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| The Findaráto Diaries by Fiondil | 13 Review(s) |
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| hawkeye | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 7/29/2014 |
| So there is more to Eärnur than meets the eye :) He may be an apprentice, but I sense a maturity, or perhaps a wisdom, about him that Míriel lacked. While he is young, at least he knows this. It must be hard for Finrod, with all his memories, to be having to always follow directions. As far as Eärnur is concerned, I think being with Finrod is a wonderful education for him. I think they will both learn a lot from each other. Another thing that I noticed in this chapter was Finrod's natural tendency to protect. He seems to be starting to look out at others around him, rather than being solely focused on his own world. Irmo's response was interesting in this respect too, especially when Finrod took things too far. At first I was thinking that Lady Vána was going to be the teacher. I suppose Finrod could look on the right side, as things could be worse... or would that be better? ;) Author Reply: Eärnur has depths to him that aren't immediately obvious. Irmo chose well in having him deal with Finrod. Finrod's protective tendencies arises from his kingship, whether he realizes this or not. He sees certain people, such as Eärnur and those who share his pavilion as under his protection, but like most adolescents, he does take things further than he should, so Irmo was right to call him on it. And it makes sense to have one of the Valië's Maiar act as a teacher. They are servants, after all, and that's what they were made for. Thanks for leaving a reviewin, Hawkeye. I appreciate it. | |
| Kitty | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/19/2009 |
| Well, as I keep having difficulties to remember the Quenya names of most members of the House of Finwë, I can symphatise with Eärnur *grin* While it may be true that Finrod's explanations have taken some of Eärnur's innocence away, I think it was inevitable and had to happen sooner or later. Most of the Elves of Aman might have been able to ignore everything in Beleriand, but the Loriennildi who have to deal with Reborn and Returnees can't stay away from this topic. Interesting bit about Aulë. This Vala has been betrayed one time too many, I guess. As more than one of his Maiar followed Morgoth, he's probably taken the rebellion of the Noldor particularly bad. I think I'm going to agree with the Reborn about painting class. I'd rather muck out stables than that *grin* Not as noble, but more fun. And I can understand that the Reborn dislike the way they are ordered around. They have to remember enough of their former lifes to be irritated by being treated in that way. Author Reply: Those working with the Reborn and Returnees cannot stay innocent for long, that is for sure. Aule has had it rough and he has my sympathy. I have always felt sorry for him with all the betrayals he has suffered. He has to sometimes wondered what he is doing wrong. *grin* Well, mucking out stables is not all that fun, IMO, but it is very conducive for plotting out scenes. Some of my best ideas for story plots and such come from cleaning out the pony barn. *grin* | |
| Thalanee | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/15/2009 |
| Finrod and Earnur have given each other much food for thought (even if Finrod doesn´t seem to lie it... Irmo is right, no one can stay innocent forever) Aule´s reaction after the Rebellion is easily comprehensible even if it is a bit extreme: what about those of the Noldor who had no part in the Rebellion whatsoever? Finrod seemed to have somewhat enjoyed working at the forge (if my memory serves right), so why is he so reluctant now to continue working there? Is he afraid to meet Aule? Sneaky Earnur! Let´s see how that first lesson goes ;) It was good to read the funny part of this chapter after having a cry at `Tenn`Ambar-Metta´ Greetings, Thalanee Author Reply: There are conflicting versions of how Aule reacted to the Noldor after most of them fled. He did feel betrayed and I think it was some time before he got over it. I am sure he had some dealings with the Amanian Noldor but it was not as before. Irmo´s point here is that Finrod is the first of the Exilic Noldor whom Aule has agreed to take on as an apprentice. Sneaky Earnur indeed. We will see how it all works out (or not) in the next chapter. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/14/2009 |
| Hmmm. I suspect that if there had been a choice in Beleriand of leaving out one’s underwear while getting dressed, and leaving out the sharp-and-pointy things, most warriors would _rather_ leave out the underwear. ;-) But this is Aman, and in Aman, swords, knives and similar items are not such an essential part of one’s wardrobe. It is nice to see Finrod and Eärnur getting along. Now, to seal their friendship, they really need to get into some sort of trouble together... ;-) Author Reply: Trouble or a falling out.... We will see how it works out in the next chapter. | |
| Agape4Gondor | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/13/2009 |
| Lovely. Needless to say, my heart was caught by Finrod stating Earnur was his only friend... I think he might very well be surprised that a few Valar could be so listed.... As for basket weaving - oh my goodness................. I truly pity his instructress! (I had hoped it was something to do with swords - perhaps in the future) Author Reply: Well, in Elf Interrupted I have Finrod mention learning how to make baskets while in Lorien so naturally I had to introduce it here. *grin* I think Finrod would be very surprised to know that quite a few of the Valar could be numbered among his friends, but Earnur is the first Elf in his new life who has become his friend, not because he is Finrod Felagund of Nargothrond, but because he is just Finrod. | |
| njomo | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/12/2009 |
| Hi Fiondil, Well, from one who has actually made baskets, I consider the task a noble art as well as a craft. That's one of the things I loved about learning basket weaving. It has history, practicality, and art all one! And I was privileged to have been taught by those who pushed the craft to into art. Just look at the shape of a cat's head basket...but I digress! But yes, good work for the brain as well as the hands. Finrod is giving Eärnur quite an education about life in Beleriand and those who lived there. That should hold him in good stead when interacting with the reborn, as Irmo states, in spite of any other effects Finrod's words might have had. Without understanding some of the "dark" aspects of the experience of those who went to Beleriand, Eärnur wouldn't be as effective in his work. And a most interesting conversation with Irmo. I wonder at Finrod's seeming dislike of working at the forge with Aulë. Past history, or? It's funny, and maybe I'm the only one with this experience. I avidly read each chapter as you post it and many times I think--well, that's interesting but.... And then I reread the chapter a few times and discover--oh my--there's quite a lot packed in there. I think that says more about me than you! So I just have to go think about Finrod and Aulë some more. As always, thanks very much for ths chapter. I'll be interested to see how Finrod manages with the basketweaving, and at the forge with Aulë. Joanne Author Reply: Hi Joanne. I have had other people say something similar about their reading experiences when reading and then re-reading one of my chapters, so you are not alone. There is almost always a subtext to my chapters that with closer reading reveals a lot more than what is said or described on the surface. I do not always consciously write that way but it seems to work out that way most of the time. Basketweaving is indeed both a craft and an art and I always enjoyed watching people create them though I have never tried it myself. Perhaps someday.... | |
| Aiwen | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/12/2009 |
| Very fun. Author Reply: Glad you thought so, Aiwen. Thanks for letting me know. | |
| trajar mandamar | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/12/2009 |
| It pleaes me that Earnur is good for this impossible ellon.Finrod found that his friend is devious despite his youth,maybe Irmo rubbing off on him.I'm sure Finrod will be happy to get into mischief just to try the patience of his new friend,and to see if he is up to the challenge.It is always nice to see how the stories in your universe interweave. Author Reply: Earnur will be very good for Finrod. I am glad you like how I interweave my stories. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it. | |
| Sitara | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/11/2009 |
| A very revealing chapter, Fiondil. For the past two chapters, I've been trying to swallow a question that all but danced on the tip of my tongue: Has Aulë had enough of sulking in a corner, for all his heart's content? To tell you the truth, badmouthing Aulë is not something I would enjoy; after all, Irmo and Vana would be more suited to the task, in my opinion. "wicked grin" "We worried that Aulë would not be able to forgive the treachery he felt had been visited upon him." Correct. This is stated in HoMe1, as far as I know, and maybe in other places as well. Now, I've to ask in my stupidity, if the Noldor were free to go and hang themselves in the search of...a better life, to put in this way, why then the (overly)hard feelings? If I had the right to leave and do whatever I think best, as the Powers said, would be the fact that I've actually left called treachery against the Valar? And on top of that, holding grudges against persons who did nothing akin to "treachery", no less. Noldor who stayed behind. Judging all of them on the basis of what only a part of them had done? "raising eyebrows" I'm not taking lightly what happened to Aulë and I'm afraid that Curumo's treachery has yet to happen. But you are one of the Powers, a God, who existed before the making of Arda. A pure spirit. This is how you're supposed to act, I wonder? I suppose this could go on for a long time, so I'd better stop now. All in all, Finrod's apprenticeship might have a good influence on Aulë and I guess that's better than nothing. Huh, perhaps Finrod will have the same effect on all the Valar? Starting with some changes in the Reborn's schooling schedule?.. Author Reply: It is to be remembered that only a tenth of the Noldor decided to remain behind though a large part did return with Arafinwe. I think Aule felt that it was his teachings that were betrayed rather than he himself. I hope to explore this more in my story about the Darkening, but you do raise some valid points, Sitara. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about this. | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 11 on 8/10/2009 |
| So Finrod is going to learn how to weave baskets. I shouldn’t laugh because it will help loosen up his fingers, making them more dexterous. This is very important. However, I can’t help myself, it’s just too funny. Poor Finrod. ROFL. Author Reply: Well, it is a useful skill and when I first introduced the idea in Elf, Interruped, it was a dig at all those apocryphal stories of athletes majoring in basketweaving to maintain their scholarships. The image is meant to be funny, so go ahead and laugh. | |