Author Archives | Kiarane

About Kiarane

Gamer first but decorator, cook and prop maker as well. Let me know about your special LotRO projects or ideas at kiarane@casualstrolltomordor.com!

Living in the Misty Mountains

by | February 2, 2012

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Misty Mountains is not an obvious choice when it comes to investigating decoration in Middle-Earth. The region is known for Goblin Town and its proximity to Rivendell, but really not much else. Yet, the mountains were once a great stronghold of the dwarves who built luxurious homes hidden under the snow. I believe doors are [...]

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Living in the Old Forest

by | December 22, 2011

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Living in the Old Forest

Hidden deep within the Old Forest, Tom Bombadil’s home is a sanctuary for weary travellers and lost hobbits of all kind.

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Living in Esteldin

by | December 7, 2011

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Living in Esteldin

Apart from being the crafting hub it is notoriously known for, Esteldin is also a major stronghold of resistance against the Enemy.

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Living in Rivendell

by | November 21, 2011

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Living in Rivendell

I was a bit apprehensive about my visit to Rivendell because it felt like something everyone already knew about. We’ve all been to visit Elrond so many times, how could the Last Homely House still impress me?

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Living in Angmar

by | November 14, 2011

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Living in Angmar

Angmar, land of the terrible Witch king and for most of us, a dreaded passage during our 40s. However, we often forget that Angmar is also the land of a small community of Free people living in Aughaire.

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Living in Moria: With the Orcs

by | November 8, 2011

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Living in Moria: With the Orcs

So you thought there was only dwarves living in Moria? Oh no, no, no. There is… Orcs! Tons of orcs!! And goblins too. Let’s take a look at their lifestyle.

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Living in Forochel

by | October 31, 2011

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Living in Forochel

Forochel, home of the Lossoth people. Despite their pretty harsh living conditions, the Lossoth managed to establish some great villages in northern Eriador.

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Living in Annuminàs

by | October 24, 2011

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Living in Annuminàs

Living in Middle-Earth is a new column about non-playable character’s homes in Lotro. Each week we’ll discover a new location with a distinctive way of life and decoration style, looking at the little details we often pass by.

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FAQs: The Fellowship Walk

by | September 18, 2011

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FAQs: The Fellowship Walk

Frequently Asked Questions for the Fellowship Walk 2011 event for Child’s Play Charities.

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LOTR Fan Art

by | June 30, 2011

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LOTR Fan Art

Browsing through fantasy art work the other day, I was pleased to discover some very inspiring work of art based on Lord of the Ring and other books written by Tolkien.

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Chroniques de la Terre du Milieu: New podcast on Middle-Earth Network

by | June 16, 2011

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Chroniques de la Terre du Milieu: New podcast on Middle-Earth Network

Nouvellement arrivé sur le Middle-Earth Network, les Chroniques de la Terre du Milieu est un nouveau podcast mensuel et francophone dédié à l’étude des œuvres de Tolkien.

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Decoration Ideas: Children’s Room

by | April 22, 2011

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Decoration Ideas: Children’s Room

This time, I wanted to tell a story about children. I thought a while ago about creating different child’s room and see how we could come up with various designs for the youngest. Even if children are absent from most MMOs, kids are a huge part of every societies, and they too should have their place in Middle-Earth.

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Update 2 Furniture

by | March 31, 2011

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Update 2 Furniture

Who said Update 2 was all about epic quests, new instances and character panel? Oh no, update 2 my friend, is also (a tiny bit) about furniture. Here are our latest finds!

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A Pie-Cake

by | March 16, 2011

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A Pie-Cake

A while ago, Goldenstar mentioned how awesome it would be to have a Pie-Cake one day: a real hobbit dream. I really liked the idea, and when PAX was announced a few days only after her birthday, I decided it would be the perfect opportunity to make an attempt at my first Pie-Cake.

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Honey-roasted Chicken

by | March 3, 2011

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Honey-roasted Chicken

Honey-roasted Chicken: ’’A fat chicken honey-roasted to perfection that earns you Fathom Reputation’’

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Cassy’s Cookbook: LOTRO Cookies

by | February 24, 2011

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Cassy’s Cookbook: LOTRO Cookies

Decorating cookies was something I wanted to do for a while now and I figured the best way to start practicing was to make once again some edible fan LOTRO fan art.

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Hard Biscuits and Red Tea

by | February 17, 2011

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Hard Biscuits and Red Tea

Hard Biscuits; ”Simple, sweet biscuits, perfect with a cup of tea.”

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Will you be my Valentine?

by | February 11, 2011

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Will you be my Valentine?

Valentine’s day is coming to Middle-Earth! Join the celebrations, as we celebrate tales of love all across the land.

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Carrot Soup

by | February 3, 2011

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Cassy’s Cookbook: Carrot Soup

‘’Great fortifying soup: +900 Wound resistance!’’

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Dances in LOTRO

by | January 14, 2011

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Dances in LOTRO

If you ever wanted to know what the dances look like before going through the trouble of grinding rep or completing those numerous festival quest, here is your answer!

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Being a Girl Gamer

by | December 28, 2010

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Being a Girl Gamer

According to ESA, current proportion of female gamers is about 42% of the total players of online game. Surprising? Maybe not, considering the general tendencies of video games to diversify their products so it may reach a broader public.

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Barber Shop Guide

by | December 20, 2010

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Barber Shop Guide

Barbers are locate in the Inn of every major city: Thorin’s Hall, Michel Delving, and Bree.

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Hobbit Lass Haircuts

by | December 19, 2010

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Hobbit Lass Haircuts

A listing of hairstyles available for the Hobbit-lass.

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