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lovefairymina · 4 months
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*Accidentally swears in front of Linder.*
You did not hear that.
*squishes his cheeks.*
Don't repeat that word, okay? Lord Elrond will kill me if he finds out I taught you to swear. You are too adorable and innocent for this.
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Gingerly prying your hands off his cheeks and cupping them in a soft embrace, he chuckled. “Meleth, I'm not a baby who hasn't heard such crudeness before, especially when Lord Erestor and the twins exists.”
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thesummerestsolstice · 3 months
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A very important update to my Maglor = Erestor, Finrod = Gildor, and Daeron = Lindir post.
They all take shifts as the Tra-la-la-lally elf.
Gildor thinks it's delightful and uses it as a chance to talk to all the valley's visitors. He actually uses some of his free time to teach Glorfindel some basic bard skills. Glorfindel is surprisingly into it.
Lindir refused to at first because he's composed full symphonies before, why should he spend his time on that, but then Gandalf accused him of being too afraid to improvise rhyming lyrics and the challenge was on.
Erestor just desperately needs some Tra-la-la-lally in his life. He's also re-learning to sing without making everyone around him experience the horrors. It's good practice.
Elrond, who arranged this, thought it was a master stroke because surely, if they have to talk to each other about Tra-la-la-lally duty, they'll realize, right?
They've all become pretty good friends over the years, and spend plenty of time together! They still have no idea.
Thranduil's gotten in on the betting pool. He's betting on it taking divine intervention.
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aotearoa20 · 3 months
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somewhere in Rivendell in the third age
Daeron: Hang on, We were both minstrels in first age Beleriand, how come I've never heard of you?
Lindir: You were probably performing in Doriath, I was out on the Eastern Marches
Daeron: fucking Fëanorians! We hated you guys
Lindir: We hated ourselves
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overlord-of-fantasy · 3 months
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The braincell of Imladris
Erestor: I swear, I'm the only one here with a braincell.
Glorfindel, Lindir, Celebrian, and Figwit: ALL HAIL the keeper of the sacred braincell!
Elrond: You know, that the brain has more then one cell, right?
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doodle-pops · 1 year
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Types of Simps | Imladris
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A/N: Finally decided to add the House of Elrond to my list of characters. I've been dying to use this gif.
Types of Simps: Lords of Gondolin | House of Feanor | Ainur | House of Fingolfin
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Elrond – the ‘gentleman’ simp
· No seriously, I would let this elf simp over me any day because he’s the definition of a gentleman.
· Whatever it is you are doing, he’s able to juggle his duties as Lord and find the time to spend it with you. Are you going on a walk through the gardens?
· Elrond would randomly come strolling with a smirk and request to accompany your walk as if he wasn't timing you.
· “What a coincidence that we meet on such a fine day Y/N. Perhaps I can ask to join you at such a fair moment?”
· Are you blushing? I hope you are. Small trinkets will begin to arrive at your door with an obvious poetic note attached to them, stating that it was from Lord Elrond.
· He enjoys being in your company and spending every moment of his time with you. It’s as though time is frozen whenever you are around, and he revels in the moment.
· Compliments, praises, flowers, gifts – yes. All of which Elrond would spare no expense in spoiling you. Even if you’re not the type to enjoy lavishly expensive gifts, he’s able to dial it down and turn to a more meaningful approach.
· He always has his arm out for you to hold, pulling your chair out for you to sit, tucking your hair behind your ear and then giving you a heart-warming smile and compliment about you being the most wonderful person to enter his life.
Celebrian – the ‘nervous sweetheart’ simp
· She’s a sweetheart through her natural motherly instincts, thus, she’ll baby you whenever something happens.
· It’s only after when she realizes what she did, or doing, that she’ll embarrassingly blush and hide. You on the other hand would also blush furiously at her sweet and gentle gestures.
· A quick fix of your clothes whenever it’s mismatched, a tuck-in of a loose hair strand, patting your cheeks with a handkerchief when you're flushed or sweating.
· And when she’s finished, she’ll freeze with widened eyes at the realization of her actions once again before mumbling apologies. It’s a cute sight, both of your furiously blushing.
· She loves to help as we can see, but she loves to dish out compliments. She’ll give herself a pep talk only to aggressively compliment you because she was nervous.
· She did that once and you thought she was about to further insult you from the level of aggression.
· If you ever attempt to return the same gestures to her, she’ll go quiet and avert her eyes everywhere except you with twiddling thumbs. She’s just trying not to pass out.
· The best part is that she makes up every excuse in the book just to spend time with you even when she can’t.
Glorfindel – the “overly enthusiastic” simp
· No shame that he simps for you, the most he’ll do is blush and laugh whenever someone mentions it.
· He’s like those excited puppies that haven’t seen their owner for five minutes whenever he sees you. You’re just lucky he hasn’t jumped on you.
· Whenever he sees you, he’s quick to call out your name, letting you know that he’s aware of your presence. He’ll always find himself standing or sitting next to you once the occasion calls for it.
· A compliment for every time he sees you and when you return it, he’d return one right back at you for it to continue back and forth like that.
· His aura naturally glows when you’re near, it’s a fact. One time it happened – the other lords complained about how bright he was.
· He’s your number one hype elf, just like Egalmoth, cheering you on if his profession he takes seriously.
· He never wants to see you sad or down or crying because one time he saw you crying and was ready to draw his sword.
· He enjoys spending time with you and would always make time for you. The good thing is that he’s not the jealous type since he’s so friendly with everyone.
Erestor – the ‘tsundere’ simp
· It would take a miracle to get this suborn elf to show the obvious signs of being interested in you.
· You have to read every action carefully to understand the hidden meanings. “You’re an idiot for running in the rain” please be careful when walking in the rain. “You’re way too short to climb the bookshelf, are you a dwarf?” please ask me for assistance, so I can be close to you.
· He has a way with words that only Glorfindel and Elrond can understand. Heck, they’re the only two who are aware of his crush on you, it’s the golden-haired Lord who would give his friend a push.
· Erestor tries his damn hardest to not treat you any different from the others, but when he sees others approaching you, asking for your hand or gifting you trinkets. Jealousy is his favourite colour unbeknownst to him.
· Because of this, it would only fuel him to act on his emotions a little bit openly. Before he wasn’t fancy walking around Imladris with you, but now he is. If he didn’t use to gift you trinkets, now he was, but secretly.
· It would be the twins or Glorfindel who would point out that Erestor acts differently around you in comparison to everyone else. This just makes him roll his eyes fifty ways.
· “I don’t feel anything for them, I treat them the same as I do the rest of you.” With a tint of blush on his cheeks because it’s not like he scolds you when you mess up his papers or interrupt him, unlike the others.
· Whenever he’s around you, he’s a lot more relaxed even though to any onlooker, he wears the same irritated and annoyed look.
Elrohir – the ‘gentleman’ simp
· Between him and his twin, he’s all the more subtle about his approach to swooning you and he takes after his father and mother.
· He’s a mother hen and breaks character whenever you’re injured or require assistance. Always hovering in the background with the most exasperated worried face ever.
· Quick to assist you with the activity you’re performing, even if he doesn’t have a single clue about how to operate, he’ll sit back and look on. He’ll only join if you offer to teach him – he refuses to make a fool of himself.
· Very subtle with his gestures – doesn’t rush to touch you unless you want to hold his hand (minus being a mother hen), opens doors and pulls out chairs, and carries all your heavy items.
· Sends you flowers with a poetical note attached ‘To the most beautiful flower of them all’. Whenever he’s kissing your hand, he makes eye contact to ensure that you combust.
· Quick to shoot down any request for courtship and proud to make it clear that he has his eyes on you.
Elladan – the ‘overly enthusiastic’ simp
· He’s like a puppy that wants to be all over you and everywhere with you, and it’s painfully obvious to you and everyone that he’s head over heels.
· He gets up early in the morning just to have you watch him spar shirtless and ogle at him, instead, the poor baby catches a cramp while posing too hard.
· He always has a compliment and praise whenever you meet, and it’s only because he nagged Erestor or his twin for some help.
· You want help, he’s tripping over his feet to rush over to your side to aid. He does get a tad bit insecure that you may see his behaviour as childish since you make him giddy. But since you don’t bring it up, he’s relieved.
· Elladan is the type to stand under your window at one in the morning reciting a poem, he pulled from Erestor, for you with a bouquet of flowers.
· Because he’s young, he’s easily jealous. Thus, he’s going to attempt to be at your side 25/8 to ward off any suitors.
· He loves to hold your hand, the feeling of yours being encased in his makes him fly over the moon.
· You’re the one person capable of making him feel like he’s floating above cloud nine and walking with an angel.
Lindir – the ‘nervous/shy’ simp
· He’s quiet and shy whenever he’s around you – he just can’t believe that he’s in the same room with his crush and breathing the same air as them.
· He will need reassurance beyond reassurance. Everyone would have to give him a great big push to speak to you, and if he does, he’s ready to pass out.
· It takes great effort to get him out of his shell, but since he really wants you to know that he likes you, he’ll try.
· Flowers in his hand as he nervously breaks out sweating while handing them over and telling you how lovely you look. If you decide to return a compliment - congratulation, Lindir’s broken.
· Ask him on a walk and link your elbows with him, he’s going to be stuttering and stammering. His heart is ready to fall out.
· Lindir knows that he isn’t ready to openly confess, so he’ll write poems for you and send them along with flowers to your doorstep and then refuse to show himself to you the next day but watch from a distance as you collect the gift.
· As time progresses, when Lindir realizes that you’re not mocking his nervousness around you, his words become more pronounced, and he’ll become inclined to sing you a song.
· Jealousy is there for Lindir, but he’d be unsure about which approach to use to address the problem.
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kat651 · 3 months
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Y/n, reaching for a book on a high shelf: curse my hight…
lindir: would you like some help?
y/n, startled: oh yes, thank you.
lindir grabs the book and hands it to y/n.
y/n: I’m y/n by the way…
“Lindir,” he said, taking your hand gently and kissing it. “I’ve heard good things about you…”
you blushed. “L-like what?”
lindir smiled, listing some of your greatest attributes.
you were surprised when he finished. “I- wow…”
he smiled “and it also appears your beauty outdoes the other elves by far.”
you blushed and looked away shyly. “Your too kind…”
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Ok but a “Maglor is Lindir” crack au where anytime someone starts talking about the 2nd Son of Feanor or what the Sons of Feanor really looked like “Lindir” just violently strums on his harp to drown out the words, like-
Random Feanorian Elf, conversing with another elf: oh yeah Lord Maglor was-
“Lindir”: *Violent Harp Sounds*
Rando Elf: [louder] HE WAS-
“Lindir”: [LOUDER HARP STRUMMING]
And they can’t claim he is doing it on purpose really, because it’s still Maglor Feanorian and of course he is playing with rhythm and finesse (it’s a song, he claims, and nobody can say it’s not music because it sounds good somehow)
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lordgrimwing · 3 days
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New Podfic!
Another part the Maglor is an Eldritch Horror series by @thescrapwitch.
Rating: General audience
Summary:
There’s something strange in Imladris. Something that keeps any bard from staying there long. But Lindir has never been known for making smart decisions, and, armed with a special harp from Lady Galadriel, he’s determined to make a new home for himself in Lord Elrond’s kingdom.
What’s the worst that could happen?
Length: ~45 minutes
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doodlinglisy · 2 years
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A Rainy Afternoon in Imladris
(listen here on spotify ) 🌧️
Pov: you are a guest in the House of Elrond, you join the elves on a gloomy afternoon, the gentle sound of the rain soothes your soul.
Forever - Siouxsie and the Banshees
The Sixth Station - Joe Hisaishi
Autumn Town Leaves - Iron & Wine
Stjernestøv - Aurora
Only If For a Night - Florence + the Machine
Hidden Valley - Black Hill, Silent Island
Ruin - Jozef Van Wissem, Zola Jesus
Staying - Koda
All We Ever Wanted Was Everything - Bauhaus
La Ballade de Rose - Cécile Corbel
The Market Song - Faun
Sur l’Océan Couleur de Fer - Alcest 
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noirbriar · 6 days
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Glorestor: 5 Times They Denied (Final)
+ 1 time They Did Not.
From the POVs of the various folks around the 2 elves who are convinced they are courting, or betrothed, even though they were told otherwise.
OOC as always is all on me and canon is super hazy now but ahhh I tried
The final part! Thank you esp @mae-it-be-an-evening-dhros @tamilhobbit @the-dreaming-plastic-dinosaur for following this indulgent writing of mine as part of me coping with things and being so kind to my first experiment writing based on Tolkien's works!
Sometimes, its the kindest ones who break the most.
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6] Elrond Earendilion
Elrond is tired.
Here he sits on Celebrian's favourite bench in their balcony, watching the blazing crimson sun setting over the cliffs of his beloved Imladris. The light flooding the valley with endless red. Like fire, burning the skies, dripping into the water flowing endlessly, the life blood of all in this realm.A swallow chirps and lands on his shoulder, weightlessly and with ease.
Vilya pulses with every breath and each pulse of his fea as Elrond feels the fine well of power entangling around him. The Lord have been feeling the weariness of the ages sinking deep and clinging heavy on his bones.
The dull weight of it all drags on, settling on his spirit, plunging into depths unknown, rolling down and down, pulling into a deep, dark ocean beyond even Ulmo's reach.
Deeper.
And deeper.
And deep-
"-rond? Elrond!"
Elrond gets startled out of his darkening thoughts as the little swallow flutters off and faces the one face that he had always known.
One he and his brother have come to known as warmth and safety since they were but tiny elflings. Against the burning sky, Erestor stands before him, bent low with a gentle hand over his own, the one that bears the weight of power. The older ellon's cold hands cooling unlike the overbearing heat of his own skin. His slate green eyes dark, filled with a wide array of emotions unspoken, swirling in those orbs.
Right now, his Chief Councillor has forgone his usual heavy black robes, except for his elegant brocade robe of office over a tunic and leggings. The gold earcuff and feanorian earring shinning brightly.His twin blades strapped by his side and a crimson red scarf. No longer a mere advisor, Erestor and a select few of his staff have taken up the duty as the last means of defense of the Valley with the absence of Glorfindel and their troops.
Yet to Elrond, before him is not his Councillor and advisor, but one he and his brother have long recognised as another peredhel and claimed as kin of their own.
"Tor."
Elrond shifts and tugs Erestor down to sit beside him, the Lord of Imladris easing away the persona he carries.In his own private quarters, he cares not. The quiet guardian lets him, allowing Elrond to lean his head on his shoulder, his cold hand holding his own.The rare instance where Elrond feels the suppressed fea of the elder, the cold light bringing him familiar comfort. There was always something about the elder's fea he could never explain and he never knew why Erestor did so. Elrond never asked.
"You should not push yourself, Elrond." Erestor whispers.
"This land and many depend on me. As well as those further west. The darkness grows and without the strength of the land, it will be hard on our forces."
"Glorfindel and our warriors are more than capable of defending our borders against the wretched claws of evil and their ilk."Erestor admonishes gently, rubbing mindless circles on the peredhel's hand."You must rest, it will do us no good should you wear yourself thus. Arwen worries too."
"My precious daughter...always so sensitive and thoughtful. Even if I loathe to part from her, she has grown and found her own path. My sons, even if they have not made their choice to sail, they are finding their own place in this world. I cannot help but wonder...where does this leave me?"Elrond whispers his heartache in melancholy, closing his eyes and tries to ease the tension in him.
He is so, so tired. Like a thin piece of string, tattered and worn as time went on.
How he wished he could return to those innocent days! Safe and warm.There were days where he yearned for vague memories of the arms of nana, the hazy and distant gentleness of his adar's hand. Oh! How he longed for Celebrian's infectious joy and light. The ever smiling Celebrimbor's optimism. The ever practical Erenion and his laughter. In all that he had lost, he misses them the most. Dearest Elros by his side as they played with their strong Atto, with Atya singing enthralling songs and wonderous lullabies into the wild breeze.
His heart is so greedy and wants for them all. Fragments of light out of his grasp. Little fragments is all he craves.
"To be honest, when all is over, I had no desire to sail."
Erestor's words throws Elrond out of his maudlin thoughts like a broken glass, bringing everything to a standstill. The air freezes as Elrond's heart sinks, the younger elf turns harshly around as he hears the feanorian's proclamation.
"What?"
"I have long thought I shall fade here. On this very land where my Atar and my Amil have held me and my siblings in their embrace. " Erestor stares at the crimson dusk, "Where it all began, is where I will find my end. The only home I had. Where all my memories are, and have possessed all that I have ever known."
The string breaks.
"You can't!"
Elrond snarls, grabbing Erestor's arms, clinging almost like a desperate man reaching for a distant shore. The son of Earendil and Elwing feels that the abyss have finally caught him in its cold maw, the endless waves of loneliness and loss, regrets and sorrow that he have kept away for so long, now unchained in its fury. He had long known many of the old feanorians and the noldor have thought to remain in Middle Earth, with Imladris as their final Home. However, to hear those words from his longest friend, protector and kin-
The power beneath this land moans painfully with her master's sorrow, clinging to Elrond like a child seeking solace.
"Everyone I have known and love are lost and gone. Forsaken and abandoned! I cannot! I cannot lose you as well, Tor!"
Elrond gives in as he finally wails, wretched and tormented, ages of heartache and desires bursting forth. The remaining one finally starts to crumble under the weight he has borne.
Dear Erestor who watched over him and Elros, and sheltered them after Maedhros and Maglor were gone. The one they have taken as their older sibling. Who had held them in the cold, somber nights in Lindon, with battered bloodied hands and lustrous raven locks shorn from his head. Who mourned with him the death of their beloved Elros, and the fall of his legacy. The one built with him this haven and held his own children with the same gentle hands filled with scars. The one who kept him and his children going as Celebrain's ship sailed.
Elrond has had enough.
"I don't want to lose anyone anymore. Please, Tor. You are all I have left..." was all Elrond could plead with what selfishness he could find in him.
He is a healer, he has seen broken hurts and deep wounds buried in the soul, mending each unspoken pain little by little with what strength he carries.
But who would bear and heal the pain of the healer then?
"Oh, Elrond..."
The old feanorian caresses his face in tender hold, wiping away the tears he have not realised were there from his redden cheeks. Bathed in ephemeral crimson light, the two companions through the ages holds the other quietly.
"Do not weep." Erestor whispers into his ear as he embraces the younger peredhel in sorrow.
"I will not lie, that was my thought for the longest time, to remain in the land where my amil and my siblings have laid to rest before passing into the Halls. I am tired, truth be told. Yet with all that has happened recently... watching you, the young ones, even Bilbo and the Dwarrow and Edain, and all who have came to this haven we have forged...I find myself wondering, if I could find that courage that you all have shown to walk a different path?"
Erestor then turns back towards Arien, watching the crimson setting sun. While Elrond stares up wonder at this Erestor who is still that calm and mighty guardian, yet different all the same. Within his eyes, they seem to hold a different light. A light that he feels in their shared bond of kinship in their fea, a burning ember chasing away the creeping darkness that have grown far and deep away inside.
And Elrond feels.
Things then swiftly happen in immediate succession, like something in the distance shattered and mended. A change in the air as that unseen miasma of dread it lifts as the birds cry. Vilya shudders, the elven ring trembling in resonance, before finally dimming itself into almost nothingness.
The horn of the Valley resounds.
An age ends. Another shall soon begin.
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The residents of Imladris awaits at the square for the troops returning, bearing the wounded and the lost, but triumphant still with news of the destruction of Sauron and his Ring. Elrond bears his mantle once more with his circlet and heavy robes embroidered with patterns of gliding stars, hollow still but no longer in deep woe.
Vilya remains silent.
Their Lord descends to welcome their armies and the Edain back Home. Arwen remains close by his side, dressed in silver and silk. His daughter, ever empathic and sensitive. Her quiet presence a balm after that release of emotions welled up and sealed in him through the ages, bringing about much relief to his weary heart.
Bilbo Baggins, even with his body growing old and frail now that the final connection as Ringbearer is lost, hobbles slowly beside him in careful steps. The Hobbit probably hopeful for some news of his nephew and the fellowship.
A long welcoming horn sounds and there beyond the bridge, they see Glorfindel, glowing with the light of Aman, leading their victorious warriors and the last of their wounded home. Elrond's heart gladden to see them safe once more. As the Lord of Imladris, Elrond breathes in deeply the refreshing clean air, ready to give a speech to welcome them all home-
Right before he could get a word out, a blur of a shadow darts out, his Chief Councillor leaps elegantly past the many steps and simply crashes straight into his Captain dismounting Asfaloth. His favourite crimson scarf falling and lays forgotten in his wake.
The Golden Lord would have fallen over by the sudden unexpected impact from being pounced upon him if not for his unnatural strength. The Balrog-slayer dropping his helm and swiftly catching the dark haired elf with a hand on his back and another placed almost naturally on his assailant's bottom with no hesitation. The startled warrior's surprised noise also does not hinder Erestor in the slightest as he wraps his arms around the taller ellon and greets him.
Head on with a hard kiss.
Elrond nearly chokes.
The world seems to stop in that instant. Not a soul breathes. Not even as the caravan and wagons of the wounded behind holler at what was on with the hold up from behind. Asfaloth simply snorts in disbelief with a shake of his great head only a horse can, and wisely chooses to trot further away.
Everyone else remains still. Not even willing to move a muscle as the couple parted after a long heated kiss before a stunned audience, heaving with adrenaline and foreheads touching close.Unbothered and unconcerned.The silence is deafening, before someone finally speaks.
"Marry me, Laure." Erestor whispers, breathless.
Glorfindel gasps. His eyes bright with emotions, wild and free. The Hero of Gondolin could only gaze at his partner wordlessly filled with a fierce passion and endearing love.
"Eres? You are certain? You know we do not have to. I care not for oaths or promises or ceremonies, but only you by my side. My fea knows only you, forever and always. I am content!”
"No!"
Erestor's hands clutches into the white cape of their Captain, his eyes fierce with raw determination, their unbridled Tempest.
"No more I shall fear of the unknown. Neither of Oaths nor Doom. Even if I am damned to the Void, even if I must claw my way out of the abyss, I will find my way back to you! It is you, and only you that I will hold till the end of all of Eru's Songs! I want to be one with you meldanya*. I am ready."
If there was a tear from either of them, no one could say for they were so enthralled by the words they share.
“My brave Eres! Have I not told you before? May it be in the light of grace or endless Void, all I care is you as you are. It will never change! If it is what you desire, then let us become one! None will keep you from me, for what use is my poor existence if I cannot keep my heart by my side?" Glorfindel smiles, holding Erestor close with no concern to the travel-worn state he is in. With a lighter, softer peck upon the soft lips of his partner.
“You need not protect me. Just, stay beside me, as I face what is ahead, that is all I shall ask. ” Erestor whispers softly. It was plain for all to see, even with that cool mein, their ever stern Councillor was basking in the raw light of love.
“That I can do.”Glorfindel returns with a soft laugh, eager and proud in their joy.
"I am sorry. I am sorry it took so long."
"Nay, it matters not for we are here at last, and what do you know? I am ready too." Glorfindel then pulls Erestor into a deep embrace.
"Let us be bound, Eres, and never be apart."
"Aye."
Elrond does not know why or how but watching this all unfold before his eyes, his two friends finally answering to those unspoken feelings that they have all long known felt like a refreshing air of relief for himself. The Lord can only give a loud laugh at the incredulous timing in the whirlwind of it all. Like a chapter coming to an end on its own.
Their happiness is so infectious and warm, that it urges the half-elven on with an unexpected impulsiveness as he descends down the steps to meet the couple. His arms reaching out and pulling them into a hug with his dear friends. Which causes the trio of Lords to nearly fall over into an unseaming heap if not for Glorfindel and Erestor pulling Elrond and each other safe on their feet on the solid ground.
"Mellyn nin! Does this mean we can safely deem that you are both together? After so many years, we are to have a wedding in the Valley then?" The Lord of Imladris smiles, feeling lighter than ever.
The couple shares a an uncharacteristically shy look, probably realising their open affections have been on full on display. The two shuffling awkwardly, as Glorfindel pulls back his golden braid and Erestor straightening his robes. Even as their hands remain clasped together through the motions.
"Aye."
"We are."
With that the dam breaks and there are cheers and roars from all around. The felicitations and laughter blooming and loud, even out beyond the gates, voices echoing far across Imladris.
Elrond even spots several bags of coin being passed around. Looks like the age old wagers have ended, one that he was unfortunately unable to participate out of fairness and status. His foresight definitely did not foresee any of this, Elrond can be certain, despite whatever one may believe. There were some hands passing over even to a rather eager Bilbo and...Arwen!? Elrond gives his daughter a incredulous stare of dismay with a raise of his brow, but Arwen simply wiggles the bag and mouths, "Aragon's!"
Right.
"But we will not be having a wedding."
The sounds all come back to a halt, leaving the birds to continue with their delightful song.
"ABSOLUTELY NOT!"
Everyone gets startled by the suddden aggressive shout and turns to its unlikely source. The ever polite and dutiful Steward of the House, Head Minstral of the bards, Lindir, sstands in horror. A look of disdain upon his face with a hand clutching his robes in great horror. Elrond is rather certain its overly dramatic and very much out of character for the usually placid minstrel.
"No! No! Absolutely no! I have waited for an age for this and I refuse to accept-Its not how things are done! I made plans! I drafted songs! I will be vindicated! I WILL SEE A WEDDING!" Lindir declares with a glorious wave of his sleeves. Some of the household staff can be seen nodding in agreement.
Alright, he stands corrected with further observation. The little sleeve sweep was so much that he is reminded of Atya. Lindir certainly has enough flair to match with the Noldor he admires.
The couple can only simply blink blankly in response.
"But, we do not have the resources allocated for it, Lindir. Besides, we are short on time, we must prepare for our Arwen's wedding and for our House to journey forth to Gondor. There is also our wounded and our dead to care for, either way, it is not feasible at all." Their ever calculating and planning Councillor explains calmly.
"I politely disagree, my Lord Erestor."
Everyone now turns to Saelbeth who is the one to interrupt his mentor with a bow. His hands tucked in his sleeves as he steps forward from the group of councillors gathered.
"We not only have an abundance of resources stored, our staff and soldiers are more than capable and equipped to run autonomously. In fact, much of the preparations have already begun. Our household is more than proficient to handling the arrangements should our Lords be amendable in our suggestion."
Erestor narrows his sharp eyes at his protege, who is undaunted by the fierce look. As if the feanorian did not expect the efficiency he has implemented in this House to choose now of all times to work against him of all things.
Glorfindel gives a slight cough which sounded suspiciously like a laugh.
"We are also, able to oversee the duties of our troops as needed, if necessary." Deputies Laica and Thandor concurred from behind without prompt.
Which only earns them a careful glance from their Commander, one that the soldiers have chosen to disregard. Glorfindel rolls his eyes with an unbelivable shake of his head, muttering something along the lines of 'insubordination'.
"To be honest, Eres and I, we have both desired to only be wed simply by bonding. For our kin and friends here in our beloved home to recognise it, is more than enough." Their Captain elaborates, although this answer just seem to infuriate the usually calm minstrel even more, that the sindar is made speechless as he tries to breathe with his staff supporting him behind.
Elrond is a little guilty to find the whole situation a tad comical in any other circumstances.
"You will both not grant me the chance to witness an elven Wedding in my Home before I leave?"
They all turn around and come face to face with his daughter. Their beloved princess, their Evenstar, reaching out to hold their hands in hers. She gazes at her mentors and guardians with those gentle eyes, glimmering and full of hope under the golden rays of a new age of peace.
"Arwen-" Erestor began but Arwen urges him to listen with a shake of her head.
"Uncle Erestor, Uncle Glorfindel. Long have I wished to see you joined and blessed in ceremony. Will you not grant me this? Please?"
With that, Elrond can see the couple's resolve fall. Which was not surprising. For the two loved his daughter as though his children were their own since they were born. Elrond remembers the nights he and Celebrian handed his children to the two, watching them care for the young little elflings with so much care and selfless love.
Although that little spark in Arwen eyes is a little too obvious. Elrond gives his daughter an exasperated but fond look for that. It is somewhat reassuring to know his children all have not lost all of their playful innocence after all they have experienced in life and will carry them forth in what lies ahead.
Erestor manages to resist for a good while before giving a resigned sigh. He shares a knowing look with Glorfindel who returned with a wistful shrug.
"We can compromise, I suppose. Who needs tradition anyway in our haven, a Home for all walks of life?"
And compromise they did.
After mourning for the ones that have passed and comfoting those who grieved, the rest of Imladris sang for all, for those who cry and those who are to heal, and for everlasting peace.
Until the voices cease and raises once more in the flurry of excitement and chaos. The whole of Imladris prepares for the journey to Gondor and Arwen's wedding. Here in Imladris, where all of the elves from every clan have settled and called home for more than an age all prepare in their strange mix of elven customs hashed together in celebration.
On the night before their departure and their supposed wedding ceremony, Glorfindel and Erestor disappears, while Imladris makes merry in the name of the married couple.
The duo only emerges once more at the break of dawn, with Arien's greeting upon them. Glorfindel and Erestor appear, walking down the path from the sea of beech trees serenely, dressed in beautiful robes that Elrond has vaguely remembered from years long ago on one autumn eve. Their hair braided in a mix of noldor and vanyar patterns. They bear no wedding rings, but upon their brow, rests the circlet of their mate, with golden flowers shining against raven dark hair, and an elaborate twisting weaves gleaming upon glowing gold locks. It was plain for all to see, the marriage bond is complete and proud.
They stand before The Lord of Imladris and Arwen by his side, Lindir standing nearby bearing the ceremonial water from the Bruinen with almost the entirety of the Last Homely House welcoming the newly bonded Lords back with flowers. With bended knee, they greeted him and presented each other as their rightfully bonded mate, awaiting for his blessing. One that Elrond is more than eager to give, as he holds their warm hands in his.
Warm?
Under all that happiness, Elrond suddenly senses a familiar light in Erestor as well. Elrond feels, and is surprised to find Erestor's fea dancing unbound, like a little ember on a quiet eve. With Glorfindel's powerful light mingling through like blooming vines, caressing across the shared connection. He simply cannot put a finger to no matter how he tried. Although he is unable to give much thought to it with most of his House eager to approach and congratulate the newly wedded couple until the time comes that they must leave for the long journey to Arwen's future.
Elrond watches it all, as he had done through the ages. A sense of acceptance settles within him as he urges his mount on, taking the first step out of Imladris with his daughter and friends by his side, and the elves of Imladris following behind.
Elrond turns to the boundless skies beyond.
Everyone is finding their own path, its probably time he walks down his own as well.
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Flags flutter in the wind. Sails are prepared, and the ships are ready. Elrond observes as everyone else bid farewell to friends and kin. He has already made his goodbyes to his children but as a father, it is still difficult to part with them, forever his and Celebrian's treasured little ones. Bilbo and Frodo are huddling with their kin while Galadriel and Mithrandir speak with Cirdan in quiet voices.
It is hard to comprehend that he himself is finally leaving these shores for some place he has only heard and never seen. May it be from tales in the books or words of others. The unknown seems so difficult to grasp now that he is facing it.
"Elrond."
Elrond turns and sees Erestor and Glorfindel approaching, probably done with overseeing things.
"Tor." Elrond indulges a childish whim, greeting his advisor the nickname out in the open. Before he is pulled into a warm embrace by his old companion.
"Be safe. Be happy."
"I will."
A press of their foreheads, the two part, before Glorfindel hugs Elrond as well.The warrior's arms folding over his form, strong yet gentle. Oh Glorfindel! Fair and selfless, who protected him and his family since the days of old, always cheerful and supportive. The defender of Imladris who sang so beautifully and made the flowers dance. Who also have the terrible habit of enabling little elflings with too much sugar and making him laugh.
He will miss them both dearly. His precious friends who have walked by his side.
"Send my regards to Celebrian and everyone there, alright?"
"Are you both sure you are staying?" Elrond asks once more, just to be sure.
Now that Glorfindel's duty is done, he is to return to Valinor. Erestor, now his husband and mate meant that he too, will sail with his beloved. Yet, the couple has elected to remain in Middle Earth and Imladris for sometime yet.
"Someone has to watch over Elladan and Elrohir. As well as those who seek to sail in the coming years, who will need guidance as they pass through the Last Homely House. Celeborn alone would not be possible!" Glorfindel remarks lightly in jest.
"It would not be long." Erestor reassures.
A bell sounds, and Cirdan calls for those looking to sail to finally board the ship. In that moment, the reality of the situation finally sinks in for Elrond like a skipping pebble finally falling into the water.
He looks back at his friends, who returns with an encouraging nod and a wave.With a deep breath, Elrond steps forward and onwards.
As everyone boards, Elrond notices Galadriel turning pointedly towards Erestor without a word. Who simply gives a small nod in acknowledgement to the Lady while Glorfindel keeps a hand proudly on his mate's waist. Galadriel gives a cryptic nod in return, and turns to board the ship.
As the hobbits follow along with Mithrandir, Erestor suddenly strides up, calling for Bilbo. The old hobbit and his nephew turns back towards the feanorian in wonder. It is then, Elrond sees Erestor removing his treasured earring bearing the feanorian star, bending down and handing it carefully into Bilbo's thin hands.
"I do not know what good this may do, but I hope it will aid you in what you seek in some way."
"And... should anyone ask?"
Erestor and Bilbo share a long moment in silence, before the old hobbit grips onto the gift with a new found strength in his old hands with grateful acceptance. Mithrandir watches on, curious and full of mirth, but wisely chooses not interfere as they move on.
The anchors are pulled. The wind picks up and the gulls sing an ode to bid them farewell.
Farewell to Middle Earth! Farewell to everything and all! As the Eldar and the ringbearers leave behind all they have known and onwards into another realm, into another journey unknown. The breeze grows strong and the waves rushes, pushing them on and into the light-
"Elrond!"
The Peredhel turns back and sees Erestor running upon the docks, robes in hand and shouting towards the ocean with little care for his usual decorum. Glorfindel following close behind, waving brightly and so enthusiastically, almost like a maniac should one stumble upon the sight.
"Go! My kin! We will be just right behind!"
"The journey will be awhile! Do not miss us! It will not be long and you shall have company to keep you busy, dear Elrond!"
Elrond blinks back a tear at his silly friends and laughs.
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There was only so much one can do out in the vast and endless sea in close quarters with many others. However, Elrond has found comfort watching the stars and his Adar sail across the night skies, wondering in the quiet of his mind.
When the shores of the West are finally sighted, many are excited, though for a break in endless voyage or beauty of it, Elrond could not be certain. As they all clamouring and crowding on the bow for a glimpse of the blessed realm.
Yet the unexpected always happen when one least expects it.
With a loud cry resounding into the air breaking the peace, everyone on the ship are soon startled out of their watchful gaze of the their eternal home. Elrond jumps up, sprinting to the bottom of the deck to the storage where lies its source. Where a pale Frodo stares incredulously at an open box.
Galadriel arrives as well and they share a questioning look, leaving Mithrandir to quickly tend to the startled hobbit on the floor of the ship. Bilbo slowly joins in, offering a pat of comfort to his kin, though the old adventurer seems oddly calm by the chaos. Sounds of movement from the opened box increase with intensity, each rustling and rattling growing louder much like Elrond's own heartbeat. There is no foulness or evil in the air, but age old instincts has them on edge all the same.
With careful steps, Elrond approaches the crate first with Galadriel following close behind.
Cautiously, they all peer inside.
After all these years and in endless joys and unending sorrow, the half elven finds finally feels that burden upon him lifting, a light of hope and his being healing at long last. With quiet tears and a sob of delight, Elrond is finally able to smile again, full and free, as he dives in to embrace the beginnings of healing as his heart soared.
"Atya!"
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*Quenya: my beloved
A/N: I probably could have polished things more but at this point, I think I shall leave it as it is. A rather odd final part I think but I tried? Thank you all for taking the time to read and comment and reblog, you all made my day with each one!
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aeonianarchives · 1 year
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You make Lindir so adorable and cute, he's just a sweet boy in your fics, can i request a cranky Lindir who has had enough with dealing with dwarves or mirkwood elves x reader and they have to calm down the stressed boy
I am Glad you like my Lindir of course you may even if this is 3 months late I am terribly sorry I was busy
A Cranky Minstrel
Summery: Ask
Pairing: Lindir x Reader
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you inwardly groaned as you watched the young dwarf threw food next to Lindir hitting the statue he was stood Infront he gave it a quizzical look before looking to you, which made you simply shrug to him, you had experienced him cranky one time before in your relationship and that was when Mirkwood came to visit, you just knew these dwarfs were making him more and more cranky by the second.
you noticed a dwarf about to lob a tomato at you husband and caught his hand the dwarf looked at you and so did Elrond as he did not realize you were here.
"Let go of me you wretches elf" the dwarf half yelled
"Watch where you throw stuff" you said glaring him down Elrond cleared his throat you let go of the dwarf and walked to him
"I am sorry to interrupt your meal my lord but I do believe my Report has some urgency, those orcs you slew near the hidden pass weren't the only ones to get close or into our borders" you said in a hushed voice giving the lord your report before you were hit by the same dwarf you held back with a Tomato with the same tomato you stopped him from throwing
"Lord/Lady Y/n do not retaliate it will only make them more boisterous" Elrond said as he read your report over
"I am glad your patrol slew them, talk to Erestor about erecting a guard tower in that blind spot and help him find the others Orcs may get across without our detection before they are on our patrols" You nodded taking the letter and leaving you did not see Lindir again until he came back late to your shared chamber either he was cleaning after the dwarves or they had done something else you only lifted your book as he set himself with his head on your chest.
"First they question the food, then they make their own music, then they start a food fight and hit you right after you got back from a long patrol" Lindir groaned
"I am fine, a Tomato does not hurt and I am all clean now" you said you had taken a bath and changed into fresh clothes as soon as you got back into your rooms
"Then the pantry starts running low on wine with them and then they have the AUDANCITY to bathe their hairy naked asses in the sacred fountain, What gave them the right, sure I get they hate elves But we are not wood elves, we didn't bring an army to a smaug ruined Erebor just to tell you no that was Thranduil acting without our knowledge and they blame all elves for it, petty little ferrets" Lindir groaned with the amount of times he had listened to you groan about your patrol it was only right to listen to him you had half the mind to storm over to the dwarves and give them a piece of your mind but you decided against it.
"How rude of them" you said placing a hand on his back and closing the book you where reading and setting it down
"I know, they can't just disrespected our lord like that" Lindir said he was tense
"Why don't I give you a massage and you can rant about the dwarves while I get all of those nasty knots out of you" You said Lindir only hummed and you straddled his lower body as you worked on the knots in his back.
"They don't work with you they are so stubborn, they just give me a headache even more so then the mirkwood elves and thats saying something" Lindir huffed
"I arguable find the arrogant elven king more stubborn and annoy" you said
"You are odd" Lindir said rolling around to face you
"I have to babysit the dwarven children" Lindir said leaving he soon came back
"They left, i swear if you take an eye of them for a second they disappear, Elrond was not happy" Lindir said
"Come here you cranky gremlin you just need a hug and time to calm down" you said taking Lindir into your arms and running a hand through his hair
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lovefairymina · 25 days
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y/n walks in as lindir is changing his shirt and smirks before roughly pushing him onto the bed and crawling on top of him, placing kisses over his bare chest and face which is now deep red.
y/n, in between kisses: your so… cute when… you blush…
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“Can...I...at least...put...my clothes on...without being attacked by the kissing warden?” he laughed heartily in between his gasps for air. Your kissing was relentless, refusing to listen and continue making your way to his face. “Meleth-nîn, my kissing warden. Are you finished?”
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eunoiaastralwings · 1 year
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If this is alright could we have a dragon rider reader (got like dragon) with lindir if that's alright.
The Dragon Friend
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featuring lindir x reader
fandom tolkien- the hobbit the lord of the rings
a/n idk if this is how you meant it - please enjoy ! - who else but toothless ;)
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Lindir and you had been childhood friends - a friend he had grown to love and admire.
But unfortunately he had lost you during your childhood days - you had been taken and there was no source in finding you.
He sometimes remembers his young self searching and pleading with his and your kin to find you - but always there was no hope. . .
You were gone and he had to live with a broken heart. . .
He convinced himself you were dead and lived on in sorrow, reaching Rivendell.
So he was convinced he would never see you again until one surprising day he found you lying unconscious just outside the valley of Rivendell.
He was able to recognise you - many ages can pass and will always be able to recognize you.
In seeing this minstrel unlike himself and rushing to your safely - putting on else behind, he knew you were special to Lindir.
Linidr himself had insisted on carrying your unconscious body into Rivendell. It was a shock to everyone as he picked you up with care and brought you into the healing rooms.
When you gasped awake he was still right by your side - tending to your every wound.
“Lindir?” 
You looked at him amazed - you would never forget those eyes of your beloved friend from childhood.
He was still the same Lindir in every way he acted and even smiled.
It was the same Linidr you always knew and it has a sense of home again after all these years.
His sudden overprotectiveness took you by surprise - and it made you blink wondering who this suddenly was.
“Lindir, I am alright. . .”
You tried to argue. 
“No, Y/N, you are hurt and wounded. You need to rest! Strict rest is needed.”
Lindir insisted, a little sternness in his voice - but his touch was still with care as he gently pushed you back to rest your weak body.
But you couldn’t - he was out there lost and scared, you needed to make Lindir understand and go back to him.
Lindit kept a close eye on you - while you always knew you could trust Lindir you didn’t know how exactly he would act towards the new you. . .and your little. . .or perhaps big flying friend were the better words to use.
You sighed twisting and turning at night - aching sore in different parts of your body from the crash landing as you were suddenly ambushed by orcs.
You waited until the dead of night and stepped out the bed and tiptoed out the room. Your heart was in your throat.
You weren’t technically doing anything though. . .
With a gulp - you ran swiftly and quietly as you could across the halls - ignoring the aches and burns in your body.
Somehow you managed to get past the guards - they probably ignored you seeing you with Lindir so often and did not think you were planning on leaving. . who knows but you thanked your lucky stars and hoped yourself out of Rivendell and outside.
“Lithon?”
You gently called out into the wind.
“Lith. . .Please where are you?”
You whispered - getting a little impatient with your pet dragon.
You knew he was here - he was playing with you, hiding his ash colored body from your sights.
You stepped out further.
“Li-”
Suddenly you were cut off by his sudden appearance and quickly scooped you under his wing to hold you close.
He let out a happy sound at the sights of you - his large tail swishing back and forth happily seeing you again.
“Lithon!” 
You giggled and hugged him back.
“Oh - you good boy! You stayed hidden, good boy!”
You cooed - scratching the place right under his chin exactly where you knew he liked.
“Y-Y/N?”
Suddenly a familiar voice hit your ear and you froze - Lithon turned around too. to see who was there he was being protective over you.
You gulped - seeing your childhood friend standing there in shock, the color drained from his face as he looked at the scene in front of him.
“Lindir. . I need you to stay calm. . .OK?” 
You said gently - stepping away from Lithon’s wings and walking over to him.
Lindir’s heart was beating a thousand miles per hour and his breath came out quicker.
He did not reply - suddenly he grabbed your wrist pulled you away the giant beast.
“Lindir! Wait!”
You tried - but he was already sprinting holding your wrist.
You winced at Lithon growled.
Lindir’s mind was haywire - he debated whether to call out Elladan and Elrohir now, or wait until he was at the entrance. . 
No no - he could ot risk the beast entering Rivendell.
“Lindir! Please, he is harmless!”
You tried - but then suddenly Lithon jumped in front blocking their way - looking predatory - and you rolled your eyes at his over dramaticness.
Lindir looked at you incredulously -then moved to shout out for the guards and twins.
Lindir wasn’t a fighter, he was a healer and protector towards you.
Quickly you covered his mouth and he looked at you with wide eyes.
“Lindir, please just listen! He is my friend. Lithon is good, please! He is trying to protect me as much as you are!”
You pleaded.
“Look. . .”
You looked unsure for a moment.
“Just watch, OK?”
You said and took a deep breath - holding your hands out in a calm motion and gestured to Lithon.
“Lithon. . .little one, it is OK. . .”
You said as he was glaring daggers at Lindir.
Then you held Linidr’s hand and your other hand reached out to Lithon
He looked between you both - then let out a sound that was something in between a scoff and a sigh.
Lindir watched in his utmost surprise as the dragon gently bowed to you and rested his head against your hand. . .trusting you.
“See? He is friendly. . .Lithon is good.”
You promised Lindir and gently brought his hand forward.
Lindir fought at first but you gave him pleading eyes and he sighed - letting his hand rest on the dragon just beside your hand.
Lithon let out a grunt before slowly relaxing.
Lindir watched in amazement and utter disbelief.
“See I told you. . .Li. .is ve…ry”
But suddenly Lindir’s ears could no longer hear you clearly - it was like he was suddenly underwater.
His vision was blurry then suddenly all was dark. . .
Lindir awakens again - his body sitting up straight in a sudden jolt.
Lithon was in front of him, lying on the sun like a cat.
He rolled his eyes and grunted at Lindir and turned away.
“Oh thank Eru, Lindir! You are awake!”
You chirped happily and hugged him tightly.
Lindir was taken back by the sudden gesture but he found himself quickly melting into his arms and his love for you returned.
You blushed seeing your close proximity - and Lindir mirrored the blush on his cheeks.
“Y/N. . .”
He whispered your name and caressed your hand - looking deep into your eyes.
You knew. . .You knew then and you know it now. . .You didn’t get the chance before and you were not about to let it slide through your fingers easily.
Neither was Lindir. . .it was known when he quickly and respectfully pecked your lips.
You rolled your eyes and pulled him to a full kiss. . .passionate and tender. . .making his eyes go wide in surprise and almost in awe.
A kiss that is warm, gentle, and full of love and affection. The love that you have inspired within one another is overflowing. . . 
Lithon let out another grunt making you both laugh.
“That dragon has a personality. . .”
Lindir said in amazement, looking at Lithon.
“Lith, he is not like other dragons. . . he has a soft heart really -he saved me and has been my friend since. I would have told you, meleth. . .I would I was afraid for Lithon. . 
Lindir blushed when you called him meleth.
“It is understandable, meleth nin - as always I see where the kindness in your heart lies.”
You grinned at him - your friend and lover now.
“Shall we take him for a ride?”
 You asked and Lindir was confused.
“A ride?”
“Yes - a ride” 
You said happily. 
Lindir really did know what he was in for - but he was willing to try if it meant he could make you happy.
He held onto you for the fear of his life as Lithon took off into the skies.
You rolled your eyes realizing Lithon was doing this own purpose - to give Lindir a friendly scare. . .
“Lithon, you useless reptile. . .”
You muttered with an eyeroll trying to comfort Lindir.
Lindir felt like his life was flashing before his eyes - his heart was in throat as he was carried among the clouds and dove into the sea with great speed.
When finally landed again - Lindir’s heart was beating out of control and he felt like he needed to lay on the grass.
“Oh sweet Eru. . .”
He whispered, laying there breathing hard.
“Are you OK? Lindir?”
You asked quietly, trying to comfort him.
“That was. . .dangerous!” 
He breathed and you felt rather sad.
“But amazing. . .” 
He breathed and laughed.
You grinned and kissed him again, toppling him on the grass again as he was about to sit up.
Lithon gave you love birds an eye roll but smiled to himself. . .
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aotearoa20 · 9 months
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Lindir and Maglor
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Have had @thescrapwitch’s Eldritch Maglor Series rattling around in my brain for the past few days so here you go. Lindir, bard of Imladris and lover of little things, with his good friend and collaborator the horrifying cryptid that haunts his house.
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superloves4 · 1 year
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Eldritch Maglor from @thescrapwitch series.
I really need to learn how to actually place shadows and colors 😂 I'm still not convinced on his nose, oh well
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melpomaen · 6 months
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A drunk Lindir a la asks 9 : “don’t shush me!”from @elithilanor
"Don't shush me, child!"
"You're being too loud! All of Lorien will hear you."
"So let them!" Lindir gestures wildly toward the window, the little wine left in his cup threatening to jump the rim. "My kinsmen should be glad to hear my voice. Varda knows they love the sound of my name on their lips."
"I think we have to at least pretend to be mature about it." Maenod says.
The point is lost almost as soon as it's made, Maenod's composure shattering when Lindir's face twists up in disdain.
"I am old enough to be your father, you know."
"Everyone is old enough to be my father!"
"Grandfather then. At any rate, you'll change your tune when it's 'Rúmil' and 'Maenod' on everyone's tongues." Lindir tuts. "Don't think you're so unknown. In fact, you and your dandelions already have a reputation."
"My dandelions? What's wrong with my dandelions?"
"Ai, what was it that I overheard?" Lindir hums, feigning contemplation until Maenod is waiting on the edge of his seat. "Something along the lines: 'Now we know the true measure of Rúmil's fondness for him, to suffer having his hair all pinned up with weeds–' "
"Weeds!?" Maenod cries, jumping from his seat. "They're a fine and noble flower!"
Lindir's laughter rings out from the talan as he topples from his perch on the divan, the crash audible from the forest below. He resigns himself to the floor, helpless to the sight of his friend's incensed hopping.
"Reportedly," Lindir manages to wheeze. "Your warden replied the same."
"He had better!" Maenod snaps. "Alas! Weeds! Their elanors can thank my weeds for moving the soil their gentile roots can't reach."
Maenod throws up his hands, unable to find the words to express his discontent.
"Weeds, Lindir!"
"Aye!"
"Fucking ridiculous." The scribe mutters, dropping back down into his chair.
"Careful now. All of Lorien will hear you."
"All of Lorien shall suffer me until my weeds are given their due respect!"
"How Noldorin of you."
"It's bullshit, is what it is."
"So we've come to an agreement." Lindir snorts. "And then remember, where my name is concerned the Galadhrim gossip about far more than my taste in flowers!"
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#43 from this drabble prompt list.
@elithilanor
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