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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Thu Sep 17, 2009 4:10 pm
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Ch. 21-22. Bah! Of course, everyone (almost everyone) would smell! And have some weird habits as far as hygiene goes.
As for perceiving elves, I think you have described a few very interesting observations, beliefs that come from ignorance and fear. Just like in any other society, the people of Gondor (and Rohan as we could see) might base their opinions on their limited knowledge and some folk tales, which, let us say, can be very far from truth. Poor Legolas... No wonder he felt bad being consider a royal weirdo, lol.
Lomion... Indeed, a meaningful name.
Looking forward to the next part. Thanks! |
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| Author's replied on Sat Sep 19, 2009 5:15 pm |
Thanks again for reviewing - I have to say that I really enjoyed trying to see a formal court dinner and the members of the court through the eyes of Rumil, to whom it was all quite alien. Almost as alien to Tindómë of course! The locals and the Rohirrim having odd ideas about elves - who they had really thought of more as myth than real for hundreds of years - seemed reasonable to me - and interesting to think what they may believe.
And then it occurred to me that Orophin, and indeed Rumil, would have played his part in the legends of grey shadow spirits and so on...
Lomion is, indeed, an unfortunate name... |
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Maria
Joined: 24 May 2005 Reviews: 161
Location: GREEN BAY,(PACKERS) WIS.
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Thu Sep 24, 2009 3:26 pm
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| Now this is what I call *Really Good!* I really don't and very rarely do read crossovers. But I have to say you have my attention completely. I love how you incorporated Buffy's sister into this, being involved with the lorien brothers. And the sensitiveness of the *Healing Touch* the tree gave each other. That was beautiful! I did not even stop to review until now! Started a few days ago and have just finished chp 22. Can't wait for the next update |
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| Author's replied on Fri Sep 25, 2009 3:46 pm |
Thank you so much for the review - it is much appreciated and I am so glad that the 'Healing Touch' scenes worked for you.
I am just about to post chapter 23. |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Sat Sep 26, 2009 1:06 pm
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I feel sorry for Arwen, I really do. The poor gal is closed behind the solid walls and doors, and behind the strange habits that try to keep her tied to the "throne", whatever that implies, while at the same time someone is plotting against the new king. This must be a very unsettling thought to ponder. But what friends are for? (Actually, I had a very unexpected idea of a the Scooby gang joining in the fun!).
Most intriguing!
(And since this is my 900th review here at OSA, let me cheer for that too!) |
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| Author's replied on Sat Sep 26, 2009 5:38 pm |
Hurrah for your 900th review! And I am honoured that it is for my story!
I, too, feel sorry for Arwen - even though she has this reputation for sitting serenely doing her sewing I think she can't really be that placid, with the heritage she has! |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Wed Oct 07, 2009 3:29 pm
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o_O!
The plot thickens! The so-called lord, errrmm Lomion, put his machinations into practice, hmmmm?
But he kind of proved he wasn't overly clever -- he thought no one was watching him, okay, but did he really think that Eowyn, who had once loved Aragorn, would bring the king of Gondor any harm? (I can sort of understand why he thought so, but still... Going to bet he was sure he was so bloody clever ).
Great job! I'm looking forward to reading the next part Thanks for the update. |
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| Author's replied on Wed Oct 07, 2009 4:17 pm |
| Thank you. Éowyn has been trying to drop hints to lure him into giving himself away to her - and he is clearly not a terribly good judge of women - he may well believe that her 'previous history' with Aragorn, if he knows it, makes her a more-likely ally than a less-likely one. Men don't always think like women...! |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Fri Oct 16, 2009 3:14 pm
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M'kay, you've got me recover from a heart attack here 
Jokes aside, this is an action-packed chapter. (But I so didn't see that -- ebol -- cliff hanger comin'! LOL!). I guess it was you aim, wasn't it. You lulled the readers into a slumber, a fairly calm one. The investigation was undergoing; the nurse had her say, and so on, and then BANG!!!
Loved the beginning of the chapter in particular -- being fond of drawing too, I immediately thought that you were doing an awesome job with picking up an artist's PoV, like you did with Rumil's. Yes, he might have had such reflections, I mused, before you stated that. Splendidly done!
Now, where's the next part...?
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| Author's replied on Fri Oct 16, 2009 4:07 pm |
I am rather pleased to have lulled you into a sense of false security before hitting you at the end - wicked writer that I am...
The next chapter might be a day or too longer than usual, as I am going to be away from home for a few days, but it is already over 1,500 words long - so it is on its way! |
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msstkatt
Joined: 15 Mar 2007 Reviews: 5
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Sat Oct 17, 2009 8:18 pm
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| Wow! What a cliffie... please don't keep us in suspense for long! This is one of the best fics I've ever read. |
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| Author's replied on Sun Oct 18, 2009 7:47 am |
| Thank you so much for reviewing, and for the lovely compliment. The next chapter is now about 2,000 words long - but due to me having to go away for a few days, and my beta being on night shift, it will probably be about another week or so before it is postable. |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Thu Oct 29, 2009 7:36 am
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You're really fond of cliff hangers, aren't you? 
Now, the rescue squad's undertaking a mission. And what a squad it is! I'm sure Tindome can do much -- as she said, she was trained by the elves and so on, but I'm going to cheer for the Els and Co. They can so kick a**** too I really wish I could've seen it with my own eyes.
Excellent stuff, as always! |
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| Author's replied on Thu Oct 29, 2009 1:32 pm |
| It just seemed the right place to leave it - knowing she was conscious and thinking! We go back to 'the cavalry' at the beginning of the next chapter. |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Fri Nov 06, 2009 7:38 am
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So, now we find out the reason behind the abduction of Tindome. Good that she's a smart lass and can learn as many things as possible from the talk with the ... erm, Lomion that is, to his future disadvantage, I guess. He doesn't really have a clue whom he kidnapped 
Loved Eowyn's musings about the elves and their bearing in a tough time. I'm sure they could look pretty intimidating, scary and fierce when needed, but she doesn't have to be afraid. I think it's that kind of perception: uh, how come they could be warriors since they're just pretty boys, and vice versa. She may not look like a slayer of the Witch King all day long. Anyway, I'm kind of rambling I'll shut up now.
Looking forward to seeing what exactly Rumil is planning to do with the man... Ok, did I really say that? Waiting for more. Great stuff! |
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| Author's replied on Fri Nov 06, 2009 8:28 am |
| Well - I think we know what Rumil plans to do to the man... and why Legolas kept him to the back of the elves who appeared through the portal in Return of The Key; it was not just to be with Haldirin! He might have been very inclined to loose an arrow first and ask questions afterwards... |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Mon Nov 16, 2009 2:30 pm
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Thank Eru for the gift of mind-speech! Easier and cheaper than cell phones, and not to mention that a whole lot safer 
I can understand why Rumil argued with Legolas, but hey he wouldn't have let Lomion live much longer than a mere blink of an eye. The trial would've been unnecessary, no? Now, that Tindome knows they're close and Eowyn had her chance to admire nekkid elves (I would love to be in her place for this one moment ), what kind of surprise you hide in your sleeve? 
Good stuff! Thanks for updating. |
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| Author's replied on Mon Nov 16, 2009 3:25 pm |
I try hard to limit the mind-speech so that it doesn't make it all TOO easy.
It struck me that, if they were to swim out, the elves would automatically strip - clothing would weigh them down, and offer very little protection aboard... but the men would not have thought quite the same way!
And yes - the temptation to take his sword to the man would have been great, had Rumil been on board the ship! Also, Legolas is right, he is one of the best bowmen over the distance - Galanthir will use a Mirkwood bow which doesn't have the same range. But it will have taken all his warrior training to accept that order. |
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RobinKa

Joined: 29 Mar 2005 Reviews: 1118
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Tue Nov 24, 2009 3:51 pm
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*nasty grin* The so-called lord Lomion should have seen that coming.
Though, well, the plan didn't go precisely as Legolas had thought, and now I wonder what Aragorn would do about it, it's simply good to see Tindome back where she belongs -- with the elves.
Giggled at the visual of the Els -- indeed, they must have looked kind of unusual to a human's eyes 
Great chapter! I'm looking forward to reading more Thank you! |
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| Author's replied on Tue Nov 24, 2009 5:03 pm |
| Thank you. The effect of killing the man they had intended to take prisoner will have to be considered - at least when they get back to Minas Tirith. But, in the meantime, there will be a reunion or two... |
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