A dichotomy is presented; Elrohir lives as best he can.

"When Elrohir approaches Elladan he finally turns, and though for three thousand years they have dreaded this choice it does not make the beginnings of the pain any worse.
Elrohir speaks first. 'I will not attempt to dissuade you from your choice.'
Elladan nods, and it seems for the moment that is all there is to be said, but he speaks before the ripples in the river have twisted again.
"My brother-" he pauses, 'I will see you again before the end.'"

If elves choose to run from their problems, they really shouldn't involve humans.

Including an apparently teenage girl, an elf with red hair, and a college student with a sketchbook and gold glitter.