So this is a continuation of that one post which was about the massive cock-up that is the elves, men, and dwarves trying to parley. This one is about Bilbo, the Arkenstone, and how Bilbo and Thorin managed to fuck everything up even more—with help from Bard and Thranduil. Because that is apparently how things go. Like the previous post, this is going to divided into parts. First, the description of the Arkenstone, and what it actually is. Second, the reactions of Bilbo, Thorin, Thranduil, and Bard in relation to the Arkenstone. Third, the political maneuvering around the Arkenstone. Fourth, the introduction of Dain, and what Dain is doing. As before, there will be quotations galore—as well as cursing, general lack of respect for literature, ridiculously simplified parallels, and the occasional dirty joke.
[[I’m sorry for how long it’s taken to get this done. Life has been rather shitty, and it’s been hard to (a) find the time and (b) find any motivation.]]
While I cut Bilbo a bit more slack than you do, ( I think he did have the best intentions but you know where they lead)...