The Lingering Darkness Planning/Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

piosenniel · 09-09-2005, 10:29 AM

Let me echo Hilde's sentiments:

Nice post, Ealasaide!

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You've done such a thorough job of getting inside such a twisted character's mind and presenting her so vividly and consistently.

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And kudos to Hilde and Nerindel for how well they've fleshed out their characters. Their complexity is so well presented, they seem almost to be people I might have met or glimpsed along the way.

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Again - thanks for the well written story that keeps unfolding and keeps me checking for the next post!

~*~ Pio

Ealasaide · 09-09-2005, 10:37 AM

Thankee, Hilde and Pio! ***blushes & bows to the ground*** You are too kind!

And I heartily agree with Pio regarding Hilde and Nerindel. You are doing a great job with your characters and the twists and turns you bring to the plot line! Great stuff.

Nerindel · 09-09-2005, 12:32 PM

Wow great post Eala

Hilde I am going to throw up a save not sure if it will be for Lespheria or Vanwe(I think alot will be going through her mind atm that should be shared) or perhaps both not sure yet, but go ahead with Menecin's attack as the posts for either will be regarding the doubts Naiore has given them.

Hilde Bracegirdle · 09-09-2005, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by piosenniel

You've done such a thorough job of getting inside such a twisted character's mind and presenting her so vividly and consistently!

Exactly! Well put Pio.

Nerindel, I'm running on the assumption that Lespheria will not lower her bow considerably, at least until Vanwe is free. Let me know if you think her arm will get too tired!

Hilde Bracegirdle · 09-13-2005, 02:00 PM

Hmm...It is looking like I might be awhile writing Menecin's post, and do apologize. Real life is raining soccerballs, volleyballs and assorted relatives on me. I will try not to be an overly long time about it.

Ealasaide · 09-13-2005, 03:08 PM

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You've done such a thorough job of getting inside such a twisted character's mind and presenting her so vividly and consistently.

Kinda scary, ain't it?

But I do thank you.

Hilde - regarding your slow post - no problem! Will be looking forward to it whenever it arrives.

piosenniel · 09-15-2005, 01:49 PM

~*~ NOTICE ~*~

Let it be known that

Fordim Hedgethistle

known to those in the Shire as Master Hearpwine, and etc . . .
has now had his name engraved on the iron plaque that bears the list of the story-tellers of Gondor.

Huzzah!

Let all come to The Inn of the Seventh Star in Minas Tirith and raise a glass of cheer to Fordim.

** And for those wondering, drink and food are free on this occasion. And all are most welcome **

~*~

~*~

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Seriously, everyone is welcome to come to the Inn in Gondor, in whatever character you'd like.

Give a word of congrats to Fordim and knock back a drink or two. I'm there, playing darts . . . challenge, anyone? . . .

Hilde Bracegirdle · 09-24-2005, 06:55 AM

Ok, I have finally gotten that post for Menecin on the thread. So I guess we are in the mist of number 8 on the outline. Pease note that Menecin has been hit by Avanill's dart, and becoming increasingly passive will no longer present a problem to our heroes.

Avanill has been true to his word, the arrow was not doused with a fatal poison (as Naiore might believe), but something that renders the subject relatively harmless.

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End game outline

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Dúlrain Et al

1. Dúlrain with the help of Toby and Gilly go after Benia.

2. Dúlrain kills Barrold and they free Benia

3. Dúlrain confesses his love to Benia and she compassionately counsels him not to continue Kaldir's revenge and they all head back to Rivendell.

***WE ARE HERE***

4. end post

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Amandur's group

1. Amandur Et al leave Rivendell, finding Dir and discovering the fates of Kaldir and Rauthain.

2. Léspheria and Naiore sense each other’s presence and a fierce unseen battle ensues.

3. Amandur's group moves to encircle Naiore, using Léspheria as bait to draw out Naiore. Naiore plays along; falsely letting Léspheria believe her plan is working, while going after Menecin and Vanwe.

4. Naiore finds Vanwe and Avanill, killing Avanill.

5. Léspheria realizes Naiore’s intent, and cries out warning, but too late. Naiore has Vanwe and is taunting Menecin.

6. Naiore is within bow shot of Léspheria, and Léspheria tries to reason with her.

7. An enraged Menecin attacks Naiore.

***WE ARE HERE***

8. Vanwe slips from her mother's grasp into the arms of Léspheria & Vanwe's show of pity and compassion stops her father from delivering the deadly blow.

10. Desperate and filled with rage, Naiore turns on Léspheria.

11. Lespheria speaks to Naiore pointing out all that she has lost in persuit of an answer that was within her to begin with, She then turns her back on Naiore.

12. Naiore incensed and blaming Léspheria for Vanwe's pity strikes out at Léspheria.

13. Naiore is killed!

11. End post.

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Ealasaide · 09-24-2005, 08:15 AM

Well done, Hilde!

Nerindel - how are you coming on filling your save? Also, I was wondering if you would like to get a post in there, reacting to Menecin, before I pick up again with Naiore. (Actually, I'm hoping you post in both spots before I come back with Naiore - it would make my job so much easier knowing what your characters are up to!

)

09-09-2005, 10:29 AM	#1
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Let me echo Hilde's sentiments: Nice post, Ealasaide! --- You've done such a thorough job of getting inside such a twisted character's mind and presenting her so vividly and consistently. --- And kudos to Hilde and Nerindel for how well they've fleshed out their characters. Their complexity is so well presented, they seem almost to be people I might have met or glimpsed along the way. --- Again - thanks for the well written story that keeps unfolding and keeps me checking for the next post! ~*~ Pio __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

09-15-2005, 01:49 PM	#7
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	*~~ Sounds of cymbals and piping ~~* *~~ NOTICE ~~* Let it be known that Fordim Hedgethistle known to those in the Shire as Master Hearpwine, and etc . . . has now had his name engraved on the iron plaque that bears the list of the story-tellers of Gondor. Huzzah! Let all come to The Inn of the Seventh Star in Minas Tirith and raise a glass of cheer to Fordim. And for those wondering, drink and food are free on this occasion. And all are most welcome ~~ ~~ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seriously, everyone is welcome to come to the Inn in Gondor, in whatever character you'd like. Give a word of congrats to Fordim and knock back a drink or two. I'm there, playing darts . . . challenge, anyone? . . . __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

09-09-2005, 10:37 AM	#2
Ealasaide Shadow of Tyrn Gorthad Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Fencing Lyst Posts: 810	Thankee, Hilde and Pio! *blushes & bows to the ground* You are too kind! And I heartily agree with Pio regarding Hilde and Nerindel. You are doing a great job with your characters and the twists and turns you bring to the plot line! Great stuff.

09-09-2005, 12:32 PM	#3
Nerindel Spirited Weaver of Fates Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: In an endless sea of dreams! Posts: 827	Wow great post Eala Hilde I am going to throw up a save not sure if it will be for Lespheria or Vanwe(I think alot will be going through her mind atm that should be shared) or perhaps both not sure yet, but go ahead with Menecin's attack as the posts for either will be regarding the doubts Naiore has given them.

09-13-2005, 02:00 PM	#5
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	Hmm...It is looking like I might be awhile writing Menecin's post, and do apologize. Real life is raining soccerballs, volleyballs and assorted relatives on me. I will try not to be an overly long time about it.

09-24-2005, 06:55 AM	#8
Hilde Bracegirdle Relic of Wandering Days Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: You'll See Perpetual Change. Posts: 1,480	Ok, I have finally gotten that post for Menecin on the thread. So I guess we are in the mist of number 8 on the outline. Pease note that Menecin has been hit by Avanill's dart, and becoming increasingly passive will no longer present a problem to our heroes. Avanill has been true to his word, the arrow was not doused with a fatal poison (as Naiore might believe), but something that renders the subject relatively harmless. ******************************* End game outline ***************************** Dúlrain Et al 1. Dúlrain with the help of Toby and Gilly go after Benia. 2. Dúlrain kills Barrold and they free Benia 3. Dúlrain confesses his love to Benia and she compassionately counsels him not to continue Kaldir's revenge and they all head back to Rivendell. WE ARE HERE 4. end post ******************************* Amandur's group 1. Amandur Et al leave Rivendell, finding Dir and discovering the fates of Kaldir and Rauthain. 2. Léspheria and Naiore sense each other’s presence and a fierce unseen battle ensues. 3. Amandur's group moves to encircle Naiore, using Léspheria as bait to draw out Naiore. Naiore plays along; falsely letting Léspheria believe her plan is working, while going after Menecin and Vanwe. 4. Naiore finds Vanwe and Avanill, killing Avanill. 5. Léspheria realizes Naiore’s intent, and cries out warning, but too late. Naiore has Vanwe and is taunting Menecin. 6. Naiore is within bow shot of Léspheria, and Léspheria tries to reason with her. 7. An enraged Menecin attacks Naiore. WE ARE HERE 8. Vanwe slips from her mother's grasp into the arms of Léspheria & Vanwe's show of pity and compassion stops her father from delivering the deadly blow. 10. Desperate and filled with rage, Naiore turns on Léspheria. 11. Lespheria speaks to Naiore pointing out all that she has lost in persuit of an answer that was within her to begin with, She then turns her back on Naiore. 12. Naiore incensed and blaming Léspheria for Vanwe's pity strikes out at Léspheria. 13. Naiore is killed! 11. End post. ********************************

09-24-2005, 08:15 AM	#9
Ealasaide Shadow of Tyrn Gorthad Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Fencing Lyst Posts: 810	Well done, Hilde! Nerindel - how are you coming on filling your save? Also, I was wondering if you would like to get a post in there, reacting to Menecin, before I pick up again with Naiore. (Actually, I'm hoping you post in both spots before I come back with Naiore - it would make my job so much easier knowing what your characters are up to! )