The Lay of Gil-galad

In the western part of the library, standing about 3 foot in front of the shelves, stands a large wooden frame, supported by two legs. Imbedded into it is a large piece of parchments, measuring roughly 4 foot in length and 2 in width. Those who approach it, and can read Sindarin, notice the title: "The Lay of Gil-galad". Beneath it, the parchment tells the story of the last High Elven King in Middle-earth; Gil-galad, son of Fingon son of Fingolfin. Though the sun lits the corner the frame is placed, a sense of grief overcomes all who read the tale. The final words keep echoing in their readers' minds:

"In Mordor, where the shadows are..."

By Arlo Cúthalion

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