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| In Darkness Bound by Fiondil | 12 Review(s) |
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| Sitara | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 8/9/2011 |
| I’m sorry too to have become that hard-hearted but well…I always thought that it’s easier to find compassion than a plainly spoken truth. Anyway, the issue remains open, for now. Now , to the Valar’s place of meeting and to Manwë, who had me almost fainting. I think and I may be wrong, of course, that this is the first time I heard him taking responsibility for a decision made. Of course, this responsibility of his would encompass only sending Ingwë to Tirion to reason with the Noldor and nothing else. Alas! the fool of me was hoping to see precisely Manwë face-saving the mighty Aratar but so far I cannot say he was up to the challenge. So, they asked mostly about the Oath then? I wonder why, since they were no part in it. Manwë and Varda were only called only to witness it but , in my opinion, it was solely between Eru Iluvatar and the people who swore it. To put it bluntly, the rest of the world would have been quite safe of its consequences, had they only kept their hands to themselves. No one ever had the right to claim the Silmarils nor did they need them. Or…the Valar’s real problem was the fact that a mere Elda dared to appeal directly to Eru Iluvatar and forget about His appointed representatives? A grumbler such as myself could easily suspect them of this. Anyway, the conclusion of their debate does certainly give another proof of their stellar competence. What should it have happened, I wonder, for them to finally do something? Anything would have been better than what they chose to do…at least on short and medium term. “grin” I believe that by now the innocent Noldor who will suffer grievously because of that wretched Fëanáro were now preparing to go seek for his Jewels…under Nolofinwë’s command. As for Ingwë’s performance as High King, I’ll keep my mouth shut for everyone’s sake. I only want to tell them one thing: as he’ll soon discover, there are things worse than death. In my opinion, this is the lingering theme of EI I and II. And Ingoldo finally decided to place his master strike? He surely did chose well the moment to do it. But, as we already saw in EI I Ingoldo and his companions in excellent shape and mood, I suppose it wouldn’t be a bloody confrontation, after all. I have to confess though that I’m curious how would everyone escape unharmed after this? Including Ingwë, of course. Author Reply: Thanks for your comments, Sitara. We will see what becomes of Ingwë eventually. He has been rather naive and foolish and will pay dearly for it. No one comes out of this situation unscathed, including the Valar, as must be obvious from even a cursory reading of EI I and II. As for the Valar's seeming inactivity, I can only go with what Tolkien offered us in the Silmarillion and his other writings, as much as I would like to have seen Manwë do other than he did. | |
| Tari | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 5/19/2011 |
| This is not good. It is in the nature of people to give their family members the benefit of the doubt, however, when it involves someone like Ingoldo, that would not be a good choice. Where are the Maia when they are desperately needed and who will rescue Ingoldo? This remains to be seen. Author Reply: Hi Tari. No, it's not good and we will see how things fall out eventually and where the Maiar and everyone else were at the time. And I think you meant, "who will rescue Ingwe?" and that will be seen eventually. Thanks for reading and reviewing, I appreciate it very much. | |
| Erulisse (one L) | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/21/2011 |
| --The questions themselves were general in nature, intent on ascertaining the mood of the spectators and their reactions to the Oath rather than anything specific pertaining to it. The council meeting to which Ingwë was privy also was of interest to the Valar and they spent much time going over the details of what was said and, more importantly, what was not said.-- It is often said that the Valar simply underestimated the reactions of the followers of Feanor and the Noldor in general, thus leading to the exodus of them from Arda and the journey to Middle Earth. So, they are aware of the Oath (and of course they would be because Eonwe would have documented it) but they are trying to figure out their best guesses about what will happen next. They didn't guess very well, even using Igwe's first-hand report. And then there is Ingoldo. --So, he was a prisoner. Ingoldo’s prisoner to be precise. He could guess the reason why and felt himself growing angrier by the minute, both at himself for his naiveté and Ingoldo for his daring.-- You have stated that there are 1000 years between the events of these days and those of EI, yet it seems to me that having once had his brother act in such a fashion, Ingwe would be highly unlikely to afford his brother a position of any trust within his government again, no matter how much time had elapsed. Of course I love your take on this period of history. We're almost past canon and into new ground and I'm sure your interpretation will be highly researched and well worth reading. Sorry for the delay in my reviews of these last two chapters, RL got in my way :-) - Erulisse (one L) Author Reply: Hi Erulisse, The Valar constantly state, at least in my stories, that because they had nothing to do with the creation of Elves and Men, that we are a mystery to them and they don't always 'get' it where we (or Elves) are concerned. Certainly, this is one such instance, but I think also that they pretty much painted themselves into a corner where Fëanáro was concerned, afraid to do anything for fear of having his accusations against them prove true. As for Ingoldo... of course, when I wrote Elf, Interrupted, this story was nowhere near my horizon. I only knew that Ingoldo feared Ingwion but did not really know why. We will see why in this story. However, if you re-read Elf, Interrupted, you will notice that I never say that Ingoldo has any particular role in Ingwë's government, only that his wife does, so perhaps he's merely a hanger-on or he's been given some minor role to keep him busy and out of Ingwë's hair. At any rate, even for Elves, a thousand years is long enough and perhaps Ingwë was willing to give his brother a second chance. Hopefully, you will like both how I continue handling the canon aspects of this story and what I do afterwards. I don't think too many people will be expecting what follows. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. And not to worry. Review when you can. I appreciate you taking the time to do so. | |
| Larner | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/19/2011 |
| Blast Ingoldo and his envy of his brother's vaunted power! A true king is one who offers power to his people, not one who joys in exercising power OVER others, a fact Ingoldo cannot fathom. Bumps on heads and drugged drink--not a good combination. Author Reply: Very true, Larner, and Ingolod never seems to learn that particular lesson, does he. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much. | |
| Ellynn | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| Oh, I just can't wait for Monday! *impatient* Author Reply: It's not that long a wait, Ellynn. *grin* I'm glad that you are anxious to know what will happen next. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it very much. | |
| Fantasia | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| My, the lack of light is getting everybody crazy in Valinor! I was expecting many things, but no this. What I cannot understand, is how Ingoldo was free and back to the Royal Famiy in EI. This was a complete surprise, Fiondil, update soon, please! Author Reply: Hi Fantasia. We will see eventually what happens to Ingoldo. Keep in mind that that when we meet Ingoldo in EI, over a 1000 years have passed since the events described in this story. And you know I always update on Mondays and Fridays so you don't have too long to wait. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| Seems everybody wants to take a quick foray into the story and beat Ingoldo to a pulp. It is tempting - but it wouldn't do to be a copycat - I'll rather carefully put up my hair, slide in as many items of hair weaponry that my locks can hod, and then go hunting. (I have a great fondness for hairsticks that are shaped as weapons, and I have a number of very nice ones!) :-D Author Reply: Ah... so you're waiting for Lord Oromë to call a Hunt, are you? And I know all about your hairsticks, which are lethal weapons in disguise. *LOL* | |
| Kaylee Arafinwiel | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| Oh, Atar Fiondil! :( I've been reading all along of course, just a lot of the time I don't have time to write a proper review. I'm sorry I haven't been reviewing, but rest assured I haven't missed a chapter and I love this story (and, when it's finished, I am going to find time to read through it again and review every chapter LOL, you know me) So, Ingwe's been captured, has he? Sneaky Ingoldo...add me to the list of those who want to be written in to beat Ingoldo to a pulp. *Grin* A member of Arafinwe's household, let's say, because you know I love him best (and Finda, and Galadriel, obviously, though she's still Artanis as yet) Heck, just let *Artanis* have a crack at Ingoldo for me, would you? Young or not, she wouldn't stand for this ill-treatment of her beloved great-uncle, who is both Ingaran and Vanyaran. (And could you clarify something for me, please? Is he High King of all the Elves in *Arda*, or just *Aman*? Of course, he's got no way to communicate with, say, the Silvan or the Nandorin folk, but if he did, would they have to recognise his sovereignty (is that a word)? Waiting for Monday eagerly! Tye-melin, Atto indonyo, Kaylee Author Reply: Hi Kaylee. Glad to hear you're still reading and enjoying the story. Review when you can and don't worry about it. We'll see in what manner Ingwë is rescued (or not) eventually. Unfortunately, Artanis will already be on her way to Endórë before anyone realizes Ingwë even needs rescuing. And to answer your question, Ingwë is High King of the Elves in Aman but nowhere else. Besides, without instant communication, it would have been difficult, not to say impossible, for him to have exerted his sovereignty over anyone outside of Aman.*grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it. Tye-melin. | |
| Sunny | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| So now Ingoldo has committed himself. I suppose he will more or less be able to wiggle out of the charges against him, or at least finagle a verdict of "not proven", since we see him at court in Elf Interrupted. His carreer change there was long overdue. At least I think that from now on, Ingwë and those closest to him are not likely to ever quite trust Ingoldo again. Author Reply: Hi Sunny. We will see what happens with Ingoldo eventually and what his punishment is if any. And no, I don't think Ingwë will ever completely trust his brother again. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it a lot. | |
| 6336 | Reviewed Chapter: 65 on 4/15/2011 |
| Can you add me in right after Angwen, please? Thankyou, Lynda (Yes, I know, take a number!) Author Reply: You said it. LOL! | |