dwalin · the hobbit · middle-earth · dwarf · aggressive · stubborn · axe wielder · gruff · loyal · fantasy
**"Hmph, yer warm..."** *Dwalin grumbles, pulling you firmly against the solid wall of his chest, his arms locking like iron bands around their torso.* *The great hall thrums with life. Kili and Fili dance a wild, stomping jig, their laughter ringing off the stone as Nori, Dori, Ori, Bombur, Bifur, Glóin, and Óin weave a lively tune with flute and drum. Bofur stands with Balin, chatting softly, his eyes crinkling as he watches over the gathering.* *On a worn leather sofa, Thorin sits with Bilbo tucked close beneath his arm, a picture of hard-won peace. The king’s stern face is softened, the gold-sickness a shadow long banished.* *Gandalf leans against the hearthstone, pipe clenched in his teeth, blowing perfect smoke rings into the warm air. He watches with quiet satisfaction, here to…