Anyone like "Bilbo in Beleriand"? (OOC)

[Nóm]

A light-hearted RP that is a series of Bilbo's heroic dreams that take place in Beleriand. RPG here (http://www.thetolkienforum.com/showthread.php?p=444758#post444758).

I envision exactly how I would like for this to go, and I seek major players who share the same vision.

To help further demonstrate what this vision is, I will give an example of the sort of thing that can and just might happen in the tales: Bilbo in the place of Voronwe journeys with Tuor to Gondolin. Perhaps not as a guide, maybe only as a companion who also seeks the hidden city. Perhaps Bilbo even comes upon a magic ring, and with this, or by some other means, helps to win victory for Gondolin when Morgoth attacks.

Note a couple of things here. 1) Major changes from actual Middle-earth history are allowed. 2) Elements from Bilbo's actual life mingle in to these heroic and fanciful dreams.

Any who this appeals to, or any who want more information can post here for general discussion about the RP, but please PM if it is regarding the roles or plot twist ideas.

I will play the role of Bilbo intially, but for anyone else who is interested and involved in this RP, you can have a chance to play him at a later point (this is a series of tales, and he need not be played by one person in them all). I will play him first simply because it is the role with the most control over the game, and the first tale is the best place for me to set an example and establish (though not without the input of other players) the exact nature of these tales.


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Roles
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Roles to be filled:

Villian, most likely Goblin(s), PM if interested.





Roles have been filled :

Edrahir -----FILLED by ithrynluin

Finrod Felagund, a tiny role, requiring just a handful of posts. -----FILLED by Alatar

Rasgalen -----FILLED by Turgon

Mystery character, big role. PM for details. -----FILLED by YayGollum

Gelmir & Gwindor -----FILLED by Maggot & Finduilas




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Roles will become available throughout the game. Characters of all types will be welcome at some point in time. This section of this post will be kept updated to the end.

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[Alatar]

Soonds like fun PM the details and i'd love to give it a go! :o

[Ithrynluin]

Cool concept.

As far as the provided characters are concerned, I'm interested in playing Finrod and/or the companion of Bilbo, though I wouldn't be opposed to play any roles that need filling in.

[Nóm]

Thanks for the interest guys!

I have sent a PM to Alatar with the basic plot for the first tale.

If the two of you are willing, we can begin as soon as you know which roles you want. :D

This role that I called mistery role will also be a companion of Bilbo. I will PM ithrynluin with some details.

[Ithrynluin]

Like I said, I am interested in playing whatever role(s) are available, since I find the premise engaging and am excited about where the story may take us. :)

[Nóm]

At the other site where I posted a thread like this one I have two players interested in the tiny roles of Felagund and Additional Elf.

What I am presently trying to establish is if by chance all interested in this RPG happen to be registered at either this site or that.

I tend to doubt that all four are, so hopefully there will be enough interest for each site to have its own version of this RPG.

The other forum is called Entmoot. I don't guess both of you are members there?

[Alatar]

I am not a member at entmoot though we may get enough respnce to have one on this site.
I'll be happy being anyone preferable Finrod though.

[Ithrynluin]

Well, you know I'm a member of Entmoot, Nom...Musta forgotten.

Despite that, I'd prefer to do the RPG here, since I really don't participate at Entmoot often, and this place feels much more homely.

[Nóm]

I remember, O Silver-Light.

:D

Well then since Alatar would like Finrod, how about ithrynluin playing the companion Bilbo fisrt sets off with? I would like if you played the mystery character, but he/she comes in later and it would mean we can't get started as soon.

I have invited a friend to play Additional Elf, so if he agrees to, or if someone else comes forward to take this small but interesting role, then we will begin. For now, I am confident enough in the interest of you two, to go ahead and start the actual RP thread. :D

And ithryn, if you want the elven companion, we'l go over some details of your history especially with Bilbo (if any is there, and I think it best that we at least be aquanted on good terms. In this way we can just mention past history throughout our play together, and deepen the RPG.

I would like for Addition Elf to be the first one to post after I post the opening, and after that you two can jump in as seems good.

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[Ithrynluin]

Okay, I'll settle for being Bilbo's companion for now, and perhaps later also grabbing the role of the mystery character, if someone else doesn't first.

I assume this elf will be appointed as Bilbo's companion by Finrod. What history could Bilbo and the elf possibly have? Perhaps an elf of Rivendell, or someone Bilbo would have met during his walks in the Shire?

[Alatar]

When will it be set?
I assume it will be set during the long peace but when before or after Men pass over the blue mountains?

[Nóm]

My internet connection here at home has been horrible, and so I haven't been able to get online much. This may continue for a few more days before the phone company comes and fixes it.

I just now read the post the Turgon. I like that Turgon... couldn't have asked for more. Rasgalen's distaste for hobbit food was an excellent touch :D. I will compose a reply now and post it when I get online next. You other two, jump right in!

This is set just after the elves move in to Nargothrond. I do not know the exact date though without looking it up, but it is some time before Men show up.

Finrod will send a letter or message offering service to Cirdan... to help fortify the havens... or any of that stuff the Noldor end up doing with the Falathrim, even helping build ships. Bilbo might not even know the purpose, all he might know is that he is delivering a letter? However it works out.

Umm... hey Ivan you could be Gildor Inglorion hehehe. But on second thought, no need to know Bilbo... its up to you now.

In fact Finrod may not necessarily send Bilbo, he may send a couple elves, but something comes up and Bilbo insists on going in place of one of the elves. Perhpas he just insists to Finrod, out of need to prove himself. How exactly it works out doesn't matter I guess... we'll just play and see what happens.

[Alatar]

I have posted fingon writing a letter to Cirdan and I think its time for bilbo or the compainion to post so we can set up the quest.

[Maggot]

Hi Nom I wouldn't mind playing any part. If there isn't a space can you still PM me so that I know I can't be in it it's looking cool so far nice concept what with it being set in the first age and everything.

[Nóm]

Cool post Alatar, we should be able to set things up soon. I'm not sure what you have in mind for Gelmir and his brother, is it a role that could be played by Maggot, or are you going to play their small roles yourself?

It's all the same to me, but that seems that seems the best option for Maggot at this moment. If by Maggot, just let him/her know anything you had in mind please.

Maggot, we'll get something for you before long if not Gelmir and Gwindor. Let me know if you are interested in any specific type of character, and what size and how long term a role you want.

[Maggot]

Cheers Nom I wouldn't mind Gwindor as he's really cool and has got a wicked name. Gelmir wouldn't be bad either but I ain't fussy. I could have a pretty big part as long as it isn't a huge part. So far I think the story has been damn good I like Alatar's concept very much and Rasgalen's dislike of hobbit food is a nice touch by Turgon. Also, Nom your description of the food was mouth-watering I congratulate the team on a very goood story so far.

[Alatar]

I didn't think to much about Gelmir and Gwindor but anyone who wants those parts can take them.

[Nóm]

Thank you Maggot, I appreciate that. It is great to know the RP is being enjoyed by someone who has not posted in it yet.

All of the original large roles are taken, but there will be chances to play smaller ones throughout, and maybe add a larger role later on.

I'll let everyone know now that any tiny elf roles that pop up in the beginning, Rasgalen, Gelmir and so on, will have the chance to be played again later in the tale. How large these roles will be later in the game can vary depending on what players want.

[Ithrynluin]

Maggot, I made a post, introducing my character to the fray. I left off when my character opens the door to Gelmir and Gwindor. Feel free to continue the story with either/both of those characters.

[Nóm]

Perhaps now Finrod and Rasgalen end up speaking in Bilbo's presence, and Finrod mentions how he is sending messengers. Bilbo can then express his interest in being one of them, and Finrod agree to it, and tell Bilbo when to leave and where to find his companion or that his companion will summon him... whatever the details are going to be.

If you would like Gelmir and Gwindor can meet up with Finrod after they speak with Edrahir, and then learn that the hungry little guest will be a messenger, and inform Finrod who is to be the other one.

That is just a suggestion, you can work it out however you like but I do think this is a moment that requires some organizing between players.

And nice post ithrynluin, I couldn't expect more from any of you. Well done everyone.

[Maggot]

Cheers Ithrynluin for the chance nice post by the way very good indeed. Nom is Ith's idea alright that I could post as Gelmir and Gwindor delivering the message to Ithryluin's character i've already thought some stuff up in my head and I think it's alright. I just wanted to clear it with you to see if it's alright for me to post as Gelmir and Gwindor.

[Nóm]

Yes that would be nice. I just had to make sure it was okay with Alatar, which it is. :D

[Maggot]

Cheers Nom i'll get to it right away. By the way what is the font and what is the size you use? Cheers i'll start drafting on some paper.

[Nóm]

My font is Garamond, the size is 3. (Though it was orginally Tempus Sans ITC size 4)

[Maggot]

I've posted my part and it's finished with Gelmir and Gwindor leaving the quarters of Edrahir and Edrahir basically saying leave the matter to me I will speek with the king soon. I wonder who should post next?

[Nóm]

Really creative post Maggot. Edrahir's chamber being near the library made me laugh. :D

I wonder who should post next?

I guess it could be ithrynluin or Turgon. I can't really have Bilbo do anything until Rasgalen replies. Alatar might be able to post next, depending on what he plans to do next I guess.

[Alatar]

I will post now i will have finrod going into Bilbos chambers to inform Rasgalen about his letter as Rasgalen is a high member of his household and deep in his consul.
I will wait a few hours to post so if anyone has any ideas they can say them.

[Nóm]

Okay sounds good. But if you want Finrod to reach Bilbo in your next post you might wait for Turgon because I think he wants Rasgalen to be Finrod's butler. Also Rasgalen has not replied to Bilbo yet so it might be kind of weird if Finrod comes in before he can.

[Findulias]

i'd like to take a 'role' if you have anything else, i'm not sure i understand the plot yet though, can someone go over that again? i understand bilbo is going on another adventure, and some of the more obvious things, but will someone tell me the details?

[Nóm]

Well the basic plot is Bilbo goes off as messenger to Cirdan and his companion is lost. He ends up travelling with someone unlikely. He runs into danger along the way and also rescues some people.

We don't have any roles at the moment but something could turn up soon. Let us know if you have anything specific in mind.

[Maggot]

Nom Finduilas wanted a role right so this is a suggestion if we can find a way to introduce Gelmir and Gwindor back into the fray Finduilas could have Gelmir or Gwindor and i'd have the other brother. Oh yeah nice post Nom you had me mouth watering again at the bacon after just having cereal. Turgon is a great writer are you sure he's not Christopher Tolkien in disguise :D.

[Nóm]

That is generous of you to share Gelmir or Gwindor. I am not sure how much more those two can stay involved but go ahead and do what you can with them. I do know that a little later they can come back with bigger roles.
What happens is a small company of elves is eventually sent out looking for Bilbo, so those elves we have met in Nargothond can come back as members of that company. I think they will have to leave the story for at least a short while though.

What do you think of it Finduilas?

And yeah Turg's good... I wonder if he is withholding any unpublished materiel on the Noldor? :p

[Maggot]

Cheers Nom good idea with the elves going out to search for Bilbo oh yeah is it Alatar posting next because Rasgalen's replied to Bilbo's questions (well done Turgon) and Bilbo's started eating his breakfast (congratulations on a good post again Nom). What do you think Alatar should it be you next.

[Turgon]

Hehe! Thanks for the praise Maggot, but I don't really deserve it. All the posts in the RP have been top-notch, and it's much easier to post when everyone else is writing so well.

Bring on the bad guys I say!!

*flexes muscles and lets out a roar*

:D

[Ithrynluin]

I'd also like to commend everyone for their postings. It's enjoyable being part of it.

Alatar, you mention that Finrod will be sending out companions - I think Nóm meant there to be only one companion, since these are times of (relative) peace, and (considerable amounts of) evil should not have reached this far south yet. But the two of you can work that out. :)

[Nóm]

Alatar, I like how you really make sure to include things from the books. Helps give a more authentic feel. But I wonder if you wouldn't mind altering your post slightly to downplay the danger. If it is too dangerous it may be difficult to make Bilbo's going (and with just one companion or even two) seem plausible.

I think it best that this quest be viewed as relatively safe and light-hearted. Safe enough for two or three. There are a couple reasons or this.

1) I think Finrod would strongly counsel against Bilbo going along without need for something too dangerous.

2) I don't think Bilbo himself would be determined to go on something so dangerous without a good reason. I do not know what that good reason could be.

I do like the mention of petty dwarves though, but perhaps it can be down-played a little bit.

I'm really sorry to ask someone to make an edit, but I just don't know how to work with it as it is now. Unless someone has an idea?

[Maggot]

Yeah I was wondering if this is set before the Dagor Braggolach when the siege is still on. I have also got an idea, it might not be to your satisfaction Nom but I would like you to consider it. Edrahir sets out on the journey with Bilbo, Gelmir, Gwindor and maybe another elf Rasgalen possibly. Felegund only let Gelmir and Gwindor go on the journey because he deemed it safe and they wished to see the havens also because they had struck up a friendship with Bilbo after meeting him in the Hall of Lore (Bilbo was going over records of Valinor that excited him greatly). This would allow more people to post also a way to keep Alatar in the plot is keep swapping places like in the lord of the rings with Frodo and Sam on one hand and you know Gandalf on the other hand. So swapping between the messengers and seeing how Finrod is getting on in Nargathrond (you could possibly keep Gelmir and Gwindor there as it would give you a reason to swap between locations). There you have it then Nom.

[Nóm]

We might be able to work something out for you guys to do while staying behind. I'll think it over, and let me know if you guys get any ideas.

There must be something we can think of that you could do which would tie in nicely with the Bilbo storyline.

Ithrynluin may be away a couple of days also.

Let me give you all some basics to the first half of the story line. I gave ithrynluin and Alatar more information in PM when they first expressed interest, but did not do so with you yet since I thought it wasn't necessary for Gelmir's role, but if the role is to be expanded...

Bilbo and his companion head off towards the bay of Balar to deliver the letter, either to Cirdan or one of his lords who are present there. (For the most part the Falathrim are away in Brithombar and Eglarest though. There are just a few at Balar scouting out the land and the island, Cirdan believed to be among them at the time. Finrod also wants the messenger to survey the lands and let him know what the plans of the Falathrim are regarding the Isle of Balar... he can tell them this when he speaks with them before they depart.)

Bilbo loses Edrahir.

Bilbo gives up on finding him, so turns back to Nargothond.

As he nears Nargothond he feels shame and a need to complete the quest. So he turns back to search again for his companion and to attempt the quest alone.

Still can't find Edrahir.

Meanwhile Edrahir ends up following Bilbo's tracks that lead towards Nargothrond, without noticing Bilbo had actually returned back to finish the quest.

Edrahir reaches Nargothrond assuming Bilbo and the Letter to have returned there. To everyone's surprise and concern, no one knows where little Bilbo is, so a small company of elves go in search of him. This small company is where I envisioned Gelmir, Gwindor, and whoever else who wants to, could come back into the game. This company will run into serious trouble though... I believe Turgon may stir up some trouble :D.

[Maggot]

Nice idea better than mine:D.

[Alatar]

Sorry, i have been away for a few days I left home after I did my last post and only got in an hour ago. I will down size the danger then I will follow on from the last post made( havent read it yet).

[Maggot]

Nice post Alatar, let me guess the squeaky voice is Bilbo's because if so nice way to introduce him to the mission. I was wondering who should post next. Rasgalen in response to Felegund or Bilbo rushing to them and begging to be sent to the Falathrim. Or maybe Edrahil who bursts in on them wishing to speak with the king your choice Nom as you're the main character and the Eru of the story:D.

[Nóm]

Thank you Alatar.

And Maggot, It seems like Bilbo was about to speak so I'll go next out of the three involved in this conversation. :D

[Nóm]

I am still working on my next post. Still thinking about what to write.

But I wanted to let ithrynluin and Alatar know that you guys have begun calling Edrahir Edrahil. :D

[Ithrynluin]

But I wanted to let ithrynluin and Alatar know that you guys have begun calling Edrahir Edrahil. :D

Hehe! Duly noted and rectified! :p

[Findulias]

thank-you, Maggot, for being willing to give up one of your parts for me, i am in debt to you, and thank-you, nom, for explaining the plot to me better!

[Maggot]

No problem Findulias:D pleasure to be of assistance. I've got an idea for you Nom (that's if you are stuck for ideas). Bilbo comes rushing into the door and launches into a tirade of words. Like please may I go, sorry for interrupting King Felegund but I would love to meet Lord Cirdan and so on. This is only a slight idea so no need to take big notice of it.

[Nóm]

Great :D I'll add Gelmir and Gwindor to the roles list on the first post.

I will be away for a couple days and have not completed a post yet for Bilbo. Whoever would like to is welcome to post as Bilbo until I return, if you do not want to wait.

Have fun.

[Turgon]

Okay Nom, I can post something up tomorrow. I'll need a little time to work on it mind you, because Bilbo's meeting with Finrod should be something special. I'll PM it to you before I post... and you can tell me what you think. But if somebody comes up with something in the meantime... feel free to post.

[Nóm]

That would be excellent Turgon, thank you.

But no need to check it by me first, you are welcome to just post it up. I trust your judgement regarding this AND it will allow you all to move on sooner.

[Maggot]

Finduilas can be whoever she wants to be out of Gelmir and Gwindor and I'll have the last one I am not bothered so she can pick.

[Nóm]

Turns out I'm going to be around, but we will be without Edrahir for 3 days.

[Nóm]

No one has posted for a while. Perhaps we are losing interest?

Anyhow, if you all want to continue, would anyone like to take over my role as Bilbo and as the leader of this RP?

I guess whoever replies first can have Bilbo, otherwise I wouldn't know how to chose, you have all done so well.

[Ithrynluin]

I'm still interested in participating, but in my current role.

[Alatar]

Me to, being finrod is enough for me.

[Maggot]

Same here Ithrynluin and Alatar what with school and everything else my current role is enough. So are we going to give it up the reason being that we've lost interest because I haven't seen Turgon post anywhere for a while.

[Findulias]

Maggot, i don't really care which one i am, whattever one is fine.

[Alatar]

"I will take the role of bilbo"he said "though I do not know the way"
I will do it to keep this thread alive.

[Nóm]

I will continue playing Bilbo if you guys want to keep going. If not that is okay and we can all just work on other RPs.

[Ithrynluin]

Wonderful! Glad we're going to continue our RPG after all. :)

[Maggot]

Yoo hoo we're going to continue it :).

[Alatar]

Great.
Now where were we...
I think Turgon should post now as bilbo asked him a question.
Nom good to have you as Bilbo again.

[Nóm]

Unfortunately Turgon will not be around. :(

I do not think he would mind if one of us gives a brief reply for his character and quickly and simply writes the butler out of the tale for the time being.

I guess you could post as Finrod, opening with Rasgalen making a reply to Bilbo and then exiting the room on an errand for Finrod or something of that sort.

Would you like to?

If not I will do it.

[Maggot]

Well Bilbo is going to the Balar right and Edrahil is going with him. So how are the roles of Gelmir and Gwindor going to progress. Are they going to be part of a search party who go out looking for Bilbo when no message comes from Edrahil or the balar saying they've arrived?

[Ithrynluin]

Edrahir and Bilbo will set out for Balar, and some mishap or other will separate them. Edrahir returns to Nargothrond, and I think he can follow Bilbo with some companions, i.e. Gelmir and Gwindor.

[Findulias]

what kind of a mishap? are you thinking something major like a dragon, or something like Bilbo getting lost while looking for something to eat?