Reviews (446)

Raksha The Demon · 7 July 2010 · Chapter 18: The Blue Wizards’ Dilemma

A nice portrayal of the Blue Wizards; who perhaps were eventually undone, in terms of the strict accomplishment of their mission, by their own compassion. They obviously are caring, thoughtful wizards who lack Saruman's arrogance. I wonder what became of Zamin and her child; who are very well-written as well.

Sunny · 7 July 2010 · Chapter 18: The Blue Wizards’ Dilemma

It can be easy to forget that the faceless "Enemy" - at least in the sense of the soldiers and population of "the West's", or Gondor's, enemies - are simply people. And not necessarily bad people either. Certainly not here! Good to see that Alatat and Pallando managed to get their friends out of the way before the so-called "good guys" could get there and kill them.

6336 · 7 July 2010 · Chapter 18: The Blue Wizards’ Dilemma

I have not seen many stories about the Blue Wizards, this was an interesting answer to the question of what happened to them. History is filled with 'if onlies', how differant things would be if they had occured. You do realise you will have to write a sequel to this, we have to know what happened to Zimrathor and his followers. Yes, I know you already have too many stories to write, just put it on the back burner and let it simmer for a while! Huggs, Lynda

Edlyn · 24 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

It's summer term so it's very quiet and I have time to catch up on reading and reviewing. I absolutely loved this story. Are you going to write one about the reaction to Námo's chosen color of atire for Midwinter? I am laughing out loud just thinking about it. I think the thing I liked best was the affection that Námo and Vairë have for each other. I was honestly expecting Vairë to do something significantly damaging to the other Valar when she realised that both she and Námo had been had, especially when Tulkas and Oromë are being such gits. But my favourite line was: As long as the Children didn’t have to see me... Last thing I needed was to have half the Elves of Eldamar die of shock, or more likely laughter, at the sight of me. I didn’t even want to think of the paperwork that would entail. Maranwë would most likely quit in disgust and then where would I be? Thanks for hte laughter, dear friend. Edlyn

Kitty · 20 June 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

Oh, I thought I had reviewed that one long ago. Only now noticed that I somehow seem to have left it out. Sorry! :( Must have been quite a challenge to come up with something that includes these prompts, but you managed admirably. That sunken ship never rotted? That alone is enough to know it has to be elf-made; they made their things to endure time (contrary to nowadays). It must have been beautiful. And the descriptions reminds me of the swan-ships of Alqualondë, though I have no idea how one of these could end up in the Long Lake. But then, the elves have probably built similar ships in Beleriand, too. Círdan smiled as he straightened, remembering the irascible Orophir. Shouldn't that be Oropher? Really, some inquiries into the reason why the Silvan Elves avoided the Lake so determindely could be interesting. Who knows, maybe the reason would explain what happened to that ship. And while I understand that it would be nearly impossible to raise the ship, I can understand even better that Gorlas is reluctant to leave that beautiful ship where it is. It would be nice to have it at land where everyone could see it. Can just imagine Gorlas' face when Thranduil was talking about Legolas being still so young with his 500+ years *snicker* Anyway, they're right – to get as many people as possible there to see the ship seems a good idea. It's an once-in-a-lifetime experience for the Mortals, and maybe for some of the Elves, too. And I see, Gorlas will be able to draw some profits from that. This story left me curious where that ship came from, who was on board and what happened, as you can probably imagine ...

Kitty · 17 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

*ROFL* You know, at first I was wondering if the couple could be Celeborn and Galadriel, and after the sister was mentioned I started to go through all the Elves in Eldamar in your stories. But when I saw the word 'yellow', I knew who it was - still haven't forgotten that little episode :D Oh, it was so funny to see the allmighty Lord of Mandos being played by his wife, upset with her idea and still not able to get out of it *grin* Before I start quoting half the chapter as favourite parts, I'll just say that I loved it. Thank you for a great laugh! Oh, and you realise that I now want to see the other Valar in pink, do you? *whistles innocently*

Tari · 15 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Methinks the Valar have been hanging around the Reborn too much. Namo handled this with a lot of grace. I can't wait to see what the other wives have in mind for their husbands. (I do hope this will be continued later.) LOL

Eärillë · 11 June 2010 · Chapter 14: The Exilic Noldo’s Guide to Coping with Post-Helcaraxë Stress Syndrome (or PHSS)

I wonder if Glorfindel's book would be the first ever the exiled Noldor made... *snicker* But regardless, it was a fun read. :) There was a shadow behind the cheer and lightness of the pace and content, and it was prevalent throughout the story, but you executed it well so that it turned into a very good bittersweet story (with the sweet greater than the bitter, as Glorfindel wanted to show). It was not something people only read, but also felt. It was... wonderful, to say the least. But by the way, I thought Ecthelion was in the same room with Glorfindel and his friend. (Sorry. I forget his name.) He received no mention there; only once, in passing... Or perhaps said friend was actually the current lord of the House of the Fountain? :confused: Was this story related to the one about Glorfindel in Helkaraxë in your Tapestries collection? I forget its details, but I read it already. And was it related to Elf, Interrupted too, regarding Glorfindel's past? Somehow, I felt sad when you mentioned the Elflings. Perhaps it was because of Idril and her recent past; but still, their merriment and the notion that many of them might have lost family members (or even friends) during the Crossing was... a pain, very stark, ironically the thickest shadow I felt throughout the story. It still brought a smile to my face, as most children's play and the mention of it usually do to me, but... *shrug* It was a very good story, nonetheless, and I am glad I read it. :) Although, when I read the title, I thought it would be a humor story... Oh well. - Rey

Eärillë · 11 June 2010 · Chapter 10: Sun-in-Eclipse

Hahaha! Oh! What a tickling story! *grin* And it is what I have been waiting for so long... Thank you for writing it! But perhaps you should have warned readers against eating or drinking... *grumble* I nearly choked out the spoonful of rice I was swallowing. It would not be a pretty sight, for sure. I enjoyed following the predicament of the Valar - and later, the Elven-kings - very much. You made the sequence and the method very real, as usual. :) But what was truly plastered in my mind was the last part, Melian's. It was absolutely hilarious! *grin* Would you please write about it someday? The exchange of 'knowledge' between the Elves of Aman and Middle-earth? It would be fun! One got the truth and another got the fairy tale... Hee hee. I wonder, though, why then the account stayed with the fairy-tale version... I would have thought something must have been said during the War of Wrath... Hmm. The reference to Wars of the Valar was fun, too. And as always, I enjoyed the interaction between the Valar very much; especially with this amount of humor sprinkled liberally there... It was quite refreshing. :) I would love to nominate this story to the MEFA's. May I? Well, regardless, I love it very much. - Rey

Eärillë · 11 June 2010 · Chapter 6: Tenn’ Ambar-Metta

Oh my. What a bittersweet story... But I am glad Elrond at least had something of his brother, however inadequate it felt and however late it was. I thought you would include the meeting between Elrond and the Númenorian captain, though. :rueful: I was looking forward to it. But I admit, the ending was good already. I never knew that you should spread sand on a piece of paper to dry ink too. Interesting. Would it not affect the writing somehow, though? By the way, I am interested to see the background to the friendship between Elrond and Erestor. Do you have it somewhere? If not, will you write about it some time? Would you? Seeing Elrond in this younger frame of his was quite refreshing. I enjoyed it very much, although I was firstly taken aback. (My own fault, as my mind was yet set on his much-older image during the Ring War.) I was a bit confused with the reference to sprained (I think?) ankle and sleeping on a wet deck, though. Would you please explain it to me? Elrond's shy smile was... amusing, somehow. And Círdan's calling him "Elfling" was both surprising and hilarious. (I laughed whenever it was brought up.) - Ha! Lord Elfling... Hopefully I can put a review for it on the MEFAwards. It certainly deserves it! *grin* And perhaps it might be longer than this... But firstly I must learn more about reviewing there. :) - Rey

6336 · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Just read Sunny's review, you know a nice salmony pink might work with Manwe colouring. Have to see what Varda and the other three Valier come up with! Lynda

Rhyselle · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

*Giggle!* This was so funny and so sweet. And I loved the description of the outfit... Vaire picked out just the right shades of yellow to make it dignified instead of ridiculous. I like how you didn't right out tell us who the narrator and the beloved were, but let us learn about the bet first. So when we realized just who was talking, it was to excellent effect. *giggle* And I, too, think that the Winter Solstice will be VERY interesting! Pink. *more giggles* Well done!

Erulisse · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

I loved this on ALEC and still love it here. I think he could easily wear a deep royal purple, but I don't see him in brighter colors. Except...and it's a big except...I visualized him in black denim slacks and a red plaid shirt with a knit hat for Nate in Elf Academy. That would fit into the area of the country very well and be inconspicuous, even though it would seem to stand out. It's all about blending, don'cha know :-))) As always, it's a pleasure to read anything you write. - Erulisse (one L)

Rick · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

O this was excellent! and hilarious...when will the sequel appear? Pink! Not to mention the comeuppance of the 4 who stepped so firmly on their wives' toes! All of this series of tales has been very good, if I have forgotten to mention it previously - you know me, always behind on the reviews. But I have read and enjoyed the whole set. Thanks for writing!

Sunny · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Hehehehehe ... Námo in yellow! I wondered, when I read about Vána’s suggestion that he wear yellow if he lost the bet about who won the tournament. Now, in this story it is Vairë who loses her bet (and what is it with the Valar and gambling, anyway?), but that only gives us the pleasure of seeing just how good she is at twining Námo round her little finger. :-D And now you really have to convince the Muse to tell you the story of how Varda, Yavanna, Nessa, and Vána get their husbands into pink gartments – and just what shades ... rose pink, shocking pink, fuchsia, baby pink, radioactive pink, barbie pink ... pink is just _so_ not my color either, so I can commiserate with the Valar if their spouses manage to get them to wear that color ;-)

6336 · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Oh, that was fun! Finally Vaire gets him to wear yellow, though it was a very dark yellow, what's next, I know he has worn dark green and dark blue and I think, burgandy, how about a nice dark brown with gold trimmings? By the way what did he wear as Nate in Elf Academy? I think I figured out who it was before I got to the Bumble Bees, now I am trying to remember where it was that getting Namo to wear yellow was mentioned and by whome? More 'Tales of the Private Lives of the Valar' please! Lynda

Larner · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

The wagers of the Valar will end up getting them all into trouble eventually! Hehehehe! A wonderful response to the prompt!

harrowcat · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Brilliant! Loved every word and as I am currently right back re-reading about that Tournament it is perfect timing. Great fun Fiondil.

Ellie · 9 June 2010 · Chapter 17: What We Do for Love

Namo is sooo wrapped around Vairë's little finger. He obviously loves her dearly to subject himself to such a thing as he did here, but still... Poor guy with all of those conniving women around! And the fact that it is the Lord of Mandos that all of this is happening to makes it all the more entertaining. I bet it will be delightful for Namo to see what the rest of the female Valar come up with to torment their husbands and how that bet will go later. I hope your muse leads you to write a what happens next story. Manwe or Aule or Tulkas in pink??? LOL!!!

Larner · 13 May 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

It does sound as if Elrond and the two wizards have knowledge that this shipwreck would be wrong to plumb more deeply. Not that barnacles would grow on a ship in fresh water, my friend. The creatures are a salt-water beastie. Fascinating!

Eärillë · 13 May 2010 · Chapter 11: Beyond the Galvorn Door

I stumbled on this when searching in Google, so I thought it would be better if I left a review at once. It was a new, terrifying idea, breath-taking but beautiful at once. Just... wow. Hard to say in mere words how it felt during the reading, from start to end. It sent my heart to racing, and if I had been standing, I would have stood on tiptoes because of the suspense and thrill. It was so beautifully dark and capturing. This is one of the darkest tale of Námo I have ever read from you. (Yes, perfect for Halloween. LOL Although this was certainly a unique tale for that.) I thought the warning was for... perhaps there was a Maia or two from Melkor's forces who repented, who had been a vampire... Whoa. This was more scary. And children! Haha. Just... crazily great. And I thought someone's story (Independent77, I think) about canibalism in Maedhros and Maglor was the worst and the most inventive. I was mistaken. But Námo did get his reward, and I would not begrudge him that. A son! He had always pined for a child, in most events I have read so far which concerned him intimately. *grin* Good for him, although the reward was delivered in... such a way. But Eru does work in strange ways. And *snicker* yeah, wait till Estel grows to adullescence... *smirk* I wonder if he can harass his new parents so much like teens usually do? Ah, this makes me want to read more about him! Please tell about his life in Mandos some time? :puppy-dog eyes: But you know, I thought his fëa would have been swallowed - and thus totally lost - forever; or perhaps he was pulled to the Timeless Halls, like the Secondborn. The first option terrified me beyond reason. But then I saw that Eru only took the tainted part of him... Meany Fiondil. You kept me strung out through that particular scene. And I thought that 'mercy' was something very horrible, too, from the way you described it there, in the middle of the narration. You did very well when you placed yourself in the ellon's - and Námo's - proverbial shoes. Everyone was clueless, and so were the readers, and no one understood until at least Námo did. - And what an understanding it was! You always have great concepts, and this time it showed too. It was new in your writing, at least from those I have read so far, and this tale was made the fresher - and more surreal - by it. Thank you for the hair-rising tale, buddy. I have been pining for great things like this. Sincerely, Rey

shirebound · 12 May 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

That's a lovely tale, full of the mystery and wonder that keeps us all fascinated with Middle-earth. But how poignant that, to most folk, the Quendi are now... nursery tales with no real basis in fact. Over so many millenia, so much has been forgotten, or never known at all.

Sunny · 12 May 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

That little comment of Elrond's makes me wonder if he knows about something that might explain the mystery. Though he clearly won't say anything.

Tari · 12 May 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

I have been waiting for another addition to Vaire's Loom. As always, it was well worth the wait. Finding an elven ship would be awesome. It's sad that no one can raise it up for future people to see. Though the elves all leave, I wouldn't think the ship would loose its beauty. It's a sight I would love to see myself.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 12 May 2010 · Chapter 16: A Mystery at Long Lake

Atar Fiondil, Now you've got me wondering about the ship! Hm, perhaps it belonged to Nimrodel? I don't know, just an idea *lol* Anyway, I really enjoyed this. I also reread your response to my last Loom review. How dare you accuse me of growing up! :-P Just kidding, Atar indonyo. You know, I suppose I don't mind growing up just a little bit. *grin* So I do wonder if the mystery of the ship will ever be solved...*goes back to pondering it* Any idea at all where it could have come from? (Well, I'm going to have to stop pondering this now and go back to studying for my final! my *final* final! After this there's just the externship (no the same kind of ship!! :D) no more classes!) I really enjoyed it and hope there's more soon! (Oh, and I *am* keeping up with EI2, I've just been devoting more time to homework. Now there won't be any more homework though, so more reviews will be coming I hope!) Tye-melin, Atar Fiondil! Kaylee