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Title: Downfall
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-10 22:41:41 Score: 3
Pride goeth—what a tragedy, and in just two hundred words. It seems evident
that not all of the Faithful left in Númenor could have been crammed aboard
those nine ships. But although these two have, sadly, missed the boats, they
still hold onto hope, and remain faithful—to each other, and the hope that
death is not an end.

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Returned · Author: Leaward
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-10 22:42:23 Score: 1
Good use of a young character to describe a custom that otherwise would go
largely unspoken among the Dúnedain of Arnor.

Title: Idle Leaves
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-10 22:43:53 Score: 5
I think the last three are my favorites from this lot. The bit about Aragorn
pretending not to notice his opponent is letting him win the game says
there's a lot going on more interesting than the chess itself; followed hard
by that sad little wondering about his mother, whose life is growing thin,
these two pieces stretch his homelife between, I would guess, the two women
in his life, between hope and exhaustion. And then the little note
explicitly to his father, assuring him that the North is safe completes that
little family tableau.

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Ask Too Much · Author: LKK
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> · 2005-08-10 23:53:57 Score: 4

"You beg that I not worry. I cannot. For I am your king and your father."

I think this is my favourite line of this drabble, if only because it
includes the political as well as the personal side of their relationships.
Legolas was carrying Thranduil's messages so he was acting in the capacity
of a liege, and so it was quite daring for Legolas to come on the Quest at
all. This was well done.

Title: Yule in
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> · 2005-08-11 00:11:27 Score: 2

I liked this. You did a good job at showing the connections between and
sympathy for the Big People members of the Fellowship (Gandalf, Aragorn,
Legolas, Gimli, and Boromir), and the hobbits.

Title: Wise
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> · Books/Time: The Lord of The Rings: Drabble · ID: 552

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> · 2005-08-11 00:24:58 Score: 8

In the beginning this reads like any number of idyllic scenes from the
Fourth Age. But half way through one realises that it isn't a future that
has already been realised, but Faramir's deluded fantasy of what would
happen if he were to take the Ring makes the drabble all the more powerful.
I particularly liked the last line, "Would he save what he held most dear if
nothing would grow fair or bear fruit or flower again without the Enemy's
taint?" I'm not sure if you meant it, but this seemed like a neat play on
Gandalf's line in "Minas Tirith": "And for my part, I shall not wholly fail
of my task, though Gondor should perish, if anything passes through this
night that can still grow fair or bear fruit and flower again in days to
come."

Oh, and kudos for realising that yes Faramir was tempted by the Ring, yes he
had a real danger of not passing the test, but yes he realised in time the
ring's deception. If only Peter Jackson's scriptwriters had been wise enough
to realise that little fact. ;-)

Title: Written
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Reviewer: Marta
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> · 2005-08-11 00:44:38 Score: 4

I like to write stories that take objects and use them to explore deeper
themes. This piece, which looked at the deeper themes behind those objects
instead of just using objects as a tool, was a real treat. Add that to the
fact that this story takes two of my favourite characters and writes them in
a way that I found both refreshing and true to canon... this was a really
nice read.

Title: Under
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 387

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 01:58:02 Score: 3

I found it very appropriate that even under seige herself, Arwen's thoughts
would turn to Aragorn. It reminds me of how the thoughts of Gandalf and
Aragorn kept turning to Frodo and Sam, who were even nearer the Enemy than
they were. It's a selfless quality in all of them, and I like that it's
shared.

Title: The
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 303

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 01:58:51 Score: 3

I like the sense of reluctant acceptance in this drabble. It's certainly not
a happy drabble, but it wasn't overflowing with grief, either. It had the
feel of the inevitable, and Elrond of all people should probably know how to
confront that. His response to Celebrian's departure felt very graceful and
very wise, and I like that idea. Good job.

Title: End of
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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 01:59:20 Score: 3

Galadriel and Arwen both know what's coming in the future, and I like the
way that even in the midst of joy, neither one can truly forget what Arwen's
choices mean. Galadriel sees it in herself and also in Arwen, and I think it
might be a curse of the elves, to never truly move away from sorrow.
Sobering little piece.

Title: To Let
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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 01:59:44 Score: 3

The elves probably got used to accepting a lot of the things they couldn't
change, so it doesn't surprise me that Celeborn accepts that Galadriel must
depart. And it's probably something he's expected, too. I like the way he
expresses it here, and I like his perspective on Galadriel. She seems
adrift, which I think is very fitting.

Title: Family
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=1887&cid=8124> Resemblance
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 361

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:00:41 Score: 3

I'm becoming more and more attached to the notion of Arwen as a healer.
Elrohir and Elladan are certainly more attuned to the sword than to healing
arts, which leaves Arwen to follow her father's footsteps. And I really like
the idea, particularly as it's presented here with Elrond noting they've
created two healers for two hunters. Nicely done.

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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 946

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:03:15 Score: 4

Now here's a fascinating concept! I like the idea that Glorfindel was
despairing even as he approached Aragorn. This also provided an interesting
contrast to the bells and hoofbeats that were heard by the hobbits when
Glorfindel came up the road. They found them lighter than what is depicted
here, and it's a great demonstration of just how different things are for an
elf than for four lost hobbits. Brilliant play on perspectives. I liked it
very much.

Title: Faithful
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=3484&cid=13242> companion
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 1348

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:04:47 Score: 4

This is the kind of drabble that hits hard. It's poised on the edge of
tragic events, but it stops just before they take place. The tone is ominous
and foreboding, but not to the point of suspecting just how wrong things are
about to go. And that stings, because as readers, we know just how
disastrous this venture will prove for Beleg. Loved the words about friendly
hands guarding something and keeping it safe. The irony was subtle but
definitely appreciated. Great drabble.

Title: Overheard
<http://www.storiesofarda.com/chapterview.asp?sid=1887&cid=9085> at a
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 383

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:06:16 Score: 4

I like the idea that Elrond and Celebrian would choose contrast as a theme
of sorts for their wedding. And for that contrast, they chose colors and
shades that would compliment the other, essentially blending the contrast.
That's a fascinating concept, especially given their respective backgrounds,
and I enjoyed the comments that circulated because of it.

Title: Details
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 534

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:08:21 Score: 3

I like this take on how the Elessar came back to Galadriel so she could give
it to Aragorn. And I feel it very appropriate that Elrond's daughter would
be concerned enough with the details of a prophecy that she refused to hand
it on herself. She would feel that part belonged to Galadriel. Interesting
concept.

Title: Refuge
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> · Races/Places: Elves: Drabble · ID: 1375

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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:09:19 Score: 5

I like the way this drabble plays with different tones. At first, there is a
hint of desperation as Elrond describes the way that their flight is always
hindered by valleys and deep cuttings. But by the end of these hundred
words, the desperation is replaced by a kind of quiet weariness. I loved the
counterpoint of trees and nightingales, especially given Elrond's heritage
on his mother's side. And the appearance of what might be his father's star
suggests that this refuge is indeed a good place for a warrior to rest.
Great writing.

Title: The
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the Easy Part · Author: Gwynnyd
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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:13:30 Score: 5

There was some truly amazing imagery in this drabble. I think that my
favorite phrase was "to confound Shadow with its own shades." I love the
intricate dance that Arwen performs in her weaving, and I love the way she
likens it to what Aragorn is doing. It becomes a symbol for not just their
struggle against the Enemy but also for their life and their struggle to be
together. They go about it in different ways, but ultimately, their tasks
are very much the same. I really like that idea, as it lends symmetry to the
tale of their love. Beautifully written.

Title: Optics
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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:17:58 Score: 6

The ending of this drabble was wonderful, both for its phrasing and its play
on words. Passed, not past. There's a big difference in there, and it feels
as though Arwen realizes this, especially when she goes back to memories of
Celebrian's lessons for help in singing Celebrian's song. The lessons
themselves are also very fitting. The song will be different depending upon
the singer, and knowing this, who better to sing than Celebrian's daughter?
I love the idea of this being a tribute, and I love the song that comes out
and its metaphors of silver, leaves, and flame. There are echoes for all the
varied parts of Celebrian's ancestry in that, and the notion that these
echoes form an image is brilliant. Thank you so much for this amazing
tribute to both Celebrian and to Arwen.

Title: Three for the
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> Tiger · 2005-08-11 02:22:36 Score: 5

I love Celeborn's wisdom in this drabble. He must have had reservations when
Galadriel took Nenya, for he saw with his own eyes what the workmanship of
the Noldor could do and what it could stir in the hearts of those who
desired it. The trees he's seen might not be as glorious, but it's a less
perilous beauty than what Galadriel is coveting. I love that Celeborn
decides to stand beside her no matter the decision, but I love that he
recognizes the danger and tries to warn her. He's not called the Wise for
nothing.

Title: Wreath of Steel
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> · 2005-08-11 09:07:33 Score: 10

In the afternote you ask "Did the water's change signify Galadriel's
continued taint, or was the blood washed away at last?" It's interesting
that you ask that question, because I think it could go either way.
Personally I want to believe that the taint was washed away. And I think
canon suggests this answer (unless you want to posit some gargantuan
sacrifice between this point and the end of the Third Age, when she is
allowed to sail West). But I think in this case the interesting point is not
the answer but the question, if you know what I mean. Once I sat down and
thought about it, I realised that I couldn't easily dismiss eithehr option.

You say in your note before the story that Galadriel isn't your normal type
of character, and she isn't my normal character to read. I suppose in that
sense we're an interesting pair. ;-) Because I had a difinite thrill reading
this, comparable (I think) to what you must have felt writing it. I enjoyed
it so much because she was new to me -- and because you brought such a nice
original interpretation to this. My only qualm is that in the Celeborn and
Galadriel essay in UT, Tolkien suggests that Galadriel fought *against* the
Feanorians in defence of her mother's kin. I'm not sure if you would
consider rewriting this with that fact in mind. Because Galadriel still is a
kinslayer if she kills any of her family fighting for Feanor. It could be
very interesting and might be worth considering -- but even without that,
this was really a very good read.

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> · 2005-08-11 16:45:32 Score: 10

First things first, I should say how utterly, completely glad I was that you
did not have Eowyn try to marry the women off against their will. We don't
know what led these women to take up prostitution, of course, but I fan't
see it being a particularly honourable profession even among them, and I
don't think there would have been much choice in the matter: they possibly
didn't have any other choice. I hate to think that they would be forced to
give up all choice in their own lives because they weren't wealthy. (And I
will stop here before I stray too far down the road of politics for this
forum.)

Your original characters were lovely. Elleth was very earthly (though I did
wonder at that name for someone from the north), and I loved the mercantile
spirit you infused in your horse-seller. Of course Faramir would let Eowyn
see over that matter. It reminded me of Gandalf's statement that if you have
a ranger as your guide you should listen to him.

I think my favourite part about this, though, was that neither Faramir nor
Eowyn was perfect. Eowyn especially, she really did expect Faramir to read
mindss here. She was delightfully hormonal, but you didn't make her out to
be impossible. And Faramir, too, was irritated just enough to keep him from
becoming a Sue. And the ending... mmm, just enough hints of a truly romantic
scene to make it perfect. This was a very nice little story.

Title: Walk No More
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-11 21:39:58 Score: 3
An amusing first meeting of soon-to-be brothers-in-law, and it's good to see
Faramir in tyrannical mode, the terror of his father's erstwhile chamberlain
and insisting on things being done *his* way in no uncertain terms. Éomer
(to say nothing of Éowyn) will be good for him if this is what they inspire.
And I did like the comparison of Éomer and Boromir.

Title: And These
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-11 21:41:52 Score: 6
Miriel's tale is certainly the nightmare measure of any woman's fears—to be
shackled to her rapist, and forced at the same time to maintain every
appearance of normalcy while anything that makes life worthwhile is leeched
away. Miriel's futile efforts, her inability to be the heroine, don't
perhaps sit well with us, but certainly strike a true chord. I'm not quite
sure what to think of the quasi-seduction of Isildur, at least when
considered w.r.t. him, but I can certainly see Miriel, desperate as she is,
lonely as she is, seeking what she can from anyone who would give her
kindness and mourning its loss, even if that means she'd willingly displace
another woman.

Title: Gríma's
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Giftgiving · Author: Alawa
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Reviewer: Dwimordene
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· 2005-08-11 21:42:17 Score: 3
I think the highest praise I can say of this is that it inspired a definite
wince and a moment of squick to think of exactly what Gríma's gift-giving
is. Twenty-five words, coated with wormy slime--that's this haiku set! And
that's a compliment, even.


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