The Eyes and Ears of Melkor by Chilled in Hithlum

I think this is the first story based on CoH that I've ever seen, which is a little sad when you think about it. You do a good job with the archaic feel in the piece and Melkor is a most villainous villain! :)

I'm surprised that this hasn't got many reviews. This is a wonderful piece of work! Your style is very similar to Tolkien's himself, which is something that always catches my attention. I love how you portrayed Hurin's defiance earlier on, and the interactions between Morgoth and his servants. I found it very interesting that Morgoth actually enjoyed instructing Hurin, because it shows that it was in his nature to want to teach others, even though now he has become twisted with evil. I have nothing but the highest praise for this and it's definitely going on my favourites! :)

This has been on my 'to read' list for a wee bit.  The title and summary intrigued me and the opening chapter did not disappoint.  The imagery is rather epic, particularly Melkor ascending the mountain with the chair and Húrin in hand.  There were a lot of enjoyable details about Melkor's thought process and his interactions with his foes and--I use the term as loosely as possible--friends.
I'm hoping to be able to read more of this over the holidays.  Compelling concept!
-Huin

Yes, I do continue to find this story enjoyable.  Re: your response to my Ch 1 review--Melkor is indeed of an angrier and less subtle sort than I sometimes see him portrayed, especially in the first chapter, but it did seem he had good enough reason to be pissed off.  And he becomes more complex as we learn about his schemes in the ensuing chapters.

I quite liked this chapter in particular.  I'm not sure I've seen a story before that actually has Melkor interacting with one of the dragons.  Their dynamic is very interesting.  I want my own dragon pal who gives me advice and consolation when I'm glum... *trying to hug Glaurung*