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[inafadingcrown]

[Since things have calmed down a bit, Galadriel has had a chance to think about things that have been in the back of her mind for quite some time. The text that appears on the page is an old fashioned script, elegant, crisp, and clean.]

Human: a bipedal primate mammal (Homo sapiens).

Vampire: the reanimated body of a dead person believed to come from

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written;

[longaevus]

It wouldn't be just elves that follow that. I've learned of differences between vampires that are here and those of my own history. Perhaps much of it comes from the differences between our own worlds, or even interpretations that follow from it. The description you gave of vampire may be true of certain worlds but not my own, in exception of myth and what was led to be believed.

written back; and boo at LJ for eating this notif

[inafadingcrown]

I use elves for this purpose only because of my own familiarity; I have no doubt one could say much the same of almost any race here.

[A slight pause in the writing. That "led to be believed" is interesting.]

The true nature of vampires in your world is not common knowledge, then? Are you another from a world in which that which is deemed "magic" or "supernatural" must remain hidden?

written;

[longaevus]

I take it then that you are Lady Galadriel? [ She's as wise and knowledgeable, and takes to new details well, as James mentioned ]

Vampires became extinct many centuries ago, although then was much a different story. They didn't hide themselves but hid their weaknesses - creating legends and much false information regarding them.

There is a 'hidden world' if you will, something hidden from what most know and see. There are many beings which keep their existence hidden simply for their own safety; the creatures that I know are known only as myths to many, through a lack of belief and this wish to protect.

written;

[inafadingcrown]

I am. I had not realized my name is so well known here. [It may not come through in her writing, but she's terribly amused at this.] And whom do I have the honor of addressing?

I see. My own home is quite different- a number of races live openly alongside Man and, while I will not claim there is no ill will among us, we fend for ourselves well enough. [She pauses, thinking of the Ents.] There are some beings who have passed into myth and legend, for they are not commonly seen and are remembered only by the very old, but this is not true of most.

written;

[longaevus]

Perhaps only to those whom share mutual friends. My name's Helen Magnus, James told me of you.

You home sounds a blessed place to be. While there may be some ill will amongst those you share it with it would seem to be kept to a minimum.

written;

[inafadingcrown]

[There's a little laugh before she writes again.] Well met, Mistress Magnus. He has also spoken of you. Most highly, I should add.

[He did fail to mention that she was also a doctor, though, or she would have used that title instead.]

I would not leave a false impression; we have a great many troubles of our own. Yet it is in fellowship that we find our strength. Secrecy would not avail us in those matters. [It's rather hard to hide your existence from a fallen divine being.]

written;

[longaevus]

Call me Helen, please. [ It still worried - or maybe perhaps extremely wonder - what James had said despite his assurances that it was only pleasant things ] And him of you. It's a pleasure to finally make your acquaintance.

I can only hope that one day something of a similar nature could come about for us although I fear that it may be many lifetimes away. [ Even past her own ] It's pleasing to hear that, even with your troubles. It's been an old saying that united you are stronger, particularly against that which troubles or causes you fear. Your home would be a good example of that.

written;

[inafadingcrown]

Then you must call me simply Galadriel. [And she is likewise extremely curious about what he has said of her.] As it is yours.

And that is my hope. I will not burden you with the woes of a world you will never see, but suffice it to say the strength is needed.

written;

[longaevus]

How long have you all lived together?

And it is no burden. It would actually be rather fascinating to know of it if you so wished to tell - I've travelled extensively on Earth and lived, even for short periods, within many cultures. Knowing, and especially experiencing the different lifestyles, even where things cross and become similar is wondrous. A story for another day though, perhaps?

written forever;

[inafadingcrown]

Together is, mayhaps, too strong a word. But Elves were the first race of the world and the coming of the others are all within my memory. Men are the Second Born and they rose with the sun and moon. I was young then, younger than my youngest grandchild is now. Seven thousand years have passed, at least. More, I should think.

I see now why I was urged to speak with you. It is a long tale, if told properly, and dark, but I will tell you of it someday, if you wish. Or perhaps it is better to say I will tell you what I may. Some things I cannot not speak of, for I am bound by both caution and my word.

[longaevus]

[ That gives her a pause before she responds. Seven thousand? She'll be sure to stop complaining about her age ]

And the others? You mentioned that there were a number of races?

Something that I quite understand. We would seem to have much time here - a tale should be properly told.

[inafadingcrown]

[If you pay careful attention to that statement, you will note that she also admitted to being older than the sun and the moon in her world. Old elf is very old.]

Dwarves came soon after Men. In those days, our grievances were fewer and there was much learning passed between our peoples. Halflings Hobbits, I must say, in all honesty, I do not know. Theirs is a quiet race and overlooked by lore. I know but one scholar of their history, a dear friend of mine. I will ask him, if ever I am able.

[longaevus]

[ Lady's still never gonna complain. Helen did pick up on that, however

She does like though that you haven't learned everything that there is to know with your age. That makes her feel a little comforted]

Sadly there sounds to be little similar between our worlds, in regards to those who inhabit it at least. [ She's suspecting that dwarves have a different meaning to you ]

[inafadingcrown]

[That would be impossible, even for an immortal.]

Something to which I have grown accustomed. It seems my world is rather singular in many ways.

[longaevus]

[ Depending on what you wished to know, perhaps ]

Then I hope that I can only return the favour and have something with which to share in return.

[inafadingcrown]

[Too much to learn, too much that comes and goes very quickly (for an elf).]

I am sure you will. What little I have heard of your world interests me greatly.