Intrigued by the Revised Silmarillion Project? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Maédhros · 12-08-2004, 11:53 AM

Just out of curiosity, I wonder how many persons in the barrowdowns sometimes wander into the Revised Silmarillion part of the forum to read some of the interesting, long and sometimes boring discussions that go in there.
I have noticed that when I'm in the bdowns, that there are guests that do read sometimes some of those threads.

piosenniel · 12-09-2004, 09:48 AM

I often read in the Revised Silmarillion Project. I followed along on FoG and the Lay of Earendil, and am now watching the work progress on Doriath.

Very interesting to read the discussions and see how sections are hashed out.

Thanks!

~*~ Pio

Rimbaud · 12-09-2004, 10:48 AM

I too am a frequent visitor to this forum. In fact, some of these threads were the first on the forum that I ever read, upon first finding the site. I think it is a commendable and ambitious project, and also a great example of the things which what could be termed 'open-source' collaborative work can achieve online (in fields other than software).

Morgul Queen · 12-14-2004, 01:21 AM

When do you think you'll be starting the Fall of Doriath? I'm not very good with the Fall of Gondolin, but Doriath is one of my obsessions and I'd really like to take part in it.

Maédhros · 12-14-2004, 10:37 AM

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When do you think you'll be starting the Fall of Doriath? I'm not very good with the Fall of Gondolin, but Doriath is one of my obsessions and I'd really like to take part in it.

We have already started on the Ruin of Doriath chapter already. We basically have divided the chapter in 4 Parts:
Ruin of Doriath - Húrin in Nargothrond
Fall of Doriath - Outlaws in Menegroth
Ruin of Doriath - Attack on Menegroth
Ruin of Doriath - Final Part
The first part is almost finished, there is just one little thing that needs to be worked out.
The other are very advance since Findegil and myself had worked several drafts of the story. In order for someone to participate, you would just need to have read The Tale of Turambar, The Tale of the Nauglafring, Wanderings of Húrin, The Tale of Years and The Quenta.
I have lost hope that anyone else would participate in the project, you have no idea how many persons have applied to participate but when they see the workload that is required they dissapear.
Nevertheless, if you want to join us, by all means go ahead.

Aiwendil · 12-14-2004, 12:44 PM

We would all be quite pleased if you contribute, Morgul Queen.

I feel I should make it quite plain that anyone who is interested is welcome and encouraged to make any comments or suggestions. If someone's idea is completely unworkable within the context of the project, we will not be afraid to say so - however, I assure you we will not bite! On the contrary, we are always pleased to see someone taking an interest in the work, and we would be more than happy to help any newcomer learn the ropes, as it were. Note also that you need not be a "member" or even regularly contribute - if you happen to be browsing and something occurs to you, please feel free to post an isolated comment.

I am pleased to see, by the way, that we are at least providing some interesting reading material for some people.

Edit: I should add that any general comments or questions not answered in the (admittedly outdated) FAQ can be asked in the General Comments thread.

Aiwendil · 10-07-2005, 03:39 PM

I just thought I should bring this up again to say that we are now engaged in the revision of some sections of the alliterative "Turin" (HoMe III). Findegil has observed that this is probably one of the most "newbie"-friendly discussions in the Revised Silmarillion forum. For these sections, good knowledge of the English language and a love for Tolkien's verse is probably more important than a deep or comprehensive familiarity with HoMe.

So we heartily encourage any and all who are interested to take a look and to post any thoughts or comments whatsoever.

The thread for this discussion is here.

12-08-2004, 11:53 AM	#1
Maédhros The Kinslayer Join Date: May 2002 Location: Formenos Posts: 658	Just out of curiosity, I wonder how many persons in the barrowdowns sometimes wander into the Revised Silmarillion part of the forum to read some of the interesting, long and sometimes boring discussions that go in there. I have noticed that when I'm in the bdowns, that there are guests that do read sometimes some of those threads. __________________ "Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio; a fellow of infinite jest, of most excellent fancy."

12-09-2004, 09:48 AM	#2
piosenniel Desultory Dwimmerlaik Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Pickin' flowers with Bill the Cat..... Posts: 7,779	I often read in the Revised Silmarillion Project. I followed along on FoG and the Lay of Earendil, and am now watching the work progress on Doriath. Very interesting to read the discussions and see how sections are hashed out. Thanks! ~*~ Pio __________________ Eldest, that’s what I am . . . I knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - before the Dark Lord came from Outside.

12-09-2004, 10:48 AM	#3
Rimbaud The Perilous Poet Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Heart of the matter Posts: 1,062	I too am a frequent visitor to this forum. In fact, some of these threads were the first on the forum that I ever read, upon first finding the site. I think it is a commendable and ambitious project, and also a great example of the things which what could be termed 'open-source' collaborative work can achieve online (in fields other than software). __________________ And all the rest is literature

12-14-2004, 01:21 AM	#4
Morgul Queen Shade of Carn Dûm Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dontgonearthe Castle Posts: 414	When do you think you'll be starting the Fall of Doriath? I'm not very good with the Fall of Gondolin, but Doriath is one of my obsessions and I'd really like to take part in it. __________________ Athrabeth is still doing the wave for Boromir the Disco-King Oh...and call me Morgy!

12-14-2004, 12:44 PM	#6
Aiwendil Late Istar Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 2,224	We would all be quite pleased if you contribute, Morgul Queen. I feel I should make it quite plain that anyone who is interested is welcome and encouraged to make any comments or suggestions. If someone's idea is completely unworkable within the context of the project, we will not be afraid to say so - however, I assure you we will not bite! On the contrary, we are always pleased to see someone taking an interest in the work, and we would be more than happy to help any newcomer learn the ropes, as it were. Note also that you need not be a "member" or even regularly contribute - if you happen to be browsing and something occurs to you, please feel free to post an isolated comment. I am pleased to see, by the way, that we are at least providing some interesting reading material for some people. Edit: I should add that any general comments or questions not answered in the (admittedly outdated) FAQ can be asked in the General Comments thread. Last edited by Aiwendil; 12-14-2004 at 12:52 PM.

10-07-2005, 03:39 PM	#7
Aiwendil Late Istar Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 2,224	I just thought I should bring this up again to say that we are now engaged in the revision of some sections of the alliterative "Turin" (HoMe III). Findegil has observed that this is probably one of the most "newbie"-friendly discussions in the Revised Silmarillion forum. For these sections, good knowledge of the English language and a love for Tolkien's verse is probably more important than a deep or comprehensive familiarity with HoMe. So we heartily encourage any and all who are interested to take a look and to post any thoughts or comments whatsoever. The thread for this discussion is here.