People i do: He was so busy that he even forgot to wake Estel. Of Smelling the fresh green grass as Elrohir, in a voice softer than the gentle breeze, painted pictures for him in words of the mellow morning light. He was still a fresh-faced young man, struggling to come to terms with the hard life of a Ranger. alone; you will never be alone, //The orcs Elrond, the wise lore-master of Rivendell, who had cared for him since he was a child. But that was before his life had become the arid desert that it was now. When he awoke, his brothers arms still encircled him. Elrond x Female reader book Here follows the story of Thranduil, newly crowned King of the Woodland Realm. Elrond is nothing if not patient, and he is certain that given enough time in Rivendell, all three will heal. But Elrond also knows there might be another reason he comes to Mirkwood, a reason that is not made clear until he meets the youngest son of Thranduil, Legolas. He takes personal interest in Elrond, intent on breaking the Elf-Lord who can tell that this was how someone once broke Legolas. Elladan thought not. Vorrebbe un destino sicuro per Legolas, dove possa vivere l'eternit lontano dai guai e da una possibile morte; per quanto sciocco sia, sa anche che tenerlo lontano dal destino che lo stesso figlio va cercando, uno sbaglio. But I have learned that sometimes sharing your burden with someone trusted is more of a gain than a mistake., Elrond looked at her as she looked straight ahead, into a distant future or land. This is an AU where I take every Episode of Rings of Power and turn them into a Chapter. about them, he whispered softly in Elvish, stifling a cry and biting Now Elladan was fighting an unknown foe of great power and Aragorn could feel the difference. Born a royal. However, one day, Elanor gets severely injured as she tries to protect Galadriel, and she is rushed to the nearest elfland, Lindon. Elrond comforted, as he moved his hand to rub Estel's back. Die drei Gefhrten schaffen nicht immer alles zu dritt. Maglor is home at last, but each day he lives he is haunted by guilt and grief. BILBO BAGGINS Elrond stared between the three tearstained faces of his sons. Aragorn had watched Elladan bend his bow before, but only in demonstration of the art. frightened, but felt somehow that he ought to be stronger for his You can register or login, Designed and Maintained by Netrix Creative. Most of them fits within the 'girl fall to middle earth' scenario. There are even fewerwho k Leona Baggins lives with her older brother Bilbo in the peaceful rolling hills of the Shire - that peace is short-lived when a wizard and a group of chaotic dwarves seek Draco blacks out after a rather harsh punishment from his father. Estel, take the road with hope. best chapter yet keep writing really cant wait for the next chapter! Should he burden Aragorn with talk of his old wounds? Legolas is unlike any elf Elrond had ever met. She prays that she will get the peace and happiness she's been longing for once she passes on from this world. Uppon waking, he realizes that he was not anywhere he knew. Heavy Fluff. Growing up under the warm sun of Elrond's protection, Aragorn had never imagined that he would one day choose to leave Rivendell and take to the hard life of a Ranger. I love it! . himself as for his twin. Lord Elrond is the only hope to save Thranduil's son of an early passing to the Undying Lands, and as the Lord uses everything in his power to heal the prince, a strong and somewhat inevitable bond happens between them. LEGOLAS X OC. Will you lie low, Estel? It was more an order than a request. Alone." But as they came in sight of that green valley, Aragorn had to admit to himself that Elrond was still the last person he wanted to meet. As a wife and mother of two grown sons, I just dont find it believable that a man would break down and cry or fall asleep in another mans arms, even if that man is his brother. Watch Elladan, Elrohir, Arwen and Aragorn as they grow, go to school, make friends and fall in love while the adults try their best to protect them. MOVIE VERSE. He had noticed that Aragorn was not interested in anything anymore Sometimes, said Aragorn, trying to explain, sometimes something hurts you so badly that you cannot stand up again He sighed. Yes, Estel, he answered. Because of Arwen. Grief cause people to do crazy things. She once was a warrior. Because youre Estel. One is a lonely man, with hardly any love in his life. But not her spirit, which was broken Estel we wanted so much to take away the pain, to make the world look beautiful to her again but she did not allow us to. Along the adventure, things tear them apart, yet bring them closer than ever. We dont really know how old Legolas is. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", Due to the incredible support of the community, we've raised US$252,343.98 with an average donation of $32.14, and added 6450 new members this drive. Elladan sat erect and alert, looking at something in the distance that Aragorn could not see. Meanwhile, a dark presence awakes in the Lands of Always Winter, a presence that will remind the immortals of times long passed. Before Elrond had asked him to achieve the impossible. Do not refuse to accept your fathers love, even if it was he who hurt you. New chapters will be published each Friday unless I say other wise. The fact that the young elves were identical twins As he roughed it out on his own, experimenting with independence, Elladan and Elrohir had suddenly demonstrated that they were not only aware of his existence, but also understood much of his problems. Unfortunately for her and them, she has a talent that no one else on Middle Earth has the curse of possessing--but it comes at a dire price. hm? Rizhnag sneered. Or, was it the right place at the right time? Thranduil is more injured than he knows at the end of the battle of the five armies. Take the road, Estel and let your father walk with you, by your side.. He longed to tell Elladan of the despair that filled his mind whenever he thought of becoming King of Gondor and Arnor. Link inside. TENTH WALKER. A series of unfortunate events leads to Legolas being deadly wounded while hunting orcs. "Come Estel you must be hungry come with me Estel" Elrond softly said, as he took Estel in his hands, making sure that he would not fall. Queen Daenerys Targaryen was murdered by the man she loved most, with her daughter Rhaenyra witnessing the whole *WATTYS 2015 WINNER* But he decided to say it anyway. ng thi, cu chuyn v tnh yu bi kch ca mt gio s v cha t ma c rng t nm trm nm trc cng dn c h l, t c vng t bn b vc dit vong. Desperate to save her father, Anastasia made a grave choice in the name of love and struck a deal that eventually led her to be banished from our world to Middle Earth. I didnt get the impression that Aragorn thought he was inferior in the book in fact, he comes close to other end of the spectrum, at times, but in general I wouldnt call him stuck-up either. Because of Arwen. Good job! Questo Thranduil lo ha percepito, ed il motivo per il quale non apprezza Aragorn, fin da subito. "No they mean" Estel cried. Thats not how men act. Maedhros could tolerate Elros. And then at last, Elladan let loose his arrows. WOW! Bleeding and reeling And help had come from an unexpected source. I LOVED this story!!!!!!! "It is alright. No harm done, Legolas." Aragorn snorted. tickling, Burzog, he commented to the orc with the whip, who moved And what disagreement could one such as this have had with his mother? To je vechno. The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, Elladan (Tolkien)/Original Female Character(s), Elrohir (Tolkien)/Original Female Character(s), Legolas Greenleaf/Original Female Character(s), Elladan and Elrohir are the best brothers, Erestor is trying his best to organise the chaos, Galadriel and Celeborn are the grandparents who will spoil you to death, Boromir (Son of Denethor II) & Faramir (Son of Denethor II), Aragorn | Estel & Faramir (Son of Denethor II), Aragorn | Estel & Boromir (Son of Denethor II), Concerning Squirrels, Eagles, and Orthanc, Dont worry about the rather large plot chasm the premise of this story creates in canon, I promise Ill return canon in the same condition I found it, Aragorn | Estel & Elladan & Elrohir & Elrond Peredhel, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms, Elrond&AragornMy father sits in the dark, Aragorn | Estel/Original Male Character(s). Yay! While at their lowest they met each other.And their whole lives changed from that moment on. You are such a talented writer! An insignificant girl, born to have children and make her future husband happy. Sick of losing all those around him, Harry decides to move to a new world thanks to a ritual Hermione found. Girl lands in the LOTR world blah blah blah. At her wake, Galadriel makes Elanor promise to stay in Lindon and protect and follow Elrond. Elladan, almost invisible in his grey elven cloak, moved noiselessly through the thick underbrush. Set directly after the events of And the Stars Shine the Same -- Elronds two new wards both struggle to feel at home in Rivendell. He would never be King of Gondor and Arnor. As he strode in travel-stained clothes through the wild lands that had once been the great kingdom of Arnor, he often longed for the peace and protection that he had known in Rivendell. I am not currently accepting any requests, but I am open to your ideas that might jog another inspiration to write. Hurt by Celebrain's departure, the whole family tries to cope. Left by herself by her mother, she was founded by the High King of Lindon who took her in as he ward knowing who she was he wanted to make sure she was cared for by the Noldor elves which she became part of despite her true heritage which this tale will be told. Work Search: Finally the grief had gone and my heart was d Everyone has heard of Thorin Oakenshield and his merry band of dwarves, including the hobbit, Bilbo, but there are few know the whole story. Estel, for all his strength, will be broken by them. Please continue!!!! She traveled with the first elves of the first age and knew everything from the beginning. Aragorn could not imagine the gentle, perceptive Elladan having a disagreement with anyone, least of all his mother. One is a lonely man, with hardly any love in his life. Two lonely souls, one journey. . He wondered who they were, and how many. another exellent chapter.please make many more. He could feel his elven brothers grace and power as he bent his bow with a skill rare even among elves. His son has never been the same since he returned home from where he grew up in the North, at the Temple of the Pearl-- and Thranduil wants to see his son happy again. He soothed and calmed him until he at last fell asleep in his brothers arms. What happened in those days between the flight from the Ford of Bruinen and when Frodo wakes up in Rivendell? Suddenly, he stiffened. After sending his only son towards Rivendell he looses both his bearings and what little bit of self esteem he had left. To all those who are reading this in grim silence, Id love to hear what you think of the story. The most experienced child-minder of the Middle-Earth knows all the ways. Legolas is sent to Imladris on a mission for his father. Elrohir stopped as they came to a grassy clearing in the woods. Has anyone ever done that to you, Elladan?, Elladan was silent for a moment. Legolas laid a sympathetic hand on his back. Was Aragorns ride with Elladan really a dream? These pages tell of how he met the elf woman who would Nathniel was raised by dwarves. "I'm sorry to have scared you so. 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The two brothers found comfort in each others presence on the road to Rivendell. I will take him home., Aragorn knelt to the ground on a high mountaintop. The rest of the journey passed in almost total silence. Elrond was saved, but at what cost? I am currently taking requests, so if you want me to write a story scenario with any of the Middle-earth characters, let me know and I'll write a story for you. King Thranduil demands a blood debt, a debt that must be paid if peace between the two lands is to remain intact. You have come to fight by my side? A warm sense of relief coursed through Aragorns veins. I was in college! , . I blame the movies for this idea of Aragorns insecurity. In Greenwood, something evil festers beneath the trees. Thus, left behind by her company, Elanor has little choice but to follow the Half-Elf to the mountain and beyond when new feelings come troubling her heart for the first time in many millennia. Elrond gives up and nothing can bring him back from the darkness except for a fragile prince of Mirkwood who knows what its like to suffer at the hands of evil. She saw the fall of Erebor, Smaug destroying the town of Dale, simply everything from the great war. HAPPY ENDING. He sensed the presence of the enemy near at hand. ] . Elladan sighed. Some dangers are too great even for Aragorn son of Arathorn and his Dunedain to face alone. He could sense the power of Elladans concentration as his arrows flew with deadly accuracy to their marks. ---- LEGOLAS/OC. You speak as if he wants to comfort me and would be hurt if I did not allow him to do so. I liked it a lotbut it was so short! Because Im dirty Estel? He spoke as much for HURT/COMFORT. from the cruel beating they had just received, the young elves felt ill Come, let us rest awhile and, if you will, we will set out at sunrise. Aragorn wrapped his cloak around himself, shivering slightly, and allowed the tall elf to lead him deep into the forest. But I cannot believe that he thinks of me at all Elladan smiled. This time, your father sent me. Aragorn looked at him in some surprise. Elrond goes to Mirkwood to take his son's place, to serve the royal family until the blood debt is paid by twenty years of servitude. . Legolas was just at the wrong place at the wrong time. Rhovanion stands on the brink of political catastrophe. Estel, the most cruel thing you can do to one who loves you is to refuse to allow them to comfort you and heal you. laughed. Or will they choose to protect themselves-- cutting each other off forever? This is a book based off my O.C. "Eight that are here yet nine there were set out from Rivendell. You cant end the story there. Hurt/Comfort. I mean my mother. Aragorn was startled. After battling cancer for almost four years, death is something that this nineteen year old girl welcomes with ease. He remembered walking with Elrohir on just such a morning on a lonely mountainside. I didn't just lose you. A matter of birth only gives the beginning of the story it does not encompass the entirety of the journey. Elrond loses a lot of people, doesnt he? King Thranduil offers his omega son, Prince Legolas of Mirkwood, in an arranged marriage to meet both of these needs with some private wishes of his own. Have to keep em squeaking until that blasted Modern au. Meets Gandalf who teaches her everything she ends up knowing blah blah blah. There was a time when you, too, used to work hard to perfect your skill with the bow, Estel, said Elladan. In grief, she thought all that was left of her was hatred. Aragorn hesitated. What was it like, wondered Aragorn, to have a father who was a star in the sky, whom you could never talk to, who never came to you when you called him, who never came running to comfort you when you saw something terrifying in your dreams, and who wasnt even there all night like the other stars?. And Arwen she seemed forever beyond his reach No, said Aragorn out loud he did not I was alone sometimes I wished he would come to me and call be back home if you love someone, Elladan, should you not come to their aid when they need you? Elladan smiled. Yes, but I do not know why. Elladan grinned suddenly. Sister of Celebran and Aunt of the Evenstar. Do not let the weight of knowledge crush you, for I love you, my friend, dearly and nothing warms my days more than seeing your smile., Elrond took her hand and looked at her. I cannot do it. For Evelyn, it's not. They all discover that Annatar is Sauron and Galadriel only has one day before he is handed over to the Valar. How will she react, and what will she do? *FF12PTSDHurt/Comfort511**La valse du coeur et de la nuitFirAleon, tip: "uchiha sasuke/uzumaki naruto" angst kudos>10, Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Major Character Death, Choose Not To Use Archive Warnings, No Archive Warnings Apply, Graphic Depictions Of Violence, Rape/Non-Con, Underage, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (27), The Lord of the Rings - J. R. R. Tolkien (66), The Lord of the Rings - All Media Types (48), The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien (31), TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms (12), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Galadriel | Artanis & Haldir of Lothlrien, five vowels and three consonants (aralas week 2023), original characters (mentioned) - Freeform, Various Silmarillion characters mentioned. A council of the wise ones and rulers of Middle-Earth come up with a plan to 1) help their friend recover and 2) secure a better future for Middle-Earth. Love, Fool.Of.A.Took. Other made up characters and place names belong to me who is she and what is so special about her? Elrond has three children, and helped raise countless others from his brothers line; it is a reflex rather than a conscious decision to adjust him so that his head rests comfortably against his arm. Thank you so much! Elrohirs chest Gilraen all but thrusts the baby into his arm. Aragorn sat up cautiously, caught up in admiration of Elladans skill. He is dark, wrathful, and clearly wounded under all his postering. Never., her gaze laid now on his face. (We also accept donations year-round, so you are able to donate whenever is convenient for you.). Aragorn could feel their raw power as Elladan unleashed them. No graphic depictions, some dark content ahead, mature themes. The First War against. side of Elladans cheek, lightly breaking the skin. He is leaving Middle-Earth forever, but perhaps he has this one last journey in him, to help this fragile elf remember who he is and bring him home. Aragorn certainly is tall for a mortal, but arent Elves taller than Men? The path to recovery is long and more difficult than it looks, and a battle between darkness and light ensues for the Prince of Mirkwood. After leaving the shores behind, Maglor has been living with House Targaryen the last three hundred years of his life, helping them to rule. I have been hurt, but By whom, asked Aragorn. Please do PM me or review it & let me know! See anything you want me to post, let me know. She may have friends, but she is always alone. Complete! share alike I says, the lead orc nodded at the other creature behind The Valar will put their eyes again in the mortal world, where a shadow of their past dwells. You are an excellent writer keep up the awesome work!!!!!!!! He held the boy tighter. It isnt enough that Sauron took all that from him, no, the dark lord takes his sons from him as well. But Elladan, tense and alert, knew that they were riding through dangerous territory and with his keen eyes, surveyed the landscape that flowed past them like a river. KING THR Harry doesn't age while everyone he loves does. Unfortunately for her and them, she has a talent that no one else on Middle Earth has the curse of possessingbut it comes at a dire price. Flaming is allowed . Its a beautiful line, and I like seeing Silm references. But he could no longer find peace in Rivendell. A star shone on Elladans brow and he was now revealed as an elven warrior in all his wrath. Anyway, 'I didn't ask for this. Amongst the rabble of Dwarves, an unusual Hobbit and an extremely meddling Grey Wizard. Under editing! I had enough to worry about & now I was going to be put in a fantasy world?! tip: "uchiha sasuke/uzumaki naruto" angst kudos>10, Due to the incredible support of the community, we've raised US$252,343.98 with an average donation of $32.14, and added 6450 new members this drive. They are many and I am tired, he thought. NOT FAIR!! . Only Lothlorien, protected by Nenya, seems to be safebut for how long? They had then hardly seemed to notice his existence, although they had taught him to ride, and to use bow and sword. But he he didnt he has never Elladan understood. (We also accept donations year-round, so you are able to donate whenever is convenient for you.). They screamed over his head like a storm, a tempest. REWROTE THE FIRST FEW CHAPTERS JAN 2023 Leora's parents are an elf and a human. (If this was a movie-fic, the inferiority complex would be fine, because its all over the movies.) Rizhnag grinned. Elladan sped back to where the tall Ranger knelt, restlessly fingering the hilt of his sword as his mind raced, considering and rejecting various strategies for the battle ahead. Elladan, I am no weakling, to hide trembling in the background while others defend me. Aragorn lay at peace in his brothers arms, watching the world awake. I hope you enjoy this angsty/fluff/comfort fic. This is the story of a young elf who was found on the battle field when she was only a child. Not the best reasons to marry a complete stranger, but not the worse reasons either. Legolas has a breaking point, and he has passed it long ago. After alpha and ruler of Imladris, Elrond loses his wife and children in a horrific attack on the road between Imladris and Lothlorien, Elrond is lost to his grief and pain. What's to come of that? But Estel, do you believe that I love you and wish to comfort you? Elrond was saved, but at what cost? Orcs, who made the mistake of wandering vaguely in Aragorns direction, would suddenly find themselves facing the wrath of Elrohir, who just happened to be passing that way. And Elladan, who seemed to sense his loneliness, comforted him simply by being with him as much as possible. With every new Episode there will be a new Chapter.___The knowledge weighs heavily on those who decide to lead. He must not face them alonehe must not face them at all. Hmm . Elladan stroked his dark head. He is going to Rivendell to research all there is to learn about Dol Guldur from Lord Elrond and his large library. A lover. Elrond and Legolas are not impressed with the other when they meet them, something that leads to misunderstanding after misunderstanding until they are both weary of each other. back behind Elladan. Both Elrond and Legolas want to represent their homes well and both feel like they are failing. A daughter. Legolas and Aragorn (Estel) return injured from a hunting trip. I mixed it with the Books and Tada!I changed a few things but this is mostly centered around RoP Elrond who loves Celebran from afar, it will be slow burn.___We follow Celebran, Elrond, Celeborn and Celebrimbor through the Events of Rings of Power. Elrohir, indicating that if one of the boys were punished, they both Aragorn understood. Translation by mooncancer into - available. Can something beautiful come from what turns out to be a series of terrible tragedies? As a child, he had not seen much of his stern-faced elf brothers, who were often away on errantry. was heaving and his eyes were frightened. The young elf A child born to Maglor. There, Galadriel entrusts Elanor to the Half-Elf, Elrond, hoping he will save her. They weren't supposed to end up being each other's home. I loved writing this. Watch out, elf brat, or Ill teach you I will not try to persuade you or weary you with argument. I don't own any of the characters. Both of them winced. Playful whelp, After he had left Rivendell, there were times when Aragon had been overcome with a sense of loneliness so total and complete that it seemed to stifle him, to stop his breath. Fics from Lord of the Rings and Silmarillion sections, featuring Elrond Peredhel, from all periods of his life. The brothers had, in fact, spent a large part of several years happening to pass by, never leaving his side until he had found his own feet. Elrond is wondering how he will manage four children as a new widow and single father, but luckily he has his fosterdads, his wife's parents and his friends to help him. Please consider turning it on! backs at the same time. That's what she really was. What happened after Aragorn fell of the cliff. My Estel, he said gently, no-one who knows you can help loving you His brothers words broke the dam that had held back Aragorns anger, bitterness and pain. When Gandalf the Gray calls upon them in a time of need, they are taken to the Shire. Centuries pass in Valinor, and soon, the Great Foe, Morgoth, takes away the Light of Elanor's homeland, forcing her and Galadriel to sail for Middle-Earth and fight this Great Evil and his servants. Two lonely souls, one journey. You have told your son of his mothers passing, correct?. course that earned the young elf a sharp slap, knocking his head into An examination of the events, the people, and the oaths that prompted Elrond's words. Your stories are wonderful! his underlings doing the whipping. And still, Elladan waited, until Aragorn began to wonder if the unseen enemy had gone away. Does he not love me?. Y/n belongs to you but her story is my own idea so please Elerna Angolwen never wanted to join the Company of Thorin Oakenshield. Elrond is gifted a broken slave from Arwen and Aragorn-- a slave that Arwen wants him to bring with him into the West. Legolas just wants out of this whole situation, but can he truly escape? Maeria awaits her brother Halbrand's return, but as she waits, and finds herself further entangled with those outside his plan, she finds it harder and harder to believe in his mission. Growing up under the warm sun of Elronds protection, Aragorn had never imagined that he would one day choose to leave Rivendell and take to the hard life of a Ranger. Dnde el Rey elfo de Mirkwood se encuentra irremediablemente atrado por el amante del Seor de Rivendell. Aragorn waited, not daring to raise his head, not daring to disturb Elladans concentration. As opposed to his quiet twin, Elrond would bite. beast called Rizhnag, ran his long, clawed fingers teasingly down the I am not used to it.. brother. You did NOT choose a good place to end a chapeter. What if there was Social Media in Middle-earth? A medieval looking man and a certain elf prince came to her view and questions were left to be answered. Three-year-old Estel is confused about beards. Next Chapter, PLEASE! (Update: I will upload a new chapter each Wednesday and Sunday). Meanwhile, the twins set out to join Legolas and investigate the source of the mysterious Shadow which attacked Rivendell, but are held up in Rhovanion. Elrond enters the marriage because Galadriel tells him its for the greater good. Elbereth, Gilthoniel, breathed Elladan, as with a slow, graceful movement, he fitted an arrow to his bow and waited. After Arathorn and Gilraen were brutally murdered the three year old Aragorn comes to live with Elrond and his family. Elrond was busy in the kitchen making sure that he had all the supplies for making the twins's birthday cake. Estel, he said quietly, He has never come to your aid when you needed him? All Aragorns bitterness against Elrond flooded into his mind. His mother! Elrond shuts himself away as he tries to deal with Celebrain's harsh words and the twins fall into anger and violence. Or, a non-linear study of Estel's unbringing in Rivendell, of Gilraen and Elrond's different education methods and of Elrond's views on mortality and the passage of time, sort of.
