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The Findaráto Diaries by Fiondil	7 Review(s)
hawkeye	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 8/3/2014
I thought Finrod's explanation of how he got to the dining room was perfectly informative, I don't know why Arafinwë had a problem with it cheeky grin I'm trying to visualize what Arafinwë's unreadable expression looks like. Poor elleth. I felt really bad for her. Wow, Arafinwë is really letting Finrod run his own court. It seems like a big jump from how protective he was before (not that it was bad, in fact it was probably the right thing to do). I have to confess that when he said that and then actually followed through with it, I wanted to hug him. On a more serious note, seeing Finrod sitting in judgement was really interesting. He's fears are justified, but that's what makes him so good at what he does. And you included warrior braids!!! I also really liked how you showed Finrod's character through his interactions with Ondoher. What a crazy first case though. And now I'm really curious what kind of stuffed toy Finrod has ;) Thank you, Fiondil, for another very entertaining chapter. Author Reply: Hi Hawkeye. Well, certainly Finrod thought he was being informative, though he must've wondered why his atto even wanted to know. cheeky grin back Arafinwë has been waiting for some time for Finrod to come to a level of maturity to accept his role as haryon and take up his duties, including holding court. I'm sure he sighed with relief when he was alone and went right into ordering the receiving room's makeover for Finrod's court. The first case was a bit crazy but Finrod rose to the occasion and I think having successfully adjudicated it, he felt much better about himself and his abilities and the rest of the court wasn't as bad for him. As for the stuffed toy... imagine any kind you want. I purposely have not named what kind of toy it is so readers can fill in the blank with their own favorite stuffed toy from their own childhood (or even adulthood). Thanks for reviewing. I appreciate it.

Kitty	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 3/2/2010
You certainly did cook up an interesting first case for Finrod to judge. It was fun to follow his interrogation and final judgment. Certain people should have gained some respect for him from that; he certainly went to the bottom of the problem and made sure both parties got what they deserved - or rather, all three parties. I quite enjoyed this chapter. Author Reply: Thanks, Kitty. I'm glad you enjoyed this chapter and Finrod's first case. I'm sure that by the end of the court session many people were re-evaluating their opinions about him and seeing him in a whole different light.

Tari	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 2/10/2010
Three cheers for Finrod. He slid right into his roll as king apparent without missing a step and made a very wise decision in his first case. Perhaps now his people will think more highly of him. Author Reply: Three cheers indeed, Tari. I have no doubt that he people will be reassessing their opinions of him and see him in a more positive light than they have so far.

Larner	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 1/30/2010
A perfect judgment. And, having written sculptors and apprentices, I especially appreciate this chapter, as you can imagine! Ruvemir would be appalled! Author Reply: Thanks, Larner. I have to admit that it was thinking about your story "King's Commission" and Ruvemir in particular that inspired me to write this court case as I did. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for letting me know. I really appreciate it.

ellie	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 1/29/2010
Finrod is quite shrewd in his judgement. I think he was quite fair in his ruling and sent a very interesting message we heard echoes of previously: don't waste the ruler's time. I'm proud of Finrod. I really like the roles his friends are playing now supporting his court. Author Reply: Finrod shows himself to be the wise person he truly was and is and I think he is beginning to believe it about himself again as well. And having friends whom he trusts there cheering him on, so to speak, must have helped him enormously.

Parmalokwen	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 1/29/2010
Chapters like this leave me wondering if perhaps the Valar do not know as much about the Children as they think they know, particularly in matters concerning personal dignity. They seem not to notice how insulting such heavy handling is. Why did Finrod have to be sent home that way? Was it absolutely critical for Finrod to come home in time to judge that particular case? Were the eggs poisoned or something, so they needed to be destroyed before they got to the table? Did everyone come to breakfast in need of a good shock? Perhaps teleporting is so natural to them that they do not realize that it disturbs those to whom it is not natural. Finrod's solution was fitting and neither of the plaintiffs are likely to repeat their mistakes anytime soon. It's good to see the wisdom that Finrod was so famous for in his first life. Author Reply: Hi, Parmalokwen. Oh, I think you have it right about the Valar. They don't know the Children quite as well as they think they do which is why they sometimes mess up. But they're hearts are in the right place. As to why they sent Finrod home as they did instead of the normal way... I suppose it's because they could and for no other reason. I'm glad you liked Finrod's solution to the first case. It shows that his wisdom has not entirely failed him as he feared. Thanks for reviewing. I appreciate your comments very much.

Sunny	Reviewed Chapter: 35 on 1/28/2010
A good start for Finrod. And I am sure he found having his friend beside him a comfort. A rather resounding defeat for Aldurilmon. Though what I suspect will be smarting most, is Finrod's recommendation to the guild that his apprentices should be evaluated to determine if they are receiving the proper instruction. I suspect after a few judgements where people get fined for wasting Finrod's time, word will get around and people will get more careful - and perhaps settle without going to court over their disputes. But what I liked most in this chapter was Ondoher's opinion on what should be done with the statue :-) Author Reply: No doubt you are correct about that, Sunny. If people realize that Finrod is nobody's fool they will think twice about bothering him with inconsequential matters. I'm glad you liked Ondoher's opinion on what should be done with the statue. I thought it was a nice touch, myself, and I wouldn't be surprised if Finrod supplied the sledgehammer. LOL Thanks for reviewing. I really appreciate it.

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