The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Endurance by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
30 Apr 2024
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Glorfindel finds both horror and hope on the Helcaraxë.
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- Part 1 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Flawed Expectations by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
22 Apr 2024
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How Glorfindel met Ecthelion. And vice versa.
Usual disclaimer: these are my, rather specific, versions of these characters. But since this is the story of how they get formally introduced, maybe it doesn't matter? Includes a small illustration (see tags).
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- Part 2 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Sunlight on Water by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
12 Nov 2025
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In freshly-settled Vinyamar, Glorfindel solves all his problems. Mostly by showing initiative.
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- Part 3 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Covert Assistance by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth Legendarium & Related Fandoms
16 May 2026
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“Well then,” said Glorfindel, “can you tell me more about this very minor injury that you fear may keep you out of battle? As in, what is it, and how did you come by it?”
“It was an accident. A ridiculous one.” The corners of Ecthelion’s mouth turned downwards. “I was walking past the archery butts when, quite suddenly, I was struck by a stray arrow.”
“Where?”
“In the northern corner, just past the Balrog-shaped targets.”
“No, where on your body?”
“In the… lower back.”
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- Part 4 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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A Close Reading by tehta for MissWhalie
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
01 Sep 2024
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Glorfindel and Ecthelion sit in a romantic spot, and exchange words of love!
...because they are practicing for a play. That is the reason for the love declarations, anyway. The romantic nature of the location is not explained.
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- Part 5 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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A Rude Reunion by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
01 May 2024
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The city of Gondolin is finally ready to welcome all of Turgon’s people.
But is Ecthelion ready for the ensuing reunions?The usual disclaimer: this story concerns my versions of these characters, and will make the most sense in the context of my fic series about them.
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- Part 6 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Flawed and Fair by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
18 Feb 2013
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When Aredhel leaves Gondolin, Ecthelion is part of her escort. During the journey, he will have to deal with Finwe's grandchild, spitting Sindar, orcs, unlight, giant spiders -- and his unnatural feelings for Glorfindel.
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- Part 7 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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A Convergence by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
20 Feb 2013
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A few weeks after the events of Flawed and Fair, Ecthelion writes a letter. Or, at least, attempts to.
I expect this story will appeal only to rare fans of my interpretation of this couple. Oh well. Sorry, rest of the world.
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- Part 8 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Ai Elbereth by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
19 Feb 2013
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A Glorfindel/Ecthelion PWP, full of dodgy humour, neurosis, and blasphemy.
This fic is a relatively plotless gap-filler set between my fics "Flawed and Fair" and "Strange Fortunes," and will probably make most sense to people familiar with these characters. Although, who knows? It probably makes as much sense as any PWP.
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- Part 9 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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The Burden of Beauty by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
14 Mar 2013
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One long, meandering conversation between Ecthelion and Glorfindel.
I could say it's about aesthetics.
I could say it's about the author having fun with implicit characterization.
I could also say it's about vases, and grapes, and Maedhros.The usual caveat applies: these are my versions of these characters, and while this story does not contradict canon, it does not have much to do with it, either. It's pure (s)elf-indulgence...
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- Part 10 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Vana's Day by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
01 Mar 2014
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Some people are naturally good at romance. Others struggle with it, even when surrounded by flowers, love songs, and heart-shaped cakes. Guess which group is featured in this story?
The usual caveat applies: these are my versions of these characters, and my version of Gondolin, and so might not be to everyone's taste.
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- Part 11 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Strange Fortunes by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
02 Mar 2013
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The city of Gondolin is at peace, but several of its citizens harbour resentments, ambitions, and unnatural desires: Maeglin longs to assume his rightful position as Turgon's heir and Idril's spouse; Salgant hopes to avenge himself for past humiliations; and Ecthelion and Glorfindel indulge in deception even as they devote their lives to duty.
Many secrets will be revealed, but only slowly and with much confusion, in this comedy of misunderstandings.
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- Part 12 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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The Quick and the Dead by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
05 Apr 2024
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Months have passed since the Nirnaeth, but Glorfindel and Ecthelion are not quite over it yet.
Contains dark themes, humour, and slash, mixed together pretty evenly, I hope.
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- Part 13 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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A Deep Dark Secret by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
02 Apr 2024
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The Doom of Mandos threatens Gondolin -- and, perhaps, Glorfindel and Ecthelion’s relationship.
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- Part 14 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Endurance (Reprise) by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
05 May 2024
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Ulmo has spoken: the Doom of Mandos hastens to its fulfilment, and Gondolin will fall.
But at least Glorfindel and Ecthelion are finally acting like a normal couple.Series
- Part 15 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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The Tunnel by tehta for ValeGuardian
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
29 Aug 2024
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As Gondolin burns, Glorfindel and Ecthelion meet one last time.
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- Part 16 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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to sleep, perchance to dream by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
20 Jun 2024
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Gondolin falls. Glorfindel grieves.
(Posted for Tarnin Austa 2024)
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- Part 17 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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The Return of the Balrog-Slayer by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works
01 May 2013
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So, how did Glorfindel of Gondolin make his (posthumous) way to Middle-earth in order to become Glorfindel of Rivendell? The relevant canon is full of uncertainties and contradictions.
I like to think it might have happened as follows...
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- Part 18 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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Sparring by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
19 Jul 2024
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The two famed Balrog slayers have been re-embodied and reunited, and are sailing East, towards new adventures.
Time for a romantic interlude! I am sure everything will go perfectly.This is an almost-immediate follow up to another story in this series, The Return of the Balrog Slayer. For those who haven’t read that fic (recently), I am enclosing a brief summary.
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- Part 19 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)
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The (He)art Recalls by tehta
Fandoms: The Silmarillion and other histories of Middle-Earth - J. R. R. Tolkien, TOLKIEN J. R. R. - Works & Related Fandoms
04 Jun 2024
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Art and the Re-embodied Elf, starting Glorfindel and Ecthelion. Separately, not together.
Warnings: serious, sentimental, and AU with respect to my other stories about these two.
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- Part 20 of The Theban Band of Gondolin (Size: Two)