Shadows of Us by Artano

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Fanwork Notes

This AU explores the question of what might have motivated Mîm to attempt to assassinate Finrod (mentioned in NoMe), and the fallout resulting from it within the context of a traumatized Finrod. And to spice things up, I added Mîm's original power in laying curses (mentioned in HoMe). This fic, especially the ending, is inspired by the song "Can't Catch Me Now" ; )

Glossary:
- Nulukkizdîn is another name for Nargothrond
- Felagund is another name for Finrod

Fanwork Information

Summary:

Finrod is truamatized from the sudden responsibility thrust upon him and from crossing the Helcaraxë. When he receives a message stating the Petty-dwarves of Nargothrond plan to murder his people, he exiles them. Mîm decides to assassinate Finrod to stop him. What could go wrong?

Major Characters: Finrod Felagund, Mîm, Original Character(s)

Major Relationships: Finrod & Mîm

Genre: Alternate Universe, General, Suspense

Challenges: Jubilee, Song of Exile

Rating: Teens

Warnings: Character Death, Violence (Moderate)

Chapters: 1 Word Count: 3, 981
Posted on 15 February 2025 Updated on 16 April 2025

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The title comes from the lyrics of the song


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