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Post by Jared on Nov 6, 2002 14:43:01 GMT
*His eyebrow arches slightly at Witch-King's question, pleasantly surprised.*
Why, I didn't know you had it in you... but it isn't bad enough, is it?
*Shuffles the papers in his hands and glances pointedly at the cliff-jumper.*
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Post by ~Dernhelm~ on Nov 7, 2002 12:54:06 GMT
Eowyn looks at the Witch King quizically, knowing exactly what her opinion on such matters were.
"First of all," she begins, hoping that the orc boys may learn a lesson or two from this, "A female's interest should be the thing which influences this matter the most. If a girl likes to stay in the house and take care of children, cooking and do nothing but embroider flags all day long and make herself useful to the males, then I believe she has a right to do so. However, I also would not like to lead such a life because everyone is different and some do not fall in such categories. Other females, such as myself, do not wish to stay at home all day but prefer a life of adventure. They may not have a desire to stay at home and cook, clean, take care of children etc. This is also alright as long as there is somebody else to fill in the responsibilities at home. It does not have to be a female. Society depends upon people helping and supporting each other and as long as there are no gaps in the weave of life, everything shall go fine. You just have to remember that each person is an individual and some prefer doing different things than others. I know that if somebody were to make me stay and do something just because I'm a girl (or just because he's a boy) I would disobey because there is really no right. So perhaps it is custom and tradition that men do certain things, though it is not necessarily law!"
Eowyn finishes speaking and smiles at the Witch King, awaiting the next question. The orc boys applaud and squel, the shield maiden tries not to pay too much attention and remain on focus. |
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Post by Jared on Nov 7, 2002 13:20:37 GMT
*Smirks slightly and scrawls a few points down on a sheet of paper...*
You must be prepared that the judges do not necessarily have to share your viewpoint. Especially in the society I come from.
Next question -
Hailing from Rohan, I am sure you know that the people are horse-lovers. The people themselves claim they are. Yet one point is rather contradictory in this - if they truly love the horses, why do they ride these beasts? Even without whips, spurs or whatever torturous tools we Ringwraiths use on ours, some people feel that the act of riding a horse is already a wrong towards the fine beast. Placed on this land as free animals, they have their rights to be wild, not pets, or any form of creature under the human rule. As self-proclaimed horse-lovers, pray tell me if this act of riding horses so much (for I see many of you galloping around just for the sake of upholding your titles) is right? Is placing these poor beasts to hard labour carrying you humans around considered loving them? Explain your point, and be careful when answering, for a sensitive topic such as this should be handled with caution.
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Post by The Witch King on Nov 7, 2002 16:31:29 GMT
*Listens carefully to Jareds question wondering if this is going to turn into a debate. Muses over his score sheet not sure what to put, eventually decides upon:
very pretty - but talks too much
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Post by Imrel on Nov 7, 2002 22:53:03 GMT
I have the sudden feeling the judges are being hard on her. *Crouches, still offstage.* Her last answer was great, though. Did you here the girl Orcs applauding in the back?
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Post by Jared on Nov 8, 2002 2:32:41 GMT
(Er, Im, one thing - how many girl Orcs are there? Grubby's an exception, but you must remember that the Orcs don't exactly reproduce by mating.  They're made. I know it sounds horrible, but it's true... why would the dark side bother breeding females who don't have as much strength and power and blah as your regular stereotype male?) |
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Post by Imrel on Nov 8, 2002 3:15:05 GMT
(Okay, so there aren't many. Let me have my fun, please. ;D)
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Post by Jared on Nov 8, 2002 3:43:51 GMT
(Sure. ;D After all, I am a nice person. Sometimes. ;D)
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Post by ~Dernhelm~ on Nov 8, 2002 7:13:52 GMT
Despite that the shield maiden didn't help her values to be doubted, Eowyn remains calm and smiles innocently at the judges. She remains standing and begins to speak.
"Perhaps thou is not aware that Eo itself means 'horse' in our own tongue and that we bear that name in honor of the fine creatures which we have. My own name means 'horse lover' and there certainly is a reason to why I have it. And a horse should never be called a beast! When the word beast is used, a foul creature which hasn't any good spirit comes to mind, such as a mule, but most certainly not a horse. For mules are created when a horse is cross bred with a donkey and such foul craft isn't more noble than mixing two different races such as elves and orcs."
Eowyn pauses for a moment, hearing the roar of the orcs, for they do not wish to be cross-bred with elves (nor the elves with the orcs if you put it that way)...
"Alas!" she continues, "Using whips or any sort of cruel method to break a horse is punishable by law in the Golden Halls and is never used. We Eorlings and Rohirrim riders believe that spending time with our beloved horses can bring us closer together. Some horses, such as the well prided Shadowfax are even specially bred and given extra care. As a result, the horses begin to love the people who are around them and the people love the horses in return. During the cold months of winter, we shelter then from the bitter frost and in return get transport as well as a loyal friend for life. Riding upon horses is certainly not a crime, for as long as the horse does not mind it. They are not treated as beasts of burden who do our bidding but as our companions and friends."
Eowyn explains her reasoning and waits for the response of the crowd, wondering how many of the orc boys even knew how to ride a horse properly and with care!
OOC: Perhaps the response may seem long, for it is the question itself that is not simple to find an answer to. There is logical reasoning as well as personal belief involved into it, therefore calling for a detailed explanation to be made clear.
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Post by Grubby on Nov 8, 2002 14:23:01 GMT
(Jared only the first ones were made. It says in the sil that the orcs "multiplyied in the manner of the children of Illuvater(sp)" ie they bred like elves and men which would mean that there were female orcs.Just because they aren't mentioned doesn't mean they aren't there. Besides if they were all made where would all the people to do that come from and how did they surrive all the year between the last alliance and Saurons return? [end rant] :)sorry I've spent too much time arguing about orcs on other message boards. E you last post was great any way it serves Jared right for asking you an essay question
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Post by Melian on Nov 8, 2002 15:06:41 GMT
*hearing e's questions back stage mel begins to get a little nervace. *
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Post by Jared on Nov 9, 2002 8:15:37 GMT
I wonder, Shield-maiden, if you understand the tongue of the horses. Ah, yet another one-sided answer. You'd have failed the history exam I took. Balanced conclusions always get you more marks. (And thanks for the input, Grubby. ;D) Next: Carrot? (ah... this is a hard one. ;D it's hard to get certain people like me to like your answer. ;D take your time...) |
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Post by ~Dernhelm~ on Nov 9, 2002 12:05:07 GMT
Eowyn glances at the Nazgul, being fed up with it and deciding not to be generous enough to explain fully this time. Besides, the shield maiden was not brought up in the heritage of the dark powers and prefered not to meddle in such things but remain to her own side and defend it properly as she was expected to by her kin.
"The only way in which the languages of the horses can be understood is if you manage to form a bond with your horse which is so close that the horse can understand some of your language. Not the language which one speaks from the mouth but from the heart itself. The same goes for both the horse and the one who cares for it. I can understand some of Waterwhisp's and Raindew's tongue but not the one of Snowmane, my King's horse or that of Firefoot, my brother's horse. Perhaps you should have some experience upon this, considering your own black steed! Aye, horses do love carrots, though my own have been known to prefer the sweet grasses of Edoras as well as sugar cubes!"
Eowyn finishes as she gives Jared a glance and then lifts her head defiantly and looks far into the crowd.
OOC: I'm so sorry to see you go, Grubby!  Why do so many good members leave?
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Post by Grubhosh on Nov 9, 2002 16:12:12 GMT
(OOC Eoywn I'm not leaving  but I DO spend too much time online but I wont be cutting down till my GCSSs *shudders*)
Grubby watches eowyn hoping that witchy & Jared don't give her any hard questions
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Post by Imrel on Nov 10, 2002 3:41:25 GMT
(She posts as a guest sometimes, Eo. It saves time if you're not logged in.)
*Imrel glances in confusion to the others, wondering what Jared's carrot comment was about.*
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They're made. I know it sounds horrible, but it's true... why would the dark side bother breeding females who don't have as much strength and power and blah as your regular stereotype male?)
Why do so many good members leave? 
but I DO spend too much time online but I wont be cutting down till my GCSSs *shudders*)