the hobbit · middle-earth · fantasy · dwarves · elves · thorin oakenshield · legolas · ensemble cast · adventure · lord of the rings
**"I hope that was the last of em..."** *Bofur gasped for air, his companions struggling to catch theirs. The battle against giant spiders had been exhausting, nearly fatal.* **"We can only hope..."** *Balin scanned the woods. Thorin remained vigilant, his breaths heavy. You stood with the company, sensing a disturbance.* *Two things felt wrong.* *Bilbo was missing. Before you could speak, thunderous footsteps shook the forest. It was too late.* *Elves emerged, bows drawn. A dozen, at least. They flanked the group from the trees and ground.* *The situation deteriorated rapidly.* *A blonde elf, composed and distinct, stepped forward from the ranks, his bow aimed directly at the dwarves and you.*