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| The Wars of the Valar by Fiondil | 5 Review(s) |
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| Imhiriel | Reviewed Chapter: 41 on 5/17/2009 |
| Wonderful idea of Yavanna re: the construction of the mound. I've always had a soft spot for stories of small things that are meaningful to people for whatever reason. I expecially liked that you "mixed it up" a lot, not always going with what might be the most obvious thing for each Valar. And the intangible gifts Yavanna receives from Tulkas, Námo and Vairë - well, you had me quite weepy when I read that passage... It had never occured to me that the thrones might be made for each Valar's individual tastes - I like the idea. But if I imagine a gemstone - for example a sapphire - the size of a throne for a Valar: wow, I want to look at that! Oooh, a double wedding! What better way to celebrate the coming of the Two Trees with their intermingling Lights. Author Reply: Glad you liked the imagery of how the Trees were created. I think it was important for all the Valar to contribute something of themselves into their creation, not just Yavanna. The thrones of the Valar in Ilmarin are all the same but when the Ring of Doom was being constructed I felt each Vala whould have a throne that symbolized him or her in some manner, thus each throne is unique and individual in design, shape, and materials. And now with this double wedding there is only one couple left to marry! *grin* | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 41 on 11/5/2008 |
| So, the Ring of Doom has been made. Their seats sound absolutely beautiful. I love your interpretation as to how Telperin and Laurelin came into being. (I know someone named Laurelin, but with a different spelling.) Tari Author Reply: I'm glad you liked my interpretation of the creation of the Two Trees and that you found the thrones absolutely beautiful. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 41 on 10/20/2008 |
| So we see three of the early features known by the Firstborn take shape in Aman. And Eonwe gets his room! Author Reply: Definitely. The time of the awakening of the Firstborn is fast approaching. | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 41 on 10/20/2008 |
| Now more of the things are built that remain through the ages. Somehow good to know not everything they're about to build will be destroyed again soon. It is interesting to watch how they erected Eönwë's chamber, the Trees, the Máhanaxar ... The gifts to Yavanna were lovely, no matter if real things or not. I like the idea that Tulkas, Námo and Vairë trusted Yavanna with these stories. And the description of the making of the Trees was beautiful. Ah, I see - now they have a lot to celebrate! Only Námo and Vairë are left - I wonder how long they will wait before following the other's example? Author Reply: The Aman that the Elves will come to know is beginning to take shape. As for how long we have to wait for Namo and Vaire to marry... only time will tell. *grin* | |
| Rhyselle | Reviewed Chapter: 41 on 10/20/2008 |
| I only have time for a short note, but I think this is the best chapter of this fic so far. I'm sitting here with a tremulous smile on my face and my eyes hot with unshed tears and my heart lifted. "...a feat equally bold." How lovely! And a double wedding! (I would not be surprised to find that Namo and Vaire being able to release even some of the pain they've suffered thanks to Melkor has brought them closer to the moment of their own espousal. I look forward to reading about it. Well done, as always! Author Reply: Hi Rhyselle. I'm glad you liked this chapter and found it uplifting. I found it rather uplifting to write it myself. Thanks for lettting me know how much you enjoyed the chapter (and short notes are just as fine as long ones *grin*). | |