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Lindelea · 9 May 2014 · Chapter 38: Meeting the Locals

“That’s Loren for you,” Elrohir stated with a grin. “So now we don’t have to worry about him..." Famous last words... Ah, more Fortunates about to be introduced to the famous hot chocolate! I do feel sorry for the Fairbanks Elves, every time an instance of name-dropping happens. Still, add to that the possibility of meeting a childhood hero! (And wouldn't Finrod cringe to hear some of the stories that have been told about him... Especially what was said about Glorfindel's stories -- that he told stories that actually happened to someone, but not necessarily to Finrod, did I read that right?) frightening the children *sigh* (for so many reasons...) Glorfiddle! What fun! (I would really love for someone to call him that to his face, all unwitting. I'm sure he's classy enough to take it.) “Gareth,” Gwyn growled at his brother, not looking up. O those embarrassing younger siblings! (I am one, actually.) About the dreams. Did he conduct the interview in the dream (and the Valar knew how the Mortal would answer)? Did the dream give him the questions to ask in a real-life interview? I wasn't quite clear on that. (raising my hand for some cherry crisp with vanilla ice cream)

Dreamflower · 9 May 2014 · Chapter 38: Meeting the Locals

*grin* MY persona was from Shrewsbury. (Influence by Brother Cadfael, of course!) This is really getting more and more intriguing, and my, oh, my--the Valar have been very busy little bees up in Alaska, haven't they? I enjoyed seeing the mortal reactions to the various revelations of Elladan and Elrohir's adventures, but even more the "young" Elves' reactions to learning about Glorfindel and Finrod. You know, you've made Mondays and Fridays my favorite mornings of the week!

someone · 9 May 2014 · Chapter 38: Meeting the Locals

Dreams are an interesting way to recruit people. Pity, though, that the twins apparently can't join as they have not passed that test and have no time for full-time membership. I think that it would be good for the people of Wiseman to learn about the other boot camps. It might go a long way to remove stress and let them know they're not the only place in the world run over with elves. Poor Finrod, he most likely has no idea what stories has been told about him to countless elfings over the years!

UTfrog · 9 May 2014 · Chapter 38: Meeting the Locals

Another good summary chapter. You pack plenty of information into few paragraphs. Seems like everyone can learn to work together. I hope attitudes have improved in Wiseman before Gwyn and Gareth meet Finrod. I do like the idea of various camps being set up for training. Hope you have a great weekend.

Soledad · 9 May 2014 · Chapter 38: Meeting the Locals

Yay! Managed to be first again! *is pleased* Loved the chapter. Poor Gwyn and Gareth, they probably had their quiet moment of self-doubt. But I love Lord Irmo's recruiting strategy. :)

ainisarie · 8 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Holy Lightsabers, it's The Tart With The Cart, The Dish With The Fish.....there are a few more nicknames for Molly. The Best Irish Stew and brown bread i ever ate was in Kilkenny. Darn good local ale too. Now I want to go back to Ireland. A very enjoyable chapter (well, they all are) Can't wait to see what happens next. And how the Valinoreans eventually react to more local elves...hah! They might be outnumbered before long. Because seriously, someone needs to remind some of them they are not in Valinor anymore. And respect is earned, not gifted.

Laer · 8 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

She shoots! she scores! oh wait it bounced back out cause she didn't think he was an elf after she was so sure he was....dang it. But I am glad I was not able to guess for sure what Gwyn's race was. :) Go Serinde! Glad she stood up for herself and told them to count her in on it also. Loved Elrohir's quip about "Elrohir of Imaladris is a good SCA name?" We poor mortals are constantly being freaked out with Maia popping in and out. Kind of wonder what is going to happen when someone has a heart attack... ;) Gareth sounds like someone Nel and the Amigos will enjoy being around. Young, yet knowledgeable with the new world. ;)

MikoNoNyte · 8 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Well that did not turn out as I expected. Yes, I'm still perusing while writing up Elf Academy review. Bad me! Honestly, I thought, with the way the 'Maiar' had taken over Elladan, that it was an Umaiar. After all, no matter the circumstances, it was possession and THAT is taking away free will. I don't recall any maiar saying, 'hey, let me take you over for a bit' and Dan saying 'yes' in your typescript. And while the maia may have *said* he had permission, I personally would flog his backside if he tried that with me. Just my take on it. :) Like everyone else, I'm laughing over the Star Wars lines; and for the record, it was Burt Ward who portrayed Robin, while Adam West was Batman. Yup, 60 year old geek here. LOL The interplay between the elves is very cautious; both sides I think. And part of me just wonders what the hapless mortals are making of all this. *laughs*

Tari · 7 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Interesting that you should pick the name of Molly Malone's for a restaurant. There is in fact one in Wellington, New Zealand which serves the most delicious Irish stew I have ever eaten. Nothing in the states comes close. Which I could get their recipe.

ellie · 6 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

I love the way elves talk about the past as if it were yesterday. I do wish the twins had given a little more info about themselves to the brothers, but their wariness is to be expected I suppose given all they have endured and the way the full bloods treated them in Wiseman. I like these new brothers. They are so cool. One of my all-time favorite lines is that exclamation mixing Star Wars and Batman. I laugh out loud every time I read it. This is such an amazing and enjoyable chapter. It is one of my favorites. Keep up the amazing work!

Dreamflower · 6 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Oh, I LOVE this! You do know this would be a dream come true for most SCAdians! And now I've got this ear-worm running through my head... Oh, the bombs went up, and the crunch came down, in the middle of the Pennsic War. It left us stranded in Cooper's field, ten thousand souls and more. We had nothing with us but what we'd brought: our cars and our camping gear And our arms and armor, tools and skills, that we'd worked on all that year. Chorus: So dress your ranks, lift your pikes, Tight as the teeth of a comb. Rattling, clanking, down the road, The War is going home... (Leslie Fish is a genius.) I'm going to have to see if I can find my old cassette of "Serious Steel" I also love Serinde's delight that she's no longer the "baby"! This. Is. So. Much. Fun.

Lady Edlyn · 6 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Good morning, meldonya! The semester is over and I have a week before classes start up again so I was able to get caught up on the chapters I've missed while struggling with Intermediate Accounting II and Accounting Information Systems classes. I just loved it when the Twins and Serindë were led to the SCA and found more Elves. The Holy Batman line was priceless (I freely admit that I'm still a fan of the Adam West/Burt Ward show from the 60s). I also can't wait to meet Gwyn and Gareth's parents. Their dad, Tristan, sounds like he would have gotten along great with my Dad and Grandpa. I'm thoroughly enjoying this story and look forward to what happens next. I also agree that Alex and Derek would have a ball in the SCA. I've been a member since 1979, though I'm on hiatus from doing events until I get my degree this December. In fact, my pen name I use to review is my SCA name. See you (virtually) on Friday morning! I can't wait to see what happens next. Edlyn

Lindelea · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Holy lightsabers, Batman. It’s Luke Skywalker and Obi-wan Kenobi I know a lot of people have already highlighted this, so let me join the crowd. Laughed out loud when I read this, and remembered fondly the hokey television show with Burt Ward and (I forget who played Robin). ("Holy hand grenade, Batman, it's Monty Python!" -- no, not really, I just think of a friend saying that, the first time we watched M.P. and the Holy Grail.) I kind of suspected Elves were involved, especially the head honcho and maybe more. I wonder how many other SCA chapters and other re-enactors are providing amusement ("children playing dress-up"!) for yet-unfound Elves...? (Not lost, though. Nate knows where they all are. (I almost said "where the bodies are buried", a nice little cliche that really fits him well, but not really applicable here.)

Lyana · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 36: What the Twins and Serindë Get Up To

I meant to leave a comment here earlier and forgot! Oh well... placing my bet on Gwyn being an Elf is rather anticlimactic now, but I love the idea that the Twins could sense a Maia because of their heritage; then again, the Maiar following them aren't exactly subtle! And the possible excursion to Dul Guldur? Oh, those plot bunnies! I found the discussion of Umaiar scent interesting, and think it would be along the lines of something that once was beautiful but is now corrupted. So perhaps a scent that begins as fresh or sweet, but ends cloying and sickly sweet, decayed. (I was actually thinking of a scent like burning marijuana - to me, it starts as a "green" scent, but seems to turn into a scent that you can taste, and triggers the gag reflex.)

Idril Celebrindal · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Fiondil, my apologies for waiting so long to review. I look forward to my notifications that you have posted a new chapter. I really enjoyed this newest chapter. I look forward to see hoe the twins integrate with Fairbanks.

Legolin · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

“Holy lightsabers, Batman. It’s Luke Skywalker and Obi-wan Kenobi.” LMAO! I would have laughed myself silly had I heard that in the presence of the Miar! I about died in my chair while reading it. I really liked this chapter! It's great to see that there are yet more Elves in the world who are preparing for the end as well. Nate and his great ideas. I love how he appeared to them while at an event! Go Serindë!! I shall be cheering her on! She's the first ellith fighter so far. Can't wait to see how that changes things back in Wiseman. ~Lin

FV_Whisper · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

So Gwyn is an Elf after all. So is Gareth. I have to so I noticed the later and had some thoughts about him, but there was too little given on him to note him down as an elf as well. It looks like the fight has done the Twins some good! Seriously, the Maiar Twins aren't that good at being subtle, now are they? And maybe should really try roadblocks next time. “Uh, if you’re angels, where are your wings?” Ahh, love that comment. “I’m driving this time, okay?” Because you can never be too sure with those Maiar around, right? I was thinking earlier on how it would do Sarah some good not being the youngest anymore, and now some even younger elves show up, which is a good thing. But I think it would do everyone, even Gwyn and Gareth some good when Nimrodel and Amroth's babies are born, so they can be rightfully the youngest. Seeing how long Gwyn and Gareth have been traveling westwards shows again just how long the Valar must have been planning everything concerning the Dagor Dagorath preparations in advance. Tristan and Iseult. *snickers* Love their names. Poor Gwyn and Gareth, a visit by Námo is worse enough already, but if you're even not used to it. No to mention most tales of Elven history might have changed and became less accurate over the years, like you already said in you reply, so I wonder what kind of an idea they had about Námo before he showed up. And I have the idea there's a bit of a sibling rivalry going on between the brothers? Gareth seems to have a bit the idea everything is happening to his brother and not to him. About the regular elves mentioned in the comments, I think it's neat we get to see some more of these, they must have made a good deal of the Elven population after all. Kevana, you mentioned king Arthur, and I started re-reading Mists of Avalon some time ago, so my mindset is pretty arthurian atm and I wondered whether Gareth would have something to do with that last chapter. As for Merlin, I think Olórin would make a great choice. He already knows what it's like to be a wizard, right?

Lyana · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Oh, what a romp that was - a lovely way to start the week. :-) And more Elves - yippee! I'm hoping that when Glorfindel gets there, news of Valar appearances to other elves will help him feel that he's not quite so alone in this "prepare-for-Dagor-Dagorath" thing. Can't wait to see more of Gwyn and his family, and I just had to laugh at Serindë's delight at no longer being the youngest elf. There were so many good lines in this chapter; absolutely a delight to read! I'd never hear of SCA before, but I had to look it up after reading this and found that there's quite an active group in my area. I might just have to check it out... *Gives up trying to vacuum around piles of books, socks, teacups and Star Wars Monopoly pieces*

Larner · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

So, there are some far younger Elves around now! Excellent! And they recognize the names of Elrond and Glorfindel? Their parents, in spite of also being younger Elves, were obviously schooled well by their own parents! I think that this group of fighters is getting excellent new members, of course.

rikki · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Holy Batman indeed! Loved the references to Star Wars and as someone else mentioned, Star Trek. And more elves, living openly in the mortal world. I had wondered in the reading the last chapter if they were. Now I am wondering where else Nate has found other elves and *commanded* them to start preparing for the Dagor Dagorath. The goth styled dude has to be aware of where every elf left in middle-earth resides so it stands to reason he is on a mission to make himself known to these elves. Love Gwyn and Garath. It is going to be interesting when they meet Glorfindel and Finrod. I think Alex and Derrick would also be good members of the SCA there. There is a lot of information to take in here. It will certainly make waiting until Friday a little easier. Have a good week!

Kevana · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

They ARE Elves! Well-spotted, everyone who caught that. :) I about died at the Batman and Star Wars reference. Yes, swords of light = lightsabers!! Ahaha, yesss. Gwyn, I like you, man. Keep it up. Apparently my Star Wars Fan Detecting Radar(tm) was one person off, it was him and not Dietrich (though maybe Dietrich too, LOL!) And, "Next Generation Elves"? Subtle Star Trek reference as well? Hearing the theme song in my head now. *grin* I love geeky Elves. I love them so very much. (Maybe I'm living in the wrong part of the state, Ellie, if there is a nerd diaspora living in the Triangle! I've been thinking about a move to Wilmington...hm.) Suddenly this idea of Elves living in modern day just felt a lot more casual here, maybe it's because these guys and their parents aren't famous names like Glorfindel and Co. but just "regular" people who're really well integrated. Like, oh yeah, just people who happen to be Elves wandering around and hiding in plain sight. Gotta love it. I keep wondering if it's ever going to come out that one of them was King Arthur and/or Merlin! Wow, this chapter was amazing, we have action and Maiar and Star Wars jokes and new Elves and the Twins and Sarah finding a new purpose! And mentions of Mr. Death Himself as well, haha. Apparently he's been a busier beaver than the Wiseman folks suspect. It is a great idea to have the Twins and Sarah in Fairbanks, for so many reasons. They get some breathing room, they branch out their operations a little, the other healers have to step up their games. But I can't help but wonder, then, why Glorfindel is so desperate to get to them, if they're meant to be there? I guess we will see! Also - no, no I am pretty sure Vairë does not use a Singer sewing machine, though I am also sure she could whip up her hubby's outfits in far less time than the space of an afternoon. That was too funny! Such wonderful plot developments all around. This is fabulous. It feels like things are starting to move fast now. Thanks for the update, Fiondil, and May the Fourth be with you. *cough so what if it was yesterday cough* -Kevana

Sunny · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

So much to love in this chapter!! “Holy lightsabers, Batman. It’s Luke Skywalker and Obi-wan Kenobi.” *cracks up again* “Glory be, you’re an Elf, how did we miss that?” <3<3<3 More Elves! And the Twins didn't notice, but then I guess they were too wrapped up in the fight to pay much attention to anything. “I’m driving this time, okay?” *giggles* Da’s been seriously into physics and quantum mechanics ever since he met Max Planck and ol’ Albert. Gareth and I have no clue what he’s talking about half the time.” "Da’s nutso,” Gareth said categorically. “You’d think he was a bloomin’ Noldo the way he goes on about things. No offense.” Oh, I SO hope that the parents will visit Wiseman as well! And I'm sure they have quite an interesting story of their own, or perhaps something for a Wiseman-related short story? Also, loved the "Next Generation Elves" concept. Tee-hee, it seems that a certain Vala known for his Gothy style has been a very busy guy. I'm SO looking forward to the fireworks when the Older Elves catch up with the Twins and Serindë - and Gwyn and Gareth get to meet Loren and Quinn!

someone · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

“Holy lightsabers, Batman. It’s Luke Skywalker and Obi-wan Kenobi.” I don't think anyone has greeted Maiar like that before! It is really interesting that even though the brothers are less than a thousand years old, they still have this almost regal feel and Gwyn acts like he is holding court. I wouldn't be surprised if they had been working in some government centuries ago. But at least these young elves know their history, if they recognized names like Glorfindel and Elrond. Poor young elves, to meet Nate without warning. *grin* I guess he's someone you don't say no to, even when he tells you to dress up in medieval clothes and fight with a foam sword!

Direwolfy · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

Hey! *finishes sweeping dust off the cliff and opens the windows* I'm here early for once. Ooer... it's probably a good thing that the twins were fighting each other not an unsuspecting mortal. But the twins peredhel finally meeting the twins maia was great. Gwyn is an elf? And here I had him all pegged for a maia... His story is interesting though and the mention of Molly Malone sent me into the annual binge of the sixties music several weeks early. Usually it starts around the Midsummer... “Likes to wear black, lots of it.” *snicker* I know I have mentioned it before, but I love your Namo. So the twins are in SCA now? That's a lot of hats to wear, if they are continuing working in the hospital, as well as with the Elf Academy. Great for Serinde to find a purpose of her own; I got the impression she was feeling a bit insecure for being the only elf who had never known neither Valinor nor Middle-Earth. Now the question is whether they get around to calling home before Glorfindel comes looking for them, breathing fire and painkillers? Dire

UTfrog · 5 May 2014 · Chapter 37: Gwaith-en-Angbor

This chapter was completely worth the wait. Since you failed to give the beverage warning, I nearly spit coffee out my nose with the "Holy Batman/Star Wars" comment. I can certainly imagine Nate's visit truly shaking up the young elves. It also appears their parents did a good job educating them in history. Thanks for a great morning read.