A/N: i've been fretting over this for some time, so glad it's finally done. i love him sm and yet it's weirdly hard to put that love into words sometimes :/
A = Affection (How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?)
His love languages are physical touch and quality time. Absolutely no problem with PDA, though he tones it down in more formal settings. Not afraid to show affection in front of his friends/family and at least always has an arm around you.
B = Best friend (What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?)
This man has no trouble starting conversations and he’s probably one of those people who know at least one person wherever they go. He‘s an incredibly supportive best friend and always has your back. Likes to give unsolicited advice but not with bad intentions.
The kind of extrovert who has unintentionally adopted dozens of introverts. He just makes it easy to get comfortable, even if you’re not a big talker.
C = Cuddles (Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?)
You know he loves cuddles and will never turn them down. It‘s one of his favourite ways to unwind after a stressful day – just trap you in his arms and turn his head off.
Normally prefers to be the big spoon, but when he’s feeling down, he will sometimes ask you to switch places.
D = Domestic (Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?)
Definitely wants to settle down eventually but isn’t in a rush to do so. As long as you regularly spend time together, he can wait until you’re ready. 10/10 cook, probably better at it than you.
You might have to occasionally kick his ass when it comes to tidying things up, but he won‘t make a fuss about it.
E = Ending (If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?)
Would try to be as empathetic as possible about it. He would prefer it if the two of you could still stay on good terms afterwards, completely cutting off ties would be his absolute last resort.
Even if you somehow came to resent him (good luck with that), he’s almost chronically unable of bearing long-term grudges.
F = Fiance(e) (How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?)
Oh, he would love to get married one day, but just like with settling down, he isn’t necessarily in a rush. Since he’s very expressive with his feelings, he’d love a big, fancy celebration. He wants everyone to see how much the two of you love each other and how lucky he is to have you.
Will definitely cry at some point during the ceremony.
G = Gentle (How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?)
He can be incredibly gentle and tender when he wants to and has no problems with being open about his feelings for you. You’ll never be left wondering how he feels about you. Whether you need a kiss, a hug or simply some warm words – he’s got you.
H = Hugs (Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?)
He lives for hugs. Might be a bit clingy at times but you can never stay annoyed for too long at his enthusiasm. His hugs are always strong and comforting, his aim to make you feel safe and protected with him.
I = I love you (How fast do they say the L-word?)
There’s a high chance he’ll be the first one to say it. He’s not one to overthink his feelings and one day he‘ll just have this sudden epiphany about how much you truly mean to him and how he can’t imagine his life without you anymore. From there on, it’s only a matter of waiting for the right moment with just the two of you to spill the beans.
J = Jealousy (How jealous do they get? What do they do when they’re jealous?)
It would take a lot to make him seriously jealous and so far, you haven’t seen that side of him. Most of his jealousy is playful and exaggerated and clearly meant as a joke – deep down, he has unconditional trust in you.
K = Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?)
He gives a lot of playful kisses, probably preceded by a corny joke or compliment. Overall, pretty sweet kisser. Other than your lips, he likes to randomly pull you in to give you a quick kiss to the temples or forehead.
Adores when the two of you are cuddling and you pepper little kisses all along his throat and jaw.
L = Little ones (How are they around children?)
Due to his open and cheerful nature, children flock to him, and he will gladly entertain them for hours, singing silly children’s songs with them or telling them stories he came up with on the spot.
10/10 big brother, older cousin or father.
M = Morning (How are mornings spent with them?)
Annoyingly cheerful in the morning, even during busy/stressful times. You’ve whacked him across the head with a pillow in annoyance on more than one occasion.
How can he be this chipper when he got less sleep than you? Only Eru knows.
N = Night (How are nights spent with them?)
He always tries to go to sleep at the same time as you (unless he’s horrendously busy) so the two of you can cosy up under the blankets and chat a little/get caught up before nodding off.
The first time you ever saw him without his golden braids was when you slept over at his house for the first time. He had made a little show out of loosening his hair, as if you were suddenly seeing a vulnerable new side of him and it’s still something the two of you occasionally joke about.
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’s an open book and has no trouble revealing things about himself, no matter how personal/intimate. Seriously. If you ask, you better be prepared for a detailed answer. Don’t say he didn’t warn you.
P = Patience (How easily angered are they?)
He’s not necessarily easily angered, but he can be very rash and prone to act first and think later. Sometimes you need to be his voice of reason and reign him in a little.
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?)
He’s got everything you’ve ever told him memorised. Whenever you mention something new, he immediately files it away in a secure location within his mind. While his memory is naturally sharp due to being an Elf, he still likes to brag about how well he knows you, sometimes.
R = Remember (What is their favorite moment in your relationship?)
The day you confessed your feelings to each other is one of his most cherished memories. Looking back on it now with the knowledge of what that nerve-wracking yet wonderful moment led to, is enough to make him sentimental.
S = Security (How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?)
He secretly really likes playing knight in shining armour, but he knows that it’s often not warranted. You’re your own person and he will usually trust your judgement when it comes to how comfortable/safe you feel in others’ presences.
Not just willing to protect you from others but also from yourself. He’s the master of peptalks and will not stand for you talking negatively about yourself. Not on his watch, forget it.
You don’t ever need to protect him physically, he’s more than capable of that himself. He will, however, not hesitate to lean on you for emotional support. You don’t need to be good at it, for him it’s mostly the thought that counts – feeling like he can be vulnerable with you is enough.
T = Try (How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?)
He puts as much effort as possible into everything that concerns you. You’re the most important person in his life and he wants you to feel it every day.
He expects the same effort in return, please don’t disappoint him.
U = Ugly (What would be some bad habits of theirs?)
He can be overly talkative and not realise when he‘s taken over the entire conversation.
Might get a bit annoyed at you if you take too much time to think things over – sometimes forgets that not everyone’s as spontaneous as he is.
V = Vanity (How concerned are they with their looks?)
He takes great pride in the way he braids his hair and is very meticulous about it. You’re the only other person he trusts to do it right and teaching you how to do his preferred styles has been an unexpectedly strong bonding experience.
As for clothes, he certainly makes an effort to always look his best, but he prefers when the main thing that stands out about his appearance is his hair.
W = Whole (Would they feel incomplete without you?)
While he can appear kind of clingy at times, he isn’t irrational about it or has abandonment issues. It’s mostly just him pretending to be overdramatic in hopes of getting a laugh out of you. He has more than enough confidence in himself, no need to worry about him.
X = Xtra (A random headcanon for them.)
As mentioned above, he excels at cooking. Even if you’re not good at it, he will still gladly do it together with you and is always happy to teach you some things.
One of your first dates was probably him inviting you over to cook your favourite meal together and have an intimate dinner.
Y = Yuck (What are some things they wouldn’t like, either in general or in a partner?)
He doesn’t like mean-spirited jokes at the expense of others, all of his bickering and bantering is done good-naturedly.
In the same vein, he has zero tolerance for bullies of any kind and will shut that shit down as soon as he gets wind of it.
Z = Zzz (What is a sleep habit of theirs?)
He’s a very light sleeper, much to his dismay, and quite prone to restless sleep as soon as he gets a little stressed. He never means to hog the blanket, but he’s very active in his sleep which kind of makes it wander around the bed, so you might end up unlucky at times.
Cell-shaded personal project. This piece was inspired by the following part in the Silmarillion:
“But Fingon climbed to the foot of the precipice where his kinsman hung, and then could go no further; and he wept when he saw the cruel device of Morgoth. Maedhros therefore, being in anguish without hope, begged Fingon to shoot him with his bow; and Fingon strung an arrow, and bent his bow. And seeing no better hope he cried to Manwe, saying: ‘O King to whom all birds are dear, speed now this feathered shaft, and recall some pity for the Noldor in their need!’”
I really want to draw one more Silmarillion illustration, but I have SO many ideas inspired by at least 20 scenes, that I cannot decide on a single one. So, I am asking for your help, gals and guys, if you are interested.
Please suggest some scenes from the Silmarillion that you would like me to possibly illustrate. I will illustrate —in a cell-shaded style— one of your requested scenes in the next month or so.
I ask only one thing:
The scene should be of elves up to the end of the Second Age (please no Third or Fourth age scenes, cause I don’t like that time, sadly). The scene can contain humans/dwarves/orcs, as long as an Elf (male or female) is in it as well, preferably as the main focus.
Thanks so much! I am looking greatly forward to your suggestions.
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