Red Flows the Sirannon Planning/Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

piosenniel · 07-07-2005, 01:51 PM

Alcarillo has asked to join the game - will most likely be the remaining male Elf of Eregion.

piosenniel · 07-07-2005, 01:56 PM

Here's the updated list of posters to this thread:

JUST CHECK THE FIRST POST TO THIS THREAD FOR THE UPDATES

Arry · 07-07-2005, 02:19 PM

Welcome, Alcarillo!

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And not to be out done by Pio, I'm trying out a Dwarf avatar m'self.

-- Arry

Firefoot · 07-07-2005, 02:21 PM

Soo... if we Orcs are going to be carrying ourselves along from the start, will we be needing to write First Posts now?

Alcarillo · 07-07-2005, 02:26 PM

Hi, I'll be the last male elf, and I'll get a character description up soon today.

Arestevana · 07-07-2005, 02:53 PM

Here's my Lorien Elf.

Character Description Form:

1.) Have you ever played in an RPG at the Barrow Downs? – YES

The Summons, Breelanders All, A Land to Call Their Own, Search for Rhûn

2.) How many RPG’s on the Barrow Downs are you currently involved in?

None

3.) Have you posted in The Green Dragon Inn – YES
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Arestevana's character

NAME: Gilduin Lindorion

AGE: 1,438

RACE: Elf (Noldor) of Lorien

GENDER: Male

WEAPONS : Gilduin bears the standard of the Lorien contingent. The oaken shaft is inlaid with silver and capped on either end by a silver spike. Gilduin also carries a longbow and a quiver of arrows. He keeps a long dirk sheathed on his right hip, but rarely uses it for fighting. The dirk is of his own making, a decorative weapon with a blade like that of a sword set into the wooden handle.

APPEARANCE: An even six feet in height, Gilduin has straight, golden hair which falls to his shoulders. He is slender and has the graceful strength common among elves. His eyes, dark grey, appear a lesson in contrast against his fair skin. He wears a loose, long-sleeved tunic of light grey, belted at the waist. He also sports leggings, stivali (light boots), and a half-cloak of the same color, with embroidery in silver on the neck and sleeves of the tunic and the hem of the cape. He wears a glove on his right hand (with which he bears the standard) but the fingers are open so as not to hinder his work.

PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: Gilduin, though well over a thousand years in age, is younger than many elves. He has a tendency toward pride, and often feels an irrational sense of superiority around others, especially individuals of other races. However, this is rarely apparent, as he is by nature withdrawn. He is slow to give trust or friendship, though when he views someone as an equal he becomes a loyal companion. His pride does not equate to confidence, and under stress he often lapses into deep thought, taking no notice stimuli of the world around him. He is filled with deep regret for past decisions, but he hides it well. Gilduin was once skilled in the delicate working of metals. He made no large weapons, but occasionally created small knives, such as his dirk. With disuse this talent faded, and his strength is now in tracking and woodcraft. He is a fine shot with a long bow, but has little skill in melee combat. If needed, he has a fair hand at the quarter-staff, but his sword skill is lacking.

HISTORY: Gilduin has lived most of his life in Laurelindórinan. For many years, his greatest wish was to join the Elvensmiths at Ost-in-Edhil. However, he doubted his own skill, and his pride would not permit him to seek an apprenticeship there. He abandoned his craft and took up the bow, patrolling the borders of his homeland and withdrawing from life for long periods of time. His outward silence could not hide his inner restlessness and regret from his mentor, an elf in the service of the lady Galadriel. Unwilling to speak to his mentor or receive advice, Gilduin left Lindórinan and wandered for years in Greenwood the Great. Shortly after he returned home, a messenger came from Eregion requesting aid. Having known from years ago the elf given command of the contingent, Gilduin asked to join, and was assigned as standard-bearer.

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Durelin · 07-07-2005, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Soo... if we Orcs are going to be carrying ourselves along from the start, will we be needing to write First Posts now?

First posts from the Orcs aren't needed, simply because you guys don't need to get started really moving right off the bat. But, of course, if you have something in mind where you'd like to get an early start, by all means...

Sorry about not having my first post done yet...life all of a sudden got a little crazy when I wasn't expecting it to. But, I'll have it done by Saturday at the latest.

Related to that, I unfortunately will be going away. I will be leaving on Sunday and returning Friday (the 15th). I will have internet access, but I just wanted to let everyone know that I'll be a little scarce. Sorry.

Thanks.

-Durelin

Firefoot · 07-07-2005, 05:04 PM

Quote:

First posts from the Orcs aren't needed, simply because you guys don't need to get started really moving right off the bat. But, of course, if you have something in mind where you'd like to get an early start, by all means...

No, I don't really have anything in mind. I just wondered if I should be thinking about it.

07-07-2005, 01:51 PM	#1
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Alcarillo has asked to join the game - will most likely be the remaining male Elf of Eregion. __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

07-07-2005, 01:56 PM	#2
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	Here's the updated list of posters to this thread: JUST CHECK THE FIRST POST TO THIS THREAD FOR THE UPDATES __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside. Last edited by piosenniel; 07-09-2005 at 11:35 AM.

07-07-2005, 02:19 PM	#3
Arry Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 704	Welcome, Alcarillo! ----- And not to be out done by Pio, I'm trying out a Dwarf avatar m'self. -- Arry __________________ If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world – J.R.R. Tolkien

07-07-2005, 02:53 PM	#6
Arestevana Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: May 2003 Location: West over water Posts: 486	Bio Here's my Lorien Elf. Character Description Form: 1.) Have you ever played in an RPG at the Barrow Downs? – YES The Summons, Breelanders All, A Land to Call Their Own, Search for Rhûn 2.) How many RPG’s on the Barrow Downs are you currently involved in? None 3.) Have you posted in The Green Dragon Inn – YES _______________________________________ Arestevana's character NAME: Gilduin Lindorion AGE: 1,438 RACE: Elf (Noldor) of Lorien GENDER: Male WEAPONS : Gilduin bears the standard of the Lorien contingent. The oaken shaft is inlaid with silver and capped on either end by a silver spike. Gilduin also carries a longbow and a quiver of arrows. He keeps a long dirk sheathed on his right hip, but rarely uses it for fighting. The dirk is of his own making, a decorative weapon with a blade like that of a sword set into the wooden handle. APPEARANCE: An even six feet in height, Gilduin has straight, golden hair which falls to his shoulders. He is slender and has the graceful strength common among elves. His eyes, dark grey, appear a lesson in contrast against his fair skin. He wears a loose, long-sleeved tunic of light grey, belted at the waist. He also sports leggings, stivali (light boots), and a half-cloak of the same color, with embroidery in silver on the neck and sleeves of the tunic and the hem of the cape. He wears a glove on his right hand (with which he bears the standard) but the fingers are open so as not to hinder his work. PERSONALITY/STRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES: Gilduin, though well over a thousand years in age, is younger than many elves. He has a tendency toward pride, and often feels an irrational sense of superiority around others, especially individuals of other races. However, this is rarely apparent, as he is by nature withdrawn. He is slow to give trust or friendship, though when he views someone as an equal he becomes a loyal companion. His pride does not equate to confidence, and under stress he often lapses into deep thought, taking no notice stimuli of the world around him. He is filled with deep regret for past decisions, but he hides it well. Gilduin was once skilled in the delicate working of metals. He made no large weapons, but occasionally created small knives, such as his dirk. With disuse this talent faded, and his strength is now in tracking and woodcraft. He is a fine shot with a long bow, but has little skill in melee combat. If needed, he has a fair hand at the quarter-staff, but his sword skill is lacking. HISTORY: Gilduin has lived most of his life in Laurelindórinan. For many years, his greatest wish was to join the Elvensmiths at Ost-in-Edhil. However, he doubted his own skill, and his pride would not permit him to seek an apprenticeship there. He abandoned his craft and took up the bow, patrolling the borders of his homeland and withdrawing from life for long periods of time. His outward silence could not hide his inner restlessness and regret from his mentor, an elf in the service of the lady Galadriel. Unwilling to speak to his mentor or receive advice, Gilduin left Lindórinan and wandered for years in Greenwood the Great. Shortly after he returned home, a messenger came from Eregion requesting aid. Having known from years ago the elf given command of the contingent, Gilduin asked to join, and was assigned as standard-bearer. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Arestevana's post ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Last edited by piosenniel; 07-07-2005 at 07:05 PM.

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07-07-2005, 02:21 PM	#4
Firefoot Illusionary Holbytla Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 7,547	Soo... if we Orcs are going to be carrying ourselves along from the start, will we be needing to write First Posts now?

07-07-2005, 02:26 PM	#5
Alcarillo Shadow of the Past Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Minas Mor-go Posts: 1,007	Hi, I'll be the last male elf, and I'll get a character description up soon today.