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In Darkness Bound by Fiondil	7 Review(s)
Larner	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/22/2011
Oh, a most fitting punishment indeed, to be set back to the same task, but this time to be unable to interfere at all. Now, to catch up! Author Reply: Very fitting, indeed, Larner. We'll see how well Nornoros handles his charge. It will not be easy, that's for sure. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

obsidianj	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/20/2011
So, Nornoros got a reprimand, but the insidious nature of his punishment, I think becomes clear in the events to follow. I don't think he will interfere again. That's something that couldn't be said if Manwe sets someone else to watch Ingalaure. Smart move. Now Ingalaure's fate is sealed. If Nornoros hadn't acted prematurely... This chapter makes the fine line the Valar are walking even more clear and explains some of the unexplainable. Very difficult situation all around. Author Reply: Hi obsidianj. That's a very astute observation you have about Nornoros punishment and as we approach that time in which Ingalaurë meets his doom, we will see how that plays out. I'm glad that this chapter has shown you how fine a line the Valar are walking. It is a very difficult situation all around. Thanks for taking the time to read and review. I appreciate it very much.

Laikwalâssê	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/9/2011
I can sympazise with Nornoros. To stand by and only watch is hard. Manwe´s advise however is sound. The elves have to fulfill their destinies without interference, as well meant as they may be. I like your description of the Valar and Maiar so much, their interactions are so wonderful. Thank you for another great chapter. Sorry for the delay. I had no PC the last week. Lai Author Reply: No problem, Lai. It is hard to stand by and watch while those you love are hurt or insist on going the wrong way, as any parent will tell you, but at some point you just have to let them go. The Elves have been living in a kind of childhood, but now they are being forced to grow up and take greater responsibility for their actions rather than having the Valar dictate to them. I'm glad you like my description of the Valar and Maiar and their interactions with one another and with the Elves. Thanks for letting me know. I reall appreciate it.

Sunny	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/5/2011
I am glad Manwë wasn't too hard on Nornoros. Hopefully he will be able to keep himself in check - or at least be very subtle in any "encouraging" he does. I can certainly understand how he wanted to help Ingalaurë a bit, and while keeping him from killing his uncle was blatant enough, the encouraging words were subtle enough. And it was after all just encouragment - though some encouraging words can be enough for the recipient at the right time. It seems rather likely that Ingalaurë's death is the "destiny" that the Valar see - at least the most likely one. And we know that he _does_ die - it makes me wonder just what actions and happenings his death will be a catalyst for. The Valar admit that they can't entirely predict the actions of the Children, and I wonder a bit at what kind of alternate paths they foresee if he is not killed. Probably bad ones - Manwë does say that Ingoldo's fëa is tainted, and it would be a bad thing to have someone like that as King - or the puppetteer who pull the King's - or Regent's - strings. At least Ingalaure seems to have put a stop to that - at least for now. Author Reply: Hi Sunny. I think Manwë sympathized with Nornoros and that's why he didn't read him the riot act. And who can truly say what might have happened had Ingalaurë not died when and as he will. We know he had some resentment towards his brother and the niggling doubt as to who the eldest twin really was would eventually drive a wedge between them. As terrible as his death can be looked upon, it may well be a blessing in disguise, though no one (except possibly the Valar) would recognize it as such. At any rate, he does die and we (and the characters in this story) are left with the consequence of that act for weal or woe, as the phrase goes. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate you taking the time to do so.

Fantasia	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/5/2011
So good that Nornoros is Ok, poor Maia, to watch someone that you love being abused or being corrupted and unable to prevent it is very bad. Now I'm only thinking on how much he will suffer after Ingalaurë's death. I don't like to have foresight, in this story, because we know some of the final events, it seems that we are granted foresight and I don't like it, because there is nothing that we can do to change the outcome (unless that you rewrite all your stories and keep Ingalaurë alive? it is just a thought..., just kiding) Another discover that I have done about myself, it is that I can't be a Maia, because pity is not among my feeling towards Ingoldo, I'm so human, really. Love that Nornoros reached Atar and felt his love, because if you have that, you can face anything that fate keep throwing to you. Thanks Fiondil Author Reply: Hi Fantasia. Foresight is definite a two-edge sword and one has to pity Namo for being burdened with it. I think it's okay not to know what may happen in the future; there's too much responsibility inherent with such a gift (or curse, depending on your point-of-view). We are told, of course, to forgive our enemies, not necessarily love them, and one has to pity those who willfully seek the dark instead of the light. Their lives are so sad. And you are right that when you know you have Atar's love you can face anything that comes your way. Thank you for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much.

6336	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/5/2011
Ah, good, Nornoros did not get into too much trouble, just a stern warning from Manwe to behave himself and his very own 'Watcher'! I think Ratty needs a Keeper, more than a Watcher! Namo knows that Ingalure is going to come to him in at least one if not several of the sceanerios(sp?) he has forseen and he is dreading it happening. Poor Namo he has as much, if not more mental anguish, as Eonwe does.It has to be so hard to stand by and let things unfold as they will. Now to find the ellith and get this train wreck back on the tracks, or as much as can be! Huggs, Lynda Author Reply: Hi Lynda. You're probably right about Ratty... er... I mean Ingoldo. LOL! It has to be tough for Namo, having this knowledge and knowing he can't do anything to change it and sometimes knowing he can't even tell anyone about it for fear of changing what must be. How the ellith (and Ingwe) are found will be revealed eventually, never fear. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much.

Angwen	Reviewed Chapter: 97 on 8/5/2011
Argh! You evil cliff-hanging monkey!!! Nice architecture. ^_^ Author Reply: Hey, it's Friday! LOL! At least you only have to wait a couple of days for the next chapter, Angwen. And I'm glad you liked the architecture. Thanks for letting me know. I really appreciate it.

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