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Elmo · 09-27-2009, 04:57 AM

It's all explained in Morgoth's Ring. Elves give part of their spirit to their children. Which is why Feanor's mother Miriel was absolutely knackered after giving birth to such strong, energetic spirit. So after a few children (Feanor's 7 was the greatest number in history I believe) they lose enthusiasm for more so they devote their attentions to other Elvish pastimes like singing and looking down on dwarves.

09-27-2009, 04:57 AM	#2
Elmo Pittodrie Poltergeist Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: trying to find that warm and winding lane again Posts: 633	It's all explained in Morgoth's Ring. Elves give part of their spirit to their children. Which is why Feanor's mother Miriel was absolutely knackered after giving birth to such strong, energetic spirit. So after a few children (Feanor's 7 was the greatest number in history I believe) they lose enthusiasm for more so they devote their attentions to other Elvish pastimes like singing and looking down on dwarves. __________________ As Beren looked into her eyes within the shadows of her hair, The trembling starlight of the skies he saw there mirrored shimmering.