I LOVED your SFW alphabet with Fili! Could you do Thorin next?? 🫶🤍
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A = Affection (How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?) He's an affectionate person, but Thorin isn't good at public displays of affection - when it comes to giving it to you. He will, however, not protest if you're the one who initiates it. So, if you're a big fan of hand holding or kisses then he'll happily do it for. However, he also needs you to know that he cares for you, that he would move mountains for you. So Thorin mainly does it in two ways, the first being acts of service. The thing you mentioned that needs to be done? It's completed, and not just by any dwarf - he needs to make sure he's either done by him or one of the best in the realm. He's been working for most of his life, so is pretty adept to when it will become stressful. As such, he often prepares things ahead of time - like a relaxing bath or finely cooked meal - so that you can stay on top of everything.
And of course, as a dwarf, his most prominent love language is gift giving. Almost always has a long project for you on the go - such as an extravagant necklace, or a new sword (with only the perfect mixture of ornate and practical). He also will bring you smaller gifts, a collection of rings made from a new vein of rubies, or the final knife he made (that secretly had you in mind). If you'd met while he was still working as a blacksmith then Thorin would still try to bring you gifts - putting just as much time into them. They wouldn't be made of the same materials, and he sheepishly apologises about the pendant he presents you. In his eyes it doesn't matter that it's almost perfect, but that you deserve more than a pendant made from metal saved up from scrapped swords. To you, it matters not the materials but the time and love clearly put into it.
B = Best friend (What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?) Thorin is a very good friend - although more in a I-will-support-and-die-for-you than a lets-go-hang-out today friend. We've seen it with all of his companions, and if you were his friend he would give you the same loyalty. The friendship probably evolves over time, starting with spending time together in a job or similar way, and eventually building up into wanting to spend time with you because you're friends - and not because you simply need to spend time together. It also means that when you finally confirm 'we're friends, right?' that it's slightly awkward, because you've already known each other for so long. (He laughs before saying 'of course'.)
C = Cuddles (Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?) Thorin is fine with cuddling, although generally it will just be a hug with him - so you're the one to pull the dwarf back. The first time you do it he freezes up, looking at you and tensing before slowly relaxing into your touch. Once it's done a few times he's quick to envelope you when he realises that's what you want. Thorin is also very much the big spoon, he enjoys cuddling and the physical contact - but he also enjoys it because it keeps you safe and close to him.
D = Domestic (Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?) Thorin will go to Erebor, and therefore very much wants to settle down. He wants his home back. He's actually very good at cleaning, to an almost unusual amount, and you almost can't tell he's been at work in the mines for a day. A lot of this comes from his sense of pride in a home, and that - for him - cleanliness is one of the best ways to keep control of a home (while he's not in Erebor). And he cares too deeply about Erebor to let it be dirty. Cooking is something he's decent at, but he doesn't excelle in the field.
E = Ending (If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?) Is very open and honest about this. He speaks to you before, multiple times, and desperately wants you to stay with him. However he also won't stay with someone who makes him unhappy, so instead sits and talks it over - explaining his reasons, but lacking some emotion.
F = Fiance(e) (How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?) Commitment is something that's always in the back of his mind, as he's a prince. But he also knows that things may not last forever. So although he goes into a relationship fully committed, Thorin isn't sure if you'll be his forever. But within only a few months, he realises that you are the one he wants to make his one and only. You are the one he wants to be with forever. He proposes fairly quickly, wanting to show his loyalty, but waits to get married until Erebor is reclaimed. Thorin wants the two of you to get married in outfits embroidered with diamonds, walking in the halls of his ancestors - and swearing the oath that will make you his fellow monarch in the halls you will be ruler in.
G = Gentle (How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?) Thorin is not a particularly emotionally gentle person, but that doesn't mean that he is brash or uncaring. He still cares about you immensely, spending time with you - asking how you are and if you ever need anything. It's gentle but consistent, and you know that he will listen without judgement - and that he will help you the most he can. However, Thorin is very physically gentle. He will hug you as though you are made of the frailest glass, and when he holds your hand it's always a gentle slip into yours to let you draw away if you don't want to. Sometimes you'll reprimand him about it, and he does always apologise.
"I am sorry, my love. But when you are taught to be careful with treasures your entire life, it is difficult to break that habit."
H = Hugs (Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?) Thorin is neutral about hugs as a thing, but he's a fan of the physical contact and the feeling of protection it gives the both of you. Depending on the height difference he'll either lean his head on you, or wait for you to lean your head onto his. It's still one of the most socially acceptable ways to show physical affection, and he does it a lot with friends, so you get hugged a lot - there are simply things he'd rather do. His hugs are gentle, but once you convince him they start off slightly harder - still not squeezing you enough to bring discomfort, but enough to reassure you he's here.
I = I love you (How fast do they say the L-word?) Thorin's realisation that he loves you comes slowly, and although he's been with you for a time - so subconsciously known it - the thought had never truly been realised. And then he does. And once that occurs, it takes almost no time for him to say 'I love you'.
J = Jealousy (How jealous do they get? What do they do when they’re jealous?) He's a pretty jealous person, even though he knows you're not going you leave him. It's fairly obvious, with him generally glowering at the person before making his way over to you so he can be next to you. He will then be very brusque to that person, not even hiding his attempt to either drive them away, or give them a warning that you're taken. He can put this aside if he needs to, like if it's on a very important diplomatic mission, but even then he's still ruder to that person - and it's obvious to people who know him well.
K = Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?) Thorin's kissing is deeper and needy, not rough - but not as gentle as his other touches. He will start off just as gentle, the kiss simply asking if you want more of it. Still looking into your eyes, and then when you deepen it he instantly deepens it back. He enjoys kissing you on the lips, and that's where he kisses you the most - however if you're too much taller than him (although he still kisses you the same way) then he's also a fan of kissing your hand. It's a greeting, sometimes, him kissing your hand before giving a knowing smile.
Enjoys being kissed on the lips the most, but also enjoys being kissed on the forehead (especially if you're taller than him). He will, however, never admit this.
L = Little ones (How are they around children?) Isn't very good with children. He can deal with them, but he doesn't particularly like them. Thorin generally avoids them, or plans out his interactions beforehand - such as a speech in a place he knows they'll be. However he would be a very good father. But only to his child.
M = Morning (How are mornings spent with them?) Tends to wake up early, but not always to do anything. Often he will wake up and look at you next to him, and just lay there - content in the fact that you love him, and that the both of you are there for each other. When you wake up he's next to you, giving you a gentle kiss before greeting you - his voice still sleepy from lack of use. Very occasionally, such as if he wakes up particularly early, he will go to do things but always stays closer to you. When you wake up on those days, most small tasks are completed and a breakfast is ready.
N = Night (How are nights spent with them?) Will come home after a day and immediately go to you, expressing how he missed you and he's glad you here. Often asks you to tell him about your day and he'll share his in exchange. Occasionally, you'll realise that he's not come home and find him slaving over paperwork or some new crafting. He apologises, but will sometimes make mistakes. Reassures you that it's always him being dwarven, and never a slight on you.
O = Open (When would they start revealing things about themselves? Do they say everything all at once or wait a while to reveal things slowly?) He would wait a while to reveal everything to you, but that's just because he's not someone who often talks about himself. Also, a large amount of the things he could say to you relate to Erebor and his role before it's destruction, which he understandably doesn't enjoy taking about. When he does it's quite expository, and more factual than anything else. Thorin does become a lot more open once Erebor has been reclaimed, walking you through the halls while telling tales of his life within them.
P = Patience (How easily angered are they?) He's ok with his temper. It's more easy to get him irritated, but he also doesn't actually lose his temper very easily. Makes his annoyance obvious, but doesn't often lose temper. When he does lose his temper, he always apologises afterwards.
Q = Quizzes (How much would they remember about you? Do they remember every little detail you mention in passing, or do they kind of forget everything?) Thorin remembers a lot about you, to a very impressive degree. It's also never something he particularly draws attention to, so the first few times he's able to remember a - what you deem as - insignificant fact you're surprised. And then it keeps happening. Has a small notebook in which he sketches or writes ideas about gifts for you. A large part of this notebook is simply things you like that he could turn into gifts for you.
R = Remember (What is their favorite moment in your relationship?) His favourite moment of the two of you together is when Thorin finally realises that he loves you. The two of you are together after a long day, and you've gently leaned into him - almost sleeping on him, although you're still awake. As the two of you are so close together he can almost feel your heartbeat, how the two of you are so matched. How the two of you are so close. How he loves you.
The realisation puts a smile on his face, one which you barely notice and so ask what's going on. He shakes his head with a smile. "I love you."
S = Security (How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?) Thorin is very protective of you, both generally and in romantic terms. He needs to make sure that his heart will be safe - and he's already lost so much. Would also give you a bodyguard if he could, but respects that you may not want someone constantly around you. So instead he tries to be around you as much as he can, and also focuses a lot on armour and weaponry. In fact, a lot of gifts early in your relationship and quite battle-oriented (and he is more than happy to spend time with you if you need to learn techniques).
T = Try (How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?) Puts a lot of effort into gifts, as previously stated, and also puts a lot of effort into anniversaries and dates. Some of the things he looks forward too most are his dates between the two of you - so of course he tries as hard as he can to make them special for you. Anniversaries are always a big deal, but they get especially extravagant once he becomes king. Thorin prefers to hire help for everyday tasks, simply because he'd rather someone else do it.
U = Ugly (What would be some bad habits of theirs?) Thorin's greatest flaw is that he's stubborn, even if his loved one is trying to get him to back down. It is possible to get through to him, but takes a lot of effort and energy. He does get better once Erebor is reclaimed, but this stubborness is a part of him - not just because of his troubles, but his personality.
V = Vanity (How concerned are they with their looks?) He wants to look nice, both in terms of his physical appearance and his clothes. Also, he enjoys when you see him and blush. Dwarves generally spend a lot of time on their beards, which I feel extends to the rest of their body - especially royal dwarves.
W = Whole (Would they feel incomplete without you?) Once Thorin has truly fallen in love with you, he would certainly feel incomplete if he was to lose you. Thorin deeply cares about the things that are important to him, and you are probably one of - if not the - most important thing go him. It would be something that he would deal with forever; a hurt that gets better but never truly heals.
X = Xtra (A random headcanon for them.) Thorin is actually a sapphire person. He thinks it brings out his eyes, and although white gems are preferable they pale in comparison to the Arkenstone. Gifts he gives to you are often made of sapphires, unless you've expressed preferences.
Y = Yuck (What are some things they wouldn’t like, either in general or in a partner?) Thorin cares too much about Erebor to leave it for anyone, but he also doesn't want his beloved to be unhappy - so if he had to chose between the two of you he'd chose Erebor.
Z = Zzz (What is a sleep habits of theirs?) Manages to go to sleep fairly quickly, and wakes up fairly early as well. He will generally follow you into bed, and picks up a lot of your sleep schedules.
A/N : Sorry for the wait darling, but hopefully you enjoyed this! My hobbit works are slowly increasing, but you guys seem to be enjoying them? (subtly asks for feedback, *wink, wink*)
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