It's time for Maeglin to get reembodied! The only problem, of course, is that a good number of people don't trust him with freedom, so he has to be supervised by someone who isn't biased in his favor. Idril and Tuor volunteer, since no one knew they were dating him before. Once he apologizes for what he did, they can enjoy their time together.
Or at least they could, if Maeglin didn't consider their relationship long since broken off, and its rekindling didn't look extremely suspicious to outside eyes.
Back to Middle-earth Month: Prompt Submissions are Open!
Join in on one of the oldest continuously running online fanwork creation events in the Tolkien fandom: Back to Middle-earth Month!
The Basics: People submit prompts for content creators, and then content creators claim prompts and make stuff. Low pressure, low commitment, low stress event. You do as little or as much as you like--soft deadline, no word count minimums. Just a bunch of Tolkien nerds expressing their love of the legendarium!
You can submit the following types of prompts: art, craft, cosplay, a story starter, mood boards, bingo cards, playlists, photos, or just a general written prompt idea. It could be as elaborate as several drawings or as basic as a pairing request. If you think of something not listed - contact us! We'll find a way to fit it in!
Prompt submissions are open until February 15th for this yearly event! Claiming and creating begins on March 1st!
For more details, see the outline of the event here, or visit the website at https://spring-into-arda.weebly.com/b2mem.html
No sign-ups involved! Prompt submission forms are found beneath the cut... much appreciation and thanks in advance to those who share this info with others, and huge thanks to everyone who has already submitted prompts or do in the future!
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
Chapters: 2/2
Fandom: The Lord of the Rings (Movies), The Lord of the Rings - All Media Types
Rating: Teen And Up Audiences
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Aragorn | Estel/Arwen Undómiel, Aragorn | Estel & Boromir (Son of Denethor II)
Characters: Arwen Undómiel, Aragorn | Estel, Boromir (Son of Denethor II), Faramir (Son of Denethor II)
Additional Tags: Poisoning, Post-War, Boromir Lives, Investigations, Worry, Hurt/Comfort, Emotional Hurt/Comfort, Loyalty, Back to Middle Earth Month, Pre-relationship Aragorn/Arwen/Boromir
Series: Part 7 of What Peace Brings, Part 4 of Back to Middle Earth Month
Summary: It took Arwen a moment to realize she felt unwell. The room started to spin and her hand shook, badly enough that her goblet fell from her hand. Aragorn was beside her in the span of a heartbeat and as darkness slid over her, she realized the hall had gone quiet.
The conclusion.
Inspired by this photo prompt for Back to Middle Earth Month:
"Guess what Nelyo? We made it into the Mannish histories."
"I would hope that they have some records of the battles we won and the land we defend."
"Of course there’s that. But the two of us made it in, as a couple."
"What? How can you be happy that they intruded, and are now gawking in horror at two brothers so involved?"
"They’re not gawking! I admit, they don’t seem to have picked on us being brothers either. ‘Fingon the Valiant was close in heart with Lord Maedhros of Himring. Neither took a wife, delighting in each other’s company, and Fingon spent much of is time in Maedhros’s lands, for all his duties as Crown Prince.' You barely even have to read between the lines."
"Fuck. Has Fingolfin heard that account?"
"He has, but what of it? He knows that the half of the year I spend away from court is defending the Gap rather than living in Himring, so he's not looking for other answers."
"But the Men don't, of course." Maedhros nodded.
"Right. The rumors are even more fun than the histories."
"Oh?"
"Yes. Because Fingon the Valiant's title is well earned; he's saved Ethel Sirion dozens of times. But there's not a single report of his victories in the East."
"News takes a long time to travel, and I don't bother reporting every skirmish."
"I'd worry less if you did, you know."
"You'd worry less? I'm not the one who charged a dragon!"
"Only because there wasn't one here for you to fight. But yes, I've told all the commanders what you said, and implied that I tend to ride out under your command and let the victories be attributed to Himring's forces as a whole. A prince must know when to show humility, especially when dealing with those arrogant Feanorians."
"Do they believe you?"
"All the ones who actually know me do. But there's still gossip in the ranks, the absolute strangest tales. Some claim that Fingon is never seen outside the fortress itself. He rides in, and doesn't leave the keep for six months."
"Out with it."
"Rumors say that the noble crown prince goes to Himring solely to make sure the Eastern front is guarded against Morgoth. Lord Maedhros is ruthless and greedy though, and hates that the prince ever leaves. So the moment the Fingon enters Himring, Maedhros does whatever it takes to prevent him from leaving. Including hiding his horse - or his clothes. Or possibly just chaining the prince to his bed, and only releasing him when the roads grow too treacherous to pass. But Fingon is brave, and will not let a few hundred orcs or a snowstorm keep him from his duties in Hithlum."
Maedhros let his head fall back to the pillow. "Have you, perhaps, been encouraging these rumors? Telling Men about the drama and devotion in the house of Finwe or some such rot?"
"No! They came up with this all on their own, but it's riveting isn't it?"
"That's one word for it."
"I did send my valet to their feast halls once or twice to listen in on the rumors, and didn't forbid him from speaking once he'd picked up enough gossip. The don't recognize him, but he did remind them that I go back every year on purpose."
"How does that help?"
"If I go return to you every time, then either I'm willing or the rumors are false."
"That doesn't help your reputation very much."
"It helps some," Kano said with a shrug. "I'm thought lovesick rather than idiotic. And it maintains my renown in battle, rather than you defeating me so often. But you're right, it mostly paints you as less monstrous."
"I am well aware of what they say about me, the kinslayer and former thrall. I don't need Hithlum to approve of me."
"No, but it makes things more convenient, especially when you show up at court."
"By the time of my next visit, all of these gossipy Men will be sitting by the fire, too aged to stand; not in the front lines of your army."
"You say that, but Fingolfin sent an invitation."
"I'll decline it."
"For the celebration of three yeni since he took the throne? It would look churlish for you to stay away."
"And who will guard Himring while I'm gone?"
"Officially, Lord Maglor can is nearby and could take command of the fortress for a time. Unofficially, your steward would do a fine job."
"Let me actually read the invitation before arranging every detail, will you?"
Salgant is hosting the annual ball for his dance students, attended by a great number of non-dance students, and has convinced Maeglin to perform a traditional dance from Doriath.
Then, of course, Maeglin can hardly resist joining a sword dance with his favorite enemies.
Back to Middle-earth Month: Claiming & Creating Starts March 1st!
It's almost time for B2MEM (Back to Middle-earth Month). Here's the basics; links under the cut for all of the goodies.
B2MEM is an annual creation celebration for all things Tolkien, mainly focusing on his legendarium. What can you do for it? Literally anything. Post something new. Finish something you already started. Rec something you did. Rec something someone else did. Give warm and fuzzy comments to someone. B2MEM runs from March 1 to April 15. For more details and links to all of the galleries with new prompts, check below the cut.
Mathom Marketplace
2022's theme is 'Mathom Marketplace'. You can find the long list of 'what do' and 'how to' here. You do not need to use the list to participate, you can always do your own thing, but if you're looking for inspiration and getting in on the fun, check out the prompts found below!
Claiming of prompts and creation of stories, art, and other fun things for B2MEM begins on March 1st. Here is the list of prompts, grouped by type:
There's also a presentation here from the 2019 B2MEM on ideas for what one can create, beyond fanfiction and fanart. It references the Bingo theme that year, but the ideas are all still valid.
Trade Show at Mrs. Bracegirdle’s Boutique
This is an opportunity to collaborate and/or exchange specific items in trade. Maybe you want to draw pictures of Frodo in Valinor and want someone to write a story for them. Maybe you have been working on a story about Indis' childhood, and are looking for an illustrator. Maybe you want to collaborate on a story about the first Dwarves in Middle-earth. You can post your trade offers here.
Posting & Viewing Works
Beginning March 1st, 2022, works can be posted to the AO3 collection. This collection never closes, so while the event will wrap by the end of April, you can always add works later as you are inspired and finish them.
Socially Speaking...
Want to chat with others about Spring Into Arda events? There are parties for B2MEM throughout the event and the server is open year round. Hang with other B2MEMers and Trade Show participants on Discord!
An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works
Chapters: 1/2
Fandom: The Lord of the Rings (Movies), The Lord of the Rings - All Media Types
Rating: Teen And Up Audiences
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Aragorn | Estel/Arwen Undómiel, Aragorn | Estel & Boromir (Son of Denethor II)
Characters: Arwen Undómiel, Aragorn | Estel, Boromir (Son of Denethor II), Faramir (Son of Denethor II)
Additional Tags: Poisoning, Post-War, Boromir Lives, Investigations, Worry, Hurt/Comfort, Emotional Hurt/Comfort, Loyalty, Back to Middle Earth Month, Pre-relationship Aragorn/Arwen/Boromir
Series: Part 7 of What Peace Brings, Part 4 of Back to Middle Earth Month
Summary: It took Arwen a moment to realize she felt unwell. The room started to spin and her hand shook, badly enough that her goblet fell from her hand. Aragorn was beside her in the span of a heartbeat and as darkness slid over her, she realized the hall had gone quiet.
For this photo prompt for Back to Middle Earth Month!
