Shadows Laid Before the Sun by Idrils Scribe
Fanwork Notes
Content warning: this is a horror story, and a dark one at that. Our First Age Fëanorians are thoroughly doomed, which doesn't make for a particularly warm and cheerful family mood even before the monsters turn up. Proceed with caution (or not at all) if this sort of thing might trigger or upset you.
Dawn, I know you like visiting the grim and macabre parts of Middle-earth, so I didn't hold back in the slightest. Thank you for all of your help with my stories through the years. I had a ton of fun writing this pitch-black tale, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you. Have a great spooky season!
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Summary:
When Caranthir picks one fight too many with their Arafinwëan cousins, Maedhros drags him east before he single-handedly shatters the Leaguer of Angband.
On their way to Himring the feuding brothers must cross Nan Dungortheb. Not even the mighty Sons of Fëanor will emerge unscathed from the Valley of Dreadful Death.STORY COMPLETE. Chapter 8: “We cannot kill it, can we?” Carnistir asked, and looked aside to see the scarred lines of Maitimo’s face harden.
A Halloween gift for Dawn Felagund. Many thanks to Anoriath and Grundy for the beta, and to Lyra for her Quenya translation skills!
Major Characters: Caranthir, Maedhros
Major Relationships: Caranthir & Maedhros
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Rating: Teens
Warnings: Check Notes for Warnings, Violence (Moderate)
Chapters: 8 Word Count: 10, 127 Posted on 24 October 2022 Updated on 2 November 2022 This fanwork is complete.
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