Silver Tree: Portrait of an Elf Lord
Well, I think it's about time that the much misprized Celeborn of Lorien had a page to himself. To that end I've drawn together links to all the good Celeborn stories I could find. After this, I defy anyone to think of him again as just 'Mr.Galadriel'.
These are in chronological order, so they may be read as a biography, of sorts :)
Updated 9th Oct 2005: Big Update! Two new chapters of Deific Flame, and three new stories by Laura.
MEFA First Place for Author in the Elves category, 2004.
Award acceptance speech.,A list of Awards my stories have won; with prize banners. Celeborn
Prince of Doriath, Lord of Lorien and later Rivendell. Though all the High Elves have departed from Middle Earth, he may possibly still remain in this world, since no record is known of his leaving.
Elf Portraits. Pictures of the Elf Lords
Stories by Marnie.
Ernil i Duremmen, A meeting among the tangled shadows of the First Age.
German translation by Stephanie Dorer:Ernil i Duremmen-Deutsch
The Lure of Taur-na-Rhun, Contrary as ever, Celeborn feels the call of the East.
Oak and Willow
Despite their cultures' grievances with each other, a Sinda prince and a Noldo princess meet and fall in love.
German translation by Stephanie Dorer:Eiche und Weide
Those who Loved Tinuviel Thingol and Daeron reflect on the arrival of Men in their world.
Poison Eol broods on the poison of the Noldor.
Handmaiden of Lorien Melian muses on her husband, and wonders if he will ever forgive her.
Between Two Worlds, Young Ereinion Gil-galad faces a childhood in wartime exile, with some help from a couple of Sindar, accounted among the Wise in Middle-earth
Moving Apart, A Sindar perspective on Second Age politics. Celeborn, Oropher and Amdir find their policies and loyalties driving them apart.
The Wisdom of Isildur, After Gil-galad's death, Elrond asks for Celeborn's support in his bid to become High King of both Noldor and Sindar.
A Leaf on the Stream, Little Elladan and Elrohir learn some history from their Grandfather, resulting in burnt fingers and little appetite for lunch.
Dancing in the Darkness, Follows on from 'A Leaf...' The Twins learn the story of the Silvan Elves, and turn into fishes for a couple of hours.
The Small Concerns of Peace, A vignette of daily life in Imladris, inspired by comments about sexism in elvish society.
Just In Case, Galadriel's temptation by the Ring is well known, but what of Celeborn? What was he doing, while Frodo sheltered in Lorien?
Battle of the Golden Wood
The Appendicies of LotR make note of the battle between Dol Guldur and Lorien. This is the full tale.
Those Who Remain, What can a great Elf-Lord and a Hobbit gardener have in common?
German translation by Cuthalion: 'Von denen, die zurückbleiben'
Falling Out of Love, Legolas and Celeborn discuss Sea-Longing, or the lack of it.
The Colour of Ice, A poem by Galadriel
Magnetic Force, Imladris always was a hidden valley, so how can we be sure it doesn't still exist? .
German translation by Stephanie Dorer:Anziehungskraft
Seeds of Old Trees, Suppose Celeborn did eventually go to Valinor, would Galadriel really be meekly waiting for him on the quayside?
All Hallows' Day, A tale of adventure on the high seas, invisible presences on a Royal Navy Frigate, and the final entrance into Mandos' Halls of one very lonely elven fëa.
Stories and writings in response to on-list Challenges
An Interview For the 'flufflings' list; describe your favourite character as a child.
Childhood Ends, For the 'Henneth Annun' Crossover Challenge:
Eldarion, King of Gondor, contemplates his hybrid line and what it means for Gondor.
The Mantle of Power, For the 'C-O-D-E' list. Featured Elf of the Month; Glorfindel.
As Rivendell decays, Glorfindel faces an unexpected invasion.
A Family Trait For the 'C-O-D-E' list. Featured Elf of the Month; Celebrian.
Elladan and Elrohir make a disturbing career choice.
Rather read my stories in Chinese? Celia has very kindly begun translating them. Ernil i Duremmen is finished, and the others will be available soon If you're interested, contact Celia on s.wang7@ugrad.unimelb.edu.au
Recommended Stories
Serious
Marred Stars, by Bejai Elmo makes his decision to give up his dreams of Valinor, stay in Middle-earth and search for his lost brother; Elwë, King of the Teleri.
Tadpoles, by Adn_Heming Young Green-elven Oropher has a hard time accepting that he has to live in Doriath now. Tadpoles help, a little.
Trumpet of the Swan, by Jocelyn In the Unfinished Tales Tolkien proposes an alternate history for Celeborn, in which he is a Teleri of Aman. This is a great story based on that background.
The Treadmill, by Trilobyte Fed up with the politicing of Aman, young Galadriel, Celeborn and Celebrimbor concoct a secret plan to escape from Valinor together.
A Father's Wish, by WatcherChild A brief recounting of the life of Galadriel, daughter of Finarfin.
Silver and Gold, by Oboe-Wan Galadriel and Celeborn meet for the first time.
I Am Two Fools, by Sphinx In Doriath two resolutely unromantic elves fall in love. Not so much fluff as silk :)
The Courtship of Celeborn and Galadriel, by Lothie What it says :)
When First we Parted, by Laura L A different take on the same subject.
Horses and Hounds, by Laura L What do Galadriel's brothers think of this Dark Elf joining the family?
Historical Background: Lake Evendim and the Evendim Hills, by Morwen Tindomerel One possible account of the founding of the elven Kingdom of Nenuial
Anessë, by Sphinx Dior comes to Menegroth to claim the throne of Elu Thingol.
That which Shines West, by Le-Chat-Noir A tale of how Elwing, and the Silmaril of Earendil, were rescued from the sack of Doriath.
Celeborn, by Laura Celeborn turns down the High Kingship of the Noldor when young Ereinion offers it to him.
Of Entwives and Sundering Seas, by Bejai Fangorn speaks with Galadriel and Celeborn on love and loss.
Dancing, by Kazaera Celeborn meets Elrond for the first time and finds out something he didn't know about his friend Luthien.
Truffles, by Dragon Some father-daughter bonding between Celeborn and little Celebrian, involving chocolate. Sweet in lots of ways :)
Celebrian, Sell i Nos Galadhad, by Redheredh The everyday intrigues around a little princess in a big city.
Bread of the Mirdain, by Tyellas Celeborn gets to meet Annatar (Sauron in fair form). Less of a story, really, than a guide to elvish food.
Caution, this is a link to an 18 rated site
The Simple Way, by Sphinx Celebrimbor attempts a Kinslaying of his own when he makes a move on Galadriel.
Deific Flame, by Bejai A tale of Annatar, the Balrog, Amroth, son of Celeborn and Galadriel, and the mistakes of the Valar.
No Love Lost or Given, by Vikki Celebrimbor attempts to explain why he's given Galadriel a Ring of Power.
Fire and Light, by Oboe-Wan Celebrimbor's attempts to change the world result in ruin.
Such a Time as This, by Levade After the fall of Eregion Glorfindel and Celeborn contemplate failure.
Dies Natalis Invicti Solis, by Lasse-Lanta A warrior in the service of Celeborn at the Last Alliance, reflects on the longing for home; and the reasons for separations and war on the eve of Yule.
Envinyanta, by Zimraphel Glorfindel comes to terms with being the only member of the House of the Golden Flower remaining in Middle Earth.
Fight the Dusk, Spite the Dawn, by Moonlighter Celebrian and Elrond's courtship causes some dissention between her parents.
Le Fils Qui a Perdu, by Nickel S Galadriel says a sad farewell to a certain Lord of Lorien
Fields of Ashes, by Cristina A melancholy look at the relationship between Celebrian and Celeborn.
History Lessons, by Nilmandra Elladan and Elrohir learn their history. This is the story that inspired me to write 'A leaf on a stream'.
Chapter 1-3 Chapter 4-6 Chapter 7-9 Chapter 10-13 Chapter 14-16 Chapter 17-19 Chapter 20-22 Chapter 23-End
Elrond's Boys, by Dragon It's not easy, being twins, you know.
History Lessons, The Second Age, by Nilmandra Little Arwen learns the history of the Second Age from those who lived through it.
Chapter 1-3 Chapter 4-6 Chapter 7-10 Chapter 11-13 Chapter 14-16 Chapter 17-19 Chapter 20-23 Chapter 24-?
Atonement, by Sophia Silfaery Celeborn's first meeting with Gandalf does not go exactly smoothly.
The West Gate of... Moria?, by Redheredh Why exactly did the dwarves write 'Moria' - the Black Pit - on the famous doors of their greatest kingdom a full Age of the world before it actually became one?
Sapphire Aurae, by Bejai Celebrian finds out what it's like being married to a Ringbearer when Elrond is attacked by Sauron.
Dark Leaf, by Jasta young Legolas is being held captive in Dol Guldur. Eventually his kinsmen decide enough is enough...
Wisdom Long Obscured, by Sphinx After the death of Gandalf and his parting with Arwen, Aragorn seeks council in Lothlorien.
Galadriel is Wakeful, by Vision Tempted by the Ring, Galadriel cannot sleep.
All Shall Love Me, and Despair, by DragonConfused Galadriel faces her greatest test.
Celeborn's Gift, by Karri Ever wondered why Legolas never seems to run out of arrows in the movie?
The Weeping Wraith, by Katherine the Great An AU in which Legolas is captured by Saruman, and Gimli returns to the Golden Wood to join the elves who intend to rescue him.
Foresight, by Sophia Silfaery Haldir asks for permission to die. (Movie-verse)
Without Taint or Stain, by Sophia Silfaery Galadriel contemplates her sleeping husband.
Not Lightly Do the Leaves of Lorien Fall, by Sepdet We know the elves of Lorien didn't go to Helm's Deep, but what would it really have been like if they had?
Coming Home, by French Pony After the War, Thranduil must keep his people from starvation and himself from despair, though the forest is burned and there is no news of his son.
A Silence Covered in Stone, by Zimraphel Celeborn and Thranduil uncover the gruesome secrets of Dol Guldur.
Captain, my Captain. By Isabeau of Greenlea The story of Hethlin, Ranger of Ithilien, and her dealings with the Lords of Middle Earth, both Mortal and Eldar.
Carry You Home, by Freelancer A Songfic based on the movie's 'Into the West'. Will have you sobbing at the monitor :)
Partings, by Bodkin The Grey Ship of the Ringbearers departs, completing many painful partings.
Galadriel, by Laura Galadriel realizes that Celeborn does not hear the sea, and makes her decision to leave him behind.
Gimli, by Laura A sort of reconciliation between Celeborn and Gimli. Farewell, by Fan81981 What they said to each other at the Grey Havens, before Galadriel left.
That Which Remains, by Ëarmírë Life goes on for those left behind as they deal with the departure of the Ringbearers.
Fear No Darkness, by Thundera Tiger Not all evils are defeated by the Fourth Age, and some of them are looking on the Fellowship with thoughts of revenge.
Rose Riddle, by Stultiloquentia Merry often visited Rivendell in the Fourth Age, while Celeborn dwelt there. There he learned much of the past that later he wrote in the Red Book of Westmarch, but did they also plan for the future together?
A Quiet Love, by Erin's Daughter When Arwen fell, in faded Lorien, were there truly none of her family there to comfort her?
The Queen's Orc, by JoDancingTree Can redemption come even to orcs? Frodo thought so, but can the Men of Gondor, and the Elves accept it?
Memory Eternal, by Sophia Silfaery After her mother's death, Celeborn and his great granddaughter Nimloth discuss the Dooms of Men and Elves.
A Tale of Valinor, by Dragon-of-the-North If Valinor is so wonderful, how is it that Glorfindel left there twice? Erestor explains.
The Singer's Gift, by Treehugger Daeron pauses on his lonely flight into the East to give a human child a gift.
Renewal, by Bodkin It finally becomes clear to Thranduil and Celeborn that it's time to go West.
Descent into Eternity, by Sphinx Celeborn arrives in Aman tardily and very unsure of his welcome.
Eloquent Remembrance, by Sphinx 'Let the fittest survive!' King Finarfin gets to know his son-in-law.
Who Heals the Healer? by Laura L Finally arriving in Valinor, the elves of Lorien hope they have escaped grief, but tragedy awaits.
Take Your Place, by Coriel Thranduil arrives in Aman and gets several pleasant surprises.
Unblinded, by Vikki What if the Shadow returned in the Modern World? Would the elves continue to fight the Long Defeat?
Silver Dawn, Silver Dusk, by Erin's Daughter Elves on motorbikes? What more needs to be said? ;)
Earth's Daughter, by Aramel A fic inspired by Tolkien's Poem 'The Last Ship'.
Weariness, by Sophia Silfaery Celeborn and Maglor set some old grudges to rest.
The Journey, by Sophia Silfaery Celeborn and Maglor arrive in Valinor together.
The Long Defeat, by Perelleth When the last Oak dies, Celeborn has to face defeat.
* Bodkin's Valinor Series. *
Letters From Home, Some unlikely messengers bring letters from Middle earth to Galadriel in Valinor. Healing, Interlude, Having arrived in Valinor, Celeborn and Galadriel wonder what to do next. Heart's Ease, Celeborn and Galadriel catch up with Celebrian and Elrond. Far Horizons, The elves of Middle-earth carve out a piece of Valinor for themselves. ***
Some Sort of Reality, by Sphinx When you are the last elves left in Middle-earth, even old enemies may come together to reminisce, for old times sake.
Perpetuo, by Neige Glorfindel and Celeborn waste some time, still not ready to go West.
Check out 'A Friday' and 'Passing Tide' for the rest of this series.
The End of Days, by Bejai Alone under a sunrise near the end of time, Galadriel waits for her fate.
Funny
'L' is for Love, by Tehta Why Daeron really invented writing.
Monty Python Fellowship of the Ring, by Hstaphath Just what it says. It's hilarious!
Official Fanfiction University of Middle Earth, by Camilla Sandman Someone has to teach the fangirls the principles of Naturally Nine.
The Most Interesting Adventures of Maeluiwen, by Jen Littlebottom A Mary Sue of a slightly different type terrorises Middle Earth.
Once in Royal Imladris' City, by Orophin's Dottir Christmas Spirit gets way out of hand in Rivendell.
The Revenge of the Woodelf, by Orophin's Dottir The 'Common Woodelf' does not take kindly to members of its species being dissected in the interests of science.
A Camping Trip An old joke revisited in Aman.
Lembas and Jam, by Deleterius and Ciara_Belle LotR meets Dr Seuss' 'Green eggs and Ham'.
Lord Celeborn Kicks Butt, with Style, by Katherine the Great. Fed up of Mary Sues who claim to be 'Galadriel's *other* daughter'? So is Celeborn!
Awful MarySue: The Unsold Tales, by Tolkanonms The Mary Sue to End all Mary Sues. Features Menetholwen, who should certainly be sent to the Wall of Mangos immediately.
Some interesting articles.
Celeborn and Galadriel
A Wandering History, by Bejai One account of Celeborn and Galadriel's history which attempts to make a coherant story out of all Tolkien's notes.
Celeborn - Deep Thinker or Figurehead? The debate which 'That tall fellow' was written to answer.
Celeborn Unplugged, by Michael Martinez What is Galadriel doing with such a loser? Michael explains :)
That Tall Fellow next to Galadriel A short essay on why Celeborn is such a neglected character, by Marnie.
„Der lange Bursche da neben Galadriel" 'That Tall Fellow' translated into German by Stephanie Dorer.
Prince Valium? A book-based character study of Celeborn. Ties in with 'That Tall Fellow'.
Men in Lorien, Who Escapes Her Nets?, by Sepdet Was Lorien really as isolated as it seemed?
Of the History of Belfalas and the Influence of Galadriel and Celeborn, by Bejai Was there nothing in Middle-earth these two weren't involved in?! An essay that sheds light on some of C+G's missing years, and their influence on the founding of Gondor.
The Very Ideal of a Husband. A Christian interpretation of C + G's marriage. Movie canon, but rather interesting.
Other important Sindar
Legolas of Mirkwood, Prince among equals, by Ellen Brundige Why is Legolas so keen to disassociate himself from his Sindar heritage?
A Case of Mistaken Identity, by Coriel Celeborn is not the only one to get a bad deal in fandom. This is the case against 'Evil!Thranduil'
All in the Family, by Michael Martinez An exploration of Sindarin geneologies.
Elves in general
"Moriquendi: The Gendered Other in Tolkien fan fiction." by adn_heming An interesting explanation for the prevalence of Maiden-in-Distress!Legolas, Good-little-wife!Celeborn, and Hysteric!Thranduil in fan fiction.
A Canon Misfired, by Erunyauvë A fabulous essay that debunks many fanon concepts about elves by - gasp - looking at what Tolkien actually said.
'The Eldar Hair Color Genome, Or Hair Color Genetics for Tolkien’s Elves,' By Laura Luchau
Puritanical Elves and Morgoth's Ring, by AC An interesting interpretation of the canon as regards Elves and Marriage.
What Tolkien Officially Said About Elf Sex, by Tyellas As it says :)
Caution, this is a link to an 18 rated site
Why & How NOT To Write A Middle-earth Romance, By Philosopher at Large How to avoid some terrible 'romantic' cliche's, and be true to Tolkien at the same time.
Other Tolkien-related stuff
A Dog's Dinner, by Philosopher-at-Large Some spot on criticism of the movies. If there is something I disagree with here, I haven't found it yet.
The True Elves of Europe An essay which shows that Tolkien's Quendi are based firmly on the 'genuine' elves of history and folklore.
The Lord of the Rings: A Source-Criticism Analysis, by Mark Shea The astonishing truth about the dynastic struggle between Gondor and Rohan which lies behind the heavily mythologised tale of the so called Fellowship. Guess Who's Coming to the Disaster, by Michael Martinez An interesting study of the power of love in Middle-earth.
Other Non-Tolkien related stuff
The Advantages of Fan Fiction As an Art Form, By Jane Mortimer The best essay I've ever read about Fan Fiction, and why it isn't necessarily a second-best to Original Fic.
A Christian Perspective on Slash Fiction, by Marnie Which is wrong - slash, or the oppression of gay people?
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