Post by Stormrider on Jan 14, 2009 23:41:20 GMT -6
From: Stormridr (Original Message) Sent: 3/30/2003 6:51 PM
After a tiring three day ride, Théoden and the Riders are weary when they reach Harrowdale. The King of the Mark is welcomed with the sound of horns from the remaining strength of his people who gathered there to meet him. They had received messages from Gandalf telling of the King's victory and to hasten the gathering of the Riders. They also learn the Winged Shadow has passed over Edoras. Théoden summons his marshals and captains to the Hold.
As they ride up to the Dunharrow, Merry is surprised with the many Riders that have gathered. He is also amazed by the ancient road winding its way up the mountain with carved stones in the shape of clumsy, squatting, fat bellied men. These are the images of the Púkel-men.
At the Hold, Éowyn greets the King. Although she is glad to see Théoden, Merry senses that she has been weeping. They learn from her that Aragorn has taken the Paths of the Dead. Everyone seems to despair at this news and they are all certain that they have taken a road from which they will not return. Merry is very concerned at this news and inquires about the Paths of the Dead.
We learn that they do not really know much about the Paths of the Dead. Only an ancient legend remains about a Door that leads to a secret way beneath the mountain to a forgotten end. The old tale tells that Dead Men from the Dark Years guard the way and will allow no living man to pass. Merry is very concerned at this news and questions why Aragorn took that path. Éowyn mentions that Aragorn was very changed after making his decision to take that path-he was grimmer and older.
An errand-rider from Gondor has arrived--a tall man resembling Boromir. He presents a black feathered arrow with a red painted point to Théoden. It is from Denethor requesting all of Rohan's strength and speed to help in the battle against Sauron. The errand-rider is told that the Riders of Rohan will set out for Gondor as soon as they can.
Even though Théoden and Merry have ridden together many days and have formed a close bond, Merry fears that he will be left behind and he is determined that will not happen. When Théoden informs him that he will be left behind since a pony could not keep up and a Rider could not be burdened with him, Merry begs to be taken. Upon the request of Aragorn, Éowyn prepares Merry with a helm, shield and other gear that she can find to fit him then bids him farewell.
The troops assemble and ride to Edoras where Merry is expected to stay with Éowyn and the women, children, and old people. Merry watches unhappily as the lines of horsemen begin to ride East. A young Rider with a grim face offers to bear Merry before him under his cloak until they are too far out to send him back. Merry gladly accepts Dernhelm's offer.
The Muster of Rohan
Copyright Ted Nasmith and Harper Collins. All Rights Reserved
Copyright Ted Nasmith and Harper Collins. All Rights Reserved
After a tiring three day ride, Théoden and the Riders are weary when they reach Harrowdale. The King of the Mark is welcomed with the sound of horns from the remaining strength of his people who gathered there to meet him. They had received messages from Gandalf telling of the King's victory and to hasten the gathering of the Riders. They also learn the Winged Shadow has passed over Edoras. Théoden summons his marshals and captains to the Hold.
As they ride up to the Dunharrow, Merry is surprised with the many Riders that have gathered. He is also amazed by the ancient road winding its way up the mountain with carved stones in the shape of clumsy, squatting, fat bellied men. These are the images of the Púkel-men.
At the Hold, Éowyn greets the King. Although she is glad to see Théoden, Merry senses that she has been weeping. They learn from her that Aragorn has taken the Paths of the Dead. Everyone seems to despair at this news and they are all certain that they have taken a road from which they will not return. Merry is very concerned at this news and inquires about the Paths of the Dead.
We learn that they do not really know much about the Paths of the Dead. Only an ancient legend remains about a Door that leads to a secret way beneath the mountain to a forgotten end. The old tale tells that Dead Men from the Dark Years guard the way and will allow no living man to pass. Merry is very concerned at this news and questions why Aragorn took that path. Éowyn mentions that Aragorn was very changed after making his decision to take that path-he was grimmer and older.
An errand-rider from Gondor has arrived--a tall man resembling Boromir. He presents a black feathered arrow with a red painted point to Théoden. It is from Denethor requesting all of Rohan's strength and speed to help in the battle against Sauron. The errand-rider is told that the Riders of Rohan will set out for Gondor as soon as they can.
Even though Théoden and Merry have ridden together many days and have formed a close bond, Merry fears that he will be left behind and he is determined that will not happen. When Théoden informs him that he will be left behind since a pony could not keep up and a Rider could not be burdened with him, Merry begs to be taken. Upon the request of Aragorn, Éowyn prepares Merry with a helm, shield and other gear that she can find to fit him then bids him farewell.
The troops assemble and ride to Edoras where Merry is expected to stay with Éowyn and the women, children, and old people. Merry watches unhappily as the lines of horsemen begin to ride East. A young Rider with a grim face offers to bear Merry before him under his cloak until they are too far out to send him back. Merry gladly accepts Dernhelm's offer.