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Mithr@ndir · 08-16-2002, 08:21 AM

one of my fav bits is the bit where the fox talks comments ont eh hobbits sleeping in the open in TFOTR

quant

***Tessar*** · 08-16-2002, 04:38 PM

I think that "fox talking" but was kind of a "Hobbit" throw back. A bit silly if ya know what I mean

I don't know... My dad warped the chapters so much when he read them I thought most of them were rather funny

Sanna · 08-16-2002, 08:16 PM

I found the final casting of the ring (along with Gollum) into the heart of Mount Doom very uplifting; a great relief overswept me despite the fact that I knew it would eventually happen. I also loved it when the two hobbits awoke after their rescue by Gandolf, and Sam thought it was all a dream until he looked at Frodo. I was so happy they were alive, and that they had succeeded.

The end of Return of the King was horrible and great for me at the same time. The picture in my mind was serene and beautiful, yet the fact that Frodo, Bilbo, and Gandolf were leaving forever tore at my heart. I did not want them to leave and I cried at their depature. It was like I was standing there on the shore with Pippin, Merry, and Sam, watching my friends sail away, wishing they could stay but knowing they could not.

And then I read the afterward, about what happened after the departure of Gandolf and company. When I came to the spot that said the fellowship is broken, I felt like crying, even though it was just a single sentence along a time line of events. And I felt it again when I reached the part about Arragon's passing.

It seems to me that one of Tolkien's greatest accomplishments, his creation of a world so real that it's hard to believe it is all a fantasy, is a bittersweet thing. It was such a beautifully written epic, and I became so drawn in to it that I was actually pained for it to all end. And even though I know that it was just a story, it still doesn't feel that way.

Sanna

ThorinOakenshield · 08-17-2002, 03:58 AM

One of the most dramatic points in LotR for me, personally, would have to have been the discovery of the Book of Mazarbul in the Tomb of Balin, short-lived dwarven king of Moria. Also, the subsequent battle to hold the main door shut while not allowing themselves to become entirely shut in as was the mistake of the dwarves of Balin's company. The east door does Gandalf implore the companions to keep drawn, and through it they escape. The entries in the Book of Mazarbul itself, torn and battered, tell a terrible, melancholic tale of Balin's failed recolonization attempt, setting a mood that struck exceptionally powerful chordic emotions within me. Then again, all of Tolkien's writings seem to have a similar effect on my emotions.
Lastly, anything of Dwarvish concern is right up my ally. Until next we meet again! *ThorinOakenshield*

Lanelf · 08-18-2002, 01:18 AM

My favourite?
Anything with Sam and Frodo in Mordor. Particularly Cirith Ungol and Shelob's lair. And after the Ring's destroyed with Gollum - though that "Nine-Fingered Frodo and the Ring of Power" (not precise quote) was just tasteless. I mean, the dude's lost his finger so you say, "Don't worry, soon they'll be telling stories of how you lost your finger and they'll say "Sick!" and "Eww!"' and I'm going on about this stuff again, sorry.
If this post has severely annoyed anyone, well, just ignore me next time.

olsonm · 08-18-2002, 01:48 AM

My favorite part is their brief pause at Cerin Amroth. But it's only a favorite among favorites.

BeardofPants · 08-18-2002, 03:06 AM

Just stumbling through another of my favourites... Eowyn and Faramir in the houses of healing. I love how she slowly sheds her mantle of aloofness, and coolness towards him.

Sween · 08-18-2002, 06:11 AM

Merry and pippin at the gates of isengard had me in stiches.

Linarryl · 10-19-2002, 12:37 PM

My favorite chapter is 'The White Rider' from the two towers. I think it funny, I don't know why.
*GO LEGOLAS!*

Keith K · 11-01-2002, 03:04 PM

My favorite scene occurs during the siege of Gondor. The Witchking has broken the gates and crossed the threshold. All have fled except for Gandalf and Shadowfax. Suddenly the wind changes, the dawn opens, and horns are heard wildly in the north. A truly awsome moment.

Treebeard's apprentice · 11-01-2002, 05:05 PM

The Battle of Helm's Deep. It gives me such a thrill when the daylight breaks and the orcs find themselves between Helm's Deep, the White Rider, and a 'forest' that wasn't there the day before.

The best part is when they decide to take their chances with the Ents and never come out again. HA!
I can't wait to see that on the big screen. Well, I made it this far, so guess I could make it a few more months, but I'M SO EXCITED!

Coney · 11-01-2002, 06:03 PM

Not really a favourite moment but I've always loved the paragraph where Bombadil holds up the Ring and peers through it at the Hobbits.............have always imagined Sauron as seeing Bombadils eye staring back at him could really ruin meglomaniac maiar's day that

Erawyn · 11-02-2002, 01:30 PM

I agree with most of what everyone has already said, but i'll say it again!
Eowyn vs. the Nazgul
When Sam and Frodo get to the house he bought and Merry and Pippin are there, and make him take them along.
When they meet the elves for the first time.
When the hobbits hear the cries of the Nazgul when they are still in the Shire. I think it is written so well, very creepy and good

I think my very favourite parts of the book are usually just little bits of dialogue. I love when Eomer threatens Gimli, and Legolas says something along the lines of "you would be dead before your stroke fell" and when Gimli stands up for Aragorn when the guard in Edoras tells him to lay down his weapons. I love the little moments in the book when you see the deep friendship between the members of the fellowship, and you know that they will defend each other to the death. I especially like the friendship between Legolas and Gimli, and the hobbits. It makes me wish i was in the fellowship. I guess that sounds crazy...

mirial · 11-02-2002, 07:15 PM

I liked the actual DYING of Gollum, I mean, I like that entire chapter (can't remember the name) because it really makes you cross your fingers for the characters and feel their pain.

Elrénia · 11-08-2002, 01:39 PM

I liked Lothlorien because there is more of the elven language in that chapter.

TolkienGurl · 11-08-2002, 03:27 PM

*The Fellowship of the Ring:
My favorite chapter is A Journey in the Dark. I really like Moria, and learning about its history. There are so many "nameless" creatures that have never seen day, and chambers underwater that have not been explored since it was inhabited during its prime. Spooky!
My favorite part in the chapter is the encounter with the Balrog.

*The Two Towers:
My favorite chapter is Treebeard. I really like the Ents. They are so interesting!
My favorite part is when the Ents are marching to Isengard.

*The Return of the King:
My favorite chapter is the Siege of Gondor.
My favorite part is when the Lord of Morgul confronts Gandalf.

Cirdan · 11-12-2002, 12:04 AM

"a Conspiracy Unmasked" for the sense of comradeship that goes beyond individuals thrown into circumstance together.

"Journey in the Dark" for the sheer excitement and wonder.

"The Mirror of Galadriel" for the odd mixture of magic, comfort, fear, and home sickness all in a single moment of clarity.

"Treebeard" because it weaves the old world and the new while providing a vehicle to give Merry and Pippen more story.

"Of Stewed Rabbit" for it's odd comfort in the midst of the bleakness surrounding. (I liked it enough that I ate rabbit

... once)

"The Battle of the Pellenor Fields" for the best battle.

"Mt. Doom" for the dramatic moment.

"Scouring of the Shire" for the revenge factor.

And all the rest as chapters in my favorite book.

Ms. Undomial · 11-13-2002, 01:28 PM

Favorite Chapter:
Battle of the Peleannor fields

Favorite moment:

"Begone foul dwittermailk lord of carrion. leave the dead in peace." A cold voice answered "come not between the Nazgul and his prey, or he will not slay thee in thy turn. he will bear thee away to the houses of lammantation,beyond all darkness, where thy flesh shall be devoured and thy shriveled mind be left naked to the lidless eye!" A sword rang as it was drawn."do what you will; but I will hinder it if I may." "Hinder me? Thou fool. No living man may hinder me!" Then Merry heard of all sounds in the hour the strangest. It seemed that Dernhelm laughed, and the clear voice was like the ring of steel. "But no living man am I! You look upon a woman. Eowyn I am, Eomund's daughter. You stand between me and my lord and kin. Begone, if you be not deathless! For living or dark undead, I will smite you, if you touch him"
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Blackboar · 11-15-2002, 05:34 PM

I think the bit where Sam thinks Frodo is dead at the end of the 2nd buk is really sad (boo hoo) then Sam carries on without him then the orcs get Frodo!
I think the bit in Mount Doom is good too when Frodo loses his finger and Gollum falls into fire.

08-16-2002, 08:21 AM	#41
Mithr@ndir Sapling Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: UK Posts: 9	one of my fav bits is the bit where the fox talks comments ont eh hobbits sleeping in the open in TFOTR quant __________________ What goes around comes around

08-16-2002, 08:16 PM	#43
Sanna Hobbit Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 20	Favorite parts I found the final casting of the ring (along with Gollum) into the heart of Mount Doom very uplifting; a great relief overswept me despite the fact that I knew it would eventually happen. I also loved it when the two hobbits awoke after their rescue by Gandolf, and Sam thought it was all a dream until he looked at Frodo. I was so happy they were alive, and that they had succeeded. The end of Return of the King was horrible and great for me at the same time. The picture in my mind was serene and beautiful, yet the fact that Frodo, Bilbo, and Gandolf were leaving forever tore at my heart. I did not want them to leave and I cried at their depature. It was like I was standing there on the shore with Pippin, Merry, and Sam, watching my friends sail away, wishing they could stay but knowing they could not. And then I read the afterward, about what happened after the departure of Gandolf and company. When I came to the spot that said the fellowship is broken, I felt like crying, even though it was just a single sentence along a time line of events. And I felt it again when I reached the part about Arragon's passing. It seems to me that one of Tolkien's greatest accomplishments, his creation of a world so real that it's hard to believe it is all a fantasy, is a bittersweet thing. It was such a beautifully written epic, and I became so drawn in to it that I was actually pained for it to all end. And even though I know that it was just a story, it still doesn't feel that way. Sanna

08-17-2002, 03:58 AM	#44
ThorinOakenshield Sapling Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Florida, U.S.A. Posts: 14	One of the most dramatic points in LotR for me, personally, would have to have been the discovery of the Book of Mazarbul in the Tomb of Balin, short-lived dwarven king of Moria. Also, the subsequent battle to hold the main door shut while not allowing themselves to become entirely shut in as was the mistake of the dwarves of Balin's company. The east door does Gandalf implore the companions to keep drawn, and through it they escape. The entries in the Book of Mazarbul itself, torn and battered, tell a terrible, melancholic tale of Balin's failed recolonization attempt, setting a mood that struck exceptionally powerful chordic emotions within me. Then again, all of Tolkien's writings seem to have a similar effect on my emotions. Lastly, anything of Dwarvish concern is right up my ally. Until next we meet again! ThorinOakenshield __________________ "Expect the unexpected....oh, and cave trolls have really bad breath."

08-18-2002, 01:18 AM	#45
Lanelf Elven Warrior Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: The Second Drawer Down Posts: 407	My favourite? Anything with Sam and Frodo in Mordor. Particularly Cirith Ungol and Shelob's lair. And after the Ring's destroyed with Gollum - though that "Nine-Fingered Frodo and the Ring of Power" (not precise quote) was just tasteless. I mean, the dude's lost his finger so you say, "Don't worry, soon they'll be telling stories of how you lost your finger and they'll say "Sick!" and "Eww!"' and I'm going on about this stuff again, sorry. If this post has severely annoyed anyone, well, just ignore me next time. __________________ Hey, I'm back! resounding silence You didn't even notice I was gone, did you? Well, I'm back now anyway. Artemis Fowl must find Mulch Diggums! You'll never shut down the real Napster

08-18-2002, 01:48 AM	#46
olsonm Elf Lord Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: minneapolis MN Posts: 920	My favorite part is their brief pause at Cerin Amroth. But it's only a favorite among favorites. __________________ Gandalf lives...oh and Frodo too. Haldir Lives!!!

08-16-2002, 04:38 PM	#42
*Tessar* Master and Wielder of the Cardboard Harp of Gondor Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: IM IN UR POSTZ, EDITIN' UR WURDZ Posts: 6,433	I think that "fox talking" but was kind of a "Hobbit" throw back. A bit silly if ya know what I mean I don't know... My dad warped the chapters so much when he read them I thought most of them were rather funny

08-18-2002, 03:06 AM	#47
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	Just stumbling through another of my favourites... Eowyn and Faramir in the houses of healing. I love how she slowly sheds her mantle of aloofness, and coolness towards him. __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

08-18-2002, 06:11 AM	#48
Sween im quite stupid Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Cockermouth Posts: 2,058	Merry and pippin at the gates of isengard had me in stiches. __________________ Yeah god hes ok but i would rather be judged by a sheep than that idiot

10-19-2002, 12:37 PM	#49
Linarryl Elven Warrior Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 160	My favorite chapter is 'The White Rider' from the two towers. I think it funny, I don't know why. GO LEGOLAS!

11-01-2002, 03:04 PM	#50
Keith K Elf Lord Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: charlotte, n.c. Posts: 1,081	My favorite scene occurs during the siege of Gondor. The Witchking has broken the gates and crossed the threshold. All have fled except for Gandalf and Shadowfax. Suddenly the wind changes, the dawn opens, and horns are heard wildly in the north. A truly awsome moment.

11-01-2002, 05:05 PM	#51
Treebeard's apprentice Elven Warrior Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Wherever I may roam Posts: 207	The Battle of Helm's Deep. It gives me such a thrill when the daylight breaks and the orcs find themselves between Helm's Deep, the White Rider, and a 'forest' that wasn't there the day before. The best part is when they decide to take their chances with the Ents and never come out again. HA! I can't wait to see that on the big screen. Well, I made it this far, so guess I could make it a few more months, but I'M SO EXCITED!

11-01-2002, 06:03 PM	#52
Coney The Buddy Rabbit Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Trapped in the headlights.. Posts: 3,372	Not really a favourite moment but I've always loved the paragraph where Bombadil holds up the Ring and peers through it at the Hobbits.............have always imagined Sauron as seeing Bombadils eye staring back at him could really ruin meglomaniac maiar's day that __________________ Blessed are the cracked, they let the light in Beatallica

11-02-2002, 01:30 PM	#53
Erawyn Elven Warrior Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: america junior Posts: 320	I agree with most of what everyone has already said, but i'll say it again! Eowyn vs. the Nazgul When Sam and Frodo get to the house he bought and Merry and Pippin are there, and make him take them along. When they meet the elves for the first time. When the hobbits hear the cries of the Nazgul when they are still in the Shire. I think it is written so well, very creepy and good I think my very favourite parts of the book are usually just little bits of dialogue. I love when Eomer threatens Gimli, and Legolas says something along the lines of "you would be dead before your stroke fell" and when Gimli stands up for Aragorn when the guard in Edoras tells him to lay down his weapons. I love the little moments in the book when you see the deep friendship between the members of the fellowship, and you know that they will defend each other to the death. I especially like the friendship between Legolas and Gimli, and the hobbits. It makes me wish i was in the fellowship. I guess that sounds crazy... __________________ peace never hurt anyone "Be not so bigoted to any custom as to worship it at the expense of Truth." Johann Georg von Zimmermann

11-02-2002, 07:15 PM	#54
mirial Enting Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: only in your dreams...or nightmares :) Posts: 93	I liked the actual DYING of Gollum, I mean, I like that entire chapter (can't remember the name) because it really makes you cross your fingers for the characters and feel their pain. __________________ Suogan (Or See-o-gon) Translation. (some of it) Sleep, my baby, on my bosom, Warm and cozy, it will prove, Round thee mother’s arms are folding, In her heart a mother’s love. There shall no one come to harm thee, Naught shall ever break thy rest; Sleep, my darling babe, in quiet, Sleep on mother’s gentle breast. Sleep serenely, baby, slumber, Lovely baby, gently sleep; Tell me wherefore art thou smiling, Smiling sweetly in thy sleep? Do the angels smile in heaven When thy happy smile they see? Dost thou on them smile while slumb’ring On my bosom peacefully.

11-08-2002, 01:39 PM	#55
Elrénia Sapling Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Durham Posts: 5	I liked Lothlorien because there is more of the elven language in that chapter. __________________ Elrénia

11-08-2002, 03:27 PM	#56
TolkienGurl Hobbit Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: in the toaster Posts: 17	The Fellowship of the Ring: My favorite chapter is A Journey in the Dark. I really like Moria, and learning about its history. There are so many "nameless" creatures that have never seen day, and chambers underwater that have not been explored since it was inhabited during its prime. Spooky! My favorite part in the chapter is the encounter with the Balrog. The Two Towers: My favorite chapter is Treebeard. I really like the Ents. They are so interesting! My favorite part is when the Ents are marching to Isengard. The Return of the King: My favorite chapter is the Siege of Gondor. My favorite part is when the Lord of Morgul confronts Gandalf. Last edited by TolkienGurl : 11-08-2002 at 03:29 PM.*

11-12-2002, 12:04 AM	#57
Cirdan Elf Lord of the Grey Havens Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: somewhere else Posts: 2,381	"a Conspiracy Unmasked" for the sense of comradeship that goes beyond individuals thrown into circumstance together. "Journey in the Dark" for the sheer excitement and wonder. "The Mirror of Galadriel" for the odd mixture of magic, comfort, fear, and home sickness all in a single moment of clarity. "Treebeard" because it weaves the old world and the new while providing a vehicle to give Merry and Pippen more story. "Of Stewed Rabbit" for it's odd comfort in the midst of the bleakness surrounding. (I liked it enough that I ate rabbit... once) "The Battle of the Pellenor Fields" for the best battle. "Mt. Doom" for the dramatic moment. "Scouring of the Shire" for the revenge factor. And all the rest as chapters in my favorite book. __________________ There exists a limit to the force even ther most powerful may apply without destroying themselves. Judging this limit is the true artistry of government. Misuse of power is the fatal sin. The law cannot be a tool of vengance, never a hostage, nor a fortification against the martyrs it has created. You cannot threaten any individual and escape the consequences. -Muad'dib on Law The Stilgar Commentary

11-13-2002, 01:28 PM	#58
Ms. Undomial Custous Sanctus Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: In your subconsicious.... Posts: 1,184	Favorite Chapter: Battle of the Peleannor fields Favorite moment: "Begone foul dwittermailk lord of carrion. leave the dead in peace." A cold voice answered "come not between the Nazgul and his prey, or he will not slay thee in thy turn. he will bear thee away to the houses of lammantation,beyond all darkness, where thy flesh shall be devoured and thy shriveled mind be left naked to the lidless eye!" A sword rang as it was drawn."do what you will; but I will hinder it if I may." "Hinder me? Thou fool. No living man may hinder me!" Then Merry heard of all sounds in the hour the strangest. It seemed that Dernhelm laughed, and the clear voice was like the ring of steel. "But no living man am I! You look upon a woman. Eowyn I am, Eomund's daughter. You stand between me and my lord and kin. Begone, if you be not deathless! For living or dark undead, I will smite you, if you touch him" My signature! __________________ I must not fear. Fear is the mind killer. Fear is the little death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain. - Dune

11-15-2002, 05:34 PM	#59
Blackboar Legolas's beloved sister and Queen of the Wood Elves of Mirkwood Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Under the hill at Bag-end, Hobbiton the Shire Or Rivendell,I can't remember!!!!!!!!!! Posts: 1,086	I think the bit where Sam thinks Frodo is dead at the end of the 2nd buk is really sad (boo hoo) then Sam carries on without him then the orcs get Frodo! I think the bit in Mount Doom is good too when Frodo loses his finger and Gollum falls into fire.

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