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bladwedd · 18 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

"A careful reading of the Silmarillion shows that Ñolfinwë was not ambitious to be king, and had no intention originally to leave Aman, but was persuaded to do so because "greater love as given to Fingolfin and his sons, and his household and the most part of the dweller of Tirion refused to renounce him, if he would go with them". That 'if' is the deciding word here. Of course, in the end, he did become king but that was not why he originally left Aman. He became king because of circumstances unforeseen by any of them." The name Fingolfin itself speaks to the ambition of Finwë's second son. "Fingolfin had prefixed the name Finwë to Nolofinwë before the Exiles reached Middle-earth. This was in pursuance of his claim to be the chieftain of all the Noldor after the death of Finwë, and so enraged Fëanor that it was no doubt one of the reasons for his treachery in abandoning Fingolfin and the stealing away with all the ships. "The shibboleth of feanor" Fingolfin was "acting king" of the Noldor in Tirion while Feanor was exiled, and Finwe joined Feanor in exile.Íå had prefixed the name Ingoldo Finwë. "By this name he also became generally known; though after the rule of the Noldor was committed to him by Manwe (in the place of his elder brother and his father) he took the name of Finwe, and was in fact usually called Ingoldo-finwe. The History of Middle-earth», Volume X, «The Later Quenta Silmarillion», p.230" A careful reading of the "Quenta Silmarillion" and "Shibboleth..." and "In Darkness Bound" shows that Ñolofinwë was ambitious to be king. No doubt Indis, vanyar of siblings and Valar would prefer to have Nolofinwë in the High King's seat. "Now that Ñolofinwë is asking Atto for advice, though, I think his confidence is growing. I have no doubt that he will prove a better ruler than Fëanáro could ever be, perhaps even better than Finwë." Thanks for reading.

ellie · 17 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

The close realtionship between Ingwion and Finrod is so good to see and the growth and maturity of these two throughout the story is so wonderfully portrayed. We can see Finrod growing into the position he will one day have as king of Nargothrond. Speaking from the vantage point of someone who is way ahead of everyone else in the game, it makes the future all the more tragic to consider for all of these characters. Fingolfin is struggling with the kingship now but he holds it in such confidence and strength of character when he goes to Middle-earth. I wonder if Fingolfin will suffer from boredom and lack of purpose once he is reborn just as the former king of Nargothrond did when he came back to Tirion. There's another story for you to write, as if you don't have enough stewing on the back burner. At this rate you are going to need a bigger kitchen to accomodate all of the plot bunnies roasting on open fires and in bunny stews and bunny souffles and whatnot. LOL!

bladwedd · 17 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

That was very good.I enjoyed reading it. Nolofinwe is a ambitious of intriguant, really. Íe will be king.

Larner · 17 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

I find the growing companionship between Ingil and Ingoldo disturbs me, also. What plan is Ingoldo hatching through the younger twin?

6336 · 17 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

I think I would be a little concerned with Ingil spending time with Ingoldo, not a good thing at all. Finderato having a little presecent(sp?) moment pehaps? Hm, don't like the idea of Morcocano going to Formanos, Nolofinwe would have done better to exile him to one of the southern fiefs, he could have worked his temper off shoveling out stables. So now Finderato has to figure out why he is back in Tirion, going over the inventories for the butteries would be a good start! Huggs, Lynda

Sunny · 17 January 2011 · Chapter 40: The Prince Returns

So Morcocáno has been given a new career opportunity - to tend sheep around Formenos. Somehow I can't see him being grateful for the opportunity... Nolofinwë's firm stomping on this attack should send the appropriate message to any seeking to foment discontent. Hopefully things will settle down some. And Manwë's message to Nolofinwë should also bolster his self-confidence I wonder what Ingoldo is up to? Nothing good, I am sure. Well - we actually know the general idea - he wants Ingwë's job, and is plotting to get it. But the _hows are bound to be interesting.

Larner · 15 January 2011 · Chapter 39: At the Court of Tirion

Excellent to see the issue brought out and dealt with. And why am I not surprised to learn that Morocano is a troublemaker even at this time in the history of Aman?

Tari · 14 January 2011 · Chapter 36: Fateful Decisions

Sending Ingoldo off to tend sheep an idle fancy. not to me it isn’t. I rather like the idea and he can take his equally nasty wife with him. Picturing her as a shepardess warms my heart. I’m glad Manwe changed the subject. Namo’s pronouncement spooked me. I certainly hope nothing tragic happens to the twins.

Aiwen · 14 January 2011 · Chapter 39: At the Court of Tirion

I burst out laughing at the last sentence. Nicely ended.

6336 · 14 January 2011 · Chapter 39: At the Court of Tirion

What is it with Finderato and food and when did he come back to Tirion, last I heard he was still in Valmar?! I would be very concerned with elflings acting out on their parents predudices and attacking another elfling, "Cause Atto said they were bad!". I see Morcocano is causing problems already, I hope Nolofinwe has the sense not to banish him to Formanos, he is the last person the Valar need there! He does not improve with age does he?! Huggs, Lynda

Sunny · 14 January 2011 · Chapter 39: At the Court of Tirion

I hope that using Ingwion as go-between for advice from Ingwë will be of some use, at least. I suspect both Nolofinwë and Arafinwë are feeling rather out of their depth, and having a source of unbiased support and advice will hopefully steady them a bit. I see that Morcocáno's personality is as pleasant and sunny now as it will be when we see him in EI. But at least Sador is able to get along with him then. ;-) Findaráto certainly has the art of making an entrance down pat! And his little quip was just perfect! (And just what _is_ for dinner?) ;-)

bladwedd · 12 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

"Only when one reads this story in "Unfinished Tales" does the significance of Galadriel giving Gimli three strands of her hair (for the three times Fëanáro accosted her asking for her tresses) when he had asked for only a single strand becomes apparent." Larner "That she gave a Dwarf a gift she'd denied to her gifted cousin I always saw as significant, for she saw no guile in Gimli as she appears to have discerned in her uncle. Glad they recognize her gift in the sifting of hearts--a most useful talent indeed." She has at last overcome the darkness in her own soul.... after 10 000 years *grin* Feanor was dead. *grin*

bladwedd · 12 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

Sitara "Well, is not like I'm able to help myself, even when I'm doubling over with pain. "grimace" But because we've been introduced to a certain "Lady of the Light"...All is well and nice about her "gift" to see inside the hearts of others, except when it comes about her utter inability to see inside her own heart. I cannot remember the quote but I'm sure it'd be easily enough to find in the same paragraph from "Unfinished tales". So, how I'm going to trust her to see the speck in others' eye when she couldn't see the log in her own? Furthermore, it seems that she could see only Fëanáro's darkness and not any other's, since she was withdrawing her "kindness" only from him and showered everyone else with said "kindness"." From her earliest years she had a marvellous gift of insight into the minds of others, but judged them with mercy and understanding, and she withheld her goodwill from none save only Fëanor. In him she perceived a darkness that she hated and feared, though she did not perceive that the shadow of the same evil had fallen upon the minds of all the Noldor, and upon her own.

Larner · 11 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

That she gave a Dwarf a gift she'd denied to her gifted cousin I always saw as significant, for she saw no guile in Gimli as she appears to have discerned in her uncle. Glad they recognize her gift in the sifting of hearts--a most useful talent indeed.

Sitara · 11 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

Well, is not like I'm able to help myself, even when I'm doubling over with pain. "grimace" But because we've been introduced to a certain "Lady of the Light"...All is well and nice about her "gift" to see inside the hearts of others, except when it comes about her utter inability to see inside her own heart. I cannot remember the quote but I'm sure it'd be easily enough to find in the same paragraph from "Unfinished tales". So, how I'm going to trust her to see the speck in others' eye when she couldn't see the log in her own? Furthermore, it seems that she could see only Fëanáro's darkness and not any other's, since she was withdrawing her "kindness" only from him and showered everyone else with said "kindness". As for I can see when Nerwen Artanis Galadriel is concerned...quite simple, actually. Envy. And hunger for power. "counting on her fingers" Melian's lore. Her cozy spot in Doriath. Lothlorien. Celebrimbor's Nenya. "chuckle" Sauron's Ring. It starts to become a pattern, by now. Not to mention the funniest thing of all: The lady of the Light, who neved coveted those accursed Silmarils, which encased the last remnant of the Light of the Trees, was dying to get her hands of an object of pure Darkness: the Ring of Sauron. And, before talking about her heroic deed of overcoming the temptation, I'd like her to answer me a simple question: Whatever would make her believe that she, an Elda could master and use a Ring that was infamous for recognizing only one master, namely Sauron? Meaning, that her power as an Elda would be greater than a Maia's one and she wouldn't have ended up as another Ringwraith? Well, her "sacrifice" (She sacrificed what she didn't possess in the first place) did contain a healthy dose of self-preservation. And all this, because of what? Because of one thing, in my opinion. The mightiest of the Eruhini, does that ring any bells, sweet maiden? "grin" As for her hair...if I recall correctly, she did tell Gimli in FotR that nobody ever asked such a favor of her. Even for the likes of her, Fëanáro would hardly count as "nobody". Mightiest of the Eruhini, remember? "grin" So I would take that paragraph from HoME with at least an ounce of salt. And, really, it's one thing to leave Aman out of grief and an entirely different thing to do it out of greed, isn't it, Nerwen Artanis?

Tari · 10 January 2011 · Chapter 35: Family Disputes

It's about time Intarion stood up to his father. Good for him. It's always hard to understand how a parent can treat their child this way, or worse yet, disown them. Sibling rivalry is nothing new, but the twins seem more than able to work out thier diferrences. It will be interesting to see which one accepts their father's offer, and how the decision was made.

bladwedd · 10 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

10000 years.

6336 · 10 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

Getting setteled in and touring Tirion, all the sorts of things an ambassador should do. I think they are wise to not allow anybody to wander about without an escort, Ingwion especially. So, both Feanaro and Gimli had a thing for Galadrials hair, Gimli because he thought she was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen, Feanaro I am not so sure of, he just wanted her hair, maybe for another Silmarill, or was his interest in her other than cousinly? Huggs, Lynda

bladwedd · 10 January 2011 · Chapter 38: First Impressions

"I never liked mine uncle. There is something about him that makes me wary. I have the gift of reading other people’s hearts and his... his is less than pure." Artanis... Darkness in her own soul. Reader... ” ...She has at last overcome the darkness in her own soul." From Unfinished Tales, pp 230-231

Larner · 7 January 2011 · Chapter 37: The Ingaran’s Ambassador

Well, the embassy is now established. May good come of it.

Larner · 7 January 2011 · Chapter 36: Fateful Decisions

That he feels Ingil or even Ingoldo would be better to go is disturbing, somehow. Of course we know that not all survive....

Larner · 7 January 2011 · Chapter 35: Family Disputes

Poor Ingalaure has some confidence to gain! At least this separation of duties may not be seen as a competition.

6336 · 7 January 2011 · Chapter 37: The Ingaran’s Ambassador

Oh dear, a somewhat less than enthusiastic welcome from Nolofinwe, understadable I suppose, but still a little disapointing. I think Finwe should have left Indis in charge, she would have sorted out Feanaro's supporters very quickly! Behave or get thee hence, Formanos is in that direction and don't let the city gates hit you in the back as you leave! Huggs, Lynda

Tari · 5 January 2011 · Chapter 34: Darkness Rising

As to who caused the unrest, my vote goes to Ingoldo. Time will tell. Atar will work everthing out according to his plan as we all know. He only wants the best for everyone.

6336 · 3 January 2011 · Chapter 36: Fateful Decisions

I suppose it should have been expected, that Ingoldo would have wanted to keep his finger in the pie when he has pulled out of the meal. Ingoldo in Tirion, not a good idea. I hope Ingwion and Ingalure are happy with their descions, I still think they should trade off, 1 year on the Privy Council and 1 year in Tirion. Happy Birthday Proffessor! Happy New Year! Huggs, Lynda