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| In Darkness Bound by Fiondil | 5 Review(s) |
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| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 11/27/2010 |
| Indeed, not all conspiracies are negative in intent or result. A necessary conspiracy, in this case. Author Reply: You are correct about that, Larner. We will see how effective (or not) this particular conspiracy ends up being. Thanks for reading and reviewing. It's much appreciated it. | |
| bladwedd | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 11/24/2010 |
| "It did not please many that he took with him the Silmarils, hiding them away," Valandur said. "Even those in sympathy with Fëanáro think he has become too possessive and the Silmarils should be enjoyed by all, not hidden away from all eyes but his." "I think that Fëanáro suffers from the sin of possessiveness. I don't think that is a trait that is common among the Elves (at least those untainted by Melkor's marring), even among the Noldor. I think obsessive possessiveness is a trait that is alien to the Elves, though certainly it's a common failing among us Mortals." Mmm... later... Olwe: "For I say to you, Fëanor son of Finwë, these are to us as are the gems of the Noldor: the work of our hearts, whose like we shall not make again." Author Reply: And that particular scene and its ramifications will be addressed in its proper time. *grin* | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 11/22/2010 |
| I do hope Findaráto has the presence of mind to filter the lies out of what Melkor has said. He has such a bright future before him. It would be sad to see that come to naught. Author Reply: I think he will eventually, Tari, since we know he becomes a great king in Beleriand. It's just going to take him some time to figure it all out for himself, that's all. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I greatly appreciate it. | |
| 6336 | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 11/22/2010 |
| Hm, much food for thought. Would Melkor's lies have had as much affect if there had been two way communication between Aman and Endore. Finderato's main reason for going was to see the outer lands, not to follow his uncle, after all? Huggs, Lynda Author Reply: Hi Lynda. Yes, much food for thought here. And you raise an interesting point. Perhaps if there had been commerce between Aman and Beleriand, Melkor's lies would not have found purchase and you are correct that Findaráto's reasons for leaving were to see new lands, not because he believed in Fëanáro's reasons for leaving. Of course, that's not what happened and so we have the story as we do. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much. | |
| Erulisse | Reviewed Chapter: 24 on 11/22/2010 |
| "It did not please many that he took with him the Silmarils, hiding them away," Valandur said. "Even those in sympathy with Fëanáro think he has become too possessive and the Silmarils should be enjoyed by all, not hidden away from all eyes but his." Hmmm. I think this is at the heart of why I am Noldo at heart. Feanaro made the Silmarils, and it is his right to dispose or dispense them as he desires since they are his property. I have heard the sentiment above stated before and it always discomforts me. In my mind he had every right to take the Silmarils with him to Formenos, and indeed to anywhere he wanted. The Secret Council is interesting. Asking the young ones to pass on their own Valarian propoganda, while delivered with words of honey, still places them in a position that may not be comfortable later on. I find myself pulling away from the Vanyar in this tale - I suppose a reaction to governmental interference - LOL. Well written and thought provoking, as always, and as usual leaving me anxiously awaiting the next chapter - Erulisse (one L) Author Reply: Hi Erulisse. Fëanáro may have made the silmarils, but not the Light that is captured within them. That was made by the Valar for the benefit of all (or at least for those residing in Aman). I think that Fëanáro suffers from the sin of possessiveness. I don't think that is a trait that is common among the Elves (at least those untainted by Melkor's marring), even among the Noldor. I think obsessive possessiveness is a trait that is alien to the Elves, though certainly it's a common failing among us Mortals. I think in the end the Silmarils became his "Precious" in a matter of speaking and we all know about that, don't we? *grin* As for the Vanyar, it isn't so much governmental interference as it is prudent dousing of the flames of discontent and disharmony. Ingwë, I think, is hoping that his children and their friends and all will help bring calm and right reason where emotions are running high. At any rate, I'm glad you found this chapter thought-provoking. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it and the next chapter will be up soon enough, I promise. *grin* | |