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obsidianj · 11 January 2012 · Chapter 32: In Which It Rains and Our Tale Comes to an End

*sigh* The End. I had forgotten that this was a tale told by Glorfindel. I have to go back to the beginning to see how this all started. Poor Finrod and Amarie. That wedding feast was ruined. I feel sorry for all the people who worked so hard to make the food and prepare the feast. All the decorations and clothing ruined. At least for the next occasion all the elves need new finery that should keep the tailors and seamstresses happy. Almariel should be glad that the wedding didn't happen in Vanyamar. Those people are not that used to the Valar and their antics. I think the disasters would have followed the happy couple anywhere they would have celebrated. I had to laugh at the fainting of Nolofinwe at his wedding. Although, I don't think the poor ellon can appreciate the funny side of it yet.

someone · 11 January 2012 · Chapter 32: In Which It Rains and Our Tale Comes to an End

Thank you again for a great story! I've been following this one from the beginning and it has been the highlight of many Wednesdays. The funny thing is that you never know what you learn from fanfiction, for example that salt melts icing (I'm more used to cakes covered in whipped cream). Now you have made me curious as to what the result looks like... It's still hard to understand what the head cook was thinking. Surely he would have had known that it wouldn't end well. And the china! It almost deserved it's fate, though I wonder if the smashed pieces of china are still going to have the same infuence on the reborn as the whole pieces. And I'm glad that the poor couple got better clothes for the wedding, the original ones sounded awful. The storm was a bit of a surprise (well, this whole story was full of surprises). This is going to sound odd, but I was so sure that the darkening was because of Vingilot's shadow. It was the only thing I could think of! Well, apparently no one had decided to borrow the ship and Ossë decided to give the couple his own gift. It would be quite an experience to be in the middle of a large storm and at the same time safe inside a bubble... actually, it sounds great! Thank you for this lovely story, Fiondil. I hope that you start posting the next Elf Academy soon, I have been waiting for it for a long time. Though how you can write these novel-sized stories so fas, I can never understand; it took me approximately a month to write a three pages long original story!

Kitty · 11 January 2012 · Chapter 32: In Which It Rains and Our Tale Comes to an End

Ah, so Ossë couldn't resist to give the wedding his own touch, despite what he was told! I had really been wondering; Manwë or Námo may have a wry sense of humour, but I didn't think they would deliberately ruin the wedding with the weather. But at least they minimized the damage when it was inevitable, and even provided a new meal for the VIP guests. Btw, I totally enjoyed it when Castamir threatened to throw his wife out in the storm :D Nice detail of the wedding of Nolofinwë and Anairë; and it seems she's doing a great job in dealing with her reborn husband. Totally approve of the use the wedding china from Almáriel found in the end. That's all it was useful for, after all! This was a great story! Thank you so much for many chapters of fun! I'll really miss it (and doubtless re-read it now and then). My only comfort is that we now get the sequel to EA, to which I look forward to.

Larner · 11 January 2012 · Chapter 32: In Which It Rains and Our Tale Comes to an End

I suspect that Osse had a good deal to answer for. I'm glad that those who remained in the park were dried and given cake and wine to entertain themselves before the eye of the storm finally reached them and they could return home safely. As for the fate of Amariel's wedding china--well deserved! And there are memories that make one regret one's choice to return to Ennor, I suspect. At least Gandalf is willing to carry home messages of love, even if Glorfindel finds himself wanting to spend time alone with his memories. A good tale. Thanks for the weeks of entertainment!

Tari · 9 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

So Isildil is going to apprentice with Nienna is he? I think he got off to easy. Let the party begin.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 8 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Atto, So THAT'S why the Valar weren't there!! Well, they were but they weren't...I mean...you know, lol. Well, they're certainly there now. And HA! I was right about Marilla/Marillien! (Well, I was far from the only one who was right, but I think I guessed first. I could be wrong about *that*...my brain's a bit fuzzy this morning, I took my anticonvulsant medications an hour and a half late because I left them at home by accident when visiting my daeredhryn =( *sighs* I am a silly Kaylee) But I KNEW she was Marillien! I was right, I was right, I was...waitaminute, what do you mean, only one more chapter??? There will be appendices and things, won't there? Won't there??? :( *loves this story too much for it to end NOW* But...on the other hand...EA2!!!!!! Yay yay yay!!!!!!!! All right, so if it must end now at least there's EA2 *bounce* Isildil got his just desserts! *has cake thrown at her for bad pun* *ducks behind Atya* Ahem, I mean deserts. (Spelled like the (sometimes hot, sometimes cold; did you know Antarctica's a desert?!) arid place but pronounced like the sweetness =) my English teacher said so in 8th grade) Tye-melin, Atarinya! Kaylee

Serindë · 6 January 2012 · Chapter 11: In Which Cousins Arrive and There is Further Plotting

I love the flying fish, the aura of power which it gives Glorfindel and the way in which Glorfindel plays all down. And I think that the Elrond's twins started with a list of things they should not say near any water source.

bookworm · 5 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Looks like Isidil got his just desserts! *shot for bad pun* Ah, mob mentality - I bet half of them didn't even know why they were hitting Isildil by that point. And LOL "Yes amme, sorry amme" XD Anaire is going to have her hands full I see! And the fun's not over yet! So how badly do Finrod & Amarie wish they eloped now?

Larner · 5 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Aha! Isildil is finally dealt with, and now we have an apparent storm coming! Be careful what you say around the Valar--the catastrophe you name may well occur! Heh!

Larner · 5 January 2012 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Certainly not the triumph Isildil had imagined! He didn't deserve to be hit in the gut, I think, although he won't have the stomach for cake now, salt poured on the icing or not! The wedding itself was beautiful!

Erulisse (one L) · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Oh, I SO had the cook nailed, and long ago. I'm happy, happy, happy. Now, as to Namo saying that Manwe would be more familiar with the antics of young children, well on that, I'm not so sure. It's not Manwe who has to coax children back down from climbing the tree-like pillars in Namo's Halls, after all. And it's not Manwe who gives his dead charges stuffed animals for comfort, sings them lullabies, or rocks them to sleep. I suspect that Namo is just as familiar with the antics of children, if not more. Loved the new color for Namo's clothing. He would look scrumptious in Royal Blue and Azure. But now you are actually presenting me with a mystery - this darkening of the skies which, as a Feanorian-gal from way back, brings back too much thought of the murdered Trees. I'll just have to be patient - same Bat time, same Bat channel.... Congrats on your MEFA awards, they couldn't go to a nicer guy. - Erulisse (one L)

obsidianj · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

That was an ominous ending. Do they get their blizzard? The Valar are pretty busy with all the trials and what else the elves come up with to "entertain" them. I loved the cake in Namo's face, and the reaction of the 3 Reborn to Anaire's commands. It is too funny. Although seeing Nolofinwe reduced to elflinghood is hard to swallow. Poor Anaire needs a lot of patience and stamina to get her husband back.

6336 · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Oo! Royal Blue silk velvet, nice, Namo, very nice or should that be Vaire since she probably helped him pick it out? Well that Trial turned out very well, I never thought of Isildil going to Nienna's though, it looks like Marilla will have him on her hands for a while, still she did have a blast helping out at the palace, quite a change from running Nienna's kitchen. Anaire seems to be getting the hang of handling Re-born, do you think that maybe Arafinwe and Earwen have been giving her some hints? Now what is going on with the weather, you would think that the Valar could ensure it would stay nice for the feast and festivities afterwards? The Cliffee King's Muse strikes again! Huggs, Lynda p.s. I wondered why I woke up at 5.20 this morning, apart from letting the cat out for a morning sniff, then I realised it was wednesday, Fiondil Day, Yay!

Laikwalâssê · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

oh Fiondil, this story is always good for a much needed laugh. Your Valar are priceless. What a hilarious situation. Don´t wish for a blizzard in the face of the Valar. Like this story so much. Thank you for another awesome chapter, even if it is a cliffhanger. Looking forward for the nextupdate. Lai

Soledad, not logged in · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Arafinwë really shouldn't give Fate - or the Valar - any ideas. *glares at evil cliffie* I so hoped that the cake would be miraculously restored - if for no other reason, then for the sake of those poor apprentices. Anairë disciplining her menfolk - or would that be ellynfolk? - was hilarious, though. *g*

Fantasia · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

What now? Sorry for the super short review. RL is caotic right now. Just wanted to let you know that I'm reading

Sunny · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

I was really only waiting for Findecáno to get a flashback as well. And knowing you and your sense of the dramatic, this was the right time for it too! ;-) so Marillien unveiled herself. I am not surprised at this, and I also see that Arafinwë was quite unsurprised. but I suppose that with all the shenanigans going on in the royal kitchens, someone like her was needed to keep on top of it all, what with the royal wedding and all. I really liked Glorfindel's answer to Námo's question. I am not at all surprised at his need to get in a few good punches... :-P Nienna (and Marillien) will no doubt be able to get Isildil to give up his arrogance and superiority. He does seem like a hard case, though, so it may take some effort to get through that thick skull of his. I see Anairë won't have much problems with dealing with Reborn! :-D And lastly - Arafinwë, whyyy did you just provoke the Manwë and his questionable sense of humor????

Kitty · 4 January 2012 · Chapter 31: In Which the Valar Make an Appearance and There is Yet Another Trial

Oh, of course all that uproar had to cause another flashback among the Reborns! Glad the Valar and Maiar arrived just in time to prevent serious harm. Somehow I doubt Námo would have appreciated it to have a few new inhabitants for his halls right now. Hm, I think I like Námo's current dress much more than his usual. First, I love blue, and second, it's so much better than his usual black. Ha, I knew it, Marilla was Marilliën! Glad that for *once* I guessed correctly :) You know, I'm beginning to wonder if the Valar drew straws and who had the shortest one was going to have to deal with Glorfindel as an apprentice ;) Oh well, at least he got to release some of his pent-up anger. I think it's good that Námo took over for a bit. That should make a lot more impression on certain people. As for the others ... Estelindo and the others should have left it to the guards, but it was still nice that they tried to catch Isildil for ruining the cake. Though the others in that mob don't really have any excuse for beating them all up then. I hope next time they think twice before doing something like that. Yay, Isildil is out of a job! Good - I don't think it would work well. And I see you chose the punishment I thought about, too - let's see how he's doing at Nienna's kitchen. I hope she has him shrubbing pots for a good while longer. If the guild master can do it, then Isildil isn't above that, either! And I distinctly seem to remember princes do that sort of work out of their own free will, too. LOL - the three Reborn made sure that boring meeting was taken care of, didn't they? Námo telling them to next time aim at Manwë left me laughing so hard - I could see these impressionable Reborns taking that advice to heart! Grrr - did you have to end with such an ominous further cliffhanger even now?? Oh well, back to re-reading Elf Academy for the second time in two weeks. As we still have no snow to put me in the right mood for that story, now I'm trying it the other way around - maybe reading it can draw some snow over here!

Tari · 3 January 2012 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Isildil's petty revenge didn't get him very far, did it. LOL Can't wait to see what punishment awaits him and when the Valar will make their appearance. I'll bet a Maia saw him throw the salt. I hope you have more stories to submit. I'm running out of reading material.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 3 January 2012 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Atto, Just a thought about the missing Valar... Has something gone wrong in Beleriand, perhaps?? Hope your New Year went well, and (slightly early, in my time zone) happy birthday to the most amazing Professor Tolkien...will you be heading for a certain story dedicated to the Professor to re-read? I've started to make reading "Transformation" by Larner into a bit of a tradition, I think! Tye-melin, and may your 2012 be blessed! Kaylee *impatient for Wednesday so there can be more Wedding*

galathil · 2 January 2012 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Fogot to add Happy New Year LOL

galathil · 1 January 2012 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Hi Fiondil,they finaly got married,Yeh! I thought this day will never come. Their new wedding garbs sound guite lovely.Your description of the event really make you feel as you are there. However I can't wait when they catch up with Isildil,I can,t make up my mind wether I should feel sorry for him. As I said earlier thank goodness that my wedding was never this bad. Can't wait for the next chapter.LOL Galathil

bookworm · 29 December 2011 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

Wow, Isildil, and to think I didn't think you could get any, um, bitchier. That's real mean-spirited (if somewhat impressive, considering all the work he put into the cake in the first place). I suspect he's going to be very, very sorry shortly. On a happier note *\o/* Congrats to Finrod & Amarie, on finally getting there! The new outfits sounded lovely!

Agape4Gondor · 28 December 2011 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

First off -- another great chapter. The wedding sounded delightful. To be able to see the raiment is the only thing missing. The description made me soooo want to see these two lovebirds in all their finery. Isildil really blew it. Talk about a missed opportunity! He would have been the talk of the kingdom the way you described the cake before salt! Now he barely escapes with his life. And the missing Valar? After Glorfy's sweet invitations? Shame on them! I finally figured out what you're going to do with Isildil... you're going to give him his own cooking show! Thanks for a fun chapter. Kind of you to st least let the ceremony itself go without a hitch.

Soledad · 28 December 2011 · Chapter 30: In Which the Couple are Married and Isildil Exacts Revenge

That was all the revenge Isildil could think of? Honestly, today's villains really are of the petty sort! And he was even stupid enough to get caught? Every ten-year-old Elfling (or Reborn) would have done a better job. A shame, really. I only pity the poor Elves who helped create the cake - their hard work was surely ruined. And the Valar! They finally get invited to a wedding, and then don't show up? *shakes head at capricious higher powers* I don't think they would have outshone the bridal couple in Morwen's creation. I so envy your ability to come up with beautiful garments; visualizing them is a special talent of yours. Now waiting for the creative punishment...