The Question of Succession by elennalore

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Fanwork Notes

Written for the Monthly Challenge Kings & Queens.

Glossary of some Quenya names:

Arafinwë = Finarfin

Nolofinwë = Fingolfin

Artanis = Galadriel

Fanwork Information

Summary:

After hearing the Doom of Mandos, Arafinwë returns to Valinor where the remaining Noldor need a new ruler. It appears that the Valar have already made their choice.

Major Characters: Finarfin, Findis, Eärwen, Eönwë

Major Relationships: Eärwen/Finarfin, Eönwë/Finarfin, Finarfin & Findis

Genre: Drama, Hurt/Comfort

Challenges: Kings & Queens

Rating: Teens

Warnings: In-Universe Sexism/Misogyny
Chapters: 1 Word Count: 2, 795
Posted on 30 August 2024 Updated on 30 August 2024

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The Question of Succession

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This is not a succession I have given much thought before, but you made it very interesting! I sometimes complain about Noldorin male chauvinism, but choosing Finarfin due to his connection to the Teleri and the need to repair the relationship there is a more tolerable rationale for his kingship. Still, he is fortunate that Findis is so gracious about it. I love when he has his "aha" moment comparing Findis' response to Artanis' decision to leave. I also really liked "another case of trying to interpret Eru’s obscure thoughts. I’m sure that the Music wasn’t meant to go into this much detail". Lol. I agree.