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Random thought and Happy New Year <nerdanel50> [12/31 @ 23:23] (5/6)

I guess it is part of the whole <nerdanel50> [1/1 @ 13:35] (0/0)
I'm not sure, but I think <NZ Strider> [1/1 @ 11:03] (0/0)
Same to you; and: yes and no <Altaira> [1/1 @ 10:55] (0/0)
To you as well and <summertime> [1/1 @ 8:46] (1/1)

I must remember to warn people of that <Curious> [1/1 @ 11:00] (0/0)

Quite right! And not just in the prologue. <Curious> [1/1 @ 7:29] (0/0)

Purchasing LOTR Books... <SIye > [12/31 @ 22:21] (4/8)

Depends on a couple things <Entmaiden> [1/1 @ 18:14] (0/0)
Thanks for the info but... <SIye > [1/1 @ 14:27] (1/2)

Not that I know of, but... <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/2 @ 15:17] (1/1)

Thanks for the info! (No Text) <SIye > [1/2 @ 17:15] (0/0)

My experience <Eglarest> [1/1 @ 8:10] (1/2)

I have several editions and... <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/1 @ 10:55] (1/1)

Bookses <Eglarest> [1/1 @ 11:08] (0/0)

Old vs. the new <Mar> [12/31 @ 23:58] (0/0)

Does anyone doubt NZ Strider <Merryk> [12/31 @ 21:11] (6/10)

Amen to your last point... <Golfimbul> [1/1 @ 16:34] (0/0)
He's my hero, makes things make sense.. A TORNational treasure (No Text) <Eglarest> [1/1 @ 11:09] (0/0)
Oh dear... Thanks. (I think...) (No Text) <NZ Strider> [1/1 @ 11:02] (1/2)

I'm so relieved... <Merryk> [1/1 @ 12:23] (1/1)

Not a problem! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [1/1 @ 13:28] (0/0)

LOL! No doubts here! <Altaira> [1/1 @ 10:59] (0/0)
When you say "people with great power" <nerdanel50> [1/1 @ 1:00] (0/0)
I thought everybody knew that. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/31 @ 23:59] (1/2)

About Sam's motives, I mean. (No Text) <Reverend> [1/1 @ 19:13] (1/1)

And for a moment, <Merryk> [1/1 @ 21:56] (0/0)

Grey Havens <Frodo Gamgee> [12/31 @ 18:38] (1/2)

The Grey Havens... <Silverlode> [12/31 @ 18:45] (1/1)

We call them 'grey' because <PhantomS> [1/3 @ 0:38] (0/0)

Galadriel and the one ring? <Lorien-lover> [12/31 @ 16:52] (3/3)

The One Ring not only <Curious> [1/1 @ 8:05] (0/0)
A Quote... <Dun> [12/31 @ 18:52] (0/0)
I think... <Watson> [12/31 @ 17:42] (0/0)

The relationship between Gandalf and Aragorn <Clackers> [12/31 @ 16:44] (3/3)

Thank you, both. (No Text) <Clackers> [1/1 @ 1:12] (0/0)
gandalf and aragorn <mykidsafan> [12/31 @ 17:46] (0/0)
There isn't a lot... <Watson> [12/31 @ 17:36] (0/0)

How is it that the ring knows to turn Frodo's clothing invisible too? <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/31 @ 13:51] (7/14)

Magic. Still. (No Text) <Pukel-man> [1/2 @ 0:40] (0/0)
Interestingly... <Glaurung the Magnificent> [1/1 @ 17:34] (0/0)
Just to add to the confusion... <Morwen> [1/1 @ 11:57] (0/0)
A cognitive thing <Acathalion> [12/31 @ 17:01] (2/4)

I agree. Tolkien once said <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:27] (0/0)
in early versions... <arrowroot son of arrowshirt> [12/31 @ 20:50] (1/2)

Gandalf and Galadriel's rings <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:25] (1/1)

The one ring does not confer invisibility if its wielder is powerful enough to control it, Sauron wasn't invisible. (No Text) <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [1/1 @ 11:05] (0/0)

Note that the Nazgul are dressed... <Reverend> [12/31 @ 15:42] (0/0)
If I remember The Hobbit correctly... <frodolover24 > [12/31 @ 15:18] (2/2)

The Choices of Master Samwise <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [1/1 @ 9:14] (0/0)
I believe that it's the glow... <Reverend> [12/31 @ 15:43] (0/0)

I don't think that there's <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 14:04] (1/1)

You're probably right... <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/31 @ 14:54] (0/0)

I have a question that I hope someone can answer <Aredhele> [12/31 @ 13:28] (1/2)

In the tale "The History of Eriol and Ælfwine" in <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 14:03] (1/1)

Thank you <Aredhele> [1/2 @ 10:45] (0/0)

The rest of Bilbo's Gil-Galad poem <Elfstarbrow> [12/31 @ 12:47] (1/1)

Alas -- Tolkien wrote no more of it. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 13:04] (0/0)

Question about Elrond's Wife <ash nazg01> [12/31 @ 12:31] (1/2)

She was tortured by orcs. <Morwen> [12/31 @ 12:54] (1/1)

Although, ironically, <Curious> [1/1 @ 7:50] (0/0)

Where oh where did Erkenbrand go? <sevil99odorf> [12/31 @ 11:39] (1/4)

He was at the Fords.. <Silverlode> [12/31 @ 17:39] (1/3)

Why no mention of him in Unfinished Tales? <sevil99odorf> [1/1 @ 11:05] (1/2)

This solution does no credit to Tolkien, but here goes: <NZ Strider> [1/1 @ 11:47] (1/1)

Makes sense <sevil99odorf> [1/1 @ 13:30] (0/0)

What's so great about Glorfindel? <eunwhan> [12/31 @ 11:19] (5/11)

actually <Glaurung the Magnificent> [1/1 @ 17:43] (1/1)

Same guy. <Reverend> [1/1 @ 18:23] (0/0)

For one thing, he's a prophet. <Reverend> [12/31 @ 23:55] (0/0)
Um, I'm pretty sure that he <tygrestick> [12/31 @ 16:08] (1/5)

confused... <Mirimon> [12/31 @ 16:26] (1/4)

Well, I found it out <tygrestick> [12/31 @ 17:58] (1/3)

No, <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:16] (2/2)

This is also found in... <Lochlann> [1/2 @ 7:32] (0/0)
Thanks! (No Text) <Mirimon> [1/1 @ 3:31] (0/0)

He led the elves of Rivendell at the battle of Fornost. (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/31 @ 14:15] (0/0)
The question behind your question, <Curious> [12/31 @ 11:37] (0/0)

New Tolkien Material Found <Groovicles> [12/31 @ 8:53] (2/2)

scroll down a bit... <eurotrash> [12/31 @ 11:08] (0/0)
I sincerely hope it is true <Narfiniel> [12/31 @ 10:03] (0/0)

radagast <timmah??> [12/31 @ 7:26] (3/7)

No <Watson> [12/31 @ 7:39] (0/0)
No. <Reverend> [12/31 @ 7:37] (2/4)

too bad <summertime> [12/31 @ 14:48] (1/2)

The Pyramids.... <Reverend> [12/31 @ 20:03] (1/1)

More like <Curious> [1/1 @ 1:04] (0/0)

Thank you <Narfiniel> [12/31 @ 10:10] (0/0)

Well, he's an Istari <fak> [12/31 @ 7:35] (0/0)

istari <timmah??> [12/31 @ 7:25] (3/7)

The three elven rings <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:56] (0/0)
Because... <Watson> [12/31 @ 7:36] (1/4)

Help-Where do you read about this? (No Text) <throckmorton> [12/31 @ 8:13] (2/3)

UT, The Silmarillion... <Watson> [12/31 @ 9:07] (0/0)
Unfinished Tales has a chapter called "The Istari" tells most of it. (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/31 @ 8:29] (1/1)

Yes, there is a bit in the ROTK appendices as well. (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/31 @ 8:44] (0/0)

He got given one <fak> [12/31 @ 7:34] (0/0)

Elven Suicides <Don't tell the elf> [12/31 @ 4:10] (6/11)

Elves who have commited suicide include... <PhantomS> [1/1 @ 22:47] (1/1)

Good point! <Curious> [1/2 @ 5:28] (0/0)

Miriel, Feanor's mother, came closest <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:06] (0/0)
Killing themselves wouldn't do much good <tygrestick> [12/31 @ 16:11] (0/0)
Elves are immortal, so you could say <fak> [12/31 @ 7:31] (0/0)
intersting question.... <Ainagil> [12/31 @ 6:55] (0/0)
Even death is not final!! <Lúthien Míriel> [12/31 @ 4:42] (2/4)

Well how about that <Don't tell the elf> [12/31 @ 17:58] (0/0)
Reincarnation <Dun> [12/31 @ 11:45] (2/2)

The desire was not there. <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:11] (0/0)
I don't know for sure, but I *think* that <tygrestick> [12/31 @ 16:13] (0/0)

For anyone who always wanted to know.. <Lúthien Míriel> [12/31 @ 3:31] (0/0)

JRRT's vision of Beleg <Bronweg> [12/31 @ 0:52] (4/9)

thanks 2 u both (No Text) <Bronweg> [12/31 @ 15:30] (0/0)
Here you go. <Curious> [12/31 @ 9:24] (0/0)
Sorry; don't have a link, but it's <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 8:54] (1/5)

Very post-LotR. <Curious> [12/31 @ 23:48] (1/4)

Yet another <Curious> [12/31 @ 23:51] (1/3)

Not real evidence, but maybe relevant: <Kimi> [1/1 @ 0:32] (1/2)

Good point! <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:46] (1/1)

Asian and native american women <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [1/1 @ 21:46] (0/0)

I don't know of a link, but in the book, "Pictures by JRRT" there is a pic w/ a very small beleg in it.. he has black hair and no beard :) (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/31 @ 6:52] (0/0)

Gollum's Mind (Story Spoiler) <The Irish Kern> [12/31 @ 0:40] (4/5)

I dont think Gollum was very complex <Tunúviel> [1/1 @ 19:52] (0/0)
Gollum dug his own grave, but <Curious> [12/31 @ 11:02] (0/0)
A little of all the above... <Kelly of Water's Edge> [12/31 @ 10:21] (0/0)
Gollums character is very complex... <Ainagil> [12/31 @ 7:04] (1/1)

Gollum <Maire> [12/31 @ 9:39] (0/0)

question on the Numenor..... <Goldilocks Took> [12/30 @ 22:31] (3/6)

Akkk! sorry I don't know how I repeated <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 5:02] (0/0)
A bit more answers <PhantomS> [12/31 @ 0:31] (1/1)

OK if Earnur was taken alive then <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 16:16] (0/0)

My explanation... <Silverlode> [12/30 @ 23:50] (1/2)

thanks I've started re-reading it <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 16:23] (1/1)

More answers... <Silverlode> [12/31 @ 17:56] (0/0)

Goestion concerning The Silmarillion <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 22:29] (4/12)

What I think is the funniest thing <Glaurung the Magnificent> [1/1 @ 17:52] (0/0)
Keep this link handy. (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/31 @ 10:48] (0/0)
The Silmarillion <The Irish Kern> [12/31 @ 0:53] (1/7)

reference book??? <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 5:06] (2/6)

funny you should say that <Glaurung the Magnificent> [1/1 @ 17:55] (0/0)
The New Bible <The Irish Kern> [12/31 @ 13:06] (1/4)

Is that the old one by Robert Foster? <RurouniKJS> [12/31 @ 14:40] (1/3)

robert Forester <The Irish Kern> [12/31 @ 18:26] (1/2)

Thanks!! and I hope the new <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 19:37] (1/1)

The Cover <The Irish Kern> [12/31 @ 21:14] (0/0)

I'm with you they are new for <Goldilocks Took> [12/30 @ 22:57] (1/1)

Thanks for the info (No Text) <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 23:02] (0/0)

I'm finding it difficult to get past LOTR without boring myself! <DeBriS> [12/30 @ 20:45] (14/19)

Funny I can't stop reading it!!! (No Text) <Goldilocks Took> [1/1 @ 18:03] (0/0)
I know exactly how you feel right now. >_< <SIye > [12/31 @ 22:55] (0/0)
read with atlas of middle earth <mithrilmale> [12/31 @ 15:50] (0/0)
You have to read it thoroughly at least once <Leto> [12/31 @ 13:12] (0/0)
It can be slow in the beginning... <Hobbit Lori> [12/31 @ 10:46] (0/0)
I had no problem, but... <Watson> [12/31 @ 9:32] (0/0)
I love the books but I admit <Annael> [12/31 @ 8:52] (0/0)
It isn't homework. <Curious> [12/31 @ 8:08] (1/1)

Excellent point! If the descriptions bore you... <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/1 @ 10:31] (0/0)

Ah! <DeBriS> [12/30 @ 22:40] (0/0)
Different purposes for reading <Jana> [12/30 @ 22:28] (1/1)

LOL Council of Elrond <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/1 @ 10:39] (0/0)

The one thing hat I have trouble with is... <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 22:01] (2/3)

I was only 12 my 1st time reading <RurouniKJS> [12/31 @ 8:53] (1/1)

I was 13 and I loved Book I, but I confess.. <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/1 @ 11:05] (0/0)

that** sry (No Text) <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 22:06] (0/0)

IMO... <CAhobbit> [12/30 @ 21:49] (0/0)
Well... <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/30 @ 21:09] (0/0)
i love them... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 20:56] (0/0)

gandalf <timmah??> [12/30 @ 20:10] (1/4)

Reread the last chapter. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:16] (1/3)

r u sure? <timmah??> [12/30 @ 20:43] (1/2)

Yes she does. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 21:07] (1/1)

They were hurt so deeply <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/31 @ 7:26] (0/0)

weathertop <timmah??> [12/30 @ 20:07] (2/2)

As far as I know <Morwen> [12/30 @ 21:55] (0/0)
At the time... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:13] (0/0)

froward vs. forward <Manrammas> [12/30 @ 19:49] (5/6)

Mine says froward <Leto> [12/31 @ 13:18] (0/0)
Mine says froward <Eglarest> [12/31 @ 6:49] (0/0)
What? *Races to check copy* <Kimi> [12/30 @ 20:14] (0/0)
the two meanings... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 20:02] (0/0)
The meaning is quite different. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:02] (1/1)

i'd guess the latter <Daddy Twofoot> [12/31 @ 20:23] (0/0)

How many of you have actually seen the movie? <Sangoff> [12/30 @ 19:30] (11/12)

I'd see TTT again.. <Seillib> [12/31 @ 20:48] (0/0)
I loved FOTR and TTT (No Text) <Hobbit Lori> [12/31 @ 10:50] (0/0)
liked TTT but loved the FotR film (No Text) <Froda> [12/31 @ 10:38] (0/0)
I saw both movies, and liked them. (No Text) <Linduin> [12/31 @ 9:54] (0/0)
We all have, of course, and <Curious> [12/31 @ 9:03] (0/0)
I did... <gullygilly> [12/31 @ 7:46] (0/0)
I saw it... <Watson> [12/31 @ 7:31] (1/1)

Thanks for the review. You put into words... <Aunt Dora Baggins> [1/1 @ 11:09] (0/0)

I liked both movies very much. <Morwen> [12/30 @ 21:46] (0/0)
I just plain liked it. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:06] (0/0)
Liked both films, despite changes for good and ill. (No Text) <RurouniKJS> [12/30 @ 19:36] (0/0)
i saw and i, i got dissapointed, but then thought it over and liked. (No Text) <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 19:33] (0/0)

tolkien and bercilak <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 19:10] (3/3)

I allways like to use the welsh orginal Gwalcmai <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/31 @ 16:43] (0/0)
I thought Tolkien was the standard. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:08] (0/0)
Yes; Tolkien's translation <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 19:21] (0/0)

Elves and the Undying Lands <Xenarwen> [12/30 @ 18:08] (3/6)

An Elf who remains in Middle-earth <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 19:28] (1/1)

thanks I've wondered about that! also... <Goldilocks Took> [12/30 @ 22:18] (0/0)

They would..... <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 18:14] (1/1)

Destruction... <Elbereth75> [12/30 @ 18:27] (0/0)

I believe... <Elbereth75> [12/30 @ 18:12] (1/1)

It's our fault <PhantomS> [12/31 @ 0:43] (0/0)

Bombadil, Gandalf and The Ring <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/30 @ 17:08] (5/11)

What is Bombadil? Revision #134. <Curious> [12/31 @ 7:21] (2/6)

Very nice. It almost makes <NZ Strider> [1/1 @ 10:59] (1/1)

I've seen you <Curious> [1/1 @ 16:15] (0/0)

I hope someone reads this. It's completely revised, and fairly brief. (No Text) <Curious> [12/31 @ 11:56] (3/3)

Thank you. <Curious> [12/31 @ 19:28] (0/0)
Wow I think that will be my New Years <Goldilocks Took> [12/31 @ 16:30] (0/0)
and uplifting. Thank you, Curious <WrightWords> [12/31 @ 15:42] (0/0)

yes but..... <Bboy486> [12/30 @ 18:09] (0/0)
Bombadil is... <Watson> [12/30 @ 17:47] (0/0)
I think... <Elbereth75> [12/30 @ 17:39] (0/0)
Perhaps Tolkien himself didn't even know.. <Varda Elentari> [12/30 @ 17:27] (0/0)

what's so special about <dice> [12/30 @ 16:53] (5/13)

That sword in the stone was nothing either... (No Text) <gullygilly> [12/31 @ 8:44] (0/0)
Oh, sure! And a Stradivarius is just a fiddle... <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 19:10] (2/8)

Another problem <Curious> [12/31 @ 8:45] (1/6)

Can you help me out <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 9:30] (1/5)

"...and the sword <Curious> [12/31 @ 9:50] (1/4)

Also: <Curious> [12/31 @ 9:59] (1/3)

Hmm... On a straight reading <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 10:10] (2/2)

Tolkien also said <Curious> [12/31 @ 10:34] (0/0)
Tolkien, as usual, <Curious> [12/31 @ 10:28] (0/0)

Curious: here's the age of Telchar reference. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:29] (0/0)

Its just the thought of it i guess..... <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 18:05] (0/0)
I pondered on that thought a lot <MelianTheFair> [12/30 @ 17:06] (0/0)
well... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 17:05] (0/0)

Could you support the statement: <Merryk> [12/30 @ 16:51] (5/38)

Some kids do see their parents' games <WrightWords> [12/31 @ 16:17] (0/0)
Yes and no <Loressar Erchamion> [12/31 @ 8:56] (0/0)
Faramir hopelessly wanted to please his father <nerdanel50> [12/30 @ 19:22] (0/0)
I honestly don't see how <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 18:38] (10/32)

Tolkien as Faramir <Acathalion> [12/31 @ 17:21] (2/5)

I doubt it. <Curious> [12/31 @ 19:18] (0/0)
Tolkien's father died when JRRT <Kimi> [12/31 @ 19:07] (1/3)

Tolkien <Curious> [12/31 @ 23:38] (1/2)

Sheer speculation on my part, but <Kimi> [12/31 @ 23:50] (1/1)

I <Curious> [1/1 @ 0:40] (0/0)

Denethor's self-hatred <Froda> [12/31 @ 10:22] (1/2)

Yes; it's as if Denethor <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 10:47] (1/1)

that's the clincher... <Froda> [12/31 @ 10:55] (0/0)

Brilliant post, but <Curious> [12/31 @ 8:57] (1/3)

We hope! Check Acathalion's response <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 9:48] (1/2)

Yes, it is <Curious> [12/31 @ 10:19] (1/1)

Reading the various posts <Acathalion> [12/31 @ 13:36] (0/0)

This happens so often... <Watson> [12/31 @ 7:22] (1/4)

I hadn't considered <Merryk> [12/31 @ 9:34] (1/3)

And here's another layer: <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 10:00] (1/2)

And we have parallels <Curious> [12/31 @ 10:25] (1/1)

The homewrecker :) <Watson> [12/31 @ 17:47] (0/0)

That is so painful to read! <Morwen> [12/31 @ 6:41] (0/0)
Wow <Acathalion> [12/31 @ 1:47] (1/2)

Thanks for those comments. I'd certainly like <NZ Strider> [12/31 @ 9:26] (1/1)

I don't think <Curious> [12/31 @ 11:41] (0/0)

Wait... yes this is a ghastly interview, <Merryk> [12/30 @ 22:08] (1/4)

You have an excellent point. <Curious> [12/31 @ 7:54] (1/3)

Peace! <Merryk> [12/31 @ 9:28] (1/2)

And <Curious> [12/31 @ 9:36] (1/1)

That's why we're here! (No Text) <Merryk> [12/31 @ 11:50] (0/0)

Gaaah <Reverend> [12/30 @ 20:42] (0/0)
"Yes, I wish that indeed." <Kimi> [12/30 @ 18:59] (0/0)
my memory fails me <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 18:58] (1/2)

Denethor thinks that <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 19:15] (1/1)

thanks (No Text) <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 19:17] (0/0)

Not especially. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 17:44] (1/1)

just a thought <Idaho> [1/1 @ 9:32] (0/0)

tolkien and beowulf <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 16:19] (1/2)

I can't wait for it to be published! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 18:42] (1/1)

i was going to read it, but now i think i'll wait for tolkien's version (No Text) <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 18:48] (0/0)

Hobbit Question <Eglarest> [12/30 @ 16:16] (2/2)

Drinks on me <Eglarest> [12/30 @ 16:44] (0/0)
i would say... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 16:25] (0/0)

Let's hear everybody's favourite moments from the book! <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 15:20] (20/23)

Good grief! These all are! <RurouniKJS> [12/31 @ 14:51] (0/0)
Rivendell and Lothlorien <Hobbit Lori> [12/31 @ 10:58] (1/1)

oh yeah! I love those as well, if it wasn't already obvious *points to name* (No Text) <Lorien-lover> [12/31 @ 16:58] (0/0)

Not LOTR but Fingon's battle cry... <Ceorl> [12/31 @ 9:23] (1/1)

I love his duel with Morgoth (No Text) <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/31 @ 13:27] (0/0)

From Each book: LONG POST! <PhantomS> [12/31 @ 0:58] (0/0)
"Gandalf did not move.... <Arod the Swift> [12/30 @ 22:25] (0/0)
Legolas and Gimli <Drunkentoad> [12/30 @ 22:18] (0/0)
When Frodo claims the Ring at Mt. Doom <Nimfalma Took> [12/30 @ 22:09] (0/0)
The Hobbits meeting Strider for the first time. <Morwen> [12/30 @ 21:05] (0/0)
"Grond crawled on" <Ataahua> [12/30 @ 20:38] (0/0)
The coming of Rohan - horns, horns, horns, the Grey Havens, <Entmaiden> [12/30 @ 20:23] (0/0)
:: points to her board nickname:: Eowyn at the Pelennor fields :) (No Text) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/30 @ 18:59] (0/0)
merry giving theoden his sword <legolasrules> [12/30 @ 18:47] (0/0)
Oh, just *great*, guys... <Elbereth75> [12/30 @ 17:58] (0/0)
The Voice of Saruman and The Siege of Gondor <Watson> [12/30 @ 17:55] (0/0)
Eomer at the Plennor Fields... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 17:47] (0/0)
The turning over of THE RED BOOK from Frodo to Sam. <Luthien's Mama> [12/30 @ 17:18] (0/0)
TheVoice of Sauruman is a good scene but <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/30 @ 17:16] (0/0)
I'm trying again, since... <jadeshadow> [12/30 @ 16:42] (0/0)
Glorfindel at the Fords of Bruinen is one of my faves (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/30 @ 16:37] (0/0)
"The Voice of Saruman" <Varda Elentari> [12/30 @ 15:26] (1/1)

Events surrounding Passing of the Grey Company <RurouniKJS> [12/30 @ 15:56] (0/0)

we all... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 13:25] (1/4)

In the book there are only <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 13:37] (1/3)

heres a better image... <eurotrash> [12/30 @ 14:14] (2/2)

Very clear in that one! <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 18:40] (0/0)
In the book they didn't have swords either (all three of them) (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/30 @ 16:32] (0/0)

how old is galadriel <timmah??> [12/30 @ 13:12] (1/3)

Oh, she's old. I know she doesn't look it... <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 13:31] (2/2)

Yeah, and I'll tell you... <Elbereth75> [12/30 @ 18:07] (0/0)
I once calculated <Curious> [12/30 @ 14:11] (0/0)

Dragon Helm? <Golfimbul> [12/30 @ 12:58] (1/2)

It's apotropaic symbolism. <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 13:21] (1/1)

Ah...never thought of that! (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/30 @ 22:25] (0/0)

To Reverend re Gil-galad son of Orodreth. <Curious> [12/30 @ 11:59] (1/4)

*sigh* That's not the point. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 15:28] (1/3)

That's fine, as long as <Curious> [12/30 @ 15:40] (1/2)

Cristopher Tolkien is now on record... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 16:35] (1/1)

Amen to that Reverand (No Text) <Mim the Petty Dwarf> [12/30 @ 20:08] (0/0)

Multiple readings top ten list <gullygilly> [12/30 @ 10:44] (1/2)

Here's my list <CAhobbit> [12/30 @ 12:13] (1/1)

Your first two plus... <Golfimbul> [12/30 @ 12:49] (0/0)

Fly the ring to Mt Doom "ROTK spoiler" <throckmorton> [12/30 @ 10:42] (4/6)

Here's that essay I promised <RurouniKJS> [12/30 @ 19:32] (0/0)
A brief but comprehensive answer: (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/30 @ 12:23] (0/0)
This is one of our most commonly asked questions. <Reverend> [12/30 @ 10:59] (2/2)

I've just written an essay on this point <RurouniKJS> [12/30 @ 11:42] (0/0)
thanks <throckmorton> [12/30 @ 11:10] (0/0)

Would you have really wanted that to happen.? <ash nazg01> [12/30 @ 10:58] (0/0)

nazgul <timmah??> [12/30 @ 10:02] (2/9)

Have found something VERY interesting a MUST READ. <Reddevil> [12/30 @ 17:17] (4/4)

Absolutely fanfic, not reality <Watson> [12/31 @ 7:27] (0/0)
Louie the Nazgul? <Darkstone> [12/30 @ 20:48] (0/0)
This is some sort of fan-fiction. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 17:33] (0/0)
I believe that this is fan fiction... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 17:31] (0/0)

Only one of the Nazgûl is named, <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 10:50] (2/3)

nazgul <tamz> [12/30 @ 18:17] (0/0)
thanks, but..... <timmah??> [12/30 @ 12:45] (1/1)

Their names, from before they became Nazgûl, <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 12:53] (0/0)

Could a powerfull elf like Fëanor have wielded the one ring? <Reddevil> [12/30 @ 9:15] (2/3)

In a letter.... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 11:08] (0/0)
Only Sauron could wield it <Eledhwen> [12/30 @ 9:35] (1/1)

Sauron's power <kingunderthemountain> [12/30 @ 10:13] (0/0)

Was beleriland a continent? <Reddevil> [12/30 @ 8:45] (1/2)

Beleriand... <Varda Elentari> [12/30 @ 9:06] (1/1)

Specifically.... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 10:56] (0/0)

Beren and Luthien as a film anyone? <Ceorl> [12/30 @ 3:41] (5/14)

But would Christopher Tolkien agree? <Curious> [12/30 @ 15:20] (0/0)
I think it is a GREAT idea. Needs some GREAT writing and casting .... <Luthien's Mama> [12/30 @ 12:32] (0/0)
I've always wondered... <Varda Elentari> [12/30 @ 8:42] (1/1)

Lethian = 'Release from Bondage' (No Text) <Reverend> [12/30 @ 10:50] (0/0)

I have long wondered.... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 6:39] (1/2)

Reverend Lucas <summertime> [12/30 @ 9:50] (1/1)

I'm certainly available as a script consultant. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/30 @ 10:47] (0/0)

Good idea . . . would make a heck of an opera, too. <Pukel-man> [12/30 @ 4:49] (1/6)

hey! that's *my* idea! <niennas_tears> [12/30 @ 8:17] (2/5)

How about a rock opera? (No Text) <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 11:14] (0/0)
You know, I could direct... <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 10:56] (1/3)

Which reminds me, how did your project <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 11:00] (1/2)

Thanks for asking, it's still in the process... <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 11:08] (1/1)

Glad to hear it. Good luck! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 11:30] (0/0)

Best informative website I have found <Vulture1> [12/30 @ 2:25] (1/1)

True that. (No Text) <Curious> [12/30 @ 12:46] (0/0)

What would be the building regulations on a Hobbit Hole? (No Text) <Flame of Udûn> [12/29 @ 21:55] (3/5)

We are told that some are quite primitive.... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 8:10] (2/2)

The regulation regarding <Kimi> [12/30 @ 16:38] (0/0)
Good drainage is vital as well. (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/30 @ 12:37] (0/0)

Pantry room must be large enough to accomodate food for many visitors, or hungry Hobbit residents. (No Text) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/29 @ 23:32] (0/0)
Hmmm... <Kimi> [12/29 @ 22:09] (0/0)

Anybody here speak any Tolkien-related languages? <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/29 @ 21:09] (2/8)

NZStrider does a mean Byrhtnoth . . . <Pukel-man> [12/30 @ 5:47] (1/1)

Pukel-man is kindly referring <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 10:58] (0/0)

English ;-) <Draupne> [12/30 @ 1:20] (1/5)

Yep, I doubt that elves would swear. ;) <Meira> [12/30 @ 4:10] (1/4)

The Road Goes Ever On And On...? (I know that poem off by heart, I love it) (No Text) <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 11:02] (1/3)

No, but close. <Meira> [12/30 @ 11:44] (1/2)

All that is gold does not glitter... I know the rest but won't type it. I had a feeling it was that one after I took a second look. (No Text) <Rider Of The Rohirrim> [12/30 @ 15:04] (1/1)

That's correct ;) (No Text) <Meira> [12/30 @ 15:22] (0/0)

The Long-Expected (Literary) Party <Nimfalma Took> [12/29 @ 20:07] (7/9)

Sounds great! I'll be there. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 10:51] (0/0)
I'll be there! (No Text) <gullygilly> [12/30 @ 9:51] (0/0)
Neat idea, Nimfalma! (No Text) <Kimi> [12/29 @ 22:27] (0/0)
A fine way to celebrate! <Altaira> [12/29 @ 21:55] (1/1)

Right, then! <Nimfalma Took> [12/29 @ 22:17] (0/0)

Sounds grat, Nimfalma!! Hopefully.... <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 21:04] (1/1)

Me, too - go Buckeyes and JRRT! (No Text) <Entmaiden> [12/30 @ 20:29] (0/0)

Can we have fireworks?? :-) (No Text) <Jana> [12/29 @ 20:58] (0/0)
thought that <dice> [12/29 @ 20:14] (0/0)

why didn't sauron just <dice> [12/29 @ 19:49] (5/20)

Sauron did not forge a new... <Warrior> [12/30 @ 20:17] (0/0)
How would.....? <LorienDweller> [12/30 @ 15:08] (0/0)
Once again... <Metal Gold Knight> [12/30 @ 14:18] (0/0)
The fabrication of magic items.... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 8:17] (0/0)
Ha! Great question <Altaira> [12/29 @ 19:56] (1/15)

ic <dice> [12/29 @ 19:59] (2/14)

Oh....he had plenty of power..... <Lady Aredhel> [12/29 @ 20:55] (1/1)

Sauron <Athiel> [12/30 @ 5:30] (0/0)

Actually <Altaira> [12/29 @ 20:41] (1/11)

k, well that raises another question <dice> [12/29 @ 20:44] (2/10)

Because..... <Lady Aredhel> [12/29 @ 20:58] (0/0)
Sauron had not <beren_boy> [12/29 @ 20:54] (1/8)

then why did he <dice> [12/29 @ 21:02] (1/7)

Well for one thing..... <Lady Aredhel> [12/29 @ 21:08] (2/6)

Sauron's form <Athiel> [12/30 @ 10:09] (0/0)
BUT <dice> [12/29 @ 21:11] (1/4)

"There are four fingers on the Black Hand"... <beren_boy> [12/29 @ 21:16] (1/3)

ic... <dice> [12/29 @ 21:18] (2/2)

Two <Curious> [12/29 @ 21:48] (0/0)
He doesn't--> <beren_boy> [12/29 @ 21:46] (0/0)

Deaths in Lord of the Rings <Jeremy the Human> [12/29 @ 19:21] (3/6)

Are you serious...? <PhantomS> [12/30 @ 0:36] (2/3)

deaths <timmah??> [12/30 @ 12:50] (1/1)

'Here Follows a Part o the Story Of Aragorn and Arwen' <PhantomS> [12/31 @ 1:08] (0/0)

The appendices, of course... <Reverend> [12/30 @ 8:22] (0/0)

some others... <jadeshadow> [12/29 @ 20:29] (0/0)
Uh... What sort of a list are you looking for? <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 19:36] (0/0)

This had probably been asked but.... <Arod the Swift> [12/29 @ 17:29] (2/3)

Try the movie board <Altaira> [12/29 @ 18:31] (1/1)

Ahem, or not. :-) <Altaira> [12/29 @ 18:33] (0/0)

Nobody realy *knows* -- but here's a "best guess"" <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 18:30] (0/0)

Queer <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 17:05] (2/4)

Of course <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 17:25] (0/0)
*sigh* Don't move to England. (No Text) <summertime> [12/29 @ 17:12] (1/2)

Now don't get me wrong <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 17:21] (1/1)

Language is dynamic. <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 17:29] (0/0)

Okay, don't laugh. Should I read Harry Potter? <summertime> [12/29 @ 16:47] (12/16)

Thanks Ladies! <summertime> [12/30 @ 10:19] (2/3)

a speculation upon your speculations ;) <Nimfalma Took> [12/30 @ 22:05] (0/0)
Hey who you calling a lady <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/30 @ 13:48] (1/1)

;) okay, okay, you were the reason I said almost or nearly. It's obvious, don't worry. ;) (No Text) <summertime> [12/30 @ 15:25] (0/0)

A critic once said... <Aunt Dora Baggins> [12/30 @ 8:02] (0/0)
Yes ! (No Text) <Draupne> [12/30 @ 1:23] (0/0)
Of course you should! <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/29 @ 23:31] (0/0)
Absolutely they haven't tolkien's depth but <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/29 @ 21:16] (0/0)
No laughs from this corner <Nimfalma Took> [12/29 @ 19:44] (0/0)
I enjoy them. <Kimi> [12/29 @ 19:37] (0/0)
Yes!!!!! <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 17:56] (0/0)
HP just fine <notlost> [12/29 @ 17:30] (0/0)
well... <EowyinRider> [12/29 @ 16:57] (0/0)
I enjoyed the Harry Potter books. <Morwen> [12/29 @ 16:55] (0/0)
Many people I know who have read HP, <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 16:53] (1/1)

thanks, I printed this out! (No Text) <summertime> [12/29 @ 17:07] (0/0)

For those RR Regulars who know Elvish <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/29 @ 16:40] (2/2)

Here're the words you asked for, <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 19:02] (0/0)
I can give you a link... <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 16:54] (0/0)

Galadriel and Feanor <Lorien-lover> [12/29 @ 16:39] (2/3)

She was sensitive enough .... <Reverend> [12/29 @ 17:17] (0/0)
I remember... <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/29 @ 16:44] (1/1)

Huh? <Silverfoot> [12/31 @ 1:15] (0/0)

Nazgul <Fingofin> [12/29 @ 16:19] (2/2)

They might not have been there <Acathalion> [12/29 @ 21:22] (0/0)
It is possible.... <Reverend> [12/29 @ 17:21] (0/0)

Caradhras <Fingofin> [12/29 @ 16:15] (3/3)

Caradhras in league with Sauron. <Curious> [12/30 @ 9:41] (0/0)
the spirit of Caradhras <summertime> [12/29 @ 16:56] (0/0)
I'm not sure but Sauruman did help. <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/29 @ 16:42] (0/0)

Athelas: the healing herb <Faramir's dream> [12/29 @ 15:55] (2/3)

Athelas: The Wonder Drug! <notlost> [12/29 @ 17:37] (0/0)
Frodo's wound <Morwen> [12/29 @ 16:32] (1/1)

Thanks Morwen! (No Text) <Faramir's dream> [12/29 @ 16:39] (0/0)

Why Bilbo? <irpacynot> [12/29 @ 13:54] (2/4)

Also, read the appendix to the Annotated Hobbit <notlost> [12/29 @ 17:39] (1/1)

Just checked... <irpacynot> [12/29 @ 21:01] (0/0)

Read the chapter in Unfinished Tales called... <Watson> [12/29 @ 15:28] (1/1)

Wow... <irpacynot> [12/29 @ 20:57] (0/0)

How did Tolkien intend the story to be published? <Knoxy143> [12/29 @ 13:39] (1/1)

Welcome Knoxy! <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 13:50] (0/0)

book discussion <Ainagil> [12/29 @ 12:58] (3/5)

With help from friends, here's the link to the chapter discussion calendar: (No Text - Link Inside) <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 17:45] (0/0)
Let us know! <Jana> [12/29 @ 14:11] (1/1)

It starts up again on Jan 6th <Altaira> [12/29 @ 18:46] (0/0)

Yep, we're in the middle of discussing FOTR. <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 13:10] (1/1)

thanks bunches :) <3ainagil (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/29 @ 13:22] (0/0)

conflicting plots and themes.... <Bboy486> [12/29 @ 12:38] (1/1)

Tolkien changed his mind... <Reverend> [12/29 @ 18:00] (0/0)

Beorn <legofreek> [12/29 @ 10:11] (1/1)

Beorn, whose name just means <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 10:34] (0/0)

I've just begun to read <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 8:12] (4/16)

I read the books after seeing FOTR last year...you'll love them!:) (No Text) <Hobbit Lori> [12/29 @ 11:42] (0/0)
That's great. Keep us posted on your progress. :) (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/29 @ 9:13] (1/2)

Chapter 2 finished <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 12:30] (1/1)

You are correct. <Morwen> [12/29 @ 13:09] (0/0)

I have no doubt you'll enjoy it!! <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 8:30] (2/10)

please help me on some questions <ReneeSun> [12/29 @ 10:06] (2/6)

Help is on the way!!! <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 14:57] (1/3)

thanks very much! <ReneeSun> [12/29 @ 19:20] (1/2)

Absolutely! <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 19:58] (1/1)

here is mine... <ReneeSun> [12/29 @ 23:26] (0/0)

I know you didn't ask me this but........ <legofreek> [12/29 @ 10:21] (1/1)

thanks! <ReneeSun> [12/29 @ 19:22] (0/0)

It doesn't trouble me at all <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 8:57] (1/2)

Good to know. BTW... <Varda Elentari> [12/29 @ 9:01] (1/1)

; ) <Don't tell the elf> [12/29 @ 9:02] (0/0)

Congratulations! <Morwen> [12/29 @ 8:26] (0/0)

What would be the building regulations on a dark tower? (No Text) <Flame of Udûn> [12/29 @ 6:35] (5/5)

At least there *is* a big red beacon on top... <Darkstone> [12/29 @ 12:24] (0/0)
Acoustics need to be tweaked to insure screaking victims echoe through halls (No Text) <gullygilly> [12/29 @ 12:04] (0/0)
Indoor plumbing would literally be the pits (No Text) <quickbeam2002> [12/29 @ 10:28] (0/0)
There would have to be a torture chamber on every story. (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/29 @ 9:06] (0/0)
Hmm <Ceorl> [12/29 @ 7:11] (0/0)

Variags of Khand <Triceron> [12/29 @ 1:04] (3/10)

Besides this passage, the only other <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 2:05] (1/6)

Footnote to NZ Strider's reply <Ceorl> [12/29 @ 7:58] (3/5)

Variag <Stanislaus Bocian> [12/29 @ 23:02] (1/1)

Thanks for that. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/30 @ 11:31] (0/0)

Seems like there's an ongoing disbute on Old Norse Net <Draupne> [12/29 @ 11:02] (1/1)

Thanks for the link. Even if <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 19:57] (0/0)

Eärendil the Mariner? Stanislaus Bocian? We need some help with Slavic languages here! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 10:22] (0/0)

I know that they're men, <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 1:36] (1/1)

They must be... <PhantomS> [12/30 @ 1:36] (0/0)

They are simply Men from Khand. (No Text) <Aldebaran> [12/29 @ 1:33] (0/0)

Tolkien's confusing words <PhantomS> [12/29 @ 1:01] (3/4)

Few = Not a lot <_Fingolfin_> [12/29 @ 16:43] (0/0)
We should think of the Silmarillion.... <Reverend> [12/29 @ 6:12] (0/0)
No one knows what happened to Maglor. <Ataahua> [12/29 @ 1:32] (1/1)

he could be the minstrel :) <PhantomS> [12/30 @ 0:27] (0/0)

The battle of the Pelennor Fields Quesstion *SPOLIER* <Drunkentoad> [12/28 @ 21:00] (2/3)

well <Bboy486> [12/29 @ 10:02] (0/0)
okay... <jadeshadow> [12/28 @ 21:07] (1/1)

thanx <Drunkentoad> [12/28 @ 21:24] (0/0)

Emerald Took <b_smith> [12/28 @ 20:03] (1/2)

Poss answered my own question <b_smith> [12/28 @ 20:11] (1/1)

Now i KNOW i have answered my own question <b_smith> [12/28 @ 20:21] (0/0)

The suffix -dil <IthilElentari> [12/28 @ 19:57] (1/1)

For the benefit of others who might want to know... <PhantomS> [12/30 @ 0:32] (0/0)

Can Bombadil see.... <ash nazg01> [12/28 @ 19:18] (1/12)

Nope. And further... * <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 19:30] (3/11)

I mean "Yep". Thanks, C (No Text) <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 20:27] (0/0)
You meant "yep." (No Text) <Curious> [12/28 @ 20:08] (0/0)
Why is that? <ash nazg01> [12/28 @ 19:33] (3/8)

Of Maia and invisibility <Steward o Love> [12/28 @ 22:47] (1/5)

It is not just Tom's visibility <Curious> [12/29 @ 6:11] (1/4)

Well, yes, that's all true <Steward o Love> [12/29 @ 6:47] (1/3)

Quite right, Tom's immunity <Curious> [12/29 @ 20:58] (1/2)

Whats up about Glorfindel? <Reddevil> [12/30 @ 8:08] (1/1)

Glorfindel <Curious> [12/30 @ 9:45] (0/0)

You are correct. No one knows. There <Curious> [12/28 @ 21:45] (0/0)
Well, many believe he's a higher order spirit: a vala or even the one.... <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 19:49] (0/0)

Was Thorondor killed? <Linduin> [12/28 @ 18:11] (2/12)

His last scene alive may be instructive: <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 19:43] (0/0)
I believe the Lord of Eagles may have... <Nemain> [12/28 @ 18:21] (1/10)

No specific reference that I can recall, and... <Watson> [12/28 @ 18:59] (1/9)

I agree, this was a presumption on my part:-) <Nemain> [12/28 @ 19:47] (1/8)

At one point... <Reverend> [12/28 @ 20:21] (3/7)

The final status of Thorondor.. <PhantomS> [12/29 @ 0:48] (0/0)
I do understand, however... <Nemain> [12/28 @ 20:31] (0/0)
Tolkien, bless his soul... <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 20:31] (1/4)

that is so sad Pallando :-(... <Nemain> [12/28 @ 20:36] (1/3)

Initially.... <Watson> [12/28 @ 20:41] (1/2)

I do wish to comment on this if you do not mind. <Nemain> [12/28 @ 20:50] (1/1)

Mind? <Watson> [12/28 @ 21:41] (0/0)

shire cookbook <b_smith> [12/28 @ 16:53] (4/8)

herb-crusted salmon? <dwimmerCrafty> [12/29 @ 0:45] (0/0)
Or this (No Text - Link Inside) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 17:20] (0/0)
try this (No Text - Link Inside) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 17:19] (1/3)

AHHH!!! <b_smith> [12/28 @ 17:22] (1/2)

I haven't found a place to buy it yet! ;) (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 17:44] (1/1)

uh-oh <b_smith> [12/28 @ 18:50] (0/0)

Explain futher <Flame of Udûn> [12/28 @ 16:56] (1/1)

I have no details <b_smith> [12/28 @ 16:58] (0/0)

Gandalf VS Tolkien <Flame of Udûn> [12/28 @ 16:37] (3/11)

Why would you think JRRT may not be the author here? (No Text) <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 19:53] (1/1)

when did i say JRRT didnt write that? (No Text) <Flame of Udûn> [12/29 @ 2:35] (0/0)

Maybe, but what I really want to know.... <Reverend> [12/28 @ 17:11] (1/7)

Moria - Black void,abyss. <Flame of Udûn> [12/28 @ 17:23] (1/6)

Elves wrote that. The Dwarves didn't call it Moria. (No Text) <Aldebaran> [12/28 @ 17:29] (1/5)

Good point <Altaira> [12/28 @ 18:03] (2/4)

And there's the question... <Watson> [12/28 @ 19:02] (1/2)

The word Moria is Sindarin in origin. <Nemain> [12/28 @ 20:42] (1/1)

Interesting thought, but... <Watson> [12/28 @ 21:52] (0/0)

Khazad-Dum "Dwarf Mansion" in Khuzdul <Nemain> [12/28 @ 18:10] (0/0)

Speak "friend"... <b_smith> [12/28 @ 16:56] (0/0)

A female Nazgul? <Darkstone> [12/28 @ 15:37] (4/11)

Witch-kings of any sort ... <Pallando-II> [12/28 @ 19:59] (0/0)
This rings a bell <Warrior> [12/28 @ 19:20] (0/0)
in ME mythos there was a female Nagul <Nemain> [12/28 @ 16:04] (2/5)

Thanks <Darkstone> [12/28 @ 19:15] (1/1)

I was happy to help you :-) (No Text) <Nemain> [12/28 @ 19:55] (0/0)

But in the books, there are no Nazgul females. <Ataahua> [12/28 @ 16:23] (1/2)

yes I know, but DS mentioned fanfic... <Nemain> [12/28 @ 18:02] (1/1)

Ah sorry, missed that bit in Ds' post. (No Text) <Ataahua> [12/28 @ 19:53] (0/0)

Sauron walks into a bar and sees this lady Ringwraith; so he walks up to her and says, <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 15:41] (2/2)

*groan* (No Text) <Ataahua> [12/28 @ 16:21] (0/0)
Glad to provide a straight line ;) (No Text) <Darkstone> [12/28 @ 15:44] (0/0)

Q. Was the story of Beren and Luthien the first he ever wrote... <Nemain> [12/28 @ 14:59] (2/3)

the absolute first, IIRC... <Nimrodel > [12/28 @ 18:24] (1/1)

yes I will do that in the New Year :-) (No Text) <Nemain> [12/28 @ 18:32] (0/0)

The first story of his new mythology <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 15:50] (0/0)

Was the cave troll mortal or immortal? <tygrestick> [12/28 @ 14:40] (2/9)

Good question. A lot depends <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 15:38] (2/5)

Uruk-Hai <Ceorl> [12/29 @ 7:34] (2/3)

Morgoth's Ring explains <Curious> [12/29 @ 20:32] (0/0)
Thanks for that! Although Saruman is said (in the book also) <NZ Strider> [12/29 @ 10:20] (1/1)

Probably true <Ceorl> [12/29 @ 12:25] (0/0)

NZ, that's fascinating! Thanks! (No Text) <tygrestick> [12/28 @ 17:44] (0/0)

To add a question along the same line <Flame of Udûn> [12/28 @ 14:44] (2/2)

NZ Strider's link did not work for me. So <Curious> [12/28 @ 20:00] (0/0)
Your answer at the link. (No Text - Link Inside) <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 15:15] (0/0)

Two LoTR sermons. <Aunt Dora Baggins> [12/28 @ 10:25] (4/4)

Thanks, good thoughts. :) (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/29 @ 11:11] (0/0)
Our pastor... <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 18:58] (0/0)
I wondered about that <Altaira> [12/28 @ 18:13] (0/0)
Interesting -- thanks for that. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 13:26] (0/0)

I have a hobbit question <legofreek> [12/28 @ 8:06] (3/3)

You mean how he coud see the wraiths? <Varda Elentari> [12/28 @ 9:09] (0/0)
hobbits <timmah??> [12/28 @ 9:08] (0/0)
Book vs. Movie <mendil> [12/28 @ 9:06] (0/0)

translating greek name into sindarin and sindarin runes assistance <chicogonzalez> [12/28 @ 7:14] (2/4)

According to the "Etymologies" <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 10:13] (1/2)

thanks and one more question :) <chicogonzalez> [12/28 @ 10:42] (1/1)

Insofar as I understand <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 13:20] (0/0)

update <chicogonzalez> [12/28 @ 7:38] (0/0)

Where have all the Entwives gone? (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:55] (7/15)

Interesting ideas guys;) (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 18:26] (0/0)
My answer: <balrogslippers> [12/28 @ 15:58] (0/0)
Into hershys cookies and cream! (No Text) <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/28 @ 11:40] (1/1)

Bwaaahahahaaaaa!!! (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/28 @ 13:00] (0/0)

Tolkien says that they were probably all destroyed, although a select few may have survived ...as to their wherabouts.. no Idea... (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/28 @ 10:53] (0/0)
Here ;-) (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 9:32] (1/3)

Pukel the Ent-pimp :-) (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/28 @ 9:34] (1/2)

I name thee 'smutty-leaves' . . . ;-) (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 9:42] (1/1)

Aww, I'm flattered. ;-) (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/28 @ 9:48] (0/0)

Cmon, seriously:) (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:39] (1/2)

Have you read the book? <Altaira> [12/28 @ 8:58] (1/1)

Yes I have <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 18:16] (0/0)

...Long time passing... (No Text) <Elbereth75> [12/28 @ 6:58] (1/2)

Gone to Hobbits every one...long time ago... (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/28 @ 7:07] (1/1)

...When will they ever learn? When will they ever...learn... (No Text) <Elbereth75> [12/28 @ 7:13] (0/0)

What power did the Silmarils have besides having the light of the two trees? <Reddevil> [12/28 @ 6:18] (2/6)

Consider the power of the Sun. <Curious> [12/28 @ 19:51] (0/0)
They had been blessed... <Reverend> [12/28 @ 6:37] (1/4)

So what use had Morgoth of them? <Reddevil> [12/28 @ 8:45] (3/3)

ah, you see, that's one of the affects of the silmarils.... <Ainagil> [12/28 @ 10:58] (0/0)
What use does a dragon get of treasure? <Reverend> [12/28 @ 9:31] (0/0)
He was jealous and he wanted them. (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 9:08] (0/0)

Strict;ly...Weapons and Things (oo,elf-blade...OW!) <PhantomS> [12/28 @ 2:49] (3/14)

Didn't Legolas reuse orc arrows... <Golfimbul> [12/28 @ 6:38] (0/0)
Careful with that! <Reverend> [12/28 @ 3:24] (3/10)

I assume that Telchar <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 14:03] (0/0)
Romans used 'mattocks' against armour . . . <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 5:17] (1/1)

Ahhh...... mattocks, my instrument of choice.... <beren_boy> [12/28 @ 18:55] (0/0)

Narsil <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 5:11] (1/6)

there is actually some inconsistancy... <Reverend> [12/28 @ 6:14] (2/5)

If you ever find the reference <Curious> [12/28 @ 19:36] (1/3)

If memory serves <Acathalion> [12/29 @ 5:43] (1/2)

That passage is ambiguous. <Curious> [12/29 @ 20:26] (1/1)

yup <Acathalion> [12/29 @ 21:33] (0/0)

Thanks. That helps:) (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:40] (0/0)

Mouth of Sauron <Aldebaran> [12/28 @ 3:14] (1/1)

I get the feeling... <Golfimbul> [12/28 @ 6:29] (0/0)

What IS a silmarillion? <Rex Grossman> [12/27 @ 23:14] (2/2)

And the Simarils are... <Varda Elentari> [12/28 @ 1:19] (0/0)
The Silmarillion means "the story of the Silmarils" (No Text) <Linduin> [12/27 @ 23:20] (0/0)

Is someone gonna answer me! i wanna know. (No Text) <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:25] (3/5)

You got several answers already <Altaira> [12/27 @ 23:45] (1/1)

p.s. <Altaira> [12/27 @ 23:49] (0/0)

Tom Bombadil, what is he? (No Text) <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:35] (1/1)

The point is... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 22:43] (0/0)

? <vee> [12/27 @ 22:30] (0/0)

Was Elrond ever tempted by the ring? <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 22:05] (7/17)

A Question: <Reverend> [12/28 @ 17:08] (2/3)

Which leads to another question. <Alendriel> [12/28 @ 21:58] (1/1)

I don't think how it is carried matters, <Curious> [12/29 @ 5:45] (0/0)

Gandalf handled it briefly in <Curious> [12/28 @ 19:31] (0/0)

We didn't see it, but Tolkien implies it <Watson> [12/28 @ 8:06] (0/0)
Lack of motive <Altaira> [12/27 @ 23:35] (0/0)
I've never thought so... <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 22:36] (2/3)

Well stated, however... <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 22:53] (1/1)

That sounds good to me.... <beren_boy> [12/28 @ 19:40] (0/0)

When I say Elrod, I mean Elrond, btw!!! <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 22:38] (0/0)

Maybe he faced the temptation back in the time of Isildur. (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/27 @ 22:33] (0/0)
Gandalf is not a bearer of an Elven Ring <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 22:29] (1/4)

Yes... and Gandalf holds it.... read RotK and UT. (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 22:33] (1/3)

Maaaaan...methinks... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 22:36] (1/2)

Don't we all! :> <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 22:46] (1/1)

Yup, looked at the back of my copy of The Sil... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 22:58] (0/0)

reply <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:15] (0/0)

kind of stupid question <vee> [12/27 @ 21:55] (3/6)

Welcome vee <Altaira> [12/27 @ 23:23] (0/0)
that's a good Ques, i'v got no idea. sorry. (No Text) <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:05] (0/0)
it is land of Mordor <Arador> [12/27 @ 22:02] (1/3)

heh <vee> [12/27 @ 22:03] (1/2)

Have you heritage from SE Asia? (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:04] (1/1)

no... <vee> [12/29 @ 1:32] (0/0)

tom bombadil <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 21:48] (2/9)

Follow-up question <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 5:22] (1/1)

It's in The Tolkien Reader, and at this site: (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/28 @ 19:26] (0/0)

You've opened a can of worms here! (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 21:50] (1/6)

Re: T. B. <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:00] (1/5)

Bombadil... <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 22:30] (1/4)

thanks, it was a bit of help.... <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 22:44] (1/3)

Merry old fellow, His boots are yellow <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 4:20] (1/2)

Great help! Thanks (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 5:29] (1/1)

Also try this. (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/28 @ 12:40] (0/0)

Were Elrond and Elros twins? (No Text) <Linduin> [12/27 @ 21:34] (1/7)

Been looking through the Sil <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 22:12] (1/6)

Well ... <Linduin> [12/27 @ 22:21] (1/5)

They may have extrapolated <Altaira> [12/27 @ 22:51] (1/4)

No they're not <PhantomS> [12/28 @ 2:31] (1/3)

Are too ;) <Altaira> [12/28 @ 9:12] (2/2)

I meant they *are too* speculating <Altaira> [12/28 @ 20:45] (0/0)
Elrond isn't always named first ... <Linduin> [12/28 @ 15:29] (0/0)

Aulë's "servents"... <Endasil> [12/27 @ 20:53] (4/5)

Perhaps.. <Reddevil> [12/28 @ 6:28] (0/0)
because... <PhantomS> [12/28 @ 2:39] (0/0)
Some thoughts <Altaira> [12/27 @ 23:16] (0/0)
Whoa! Cool topic! <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 22:03] (1/1)

Makes sense <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:27] (0/0)

Some of the sillier names in the Icelandic Sagas (somewhat OT) <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 20:40] (7/18)

I can't better 'Ivar the Boneless' . . . <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 5:10] (0/0)
Ceasar <Altaira> [12/27 @ 22:00] (1/1)

Claudius the Cripple... <Arador> [12/27 @ 22:11] (0/0)

There's a beer named after.. <Kiskadee> [12/27 @ 21:54] (1/4)

Of course, you know, you're now <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 13:25] (1/3)

Very well -- my report <Kiskadee> [12/28 @ 18:38] (2/2)

LOL! <Altaira> [12/29 @ 9:54] (0/0)
Excellent! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/28 @ 22:46] (0/0)

Sort of related....kind of... <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 21:29] (0/0)
And in a complete asside... <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 20:55] (1/3)

He RULED York . . . <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 5:13] (1/2)

Btw, is the Jorvik centre still there? <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 5:19] (1/1)

Yup, still there.... also a pub for every day of the year! :-) (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/28 @ 18:47] (0/0)

Those are wonderful! <Nimfalma Took> [12/27 @ 20:54] (0/0)
Eric the Red .... <Reverend> [12/27 @ 20:49] (2/3)

he he :) (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/28 @ 9:32] (0/0)
And the Carolingians.... <Reverend> [12/28 @ 3:44] (1/1)

Harald Scruffy-hair? <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 5:14] (0/0)

besides tolkie... <eurotrash> [12/27 @ 16:51] (19/38)

Not fantasy, but another world to get lost in <nerdanel50> [12/28 @ 13:08] (0/0)
Susan Cooper, Howard Pyle <Aunt Dora Baggins> [12/28 @ 10:19] (0/0)
H.G. Wells . . . <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 9:31] (0/0)
Yeah <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 9:04] (0/0)
What!?!? Not one Donaldson Fan? ... wimps. <mendil> [12/28 @ 8:58] (2/2)

Me too . . . <Pukel-man> [12/28 @ 9:44] (0/0)
Yes, that is an.. <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 9:06] (0/0)

My favourite fantasy books <Stanislaus Bocian> [12/28 @ 6:40] (1/1)

Speaking of Mars, Burroughs (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 9:07] (0/0)

Before Tolkien <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 5:42] (2/6)

Finally! I find another Jordan reader! (No Text) <Alendriel> [12/28 @ 12:43] (1/2)

If... <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 18:32] (1/1)

I read Jordan first <Alendriel> [12/28 @ 23:28] (0/0)

I tried and I tried... <Elbereth75> [12/28 @ 6:37] (1/2)

I'll hunt for Emily sometime... <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:46] (1/1)

But then you have... <Elbereth75> [12/28 @ 7:15] (0/0)

Two not noted, but great sci-fi-ish writers... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 23:09] (1/2)

You might be interested in this... <Kiskadee> [12/28 @ 0:12] (1/1)

Wow! Cool! <Elbereth75> [12/28 @ 6:32] (0/0)

Lately I've been reading <Kiskadee> [12/27 @ 22:29] (0/0)
Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, John Steinbeck, Greek myths, Jane Austen (No Text) <Linduin> [12/27 @ 21:30] (0/0)
In no particular order... <Alendriel> [12/27 @ 21:20] (1/2)

christina rossetti <eurotrash> [12/28 @ 5:18] (1/1)

yep (No Text) <Alendriel> [12/28 @ 12:40] (0/0)

Mine are... <beren_boy> [12/27 @ 20:52] (0/0)
Jack Vance, Tim Kirk, H.P. Lovecraft. <Reverend> [12/27 @ 20:44] (1/1)

Lovecraft... <Kiskadee> [12/27 @ 22:03] (0/0)

Douglas Adams :) <jadeshadow> [12/27 @ 20:27] (1/1)

Absolutely!! (Don't Panic) (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/28 @ 9:02] (0/0)

My four favorite authors... <Watson> [12/27 @ 20:27] (1/3)

Wow. <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:07] (1/2)

Long ago, I did, but... <Watson> [12/28 @ 6:43] (1/1)

Pardon me sir <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:52] (0/0)

Do you mean authors, or kinds of books? <Seillib> [12/27 @ 19:03] (0/0)
Anne Rice and Charles De Lint. (No Text) <Nemain> [12/27 @ 18:34] (0/0)
Steven King, JK Rowling, and <Varda Elentari> [12/27 @ 17:29] (0/0)
Try Pullman! (No Text) <Agrippa> [12/27 @ 17:17] (1/1)

Who/What's Pullman? (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:10] (0/0)

SAURON <ELCIDZ> [12/27 @ 11:07] (4/19)

He was formerly a servant of Aule... <Nemain> [12/27 @ 18:30] (2/3)

Gorthaur, as well...in Sindarin. (No Text) <PhantomS> [12/29 @ 0:52] (0/0)
True name? <Endasil> [12/27 @ 20:55] (1/1)

I do not know his real name. <Nemain> [12/28 @ 16:16] (0/0)

Basically, he was Melkor (Morgoth)'s right-hand man. <Varda Elentari> [12/27 @ 16:00] (0/0)
He always remained a Maia. <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 11:17] (3/12)

How do you pronounce Maia? <NoneOfTheAbove> [12/27 @ 16:58] (1/3)

MY-uh, I believe. (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/27 @ 17:28] (1/2)

I just say Mai-ar <Reddevil> [12/27 @ 17:49] (1/1)

I pronounce "Maiar" like "Mai-tai", but with "tai" repaced by "ar". <Varda Elentari> [12/27 @ 19:03] (0/0)

if you equate... <eurotrash> [12/27 @ 15:27] (1/2)

Once you get past the obvious <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 16:21] (1/1)

milton... <eurotrash> [12/27 @ 16:31] (0/0)

Maiar <ELCIDZ> [12/27 @ 12:16] (2/4)

The Balrog, for example, <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 12:34] (1/2)

One point <FingonOfPittsburgh> [12/27 @ 14:11] (1/1)

Well, in the Annals of Aman, §30, <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 16:04] (0/0)

The Silmarillion has much... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 12:20] (0/0)

Melkor's lieutenant <Steph> [12/27 @ 11:12] (0/0)

Frodo's Curse (Story Spoiler) <mendil> [12/27 @ 10:29] (2/6)

Reread it... <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/27 @ 15:59] (1/2)

Re-read *this* <mendil> [12/28 @ 8:45] (1/1)

And? (No Text) <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/28 @ 11:38] (0/0)

I'd say that not Frodo, but the Ring <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 10:38] (1/2)

The Ring Speaks?!?! <mendil> [12/28 @ 8:51] (1/1)

Very possibly. <Curious> [12/28 @ 18:52] (0/0)

Numenor and Middle Earth in CS Lewis <Aunt Dora Baggins> [12/27 @ 9:30] (3/6)

good friends <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 6:36] (0/0)
Very interesting observations all (No Text) <Altaira> [12/28 @ 0:22] (0/0)
There are a few other little things <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 10:17] (3/3)

I like the line <Steward o Love> [12/27 @ 20:42] (0/0)
Also Tor and Tinidril <Kimi> [12/27 @ 12:21] (0/0)
One more little thing <Joelle> [12/27 @ 11:16] (0/0)

Leaving Rivendell <Baron von Doom> [12/27 @ 9:27] (1/1)

They wanted their journey to remain secret <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 10:31] (0/0)

LOTR is anti-marriage? <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 7:02] (6/23)

OK, there IS a connection, but not the one you think. <Curious> [12/27 @ 18:53] (0/0)
As Annael and Blue have said <Kimi> [12/27 @ 12:34] (1/1)

Ooooooh! Nicely put Kimi! (No Text) <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 13:34] (0/0)

You're reading too much into it :) <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 12:00] (1/3)

surprised <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 12:23] (2/2)

There are thousands of other "symbolisms" to think about <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:55] (0/0)
If I didn't say it before... <Elbereth75> [12/27 @ 13:30] (0/0)

another thought <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 10:52] (1/1)

Oh, please (No Text) <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:57] (0/0)

Elves <wizardtb> [12/27 @ 9:33] (1/9)

elve's "punishment" <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 9:37] (1/8)

perhaps <Annael> [12/27 @ 9:56] (2/7)

Celebrian... <Endasil> [12/27 @ 21:06] (0/0)
but... <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 10:04] (2/5)

Galadriel is clearly advocating and facilitating the marriage <Blue Wizard> [12/27 @ 10:28] (0/0)
Elrond is a Ringbearer <Annael> [12/27 @ 10:27] (1/3)

tolkien <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 10:38] (2/2)

er - Tolkien was a devout Catholic <Annael> [12/27 @ 10:47] (0/0)
*dopeslap* <Blue Wizard> [12/27 @ 10:43] (0/0)

strange logic <Annael> [12/27 @ 7:49] (1/3)

clarify my first post... <dmaharba> [12/27 @ 8:36] (2/2)

I am reminded of Tolkien's indignant objection <Blue Wizard> [12/27 @ 9:01] (0/0)
the "disappearance" is relative <Annael> [12/27 @ 8:43] (0/0)

Ar-Paharazon's fleet-Calling all military Boffins!! <Ceorl> [12/27 @ 5:57] (2/4)

Thanks, some excellent answers! <Ceorl> [12/28 @ 3:14] (0/0)
We'd need to make a decision... <Reverend> [12/27 @ 10:32] (2/2)

Consider Aldarion's drive.... <Reverend> [12/27 @ 17:11] (0/0)
Reverend is exactly right <Kiskadee> [12/27 @ 11:32] (0/0)

How did the Mouth of Sauron die? <Golfimbul> [12/27 @ 5:50] (1/4)

I don't think Tolkien says anywhere <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 9:07] (1/3)

I'm just trying to picture it... <Golfimbul> [12/27 @ 10:12] (1/2)

Since the Mouth had a horse, I'd just assume <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 10:40] (1/1)

Say, perhaps the Mouth was Herumor. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/27 @ 12:07] (0/0)

two quick questions <Arador> [12/27 @ 1:33] (2/2)

Answers: <NZ Strider> [12/27 @ 9:02] (0/0)
#2 <FingonOfPittsburgh> [12/27 @ 5:29] (0/0)

Help With Pronunciations <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/27 @ 0:36] (1/6)

My view (and I'm prepared to be ear-swiped by NZ Strider <Ataahua> [12/27 @ 1:30] (3/5)

Methinks <Eglarest> [12/27 @ 4:38] (1/1)

Yep, the 'o' vowel <Ataahua> [12/27 @ 12:57] (0/0)

Thanks <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/27 @ 2:04] (1/1)

As long as you roll the r <Draupne> [12/27 @ 2:21] (0/0)

LOL! Sorry, it's not you ... <Draupne> [12/27 @ 2:01] (0/0)

orcs <Bboy486> [12/26 @ 22:58] (1/4)

*If* the Orcs were bred from Elves, <NZ Strider> [12/26 @ 23:28] (2/3)

reply to NZ Strider (Mini-Spoiler) <metcalfe> [12/27 @ 21:57] (0/0)
maybe <Bboy486> [12/27 @ 15:26] (1/1)

That wouldn't work. <Steward o Love> [12/27 @ 20:34] (0/0)

Illuvatar, Manwe and Melkor, please explain! <Lorien-lover> [12/26 @ 22:11] (5/10)

thanks everyone, I'm beginning to get it! (No Text) <Lorien-lover> [12/27 @ 6:41] (0/0)
For one thing, Ilúvatar... <Watson> [12/27 @ 6:12] (0/0)
melkor <Bboy486> [12/26 @ 23:00] (0/0)
All but Eru is a creation. <RurouniKJS> [12/26 @ 22:36] (0/0)
Excuse me for saying it again... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 22:35] (1/5)

Illuvitar et al. <Unguitian> [12/26 @ 23:25] (1/4)

Well <Tharangil> [12/27 @ 9:04] (1/3)

Heavenly host <Unguitian> [12/27 @ 17:14] (2/2)

Yup, not allegory <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:36] (0/0)
It's not allegory, <Reverend> [12/28 @ 6:31] (0/0)

Why were all the Ringbearers allowed to cross the Sea? <gimlirocks> [12/26 @ 21:45] (2/5)

IMO <Silverfoot> [12/28 @ 7:01] (0/0)
No, they didn't... <Nimrodel > [12/26 @ 22:09] (1/3)

Immortality <Unguitian> [12/26 @ 23:37] (1/2)

From Letter, Nr. 246: <NZ Strider> [12/26 @ 23:49] (1/1)

A little extra light on the subject: <Watson> [12/27 @ 6:20] (0/0)

Elven children <timmah??> [12/26 @ 20:51] (2/3)

Ouch! Poor Elf moms! <Nimrodel > [12/26 @ 22:12] (1/1)

Although <Curious> [12/27 @ 4:19] (0/0)

In *Morgoth's Ring* = <NZ Strider> [12/26 @ 21:14] (0/0)

Elvish word for father? <Lothirienne> [12/26 @ 19:03] (3/6)

thanks for the link - I have bookmarked it for my future use! (No Text) <Lothirienne> [12/26 @ 21:42] (0/0)
I think father is 'adar' (No Text) <jadeshadow> [12/26 @ 19:16] (0/0)
Try the Ardalambion site <Watson> [12/26 @ 19:12] (1/3)

Atar.... (No Text - Link Inside) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/26 @ 19:26] (1/2)

I knew it began with an A... <Watson> [12/26 @ 20:11] (1/1)

My link.... <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/26 @ 22:17] (0/0)

History of the ring <diorj> [12/26 @ 18:25] (2/2)

Try Unfinished Tales <Watson> [12/26 @ 19:14] (0/0)
Well... <Varda Elentari> [12/26 @ 18:30] (0/0)

what are the powers of the wizards? <gianthobbit> [12/26 @ 16:27] (2/4)

I'll tell you this... <Varda Elentari> [12/26 @ 17:21] (1/2)

That's true and ... <Linduin> [12/26 @ 17:37] (1/1)

Yes, much like the Valar who <Steward o Love> [12/26 @ 19:41] (0/0)

Unfinished Tales has a chapter called "The Istari" tells it all (No Text) <Eglarest> [12/26 @ 16:29] (0/0)

What are ALL the themes of LotR? <Curious> [12/26 @ 15:28] (10/11)

Most likely being redundant, but here goes... <Nimfalma Took> [12/27 @ 16:37] (0/0)
MIne <Morwen> [12/27 @ 14:44] (0/0)
Faith, Hope, and Charity <Golfimbul> [12/27 @ 5:37] (0/0)
I am sure mine are repeats of some others <Lothirienne> [12/26 @ 21:41] (0/0)
may I add .. <Goldilocks Took> [12/26 @ 20:49] (0/0)
Here's a long list: <iowaboy> [12/26 @ 20:05] (0/0)
1) Keep your hands to yourself. <Reverend> [12/26 @ 19:20] (1/1)

And stick with your buddy. (No Text) <Golfimbul> [12/27 @ 5:34] (0/0)

cool question, here goes :-) <Nemain> [12/26 @ 19:13] (0/0)
Themes <Jana> [12/26 @ 18:47] (0/0)
fear of answering BIG questions? <summertime> [12/26 @ 16:35] (0/0)

Saruman of many colors? <Goldilocks Took> [12/26 @ 12:43] (2/4)

Saruman was considered... <Watson> [12/26 @ 14:14] (2/2)

Thank you!! (No Text) <Goldilocks Took> [12/27 @ 18:49] (0/0)
Very informative, Watson. Thanks! (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/26 @ 19:16] (0/0)

'//izards <Eglarest> [12/26 @ 13:11] (0/0)

The Creation of the Ents? <Brown Radagast> [12/26 @ 12:06] (1/4)

Ents were created by Yavanna <Eglarest> [12/26 @ 13:14] (1/3)

aare you certain <Brown Radagast> [12/26 @ 13:41] (1/2)

No, Eglarest was correct <Lorien-lover> [12/26 @ 14:51] (1/1)

thanks (No Text) <Brown Radagast> [12/26 @ 15:47] (0/0)

Of Feanor and his Sons <Ainagil> [12/26 @ 9:19] (5/10)

You are the first and only admirer I have met. <Curious> [12/27 @ 4:15] (0/0)
Don't like em' <Alendriel> [12/26 @ 20:47] (0/0)
I do like Maglor out of his sons. <Nemain> [12/26 @ 19:18] (0/0)
Feanor and sons <Linduin> [12/26 @ 10:37] (0/0)
I have a theory.... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 10:16] (2/5)

despair <aethelstan> [12/26 @ 13:58] (1/3)

Elves don't really .... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 15:09] (1/2)

It's so "weird" <Unguitian> [12/26 @ 21:48] (1/1)

how about the kinslaying? (No Text) <Arador> [12/27 @ 0:53] (0/0)

that was Celegorm's henchmen <Arador> [12/26 @ 13:51] (0/0)

Did Melkor put up much of a fightt in War Of The Wrath or was he just crushed? <Reddevil> [12/26 @ 4:34] (1/3)

The flying dragons almost turned the tide. <Curious> [12/26 @ 8:26] (1/2)

We might add... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 10:21] (1/1)

Well, that's a new (to me) way to look at it. <Tharangil> [12/26 @ 15:24] (0/0)

The Silmarillion: Of Aule and Yavanna <Taulec> [12/26 @ 1:20] (3/3)

Thanks <Taulec> [12/26 @ 11:43] (0/0)
Yavanna and the ents... <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/26 @ 6:26] (0/0)
My take on this... <Silverlode> [12/26 @ 2:26] (0/0)

Where is the passage on Dwarves <Steward o Love> [12/25 @ 22:34] (1/2)

it's in Appendix A <Arador> [12/25 @ 22:58] (1/1)

thanks a bundle! (No Text) <Steward o Love> [12/26 @ 7:55] (0/0)

Age and giving up the Ring... <white owl> [12/25 @ 19:24] (3/6)

Possible Reasons <mendil> [12/27 @ 9:58] (0/0)
If you read the book carefully, <Curious> [12/26 @ 11:47] (0/0)
im of the opinion <Idaho> [12/25 @ 19:48] (2/3)

he is already so aged <Firielami > [12/25 @ 20:08] (1/1)

at his 111 <Idaho> [12/25 @ 20:24] (0/0)

perhaps "doesnt age at all" <Idaho> [12/25 @ 19:59] (0/0)

LOTR and a good religion? <Pootie-mir> [12/25 @ 17:09] (6/14)

ummm.... <ReaderOfTolkien> [12/26 @ 9:12] (0/0)
Movie vs. books. <Curious> [12/26 @ 7:48] (0/0)
The Silmarillion has all that you are looking for. <Reverend> [12/25 @ 18:18] (1/1)

Thank you Reverend once again <Goldilocks Took> [12/25 @ 20:51] (0/0)

Saruman <Ataahua> [12/25 @ 17:47] (0/0)
Hold onto your hat!! <Goldilocks Took> [12/25 @ 17:45] (1/5)

Tolkien himself <Ataahua> [12/25 @ 17:49] (1/4)

Thank you I have read <Goldilocks Took> [12/25 @ 18:03] (1/3)

Yes I'm glad his works aren't an allergy either. <Ataahua> [12/25 @ 20:21] (2/2)

Allegory you mean:) <Silverfoot> [12/25 @ 21:49] (0/0)
Oops thats the stuff of nightmares!!! <Goldilocks Took> [12/25 @ 20:54] (0/0)

it's Christmas..here's a very brief answer <Arador> [12/25 @ 17:45] (2/2)

Elbereth <Silverfoot> [12/25 @ 21:57] (0/0)
Thanks all :) <Pootie-mir> [12/25 @ 18:34] (0/0)

How di Gil-Galad die? <Xenarwen> [12/25 @ 13:31] (5/13)

In conclusion there was so much fighting going on that no one really knows how he died ;) <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/26 @ 7:28] (1/1)

In spirit, of course. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/26 @ 17:16] (0/0)

Slammed through a table by Sauron after being hit with a chair...a.k.a. "Grappled" with him and lost. (No Text) <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/26 @ 0:46] (0/0)
If i'm not mistaken..... <Groovicles> [12/25 @ 20:53] (0/0)
He 'grappled' with Sauron... <Reverend> [12/25 @ 18:07] (2/4)

In which book is this described? <Hugrim31> [12/25 @ 21:41] (1/2)

Sorry,... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 15:40] (1/1)

Isildur says Gil-galad died from Sauron's heat. <Curious> [12/26 @ 17:29] (0/0)

So... <Varda Elentari> [12/25 @ 19:57] (0/0)

I seem to remember.. <Varda Elentari> [12/25 @ 13:55] (1/3)

wasn't he set on fire by sauron... <sinnuhe> [12/25 @ 14:05] (2/2)

Yes indeed.... <TurinKiwi> [12/26 @ 11:21] (0/0)
Ooh... <Varda Elentari> [12/25 @ 14:18] (0/0)

Merry Christmas Everyone! <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/25 @ 8:32] (2/2)

psst..Throndor... <Varda Elentari> [12/25 @ 9:20] (0/0)
merry christmas... <eurotrash> [12/25 @ 8:59] (0/0)

Frodo and the Mithril <Lamarne> [12/25 @ 7:50] (1/1)

Mithril.... <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/25 @ 8:28] (0/0)

Did Manwe call for support of Eru because the Valar couldn't handle the Numenor? <Reddevil> [12/25 @ 6:34] (4/5)

Valinor is in quarantine from <Curious> [12/26 @ 7:10] (0/0)
Not at all <Groovicles> [12/25 @ 20:55] (0/0)
Hardly. <Reverend> [12/25 @ 6:51] (0/0)
I mean.. <Reddevil> [12/25 @ 6:42] (1/1)

Maybe, just maybe.... <PhantomS> [12/26 @ 0:24] (0/0)

If Sauron reclaimed the ring <Lorien-lover> [12/24 @ 17:06] (3/4)

I always thought.... <Groovicles> [12/25 @ 20:59] (0/0)
Going by the Unfinished Tales <Acathalion> [12/25 @ 6:52] (0/0)
I think they'll abandon it..unless Tulkas/Ulmo feel differently <Arador> [12/24 @ 17:59] (1/1)

Unless Eru gives them a swift kick <Watson> [12/24 @ 19:28] (0/0)

what power do the rings of power have? <gaint hobbit> [12/24 @ 14:28] (3/5)

My theory: <Curious> [12/26 @ 13:21] (0/0)
Try this. (No Text - Link Inside) <Acathalion> [12/25 @ 11:23] (0/0)
This is not real clear. <Reverend> [12/24 @ 16:03] (1/2)

didnt the <Idaho> [12/25 @ 5:25] (1/1)

Yes, but that... <Reverend> [12/25 @ 6:55] (0/0)

Aragorn and Arwen are related?! <BrambleroseBrandybuck> [12/24 @ 14:07] (2/3)

Don't forget, <PhantomS> [12/26 @ 0:33] (0/0)
Yes, they are... <Silverlode> [12/24 @ 16:58] (1/1)

And...do they not both have Maiar blood from Melian? (No Text) <Alendriel> [12/26 @ 20:36] (0/0)

Unsung heros of the Silmarillion <Ainagil> [12/24 @ 12:53] (9/27)

Mablung, of course. He's got the whole package. (No Text) <summertime> [12/26 @ 15:50] (1/1)

okay, and Onwe. He's more sung, but extra points for diligence. (No Text) <summertime> [12/26 @ 15:53] (0/0)

How about Hunthor? <Curious> [12/26 @ 11:38] (2/2)

Strange stuff. <Reverend> [12/26 @ 22:42] (0/0)
Sorry, Rev, can't read your post. (No Text) <Curious> [12/26 @ 20:42] (0/0)

What does "unsung" exactly mean? <Silverfoot> [12/25 @ 22:11] (1/1)

lol, unsung, it means like, they were importartant but they didn't receive as much attention. :P (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/26 @ 9:13] (0/0)

Hurin isn't unsung <Silverfoot> [12/25 @ 22:06] (0/0)
Mim the petty dwarf... <sinnuhe> [12/25 @ 13:46] (2/2)

Ugh. Mim.... <Varda Elentari> [12/25 @ 14:26] (0/0)
I agree, yay for mim! <Raain> [12/25 @ 13:50] (0/0)

Most likely Beleg... <Varda Elentari> [12/24 @ 18:09] (2/2)

Turin and Turgon..and btw I choose Mablung as well <PhantomS> [12/26 @ 0:12] (0/0)
Beleg! <Silverfoot> [12/25 @ 22:14] (0/0)

The most unsung would have to be... <Reverend> [12/24 @ 18:08] (1/6)

If you find out whatshisname's name... <Varda Elentari> [12/24 @ 18:11] (1/5)

Gwindor! (No Text) <Reverend> [12/24 @ 18:14] (4/4)

Gwindor made a BIG mistake. <Curious> [12/26 @ 11:30] (0/0)
ah, poor gwindor, all he ever did was be a nice guy :( (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/26 @ 9:21] (0/0)
*salutes* (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/25 @ 20:36] (0/0)
Aah!! Thanks!!! <Varda Elentari> [12/24 @ 18:47] (0/0)

I don't think Feanor is a recognized hero, neither's Galadriel... <Arador> [12/24 @ 18:01] (1/2)

why not Feanor or Galdriel? .... (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/25 @ 6:55] (1/1)

Feanor for one a huge troublemaker <LordM> [12/25 @ 13:43] (0/0)

Darn it <Idaho> [12/24 @ 15:15] (1/2)

wow, good ones, I guess we all love Beleg huh? (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/25 @ 6:54] (1/1)

kinda <Idaho> [12/25 @ 13:14] (0/0)

How old in Legolas? <Llewellyne> [12/24 @ 11:14] (4/12)

Best guess: 500-600. (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/26 @ 7:29] (1/4)

OT: Is Martinez using... <Reverend> [12/26 @ 15:59] (1/3)

Yes. (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/26 @ 20:48] (1/2)

Um, ...so what? <Reverend> [12/26 @ 22:23] (1/1)

Since I have not read most of HoME, <Curious> [12/27 @ 4:06] (0/0)

Old enough to call Aragorn and Gimli 'you children.' (No Text) <Reverend> [12/24 @ 18:11] (0/0)
I odn't beleive the actual age of legolas is ever named, however, due to references it's safe to say he's over 500 (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/24 @ 12:48] (2/3)

What references make you think this, i'm intrigued now :-) (No Text) <LordM> [12/25 @ 13:53] (1/1)

I was thinking of the one where he calls gimli and aragorn children (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/26 @ 9:24] (0/0)

sorry for my many typos (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/24 @ 12:48] (0/0)

answers: <elvenhobbit84> [12/24 @ 11:35] (1/1)

Actually, nobody knows. <Aydria Elenlinn> [12/24 @ 12:24] (0/0)

Elven King in the Hobbit? <even_star> [12/24 @ 8:35] (1/1)

Yep <LOTR_nutcase> [12/24 @ 9:11] (0/0)

Elvish = Hebrew/Arabic/Aramaic? <Pootie-mir> [12/23 @ 21:57] (5/16)

arabic and quenya <sinnuhe> [12/25 @ 13:49] (0/0)
Elvish <Linduin> [12/25 @ 9:37] (0/0)
Wrong language <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/24 @ 0:02] (0/0)
Answers: <NZ Strider> [12/23 @ 22:25] (1/7)

I see his point, though <Watson> [12/24 @ 5:45] (3/6)

It turns out that this resemblance <NZ Strider> [12/25 @ 20:05] (0/0)
Hey, I'm a "she" ;) <Pootie-mir> [12/24 @ 14:06] (1/1)

Hard to tell these days... <Watson> [12/24 @ 16:55] (0/0)

I don't know much about hebrew <Amatire> [12/24 @ 6:41] (1/2)

Biblical names - Moria, Sirion and Endor (No Text) <Stanislaus Bocian> [12/24 @ 9:55] (1/1)

In Letter Nr. 297 Tolkien <NZ Strider> [12/25 @ 20:28] (0/0)

I'm pretty sure <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/23 @ 22:18] (1/4)

scandinavian <Puki> [12/24 @ 7:49] (1/3)

yeah, those Finno-Ugric languages are tough to decipher... <Pootie-mir> [12/24 @ 14:10] (1/2)

Finish ain't the only one. . . <Steward o Love> [12/25 @ 10:04] (1/1)

Latvian? <Draupne> [12/27 @ 2:13] (0/0)

Beorn <Dlz> [12/23 @ 21:52] (2/7)

Beorn, whose name just means <NZ Strider> [12/23 @ 22:36] (2/5)

Bears in particular seem to be able to... <Kathira> [12/24 @ 22:52] (0/0)
And the other part of the philological joke <Blue Wizard> [12/24 @ 7:19] (1/3)

Before modern beehives were invented <Kimi> [12/24 @ 15:03] (2/2)

Thanks Kimi <Kiskadee> [12/25 @ 22:22] (0/0)
The things I learn on this board... (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/25 @ 20:09] (0/0)

There is a mention of "Beornings" somewhere...can't remember.... (No Text) <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/23 @ 22:19] (0/0)

One of my friends wanted to know... <tygrestick> [12/23 @ 21:18] (4/4)

It's not that complicated. . . <Steward o Love> [12/25 @ 9:48] (0/0)
I think... <Dlz> [12/23 @ 22:00] (0/0)
I can't remember either... <Aydria Elenlinn> [12/23 @ 21:46] (0/0)
It's not so much the pool, I think, <Ataahua> [12/23 @ 21:41] (0/0)

On the Witch King <Eowyn Sister-Daughter> [12/23 @ 20:53] (1/2)

i doubt the witch king <Idaho> [12/23 @ 21:54] (1/1)

i always <Idaho> [12/23 @ 22:10] (0/0)

Sam calling Frodo Mr. Frodo <IthilElentari> [12/23 @ 20:30] (1/2)

They're still of different classes. <Ataahua> [12/23 @ 20:51] (1/1)

also <Eowyn Sister-Daughter> [12/23 @ 20:56] (0/0)

Q. Who among the Eldar do you think were the 3 greatest masters of song. <Nemain> [12/23 @ 20:03] (1/2)

The ranking of Tolkien himself <PhantomS> [12/24 @ 3:25] (1/1)

Good answer. Although <Curious> [12/26 @ 7:01] (0/0)

Tom Bombadil(spelling?) <legofreek> [12/23 @ 19:09] (2/3)

He will be last, as he was first. <Curious> [12/24 @ 6:04] (0/0)
one of those enduring mysteries... <Nemain> [12/23 @ 19:22] (1/1)

Radagast and the Blue Istari did not return <Curious> [12/24 @ 6:54] (0/0)

Why build Isengard? <Lorien-lover> [12/23 @ 18:32] (4/4)

To guard the Gap of Rohan. <Curious> [12/24 @ 7:00] (0/0)
it wasn't really Gondor <PhantomS> [12/24 @ 3:34] (0/0)
A home for the Palaintir as far as I know. (No Text) <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/23 @ 18:38] (0/0)
Isengard was a Fortress. <Nemain> [12/23 @ 18:38] (0/0)

Narsil? Anduril? <Alendriel> [12/23 @ 18:15] (3/3)

Narsil was its original name (Q Sun-Moon) <Nemain> [12/23 @ 18:45] (0/0)
Narsil/Anduril <Malvegil> [12/23 @ 18:26] (0/0)
A remade sword needs a new name. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/23 @ 18:19] (0/0)

Why not encase the ring? <SilmarilPhoenix> [12/23 @ 17:59] (7/12)

Also- <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/23 @ 21:59] (0/0)
we need a plot line of some kind... (No Text) <aranelvalie> [12/23 @ 20:25] (0/0)
it would be interesting to know... <Eowyn Sister-Daughter> [12/23 @ 19:33] (0/0)
Interesting.... <Patty> [12/23 @ 18:44] (0/0)
It is an interesting idea :-) <Nemain> [12/23 @ 18:21] (0/0)
It would prevent it from being worn, but... <Watson> [12/23 @ 18:19] (1/3)

Another but... <Dlz> [12/23 @ 18:25] (1/2)

Yes... <Watson> [12/23 @ 18:40] (1/1)

ohhh.... <Dlz> [12/23 @ 18:45] (0/0)

Don't you suppose <Curious> [12/23 @ 18:03] (2/2)

eh <Raain> [12/24 @ 21:40] (0/0)
Good answer. Thank you, <Kimi> [12/23 @ 18:14] (0/0)

to Watson and Reverend <Lorien-lover> [12/23 @ 17:12] (4/5)

Aw, thanks :) <Watson> [12/23 @ 18:05] (0/0)
Thanks to all the regulars for being there for us <summertime> [12/23 @ 18:02] (0/0)
No, thank you for making me feel important. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/23 @ 17:46] (0/0)
I second that. Thanks, you two! (No Text) <Varda Elentari> [12/23 @ 17:15] (1/1)

I'll third it!!! thank you!!! (No Text) <Goldilocks Took> [12/26 @ 12:35] (0/0)

Check out NZ Strider on the home page! <Curious> [12/23 @ 16:48] (8/11)

Showing your quality, NZStrider <Acathalion> [12/24 @ 6:05] (0/0)
Way to go NZ Strider! And he used to live in my part of the world too woohoooo ! (No Text) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/23 @ 22:03] (0/0)
I saw that article:-) so cool <Nemain> [12/23 @ 18:08] (0/0)
*applauds* <Aydria Elenlinn> [12/23 @ 17:48] (0/0)
Excellent job, NZ Strider! <Idril Celebrindal> [12/23 @ 17:25] (0/0)
Well-deserved fame! <Kimi> [12/23 @ 17:09] (0/0)
Wow. We knew him when. Ironically, <summertime> [12/23 @ 17:05] (1/3)

I theenk thet's vhy. <Curious> [12/23 @ 17:10] (1/2)

lol. but *stop* that is so annoying ;) (No Text) <summertime> [12/23 @ 18:00] (1/1)

OK. Just Reverend. <Curious> [12/23 @ 18:04] (0/0)

Or shuoold I sey, <Curious> [12/23 @ 17:03] (0/0)

Was Smaug anywhere near the power and size of Glaurung and Ancalagon? <Reddevil> [12/23 @ 16:34] (2/9)

No. <Curious> [12/23 @ 16:44] (1/1)

Plus, the rule of thumb in Tolkien's <Curious> [12/23 @ 17:25] (0/0)

There is a sad lack of statistical detail. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 16:42] (1/6)

Um, yes he was. <Curious> [12/23 @ 16:46] (1/5)

Hmmm, I'm confused. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 17:56] (3/4)

Er, yes. <PhantomS> [12/24 @ 3:39] (0/0)
I thought he did in Glorfindel... <summertime> [12/23 @ 18:13] (1/1)

No, <Curious> [12/24 @ 4:34] (0/0)

Nu. Oonly Belrugs. <Curious> [12/23 @ 17:59] (0/0)

My poor old Silmarillian <Ainagil> [12/23 @ 16:25] (1/1)

I've got a hardcover edition with <Kimi> [12/23 @ 16:37] (0/0)

how old... <eurotrash> [12/23 @ 16:19] (2/4)

are you asking in the book?? <Goldilocks Took> [12/23 @ 16:31] (1/2)

Yeah, but isn't Frodo a bachelor too? <Pootie-mir> [12/25 @ 16:43] (1/1)

I think it was pretty unusual <Goldilocks Took> [12/26 @ 12:38] (0/0)

Frodo: 50. <Kimi> [12/23 @ 16:28] (0/0)

A question about Galadriel <Varda Elentari> [12/23 @ 13:11] (1/3)

Galadriel <Linduin> [12/23 @ 13:51] (1/2)

Galadriel <Pootie-mir> [12/23 @ 21:49] (1/1)

Yep. She's the mother-in law of Elrond. <PhantomS> [12/24 @ 3:44] (0/0)

It must end eventually, I suppose. <pooperscooper> [12/23 @ 9:10] (9/10)

Yes, and what many have done <Raain> [12/24 @ 21:44] (0/0)
You're in good company. <Alendriel> [12/23 @ 21:10] (0/0)
As you will find here most <Goldilocks Took> [12/23 @ 16:40] (0/0)
I've read <Linduin> [12/23 @ 13:57] (0/0)
I cry every time... <Varda Elentari> [12/23 @ 13:18] (0/0)
I know!! <summertime> [12/23 @ 11:15] (1/1)

I just began The Silmarillion.. <pooperscooper> [12/23 @ 11:36] (0/0)

But you're not nearly there. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 9:53] (0/0)
A lot of new readers feel that way <Watson> [12/23 @ 9:24] (0/0)
oops.. Hildur = Haldir.. n/t <pooperscooper> [12/23 @ 9:14] (0/0)

eowyn's love <oblio> [12/23 @ 7:57] (4/5)

As an aside <Tanguera> [12/23 @ 8:50] (0/0)
several reasons <Annael> [12/23 @ 8:29] (1/1)

oh yes! <oblio> [12/23 @ 8:41] (0/0)

ahhhh...let's see <summertime> [12/23 @ 8:24] (0/0)
To drive her to suicidal despair, silly. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/23 @ 8:14] (0/0)

another dwarf left in Moria?? <ob1thx1138> [12/23 @ 6:16] (6/7)

The orcs are miners too. But <Curious> [12/26 @ 14:35] (0/0)
it is an interesting idea <ob1thx1138> [12/24 @ 4:50] (0/0)
No survivors, I'm afraid <PhantomS> [12/24 @ 3:48] (0/0)
The orcs were supposedly great smiths as well. <Nemain> [12/23 @ 18:12] (0/0)
My thoughts <ob1thx1138> [12/23 @ 8:21] (0/0)
Um... <IthilElentari> [12/23 @ 8:07] (1/1)

Dwarf ghosts? (No Text) <Reverend> [12/23 @ 8:13] (0/0)

Swedish translation of Theodens... <Agrippa> [12/23 @ 5:44] (2/13)

Here you go! <Jocko Drakdödare®> [12/23 @ 11:24] (2/2)

Thanks! <Agrippa> [12/23 @ 17:15] (0/0)
Interesting <Blue Wizard> [12/23 @ 12:07] (0/0)

Based on Tolkien's reaction <Blue Wizard> [12/23 @ 6:20] (1/9)

Im aware of that... <Agrippa> [12/23 @ 6:35] (1/8)

I don't have it in Swedish, but I do have it in <Blue Wizard> [12/23 @ 6:53] (4/7)

LOL! What a great link! <Silverlode> [12/23 @ 18:46] (0/0)
Bless You <Reverend> [12/23 @ 15:17] (1/2)

I theenk <Curious> [12/23 @ 17:01] (1/1)

Frunkly, I'm tempted tu try zee oozeer feetoores ooff Blooe-a Veezrd's vunderffool seete-a. Fur ixemple-a: <Reverend> [12/23 @ 18:30] (0/0)

Curious, I hope this was in your RR link of the day! (No Text) <Moiraine> [12/23 @ 14:51] (1/1)

Blue Wizard <Curious> [12/23 @ 15:56] (0/0)

ROFL! (No Text) <Agrippa> [12/23 @ 7:05] (0/0)

Questions about the Ringwraiths <pboy2k5> [12/23 @ 2:31] (1/3)

This is getting asked a lot lately. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 6:40] (1/2)

wow, this is strange... <Eowyn Sister-Daughter> [12/23 @ 20:10] (1/1)

There are two Gothmogs. <Curious> [12/24 @ 4:37] (0/0)

orcs vs elven magic query <HIGH above the North> [12/23 @ 1:42] (1/1)

I think twas Jackson <Galathien> [12/23 @ 2:05] (0/0)

The Argonath <Steph> [12/22 @ 23:46] (1/3)

Your answer ;...... :) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/23 @ 0:04] (1/2)

Thank you Shieldmaiden....... <Steph> [12/23 @ 10:14] (1/1)

The one on the left, I believe ? ;) (No Text) <WhiteLadyEowyn> [12/23 @ 12:11] (0/0)

Regarding the Halls of Mandos <babysavr> [12/22 @ 22:20] (5/14)

Humans... <Watson> [12/23 @ 5:13] (1/7)

OK, let me see if I got this straight...... <babysavr> [12/23 @ 8:15] (2/6)

Tolkien implies that most elves don't return <Curious> [12/25 @ 4:33] (0/0)
Close, but you're not confused enough. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 8:36] (2/4)

About Arwen... <Watson> [12/23 @ 9:11] (0/0)
Another question..... <babysavr> [12/23 @ 8:55] (2/2)

The Halls are a place of healing. <Curious> [12/25 @ 4:26] (0/0)
I don't believe... <Watson> [12/23 @ 9:19] (0/0)

The Hotel Theory, by PhantomS <PhantomS> [12/23 @ 1:28] (0/0)
Did Tolkien ever say... <Golfimbul> [12/23 @ 0:56] (1/2)

"There is no marriage in Heaven" <babysavr> [12/23 @ 8:23] (1/1)

"You will be known as you are known." (No Text) <Alendriel> [12/23 @ 21:55] (0/0)

Where are the Halls? <Steph> [12/22 @ 23:48] (0/0)
I think the whole point... <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 22:26] (0/0)

Opposites <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 20:51] (3/6)

Tolkien several times.... <Reverend> [12/23 @ 6:21] (0/0)
Those are rumours <PhantomS> [12/23 @ 1:34] (0/0)
Hmmm.... <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 21:03] (2/3)

Mockery of Ents? That's Treebeard's Opinion <Ostadan> [12/23 @ 8:23] (0/0)
Just something overheard (No Text) <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 21:14] (1/1)

Probably heard it from me, huh? <A_Tossed_Dwarf> [12/23 @ 22:04] (0/0)

Volunteering... (read on) <Nimfalma Took> [12/22 @ 20:43] (2/2)

For Blue and all others: apologies for lack of clarity <Nimfalma Took> [12/23 @ 9:05] (0/0)
On THIS board? <Blue Wizard> [12/23 @ 6:35] (0/0)

Summary of book to film changes for TTT <Johnny Walker> [12/22 @ 19:50] (2/5)

More the huorns, who were not in the movie. <Curious> [12/22 @ 20:17] (0/0)
You are correct. <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 19:58] (1/3)

A bit of timing needed <PhantomS> [12/23 @ 1:01] (1/2)

Thanks! I just wonder what possible reason they had to change it??? (No Text) <Johnny Walker> [12/23 @ 2:59] (1/1)

Take your pick . . . <Moiraine> [12/23 @ 14:50] (0/0)

I've always wondered: <Johnny Walker> [12/22 @ 19:48] (3/5)

Tolkien also wanted <Curious> [12/23 @ 11:29] (0/0)
Answers: <NZ Strider> [12/22 @ 22:20] (1/1)

Thank you!!! (No Text) <Johnny Walker> [12/23 @ 2:57] (0/0)

presentation <elfwing_angel> [12/22 @ 19:51] (1/1)

Never envisaged Gimli as slim ;-) (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 19:59] (0/0)

I'm just wondering <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 19:29] (1/2)

Tolkien Society? <Metal Gold Knight> [12/22 @ 19:46] (1/1)

Yes... <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 19:49] (0/0)

I've put this off long enough <summertime> [12/22 @ 18:16] (1/18)

The answer is yes, no, and maybe. <Reverend> [12/22 @ 19:06] (2/17)

The Nandor did not sail. <Curious> [12/23 @ 8:12] (1/15)

I know ... <Reverend> [12/23 @ 8:22] (1/14)

So it's <summertime> [12/23 @ 8:40] (1/13)

Someone has to <Curious> [12/23 @ 9:04] (2/12)

well... <summertime> [12/23 @ 10:55] (1/3)

See below. <Curious> [12/23 @ 12:16] (1/2)

the halls of mandos <summertime> [12/23 @ 12:45] (1/1)

It's purgatory, <Curious> [12/23 @ 13:10] (0/0)

All of this does tend to raise the question: <Watson> [12/23 @ 10:45] (1/7)

All Children of Iluvatar <Curious> [12/23 @ 12:14] (1/6)

Hmm, now... <Watson> [12/23 @ 13:08] (2/5)

We here.... <Reverend> [12/23 @ 14:43] (2/3)

Yes... <Watson> [12/23 @ 18:31] (0/0)
Except huorns are not <Curious> [12/23 @ 14:48] (1/1)

I assume... <Reverend> [12/23 @ 14:58] (0/0)

Good question. <Curious> [12/23 @ 13:17] (0/0)

aha. thanks, that explains it! (No Text) <summertime> [12/22 @ 19:23] (0/0)

grey havens <AzaliaGreenleaf> [12/22 @ 18:09] (2/2)

Definatley the Sil! (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 18:33] (0/0)
hmmm... have you read the Silmarillion? (No Text) <summertime> [12/22 @ 18:20] (0/0)

Message for NZ Strider <Demosthenes> [12/22 @ 17:03] (0/0)

So how many could actually wield/use the ring? <Reddevil> [12/22 @ 14:46] (3/14)

Actually... <Watson> [12/22 @ 15:21] (1/4)

If only another Maia can use it why does Sauron Appear to fear aragorn? (No Text) <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/22 @ 20:03] (3/3)

I doubt Sauron knew what would happen <Annael> [12/23 @ 8:33] (0/0)
His biggest fear was... <PhantomS> [12/23 @ 1:04] (0/0)
I don't believe Tolkien gave a specific explanation... <Watson> [12/22 @ 20:49] (0/0)

wield the Ring <Linduin> [12/22 @ 14:58] (0/0)
huh? <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 14:51] (1/7)

No you see... <Reddevil> [12/22 @ 15:01] (1/6)

hmm again <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 15:06] (1/5)

Stick to the book... <Reddevil> [12/22 @ 15:12] (1/4)

Ok just listen to Watson <Reddevil> [12/22 @ 15:29] (1/3)

umm no <Moriquendi> [12/22 @ 15:37] (2/2)

Since I quoted one of Tolkien's own letters.... <Watson> [12/22 @ 16:47] (0/0)
"There are still 4 fingers on the black hand" <Reddevil> [12/22 @ 15:51] (0/0)

What exactly is Sorcery considered? <Bloody_Barnabas> [12/22 @ 12:54] (2/3)

As I understand it.... <Reverend> [12/22 @ 16:51] (1/1)

There is also necromancy. <Curious> [12/25 @ 4:11] (0/0)

hmmm <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 14:31] (0/0)

The powers of the Wizards? Tolkiens meaning and intentions? <Bloody_Barnabas> [12/22 @ 12:47] (4/5)

As I said when you posted this on the Movie board, <Curious> [12/25 @ 3:59] (0/0)
Magic in tolkien <Mahf> [12/22 @ 20:13] (0/0)
Tolkien's feelings about "magic" <Watson> [12/22 @ 13:08] (0/0)
Good points <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 13:07] (1/1)

Yes, you are both correct... <Bloody_Barnabas> [12/22 @ 17:27] (0/0)

A few words for folks new to the Reading Room <Watson> [12/22 @ 12:33] (5/5)

ty Watson, and ty for your review. <Nemain> [12/23 @ 19:34] (0/0)
Thank you for that bit of info (No Text) <Metal Gold Knight> [12/22 @ 14:45] (0/0)
good points..ty (No Text) <Ainagil> [12/22 @ 14:06] (0/0)
new to reading room <Ringlette> [12/22 @ 13:00] (0/0)
Thanks for that, Watson. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/22 @ 12:45] (0/0)

Rule a Kingdom! <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 12:09] (2/3)

Well now. <Reverend> [12/23 @ 15:08] (0/0)
kingdom rule <Ringlette> [12/22 @ 12:12] (1/1)

kingdom <Linduin> [12/22 @ 12:22] (0/0)

I was just rereading UT on wizards... <Reverend> [12/22 @ 10:49] (1/1)

He does say that, but... <Watson> [12/22 @ 11:04] (0/0)

Radagast "Shape shifting" <Linduin> [12/22 @ 9:55] (1/2)

My Utterly Unsupported Theory is... <Reverend> [12/22 @ 10:38] (1/1)

I'm not sure If I agree..... <Ainagil> [12/22 @ 12:15] (0/0)

Has Melkor a “Achilles’heel” ? <elspeth_heather> [12/22 @ 9:54] (2/5)

Babes, hot babes <Blue Wizard> [12/22 @ 16:19] (0/0)
Ungoliant.... <Reverend> [12/22 @ 10:43] (1/3)

Is he *that* cowardly? <TriMaster> [12/22 @ 12:57] (2/2)

He also loses power <Curious> [12/24 @ 9:00] (0/0)
Power isn't eveything... <Ainagil> [12/22 @ 14:04] (0/0)

Tolkien Reader <legofreek> [12/22 @ 9:48] (2/2)

YES! <Curious> [12/24 @ 8:35] (0/0)
It is... <Nimfalma Took> [12/22 @ 20:29] (0/0)

Question about weapons.. <Amatire> [12/22 @ 6:24] (3/6)

Blade glowing notes <PhantomS> [12/23 @ 1:18] (0/0)
All swords made by Elvish smiths *in the Elder Days* (i.e. 1st Age) glow: <NZ Strider> [12/22 @ 12:09] (1/1)

did they loose the skill? <Amatire> [12/24 @ 6:31] (0/0)

Yes <Sirion> [12/22 @ 7:08] (2/2)

that is one darned good website! <Amatire> [12/22 @ 9:39] (0/0)
Buy your own :o) (No Text - Link Inside) <Sirion> [12/22 @ 7:16] (0/0)

Of Bill the pony <Flame of Udûn> [12/22 @ 5:05] (1/1)

he's there... <jadeshadow> [12/22 @ 7:55] (0/0)

where in middle-earth... <eurotrash> [12/22 @ 1:54] (5/7)

Home in Middle-Earth <Linduin> [12/22 @ 13:29] (0/0)
ohhh good one <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 12:07] (0/0)
Mirkwood... <Ainagil> [12/22 @ 12:05] (0/0)
No contest <Sirion> [12/22 @ 4:55] (0/0)
good topic fun <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 1:58] (1/2)

I would go for Rivendale <Flame of Udûn> [12/22 @ 4:40] (1/1)

I guess Im just <Amatire> [12/22 @ 6:20] (0/0)

favorite tolkien poem <eurotrash> [12/22 @ 1:08] (3/5)

There's this one part in the lay of leithian.... <Ainagil> [12/22 @ 12:19] (0/0)
Those are cool.... <legofreek> [12/22 @ 9:03] (0/0)
that's one of my favourites... <jadeshadow> [12/22 @ 7:57] (1/2)

earendil <Gerald> [12/22 @ 10:42] (1/1)

hehe, I understand... <jadeshadow> [12/22 @ 20:18] (0/0)

Question about wizards <Sefirosu> [12/22 @ 0:01] (6/11)

Hmmm <ConieCooker> [12/22 @ 12:14] (0/0)
Maybe <Sirion> [12/22 @ 5:59] (0/0)
Oh yeah <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 1:33] (0/0)
Might be.... <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 1:21] (0/0)
Some answers: <Ataahua> [12/22 @ 0:36] (2/4)

White probably has symbolic meanings <Watson> [12/22 @ 6:43] (2/2)

There are also robes of the friars. <Curious> [12/24 @ 8:08] (0/0)
Good points about the priestly clothing. <Ataahua> [12/22 @ 22:21] (0/0)

maybe... <eurotrash> [12/22 @ 0:49] (0/0)

all i know... <eurotrash> [12/22 @ 0:06] (1/1)

White is the Chief Color <Bloody_Barnabas> [12/22 @ 13:07] (0/0)

middle-earth: good vs. evil - west vs. east <eurotrash> [12/21 @ 21:10] (5/6)

With regard to your... <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 17:14] (0/0)
War with the East <Stanislaus Bocian> [12/22 @ 16:14] (1/1)

Fascinating, as always. One thing <Curious> [12/24 @ 7:38] (0/0)

Not deliberate <Sirion> [12/22 @ 4:43] (0/0)
Well..... <AuDi666> [12/22 @ 1:46] (0/0)
You'll find any parallels you seek <Ataahua> [12/22 @ 0:46] (0/0)

Aragorn and the Ring <legofreek> [12/21 @ 20:36] (1/12)

Holding the Ring was never <NZ Strider> [12/21 @ 20:51] (2/11)

And besides... <Golfimbul> [12/22 @ 0:59] (0/0)
Then how is it <Ataahua> [12/22 @ 0:48] (3/9)

We don't actually know that Sam travelled West. <NZ Strider> [12/22 @ 12:05] (1/1)

Yes we do <Malvegil> [12/23 @ 18:00] (0/0)

Waitaminutehere! <IthilElentari> [12/22 @ 6:23] (0/0)
Eh? <Sirion> [12/22 @ 4:15] (1/5)

first of all... <eurotrash> [12/22 @ 4:21] (1/4)

TMA!!! (Too many acronyms) <Sirion> [12/22 @ 4:26] (2/3)

Sam leaves <Malvegil> [12/23 @ 18:06] (0/0)
Tigger fan? (No Text) <Flame of Udûn> [12/22 @ 5:16] (1/1)

Bouncy bouncy bouncy bouncy, fun fun fun fun fun! <Sirion> [12/22 @ 6:02] (0/0)

Just picked up *The Road Goes Ever On* -- <NZ Strider> [12/21 @ 20:11] (2/2)

The Road ... <Maire> [12/22 @ 20:15] (0/0)
oooo...... nice! <beren_boy> [12/22 @ 16:55] (0/0)

the wizards <eurotrash> [12/21 @ 20:10] (1/2)

Alatar and Pallando. <NZ Strider> [12/21 @ 20:26] (1/1)

thanks (No Text) <eurotrash> [12/21 @ 20:59] (0/0)

Is there an elvish-english dictionary? <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/21 @ 18:32] (3/4)

Yeah, a book. <shelob-phobic> [12/21 @ 20:34] (1/1)

Noel? Well, no. <Ostadan> [12/23 @ 8:13] (0/0)

i recommend <legolasrules> [12/21 @ 18:55] (0/0)
Not a complete one <Watson> [12/21 @ 18:53] (0/0)

Tulkas, our Best Friend <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 18:16] (4/5)

Tulkas <Groovicles> [12/22 @ 15:30] (0/0)
Heracles from above . . . <Pukel-man> [12/21 @ 19:56] (0/0)
Only a relative few of the Ainur entered Arda. <Reverend> [12/21 @ 18:40] (0/0)
What!? <ThorondorEagleofManwë> [12/21 @ 18:25] (1/1)

Tulkas' defeat of Melkor <NZ Strider> [12/21 @ 19:22] (0/0)

I can't seem to locate... <Dlz> [12/21 @ 17:26] (2/2)

Troops form Dol Guldur did ... <Reverend> [12/21 @ 18:43] (0/0)
yep, they were... <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 18:00] (0/0)

The Red Book of Westmarch <luckytucker> [12/21 @ 15:47] (1/1)

The Red Book of Westmarch is The Lord of The Rings. <Ufthak> [12/21 @ 15:55] (0/0)

What happens to Radagast? <Orc#9,876> [12/21 @ 14:54] (6/11)

Perhaps he sent the Eagles... <Bloody_Barnabas> [12/22 @ 13:20] (0/0)
Silly Wizard <Sirion> [12/22 @ 4:08] (0/0)
Tolkien writes in a Letter <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 18:12] (0/0)
He became a Slavonic god. <Reverend> [12/21 @ 16:53] (1/1)

Glad to hear it all worked out for him in the end. (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/21 @ 20:11] (0/0)

Don't think anyone knows about the Blues <Ufthak> [12/21 @ 15:49] (0/0)
Heres a theory I support <Elendil the Tall> [12/21 @ 15:24] (3/4)

*sitcom visions* . . . 'Oh, RADagast!' *canned laughter* (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/21 @ 20:13] (0/0)
Ah, this always makes fun reading! Thanks for reposting it. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/21 @ 19:17] (0/0)
wow <Orc#9,876> [12/21 @ 16:02] (1/1)

Acathalion came up with that, I just reposted it (No Text) <Elendil the Tall> [12/21 @ 16:24] (0/0)

I asked this in Movie Discussion but.... <legofreek> [12/21 @ 13:46] (3/6)

Dwarvish? <nisil> [12/21 @ 19:51] (0/0)
Most of the people on the movie discussion board... <Dlz> [12/21 @ 19:17] (1/1)

I agree <legofreek> [12/21 @ 20:10] (0/0)

nothing <Orc#9,876> [12/21 @ 14:57] (1/2)

But........ <legofreek> [12/21 @ 15:04] (1/1)

i forgot about that <Orc#9,876> [12/21 @ 15:09] (0/0)

What is...... <legofreek> [12/21 @ 13:16] (2/4)

i believe he <Idaho> [12/21 @ 13:42] (0/0)
Isildur's little brother. <Reverend> [12/21 @ 13:37] (2/2)

thanks for <Idaho> [12/21 @ 13:43] (0/0)
Thanks! (No Text) <legofreek> [12/21 @ 13:42] (0/0)

inconsistency <eurotrash> [12/21 @ 3:24] (4/4)

I belive... <nisil> [12/21 @ 19:59] (0/0)
Kind of like... <Endasil> [12/21 @ 10:44] (0/0)
In the book... <Watson> [12/21 @ 8:50] (0/0)
Discussed on a few occasions... <Nimfalma Took> [12/21 @ 6:07] (0/0)

Strictly...Orc! (put that man-flesh away) <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 2:22] (4/7)

As an orc, these questions pose no problems. <Ufthak> [12/21 @ 15:30] (1/1)

My spelling in the above post is really bad and I apologise. <Ufthak> [12/21 @ 15:39] (0/0)

A shot at a couple questions... <Nimfalma Took> [12/21 @ 6:27] (0/0)
I'll have a go <Sirion> [12/21 @ 6:27] (0/0)
That's easy. <Reverend> [12/21 @ 6:21] (1/2)

No, Bolg turned up at the Battle of Five Armies. <Ufthak> [12/21 @ 15:34] (1/1)

The quote:- <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 18:07] (0/0)

The Ring Goes South: Summary <Annael> [12/20 @ 11:52] (14/15)

Thanks, Annael (No Text) <Kimi> [12/22 @ 19:23] (0/0)
Thanks Annael! (No Text) <Kiskadee> [12/21 @ 20:22] (0/0)
Thank you Annael! <Altaira> [12/21 @ 8:46] (0/0)
Thanks, Annael! <Nimfalma Took> [12/21 @ 6:05] (0/0)
Great discussion, Annael! Thanks! (No Text) <Acathalion> [12/21 @ 3:22] (0/0)
I have never... <cabbage'n'taters> [12/21 @ 0:28] (0/0)
Thank you, Annael! Great discussion! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/20 @ 23:35] (0/0)
thanks for leading the discussion! (No Text) <Lothirienne> [12/20 @ 20:18] (0/0)
Thank you, great job! (No Text) <Curious> [12/20 @ 19:09] (0/0)
Thanks... <beren_boy> [12/20 @ 18:46] (0/0)
Thanks for the guided tour! (No Text) <notlost> [12/20 @ 18:45] (0/0)
Yer welcome, anytime. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/20 @ 16:04] (0/0)
Yes, thanks Annael! Great discussion. (No Text) <Morwen> [12/20 @ 13:47] (0/0)
no, thank YOU, Annael! (No Text) <Froda> [12/20 @ 13:39] (1/1)

thanks <Idaho> [12/20 @ 20:32] (0/0)

Translation please <Agrippa> [12/20 @ 9:09] (1/1)

Try this site -- (No Text - Link Inside) <Lottelita> [12/20 @ 9:11] (0/0)

The Ring Goes South 12: Eregion's past <Annael> [12/20 @ 8:11] (2/12)

I'm looking forward to... <notlost> [12/20 @ 18:45] (1/1)

Well hurry it up. <Reverend> [12/21 @ 6:26] (0/0)

It started out as Celebrimbor. <Reverend> [12/20 @ 8:56] (2/9)

I've put this off long enough... <summertime> [12/21 @ 17:18] (0/0)
What if Galadirel had married Celebrimbor? <Ainagil> [12/20 @ 14:13] (1/7)

Even better... <Reverend> [12/20 @ 15:57] (1/6)

And that would... <beren_boy> [12/20 @ 18:43] (1/5)

wouldnt celebrimbor <Idaho> [12/20 @ 19:17] (1/4)

Probably <beren_boy> [12/20 @ 19:39] (1/3)

i never disagreed <Idaho> [12/20 @ 20:00] (1/2)

lol..... sorry....... <beren_boy> [12/20 @ 20:02] (1/1)

no need to be sorry man <Idaho> [12/20 @ 20:30] (0/0)

Nope! The Ring Goes South 11: Eregion <Annael> [12/20 @ 8:03] (5/8)

It's a tough question, all right... <notlost> [12/20 @ 18:41] (0/0)
Yes, this is very tough. <Morwen> [12/20 @ 13:13] (0/0)
That is tough <Kiskadee> [12/20 @ 9:40] (2/2)

Can't say I'd go for... <beren_boy> [12/20 @ 18:35] (0/0)
lol! enlist me right now! <Froda> [12/20 @ 10:59] (0/0)

Linden. <Reverend> [12/20 @ 8:44] (0/0)
Hard question! <Idril Celebrindal> [12/20 @ 8:42] (1/1)

I'll join you. My feelings too. (No Text) <Kimi> [12/22 @ 11:33] (0/0)

Is that it, Annael? If so, thank you! (No Text) <Curious> [12/20 @ 7:32] (0/0)

Best source for maps? <notlost> [12/19 @ 20:51] (2/4)

heres another good link (No Text - Link Inside) <eurotrash> [12/21 @ 17:12] (0/0)
Here are my favorites. (No Text - Link Inside) <Curious> [12/19 @ 22:05] (1/2)

Thanks for the link--do you have any you like in book/print format? (No Text) <notlost> [12/20 @ 18:38] (1/1)

Some hardback editions <Curious> [12/21 @ 8:51] (0/0)

the very ending <eurotrash> [12/19 @ 20:16] (3/5)

Sam's reaction <Groovicles> [12/20 @ 21:29] (0/0)
He was deeply sad... <cabbage'n'taters> [12/20 @ 6:44] (0/0)
I think that Sam feels the whole thing ... <Reverend> [12/19 @ 20:45] (2/2)

Plus, it would ruin the perfect melancholy... <notlost> [12/19 @ 21:01] (0/0)
i agree (No Text) <eurotrash> [12/19 @ 20:52] (0/0)

frodo's first <Chrono_Exile> [12/19 @ 19:54] (2/2)

he was probably..... <Groovicles> [12/20 @ 21:31] (0/0)
When Gandalf left Frodo <Curious> [12/19 @ 22:59] (0/0)

A question about a dream.. <Teleri_Maiden> [12/19 @ 17:46] (2/3)

Apsolutely <Groovicles> [12/20 @ 21:33] (0/0)
My theory on this is that... <beren_boy> [12/19 @ 18:15] (1/1)

here's my theory <Idaho> [12/19 @ 19:23] (0/0)

Newbie question on LOTR novels <pooperscooper> [12/19 @ 14:53] (2/12)

She can't go... <Watson> [12/19 @ 15:55] (1/10)

Another question. <pooperscooper> [12/19 @ 17:03] (3/9)

oh, so... <pooperscooper> [12/20 @ 9:14] (2/4)

For starters <PhantomS> [12/21 @ 2:07] (0/0)
Dead Elves... <Watson> [12/20 @ 14:42] (2/2)

so is this....? <Gerald> [12/21 @ 23:22] (0/0)
....which is a good name for a Rock Band. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/20 @ 16:05] (0/0)

pretty sure Valinor is... <Ainagil> [12/20 @ 7:20] (0/0)
The Grey Havens are a port... <Watson> [12/19 @ 18:46] (1/2)

wow! <pooperscooper> [12/19 @ 21:49] (1/1)

Most of it is in... <Watson> [12/20 @ 9:13] (0/0)

possible answer <lexchamilton> [12/19 @ 15:34] (0/0)

One more calendar message. <Curious> [12/19 @ 12:58] (3/5)

well, I worship my books every day...is that good enough of an homage to the man. (No Text) <Mim the Petty Dwarf> [12/19 @ 20:04] (0/0)
I like the ideas <Nimfalma Took> [12/19 @ 18:49] (1/2)

Great ideas! (and it's the 3rd) <Altaira> [12/20 @ 20:38] (1/1)

I like, I like! <Nimfalma Took> [12/21 @ 6:36] (0/0)

lol...you know Vanity Fair had a <summertime> [12/19 @ 17:23] (0/0)

And a beliated happy birthday to Kiskadee! <Curious> [12/19 @ 12:54] (2/3)

happy birthday :) <Idaho> [12/20 @ 7:09] (0/0)
Presents for you? <Kiskadee> [12/19 @ 20:59] (1/1)

Yeats is good. <Curious> [12/19 @ 22:02] (0/0)

The Reading Room discussion break, <Curious> [12/19 @ 12:52] (2/4)

About the calendar. <Lottelita> [12/19 @ 13:25] (1/1)

Are you out there Inferno? (No Text) <Curious> [12/19 @ 13:34] (0/0)

Thanks, Curious! <Nimfalma Took> [12/19 @ 12:55] (1/1)

Yes. I didn't answer below <Curious> [12/19 @ 13:00] (0/0)

The New Shadow <Henneth Annûn> [12/19 @ 11:30] (2/2)

update <Henneth Annûn> [12/19 @ 13:26] (0/0)
It's published in <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 12:15] (0/0)

Dedicated to JRRT and YOU ALL <Galathien> [12/19 @ 5:44] (5/5)

Thank you Galathien <Altaira> [12/20 @ 20:42] (0/0)
Wow, that was beautiful! Go you!! (No Text) <Aragorn's Sexy Scar> [12/20 @ 6:05] (0/0)
Wow - thanks for sharing! (No Text) <Lothirienne> [12/19 @ 12:37] (0/0)
Very nice, Galathien! (No Text) <Morwen> [12/19 @ 10:06] (0/0)
Thank you very much for that! (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 9:13] (0/0)

The boy 'Haleth' at Helm's Deep . . . <Pukel-man> [12/19 @ 4:42] (4/14)

Aarrgh. I can't even avoid <Curious> [12/19 @ 13:05] (1/2)

*gives Pukel a spanking on Curious' behalf* <Lottelita> [12/19 @ 13:28] (1/1)

Lotty, I am hurt . . . <Pukel-man> [12/19 @ 17:53] (0/0)

Yep. And also the name of the son <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 9:10] (0/0)
eh <Idaho> [12/19 @ 7:49] (1/2)

IIRC = "If I recall correctly" (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 9:14] (1/1)

ah <Idaho> [12/19 @ 9:32] (0/0)

Of course, Haleth is also a woman of the First Age. <Reverend> [12/19 @ 7:48] (1/6)

what kind of a mother <Idaho> [12/19 @ 7:51] (3/5)

The same kind of mother who <Kiskadee> [12/19 @ 9:41] (1/2)

Sense when are sloan or Stacey unisex <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/20 @ 22:42] (1/1)

Stacey Keach <SonOfSaradoc> [12/20 @ 23:40] (0/0)

The other way round: The woman <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 9:17] (0/0)
Same name in different languages? (No Text) <Draupne> [12/19 @ 8:37] (0/0)

The watcher in the water.... <Bboy486> [12/19 @ 2:13] (2/8)

I think that Aragorn's words apply here: <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 9:22] (3/5)

Although <Curious> [12/19 @ 10:56] (1/2)

So... <notlost> [12/19 @ 21:04] (1/1)

just because <Idaho> [12/20 @ 7:07] (0/0)

ill second that motion <Idaho> [12/19 @ 9:35] (0/0)
but werent all his fingers ut off (r is that only in the movie) <Bboy486> [12/19 @ 9:26] (0/0)

Who knows ;))) <Galathien> [12/19 @ 5:19] (1/1)

nope <Idaho> [12/19 @ 8:40] (0/0)

was Gothmog a Nazgul, or just a Lieutenant to the Witch King (No Text) <Bboy486> [12/19 @ 2:09] (1/2)

Gothmog <Sirion> [12/19 @ 4:33] (1/1)

Note that Khamul <Curious> [12/19 @ 7:01] (0/0)

Morwen of Lossarnach <PhantomS> [12/18 @ 23:15] (1/4)

Some answers <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 0:59] (1/3)

More answers <Blue Wizard> [12/19 @ 8:06] (1/2)

Nice, although <Curious> [12/19 @ 9:24] (1/1)

Don't forget that Eomer marries. . . <Blue Wizard> [12/19 @ 9:56] (0/0)

After the events in LOTR..... (Story Spoiler) <Sirithdarion> [12/18 @ 22:40] (5/6)

I am inclined to say <Blue Wizard> [12/19 @ 8:36] (0/0)
Noah's Flood happened for a reason. <Reverend> [12/19 @ 7:32] (1/1)

And absolute power still corrupts... <notlost> [12/19 @ 7:54] (0/0)

Note that both Orcish and Elvish blood <Curious> [12/19 @ 7:25] (0/0)
I tend to think... <Watson> [12/19 @ 4:56] (0/0)
hmm... <PhantomS> [12/18 @ 23:02] (0/0)

Silmarillion chapters <Lorien-lover> [12/18 @ 16:51] (4/7)

I only just <Alendriel> [12/18 @ 19:14] (0/0)
OT: P.S. <beren_boy> [12/18 @ 17:04] (2/3)

Don't feel bad -- on one of those tests <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 0:48] (1/1)

LMAO <LordM> [12/19 @ 19:44] (0/0)

OT: Well <Elendil the Tall> [12/18 @ 18:55] (0/0)

She's here and there, but you really want to read a chapter in ... <summertime> [12/18 @ 16:59] (0/0)
Hmmmm.......... <beren_boy> [12/18 @ 16:57] (0/0)

Nazgul names <Faramir's dream> [12/18 @ 14:22] (1/3)

this same question should still be visible below. <Reverend> [12/18 @ 14:56] (1/2)

Herumor, <Bboy486> [12/19 @ 1:58] (1/1)

That is one of two <Curious> [12/19 @ 6:55] (0/0)

Was Tolkien just wrong about beardless elves? <Curious> [12/18 @ 12:37] (3/17)

Elves DO age, you know... <Reverend> [12/18 @ 14:52] (2/7)

All very fine, but <Curious> [12/18 @ 16:08] (1/2)

Occam's Razor <Acathalion> [12/18 @ 21:03] (1/1)

Numquam pluralitas ponenda est sine necessitate. (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 0:50] (0/0)

Where do you get "144"? (No Text) <sundering_c> [12/18 @ 15:14] (1/3)

How should I know? <Reverend> [12/18 @ 19:49] (1/2)

References to the 144 original Elves: <NZ Strider> [12/19 @ 1:03] (1/1)

Thanks to both of you (No Text) <sundering_c> [12/19 @ 12:33] (0/0)

"Beardless Elves" and "Vegetarian Elves" <Blue Wizard> [12/18 @ 13:24] (0/0)
I don't particularly see the argument <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 12:56] (2/7)

But even <Curious> [12/18 @ 13:08] (2/4)

Also this brings up the subject of my post below cross species attractions <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 13:16] (1/1)

how do you know <Fukui> [12/20 @ 12:49] (0/0)

My impression was that when Aragorn was mistaken for an elf lord <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 13:13] (1/1)

Aragorn's beard... <PhantomS> [12/18 @ 23:08] (0/0)

Beleg, not Beren, sorry! (No Text) <Curious> [12/18 @ 13:02] (1/1)

Okay that makes it more interesting <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 13:09] (0/0)

Goofy Question: Are female Dwarves Bearded? <Khuk> [12/18 @ 10:22] (4/14)

Yes and no! <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 12:06] (1/1)

Y'know.... <Reverend> [12/18 @ 14:44] (0/0)

Haven't you heard? <Reverend> [12/18 @ 11:02] (1/3)

LOL! <Khuk> [12/18 @ 22:08] (1/2)

'Admiration' can mean a lot of things. <Reverend> [12/19 @ 8:34] (1/1)

I think Tolkien <Lady Elrondo> [12/22 @ 12:16] (0/0)

Tolkien hints that they are <Kyriel> [12/18 @ 10:49] (2/2)

hehe... Fifth Elephant is a very funny book! (No Text) <beren_boy> [12/18 @ 16:06] (0/0)
That would make it easier <Curious> [12/18 @ 11:55] (0/0)

Sadly, "Search" has been disabled <Blue Wizard> [12/18 @ 10:43] (2/4)

I wish I looked like that! <Khuk> [12/18 @ 22:27] (0/0)
Just to give the references: <NZ Strider> [12/18 @ 11:06] (1/2)

The last quote is the most freaky. <Curious> [12/18 @ 11:53] (1/1)

This brings up the question so what did Gimli see in galadriel anyways "she didn't have descent beard" freaking looking elves <Eärendil I Ciryamo> [12/18 @ 12:41] (0/0)

Question about Aman <LaFours1138> [12/18 @ 9:06] (1/9)

Ah, my favorite question! <Reverend> [12/18 @ 9:29] (2/8)

Can an "immoral" man find the way to Aman then? <sundering_c> [12/18 @ 10:10] (1/4)

yeah <Idaho> [12/18 @ 10:24] (1/3)

That's not a typo <Reverend> [12/18 @ 10:57] (2/2)

and yeah <Idaho> [12/18 @ 11:43] (0/0)
but <Idaho> [12/18 @ 11:15] (0/0)

I thought your favorite question <Curious> [12/18 @ 9:43] (1/2)

I thought you'd never ask. (No Text - Link Inside) <Reverend> [12/18 @ 9:50] (1/1)

Ah, good ol' Radagast... (No Text) <NZ Strider> [12/18 @ 11:15] (0/0)

Just to get in the first movie post. <Reverend> [12/17 @ 23:55] (8/10)

Hobbitty POV <gullygilly> [12/22 @ 8:19] (0/0)
flawed humans (possible movie spoilers) <notlost> [12/18 @ 19:24] (0/0)
For me... <beren_boy> [12/18 @ 15:55] (0/0)
Movie & book <Celebear> [12/18 @ 9:41] (0/0)
I do hope these posts take place mostly on the Movie board <Annael> [12/18 @ 7:27] (0/0)
Diverging from book didn't bother me in FOTR <Lothirienne> [12/18 @ 7:01] (1/1)

Awww. The pleasure is mutual. (No Text) <Curious> [12/18 @ 7:16] (0/0)

From my POV... <Watson> [12/18 @ 5:17] (0/0)
Someone who <Curious> [12/18 @ 2:59] (1/1)

but it's going to be hard (sob) <Froda> [12/18 @ 6:19] (0/0)

Did the Maiar need sustenance to live? <Lancelot> [12/17 @ 13:52] (3/17)

I simply cannot imagine <Eärendil The Mariner> [12/18 @ 4:21] (2/5)

Psst... Eärendil, I've <NZ Strider> [12/18 @ 11:13] (1/1)

Thanks, NZS! You know... <Eärendil The Mariner> [12/18 @ 22:47] (0/0)

Cancer and other diseases are <Curious> [12/18 @ 9:09] (1/2)

can't agree with that. <Annael> [12/18 @ 9:48] (1/1)

I am, of course, <Curious> [12/18 @ 9:55] (0/0)

What would a lidless eye eat? <Leto> [12/17 @ 19:32] (5/6)

Sauron is/was much more than just the "lidless eye". He was around in physical form for thousands of years you know! (No Text) <Lancelot> [12/18 @ 11:09] (1/1)

Yes I was actually aware of that <Leto> [12/19 @ 19:53] (0/0)

And HOW? (No Text) <Kyriel> [12/18 @ 10:51] (0/0)
Visine? (No Text) <Reverend> [12/17 @ 23:36] (0/0)
Optrex. (No Text) <Pukel-man> [12/17 @ 20:51] (0/0)
Energy or negative emotion, just like on Star Trek... <Kathira> [12/17 @ 20:18] (0/0)

I think... <beren_boy> [12/17 @ 16:18] (1/3)

I agree.... <Reverend> [12/17 @ 16:45] (1/2)

Wasn't there something... <Teleri_Maiden> [12/17 @ 17:01] (1/1)

What was said... <Watson> [12/17 @ 17:26] (0/0)

Elladan and Elrohir <legolasrules> [12/17 @ 12:44] (3/14)

Don't forget that Frodo writes the story. <Curious> [12/18 @ 3:22] (1/1)

True. <Morwen> [12/19 @ 11:42] (0/0)

actually, technically <Annael> [12/17 @ 13:07] (1/4)

so is this to say... <legolasrules> [12/17 @ 13:14] (1/3)

elrond became a full elf <valie_yavanna> [12/17 @ 13:31] (1/2)

Also... <Teleri_Maiden> [12/17 @ 17:04] (1/1)

elronds strength <treegoatie> [12/17 @ 23:01] (0/0)

Legolas was better! <Rowen Undómiel> [12/17 @ 13:00] (2/6)

I'm not sure... <beren_boy> [12/17 @ 16:12] (1/3)

other missions <treegoatie> [12/17 @ 23:04] (1/2)

i think legolas was chosen... <valie_yavanna> [12/17 @ 23:17] (1/1)

Why it was legolas <PhantomS> [12/17 @ 23:35] (0/0)

I always figured... <jadeshadow> [12/17 @ 14:22] (1/1)

I did! (No Text) <Rowen Undómiel> [12/19 @ 17:37] (0/0)

The Silmarillion <Rowen Undómiel> [12/17 @ 12:44] (10/11)

It's interesting, but... <Dogar> [12/18 @ 13:13] (0/0)
LoTR is really a trick to get people to read the Sil. (No Text) <Reverend> [12/18 @ 9:57] (1/1)

So true. <Curious> [12/18 @ 11:08] (0/0)

If you like the appendices to LotR, you <Curious> [12/18 @ 3:14] (0/0)
If you want to know about Elves, that's the book to read. (No Text) <Nimrodel > [12/17 @ 19:17] (0/0)
Yes, do read it! <Varda Elentari> [12/17 @ 17:17] (0/0)
Don't miss out on the Sil! <Teleri_Maiden> [12/17 @ 17:07] (0/0)
Yes...read :) <Lady Aredhel> [12/17 @ 14:16] (0/0)
DEFINITELY worth reading <valie_yavanna> [12/17 @ 13:36] (0/0)
The SIl <Bboy486> [12/17 @ 13:15] (0/0)
definately worth reading <legolasrules> [12/17 @ 12:50] (0/0)

Is sauron... <Bboy486> [12/17 @ 11:31] (4/5)

Note that Sauron was three times defeated <Curious> [12/18 @ 3:08] (0/0)
One thing about Tolkien I've noticed... <Teleri_Maiden> [12/17 @ 17:14] (0/0)
Good question which leads to another about Valar involvement. <Lancelot> [12/17 @ 14:08] (1/1)

Hard to say. <Reverend> [12/17 @ 16:39] (0/0)

Sauron's power <Ceorl> [12/17 @ 14:07] (0/0)

How old does Bilbo look in Book II? <Curious> [12/17 @ 9:11] (2/10)

somewhere between <Annael> [12/17 @ 9:26] (1/5)

He certainly aged in the end. <Curious> [12/18 @ 2:47] (1/4)

I'm also considering <Annael> [12/18 @ 8:14] (1/3)

True. But <Curious> [12/18 @ 9:14] (1/2)

here's a question <Annael> [12/18 @ 10:01] (1/1)

I have suggested <Curious> [12/18 @ 10:26] (0/0)

i think <Idaho> [12/17 @ 9:25] (1/3)

hmm <Idaho> [12/17 @ 9:30] (1/2)

I agree with you <Curious> [12/18 @ 2:40] (1/1)

good to know <Idaho> [12/18 @ 11:26] (0/0)

The Ring Goes South 10: Boromir <Annael> [12/17 @ 8:08] (10/24)

Boromir has to be sure of himself. <Morwen> [12/18 @ 6:17] (0/0)
The older I get the more I forgive Boromir. Tolkien <Curious> [12/18 @ 2:31] (1/3)

that's so true <Annael> [12/18 @ 10:29] (1/2)

Tolkien quoted Chesterton: <Curious> [12/18 @ 11:03] (1/1)

I prefer Tolkien. <Annael> [12/18 @ 12:22] (0/0)

Congrats Annael! (Also question about snow) <cabbage'n'taters> [12/17 @ 23:50] (2/3)

well, the path they beat <Annael> [12/18 @ 10:20] (1/1)

Thanks, I guess I was picturing it wrong. (No Text) <cabbage'n'taters> [12/18 @ 12:18] (0/0)

I would say it is heroic. <Curious> [12/18 @ 2:33] (0/0)

Boromir and again compare to Aragorn <Lothirienne> [12/17 @ 23:15] (2/2)

Great observations (but one little quibble) <cabbage'n'taters> [12/18 @ 0:10] (0/0)
boromir is the man. <treegoatie> [12/17 @ 23:28] (0/0)

I didn't see him as arrogant <Kiskadee> [12/17 @ 20:56] (2/3)

Yes, what's up with Legolas here? <Morwen> [12/18 @ 6:38] (1/1)

At least he scouted out the path. :) (No Text) <cabbage'n'taters> [12/18 @ 8:17] (0/0)

Yes, Legolas, <cabbage'n'taters> [12/18 @ 0:02] (0/0)

Boromir's good qualities <Froda> [12/17 @ 19:40] (0/0)
Boromir proves his worth. <septembrist> [12/17 @ 9:38] (0/0)
I admire Boromir's abilities here, but not Boromir. <NZ Strider> [12/17 @ 9:37] (1/1)

That last quote <Kiskadee> [12/17 @ 21:07] (0/0)

Tall man and true . . . <Pukel-man> [12/17 @ 8:55] (0/0)
I rather like Boromi