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6336 · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 29: Gambit

Not too sure I like the way Alex has forced the Elves hands in this, I wish he had gone to them first. He is more than a little ratteled still. I think he needs to go on a very long holiday after this, maybe somewhere quiet, with soft sauishy walls,!? I do like the thought of Glorfi looking like one of the spies from Mad Magazine, except he has pointed ears not a pointed nose! Ah, Elves the original Ninja Warriors! Think I am getting a little silly here! Having an a'mazing' time! Thinking of you. Huggs, Lynda

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Atto, Well, it was about time Alex exploded...I was pretty sure it would happen soon, after Farrell was being so...Farrell. (His first name's not Will, is it? *snicker* Just checking...) Anyway, poor Fionwe's not going to live this down until Dagor Dagorath, is he? *sighs and hugs Fionwe* I love him, he's one of my most favorite Maiar. But he seems to end up on the wrong end of Alex's temper quite a lot lately. I wonder if Manwe set Fionwe to watch Alex? ...Or to watch Farrell? Now there's a thought... Tye-melin, Kaylee!

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

Atya, Well, I knew this had to be coming ever since the sequel showed up. Nate and Esther can't keep their noses out of things. I suppose I was hoping there would be...oh, hmm, let's see...Nate's wife, running the local clothing store and dropping in, or hmm, maybe Nate's brother, who happens to be married to Esther, coincidentally, and their older sister? *grin* I love Namo here, but since I always love him, that's not much of a surprise, is it? I *don't* love Farrell, however. Oh, he's a great character, don't get me wrong, the kind I love to hate. :P But he's ick, as Thranduil would say in mine and Emma's stories. (Well, Thranduil's an elfling, so we can cut him some slack. Hehe.) I'd love to see Farrell taken down a few pegs. Did Maddy send him, really? Or has he got his own thing going on? Tye-melin, Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 26: The Name Game

Atto, *eyebrows rise sharply* *Elurin*? As in, Remembrance of Elu, as you said. As in, THAT Elurin. Well...what the heck was going on THERE? Are the Valar trying to proclaim Alex's heritage to all and sundry? Hmm... Very tricky, those Valar. And Maiar. I still haven't forgotten you, "Finway". *snort* (Side Note: I thought he'd said "Finwe" instead of Fionwe, and got totally confused, lol.) Poor Alex, this just gets worse and worse for him, lol. Tye-melin, Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 25: Delving into the Past

Sorry I haven't been around lately, Atto. Emma's still here, her laptop's out of commission and she's been using mine. Hopefully it'll be fixed by today or tomorrow. Anyway, this is my day for review catchup. I *have* had enough time to read all the chapters, just not to write proper reviews...lol, you know how I am, just "Hi Atto, I liked it!" doesn't do it for me. *grin* Anyway, so here we find Alex channeling Ron's nephew. It was hard enough for him to buy being the descendant of the Trouble Twins' sister (and has he actually figured that out, yet?) but Bregalad, in addition... (By the way, am I the only one who finds it funny that "Roy" and "Dan" gave their surname as "Ronaldson" and Vorondur is "Ron"? Puts a whole new spin on that, for me. Randomly reminded of it, lol.) Poor Alex, with his whole channeling Beren/Bregalad. *hugs Alex* Tye-melin, Kaylee

harrowcat · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 29: Gambit

Another wow of a chapter regarding reactions. And I am glad that Alex is getting a chance at the counselling. I love the bit about being on the side of the angels - literally. Thinking of you and, I hope you don't mind but I have friended you on LJ - I usually ask forst so if you want I will take you off again.

UTfrog · 23 April 2012 · Chapter 29: Gambit

Cliffhangers! You are very good at them. Good chapter, but terrible place to leave us hanging. Read your closing message. Whatever you are dealing with, I pray all will go well with you. What is strange is before I opened the new chapter, I decided that part of my review would include a huge thank you for your utter reliability in posting. That thank you still stands. I have no idea how you can live a normal life and still faithfully post on schedule. Only the best for you.

Kitty · 22 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Ouch. What a way to say hi to Amroth! But I guess it was only to be expected that Alex would snap at one point in time. The shocks are just coming too quickly and he never gets time to work through it before the next one hits. It's probably luckily that it happened in Edhellond, not in the Academy. I don't want to think about the reactions if one of the other students had witnessed that. Or worse, if Alex had attacked one of them in his fury. While it's true that Amroth can take care of himself, I still find it nice that Alex is so upset because he thinks he can't protect Amroth when he doesn't have all the fact. That he freaks out because he wants to protect him makes him so much more likeable. Glorfindel's reaction to Alex calling Námo "that Námo dude" made me snicker. Our dear Glorfindel wasn't always the most respectful of the lot when it came to the Valar, after all. Not to mention when he quoted what the High King once said about the Valar and Elves ... *lol* Ah, good memories ... Oh. When Farrell mentioned he tried to grab Amroth, I thought more of an attempt at kidnapping or kill him at close range. Never thought of a car bomb. What an idiot, what if there were more people around? No matter if agents have to take someone out now and then, to me he sounds much more like a terrorist with a personal vendetta than an agent. Now I wonder what would happen if Alex inquired in Washington about him? I am really wondering who Farrell is. Could he be the son or another close relative of the guy Amroth killed to get away who seeks revenge after somehow finding out who killed him? Alex could insist that Ryan McKinley can't be Ambrose because the latter would have to be around 75 already and Ryan certainly doesn't look that old ... I doubt even surgery could make someone look 50 years younger. But now I have another worry – what if Farrell noticed that Alex went straight from the Café to Edhellond? That would be suspicious. Btw, on a somewhat unrelated note, I was recently cataloguing a fantasy novel about Elves. Reading the dust jacket text, I stumbled over a character named Glendorfil. Can you imagine that I did a double take? A test with paper and pen confirmed it was an anagram of Glorfindel. Guess I know where the name came from ;)

harrowcat · 22 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Alex definitely needs some integration time and I am glad that his 'overreaction' happened in a safe place! And poor Fionwe should know better than to sneak up behind people. Great chapter. Wishing you the best and sending good thoughts for Monday.

obsidianj · 21 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

That was one shock too much. But at least Alex had his meltdown in Edhellond and not at the academy. I liked it that he reacted so badly to Amroth calling him Artemus. It seems subconsciously he wants to be Alex, although he is not ready to admit it. What was Fionwe thinking popping up right behind Alex? Not a smart move. Now what to do with Farrell? That guy annoys me more and more, putting a bomb under Amroth car! Does he want a public spectacle? Wouldn't the Agency want Amroth out of the way quietly, so that not too many questions are asked? A bomb going of in sleepy Wiseman, Alaska would draw a lot of attention.

UTfrog · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Poor Alex. He is enduring some heavy shocks. I dearly hope you (or perhaps Lord Namo) have something nasty in mind for Farrell. His lack of concern for collateral damage is truly scary.

Sunny · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Delayed reactions, indeed! I would actually have been really worried if Alex had sauntered off as if nothing at all had happened in the cafe. He has after all had a rather stressful time of it recently. Between (almost) dying, finding out that there really are such things as Elves in the world and that his mentor (and father figure!) is one of them, meeting a Maia, the pressure from Farrell, culminating in the meeting in the cafe, and as the cherry on top of the pile of other things, he has now also met two of the Valar face-to-face. I wonder if Fionwë i going to get teased by his fellow Maiar for letting a Mortal attack him and throw him? In any case, popping out of thin air like he did was not really a good move on his part, given Alex' mental state. ;-) Looks as if the calm-down trick Fionwë performed on Alex worked. He seems to be in a fairly normal state right now, though still quite worried about his roommate. And he knows the real purpose of the Academy. He also seems to have come down on the side of the Elves, though it may take his conscious mind some time to catch up with that. ;-)

Lyana · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Well, if he was going to flip out, Edhellond's a good place for a meltdown. He still hasn't fully come to the understanding of how very different the Elves are, but he's getting there. And sneaky, trixy Fionwe! LOL - looks like he learned something about the capabilities of mortals! I think Elladan and Elrohir need to give Alex some "workout" opportunities like the Maiar gave Glorfindel once upon a time... Love Alex's concern for Derrick - I wonder how long it's been since he had a friend?

Fantasia · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

This is becoming the most used phrase in my reviews: Poor Alex! But I agree with him that they should not treat him like a child. I think that Amroth is doing just that and Alex deserves respect and they do need his help. Sometimes I think that the elves are a little patronizing, yes, they are immortal, more experienced but mortals are as good and important and smart as them. The elves tend to forget that. If there are something that I don't like about the elves, it is their subestimation of human strengths and they definitively have a superior complex, which is true, but no need to gloat. I always cheered that it was the Human race the one that took Sauron down at the end (yes, some help from the elves, OK, OK) Love Glorfindel and Fionwe.

Soledad · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Psychopathic terrorists I can deal with; Elves and angels and the end of the world are a different kettle of fish. *keels over in laughter* How very true! At least Alex knows now what exactly he's dealing with. How he's going to deal with that's another cup of tea, of course. Now, if they would only deal with Farrell, once and forever, that would be nice. I'm just afraid that Derek might turn out not quite the nice, simple guy he seems to be. It would be a crying shame. I like Derek. Oh, and I liked Fionwë learning by experience not to underestimate a mere mortal.

6336 · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Well I suppose Alex was due a hissy fit, it's been one thing after another for him, he needs a couple of days just to sit and think. The way things are going though I don't think he is going to get that oppurtunity. Fionwe is almost as bad as Manveru and Erunaro for joking around, I seem to remember Eonwe complaining about them one time. Still I don't suppose it hurts to have a little fun when doing your job. Creeping up on Alex the way he did, the kind of mood Alex was in, was not one of his smartest moves though! Farrell, Farrell, Farrell, what are we to do with you, just how many people does he have with him and does Maddie really know what he is doing? I have a feeling he is going well beyond the parameters he has been given. Waiting for Monday and thinking good thoughts. Investing Cano's! Huggs, Lynda

Larner · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

He is getting overwhelmed, and I don't blame him for overreacting. Now, to somehow neutralize Farrell and learn who else is supposedly working with the fool. And to realize who is Morgoth's lieutenant this time, and why s/he is seeking to work through Farrell.

someone · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

This is getting serious. I didn't think that Farrel would have done something so noticeable as put a bomb under Amroth's car, who knows who else would have died if it had worked! They definitely need to get rid of Farrel, as soon as possible. That asassination attempt just proved that he really could blow up the entire Academy. Well, if anyone knows what it feels like when the Valar are meddling, it is Glorfindel. I keep worrying that Alex will one day have enough of Elves and Valar and everything else and turn against them, but somehow it feels like the plot needs him to unite with the group running the Academy.

Idril Celebrindal · 20 April 2012 · Chapter 28: Confrontation

Its really sad for me that I didn't want to get out of bed this morning than I see I there is a new chapter and I jump out of bed to read it before work! Great for you! LOL I hope Farrell gets his due! LOL

Tari · 17 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

Oh, this is sooooo good. Farrell is so sinister. I wouldn't trust him any further than I could throw him. I doubt he will get the best of Alex. He just doesn't know who he is dealing with. Three cheers for the Elves and Valar.

harrowcat · 17 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

I was praying that Esther and Nate would turn up when I saw the venue for the meet. And Namo's outfit is definitely coffee-splurting material! But, poor trade craft Alex, picking up your phone as soon as you leave the cafe. Farrell is just as likely to be hanging about or another spy...er make that intelligence officer! And this idea of McKinley not being Ambrose has distinct possibilities but, knowing you, it won't be the whole solution. Great reading.

Agape4Gondor · 16 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

Gave me chills to think that Farrell had already tried to 'take down' Amroth. I wonder if the Elf was aware? Can't wait til the next and the next and the next chapters..... *g*

Lizbeth · 16 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

Farrell has gone too far, if he's already tried to "grab" Amroth! I wonder who else he has gathering information and am very glad to see that Alex is going straight to Amroth this time. Looking forward to hearing that conversation. The restaurant scene was wonderful: "Esther" popping in and out and driving Farrell crazy, Namo in a skull and crossbones cap and plaid shirt, and the fear of poisoned pie! *laughing* Poor Alex for going through yet another shock, but really, that was a perfect mix of suspense and humor.

Larner · 16 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

I'd suspected the identity of "Esther," but hadn't expected "Nate" to show up right then. As for the baseball cap and its decorations--oh, but we do have an ironic turn of mind, don't we? And Farrell, I'd guess, is being directed by the Black Enemy's most current lieutenant for reasons of his own. He is a real slimeball in his own right!

Kitty · 16 April 2012 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind

Admittedly, I'd feel better if Alex had told Glorfindel and our dear balrog-slayer had assigned some silent watch. I don't trust that Farrell any further than I can throw him. Though Alex is probably too used to doing everything alone, and I understand that he doesn't want to reveal his connections too early. Esther? Ah good – now I feel much better! Even though I suspect that a certain Maia is around. Farrell, however ... that guy gets more and more suspicious and annoying. He's way too focused on taking out Amroth, even before the observation through Alex gives him or their superiors any knowledge. Why? Does he feel threatened by Amroth more than the situation warrants? And is he really acting on orders of Maddy Washburn, or on his own? Nice double meaning about Amroth not knowing who Alex really was *grin* But I really wanted to kick Farrell when he asked why Alex hadn't used the weekend to kill Amroth. Do you think Námo would mind terribly if that one had a fatal accident very soon? I don't like the idea of Farrell running free, he's way too dangerous. Particularly when he now thinks about threatening Nimrodel as well. He makes the impression that he wants to kill Amroth, no matter if that is justified or not, and as many others as possible. Sounds more like a terrorist than an agent, as far as I am concerned ... Anyway, I wonder how he keeps tabs on Alex. Hopefully Derek isn't involved in that, I really like that guy. Though if he's not, then he's probably in a lot of danger as well. Besides, I had been a bit worried how Alex was going to deal with Farrell, seeing how upset the poor guy already was, so I was rather pleased to see how he so firmly put him in his place. Well done, Alex! Of course, you had to end that visit to the Café with another shock for the poor guy and introduce him to the Valar! Not sure if it will make him more upset or feel that he's not alone ... Glad to know Alex has the good sense to talk with Amroth now. They really need to work out what to do, that's something Alex can't deal with alone. Of course, now I'm nervous and worried ... and will probably be for many more chapters to come.