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Old 07-15-2002, 12:36 PM   #1
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i am a master elf bowmen but right now i have chosen to help those who have less knowledge than i, so fire away.

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Old 07-15-2002, 12:45 PM   #2
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You may have noticed there are threads and threads of questions, though they have all been answered already. Are you a master of all things Middle-earth? Or is there a special area where you are more reliable? If you are going to offer your services so graciously, we want to be sure to get the most out of you that we can!

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Old 07-15-2002, 12:58 PM   #3
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What is the average wing speed of a fully laden swallow?
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Old 07-15-2002, 01:32 PM   #4
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Do balrogs have wings? And if so, can they fly?

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Old 07-15-2002, 01:48 PM   #5
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OK OK! Its started already. Let's resist our urge to ask our new friend Monty Python questions. And lets spare the Downs another round of Balrog Wings (and a pitcher of beer!). Instead, lets ask him a Middle-earth question as yet unheard of. Something fresh and new.... or something old and long buried....

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Old 07-15-2002, 01:53 PM   #6
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How many years would it take for an elf to master archery and how long would it take for an elf to ride a horse. Or is that more instinct than learning. (did I word correctly? Oh well)

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Old 07-15-2002, 02:10 PM   #7
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Old 07-15-2002, 02:18 PM   #8
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I withdraw the balrog wings, but the beer has already been poured!

So, ElvenArcher61, why do you think that some of the elves did not return to the Blessed Lands of the the West when called. And do you think their reasons for refusing the Call were valid?
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Old 07-15-2002, 02:43 PM   #9
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Old 07-15-2002, 03:08 PM   #10
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Yes, do tell us about Elwing's brothers - they are dear to my heart!
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Old 07-15-2002, 03:31 PM   #11
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explain the difference between the maiar and the valar.

oh, and balrogs do have wings. it is not a real discussion cos the answer is obvious- YES!

just thought i'd throw that in.... [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]
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Old 07-15-2002, 04:14 PM   #12
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Mae Govannen, ElvenArcher61. I'm ElvenRedhead1. Welcome to the Downs.
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Old 07-16-2002, 08:52 PM   #13
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Yes the balrogs have wings but no they cant fly, it takes a elf 5-10 years for a truly skilled elf, but for an average elf, 10-20. normally elves dont ride horses unless the occasion calls for it, such as a battle, or wanting to make a speedious trip somewhere.

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Old 07-16-2002, 08:57 PM   #14
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Okay, superimportant question:
How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood? Nah, I'm just kidding. Welcome to the Barrow Downs.
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Old 07-16-2002, 09:02 PM   #15
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the difference between the valar and the maiar is that the maiar served the valar and were not immortal, however, they did have a much longer lifespan than any creatures in Middle-Earth in the 3rd age.elwing's brothers were men. and i said before that the elves dont normally ride horses, thats because they prefer to keep Illuvatar's creations free. but when they do ride a horse, it comes very natural to them because they are in-tune with all things in Middle-Earth but there enemies.

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Old 07-16-2002, 09:56 PM   #16
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What / who was Tom Bombadill.
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Old 07-16-2002, 11:25 PM   #17
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the difference between the valar and the maiar is that the maiar served the valar and were not immortal, however, they did have a much longer lifespan than any creatures in Middle-Earth in the 3rd age
Wrong answer, what book did you read that the Maia were mortal in? [img]smilies/rolleyes.gif[/img]
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Old 07-17-2002, 02:05 AM   #18
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Nevfeniel - so much wood as a woodchuck could chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood.. get it?

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Old 07-17-2002, 02:26 AM   #19
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Old 07-17-2002, 02:47 AM   #20
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ok, I have a question about forum, so it should be easier:] i'm new that;s why I'm asking...
those little photos and screens under your nicks/names next to the post... how do you get them? [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img] is this stupid question:}?
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Old 07-17-2002, 09:34 AM   #21
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Monty, I'm serious, I'm not joking around like everyone else. What was the name of my(Gimli's) mother?
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Old 07-17-2002, 09:38 AM   #22
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The Maiar were Ainur, Elven. Thus, immortal. Sentence fragments rule.
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Answer Stephano's question about the whip of flame!
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Old 07-17-2002, 12:20 PM   #24
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Alkithilien, I can help you with that question. I answered this question before, so here's a link to it: Help me with my pics
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still dont know [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

the maiar- explain them. were they like men? spirits? elves? wizards? wot did they do? where did they come from? where did they go?

cotton-eye jo........ [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]

and wasnt gandalf one........

same goes for the valar too........ [img]smilies/biggrin.gif[/img]
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Nevfeniel - so much wood as a woodchuck could chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood.. get it?
Yeah, I got that. I've heard a different answer, though. (In seventh grade, my science teacher put that as one of the questions! Weird.)
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Old 07-19-2002, 06:37 AM   #28
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Help! Help! I want to change my publicly display name. How do I do it?!
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Sorry, you can't. If people could change their names, it would be too confusing for other people. You could make another account, though.

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Old 07-19-2002, 06:46 AM   #30
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My bad. Sorry for that. I wasn't paying that much attention when I created my account (stupid TV was on!). I'll create another acount, afterall, it's not like you guys will miss me that much.
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Old 07-19-2002, 10:01 AM   #31
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Whip of Flame - was this an extension of the fiery being of the Balrog, or was this a weapon separate from the Balrog?
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wot did the entwives do? where did they come from? who were they?

for the love of god, wont somebody PLEASE think of the children!!!!!!!!
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