B2MEM: The Ides of March tomorrow? It's the orcs I'd worry about.
So, having finished the last two fics in my 50lyricsfanfic challenge, I figured I'd reorganize these puppies so you all can actually figure out which ones you'd like to read:
*Non-challenge fics are marked with an asterisk. These may or may not feature Denethor and/or Finduilas, but will at least feature their relations. Challenge fics are marked with their prompt number.
Den/Fin Files Timeline:
The Early Years (2930-2970)
“A Woman’s Rebellion”* - Mostly focusing upon young Imrahil and Ivriniel. This fic is more of Finduilas's background and less anything to do with Denethor directly.
Courting (2970-2976)
17. Reading - Denethor's side of the preliminaries, with appearances by his sisters.
1. Rumors - Finduilas's first impressions, with a bit from Imrahil.
21. Storm Season - Denethor and Imrahil bond over boats, politics, and a rainy day in Dol Amroth.
“As Golden Leaves Upon the Sea”* - The big, unfinished novelette that started this whole mess, concerning the courtship of Denethor and Finduilas.
12. Aim - Denethor weighs the benefits and detractions of sisters. If they're alive at this point, they're probably mentioned.
31. Dancing in the Dark - Sparks begin to fly at a Leithe-night festival. (Gratutious John Mellencamp reference? Me?)
37. Bitterness - Denethor's rivalry with Thorongil takes a new turn when Adrahil and company come to Minas Tirith.
"Sabatoge"* - Anger leads Denethor to a new discovery or two and a whole lot of denial.
4. Same Old Routine - Imrahil weighs in upon Denethor and Thorongil. (The ending to this felt a little forced, honestly, but there are bits I like.) Now made prettier and shinier as "Face Forward."
11. Pale Reflection - Ecthelion considers his heir.
49. In Graying Twilight: Being the True Confessions of a Tweenage Thorongil Fangirl - First in a trilogy of ficlets. Finduilas has plans for the summer councils.
9. Sisterly Love - Second in the "fangirl" trilogy. Imrahil's plans have not been going any better than Finduilas's. Also featuring Denethor's sisters.
50. Only - Third in the "fangirl" trilogy, featuring the aftershocks of that night.
47. What Drowning Feels Like - The sappiest romantic fluff-fest Warg has yet written. Actually, I'm rather fond of this one because it's a sappy, angsty romantic fluff-fest. Finduilas considers love and loyalty. References to Ivriniel.
Early Marriage (2976-78)
46. Boots - Finduilas and her companion encounter an unwelcome wedding-guest. Imrahil and his eventual wife play fairly important roles in this one.
23. Like Heathen Kings of Old - Denethor's bedtime stories didn't exactly put him to sleep. His eldest sister gets a cameo here, as does the cast of Akallabeth.
20. True Love - Finduilas's happy ending wasn't what she thought it would be.
14. Cold Snake - Adrahil is losing patience with his son-in-law's latest rivalry. Featuring Imrahil and his fiancee.
3. Born Warrior - Finduilas and Denethor consider their coming firstborn.
28. Winter of a Spring Bride - The winters of Minas Tirith take some getting used to.
Boromir (2978-83)
15. Beyond the Known - There are some things in life that man was just not meant to handle well. For everything else, there's Denethor in significantly less distress (and more dressed).
42. The Thread of Damocles - Finduilas passes on a tradition of the Dol Amrothi court to her sister-in-law, who must in turn instruct Lothiriel.
13. Oral Fixation - Young Boromir has picked up one of his mother's bad habits.
Faramir (2983-88)
7. The Hand that Rocks the Cradle - With Boromir's help, Finduilas nearly gives the boys' nurse a heart attack.
18. Heirs of Numenor - Denethor finds his youngest's nightmares are too similar for comfort.
"You'll Shoot Your Eye Out"* Boromir and Theodred attempt to unite forces.
41. A Sword of Cloth - The family spends a quiet night together before the storm.
“A Matter of Books”* - Part 2 of the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. They're out of order in the timeline, but they read better that way, trust me. Faramir and Vetinari go looking for reading material.
“A Matter of Pollution”* - Part 1 of the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. A certain pair of morphic twins meet to discuss their cities, pollution, and whether a flatuent dog and a scorpion pit trump a fragile wife and two healthy sons.
2. Gained in Translation - Boromir is quite clear on his literary tastes, no matter what his tutors may say.
8. A Matter of Distraction - Part 5 in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy. Finduilas is not pleased with the Patrician's latest gift. A hint of meta in the fic.
44. Broken Seashell - Like a sandcastle, Finduilas begins to fall apart. A bit of the whole Dol Amrothi clan in this fic.
43. Weakness - Boromir's means of cheering himself up aren't working anymore.
Death of Finduilas (2988-Feb. 3019)
27. Silence - Minas Tirith is much too quiet for Imrahil.
"Sons and Sisters"* - Denethor is called upon to moderate Emeriel and Thaliwen vs. Ainaelin at entirely the wrong time.
22. Cunning One - Saruman struggles with the eyes in the Palantir.
45. Why - Faramir never stopped questioning his father, or looking for his mother.
"Influenza, Interrupted"* - Faramir attempts to make the best of his illness and homework assignments.
35. Retreat - There are some things you can't train for. (Honestly, this includes "meh" fic. It sounded better in my head, but I have to say that this is my least favorite of the set.)
“First Love”* - Boz/MT=OTP. Enough said. ;)
16. Live for the Fight - Boromir learns what he's fighting for at an early age: chair dragons.
“A Matter of Observation”* - Part 3 in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. Young Boromir and Faramir reveal their passions in a moment of relaxation.
"Missing"* - Also known as "Lavender and Lilac: Knowing Where Your Towel Is." (Featuring Imrahil, Ainaelin, and Elphir in a completely shameless bit of fluff. I blame El.)
"Up!"* - Denethor wonders what a certain little girl is dripping with.
"Horse Sense"* - Erchirion has always been daring, but this time he may not want to follow in his elder cousin's footsteps.
"Lessons in Swordwork"* Lothiriel loves to watch her cousin. (A fanfic_realm exclusive, but you can join without being sorted these days, I believe. Anyway, sorting's certainly not too much hassle.)
40. Paper Tiger - Denethor deals with paperwork and the Palantir, weighing his responsibities as steward, father, and brother.
The Lavender and Lilac Drabbles* - For the Hurin men, spring is a time to remember her.
34. A Certain Reputation - Ioreth tells the rumors about the House of Hurin. Some of them may even be true.
"Diplomacy By Physical Force, if Necessary"* - Boromir's stopover in Rohan goes rather poorly.
"Die A Thousand Deaths"* - Cowards and traitors die many times before they are killed, but Boromir has always been brave and steadfast. Even when Galadriel's Mirror shows him what he doesn't want to see...
29. Homecoming - Boromir looks forward to the end of his quest.
"No More Than A Broken End"* - Seven moments in the life of a swordsman with a broken blade. (Primarily Aragorn-centric, but "Thorongil," "Aragorn," and "Boromir" all deal with Boromir and Denethor.)
Death of Boromir (Feb.-Mar. 3019)
24. In Dreams - Denethor begins to find his waking world a nightmare.
48. To the End of the Line - A nameless soldier faces a world without the luckiest tailsman the army has had.
6. Reflection - Of all the things he never said to Faramir, these are the things left unsaid that Denethor regretted most.
Death of Denethor (Mar. 3019-4F.A.)
36. The Worst Part - It is not the fire which ultimately consumed Denethor.
38. End of an Age - Imrahil watches as the world doesn't quite fall out from under him.
39. Tales of the Clan - Pippin reconsiders his stories.
5. Illumination - Aragorn looks back on the masks and the might-have-beens while preparing for his son.
32. Painted Butterfly - Faramir may not have a clear memory of his mother's features, but she's taught him to be clear about love and duty.
“A Matter of Taste”* - Fourth in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic series. There but for the grace of dog...
"A Heart Undivided"* - Eowyn must pass a test from Imrahil, and she does not truly know what the test is.
25. The Historian’s Transcript - An experimental dialogue fic, in which Denethor's sisters share their version of the events.
10. Twenty-one Random Things that Affect Lothiriel’s Behavior - An experimental list fic, concerning the impact of Denethor and Finduilas upon their niece.
Elboron (4F.A. +)
26. Rain-spirits - Faramir considers a Dol Amrothi legend while preparing for a trip to the sea.
19. Fate of Finduilas - Eowyn observes Faramir as he shares tales of his son with his family.
“Protection”* - Imrahil finds the happier burdens of peace during a visit to Rohan.
“The Stewards’ Tree”* - The boys' discovery worries Faramir.
"Enemies of the Crown"* Elboron and Eldarion face their own antagonists, but not everything is as 'Darion sees it.
In the Glade* - The Forbidden Pool is no longer quite so foreboding.
33. Halls of our Mothers - There is a certain irony in the old Rohirric saying.
"The Hunt"* - Faramir goes hunting for something.
"The Unending Reflection of the Light"* - Faramir considers the boys with a more hopeful eye.
30. Cages - Elboron learns that some things are caged for a reason.
Also, the Ides of March: probably just as well I couldn't come up with any harebrained Shakespearian references during the challenge. PJ appears to have already made them. (And Jackson is, of course, a noble man...)
*Non-challenge fics are marked with an asterisk. These may or may not feature Denethor and/or Finduilas, but will at least feature their relations. Challenge fics are marked with their prompt number.
Den/Fin Files Timeline:
The Early Years (2930-2970)
“A Woman’s Rebellion”* - Mostly focusing upon young Imrahil and Ivriniel. This fic is more of Finduilas's background and less anything to do with Denethor directly.
Courting (2970-2976)
17. Reading - Denethor's side of the preliminaries, with appearances by his sisters.
1. Rumors - Finduilas's first impressions, with a bit from Imrahil.
21. Storm Season - Denethor and Imrahil bond over boats, politics, and a rainy day in Dol Amroth.
“As Golden Leaves Upon the Sea”* - The big, unfinished novelette that started this whole mess, concerning the courtship of Denethor and Finduilas.
12. Aim - Denethor weighs the benefits and detractions of sisters. If they're alive at this point, they're probably mentioned.
31. Dancing in the Dark - Sparks begin to fly at a Leithe-night festival. (Gratutious John Mellencamp reference? Me?)
37. Bitterness - Denethor's rivalry with Thorongil takes a new turn when Adrahil and company come to Minas Tirith.
"Sabatoge"* - Anger leads Denethor to a new discovery or two and a whole lot of denial.
4. Same Old Routine - Imrahil weighs in upon Denethor and Thorongil. (The ending to this felt a little forced, honestly, but there are bits I like.) Now made prettier and shinier as "Face Forward."
11. Pale Reflection - Ecthelion considers his heir.
49. In Graying Twilight: Being the True Confessions of a Tweenage Thorongil Fangirl - First in a trilogy of ficlets. Finduilas has plans for the summer councils.
9. Sisterly Love - Second in the "fangirl" trilogy. Imrahil's plans have not been going any better than Finduilas's. Also featuring Denethor's sisters.
50. Only - Third in the "fangirl" trilogy, featuring the aftershocks of that night.
47. What Drowning Feels Like - The sappiest romantic fluff-fest Warg has yet written. Actually, I'm rather fond of this one because it's a sappy, angsty romantic fluff-fest. Finduilas considers love and loyalty. References to Ivriniel.
Early Marriage (2976-78)
46. Boots - Finduilas and her companion encounter an unwelcome wedding-guest. Imrahil and his eventual wife play fairly important roles in this one.
23. Like Heathen Kings of Old - Denethor's bedtime stories didn't exactly put him to sleep. His eldest sister gets a cameo here, as does the cast of Akallabeth.
20. True Love - Finduilas's happy ending wasn't what she thought it would be.
14. Cold Snake - Adrahil is losing patience with his son-in-law's latest rivalry. Featuring Imrahil and his fiancee.
3. Born Warrior - Finduilas and Denethor consider their coming firstborn.
28. Winter of a Spring Bride - The winters of Minas Tirith take some getting used to.
Boromir (2978-83)
15. Beyond the Known - There are some things in life that man was just not meant to handle well. For everything else, there's Denethor in significantly less distress (and more dressed).
42. The Thread of Damocles - Finduilas passes on a tradition of the Dol Amrothi court to her sister-in-law, who must in turn instruct Lothiriel.
13. Oral Fixation - Young Boromir has picked up one of his mother's bad habits.
Faramir (2983-88)
7. The Hand that Rocks the Cradle - With Boromir's help, Finduilas nearly gives the boys' nurse a heart attack.
18. Heirs of Numenor - Denethor finds his youngest's nightmares are too similar for comfort.
"You'll Shoot Your Eye Out"* Boromir and Theodred attempt to unite forces.
41. A Sword of Cloth - The family spends a quiet night together before the storm.
“A Matter of Books”* - Part 2 of the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. They're out of order in the timeline, but they read better that way, trust me. Faramir and Vetinari go looking for reading material.
“A Matter of Pollution”* - Part 1 of the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. A certain pair of morphic twins meet to discuss their cities, pollution, and whether a flatuent dog and a scorpion pit trump a fragile wife and two healthy sons.
2. Gained in Translation - Boromir is quite clear on his literary tastes, no matter what his tutors may say.
8. A Matter of Distraction - Part 5 in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy. Finduilas is not pleased with the Patrician's latest gift. A hint of meta in the fic.
44. Broken Seashell - Like a sandcastle, Finduilas begins to fall apart. A bit of the whole Dol Amrothi clan in this fic.
43. Weakness - Boromir's means of cheering himself up aren't working anymore.
Death of Finduilas (2988-Feb. 3019)
27. Silence - Minas Tirith is much too quiet for Imrahil.
"Sons and Sisters"* - Denethor is called upon to moderate Emeriel and Thaliwen vs. Ainaelin at entirely the wrong time.
22. Cunning One - Saruman struggles with the eyes in the Palantir.
45. Why - Faramir never stopped questioning his father, or looking for his mother.
"Influenza, Interrupted"* - Faramir attempts to make the best of his illness and homework assignments.
35. Retreat - There are some things you can't train for. (Honestly, this includes "meh" fic. It sounded better in my head, but I have to say that this is my least favorite of the set.)
“First Love”* - Boz/MT=OTP. Enough said. ;)
16. Live for the Fight - Boromir learns what he's fighting for at an early age: chair dragons.
“A Matter of Observation”* - Part 3 in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic. Young Boromir and Faramir reveal their passions in a moment of relaxation.
"Missing"* - Also known as "Lavender and Lilac: Knowing Where Your Towel Is." (Featuring Imrahil, Ainaelin, and Elphir in a completely shameless bit of fluff. I blame El.)
"Up!"* - Denethor wonders what a certain little girl is dripping with.
"Horse Sense"* - Erchirion has always been daring, but this time he may not want to follow in his elder cousin's footsteps.
"Lessons in Swordwork"* Lothiriel loves to watch her cousin. (A fanfic_realm exclusive, but you can join without being sorted these days, I believe. Anyway, sorting's certainly not too much hassle.)
40. Paper Tiger - Denethor deals with paperwork and the Palantir, weighing his responsibities as steward, father, and brother.
The Lavender and Lilac Drabbles* - For the Hurin men, spring is a time to remember her.
34. A Certain Reputation - Ioreth tells the rumors about the House of Hurin. Some of them may even be true.
"Diplomacy By Physical Force, if Necessary"* - Boromir's stopover in Rohan goes rather poorly.
"Die A Thousand Deaths"* - Cowards and traitors die many times before they are killed, but Boromir has always been brave and steadfast. Even when Galadriel's Mirror shows him what he doesn't want to see...
29. Homecoming - Boromir looks forward to the end of his quest.
"No More Than A Broken End"* - Seven moments in the life of a swordsman with a broken blade. (Primarily Aragorn-centric, but "Thorongil," "Aragorn," and "Boromir" all deal with Boromir and Denethor.)
Death of Boromir (Feb.-Mar. 3019)
24. In Dreams - Denethor begins to find his waking world a nightmare.
48. To the End of the Line - A nameless soldier faces a world without the luckiest tailsman the army has had.
6. Reflection - Of all the things he never said to Faramir, these are the things left unsaid that Denethor regretted most.
Death of Denethor (Mar. 3019-4F.A.)
36. The Worst Part - It is not the fire which ultimately consumed Denethor.
38. End of an Age - Imrahil watches as the world doesn't quite fall out from under him.
39. Tales of the Clan - Pippin reconsiders his stories.
5. Illumination - Aragorn looks back on the masks and the might-have-beens while preparing for his son.
32. Painted Butterfly - Faramir may not have a clear memory of his mother's features, but she's taught him to be clear about love and duty.
“A Matter of Taste”* - Fourth in the Havelock Hurin Conspiracy Fic series. There but for the grace of dog...
"A Heart Undivided"* - Eowyn must pass a test from Imrahil, and she does not truly know what the test is.
25. The Historian’s Transcript - An experimental dialogue fic, in which Denethor's sisters share their version of the events.
10. Twenty-one Random Things that Affect Lothiriel’s Behavior - An experimental list fic, concerning the impact of Denethor and Finduilas upon their niece.
Elboron (4F.A. +)
26. Rain-spirits - Faramir considers a Dol Amrothi legend while preparing for a trip to the sea.
19. Fate of Finduilas - Eowyn observes Faramir as he shares tales of his son with his family.
“Protection”* - Imrahil finds the happier burdens of peace during a visit to Rohan.
“The Stewards’ Tree”* - The boys' discovery worries Faramir.
"Enemies of the Crown"* Elboron and Eldarion face their own antagonists, but not everything is as 'Darion sees it.
In the Glade* - The Forbidden Pool is no longer quite so foreboding.
33. Halls of our Mothers - There is a certain irony in the old Rohirric saying.
"The Hunt"* - Faramir goes hunting for something.
"The Unending Reflection of the Light"* - Faramir considers the boys with a more hopeful eye.
30. Cages - Elboron learns that some things are caged for a reason.
Also, the Ides of March: probably just as well I couldn't come up with any harebrained Shakespearian references during the challenge. PJ appears to have already made them. (And Jackson is, of course, a noble man...)