NEW MEMBERS - INTRODUCE YOURSELF HERE (Part 2) [Archive]

Orofaniel

06-11-2003, 09:05 AM

Well, I'm not "that" new, If you know what I mean..... But I just discovered this tread, so I thought I should indroduce myself...

Hello everyone!! I'm Orofâniel, but you can all just call me Oro...(which means gold in Italien, just thought you wanted to know... smilies/biggrin.gif )I'm not Italian, though.

Hm.....what is there to tell?
Well, I love Tolkien and his books...And I'm trying to learn Quenya. I find that very interesting...I just started learning it so I can only say small sentences, but I'm hoping to learn more...

Oro smilies/biggrin.gif

[ June 11, 2003: Message edited by: Orofaniel ]

Corwyn Celesil

06-11-2003, 11:53 AM

Greetings. I am Corwyn Celesil, and this is the first time I have done anything of this sort on any sort of website. I have been a regular visitor at Barrow-Downs for several months and recently decided I should join.

Arwen Imladris

06-11-2003, 12:41 PM

Hi Sindahir, Theoric Windcaller, earendil04, arianrod, drabestmage, Cinderella, Phoenix, Gelion, Orofaniel, and Corwyn Celesil! Welcome to the downs! Post well.

Lëowen

06-11-2003, 04:27 PM

I'm not actually new here, I just changed my name- it was Nuinatariel.
Argh... newly deceased again. smilies/rolleyes.gif

Mippin

06-11-2003, 05:13 PM

As am I Lëowen.. I was ElenCala Isil... but I'm thinking you already knew that.. smilies/tongue.gif smilies/wink.gif smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/rolleyes.gif

piosenniel

06-12-2003, 02:42 AM

Welcome my dear dead!

Come browse the Shire, if you will!

~~ Piosenniel, Shire Moderator smilies/biggrin.gif

ambi

06-13-2003, 02:48 AM

Hi, I'm a big Tolkien fan from India. I've been registered for a long time but have never come to the forums before. At least, I came once and made a couple of posts or so.

I was introduced to Tolkien 6 years ago when I was only 10. I don't mind "any" of the changes made in TTT. I think that Peter Jackson has done a great job. I'm a big fan (almost as big as Tolkien's) of Blind Guardian which is a metal band. They have recorded a whole album (Nightfall in Middle Earth) dedicated to The Silmarillion.

Annalaliath

06-13-2003, 01:45 PM

Just wanted to say welcome to the new ones. I would have posted for Tim... I mean drabestmage. Old freind. Any way welcome all of you. Even Theoric Windcaller ......

And yes I did steal the key borde from Tim(drabestmage).

See ya around.

[ June 14, 2003: Message edited by: Annalaliath ]

Gorisil

06-13-2003, 04:18 PM

Hello

I am new here I joined a few days ago but time just seems to run away with me. I have looked around the Barrow-Downs Forum and I find it very interesting, the debates, theories and the magnificent Tolkien conversation you Downers have. I can not wait to be a part of it.

Namarie

Edie

06-13-2003, 05:05 PM

hullo all.

Balin999

06-14-2003, 01:12 AM

Hi to all new members, especially earendil04 for being from Austria (at least that's what you have written in the "location" thing)
Enjoy your stay here!

Tarien Ithil

06-18-2003, 11:55 AM

Hey Edie!

Thanks for your vague but friendly greeting. Welcome to the Downs and have a good posting experiance! smilies/smile.gif

Arwen Imladris

06-18-2003, 03:25 PM

Hi Lëowen, or Nuinatariel, whoever you are! Hello Mippin, or ElenCala Isil, Ahhh! Hi ambi, Gorisil, and Edie! Welcome, welcome all! Post well!

dancing spawn of ungoliant

06-19-2003, 06:03 AM

hi!
i had not realized how wonderful site this is so i registered recently...great to be here smilies/smile.gif
i'm from finland so my english might be little odd at times but i'll use dictionary smilies/tongue.gif
i hope that i will come to know you some day!

Mariska Greenleaf

06-19-2003, 07:29 AM

Hi everybody,

I've been a member for a couple of days now, and I'm already addicted to this site and forum.

Most of my collegues here think I'm weird because of my LOTR obsession, so it is nice to know that there's a lot of people like me out there!

thx smilies/smile.gif smilies/smile.gif

Annalaliath

06-19-2003, 07:48 AM

Welcome all the new ones. This is an adventure in being dead....... I hope you enjoy yourselves.

Annalaliath

Finrod Edennil

06-19-2003, 03:57 PM

Greetings, all.

I am new to this board, but not new to Tolkien. I've been looking around for a while, and thought I'd just stop by to say hello to everyone here.

I've read The Hobbit, LotR, the Silmarillion, the UT, and all of the histories except #11 (which I can't find!!!)

My favorite of Tolkien's works is Athrabeth Finrod ah Andreth (hence my name) - it makes me cry every time I read it, from the poetry of the language and the tragedy of the story.

I'm sure I'll have fun exploring this site!

[ June 19, 2003: Message edited by: Finrod Edennil ]

Gorwingel

06-19-2003, 04:28 PM

Welcome Finrod Edennil
You sound like you are very educated in the works of Tolkien. You should probably rush over to the Books forum as soon as possible, because that sounds like the place for you.

Oh my, we are already at 8183 members, how the number has increased since I came here smilies/eek.gif

Maikadurwen

06-20-2003, 11:46 AM

im new im maikadurwen i just started posting yester day and im elvish beware of evil cave trolls

Annalaliath

06-20-2003, 12:00 PM

Welcome to the dead. I trust your journey was not too horrable for you. It is nice to know that there are others out there with the same interests ideas and such. Nice to see you all.

Olorin

06-20-2003, 12:49 PM

Welcome all new downers! It's nice to see more new Tolkien enthusiasts! Oh, and enjoy being dead. Hehe. smilies/biggrin.gif

The Saucepan Man

06-20-2003, 07:05 PM

Welcome to the Barrow-Downs, Newcomers all. smilies/smile.gif

If you think that you might enjoy testing your Tolkien knowledge by answering riddles, cryptic posers or straight trivia questions, or finding quotes from the books and the films, come on down to the Quiz Room and Quotable Quotes forums. We have threads to cater for all quiz-minded Tolkien enthusiasts. smilies/wink.gif

Just read the Quiz Room rules, find a thread you like the look of and try answering a question. On most threads, if you are correct you get to set the next one. smilies/cool.gif

Tarien Ithil

06-21-2003, 10:40 AM

Hey, welcome, Maikaurwen (he he, like your nick! smilies/smile.gif

Have a good time here!!

celeborn

06-22-2003, 01:30 AM

hello

im celeborn and im new here so could u ppl tel me abit about barowdowns????

Child of the 7th Age

06-22-2003, 06:48 AM

Hi!

I'm Cami Goodchild, one of the moderators in the Shire, which is our beginning RPG foum. Feel free to come down in character and introduce yourself in the Green Dragon Inn and take a look at our RPGs.

You'll also want to have a look at the policies and FAQs that appear at the very beginning of Novices and Newcomers. For those of us who love Tolkien, we consider this a spcial site. Have fun, but please try to follow the general rules. That means no chat expressions. Take care with your writing. Use the preview button and look over your post before you submit it to make sure that the spelling and grammar is the best you can do.

Also become familiar with the search key which is in the top right hand corner of the page. You can use that to find tons of information on topics that interest you. Also, that way you won't be posting a duplicate thread on something that's already been discussed twenty times before. Feel free to pull up old threads and join in the conversation.

Cami Goodchild, Shire Mod

Yavanna228

06-22-2003, 10:24 AM

Good day to you, celeborn and all other new members! Welcome to the Barrow Downs. This is a forum where Tolkien fans and fanatics can come together to discuss his works. We also tend to form great friendships and cultivate respect for each other and our views.
Try to post well and in standard English(although mistakes are fine if English is not your first language!), not 'chat-speak.' Also, use the search function to research topics of interest to you or before you post a new topic, so that we don't have redundant threads that are shut down. Read the forum rules at the top of each forum before you post as well.
One final word- RESPECT! We all come from different areas, different backgrounds and religions, and different world-views. Surprisingly and wonderfully, we get along very well together because we respect the fact that every one has their own opinion and we remember that being unique is beautiful. Our tapestry of people here is a lovely unity because all 'threads' are different. smilies/smile.gif If you disagree with another person, do so with tact and kindness. So don't be afraid to voice your opinion, but respect others' rights to do so as well.
If you have any further questions, feel free to PM(private message) me or any other members. We are more than happy to help you out! smilies/smile.gif
Peace

[ June 22, 2003: Message edited by: Yavanna228 ]

Ufdúl The DEathskull

06-22-2003, 10:32 AM

I am New to this part of Middle Earth as i have just come out the Misty mountains is this the limit to what we can do or is there competitions and stuff? Does anybody know?

Yavanna228

06-22-2003, 01:41 PM

Ufdul,
Could you clarify a bit about what you mean by 'competitions and stuff'? Thanks.
Peace

Olorin

06-22-2003, 05:34 PM

Welcome to the Downs Ufdúl The DEathskull! Here at the Barrow Downs, we pretty much just discuss anything Tolkien related and roleplay. I'm not quite sure what you mean by "competitions," but if it's something fun, maybe you could start it here.

Once again, welcome and enjoy being dead. smilies/wink.gif smilies/smile.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

06-23-2003, 01:09 PM

Ufdúl, Celeborn, Maikaurwen, welcome to the 'Downs, I hope you enjoy it here... smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif

Silmiel of Imladris

06-23-2003, 07:36 PM

Hi am a new here and I don't have much to say at the moment. Just one question: Where do you request custom titles aka member status? I will probably find it on my own before someone replies but I should be filled in anyway just in case. smilies/confused.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

06-23-2003, 07:42 PM

Silmiel, welcome to the 'Downs, I hope you enjoy it here. As for your question, do you mean such as Newly Deceased? If so, everyone on the 'Downs is dead, and the more you post the higher your rank gets.

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

06-23-2003, 08:38 PM

Aaye Middle-Earthers,

A friend of mine told me about this message board, and I decided to sign up for it since I'll be beginning my quest to read the entire LotR trilogy shortly--I've been meaning to do it for years, ever since I read the Hobbit, but things have kept coming up, and I was having trouble finding the books for a price I felt was decent (I never borrow books from the library or anything, I always like to own them). Anyway, I'm currently reading the 5th Harry Potter book because I figure that's a nice short, 1-3 day read, but IMMEDIATELY after that I'll be starting LotR and then I'll probably be posting more in order to ask questions about things I've forgotten from the Hobbit or things I don't understand as well from the books. Namarie.

-Veherulion

Alatariel Telemnar

06-24-2003, 04:58 PM

Veherulion, welcome to the 'Downs! smilies/smile.gif

Silmiel of Imladris

06-24-2003, 06:01 PM

Ah I get it Alatariel. Never seen anything like this ranking system before because I traveled here from the EZBoards. Thanks! smilies/biggrin.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

06-24-2003, 06:10 PM

No problem, glad to help... smilies/biggrin.gif

Gorwingel

06-24-2003, 06:36 PM

One final word- RESPECT! We all come from different areas, different backgrounds and religions, and different world-views. Surprisingly and wonderfully, we get along very well together because we respect the fact that every one has their own opinion and we remember that being unique is beautiful. Our tapestry of people here is a lovely unity because all 'threads' are different.

How very well worded Yavanna, that is a wonderful way to put how we interact at this forum. We have people from all over the world here, which to me is quite amazing.

Welcome to the Downs Everyone!
remember to read the FAQ at the beginning of the Novices and Newcomers forum smilies/cool.gif
And remember always keep on the topic of Tolkien, that is very important.

Annalaliath

06-26-2003, 12:19 PM

Have fun beung dead you all.

And yes sometimes we peve each other off, but ,most of us understand that we are not all the same. I have seen a few people chastised for insulting others, (either that or bad spelling);those insults were degrading. One that I saw was saying how stupid a particular thread was, and was not to kind to the poster..... that was not cool.

The best advise I can give is to look at an argument from all sides, and not flame people. And whaterver you do do not change yourself(just because you hate Harry Potter) or you veiws just because you think someone got hurt over it.

Some of the Mods are great, others I don't agree with, but I like to treat them with the same way as my instructors. I give them what they want. So if you stay on topic, don't insult people and say intelagent things you will do fine.

Oh yes and if you can't spell, like me, start to use word, word perfect, or any other program with a spell checker. This works for most of the time , but not always.

Arwen Imladris

06-26-2003, 01:05 PM

Hi dancing spawn of ungoliant, Mariska Greenleaf, Finrod Edennil, Maikadurwen, Olorin, celeborn, Ufdúl The DEathskull, Silmiel of Imladris, and The Sorcerer's Apprentice! Welcome to the downs! Saesa omentien lle! Pleasure meeting you!

Man from Westernesse

06-27-2003, 05:31 PM

Greetings to all my fellow undead! Long-time reader, first-time poster here. Was recently inspired to sign up and join the ranks. There is so much to read here, which is good as that's what I like to do. But I hope to join in on some good Tolkien discussions in the future. I first read the LotR in the early-mid 80's and since the movies came out I've re-read them once already and am currently at the end of TT, having just finished the chapter, "Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbits." I guess while I'm at it, I'll confess that I've yet to read the Silmarillion. smilies/frown.gif Soon though! Anyway, it's nice to meet you all and here's to a future of sharing.

smilies/smile.gif
MfW

Alatariel Telemnar

06-27-2003, 09:13 PM

Man from Westernesse, welcome to the 'Downs. Hope you enjoy it here. I have not read the Silm. yet either, but I hope to get to it soon. smilies/biggrin.gif

Yavanna228

06-27-2003, 09:16 PM

To all who have not yet read the Silm- it is very well worth it. A wealth of information not to be missed! I know the Ainulindale is a bit hard for some people to get through, but persevere! You shall be well rewarded with a deeper well of knowledge and a better understanding of the history of M-E and the elves in particular. You will also be able to post in a more informed way on certain topics. So, go at it, my friends! smilies/smile.gif
Peace

*Edit: Yay! The 228th post for me! smilies/biggrin.gif

[ June 27, 2003: Message edited by: Yavanna228 ]

Tinuviel the Nightingale

06-29-2003, 04:46 AM

Hello and welcome to all newcomers. I hope you enjoy your time here and have fun. I love this forum and think it's the best out of several Tolkien-related Discussion Boards.
I was absent for a while for unexplainable reasons, but I shall post every night from now on to catch up! smilies/biggrin.gif

Marroc Underhill

06-29-2003, 06:28 AM

Greetings, I'm Drogo Underhill. I'm new here.
This place is very interesting.

Olorin

06-29-2003, 11:33 AM

Welcome Drogo! I hope you enjoy your stay at the Downs. We're a pretty friendly bunch. smilies/smile.gif Anyway, it's nice meeting you and enjoy being dead! smilies/tongue.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

06-29-2003, 08:17 PM

Welcome to the 'downs Drogo! smilies/biggrin.gif

Lord of Angmar

06-29-2003, 08:24 PM

I am a bit of a newcomer here myself. I first joined in the beginning of June, but it has only been in the last few days that I have begun to actively discuss JRR Tolkien's works on the forums here. I am a Tolkien fan of old, and have written and read a great deal about the Professor and his works.

Yavanna228

06-29-2003, 08:34 PM

Welcome to you, Lord of Angmar. I suppose it really should be 'Welcome again.' smilies/smile.gif Seeing your posts and your topics, I think you shall fit in well here. How wonderful to have a 'newbie' that is not really a newbie. smilies/wink.gif Just remember to read fora guidlines, use the search function, read through archives, and enjoy your posting! I have a larger welcoming post for anyone further up the thread, so read that as well, if you wish. Many greetings, and have fun!
Peace

[ June 29, 2003: Message edited by: Yavanna228 ]

King_Elendil

06-30-2003, 05:39 AM

Hey there! I'm King_Elendil. Need I say who is among my favorite characters? I'm 16 years old and am an American living in the UK.

Gorsereg

06-30-2003, 05:45 AM

Greetings all,
Just like to comment on the fabulous site & community that has been created here. It is quite the place for a Tolkien Fan!

ALso, for those that have heard of Lotr Plaza, I go by the same username there. If you have not, it's an outstanding site and I encourage you to check it out at www.lotrplaza.com (http://www.lotrplaza.com)

Alatariel Telemnar

06-30-2003, 11:49 AM

Gorsereg, King Elendil, Lord of Angmar, welcome to the 'downs... smilies/biggrin.gif

ElenCala Isil

06-30-2003, 11:52 AM

Gorsereg, King Elendil, and Lord of Angmar, welcome to the Barrow-Downs!!! Hope ya enjoy being deceased...it's quite fun actually smilies/evil.gif smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif

King_Elendil

06-30-2003, 01:38 PM

That was quite interesting, but I've been dead for age or two of this world.

*RohirrimGUY*

07-01-2003, 05:54 AM

Hiya! I'm new! RohirrimGUY! smilies/wink.gif

King Latifah

07-01-2003, 09:16 AM

Hey ya'll im new here. I'm a bog LotR fan. My ussername comes from my favorite celeb Queen Latifah!!!!!!!!!
(Rohirrim Guy.....Just got the link from Hobbiton)

Lëowen

07-01-2003, 11:55 AM

Welcome to the 'Downs everyone! Remember to read the Forum rules and don't annoy the mods. smilies/biggrin.gif

Arwen Imladris

07-01-2003, 02:32 PM

Hi Man from Westernesse (have fun reading!), Marroc Underhill, Lord of Angmar, King_Elendil, Gorsereg, *RohirrimGUY*, and King Latifah! Welcome to the downs! Post well! Saesa omentien lle

Tarien Ithil

07-02-2003, 11:40 AM

Hey, hey Newbies!

Big welcome to you, King Latifah, Rohirrim Guy, Gorsereg, King Elendil, and Lord of Angmar!

I'm glad you guys have a passion for Lord of the Rings (don't we all smilies/wink.gif)

Have good, good times here! (you're in for a good, good time!)

Gorwingel

07-03-2003, 01:56 AM

King Latifah, love the name! That is so cool.
Welcome to the Downs smilies/wink.gif

Andwise

07-03-2003, 10:14 PM

Howdy, just popping in and saying hi, I'm new here, and don't know anybody. But you never know. Anyways, this place sounds like fun. smilies/smile.gif

Linaewen

07-04-2003, 06:52 AM

Hello everyone. I'm Linaewen- some people may know me from another messageboard. Barrow-downs seems like a lot of fun-I look forward to posting here! smilies/smile.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

07-04-2003, 08:24 PM

King Latifah, Rohirrim Guy, Andwise, Linaewen welcome to the 'downs. Please remember to read the rules at the begining of each section before posting. Enjoy Being dead!! smilies/biggrin.gif

Annalaliath

07-07-2003, 09:45 AM

Hello to all the newly dead, hope you enjoy it. Whaaahahahahahahahah!!!!!!

Cristae

07-07-2003, 10:19 AM

hullo everyone out there. I am Cristae of the Deep Elves. Just wanted to say "Hullo" and tell all you peoples out there that I am a LOTR and Tolkien fanatic (I like that word... hee hee.) So I hope we can have some fun and good discussions together. Talk to most of you sometime in the future, I suppose. This message is getting confusing, so bye 4 now.

kittiewhirl1677

07-07-2003, 02:43 PM

I'm not exactly new, but I haven't been here in about a month, so I decided to drop by and say hello, as I'm going away again for a month in a couple of days to a place with no way to get to the internet...

Alatariel Telemnar

07-07-2003, 05:37 PM

Cristae, hello, enjoy being dead! 'Tis quite... fun... smilies/smile.gif

The Elusive Spirit

07-09-2003, 07:21 PM

Hi! I'm so excited to finally be dead! I've been lurking around here for about 6 months. I've had so much drama trying to get on this site. I'm just glad I'm finally here! smilies/biggrin.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

07-09-2003, 07:23 PM

Welcome...glad to have you! smilies/biggrin.gif

Lëowen

07-09-2003, 07:33 PM

Welcome to the 'Downs everyone! Enjoy being...um...not alive!

(Ha! I didn't say 'enjoy being dead' like everyone else! smilies/biggrin.gif )

[ July 09, 2003: Message edited by: Lëowen ]

mrslegolastoyou

07-10-2003, 05:57 AM

I'm new here and I need help. I can't figure out how to check and see were the people answerd your post from! :(

Annalaliath

07-10-2003, 11:19 AM

Well, mrslegolastoyou, there are a few ways you can go back and look at the thread.... or you can choose the send me an e-mail when someone replies to this post box, in the Post a reply screen ,thing at the bottom under the smiles. If you cant find the thread you can go to who's online and then click on your name and then click on see recent posts and you can find it that way. Have fun being dead.

Alatariel Telemnar

07-11-2003, 10:23 PM

mrslegolastoyou, welcome to the 'downs! Hope you figure it out... smilies/biggrin.gif

Liv xXx

07-12-2003, 12:04 PM

Hi Everyone! I'm Liv but not evil Liv who wants the tie!
I am a nice little elf from Mirkwood, who used to go by the name of Elalia, but had to change her name because evil was after her (something happened with my account)
Anyway I'm back!!!!! Anyone looking for a webpal? If you are get in touch!

Love Liv xXx

Alatariel Telemnar

07-12-2003, 12:49 PM

Glad to have you back! smilies/wink.gif

mrslegolastoyou

07-12-2003, 01:56 PM

Hi Liv xXx I'll be glad to be your web pal! smilies/biggrin.gif

Yavanna228

07-12-2003, 03:08 PM

Welcome to all of you! Have a wonderful time here at the Downs. Read through this thread to find suggestions for newcomers. smilies/smile.gif
Just a side note, if you want to respond to Liv xXx's request for webpals, PM her. This thread is for introductions and welcomes to newcomers. Happy posting! smilies/smile.gif
Peace

mrslegolastoyou

07-12-2003, 03:58 PM

What does PM mean and how do you do it?

Estelyn Telcontar

07-12-2003, 04:50 PM

PM is a Private Message - only you can read it. I sent you one - to read it, please go to the top of the page, click on "my profile", look at the list of private messages, click on the one you want, and read it. To answer, scroll down till you see "send reply" or "new private message", then type your answer in the box and click the button below to send it.

Liv xXx

07-13-2003, 11:58 AM

Thanks Everyone!!!!!!
Its good to be back smilies/biggrin.gif
mrslegolastoyou, I sent you a PM smilies/wink.gif

Olorin

07-13-2003, 12:03 PM

Welcome back Liv! smilies/smile.gif

Elalia

07-13-2003, 02:08 PM

Thanks Olorin smilies/wink.gif

Elen Ilúvitauri

07-14-2003, 01:28 AM

hi there, I was introduced to this site by a few of my friends who hang out here, (Aeden and Everdawn) and so far, this place is pretty fun. Just saying hi and i hope to get to know you guys well! smilies/wink.gif

See ya- Elen

Aredhel Ar Feiniel

07-14-2003, 08:41 AM

*waves* Hi all! smilies/smile.gif I'm new to the boards but I've been wandering around the site for a while now. I needed to find a fun new forum as the last one I was using took a major turn for the worse.

Annalaliath

07-14-2003, 08:59 AM

welcome you two. Enjoy being dead. Above all else have fun, but not at someone elses expense.

Aredhel Ar Feiniel

07-14-2003, 09:10 AM

Thank you. All so kind around here. smilies/smile.gif

[ July 14, 2003: Message edited by: Aredhel Ar Feiniel ]

Liv xXx

07-14-2003, 02:35 PM

Hi Elen and Aredhel Ar Feiniel (sp?)
And all the other newcomers, I hope you enjoy it here, and have fun smilies/biggrin.gif

Niluial

07-14-2003, 02:43 PM

Welcome all the newly deads! Enjoy your stay!

The Evenstar

07-15-2003, 11:29 AM

Hey Liv,

I see you're welcoming newbie's! Good and welcome to you too!

Malhwesta

07-16-2003, 10:29 AM

Greetings all!

I have been looking around for a great Tolkien forum for about three months now and not once did I hear about Barrow-Downs. All the other forums I belonged to were dull or the people in it were (if you don’t mind me saying) idiots. In the past three months I have belonged to ten forums and they all were a waste of time! Only today did I hear about Barrow-Downs from an email-friend. I have explored the dead land of Barrow-Downs and it is the greatest forum I have come across in the past three months. So again I say greetings all!

I have read The Hobbit and I treasured it. And I have read The Lord of the Rings and I enjoyed the book like I have never enjoyed a book before. All the books I have read in my short life (I am fourteen years old smilies/biggrin.gif) are dull next to the Lord of the Rings.
I can’t wait to be acquainted to all of you. And yes I shall enjoy being dead smilies/wink.gif (a term I see you use!). One last thing, if I shall be needing any help which of you may I contact?

See you around

Malhwesta

[ July 20, 2003: Message edited by: Malhwesta ]

Finwe

07-16-2003, 10:40 AM

I hope you enjoy being dead!

Imladris

07-16-2003, 10:58 AM

I've been around for two or three weeks I think, but this thread wasn't here when I first checked out this forum so I'm introducing myself now.

I ask any forum veterans to forgive me whenever I do anything stupid...this is the first forum I've ever joined. smilies/smile.gif

Hi to everybody out there and have a great day.

Imladris

Imladris

07-16-2003, 10:59 AM

Maybe I should correct my post and say that I didn't see the thread when I first came here...

Tarien Ithil

07-16-2003, 11:34 AM

Hey Malhwesta and greetings to you too!

Big, hearty welcomes to the 'Downs!

I really like your nickname. Enjoy the 'Downs!

Tarien Ithil

07-16-2003, 11:45 AM

Oh, sorry I didn't see your last question, Malhwesta. If you need help, ask any of us or the moderators (The Barrow-Wight, Estelyn Telcontar, Legolas etc) and they'll be more than happy to help you out! smilies/smile.gif

lordess _mystique

07-16-2003, 11:57 AM

Hello, I am new to the Downs, so I would just like to introduce myself. Since my username is rather long, you can call me Myst, or Mysti. What can I call you guys? smilies/smile.gif

GaladrieloftheOlden

07-16-2003, 12:06 PM

Yulia! smilies/biggrin.gif
Welcome welcome welcome to the barrowdowns barrowdowns barrowdowns... (Phantom Tollbooth, anyone? smilies/wink.gif) Post well, and have fun! smilies/smile.gif

Swan song,
~Menelien (Isabel)

Vanataurien

07-16-2003, 12:17 PM

Hello! I'm new, sorry for not seeing this before! smilies/frown.gif I'm sure it'll be fun here!

Liv xXx

07-16-2003, 12:47 PM

Welcome Everyone smilies/biggrin.gif

I hope you have fun!

Niluial

07-16-2003, 01:58 PM

Welcome Malhwesta, Imladris, lordess _mystique & Vanataurien... enjoy being dead! Follow the rules and have fun! Enjoy being dead... smilies/wink.gif

Annalaliath

07-16-2003, 02:55 PM

Welcome all, enjoy being dead( this is getting redundant) Imralris, I swear I won't bite your head off if you skrew up. Heak if you look at some of my old post, you would be in tears just because of the spelling. And when you are new there is more leaway, not to mention the mods are great here. Just the other say Poi had to edit my Post in one of the RPGs I am in because I got stupid and forgot to turn off my sig. Any way I hope you enjoy yourselves all you newly dead people. ( the only reason I am at the wight level and not higher is because I am carefull what I post. It may not appear that way but it is.)

Dragon Elf odin Ragnorock

07-16-2003, 06:15 PM

I am a new comer and I Grant you a Fair Hello

Meneltarmacil

07-16-2003, 06:20 PM

Welcome to the Downs, Dragon Elf odin Ragnorock! Enjoy being dead smilies/evil.gif !

Hmmm... I asked one of my friends to register for this site earlier today, and "dragon" was going to be in this person's screen name. Are you who I think you are?

Aredhel Ar Feiniel

07-16-2003, 07:07 PM

Welcome welcome welcome to the barrowdowns barrowdowns barrowdowns... (Phantom Tollbooth, anyone? )

Ah! Wonderful book, Galadriel. smilies/biggrin.gif Oh, and of course, a warm welcome to all the newcomers! smilies/biggrin.gif

Brilliant Dawn

07-17-2003, 03:20 AM

Hello, and thanks you all who are nice to the newbees!

Im Brilliant Dawn and Barow-downs is so cool!!!!

Bye4now!

Olorin

07-17-2003, 02:55 PM

Brilliant Dawn, welcome to the Downs! We're a pretty nice bunch here. smilies/smile.gif So, enjoy your stay and have fun being dead.

Yavanna228

07-17-2003, 03:19 PM

I'll go ahead and add another welcome to all newbies, new members(who aren't newbies), or new older members. You can read my other posts about what to and not to do further up the thread, so I won't bother with typing them again. So, welcome! Enjoy your stay, and may your eternal sleep be a sweet and eventful one. smilies/wink.gif
Peace

Imladris

07-17-2003, 07:41 PM

Imralris, I swear I won't bite your head off if you skrew up.

Why thank you, Annalaliath! Everyone here is really nice.

Mustang

07-17-2003, 08:23 PM

HI I would like to tell u a story about me. For all of you who Chat here on the barowdowns you probably know me I am Mustang or Soda but tonight a person came to my house and we were on the two computers and both went on the Barrowdowns. I was Mustang and she was devilishbrat43. For all of those who were on when this occured notice that we were both on at the same time (just on different computers because my family uses an internet router) devilishbrat43 insulted many people and this chat site (with words that I will not post) Therefor someone sent Ulmo my family's IP adress and he banned this internet connction from the barowdowns channel. And I would like someone who chats here to tell my story to the chatters and Please Ulmo remove the ban because she was on as a one-time thing (at least at my house) and I would very much appreciate it if you would allow me to chat.
-Mustang- smilies/smile.gif

Edie

07-17-2003, 08:39 PM

hullo there, all ye newbies!! hope you have a good time!

Eressië Ailin

07-17-2003, 10:45 PM

Hi everyone! Anyone remember me? I haven't come here in a loooong time (well, over a month). I would love to give you a good excuse as to why I left, but--alas!--I don't have one. A few moments ago, I was trying to free up some disk space, when I came across a Word document titled "BDers sigs." So, naturally, I clicked on it. Does anyone remember my story about my seven-page document filled with BDer's sigs that I accidentally deleted? Well, I just found it again. Turns out, I didn't delete it after all; I just saved it in some weird place. Anyways, I started reading it, and I swear I was crying before the end. I missed you guys so much! After reading it, I decided to come back here, log in, and say hi! So... hi! Sorry if most of this is just rambling, you can delete it if you want, BW.

Hugs,

-eress

StarJewel

07-17-2003, 11:56 PM

I didnt even know this part existed, and i've been here a month! That would be the blonde part of me rearing its ugly head. smilies/biggrin.gif Anyway, hi everyone!

Sirithheruwen

07-18-2003, 10:47 AM

Hey, I'm new! (Duh! smilies/rolleyes.gif ) That is, new to this forum, but not to Tolkien, or (most) of the Books, or this site. I've read The Hobbit 4x, LOTR 4x each, The Sil 1x, and I started Unfinished Tales, but lost the book.
smilies/mad.gif smilies/confused.gif
Well, bye bye!!!

O, btw, i also have a story at fanfiction. It's called Rabid Legolas Fangirls Strike Again Take a peek! smilies/biggrin.gif

Snowdog

07-18-2003, 01:59 PM

Welcome all ye to Barrow Downs!
A place not in the movies!

Enjoy haunting these lands!

Diamond Green

07-20-2003, 05:47 AM

Hi everyone!

I've been visiting this site for a while now, and today I decided to register...

Nice to meet you all!

Liv xXx

07-20-2003, 07:48 AM

Nice to meet you too Diamond Green, Hope you have a great time at the barrowdowns, welcome smilies/biggrin.gif

Luv Liv x

Esgallhugwen

07-20-2003, 08:01 AM

Greetings all new people, i'm new also though i've been here for a month and I must trully say that I am totally addicted to this wonderful site smilies/biggrin.gif Whoever thought of this idea I will scream at the top of my lungs 'I truly love to be dead!!' smilies/evil.gif

Diamond Green

07-20-2003, 11:19 AM

thanks a lot Liv.

I'm sure I'll enjoy being dead! smilies/biggrin.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

07-20-2003, 12:03 PM

Elen Ilúvitauri, Aredhel Ar Feiniel, Malhwesta, Imladris, Mysti, Dragon Elf odin Ragnorock, Brilliant Dawn, StarJewel, Sirithheruwen, Diamond Green, I give you all a warm welcome! *hugs everyone* There has been a lot of newbies while I was away at camp! Wow! smilies/biggrin.gif

Dynaviir

07-20-2003, 12:10 PM

smilies/smile.gif well, I'm new, but I'm not new to the internet so don't call me a newbie :P.

I only became interested in LotR because of Peter Jackson's movies, but I decided to try reading the books starting with The Hobbit and I've loved them. I'm still reading The Two Towers, but I really like Tolkien's work and I decided to join this board n_n.

So, hey

Amanaduial the archer

07-20-2003, 01:21 PM

well, I'm new, but I'm not new to the internet so don't call me a newbie :P. Lol *puts hand up in a defensive action* Hey, wouldn't dream of it, newbi- er, I mean Dynaviir. smilies/tongue.gif What is that in your signature, the quote- evidently from a story or something. What is it?

Diamond, I love your avatar! Very cute.

must trully say that I am totally addicted to this wonderful site Esgallhugwen, join the club, my friend, join the club! smilies/smile.gif I like your name by the way. The last part is like 'maiden of the hugs'! smilies/biggrin.gif

Sirithheruwen, welcome also. A fanfiction you say? Lol, the name made me smile. If you're into writing, try the RPG room- the Shire is a good place to start; just drop by at the Green Dragon.

StarJewel, or shall I say blondie, now you have managed to get to this part smilies/biggrin.gif, may I offer a belated welcome to the site!

Eressië Ailin: now, thats just cheeky. Honestly, posting here and fishing for welcome backs.... smilies/biggrin.gif nah, I'm kidding, welcome back sweetie. Sure, I remember that story- its in the Top Ten Signs You're Addicted to The Barrowdowns thread in the Barrowdowns section.

Mustang- I don't visit the chat myself, as my aol connection has a delightful tendency to shut down when I try to get onto it (*sigh*), but I have a fair idea that Ulmo is Legolas, one of the moderators- I'm not entirely sure if he does frequent the chat, but I'm pretty sure he does. If this is the case (and I hope to goodness it is or I'm making a right fool of myself!) If you want to get in touch with him, go to the 'search' option at the top right of your screen, across from the Barrowdowns sword logo, and type in Legolas's name and his member number (#958) in the correct parts. It will come up with a list of his posts; go to one of these and click on the PM option at the top of his post and explain his problem.

Beautiful Dawn- another beautiful name- welcome to the Downs! Your avatar is lovely as well, very picturesque. Your signature I like as well;
"The dawn is as beautiful as the fairest elf"
- very thoughtful, although you may have to fight it out with a few of the Luthiens, Arwens, Tinuviels and Galadriels!

Well, now I've been through this page and I think if I go any further all the niceness may have a permanent effect on me- God forbid! smilies/biggrin.gif

Welcome to all newbies, those who I have mentioned and all others, of course, and do stop by in the Green Dragon and say hi to the Innkeeper!

-Aman

Dynaviir

07-20-2003, 02:02 PM

:P no fair!

Anyway, yeah, it's from a story I'm writing called Dynaviir's Tale, which is really a prequel to a trilogy I'm doing called Revelation n_n. There's also another prequel about a character called Skye, but I'm still working on the ideas for that.

It's just a story, but I like writing smilies/smile.gif

Niluial

07-20-2003, 02:43 PM

Wow smilies/eek.gif so many newbie’s… I don’t know where to start! But I am not complaining it is great to have so many of you on here! Such great people with great tastes in Forums smilies/wink.gif!

Welcome all the… wait I am not going to call you newbie’s… that’s not the right word for the downs! Hmm Welcome all newly-deads smilies/tongue.gif! Welcome again: Dragon Elf odin Ragnorock, Brilliant Dawn, Mustang, Sirithheruwen, Diamond Green & Dynaviir (See I did not call you a newbie I called you a newly-dead) I hope you enjoy your stay.

Remember once you are dead you can never go back smilies/evil.gif:… trust me you wont want to smilies/wink.gif! Anyway welcome… I don’t want to give you a lecture or anything of how to follow the rules so I wont because you all look really cleaver and grounded!

~Niluial

P.S. if you need anyone I am just a PM away smilies/biggrin.gif!

Enorëiel

07-20-2003, 09:26 PM

Hello all! I am a 'newbie' here. Thanks to Sapphire_flame for helping me 'get' here. I am in need of LotR friends and she 'hinted' that this is a good place to find them so... Anyways, I hope to reviewing a lot and getting involved, or semi-involved at least. So I'll hopefully be talking to some of you soon! Thanks

Gandalf the Headbanger

07-20-2003, 11:15 PM

hey im new here and just thought i would introduce myself

Tarien Ithil

07-21-2003, 11:30 AM

Enorëiel and Gandalf Headbanger (phew, what a name! smilies/smile.gif welcome to the Barrow-downs, where everyone is enjoying life.....after the grave!

Feel free to PM anybody here with some questions....we'll be more than happy to answer them! FAQ also helps! Post well!

Authwen

07-21-2003, 03:35 PM

Yo everybody, just thought I'd drop in for a while... say "hi"... ya know, the usual.

**there is a thud on your floor, and you look up at a hole in the ceiling**

"Hi."

Annalaliath

07-21-2003, 04:29 PM

My goodness, oh sweet Elbereth, Now I hope the grave yard will not overfill. how are people dying in such numbers these days.....

In other words welcome and have fun being dead... hey someone just stepped on my bower! how dare you!.... Anyway have fun...

Oliphaunts_Rule

07-22-2003, 12:45 PM

Hi, my name is Ollie. My dad read LotR to me about four years ago, but I was asleep during most of it, and I'm reading it again and it's really interesting.
The great wonderful stupendous Oddwen led me to this wondrous amazingly beautiful site. I look forward to getting to know you ALL. smilies/biggrin.gif

(My great wonderful sister Oddwen is typing this. Help.)

Oddwen

07-22-2003, 12:49 PM

Welcome, Ollie! (I might add that my typing looks just as wonderful there as it does in my own posts! smilies/wink.gif )

And welcome to all you wondrously amazing stupendous Newbies! Pleased to have you join us! Enjoy your death at the Downs.

[ July 22, 2003: Message edited by: Oddwen ]

Alatariel Telemnar

07-22-2003, 08:23 PM

Welcome newbies all!!! Enjoy being dead! and I consider you a newbie if this is your first discussion board! Dont worry you wont be newbies for long! Just dont get on any of the mod's bad sides! smilies/biggrin.gif

Estelyn Telcontar

07-23-2003, 10:15 AM

Ahem! Mods don't have bad sides; they just try to keep things in order for everyone's reading pleasure! smilies/smile.gif

Annalaliath

07-23-2003, 11:53 AM

Just treat them like your instructors at school, and give em what they want.... Have I posted this before? Welcome, and enjoy being dead. And when in the green dragon, poi and the rest of the mods are not trying to peve you off, so just accept it. As a matter of fact, poi and the other mods in the shire are the best that I know..... They do a good job. But back to the subject, welcome one and all to the deadness of the Barrowdowns.

Amanaduial the archer

07-25-2003, 09:31 AM

Poi? Man, I am so gonna start calling Piosenniel that...

Welcome Ollie/Oliphaunts_Rule. Nice name- I agree totally! Good to see siblings here- gives me hope for my own little sister!

Lol Authwen, you have joined the Downs in pretty much the same way as me...through the ceiling. *sigh* smilies/biggrin.gif

Gandalph the Headbanger- oh how I love that name! I just have an image of Gandalph, staff held like a guitar, robes swirling, headbanging to Greenday or something....
oh, I have to stop grinning like an idiot at the screen...

Enorëiel, I look forward to talking to you as well. You want a bunch of good people who range from liking to Tolkien a little to being complete fanatics? You've come to the right place! Sapphire, well done in getting her here!

Dynaviir, you like writing? Yes! Come to the shire! The story...slavery is something that I have used a few times in my own writing, and I recently did an RPG called Escape from Nurn with that as a main theme. Looks good...

Alatariel Telemnar

07-25-2003, 04:44 PM

Ahem! Mods don't have bad sides; they just try to keep things in order for everyone's reading pleasure!

Okay, how about umm... Follow the rules, and don't get any of the mods mad... smilies/smile.gif that better?

Snowdog

07-26-2003, 02:25 PM

Shenaran

07-26-2003, 11:19 PM

I'm new to this forum...BUT I've visited the website many times and even been in the chatroom a couple of times....and me just being stupid never registered....

In the chatroom I'm known as Nessa.

Some people might remember me from the chatroom, I'm the one with husband problems.....and yes I am 27 years old...he..he.. smilies/tongue.gif

[ July 28, 2003: Message edited by: Shenaran ]

Snowdog

07-27-2003, 01:38 AM

Welcome to the messageboard Barrow Shenaran!

Gorwingel

07-27-2003, 02:26 AM

Well hello to all the newbees who have come to be part of our wonderful conversations here at the downs! Right now I feel very "new" even though I have only been gone for two weeks. The reason I was gone was that I was taking a wonderful vacation in California, and I was also attending the Comic-Con convention in San Diego. Where I got to meet and see many people from the LOTR films.

I considered a few times while I was going on the computer at TheOneRing.net booth (where I was looking at the news about the films) if they wouldn't notice if I just checked out for a moment what was going on here (because I sadly don't have my own portable computer), but I was worried that I would get in trouble.

I am so glad to be back in the downs, it is such a nice place to be.

Post well smilies/cool.gif

Oliphaunts_Rule

07-27-2003, 05:59 PM

Thanks Ailin Udomiel, I will remember that if I need any help.
I just finished "Fog on the barrow downs" chapter, and I think its really cool.
smilies/biggrin.gif

Yavanna228

07-27-2003, 07:16 PM

The 'Fog on the Barrow Downs' chapter definitely rates as one of my favourite chapters in LOTR. It gave me chills the first time I read it, and I look forward to being deliciously scared each subsequent time I read it. I also like it because I love Tom Bombadil. smilies/smile.gif
Peace

Lhunardawen

07-27-2003, 10:41 PM

I think this is one place in the world that can relate to me and my Tolkien addiction.. smilies/smile.gif

Hi people! I am Melatariel, the daughter of Luthien and Beren, younger sister of Dior, but I am named Lhunardawen here, which was the name given to me by my husband Ereinion (better known to some of you as Gil-galad). I'm not a frequent poster, but I try to post once in a while, hence, my being an Animated Skeleton.

Welcome to all the Newly Deceased! I hope you love it here... Enjoy being dead!

God bless, everyone! Namarie! smilies/smile.gif

[ July 28, 2003: Message edited by: Lhunardawen ]

Genevieve

07-29-2003, 01:09 PM

Hello everyone! I am new here (still getting into the hang of it) and I love it!! Everyone here is really great. I'm having a load of fun. Hope you guys are too.

Olorin

07-29-2003, 03:01 PM

Welcome Genevieve! I'm glad you're enjoying your stay at the Downs. Good luck in the future and post well. smilies/smile.gif

Alatariel Telemnar

07-29-2003, 06:26 PM

Welcome Genevieve! and any other newbie I missed!

Genevieve

07-29-2003, 09:36 PM

Thank you! Welcome to any other newbies!!

Shire Flower

07-29-2003, 09:50 PM

Hey, I'm new to the site. I found it while searching for a hobbit/elf name generator. I've heard about the Lord of the Rings series all my life and just recently decided to read it after watching the first movie. I fell in love with _The Hobbit_ and have read up to the Helms Deep chapter of TTT so far (as well as briefly looking over other chapters of TTT and RotK... what? I wanted to see if any of the main characters got killed off).

Genevieve

07-29-2003, 11:22 PM

Welcome! I've looked ahead in books too, particularly lotr *sheepish grin*. Sometimes its just too hard to wait. And Im not a very patient person. smilies/wink.gif Well, welcome to the downs!!

Annalaliath

07-30-2003, 05:26 PM

Wlecome all you new ones. And I like to type Poi than the rest of the Poi's name cuase I can't spell it right.

My long abesece has caused quite a stir.... well, mabe not.

Enjoy the deadness.

Nehani

07-31-2003, 12:39 PM

Greeting to all! I know some on this sight, but I know Genevieve the most (crazy people we both are). I've been having the most fun in a while on this site, and it lets me escape the evil that is 6-9:30 rehersals (shudder). Well, dead is better!

Nehani of the Insomnia Forest

Genevieve

08-01-2003, 02:08 PM

smilies/biggrin.gif Yes we do know eachother quiet well. smilies/biggrin.gif

Any other newcomers?!

Amarantha_Daisy

08-01-2003, 09:16 PM

Hello, everyone. I'm new. I just found this place and was lookin' around... Heh heh. I love message boards and when I was surfing around everyone here seemed really nice, so I figured I'd sign up and talk to some other Tolkien freaks like me smilies/wink.gif Woo! Friends! I need those...

Any-woo, hi, everyone.

Genevieve

08-02-2003, 01:47 AM

Welcome! Enjoy being dead! It's alot of fun, Im sure you'll enjoy it! Have fun!

-Genvieve smilies/biggrin.gif

Tarien Ithil

08-02-2003, 11:49 AM

Welcome, Amarantha!

talk to some other Tolkien freaks like me

The Downs is the best place for Tolkien Discussions!

Woo! Friends! I need those...

The Downs is full of new people to meet. PM me or anyone else if you have a question!

Best and Enjoy!

Annalaliath

08-02-2003, 05:04 PM

Welcome. Enjoy being dead.... this is getting redundant. Freinds are to be had here at the Downs, and I hope you all find some. Feel free to PM mw if you like.

Novberaid

08-05-2003, 08:33 PM

It's great to aboard Middle Earth with all of you. Just got here from the Undying Lands. What? You didn't think the Valar
were going to leave you here without any new
guidance. Just to introduce myself - no I am
not a God. I am a direct descendant of Feanor! Manwe thought it might be good if
one of Finwe's relatives showed up here that
wasn't looking for trouble.

Kaiserin

08-05-2003, 11:49 PM

Hello all!
I dig the Barrow-Downs (no pun intended) and have gotten to read a lot of entertaining discussions here. I hope to get along with everyone, and of course enjoy myself (Though I also hope visiting the Downs won't become an adicting activity).
And yes, I enjoy being dead.

RoA_Gil-Galad

08-06-2003, 04:17 AM

Greetings, all. I'm a newbie to this forum but not LOTR discussion groups, having bashed quite a few people in them. smilies/smile.gif Just so that everyone won't ask me, RoA stands for Rebels of Arda. Its the clan I'm in on Starcraft and I decided to use my username for this as well. So, um, I'm off to make myself known.

Tarien Ithil

08-06-2003, 12:52 PM

Hey all and welcome! I think its time we thought up something rather than "enjoy being dead." What about......."dig the grave well" or "have fun haunting the Downs"
C'mon guys, help me here!

And BTW, welcoem newbies! Get out there and make yourselves known! smilies/biggrin.gif

Ghostblade

08-08-2003, 06:47 PM

I have been here awhile and figured i would check this place out. It is pretty cool.

Novnarwen

08-12-2003, 08:36 AM

Hi ya all!

I consider myself as a newbe, even though I have spent about three whole-non-stop months here. You see, I just found this thread among the millions, yeah I feel like there are millions of threads here. It's almost confusing for a individ like me.. smilies/biggrin.gif

Anyway, the only thing I regret doing when I registered, was the name....*sigh* smilies/frown.gif
Why? Why? Why? I can't understand why I registered as Novnarwen. Now I really want to change, but I'll just stick to this.

What about Tom Bombadil's yellow boots? (I really want that nick..)

Or Scary/Freaky Oliphant? (I want that one too..)

Okey, enough about my whining... It's my own fault..*sigh*

Hmmm... That was about it, for now.. I guess..

*Nova* smilies/biggrin.gif

Suardeloth_Blue_Istari

08-12-2003, 08:40 PM

Hello everybody.

I have never been to forum site before, and obviously this is my first time for this site, too. I'd like to get to know some of you, and I'd appreciate help, if anyone can give me some tips. Oh well, for now I'll stay clueless.

A Dark Lord Named Hasufel

08-12-2003, 08:47 PM

Greetings! I am a Tolkien fan from WAYYYYYYYY back. I hope I can make a good impression on all you Downers... I know how hard that can be! A few of my interests are reading Tolkien, reading more Tolkien, writing, playing sports and smoking the pipe weed.

Adieu

Suardeloth_Blue_Istari

08-12-2003, 09:05 PM

Greetings Hasufel,

I wonder if two Tolkien fans a night is average for this site. Cool s/n, Hasufel. And a question for all you ppl out there who are regulars: Why am I newly dead?

-Suardeloth

Bekah

08-12-2003, 11:44 PM

I wonder...how many people noticed my fairly lengthy absence?

Welcome to all those that have joined for the last five or so pages. And hello again to those that already know me.

Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.

Cheers,

~ Elentari II

P.S. Imladris (the link to which is in Altariel's sig) is a really cool place for all Elendili (elf-friends). I hope to see many new faces there too!

Tarien Ithil

08-13-2003, 12:08 PM

Why am I newly dead?

This is just a saying we have for newbies here on the Downs. The whoel concept of teh Downs is death. We are dead here so we say 'Newly deads/ to the newbies. smilies/smile.gif

I wonder...how many people noticed my fairly lengthy absence?

I'm sure a lot of us did, Bekah! I noticed! smilies/wink.gif

Best,
Tarien

Bekah

08-13-2003, 01:11 PM

Oh, I feel loved now!!! smilies/wink.gif

In our history (not only Middle-earth) we have barrows for our dead kings. The history (ME this time) of the Barrowdowns is a whole civilization that fell long ages ago. Anyway, we (i.e. the members of the BD forums) are Newly Deceased for a few Posts, and then we start to gain rank. "Animated Skeleton" "Pile o'Bones" "Haunting Spirit" "Shade of Carn-Dum" and finally "Ghost Prince of Cardolan". If you have always posted intelligently and respectfully, not only do you contribute to the forums and do not waste space, you get to choose your own title. This is why you will see various people with titles such as "Fair and Cold" - Lush has that one. smilies/redface.gif

Post well. It is often helpful to read the Faq first and any announcement a mod puts up. smilies/tongue.gif

Love and blessings to you all,

~ Elentari II

Annalaliath

08-13-2003, 02:47 PM

hi all i am back again, man with this new hobby in sewing I have no tome fro the net. anyway I like being dead let us haunt some more..... and you will like this death! I deand that you do! any way all here on account of folly say aye!

Aye!

enjoy yourselves newly deads.

Aundario

08-14-2003, 07:44 AM

Hey all, I'm Aundario. I absolutely love the J.R.R. Tolkien books. Probably not as much as most here, but I still think they're brilliant. I'm currently reading the Two Towers (first time), and I'm in the part where Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli are about to enter Fangorn. Totally awesome!!! All of what I've read so far is much better than the movies. I hope I'll be able to get along with every one here.

Bekah

08-14-2003, 01:18 PM

Welcome to the Barrowdowns, Aundario!!

Remember to post well and be respectful.

You may like to try out some Role Playing Games, beginning in the Green Dragon in the Shire, or you may like to join our friendly debates about various things in either the Movies or Books forums. Middle-earth Mirth is also a great place; you may find and contribute to some hilarious threads.

But most of all, remember to enjoy the Barrowdowns.

Faqs etc. are always helpful; it's a good idea to read those.

If you need any help, feel free to ask me.

Cheers,

~ Elentari II

lil'kitty

08-15-2003, 04:15 AM

Hullo everyone!
Me be lil'kitty, and if my avatar is showing, you'll see why! =) I'm a big fan of LotR, especially Balrogs! =)

Yavanna228

08-15-2003, 09:42 AM

Even though this is a bit late, welcome back, Bekah! It's still so awesome to see someone with my name around the Downs. smilies/wink.gif
Anyways, welcome all newcomers! Enjoy the living dead!
Peace

Rilwen Gamgee

08-15-2003, 11:19 AM

Hullo! I'm new... sort of. I've been having a great time hanging out here with other Tolkien freaks who understand me. *sigh* You guys are great and I enjoy being dead! smilies/smile.gif

Bekah

08-15-2003, 05:44 PM

Even though this is a bit late, welcome back, Bekah! It's still so awesome to see someone with my name around the Downs.

Thanks. smilies/wink.gif

Welcome, lil'kitty, and welcome, Rilwen Gamgee.

Remember to use correct grammar and no chat language in the forums, lil'kitty. But also remember to enjoy yourself.

And the usual advice: post well, be respectful, reading faqs and announcements made by the mods is a good idea.

If you need any help or just want to say hi, feel free to PM me.

Cheers,

~ Elentari II

Temril

08-17-2003, 12:04 PM

Hello all,

I am new here... I'm mostly interested in RPGing and in anything Rohan. I'll be looking around and see what i can find here. Any place you could recomment where I could start?

Yavanna228

08-17-2003, 12:46 PM

Welcome Temril!
For RPGing, start in The Shire forum. Also, the Novices and Newcomers forum is an ideal place for you to start your experience on this board. Using the 'search' function can help you find things specifically about Rohan, or any other subject you so desire. One tip: make sure you read the rules and FAQ in each forum. Make sure you are polite, on topic, and contribute well to the discussion whenever you post, and you'll do just fine here. smilies/smile.gif
If you have any further questions, feel free to PM me or any other member here. We'd be happy to help! smilies/smile.gif
Peace

Bêthberry

08-18-2003, 08:25 AM

Hello and welcome to the Barrow Downs, Temril.

If you are interested in gaming, please check out the forum called The Shire, where people new to the Downs learn about gaming here. Introduce your character at The Green Dragon Inn and get to know the mods there, piosennial and Child of the Seventh Age. New Shire games are often advertised there. You can also check out the discussion threads for games there to see how to apply to join a Shire game.

Have fun!

Bêthberry
Moderator for Rohan

lossenlithiel

08-18-2003, 01:46 PM

Hey all. I've only been here a week or so, and have a question too. What's with the writing under your name and on your profile? Like, newly deceased, wight, ghostly wanderer? What does it mean exactly? Oh, I'd like to get to know some other ppl, too. Anyway, ttyl

Estelyn Telcontar

08-18-2003, 02:55 PM

Welcome to the Downs! That frequently asked question is answered, among others, on the Forum FAQ (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=2&t=001152) thread, at the top of this forum's main page. For more information, you can also read the Forum Policies (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=2&t=001174) thread. Hope you enjoy yourself here!

Bomba-who?

08-22-2003, 06:56 AM

Hello! I've been reading the forums on the 'Downs for quite a while and finally got around to joining. Hope I don't screw up!

shadow

08-22-2003, 09:03 AM

I am new but I love "The Lord of the Rings"

ROCK ON GANDALF!!!

Annalaliath

08-22-2003, 11:22 AM

Hi all and welcome. What has been stated before is to be respectfull of other and to be cool to the mods( they count as people too). Give the mods what they want and things will be fine. Also in the RPG rooms follow the rules! read the Red Book or what ever they have for rules before you try to join in so you can save Poi and the other shire mods frustration.

yes have fun, we are all dead here.

Ughósh the Abominable

08-24-2003, 02:22 AM

Hi friends-

I've known about this site for a while, but only recently started coming here often. Geez, I thought I knew a lot about Lord of the Rings before, but holy crap was I wrong! Thanks for opening up a whole new dimension of Tolkien knowledge for me!

To many memorable discussions, debates, and comic fiascoes in the months to come. *toast*

Luthien_ Tinuviel

08-24-2003, 03:13 PM

Welcome! Have fun, and post often! smilies/biggrin.gif

Tarien Ithil

08-27-2003, 12:04 PM

Hey Ughosh! Wow, your name sounds fearsome! smilies/evil.gif

Happy posting. smilies/smile.gif

kittiewhirl1677

08-27-2003, 12:33 PM

To lordess _mystique:
Hey Yulli! I didn't know you singed up! Izzy just told me you did... I was away again, so sorry I didn't welcome you earlier. Hope you enjoy the Downs as much as I do!

-Maya

Elaron

08-28-2003, 11:08 PM

Im new around here but I look forward to using the site to further my knowledge of Tolkein and maybe help some other people learn some more.

Eärendil

08-29-2003, 02:33 AM

Welcome Elaron! *smiles*
Enjoy your stay and post often!

Everdawn

08-29-2003, 05:17 AM

Welcome New People!!!!! we were all once in your shoes...! uh.. thats all i have to say now, so ill just say it again Welcome!

Unwashed Hobbit

08-29-2003, 07:17 AM

I aqm also not that"new" to Tolkien by hi, I'm unwashed hobbit (or stinker)

Forest Walker

08-29-2003, 09:08 AM

Hi! I am tachnically new to Barrow Downs, but I was a member here some eons ago.

I am Forest Walker, also known across the web as Gaia, or Forest Dweller. So, here I am again, after being absent from lotr-obsessiveness for a long time, i saw a link to this site somewhere, so i decided to check out if anything had changed. smilies/biggrin.gif

Oh, and don't worry if i make no sense sometimes, I have a habit of going very silly if i ingest chocolate or caffeine (so basically evry day) smilies/biggrin.gif smilies/biggrin.gif

Annalaliath

08-29-2003, 11:41 AM

Welcome forest walker person. and all the rest of the newly dead. I have taken to heart to post seldom and not to get all excited over the rank under your screen name. The only place I will post everyday is in real good discussions or in the RP bords. Poi and the rest of the mods do a great job and need to be respected. If Poi(poisonel[sp?) does a save for you or edets your post don't get balistic, it is for your own good. Not to mention before you you even travers into the inn you should have already read the rules in the Red book. But like I have stated before, give the mods what they want, and don't hate them and especially don't flaim them or anyone else! Have fun but not at someone elses expense and please post intelagently.

And by-the-way it is two taps of the enter key to make a seperate paragraph not one.

Annalaliath

Alatariel Telemnar

08-29-2003, 03:35 PM

Welcome all newbies! Glad to have ya! Hope that you will soon be familar with forum and member. Please read the Rules in the beginning of each section, and enjoy being dead!

Everdawn

08-30-2003, 02:25 AM

enjoy being dead!
Remembers solemly*** Yes we are dead arent we! Thats bad luck...

Eleriina

08-31-2003, 04:36 AM

Greetings All

I have known about this forum for sometime now but I never really had the time to join, but look here I am. I am quite eager to start posting in all the forums but most of all the books (I am only fourteen and I fear the discussions might be a bit advanced for me, but hey its worth a try)! I enjoyed Tolkien’s works such as The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and best yet Silmarillion (Then again I enjoyed all the books he wrote, that is the one's I've read)!

finafyr

09-02-2003, 02:42 AM

Hello .. my name is FInafyr.. I have been a lover of all things Tolkien for over 30 years.. I just wanted to say hello
smilies/smile.gif

could someone Please tell me how to get an avatar.. smilies/smile.gif

[ September 02, 2003: Message edited by: finafyr ]

dragoneyes

09-02-2003, 03:15 AM

Welcome to everyone new ever.

Enjoy your time here, hopefully it will be long (unless you find a way to un-die yourself).

For your avatar, just click on "my profile", which is in the top right-hand corner. And then "View/Update profile" then scroll down until you find "Your Picture" where you put the URL in.

*Arwen*

09-02-2003, 05:55 AM

HEY! I'M *ARWEN* AND IM NEW HERE.
I'VE BEEN TOLD THAT THIS IS THE BEST PLACE TO GO!

I AM HAVING FUN ON THE RPGs ASWELL

Amanaduial the archer

09-02-2003, 06:26 AM

Having fun playing with you, *Arwen* sweetie. Hope to see you ever more around there.

Finafyr, welcome - I do like your name. Sounds sort of delicate, yet fiery. I like very much. As for being a Tolkien-lover...well, you're in good and plentiful company here!

Eleriina - (the same goes for Finafyr for your name, lovely.) Have a try at the books - you may be surprised. The discussions are generally interesting for all, no matter what age (I am also 14 smilies/smile.gif ). Don't feel restricted to one forum though - most all of the sections in the barrowdowns are good *cough*RPGing*cough* smilies/wink.gif

Forest Walker - nice avatar. An old member, huh? Well, at least you'll know your way around! And as for getting silly under the influence of caffeine or chocolate...ah, I see several people over there who will be glad to make your acquaintance! smilies/biggrin.gif

Unwashed Hobbit - lol, I like the name. Hmm, stinker...

Elaron - nice sig, thoughtful, and true. As for knowledge - you'll also find yourself in good company, and I'm sure your knowledge and quest for it will be welcomed. smilies/smile.gif

Ughosh - as Tarien said, wow, fearsome name! *clinks glass against Ughosh's, careful not to knock over the bloodstained axe nearby* smilies/wink.gif

Vanaelda

09-02-2003, 12:55 PM

I am really depressed and I need consoling so if anyone can email me please email me at the following addy: goodfriendmel@mhs-pa.org smilies/frown.gif

Rick

09-02-2003, 01:42 PM

I've been lurking here for a while, but decided to start participating. I'm long-time LOTR/Hobbit/etc. reader, reading them all at least once a year, so I'm no "Novice"...

Elwen_starmaiden

09-02-2003, 03:24 PM

Um, Hi,I'm Elwen, I just joined, a little lost, but it looks nice here. I've read the books during the past year, including the Silmarillion, and I've become a big fan. I hope to enjoy my time spent here. smilies/smile.gif

Amanaduial the archer

09-03-2003, 05:34 AM

Vanaelda, check your PMs. smilies/smile.gif

Rick - ah ha, a lurker! Well, novice or no, welcome to the Barrowdowns as a full time member. smilies/wink.gif

Elwen starmaiden - another lovely name. smilies/smile.gif Little lost? Try the RPG rooms (The Shire, Rohan, and Gondor) for something a little different, especially if you like writing (and if you think you don't, I'm sure we can bring you around! smilies/wink.gif smilies/biggrin.gif ) Also, the Barrowdowns section is good for rather random topics, and its a place where you can get to know other barrowdowners better and make yourself better known.

-Aman

Annalaliath

09-03-2003, 11:50 PM

Oh yes to all Newly deads: Amandule the Archer is one to watch.( where is my pocket dictionary when I need it?) Aman is one of the people I respect in the Shire, hence the reason I never started any mischef in the green dragn. So welcome all of you and have fun.( I need to get back to my sewing...)

Maethorien

09-05-2003, 05:35 PM

Greetings, fellow humanoid life forms! I am Maethorien. I am also slightly insane, in case you hadn't noticed. I have loved Tolkein since I first read Lord of the Rings, though I only really became obsessed this summer.

Annalaliath

09-05-2003, 06:01 PM

Welcome. Don't worry you arn't the only insaine fan here. Although, being insaine is fun sometimes.

Welcome and have fun. Remember we are all dead here on the Downs.

you are within my realm

09-05-2003, 06:13 PM

Hi im new here too. i'd just like to say that this site is pretty kool and that im really having a good time replying to everyone.

Don't Forget to rate me! smilies/smile.gif smilies/tongue.gif

Annalaliath

09-05-2003, 06:16 PM

I can't rate you newly dead. But welcome anyway.

seremela

09-07-2003, 09:31 AM

Greetings

I am a fourteen year old newbie here (a girl incase you would like to know)! It is great to finally belong to a forum that is worth belonging to. It looks like a great forum that is fun but serious. I mainly joined the site for the RPG’s but I am sure I’ll enjoy the other forums. I most certainly will see you all around!

~ Séreméla ~

Amanaduial the archer

09-07-2003, 10:20 AM

Nyiff, not too serious, don't worry smilies/biggrin.gif. Welcome Séreméla (ha, I can do this accent deal...) - I love your name, by the way. Ah, another prospective RPGer, excellent...

you are within my realm - lol, well, an original name! Welcome, you are within my realm (woah, bit of a mouthful... smilies/wink.gif )

Maethorien - ah another pretty name... Greetings, fellow humanoid life forms A...different, yet strangely apt greeting... smilies/wink.gif

Annalaliath

09-07-2003, 11:59 AM

Hey fresh meat! Um I mean we can use a few new people in the RPGs..... Enjoy being here, as dead as we are.... I'll shut up now.

Mattius

09-07-2003, 01:05 PM

I'm not new by a long way but I did take quite a while off so I will announce my return again here---> I'M BACK!

Amanaduial the archer

09-07-2003, 01:44 PM

Mattius!!!! Oh, there, you're honoured with all four exclamations! (Yes, I'm talking rubbish, I'm happy and not used to it, what do you expect?! smilies/wink.gif ) You have no idea how much I have missed you, but I won't question your absence - welcome back, Mattius.

Helms

09-07-2003, 02:38 PM

Hi, I'm new and I want to get to know you all. So, Hi!

Gimli7326

09-09-2003, 07:39 PM

Hello people and creatures of Middle Earth.
I am new to this forum but not to LOTR. I am very interested in getting into some good discussions about LOTR. I know a fair amount about Lord of the Rings for a teenager. I was interested in it before the movie was even thought of. I chose to be Gimli because if i had been put in that book, there would be an exact resemblence to me and Gimli Elf-friend, Son of Gloin. I am interested in learning more about everyone in here so send me an email.

Gimli7326

09-09-2003, 07:41 PM

"I'll have no pointy-ear outscoring me!"
Gimli, Battle of Helms Deep

Annalaliath

09-09-2003, 08:51 PM

Gimli welcome you arnot alone in your before the movie facination. I can guarantee that there are a few other out there on the Barrowdowns that are fan from way back.

Matt-- arn't you the person who had the dancing chicken?

And to all the rest of the Newly deads out there her is a little something that is a bit of good advice. Have fun beung dead you all.
And yes sometimes we peve each other off, but ,most of us understand that we are not all the same. I have seen a few people chastised for insulting others, (either that or bad spelling);those insults were degrading. One that I saw was saying how stupid a particular thread was, and was not to kind to the poster..... that was not cool.

The best advise I can give is to look at an argument from all sides, and not flame people. And whaterver you do do not change yourself(just because you hate Harry Potter) or you veiws just because you think someone got hurt over it.

Some of the Mods are great, others I don't agree with, but I like to treat them with the same way as my instructors. I give them what they want. So if you stay on topic, don't insult people and say intelagent things you will do fine.

Oh yes and if you can't spell, like me, start to use word, word perfect, or any other program with a spell checker. This works for most of the time , but not always.

Welcome all, enjoy being dead( this is getting redundant) Imralris, I swear I won't bite your head off if you skrew up. Heak if you look at some of my old post, you would be in tears just because of the spelling. And when you are new there is more leaway, not to mention the mods are great here. Just the other say Poi had to edit my Post in one of the RPGs I am in because I got stupid and forgot to turn off my sig. Any way I hope you enjoy yourselves all you newly dead people. ( the only reason I am at the wight level and not higher is because I am carefull what I post. It may not appear that way but it is.) and here is a good place to start this will hepl with some problems that some have. (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=faq)

And if you want to RP go herefirst (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=19&t=000005)then go here. (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=19&t=000111). Alos feel free to loiter, and to email or pm me if you have questions or what have you.

Annalaliath

Mattius

09-11-2003, 02:51 PM

Ah yes my dancing chicken, I see word of me travells far and wide. Right now hes on holiday but hopefully he will reappear soon.

Mithadan

09-11-2003, 04:58 PM

Hail Mattius! Spend less time away and people will recall more than your infamous dancing chicken. smilies/evil.gif

Arwen Eruantale

09-12-2003, 02:08 PM

Wow, there are a lot of you. Welcome all. smilies/biggrin.gif I hope you enjoy it here!

The Saucepan Man

09-12-2003, 05:46 PM

Right now hes on holiday but hopefully he will reappear soon.

Be afraid. Be very afraid. He's back. smilies/eek.gif smilies/wink.gif

Annalaliath

09-12-2003, 07:23 PM

screems and runs away.

Yavanna228

09-12-2003, 09:30 PM

Be afraid. Be very afraid. He's back
*pumps fist in the air* YES!

Peace

Gorwingel

09-13-2003, 01:41 AM

Yippeee... Mattius is back!
Where did you go man? The Downs is just not the same without you smilies/cool.gif

Oh and Welcome to the 100 or so people who joined the Downs since the last time I posted on this topic.

I hope you enjoy a long, wonderful stay smilies/smile.gif

P.S. Read the FAQ's. Very, very useful smilies/cool.gif

Annalaliath

09-13-2003, 12:01 PM

P.S. Read the FAQ's. Very, very useful

faq (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=faq)

PiP_FrEaK_07

09-13-2003, 02:45 PM

hay peeps! i just registered and i know absolutley no one on here yet! so if any of yaull wanna talk to a fellow lotr fan, (especially pippin lol) then hollar back yaull! lol if yaull are interested in knowing more about me then just leave a post or if you wanna talk to me in the chat rooms, then go ahead, im on most of the day! or if you have yahoo messenger, then you can im me at lotr_gurl69 it doesnt matter to me, i just wanna get to know more lotr fans! *it comes in pints??!??-pippin took...duh* tty laterz!

Lynda

09-13-2003, 09:11 PM

Hello, I just wanted to say, "Hi." Hopefully I'll be on here alot.

Ea'ra'ne Lissesu'l

09-14-2003, 07:40 PM

Hello, i'm new, and just wanted to introduse myself.

Tinuviel of Denton

09-14-2003, 07:59 PM

Hey to those of you who are new!

For those of you who don't know, we try to use proper grammar and avoid chatspeak on the forums. (The chat room is of course another story.) It makes it a great deal easier to follow your train of thought that way.

Welcome to the Downs, and enjoy being d.ead!

Light of Eärendil

09-14-2003, 10:49 PM

Hello!
I'm new here. But not new to Tolkien books. I'm from México, but right now I'm living in USA.
I hope we can have a great time talking about the greatest fantasy books ever written.

Namarië...

Annalaliath

09-15-2003, 08:55 AM

Alrighty then. Here on the Barrow Downs, ther are a few people who can't understand chat speak. For many of them English is a second language. Others, like myself just palin don't get alot of it. We here try our best not to use it out of respect for other and the fact that it is realy anoying when someone is tallking about their seeds and who are peeps and what is BTW and all that other stuff. This respect thing ties in with not flaiming anyone or verbaly bashing someone. Have fun but not at someone elses expence.

If you want to join an RP you need to read here. (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=19&t=000005) After this you need to go and post here (http://forum.barrowdowns.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=19&t=000111).

Have a great time.

Annalaliath

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