| Michelle | 05/05/09 12:25 am | 7: Chapter 6 - unexpected | Signed |
Ha, what a surprise! I had seriously not expected *that*. Finally, there's a spark of hope, if only briefly! You know, Aragorn and his chosen men (your words *g*) remind me a lot of a certain Richard Sharpe and his chosen men. Did you take some cues from Bernard Cornwall?
Author's Response: Hmm, Cornwell... would I find inspiration from Mr. Sharpe? Hmmm... *whistling innocently* Actually, yes, I did get the idea of Aragorn having a band of close "officers" of sorts from Cornwell, who in his turn got it from the British military, of course. I don't see the Dunedain as being so highly organized as the British military, but the idea is there nonetheless of Aragorn having a close-knit group of the most highly skilled Rangers that stayed with him when he wasn't off in the wilds by himself. Sort of a pre-fellowship fellowship? *grin* And I am glad I surprised you... I really couldn't bring myself to kill off Bilfen and Kenevir, so yes, a bit of better news for our poor Rangers. Thanks for the review! |
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| Mirach | 04/30/09 12:45 am | 7: Chapter 6 - unexpected | Signed |
...Galadh! :) "like a good little chieftain" Sweet! At least Bilfen is alive, he seems like a regular fellow from the way how Aragorn was remembering him and from this chapter. And Halbarad is again very good and loyal friend: "Even if that means risking harm at your own hand, I will do my duty."
Author's Response: Yay, you remembered Galadh! He's so quiet that he's easy to miss. *grin* I'm glad you liked this chapter... yes, Bilfen is a very regular kind of man, kind and fatherly who takes great pride in helping Aragorn and his Rangers when he can. And yes, Halbarad takes his duties very seriously, placing them above even his friendship with Aragorn. Glad you enjoyed this chapter and thanks for the review! |
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| Eli and Roisin | 02/07/09 07:09 pm | 7: Chapter 6 - unexpected | Anonymous |
Roisin and I were both happy to see Belfen and Kenevir alive. Roisin says she feels for Denlad and wishes she could hug him. I like how you are writing Halbarad. I liked the xchange between him and Aragorn.
Author's Response: Thanks again! (Boy, you guys are busy reading this morning/afternoon, I can see!) Yay, Denlad earned a hug! Of all my OC's in this, Denlad's my favorite, have to admit. I'm glad you're enjoying Halbarad... I really like him and wished Tolkien had given us more about him, but it's fun to explore the possibilities. |
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