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In Darkness Bound by Fiondil	6 Review(s)
Serindë	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 10/14/2011
"I saw your uncle’s eyes when he was beating me, or rather when he was watching Tulcaner beat me, they took turns you see. Anyway, I saw his expression. He was enjoying watching me suffer." Lovely. I must say I had some understanding for Ingoldo the Rat. He is the oldest brother and according to the custom he should be the king. And by forcing Ingoldo accept the marriage of his son, moreover to accept it gracefully, Ingwë used/misused his office for resolving a family quarrel (I do not blame him for that, after few yeni I would have enough of Ingoldo arguments too), so Ingoldo has some right not to be happy. But one thing is to take or to try to take power, which should be - according him - his, the other thing is to torment people for a bit of fun. It definitely explains his long sentence after the prank with Glorfindel. It seemed to me disproportional and I pitted him. To be exiled for such a long time in the time when his son is released from Mandos? Now I have feeling that Námo was not able to release Intarion from his care until the Rat had been safely packed away. Ingoldo should should not been allowed near any innocent Reborn including his son. If somebody need a "nice" long chat with Námo it is him. Author Reply: Hi Serindë. Well, as to why Ingoldo was not chosen as king, I think that comes out eventually. At any rate, Ingoldo has definitely been infected by Melkor's darkness even if he doesn't see it himself. And yes, the events here and what happens to him after Ingwë regains his throne do explain why Ingwë banished him as he did after Glorfindel's trial and you may be correct that Námo would not release Intarion until his parents were safely out of reach. Some people who definitely deserve a little chat from Námo never get one, unfortunately. grin Thanks for reading and reviewing. I quite appreciate it.

Larner	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 8/22/2011
An excellent philosophical and moral debate here, and one that is hitting close to home in my life at the moment. One of the NONs' arguments always seems to be, "But I wouldn't do that!" as if what they would or wouldn't do in any specific circumstance should guide everyone's behavior. And several of them are refusing to accept that Damien and Jason forgave Jessie for agreeing to the lying stories fed him first by the police and later the prosecutors. A few days before they were released, one new NON asked us what we thought that Jason and Damien would do if they ever had the chance to be physically in Jessie's presence. When told that they indicated a LONG time ago they had already forgiven him, and understood just why he did what he did, and that Jason had explained just how the police and prosecutors tried to pressure him to do the same to sell out Damien, the NON refused to believe anyone had such an emotionally mature reaction. "But if it were me," he said, "I'd want to beat him within an inch of his life." It's the mark of a small man, I've found, that he looks for the same reactions in others he himself has, and that he ascribes to others the same motivations and choices he has and is inclined to know and make. Author Reply: Very true, Larner. Jesus said to love your enemies, and forgive them. I think it's even harder to forgive one's friends, or even acquaintenances, but it is the higher road. That Damien and Jason understand what Jesse suffered and are willing to forgive him for it speaks well for them both and we can all learn from their example. The NON who feels they should "beat him within an inch of his life" has no clue and he is indeed small-minded. And, as Gandalf said, Evil is incapable of imagining Good doing anything contrary to what Evil would do in the same circumstances (or something to that effect). Anyway, thanks for reading and reviewing. I'm glad you found the debate appropriate for our times; it was meant to be.

Tari	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 8/16/2011
Nor should Ingalaurë lower himself to his uncle's level. I think he should treat Indoldo with kindess while still keeping him a prisoner. That would really blow the ellon's find. I know they will find the elleth, but where should prove to be interesting. I had to go to this chapter before commenting on the previous one because I couldn't wait to see what happened next. I like Manwe's "punishment" of the errant Maia. It was a very wise choice and I believe his point was well taken. Author Reply: You're right, Tari. Ingalaurë should not lower himself to his uncle's level. Treating Ingoldo with kindness would really irk the ellon no end. LOL! Glad you liked Manwë's punishment and I'm sure Nornoros and all the other Maiar have gotten the point. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much.

Sunny	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 8/8/2011
So the ladies have not been spotted - it makes me speculate a bit about alternative ways out of the city. But hopefully they will be found. Ingalaurë and his friends are at least going about the search in a logical and systematic manner - and when going through Ingoldo's papers and accounts, perhaps they will discover some clues - and perhaps find out about about some of Ingoldo's collaborators. Following the money might give some hints about what he has been up to. And speaking about collaborators - I find I am wondering about that nobleman who suggested withholding food and water. If he is not one of Ingoldo's people, he is as tainted as him - and perhaps he is one of those who get that wonderful career opportunity at Formenos in the Second Age? ;-)He has most certainly been noted now, and not in a good way. So Tamurilon was also beaten up. And that Tulcaner and Ingoldo is certainly quite a pair, aren't they? Author Reply: Hi Sunny. Yes, Tulcaner and Ingoldo are indeed a right pair. The ladies will eventually be found, though not necessarily in the way most people are imagining. You know me... I rarely do the expected. grin As for the nobleman who suggested withholding food and water... you may well be correct about him. These malcontents didn't just show up one day; they nursed their resentments for some time before they surfaced. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I very much appreciate it.

Fantasia	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 8/8/2011
What a mess! I'm so proud of Tam, for chosen the right but also, the harder path, and for shown it to Ingalaurë. Also, Ingalaurë is so lucky to have the support of wise councilors and friends that won't let him fall in despair and blame the Valars. At least, they are in control of the city and most of the people are in their side. I only hope that Ingwë has the opportunity to thanks his son before his death. I have the impression that Ingalaurë was not as confidante as his brother; this crisis is helping him to take his position in his Father’s realm. Author Reply: Hi Fantasia. Yes, it is a mess. And Tam is to be commended for taking the harder path, for it is indeed the right path and Ingalaurë is fortunate to have such a wise friend by his side. Ingalaurë has had a lot of self-image problems being the 'spare', but he's coming into his own here. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I really appreciate it.

6336	Reviewed Chapter: 98 on 8/8/2011
No, starving Ratty would take too long, they need answers now, maybe they can question some of the other guards? Ratty would not understand being forgiven, he has no compassion of his own and would not expect it from another. Oh, poor Tam, Ratty will have a lot to answer for eventually, when the king comes back. (That sounds familiar!) I see Ingalure is finding kingship not as easy as it looks! Huggs, Lynda Author Reply: Hi Lynda. Kingship, even as a regent, is not as easy as it looks. I'm sure Ingalaurë appreciates more how Ingwë as High King functions within Eldarin society. And Ingoldo will indeed have much to answer for, as we will eventually see. Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it very much.

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