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Mithennor · 10-10-2008, 10:15 PM

Tragic, what will my nick name be?

mayhaps "Thenn" would work? I dunno. But thanks for the welcome.

TheGreatElvenWarrior · 10-10-2008, 10:52 PM

Welcome, Mithennor! We could call you Nor?

Mithennor · 10-12-2008, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TheGreatElvenWarrior

Welcome, Mithennor! We could call you Nor?

haha, that works, I'm pretty open...I mean, my own mom can't remember my real name and she's the one who gave it to me

Gwathagor · 10-12-2008, 11:53 PM

Or Mith the Younger.

Mithalwen · 10-13-2008, 06:23 AM

I think we must be related ... my mother couldn't remember my name either...

and Master Gwathagor, your suggestion is most un-gallant. Besides Mithadan, I think is rather older than I am.

Gwathagor · 10-13-2008, 06:56 AM

Oh.

Every time I open my mouth...

Mithalwen · 10-13-2008, 10:26 AM

you just change feet?

Lol don't worry about it....

Mithennor · 10-13-2008, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Gwathagor

Or Mith the Younger.

hmmm... we could go with Mith the Kid, kinda along the lines of 'Billy the Kid' which would be a neat refrence...did I mention I was something of a geek? anyhoo-

Mithalwen, ever get the dead cat's name? I get that one frequently... And my poor siblings never know who she is actually trying to call, we generally try to work it out through context such as "you didn't get caught, did you?"

"who here has done something that would make her mad?"

Mithalwen · 10-13-2008, 12:28 PM

No but I did get asked if I remembered when the dead cat was a puppy.... funnily enough the only time she could remember my name was when I was in trouble when I'd get every last syllable of both Christian names and surname "Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul, what do you think you are doing?".

The rest of the time she'd use my elder sister's name then "err...darling" as if she were thinking "I know we gave the other one a name, what was it?".

I wouldn't have minded so much but it took them so long apparently to choose my names that you would have thought they would have remembered. Our old neighbour said she gave up asking what they were going to call me and I was registered about as late as you can be without breaking the law - and after life saving surgery... parents eh?

Mithalwen · 10-11-2008, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Mithennor

Tragic, what will my nick name be?

mayhaps "Thenn" would work? I dunno. But thanks for the welcome.

Well I still feel like an imposter - since the elders of the site tend to mean Mithadan when they say Mith. So I have no right or inclination to get possessive about it ..I am sure it will be clear by context who is meant - though if you start to play werewolf me may have to set a convention . I certainly you stay around enough for it to become an issue.

It could get to be like the Forsyte Saga - "Nicholas, Young Nicholas and Very young Nicholas" ..I quite like that ... at my age young even in a relative context would be a cheering prefix!!!

Lalaith · 10-11-2008, 05:53 AM

I am in a similar position; t'other Lal I think has a precedence.
We have yet to play in the same WW game, however.

White_Knight · 10-20-2008, 12:37 PM

greetings and hello to all from myself- My name is Gervias, but I am known far and wide as the white knight. I fight evil and injustice- reknown for fighting for and defending the white tower. I have fought in the war of the ring and other conflicts stretching over years of middle earth's history.

With that- greetings and hail the white tower.

White_Knight · 10-20-2008, 12:39 PM

I would like to get into role playing here- though I know not how it works- I beg of thee elders of barrow-downs, aid me in my battle against evil!

Groin Redbeard · 10-20-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by White_Knight

I would like to get into role playing here- though I know not how it works- I beg of thee elders of barrow-downs, aid me in my battle against evil!

Yehaw! We have another writer in our midst, they are so rare these days!

I'm not sure if I'm right about this but I think that the custom for all new RPGers is to check into the Golden Perch Inn. What you do is you click on the link that says Shire and go to the Golden Perch Inn Disscussion Thread, then you ask the mod if you can post in the thread. Then after the Golden Perch Inn you can check out some of the other games in the Shire that you might want to join.

Oh, and by the way: welcome to the Downs!

White_Knight · 10-20-2008, 01:15 PM

lol thanks!!! I have read abit about the rpging now- hehe I was thinking for some reason that we had to be in or have a character right from the get go- thank you for the clarification- it is greatly appreciated!

Legate of Amon Lanc · 10-20-2008, 01:30 PM

Indeed, let me second Groin. There's never enough of RPG players! Welcome, White_Knight! And nobody restrains you from being in-character if you wish, it may be interesting

And, of course, if you feel like it, let me encourage you to visit also other parts of the Downs besides the roleplaying section - you may find something interesting even there, for sure.

Anyway, enjoy your stay!

White_Knight · 10-20-2008, 01:41 PM

oh ya for sure- I am currently perusing the sight- and let me say that I am rapidly becoming a big big fan. I have been looking around for a site of this magnitude for some time. I love LoTR and I hope that I may greatly contribute around here....

Gil-Galad · 10-29-2008, 10:54 AM

*yawn*

what did i miss?

OelteA · 12-11-2008, 11:06 AM

Heya folks, Lady OelteA (Oh-Ell-Tay-Ah) here hoping to join in all the fun. This is my first reading of the LoR books, and am feeling the constant urge to dig deeper into the story. So far I'm in Rivendell in Part One, with Frodo enjoying running into Bilbo again.

Have had the book set for over 5 years, and have been saving the reading project for a special time. It has now dawned, and I'm totally infatuated with the story. I've been surrounded by LoR fans going back to their first readings in the 70s, so have heard much about this story that has enchanted me.

Hoping to gather more insight into the story line, as well as handling the inconsistencies (one of them drawing me here in the first place; looking into the inconsistency with the creatures in the Misty Mountains: The Hobbit has gremlins, and The Fellowship of the Ring has Orcs...still haven't figure that one out).

Found the FAQ's, and am now trying to figure out how to properly write my handle OelteA with the squiggly's (can't actually find the ability to change that name; s'pose a moderator would do this?)

Still not sure how to properly arrange any squiggly's in my name, as I made up the name 7 years ago when I started learning RPGing...haven't had a source to play with since, but will get on again when I do (still much to learn).

Anyways, I look forward to all your insight in these forums and can't wait to know more

alatar · 12-11-2008, 11:17 AM

Welcome Lady OelteA to the Downs. Hope you enjoy your time here as well as reading the books. I'm currently a couple of chapters ahead, though this is about the thirtieth time through.

Some information can be found here regarding the difference between orcs and goblins.

Gwathagor · 12-11-2008, 02:22 PM

Indeed, welcome.

Estelyn Telcontar · 12-12-2008, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by OelteA

Found the FAQ's, and am now trying to figure out how to properly write my handle OelteA with the squiggly's (can't actually find the ability to change that name; s'pose a moderator would do this?)

Sorry, OelteA - members cannot change their nicknames here. That's a decision that was made by The Barrow-Wight when the forum was founded over eight years ago. As a moderator, I can't do it for you either; only the administrators can, and they do it only in extremely rare cases.

I welcome both you and Stewie to the Downs; enjoy yourself here!

10-10-2008, 10:15 PM	#1
Mithennor Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: along the margins Posts: 18	Tragic, what will my nick name be? mayhaps "Thenn" would work? I dunno. But thanks for the welcome. __________________ Pale and fair oh gazing there, her reflection does it change. The gleaming girl who there be waits, thinks what she sees is strange...

10-10-2008, 10:52 PM	#2
TheGreatElvenWarrior Mighty Quill Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Walking off to look for America Posts: 2,230	Welcome, Mithennor! We could call you Nor? __________________ The Party Doesn't Start Until You're Dead.

10-12-2008, 11:53 PM	#4
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	Or Mith the Younger. __________________ Stories and songs.

10-13-2008, 06:23 AM	#5
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,460	I think we must be related ... my mother couldn't remember my name either... and Master Gwathagor, your suggestion is most un-gallant. Besides Mithadan, I think is rather older than I am. __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-13-2008, 06:56 AM	#6
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	Oh. Every time I open my mouth... __________________ Stories and songs.

10-13-2008, 10:26 AM	#7
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,460	you just change feet? Lol don't worry about it.... __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-13-2008, 12:28 PM	#9
Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul Join Date: May 2004 Location: watching the wonga-wonga birds circle... Posts: 9,460	No but I did get asked if I remembered when the dead cat was a puppy.... funnily enough the only time she could remember my name was when I was in trouble when I'd get every last syllable of both Christian names and surname "Mithalwen Pilgrim Soul, what do you think you are doing?". The rest of the time she'd use my elder sister's name then "err...darling" as if she were thinking "I know we gave the other one a name, what was it?". I wouldn't have minded so much but it took them so long apparently to choose my names that you would have thought they would have remembered. Our old neighbour said she gave up asking what they were going to call me and I was registered about as late as you can be without breaking the law - and after life saving surgery... parents eh? __________________ “But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.” Christopher Tolkien, Requiescat in pace

10-11-2008, 05:53 AM	#11
Lalaith Blithe Spirit Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 2,779	I am in a similar position; t'other Lal I think has a precedence. We have yet to play in the same WW game, however. __________________ Out went the candle, and we were left darkling

10-20-2008, 12:37 PM	#12
White_Knight Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DC Posts: 8	greetings and hello to all from myself- My name is Gervias, but I am known far and wide as the white knight. I fight evil and injustice- reknown for fighting for and defending the white tower. I have fought in the war of the ring and other conflicts stretching over years of middle earth's history. With that- greetings and hail the white tower. __________________ One day, our paths will lead us there and the tower guard will take up the call: The Lords of Gondor have returned.

10-20-2008, 12:39 PM	#13
White_Knight Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DC Posts: 8	I would like to get into role playing here- though I know not how it works- I beg of thee elders of barrow-downs, aid me in my battle against evil! __________________ One day, our paths will lead us there and the tower guard will take up the call: The Lords of Gondor have returned.

10-20-2008, 01:15 PM	#15
White_Knight Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DC Posts: 8	lol thanks!!! I have read abit about the rpging now- hehe I was thinking for some reason that we had to be in or have a character right from the get go- thank you for the clarification- it is greatly appreciated! __________________ One day, our paths will lead us there and the tower guard will take up the call: The Lords of Gondor have returned.

10-20-2008, 01:30 PM	#16
Legate of Amon Lanc A Voice That Gainsayeth Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In that far land beyond the Sea Posts: 7,431	Indeed, let me second Groin. There's never enough of RPG players! Welcome, White_Knight! And nobody restrains you from being in-character if you wish, it may be interesting And, of course, if you feel like it, let me encourage you to visit also other parts of the Downs besides the roleplaying section - you may find something interesting even there, for sure. Anyway, enjoy your stay! __________________ "Should the story say 'he ate bread,' the dramatic producer can only show 'a piece of bread' according to his taste or fancy, but the hearer of the story will think of bread in general and picture it in some form of his own." -On Fairy-Stories

10-20-2008, 01:41 PM	#17
White_Knight Pile O'Bones Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DC Posts: 8	oh ya for sure- I am currently perusing the sight- and let me say that I am rapidly becoming a big big fan. I have been looking around for a site of this magnitude for some time. I love LoTR and I hope that I may greatly contribute around here.... __________________ One day, our paths will lead us there and the tower guard will take up the call: The Lords of Gondor have returned.

10-29-2008, 10:54 AM	#18
Gil-Galad Psyche of Prince Immortal Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Above a Parapet Obvious exits are: North, South, and Dennis Posts: 4,734	yawn what did i miss? __________________ Love doesn't blow up and get killed.

12-11-2008, 11:06 AM	#19
OelteA Newly Deceased Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1	Newbie from Ottawa Canada Heya folks, Lady OelteA (Oh-Ell-Tay-Ah) here hoping to join in all the fun. This is my first reading of the LoR books, and am feeling the constant urge to dig deeper into the story. So far I'm in Rivendell in Part One, with Frodo enjoying running into Bilbo again. Have had the book set for over 5 years, and have been saving the reading project for a special time. It has now dawned, and I'm totally infatuated with the story. I've been surrounded by LoR fans going back to their first readings in the 70s, so have heard much about this story that has enchanted me. Hoping to gather more insight into the story line, as well as handling the inconsistencies (one of them drawing me here in the first place; looking into the inconsistency with the creatures in the Misty Mountains: The Hobbit has gremlins, and The Fellowship of the Ring has Orcs...still haven't figure that one out). Found the FAQ's, and am now trying to figure out how to properly write my handle OelteA with the squiggly's (can't actually find the ability to change that name; s'pose a moderator would do this?) Still not sure how to properly arrange any squiggly's in my name, as I made up the name 7 years ago when I started learning RPGing...haven't had a source to play with since, but will get on again when I do (still much to learn). Anyways, I look forward to all your insight in these forums and can't wait to know more

12-11-2008, 11:17 AM	#20
alatar Doubting Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Heaven's basement Posts: 2,466	Welcome Lady OelteA to the Downs. Hope you enjoy your time here as well as reading the books. I'm currently a couple of chapters ahead, though this is about the thirtieth time through. Some information can be found here regarding the difference between orcs and goblins. __________________ There is naught that you can do, other than to resist, with hope or without it.

12-11-2008, 02:22 PM	#21
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	Indeed, welcome. __________________ Stories and songs.