Stories of Arda
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Now when first Vingilot was set to sail in the seas of heaven, it rose unlooked for, glittering and bright; and the people of Middle-earth beheld it from afar and wondered, and they took it for a sign, and called it Gil-Estel, the Star of High Hope.
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Stories
5,378 stories in the archive
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Letting Go by Rowan
Bilbo and Frodo have a heart-to-heart talk shortly before the Farewell Party.
G · 1 chapter · 1,609 words · Complete · Published 5 May 2007 · Updated 5 May 2007 · Reviews (6)
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Benevolence for a Weary Heart by PIppinfan1988
A weary, lonely watchman passes through the Buckland gate and finds kindness in unexpected places. Written for Marigold's Challenge 37. Characters include Aragorn, Marmadas Brandybuck, and a brief glimpse of a young Frodo Baggins, and a few other hobbits.
G · 2 chapters · 3,589 words · Complete · Published 3 May 2007 · Updated 3 May 2007 · Reviews (8)
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Keepsakes by Calenlass
Not all keepsakes are valuable. Some are hardly worth anything, save to the owner. An Aragorn and Eldarion story.
G · 1 chapter · 1,382 words · Complete · Published 3 May 2007 · Updated 3 May 2007 · Reviews (3)
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Devious Council by Rhapsody
Caranthir threathens the fragile alliances of the Noldor, but what is Maedhros’ move?
PG · 1 chapter · 814 words · Complete · Published 3 May 2007 · Updated 3 May 2007 · Reviews (1)
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Web of Treason by Linda Hoyland
To save the tortured, captive, Aragorn, Faramir must forfeit his own honour. Can one do evil in the service of a greater good? And will both King and Steward survive an ordeal that tests their friendship as well as their fealty? MC Award Winner. Complete replique montre
R · 64 chapters · 136,640 words · Complete · Published 25 March 2006 · Updated 1 May 2007 · Reviews (181)
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Duty by Calenlass
Companion piece to "Inseparable, Even Unto Death" A prose poem on some of Elrond's thoughts during the Third Age.
PG · 1 chapter · 239 words · Complete · Published 1 May 2007 · Updated 1 May 2007 · Reviews (2)
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Ribbons by Lily Dragonquill
~Chapter Five: Yule~ Merimac steals hearts and kisses wherever he goes. One day a stranger turns up and proves to be quite a challenge. Will Merimac win her heart as well or will it be the other way round? ~Story complete~
G · 5 chapters · 10,095 words · Complete · Published 28 December 2006 · Updated 1 May 2007 · Reviews (26)
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Obsession by Calenlass
A prose poem exploring exactly why did so many people fall for the Ring's lure. No slash, sex, smut, profanity, or romance in content. It's been titled "Obsession" because that's what the love of the Ring is.
PG-13 · 1 chapter · 402 words · Complete · Published 29 April 2007 · Updated 29 April 2007 · Reviews (2)
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The Multi-Faceted Mr. Frodo by Gentle Hobbit
This is a collection of drabbles and "ficlets" that are too small to stand on their own. During the Quest, Frodo gained the respect and friendship of many, including two men of Gondor: Aragorn and Faramir. The drabbles in this chapter are of partings.
G · 11 chapters · 8,476 words · In progress · Published 20 August 2004 · Updated 28 April 2007 · Reviews (35)
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Memories by TNT2B2
Gimli and Legolas on their way to the Undying Lands.
G · 1 chapter · 1,065 words · Complete · Published 28 April 2007 · Updated 28 April 2007 · Reviews (3)
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Spoiled by Antane
Sam takes care of Frodo when he gets a cold (Pre-quest). Pretty fluffy.
G · 1 chapter · 1,280 words · Complete · Published 28 April 2007 · Updated 28 April 2007 · Reviews (6)
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Inseparable, Even Unto Death by Calenlass
A prose poem about the choice of Elrond and Elros
PG-13 · 1 chapter · 218 words · Complete · Published 28 April 2007 · Updated 28 April 2007 · Reviews (2)
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Branwyn's Bric-à-Brac by Branwyn
A collection of short pieces about different characters. Numbers 20 to 30 finish up the set and feature Faramir, Boromir, Radagast, Lobelia, Imrahil, Samwise, Rosie, Beorn, and original characters. (Note: all are rated G except No. 27 which has sexual content.)
PG-13 · 30 chapters · 4,150 words · Complete · Published 29 April 2006 · Updated 27 April 2007 · Reviews (94)
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Of Elves and Men by Nancy Blue
When Elves and Men met they had much to learn of each other; both of joy and sorrow, as shown in the tale of Aegnor and Andreth. Chapter Five (5) contains a brief violent scene. Chapter Six (6) contains a scene of marital union.
PG · 8 chapters · 25,640 words · Complete · Published 8 September 2005 · Updated 27 April 2007 · Reviews (23)
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Silent Knight by shirebound
After the Coronation, Pippin falls ill. Aragorn’s visit to the young hobbit’s sickroom results in a conversation in which Pippin learns something new about the King, and realizes a very special bond they share.
G · 1 chapter · 949 words · Complete · Published 24 April 2007 · Updated 24 April 2007 · Reviews (23)
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Spider's Thread by simon22cat
One brother searches for his sibling after the battle for Helm's Deep.
PG · 1 chapter · 1,074 words · Complete · Published 20 April 2007 · Updated 20 April 2007 · Reviews (4)
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Mardil Goes A-Courting by Le Rouret
Mardil of Ethring needs a wife, and Legolas has the perfect girl for him. Never mind the Green Knight has no opinion on romance and thinks tender sentiments a waste of time. He's an Elf, right? What could possibly go wrong? **COMPLETE!!!**
PG · 9 chapters · 26,335 words · Complete · Published 16 February 2007 · Updated 19 April 2007 · Reviews (49)
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Berry Picking by Lily Dragonquill
~Complete~ Esmeralda Took knows exactly what she wants. Yet, sometimes it is necessary to reconsider.
G · 1 chapter · 1,983 words · Complete · Published 19 April 2007 · Updated 19 April 2007 · Reviews (5)
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Four Seasons by Citrine
Just a rambly little something in four parts. Four seasons in the life of Merry and Pippin from childhood to old age. Rated G for gen and a F for fluff. NOW the last two parts together: Autumn-Merry's lost and Pippin helps him find his way back home, and Winter-In Minas Tirith, an aged Merry has a bad cold and a bad dream.
G · 4 chapters · 4,271 words · Complete · Published 11 April 2007 · Updated 16 April 2007 · Reviews (18)
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A Matter of Appearances by Lindelea
A story that naturally follows from Runaway, coming before While There's Breath.... When Pippin sets out to prove to the Tooks his confidence in his disgraced cousins, disaster nearly follows. Note: character death Story complete, except for Author's Notes to come.
R · 45 chapters · 82,975 words · Complete · Published 22 July 2006 · Updated 16 April 2007 · Reviews (272)