Elf Academy Part Deux by Fiondil
filo · 28 November 2025 · Chapter 22: Revelation
I have to say ..a lot of poeple liked Alex as a characters, I instead just wanted him to slap him . He has soke serius anger issue and he si a big piece of sh..but yeah his anger issue makes him despise him
Agape4Gondor · 31 January 2016 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
It has been quite some time since I read the Elf Academy books, so I decided to start again. I'm now finished with book two and I must tell you it was difficult. difficult because Fiondil put so much of himself into his books and we learned so much about him that reading these again made my heart ache. I always learned so much about myself as I contemplated the Elves and their relationship to ERU and the different beings they lived with. My heart goes out to his beta readers. if I, who only giggled with him occasionally over what he did to Finrod and Glorfindel, cried so as I reread these first two books, how much more his betas must be suffering as they post his weekly chapters. Though with suffering can come joy and everything that Fiondil did oozed joy. My Eru, I miss him.
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Sweetpea Baggins · 23 October 2014 · Chapter 43: Further Conversations
Amroth grinned. "Someday, when this is all over, you should ask Glorfindel and Daeron about their time in fourteenth century Florence spying on the Ghibillines for the Guelphs. The tale makes for interesting hearing." With that, he ushered them out the door, bidding them good-bye, leaving them both standing there gaping in disbelief. WOW, I want to read that story! :) Seriously, I have greatly enjoyed your work, and in particular the Elf Academy tales. I'm sorry I haven't left a review before. Keep it up! Sweetpea
Author's reply
Hello Sweetpea. I'm not sure you'll ever read that particular story about Glorfindel and Daeron but you never know. I'm glad you enjoy my stories, especially the Elf Academy series. Thanks for letting me know. I really appreciate it.
MikoNoNyte · 23 August 2014 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
I'm of two minds about this right now. First off, and don't take this wrong, I find criticism with Alex as spy. He supposedly has done this job since college, 15 plus years. That would make him nearly 40ish. Anyway, he acts not so much like a mature spy but a teenager. Not because he's in school but because of how he wanted to identify the other spies in Wiseman. What spy .. oh, excuse me, "intelligence officer" *giggles* would set up a trap and not have a clue what to do? Hullo, earth to Alex! It just seemed very unprofessional of him. Of course as stated earlier he has others "working on him" but seriously! Second item that popped into my mind while reading is the nearly Gary Stu-ness of the character. Spy, athlete, linguist (points at you) and now, Numenorean descendent. What's next, super powers? Elvish love interest? Like I said, don't take it personally. These two things crawled out of the closet as I was reading and I kept telling myself, "Fiondil did not self-insert; this is not a Gary Stu, Alex is out of his element, it will work out." I hope. Honestly, I like Alex. He really does come off as a bit Ethan Hunt, James Bond (sans suavity) proto-Jason Bourne. Not a bad thing, just that I can see it. Or see that he could have been any of those with a bit more darkness inside him. Having pointed the critical finger I will say this: the many small details utterly win me over. The descriptions of Edhellond, the named rooms - very British!, but something that when I see it in real life here Stateside is way too ostentatious. But here it works beautifully to show elegance, grace and memory (an honoring of the Past). The interplay between the characters, both Elves and Men as well as the depth you gave your main cadre, is superb. I feel I know these folks by the vision you give through your words and descriptions. Always a pleasant encounter! The confrontation at the Steiner home and the different reactions, from Derek, Alex and the Three Amigos, was intense, brought to a head with the excellent escape and recapture. It was a relief to see the elves at rescue and - here it caught me out yet again - their method of selection. I had to think on this a bit and become comfortable with the idea that of course they would take their time - Time means little to them and a game is a (to quote C.J. Cherryh) "baji-naji" affair. Finally, The Court. I am not sure what to make of that. I am still trying to find the logic. Yet at the same time I can see that this afforded two things: that the elves would be recognized as civilized beings with an idea of Law and Justice and the opportunity for the Valar to interact - methinks that was the main idea here anyway. All and all, I really loved this story, nee, Novel (1000 pages on my Kindle). It held just the right amount of action, adventure, comedy, pathos and resolution.
Author's reply
Hi MikoNoNyte. I can appreciate your criticism of Alex and his actions. Part of his problem is that he's walked into a situation for which his life in the Agency has not prepared him. In his wildest dreams he would never have suspected that Ambrose was an Elf, what he would call non-human. "Elf" was simply not in his vocabulary, so he walked into that situation under false assumptions and he simply couldn't deal with what he was finding, because it made no sense to him, so I think, in spite of his training, he was floundering about and not thinking straight. And no, Alex is not a self-insertion (I don't speak any language but English, though I can read my way through French and Spanish), and I'm a physical clutz, nor do I see him as a Gary Stu, since he's not perfect, doesn't have a clue half the time and can screw up big time. He's just a mortal thrown into a situation for which none of his training has prepared him. I'd like to see any of us do any better under the same circumstances. *grin* At any rate, I'm glad you enjoyed the story. Thanks for taking the time to read and review. And I think you will see that Alex does have a darker side to him in Elf Academy 3.
Lindelea · 3 April 2014 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
Whew! Great ending! (it's like an ending that's also a beginning) Finrod's Court was interesting. I have to admit, I wasn't sure what he hoped to accomplish at first, but it became clearer. It's nice to see the reinforcements, but they're right, it might have been better to sneak into town in twos and threes rather than in a grand "Close Encounters of the Elf Kind" entrance. Comparing this to your Part 3 (which I started reading first, simply because it was easier to read the new story on my phone than to dig down through menus to find the older stories) reminds me a little of Anne McCaffrey's "Dragonriders" series. Lessa brings the Oldtimers forward in time to help save the planet, and everything is hunky dory, and then the next book starts and the honeymoon is over. A lot more is making sense, and I will likely re-read your Part 3 after I finish the Christmas story, just to make sure all the pieces are fitting into place in my mind. (I'm assuming that takes up where this one leaves off.) Alex has a unique opportunity, when I think of it. He found a mentor, lost him (he thought) to death, and now has the chance to walk beside him once more, comparing notes from the perspective of fifteen years of experience and maturing (less than a blink from a Firstborn's perspective, perhaps, especially a newly arrived one, but significant for a Secondborn. Here's hoping I got the terminology right). How I would love to be able to talk to some of my mentors now, from an adult perspective. Alex sounds like a... what is the term. Touchstone? Lodestone? Pivot on which events turn? As if Someone was watching over his ancestors and preserving his line down through the years, and he is the last, somehow, (or appears to be the last of his line, the last hope) like another Man some ages back. Oh, there may be other descendents somewhere in the world, but Alex is on the spot, and the Enemy is just as aware. I'm sure the Enemy would have delighted to turn Aragorn to His side, or to destroy him, in the Third Age. Sure glad that Alex has friends in high places. I am rambling, only on my first cup of coffee, so I hope this makes sense. And I wonder what the Thing in the tarn is? I was discussing it with someone and was guessing a Balrog -- she said that didn't make sense, but I reminded her that the Balrog that Gandalf fought didn't die when they plunged into the water at the bottom of Moria, but turned into a creature of slime. It also sounds like the Watcher in the Water outside of Moria -- shudder -- all those tentacles, and the thought of Caleb falling in and that creature, whatever creature, there. Anyhow, it gives me the creeps that people just hike by that place without a second thought, apparently. (Still, what could the Elves do about it? I seem to remember Legolas being terrified in Moria when the Balrog appeared... and even though Glorfindel slew a Balrog, didn't it take its toll on him? Have got to re-read the Sil, it's been decades since I read it and when I was introduced to fanfic in 1993, I got kidnapped by hobbits and know all too little about Elves, sorry to say. Am learning. Slowly. Can you recommend some good authors who are true to Tolkien?)
Author's reply
Hi Lindelea. Yes, this story leads directly into "Christmas in Edhellond", and yes, the honeymoon is over pretty fast between EA2 and EA3. Alex is a key character and we will see him throughout the Elf Academy series. He is indeed in a very unique position to be able to reconnect with Amroth after all these years. And everyone wonders what's in the tarn and the answer to that is: I don't know, and frankly, I hope I never find out. As long as it's sleeping, I don't have to deal with it. *grin* Glorfindel did indeed slay the balrog but died in the attempt. He was later re-embodied and sent back to Middle-Earth. You may want to take a look at my "Elf, Interrupted" series and spinoffs (The Findaráto Diaries and A Long-Expected Wdding)which feature Glorfindel (and Finrod) and how they readjusted to Life after they were reborn. I am assuming you mean authors who write mostly about Elves and in particular Silmarillion-based stories about the Elves. Unfortunately, there are too few who bother and some whose stories I enjoyed no longer write for the fandom or at least they no longer write for SoA. The only other person I know who writes Elves almost exclusively is Ellie. You might check out her stories. I highly recommend Marnie's stories about life in Beleriand, also French Pony. These two no longer write and you'll want a computer to go looking for their stories rather than trying to find them through your phone. You might also check out the following authors whom I enjoy (not in any particular order): MJ, Mirach, Cairistiona, Haleth, Larner, Jay of Lasgalen and Thundera Tiger. Not all of them write about Elves but I like their stories. Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed this one. Thanks for sticking with it and I hope once you finish with "Christmas" it will all make more sense.
Lindelea · 2 April 2014 · Chapter 81: Thanksgiving Day
Thanks for the clarification. It's pretty much what I thought -- Alex didn't sound old enough to have known Amroth for a long time, if his mentor "died" fifteen years earlier, and yet it seemed odd to me that they'd known each other less than a year, considering how deep and close their relationship "felt" on the reading. I suppose I think of a mentor as a longer term relationship than just a few months, but then, I've mentored young people in writing and speaking classes over the course of a semester... it makes sense now. Thanks again!
Author's reply
Not a problem, Lindelea. I'm glad I was able to clear this up for you. I don't think that time is a factor when dealing with relationships. Alex/Artemus felt a deep bond with Amroth/Ambrose probably from the very beginnng. Amroth was the father Alex never had and that probably helped him to form that bond, especially when Amroth admits that from the beginning he'd felt that Alex was special. It was apparently a two-way street.
Lindelea · 1 April 2014 · Chapter 81: Thanksgiving Day
Whew, am finally approaching the end of this one! Exciting story, exciting enough that I read most of it on my phone while we were out of town and had virtually no internet access. (A laptop without internet access... imagine it...) Home now, and on the computer, and so I am able to cut and paste a quote. Woohoo. And so I ask this question, when Alex is giving his deposition. I thought his mentor had died fifteen years before? But he says in this chapter, "I am Artemus Gordon Meriwether, who is known also as Alex Grant. I am an intelligence officer for an agency with ties to Homeland Security and the CIA. I first met Ambrose Elwood fifteen years ago. He was my primary instructor and...." Sorry to nitpick, and please feel free to delete this review. I will try to leave a better one when I reach the end of the story.
Author's reply
Hi Lindelea. Glad you've been enjoying this story. In answer to your question, 15 years is about right. Alex is in his mid-thirties, 36 actually. He joined the Agency directly after college, and that was about 15 years before, and Amroth "died" sometime in that first year that he was with the Agency, so what he says is true. Hope this clears things up for you. Looking forward to your final review of the story.
Diana · 26 March 2014 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
whew!! Hi Fiondil. Finally finished part 2 today. Here on vacation with my kid at the coast, and this was a great way to enjoy the trip while my daughter plays with new friends. Thank you for a wonderful tale!!! The characters were believable and well within their personalities but were still able to grow and change. Your details were well drawn and you obviously researched them well. I can't get over your stuff. There are still some loose ends to make room for plenty of more EA, which I know you're already on 3. Do we find out who sent those pictures? Will Alex/Artemus be able to recover from the darkness of "The Game"? Will Glofindel and Daeron find love among the pretty ellyth? And what the hell is in that damn tarn?!!! Be sure to tune in next week for "As The World Burns"... If I sent you a poem would you be able to translate it into Sindarin? If so how would I get it to you? That's enough outta me. Take care, Diana
Author's reply
Hi Diana. Congratulations on getting to the end of this story. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Now you have to continue with "Christmas at Edhellond" which isn't quite a long as this one and then you'll be ready for EA3. Some of your questions will be answered along the way, others will remain a mystery for a time. Thanks for letting me know how much you've enjoyed this story. I appreciate you taking the time to do so very much.
Diana · 20 March 2014 · Chapter 58: Trial of the Three Amigos
Hi Fiondil, Slowly, ever so slowly, catching up. Enjoying the story very much! It would have been just the right slam if Alex or Derek could have said something like "Oh, I'm so relieved you are all safe! I know such mighty lords would probably be safe but we know that our world can be dangerous to anyone not familiar with it. Alex refused to leave the valley in vigil for your safety!" You get the idea, although it might not be in character. But could you imagine the SHAME? As it turned out I thought the punishment was pretty fair. BIG dishonor for a warrior to have their sword taken away (wonder what Freud would say) by daddy because they're too foolish to have earned them. I see Finrod is living up to his title! I'm happy that Glorfindel has his friend by his side again. The Vangelis song that is his theme is hopeful but lonely as well (it tore my heart when I read the words). It feels safer now that there are reinforcements in the neighborhood. I'm also glad for Vorondur's comments about Elven fallibilities. It would be hard to be a Human around those people no matter how polite they are. Thanks again for the wonderful tale! That's enough outta me! B. B. Diana
Author's reply
Hi Diana. It is a big dishonor in a feudal society such as the one the Elves live in for the "youngsters" to have their swords taken from that. Sort of like your dad lifting your license so you can't drive. The reunion between Glorfindel and Finrod has been long overdue; they really need each other and Vorondur is very wise about a lot of things, which is why he's a psychiatrist. *grin* I'm glad you are enjoying the tale. Thanks for reading and reviewing. It's much appreciated.
Diana · 14 March 2014 · Chapter 38: Casualties of the Storm
Beautiful chapter. My friend got a card from a friend of his after a bout of "justifiable" self- pity that said on the outside " Wallowing in self-pity is a bad thing...(and on the inside) but it's OK to stick your feet in and swish them around a little!" *grin* It sounds like they're all entitled to a little swish time about now. That's enough outta me. B.B.diana
Author's reply
Hi Diana. Love the self-pity sentiment. LOL! And you're right that they all deserve a little swish time right now, especially poor Glorfindel. He's going to be doing a lot of swishing soon. *grin* Thanks for commenting. I appreciate it.
Diana · 14 March 2014 · Chapter 37: Day Three
Hi Fiondil, Lots of good stuff in this chapter. All of it was very well written. Looking over the reviews I learn last year you had some medical problems, which I hope are better now. Looking back at your last response to my last comment and looking at what I wrote, I get the feeling I offended you. If I did I'm sorry. I'm only talking about my *own* experience. I still think you're a great writer! I'm enjoying this story a lot! Have you ever been published any where? Blessed Be Diana
Author's reply
Hi Diana. I'm better now, thanks. And no, I've never been book-published, if hat is what you are asking. That's too much work and what I do in writing these stories is for fun. I wasn't so much offended as just slightly annoyed. People tend to generalize from personal experience, but personal experience is necessarily narrow and limited and it's dangerous to make sweeping statements because they are inevitably false at least on one level. It's something I try hard not to do in my life if I can possibly help it (and sometimes, being human, I cannot). With my own background in linguistics and sociolinguistics I am perhaps somewhat more aware of language and language usage and am as careful as I can be to be conscious of how my characters will speak that is not false to them. Anyway, I'm glad you are still enjoying the story. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it.
Diana · 13 March 2014 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind
Hi Fiodil. The lord of Mandos with a baseball cap with skull and crossbones on it! Hilarious! I know I'm way behind in the story, but I hope one of these days when Namo shows up you have him wearing a Blue Oyster Cult t-shirt with "Don't Fear The Reaper" on it. Nate and Esther are a real hoot! Love and Blessed Be,Diana.
Author's reply
This is one of my favoritest chapters of all time. LOL! Coming up with a disguise for "Nate" was loads of fun, especially the baseball cap. I doubt, though, that the Lord of Mandos would ever deign to show up in a T-shirt of any stripe. He's too cool for that. LOL! And Esther is a real hoot as well. Thanks for reviewing, Diana. It's very much appreciated.
Diana · 12 March 2014 · Chapter 18: Conversation with a Loremaster
Okay, sorry to jump back in so soon,but I have a few criticism to make: Mate is not a word Americans use to mean friend very much,we would say bud, or bro or man instead. Also we don't say "you lot" or "that lot" much at all unless we watch too much Masterpiece Theater In rural Alaska the Native people are more intertraded into local community. The Elves would run into a lot more of them, and I bet they would learn all kinds of stories of what's in Winterdark Tarn. Okay, I've said my piece, I'll shut-up now Love, Diana
Author's reply
You are assuming that everyone everywhere in America uses the same idiomatic expressions and ways of greeting one another as you do, and a little thought will show that this is and cannot be true. America is too large a country and its people too diverse and from different backgrounds to be that homogenous. Derek uses the term "mate" because of his naval background where it is short for "shipmate" and while you may not say "you lot" that does not preclude the possibility that others do whether they watch Masterpiece Theatre or not. Also, Wiseman is not rural Alaska, though admittedly it is a small city in comparison to Fairbanks or Anchorage and most of this story is from Alex's POV and his personal encounters with people so he probably has little contact with native Alaskans, though he does have some, as when he is at Max Lightfoot's farm. Whether the Elves have asked the natives anything about Winterdark Tarn is not something that even I know about yet as the Elves keep some things to themselves and won't even tell me. *grin* Hopefully, though, we may someday learn what the natives believe about it.
Diana · 12 March 2014 · Chapter 18: Conversation with a Loremaster
Hi Fiondil, Oh I have so much to say about this chapter! As a witch I have more than a passing familiarity with warding and protection spells. I would love to be in Coven with Della and Misty. Yow Elven witches! Herb shop indeed! The idea of a living universe was only abandoned in western Europe after Descartes and the famous Dutch philosophical revolution of that time. While that mindset of a mechanical lifeless universe had it's benefits and helped humanity progress scientifically, most cultures around the world (esp the "primitive" ones) kept their core spirituality. It's thrilling to see science returning to examine those concepts. Personally I feel it can really help us change the dominant paradigm to a more loving one if we don't use it for religious wars. Remember folks, She loves EVERYONE! Not just the pretty ones. The Big Bang was the first orgasm! Starhawk tells a beautiful version of the Wiccan creation myth in her book "The Spiral Dance" if you're interested. I love all the creation myths in the Joesef Campbell sense. My favorite is the story of the Big Bang and subsequent evolution of current life. It's basic meaning that we are ALL related, and we all come from the same material as the Stars. I bet the Elves would like that. Imagine how we would be if our core mythology was based on that. Again, wonderful chapter! Well, that's enough outta me! Love,and Blessed Be! Diana
Author's reply
Hi Diana. This is one of my favorite chapters of this story because of the discussion between Daeron and Alex about how Dante saw the universe as opposed to how modern humans, at least in the west, see it, though, as you point out, we are beginning to see a paradigm shift in certain scientific circles. I was first introduced to the New Cosmology by Brian Swimme, especially through his "Universe Story" and "The Secret Heart of the Cosmos" and Joseph Campbell was a great mythologist and I've used him as well. I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter. Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate it.
Legolin · 7 January 2014 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
Hi Fiondil, I was sad to see the end of Part Deux. I have grown to love all these characters and the way you portray them. It was especially funny seeing the way the Valinorian Elves are adapting to modern day times. I cannot wait to dig into Christmas at Edhellond. ~Legolin
Author's reply
Hi Legolin. It's always sad when you get to the end of a good story, even for the author who has invested so much of his or her time and energy into it and the characters. I'm glad you enjoyed the story and the characters, especially the Valinórean Elves learning to adapt to modern Middle-Earth. Enjoy Christmas at Edhellond and then Elf Academy 3. Thanks for leaving a review. It's greatly appreciated.
Legolin · 1 January 2014 · Chapter 30: Aftermath
This plot just keeps getting better and better! ~Legolin
Author's reply
Hi Legolin. I'm glad you're enjoying this and you haven't even gotten to the best part yet. LOL! Happy reading!
Laikwalâsse · 24 August 2013 · Chapter 33: Storm Preparations
sorry for not reviewing for such a long time but RL is rough of late. I cannot even bring my own chapters straight. Nonetheless this chapter was again a welcome distraction even if this bad storm is coming and Glorfindel is right: it doesn´t matter if a storm or an army is hindering you to go out. And on top of all a baby arriving - how lovely. Any a new pair of twins for Glorfindel to drive him insane - more lovely. THank you. Lai
Author's reply
That's okay, Lai. I quite understand. Glad this chapter was a nice distraction from RL. Yes, twins are on the way. So maybe this will inspire a small population explosion among the Elves in Wiseman when Elrohir and Serindë get married and perhaps other couples decide to have elflings. We'll have to see. Thanks for reviewing. It's appreciated.
Twoflower2 · 27 June 2013 · Chapter 86: Epilogue
Thank you for writing this exceptional story. I remember thinking, just before starting on it, how good you are at gentle tales without an obvious antagonist. Little did I know :) Loved this Tolkien-meets-Le Carre thriller! As a fan of magical fantasy and mystery genres, I am in awe of your creative imagination. Was especially entranced by the chapters starting from the enchanted pumpkins and on: the splendour of Finrod's arrival, Vingilot caught by military radars, the coming-of-age of the three amigos, the elven court - the story is poetic, dramatic and hilarious in turns. My favourite bit is poetic: the depiction of the unearthly beauty of Vingilot. Just curious: will Findalaure be Finglor in Sindarin? His tribulations at the college cafeteria had me in stitches. So you are depicting the second return of the Eldar to the Middle-Earth, this time with the Valars' blessing. Some of these personalities are certainly too restless for the eternity in Aman. I look forward to reading about their hither-shores adventures in the next installments.
Author's reply
Hi Twoflower2. I'm glad you enjoyed this story. It was a lot of fun to write. The whole scene with Vingilot is also one of my favorites in the story. And you are correct that Findalaurë would most likely be rendered as Finglor in Sindarin. I hope you like the next installment, "Christmas at Edhellond" (already posted)and I am in the midst of writing Elf Academy 3 even now, so you have something to look forward to. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. I appreciate it very much.
Laikwalâsse · 17 June 2013 · Chapter 32: Snowed-In
cute mortals? The Valar have their own sense of humor after all. Even if the stomach flu seemes quite natural the bad weather is at least aiding the elves and holding eager agents at bay. Alex is made of hard stuff, he will get through this also. Liked the ´magic transport´of Derek. Sorry for not reviewing earlier but maybe you have heard of the flood in Germany. The waters are now gone but what it left is not so funny. At least my PC is again dry...Lai
Author's reply
Hi Lai. Yes, I heard all about the flooding. I'm glad to hear you're finally drying out. ALex is a survivor, if nothing else, but even he has his limits. He was very lucky Glorfindel and Elrohir were close enough to hear him pounding on the door of the Academy. Glad you liked the 'magic transport' of Derek. Fionwë obviously had fun with that. Thanks for reviewing. I appreciate it you doing so.
Laikwalâsse · 19 May 2013 · Chapter 31: The Beginning of Woes
what a surprise,the campus is coming down with the flu so short after the trouble with the agents. I do not know how someone can spread the visrus intentionally but this is surely no coincidence. THey want to divide the elves attention. Maybe they do not know that elves can´t get sick? Anyway hope this will go away soon. Having the stomach flu is no fun. Lai
Author's reply
Not everything that happens in this story is directly related to the agents, Lai. Life goes on around you whatever else is happening and at this point in time, the college has been struck down with the Norovirus and it will last as long as it will last, like all such things. We will see how it affects the college and particularly Elf Academy along with the blizzard and all. Thanks for reviewing. I appreciate it.
Laikwalâsse · 10 May 2013 · Chapter 30: Aftermath
trust the elves to come up with a working plan. Hopefully Farell will take the bait but I doubt that the agency will not send more agents. One sentence disturbed me. Glorfindel wants not to risk Amroth´s life. What about his life, is it less worth? One day they will blow up the elves´ dwelling and that was it; I hope the elves consider this and the Valar are vigilant. Thrilling chapter. Thank you. Lai
Author's reply
Hi Lai. I think Glorfindel is concerned that with Nimrodel pregnant, Amroth should not be risking his life, since Nimrodel needs him to help support her and the children in the manner in which Elves do when the elleth is expecting. And, as a warrior, Glorfindel consiers himself expendable if it means saving the lives of others. I'm glad you found this to be a thrilling chapter. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. I appreciate it.
Laikwalâsse · 9 May 2013 · Chapter 29: Gambit
Alex has started a plan and the elves will finish it? Oh, that would leave a bad taste in my mouth but Alex should have involved them from the beginning. He had brought the elves in a dangerous situation. I´m curious what Glorfindel comes up with and who has knocked Alex out - friend or foe. Agents are no orcs but they are just as dangerous and a gun is much more worse then an arrow or a sword. Hope this will turn out well but surely the Valar are watching too? Lai
Author's reply
Well, we'll see in the next chapter how Alex has fared and what happened to the other agents, Lai. The Elves have everything under control. *grin* Thanks for reading and reviewing.
Laikwalâsse · 20 April 2013 · Chapter 28: Confrontation
I can whole-heartedly agree with Alex´s anger. This meeting with Namo was too much and the time high for some straight answers. If the elves want him to join them then they have to be honest. He´s only a mortal but they should not deal with him from above. The Valar have not brought him in for no reason and they should quickly act against the other agents. A well placed bomb is a threat for the elves also - I´m not sure if the Valar would prevent it in time, even if I hope so. They have ignited this whole mess, after all. Very interesting chapter. Poor Alex he had just learned about the top of the ice berg. Lai
Author's reply
Hi Lai. Yes, it was too much, the meeting with Námo on top of everything else, so it's not a wonder that he's exploded, it's just a wonder that he didn't do it sooner. And, of course, what he has learned is, as you say, just the tip of the iceberg. We'll see what plans he comes up with for dealing with Farrell shortly and how he involves the Elves in his scheme. Thanks for reveiwing. I appreciate it.
Laikwalâsse · 7 April 2013 · Chapter 27: Café Encounters of the Strange Kind
yes, now on to get some real answers. LOL! But will Alex master all these news so quickly? I liked how he spoke with the other agent. He made his point clear but it´s also clear that the other has to be taken out before he rally hurts anyone even if I doubt that he could hurt an elf, or? They hopefully can look after themselves, or so I hope but they are not immune against a gun or anything worse. The introduction of Namo and Este was quite funny now is only Manwe left. Loved this chapter very much. Thank you. Lai
Author's reply
Hi Lai. We'll see how well Alex handles what the Elves have to tell him. Clearly Farrell needs to be dealt with and we will see how that is handled as well. And Nate and Esther are always fun. I'm glad you enjoyed the chapter. Thanks for reviewing.