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until the end of days

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what do you fear, my lady?

a cage

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Some Lord of the Rings stationary for SDCC! Featuring cozy Hobbit Hole sticky notes and some Fellowship washi tape 🌱🏔️☁️

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Taken by Samwise💕

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Finally decided to figure out my vision of the Fellowship based on the books as a celebration of getting a tattoo of Tolkien's Old Man Willow in couple of weeks :D

This story has always had a special place in my life so this was an amazing experience. I went kinda overboard so hobbits without travel cloaks and coats on top of super long yapping session about my design choises under the cut (I might be insane)

Gandalf:

I decided to include blue tones in his othervise gray desing because Tolkien many times gave him blue clothing pieces. For example, in the Hobbit he is described to have blue, long hat and in last parts of LOTR, just before the hobbits arrive to the Shire, he has a blue mantle. He also wears black boots, so I had to include them. I also love the idea that Gandalf has a gem-like stone in his staff that he lights up during the Moria part of LOTR. (I always thought that all wizards have some kind of special stone which represent them/their powers on top of their staffs)

Aragorn:

I approached this design thinking that this man has walked his whole life in nature, so I went with earthy tones for easy concealment in the wilds and shaggy looking clothes with small parts that wink at his noble lineage. Things I really wanted to include from the books to this look was the long boots and gray streaks in Aragorn's hair, because c'mon gray accents in otherwise black shaggy hair is the best idea Tolkien had for description of any character. I also wanted to include the elfstone he keeps showing off in the books and the star shaped clasp that his Dúnedain brethen have. His eyes are gray as Tolkien described, even though they are mostly hidden by his hair, lol. I also decided that Aragorn would gave pretty dark skin because his close ancestry to Númenorians, who were originally seafaring folk. It means that their skin would have been in straight sunlight during their long times in ships. Aragorn would also have been walking under the sun his whole long life, being Dúnadan and all.

Boromir:

This one was the hardest desing to do because of two reasons: 1. Boromir is my favourite character and I needed somehow not to give him super special treatment and 2. I actually love his look in the movies so making something all of my own was HARD. (I actually did steal the arm guards from the movies but they are such a great idea that I couldn't fully remove them from my mind) BUT enough yapping about him and onto his actual design: I wanted to show his high standing by giving him clothes with colors that have been expensive to make and also include the fact that Tolkien says that he has dark hair. I also love that Tolkien describes Boromir having fur lined cloak and silver collar with some kind of a stone in it, so I kinda went overboard with these two details. Lastly I added some silver tree motifs in his shirt and riding boots because he had started the jorney to Rivendel by horseback. I really went with my vibes with the horn because only thing I remember Tolkien saying about its design was it being silver tipped.

Gimli:

I hate drawing armor so this was actually hard design to set up too. I based everything on rectangular shapes to contrast Legolas' own natural ones and I really wanted to add a lot braids in his hair. I also tried to make refrences to Moria in his clothes because of its central importance to dwarfs. I really can't say anything deep about the colors other than I gave him a silver belt similiar to his dad's as a nice nod to his lineage. I also wanted to show that Gimli has used a lot of his life around hot forges and fires, so he has strong skin that is accustomed to it.

Legolas:

As I said, I tried to base all his decorations on natural shapes and looked into what kind of things archers usually wear. I talked about his footwear with my brother, and he suggested sandals that are easy to remove. I instantly fell in love with that idea. It makes it easier to Legolas to connect with the nature around him and walk barefeet if he wants to. He does have his dagger, but I like to think he has it stored horizontally in his belt at his back.

The hobbits:

So I wanted to give them as colorful, soft and comfortable clothes as possible and based them on 1900s english fashion. The gentlehobbits have different types of wests while Sam has his trusty gardening overalls with a lot of pockets to store tools and seeds in. I see Pippin having the most colorful clothes of all the hobbits so he has combination of red, green, yellow and brown in his clothes. At other side of this color variety is Frodo who would probably use one color suit combinations that are easy to move in.

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well I decided to post all modern au designs together

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good afternoon fandom i have a contribution

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Y'all I had some free time today so I put it to good use: adding bows to some LotR characters. Part two here. Enjoy!

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Gandalf always walking at the back of the Fellowship, ensuring no one is left behind—even if it means listening to Pippin’s endless chatter. (Which he secretly enjoys)

Gandalf making sure Frodo never feels truly alone, offering quiet wisdom when the burden grows too heavy.

Gandalf lighting his staff just a little brighter when he sees fear in the hobbits’ eyes, pretending it’s nothing more than practicality.

Gandalf exchanging knowing glances with Aragorn, a silent understanding passing between them in moments of uncertainty.

Gandalf subtly guiding Boromir away when he sees the Ring’s pull growing stronger, giving him a chance to steady himself.

Gandalf answering Sam’s curious questions about old stories, always taking the time to nurture his wonder.

Gandalf shaking his head fondly when Legolas and Gimli bicker, but letting them be—knowing that bonds are often forged in fire.

Gandalf rolling his eyes at Merry and Pippin’s antics but never truly stopping them, knowing that laughter is as necessary as a sword.

Gandalf pausing on long journeys to let the Fellowship rest, disguising his concern as “simply needing a moment to think.”

Gandalf proving, time and time again, that he is more than just a wizard—he is a guide, a guardian, and a light in the darkness.

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Aragorn instinctively guiding the hobbits through rough terrain, slowing his pace so they don’t struggle to keep up.

Aragorn quietly tending to the Fellowship’s wounds after battle, his hands steady and gentle despite the weight he carries.

Aragorn listening to Boromir speak of Gondor, letting him reminisce about home without judgment or rivalry.

Aragorn exchanging silent nods with Legolas and Gimli before battle, a wordless promise that they will fight—and survive—together.

Aragorn sitting with Frodo on sleepless nights, offering quiet reassurances without the need for grand speeches.

Aragorn teaching Merry and Pippin small survival tricks, amused but impressed when they take his lessons seriously.

Aragorn humming old songs from his childhood as they travel, his voice low and steady, bringing comfort to those who listen.

Aragorn taking moments to just be—to close his eyes and breathe in the scent of trees and earth, grounding himself in the present.

Aragorn proving, time and time again, that he is more than just a king—he is a protector, and a man who never stops caring.

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Gimli making sure the hobbits are always warm, grumbling about their “ridiculous lack of insulation” while secretly tucking extra blankets around them at night.

Gimli telling Legolas stories of Erebor, watching with satisfaction as the elf actually listens with genuine interest.

Gimli subtly keeping an eye on Boromir, recognizing the weight of duty in his stance and understanding it more than he lets on.

Gimli showing Pippin how to properly hold an axe, despite muttering that it’s “too big for a hobbit” (but still making sure it fits him well).

Gimli standing guard with Aragorn, sharing quiet words about fallen kin, kings, and the legacies they carry.

Gimli speaking gently to Frodo when he sees the exhaustion in his eyes, reminding him that even the strongest stone needs rest.

Gimli taking the time to properly sharpen everyone’s weapons, because “if we’re fighting for our lives, we may as well do it properly.”

Gimli proving, time and time again, that he is more than just a warrior—he is a friend, a shield, and a heart as unyielding as the mountains he calls home.

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elrond

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Are you ever not thinking about boromir? (Me too girl, with another man species blorbo in lotr)

there are 24 hours in a day and i think of boromir for minimum 23 of them

it’s so funny because my first watch of lotr i didn’t really pay attention to him at all but then i read the books and re-watched the films a few times and i became fiercely compassionate towards him and had such guilt for his character and his outcome and i WILL go to war for him

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Boromir sparring with Aragorn, not just as warriors but as brothers-in-arms, trading stories of Gondor and the North as they rest between bouts.

Boromir asking Frodo about this book that hes been fixated on for 30 minutes, genuinely interesting to know more about the hobbit.

Boromir teaching Sam about Gondorian cooking, laughing as they debate the best way to season a stew.

Boromir joining in on one of Gimli and Legolas’ competitions—not with a bow or an axe, but by arm-wrestling Gimli and seeing who can drink the most ale without faltering. Maybe even cracking a joke or two about what his human eyes see.

Boromir standing watch with Aragorn on cold nights, speaking softly of Minas Tirith’s white walls, of duty and family, and listening when Aragorn speaks of his own burdens. Growing closer to him, and recognizing him as his king, and his brother.

Boromir humming an old Gondorian tune as they march, filling the empty spaces with warmth.

Boromir promising Merry he’ll teach him how to properly wield a sword, not as a child playing at battle, but as a warrior who deserves to know how to fight.

Boromir placing a comforting hand on Legolas’ shoulder after Gandalfs death, recognizing that the immortal did not understand death.

Boromir catching Pippin after he when trips while walking, always looking after the young hobbit.

Boromir making sure everyone is accounted for before resting, always putting the Company before himself.

Boromir being more than just the man who fell—being the man who loved, who laughed, who cared.

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Hey you know how Pippin and Diamond had a son and they named him Faramir? And then they introduced him to his namesake and he immediately gained the biggest uncle ever? And how Faramir and Elboron would pal around together and became close lifelong friends? And how Faramir and Elboron both took after their fathers, in that Elboron became a gentle scholar who helped restore lasting peace between Gondor and Harad and Faramir became the fightingest Thain Tuckborough had produced in generations and carried his father's sword and was known for leading the defense of the Evendim Road in the goblin skirmishes following the restoration of Annúminas? Okay so only the first line is actually canon but the rest is also canon