Scarburg Meadhall Discussion Thread - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Durelin · 12-15-2009, 05:14 PM

Sorry I've been scarce. I'll be busy till the end of this week and then I'll have more time.

I cleared my PM box, sorry! I'll look at things and write as soon as possible.

Groin Redbeard · 12-16-2009, 10:12 AM

The misunderstanding continues!

Did you want Erbrand to stay Gwath? I can easily change my post, I just did not know what to write. As for Hildernic's misconceptions of Erbrand, I say we leave it as it is and not go out of our way to correct it. Misunderstandings are common in life and in this case Hildernic is not too far off.

Folwren · 12-16-2009, 10:17 AM

Either I don't write Thornden well, or he is an unfortunate man who is often misunderstood.

That's an interesting suggestion you had Lithor make, Groin. I'll have to think about how I respond. Will post later...after I've written this paper for school.

-- Folwren

Gwathagor · 12-16-2009, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

The misunderstanding continues!

Did you want Erbrand to stay Gwath? I can easily change my post, I just did not know what to write. As for Hildernic's misconceptions of Erbrand, I say we leave it as it is and not go out of our way to correct it. Misunderstandings are common in life and in this case Hildernic is not too far off.

I don't care. Whatever you want to do.

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-16-2009, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

The misunderstanding continues!

Did you want Erbrand to stay Gwath? I can easily change my post, I just did not know what to write. As for Hildernic's misconceptions of Erbrand, I say we leave it as it is and not go out of our way to correct it. Misunderstandings are common in life and in this case Hildernic is not too far off.

Okay, I have some time I can dedicate to posting now again at last, so I am going to read what happened and possibly post

Legate of Amon Lanc · 12-17-2009, 07:05 AM

By the way, Gwath (or anybody), just a note - Hilderinc is not a totally "looks like all others" Eorling (you can read his description) - notably his hair is not blonde, but more like light brown, and it is not long, but shorter (whatever cultural implications long hair might have among the Rohirrim, his is just considerably shorter than usual), and his eyes are simply dark (I think, however, that might be common even among some of the fair-haired Rohirrim). He is also not so overtly tall, may be even shorter than Crabannan? (Probably if so, then not by much, but still?)

It is not that he would be so strikingly different or anything (he is far from looking like a half-Dunlending or anything like that), and he is definitely an Eorling (he likely has some "typically Rohirric" features discerneable easily especially by an outsider), it just seems that the recessive genes have somehow lost the battle in his case

(Hmm... I may as well edit his bio with this somehow "advanced explanatory stuff".)

That's not to say, Crabannan still can percieve him like a "Rohir like all the others", as to the outsiders things can seem a lot different (to some Haradian, for example Hilderinc's hair would still seem incredibly fair), depends on what features they focus in, but anyway, this is just to say that "tall with long blonde hair" stereotype won't exactly work here.

Nienna · 12-17-2009, 07:12 AM

I'm really sorry my life has been taking over the world with finishing up classes and such. I'll try and come up to speed this afternoon some time.

Folwren · 12-17-2009, 04:17 PM

Groin, I don't know if your rep was meant to nudge me...but I thought it might be appropriate to tell you that I've been busy the past two days working on an essay and that's why I haven't written. Tonight is my last final, though, so this evening, after the final, I will probably post. Yippee!

-- Folwren

Groin Redbeard · 12-17-2009, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nienna

I'm really sorry my life has been taking over the world with finishing up classes and such. I'll try and come up to speed this afternoon some time.

Yes, I want to see more of your writing!

Sounds good Foley. I was not trying to nudge you, I just had the opportunity and I took it.

Looking forward to your post.

Folwren · 12-17-2009, 10:20 PM

Groin, I've answered...maybe it's lame, but I can't figure out a better reply at this point in time.

Lommy, I've snagged your character Modtryth, hope you'll be around soon to answer Saeryn and help, maybe.

-- Foley

Feanor of the Peredhil · 12-18-2009, 12:12 AM

Poor Saeryn! My baby's all grown up and having morning sickness!

Foley, I love watching you write her. I really do. Poor girl. I do not envy her this pregnancy.

Groin Redbeard · 12-18-2009, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Folwren

Groin, I've answered...maybe it's lame, but I can't figure out a better reply at this point in time.

Not lame, clarified.

Lithor has turned into a pessimist on this subject. I replied.

Folwren · 12-19-2009, 08:02 AM

I'll try to post and get back to the PMs today sometime. No promises, but I will try hard.

-- Foley

Nogrod · 12-19-2009, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Folwren

I'll try to post and get back to the PMs today sometime.

You could also bring the "nobility" into the table with Athanar - if Fea is not, as she says, around.

We could have the short talk between them to then kick the story rolling with the hearings... and then into the uncharted territory where anything could happen...

Feanor of the Peredhil · 12-27-2009, 07:48 PM

Since I caught strep and had to postpone my own Boston travels, I'll be around with little to do until Wednesday.

So Degas and Rowenna are available for now, and Degas has shared his thoughts with the group. And revealed that he uses ladies' lotion to soften his hands.

Nogrod · 12-28-2009, 04:53 AM

Okay. The hearings are about to begin. I'll post Javan's hearing in the evening (12 hours or something from now). Meanwhile feel free to post.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Foley

I don't think you're being too pushy, generally. But that slight push on Christmas was a little much...

Good to know. Please do everyone complain if I'm pushing things forwards too fast. That should be avoided so that everyone could enjoy writing while the story is hopefully not left to stall either.

Gwathagor · 12-17-2009, 11:23 AM

Oh. I see.

P.S. Crabannan is not at all short. He is, in fact, quite tall.

Now that we've got our characters all cleared up...

12-16-2009, 10:12 AM	#2
Groin Redbeard Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Facing the world's troubles with Christ's hope! Posts: 1,635	The misunderstanding continues! Did you want Erbrand to stay Gwath? I can easily change my post, I just did not know what to write. As for Hildernic's misconceptions of Erbrand, I say we leave it as it is and not go out of our way to correct it. Misunderstandings are common in life and in this case Hildernic is not too far off. __________________ I heard the bells on Christmas Day. Their old, familiar carols play. And wild and sweet the words repeatof peace on earth, good-will to men! ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

12-16-2009, 10:17 AM	#3
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Either I don't write Thornden well, or he is an unfortunate man who is often misunderstood. That's an interesting suggestion you had Lithor make, Groin. I'll have to think about how I respond. Will post later...after I've written this paper for school. -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

12-17-2009, 07:05 AM	#6
Legate of Amon Lanc A Voice That Gainsayeth Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: In that far land beyond the Sea Posts: 7,431	By the way, Gwath (or anybody), just a note - Hilderinc is not a totally "looks like all others" Eorling (you can read his description) - notably his hair is not blonde, but more like light brown, and it is not long, but shorter (whatever cultural implications long hair might have among the Rohirrim, his is just considerably shorter than usual), and his eyes are simply dark (I think, however, that might be common even among some of the fair-haired Rohirrim). He is also not so overtly tall, may be even shorter than Crabannan? (Probably if so, then not by much, but still?) It is not that he would be so strikingly different or anything (he is far from looking like a half-Dunlending or anything like that), and he is definitely an Eorling (he likely has some "typically Rohirric" features discerneable easily especially by an outsider), it just seems that the recessive genes have somehow lost the battle in his case (Hmm... I may as well edit his bio with this somehow "advanced explanatory stuff".) That's not to say, Crabannan still can percieve him like a "Rohir like all the others", as to the outsiders things can seem a lot different (to some Haradian, for example Hilderinc's hair would still seem incredibly fair), depends on what features they focus in, but anyway, this is just to say that "tall with long blonde hair" stereotype won't exactly work here. __________________ "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

12-17-2009, 07:12 AM	#7
Nienna Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: School Posts: 642	I'm really sorry my life has been taking over the world with finishing up classes and such. I'll try and come up to speed this afternoon some time. __________________ Puddle! Puddle!

12-17-2009, 04:17 PM	#8
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Groin, I don't know if your rep was meant to nudge me...but I thought it might be appropriate to tell you that I've been busy the past two days working on an essay and that's why I haven't written. Tonight is my last final, though, so this evening, after the final, I will probably post. Yippee! -- Folwren __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

12-15-2009, 05:14 PM	#1
Durelin Estelo dagnir, Melo ring Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 3,063	Sorry I've been scarce. I'll be busy till the end of this week and then I'll have more time. I cleared my PM box, sorry! I'll look at things and write as soon as possible.

12-17-2009, 10:20 PM	#10
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	Groin, I've answered...maybe it's lame, but I can't figure out a better reply at this point in time. Lommy, I've snagged your character Modtryth, hope you'll be around soon to answer Saeryn and help, maybe. -- Foley __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

12-18-2009, 12:12 AM	#11
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Poor Saeryn! My baby's all grown up and having morning sickness! Foley, I love watching you write her. I really do. Poor girl. I do not envy her this pregnancy. __________________ peace

12-19-2009, 08:02 AM	#13
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	I'll try to post and get back to the PMs today sometime. No promises, but I will try hard. -- Foley __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

12-27-2009, 07:48 PM	#15
Feanor of the Peredhil La Belle Dame sans Merci Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: perpetual uncertainty Posts: 5,517	Since I caught strep and had to postpone my own Boston travels, I'll be around with little to do until Wednesday. So Degas and Rowenna are available for now, and Degas has shared his thoughts with the group. And revealed that he uses ladies' lotion to soften his hands. __________________ peace

12-17-2009, 11:23 AM	#17
Gwathagor Shade with a Blade Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: A Rainy Night In Soho Posts: 2,512	Oh. I see. P.S. Crabannan is not at all short. He is, in fact, quite tall. Now that we've got our characters all cleared up... __________________ Stories and songs.

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