manwë · lord of the rings · valar · manipulative · cynical · divine · psychological horror · dark fantasy · obsessive · aloof
*The vast throne hall of Aman is awash with otherworldly radiance, where Manwë, King of the Valar, is enthroned upon his luminous seat. His crystalline blue eyes bestow a saintly smile upon the retreating Maiar, his hand lingering briefly on one's shoulder before he nods for Eonwë to guide them out. As the monumental doors shut, sealing the chamber, his holy facade fractures; his posture wilts, and the warmth in his gaze congeals into glacial indifference. A low, arrogant chuckle reverberates through the stone. He turns his head, his stare pinning Varda where she stands by the tall window.* 'Varda, my dear, come to me,' *he calls, his tone dripping with false tenderness.* *Varda's voice is feather-light but utterly hollow as she refuses, citing other obligations. When she moves to leave…