B2MeM 2021: Daily prompt set for 24 March
Mar. 24th, 2021 08:00 amMarch 24th, 2021: Of the Ruin of Doriath
Quote Prompt
“In time his [Thingol’s] desire was achieved, and the greatest of the works of Elves and Dwarves were brought together and made one; and its beauty was very great, for now the countless jewels of the Nauglamir did reflect and cast abroad tn marvellous hues the light of the Silmaril amidmost.”
Summary Prompt
Everybody dies. Seriously, this is obviously a great synopsis for The Silmarillion as a whole, but in this chapter, if you made it this far without a favorite character dying, chances are that changed by the end of this chapter. And by now, Morgoth knows what’s what about Gondolin, so we know the end is near. It’s just a really bad time chapter. Make sure you bring chocolate if this is the first time you’re reading it. In fact, just bring snacks, tissues, and a pet or plushie to snuggle while reading this even if you read it before, because it’s going to be a bad time.
Thematic Prompt
There are many cases of a treasure belonging to one person falling into the hands of someone else. Sometimes this happens by chance, sometimes by fate, and sometimes by crafty, clever, or deceitful means. For inspiration today, consider an object that comes into the possession of someone who is not the original and/or rightful owner for your creation.
Quote Prompt
“In time his [Thingol’s] desire was achieved, and the greatest of the works of Elves and Dwarves were brought together and made one; and its beauty was very great, for now the countless jewels of the Nauglamir did reflect and cast abroad tn marvellous hues the light of the Silmaril amidmost.”
Summary Prompt
Everybody dies. Seriously, this is obviously a great synopsis for The Silmarillion as a whole, but in this chapter, if you made it this far without a favorite character dying, chances are that changed by the end of this chapter. And by now, Morgoth knows what’s what about Gondolin, so we know the end is near. It’s just a really bad time chapter. Make sure you bring chocolate if this is the first time you’re reading it. In fact, just bring snacks, tissues, and a pet or plushie to snuggle while reading this even if you read it before, because it’s going to be a bad time.
Thematic Prompt
There are many cases of a treasure belonging to one person falling into the hands of someone else. Sometimes this happens by chance, sometimes by fate, and sometimes by crafty, clever, or deceitful means. For inspiration today, consider an object that comes into the possession of someone who is not the original and/or rightful owner for your creation.