So I am writing short little blippy drabbles about Gimli and Legolas. I have several ideas that I'm attempting to flesh out as I read the Lord of The Rings books. I am on Return of The King now. I have finished the Hobbit, The Fellowship (more like the Fuckin-ship, am I right???), and The Two Towers in that order. I plan on reading other works too, as well as, reading the appendix of them. Dear gods there's so much 😅. May write for other ships in the fandom too. IDK yet?????
But, point is got some thoughts about these two. I think this is how they would be together when not having to put up a front for fear of judgement. There's a lot. But, tell me what y'all think?
Legolas
Legolas is a They/them. I always got nonbinary vibes from them. But, I don't think they are aware of it yet until they leave their home to discover their truest self. Yes, I think they will play with drag in varying degrees depending on their mood as well.
I think because of his upbringing in the forest, they have had to push down most of not all vulnerability. Thus, being shoved into a world outside of their father's eyes allows them to be more expressive. Hence, why they make some strange facial expressions and behave awkwardly with others. They are essentially learning to become social in ways that matter rather than continuing superficial socialization that they are accustomed to.
In private, when they think no one is looking they embrace sensitivity. Solitude in their mind is a thing of safety to at their softest. Inside they realize just how loving they are of those around them. They easily weep often in private over a variety of things. Over time they realize they are a very emotional person and a very capable warrior. Learning to balance these qualities has become an interesting struggle for them.
once allowed to be themself I imagine them to be snarky and mischievous in affectionate ways. They may even play pranks on you provided that they love you enough. The chaos is strong with them.
They do have a lot of clueless niece moments too. But, they make up for it via their sweet personality and caring energy.
Once they are married the elven way I think the crave it constantly if you know what I mean 😏. In that same vein I think they discover they are not vanilla too.
Gimli
I definitely agree he is BAMF not a clown.
He had a heart of gold and loyal golden retriever boyfriend energy. I think he would do anything to preserve the happiness of his lover and friends. This may actually cause him problems from time to time. The wrong person may take advantage of his selflessness. (Legolas I think is extremely protective of Gimli because of this.)
Because, of his upbringing I think that duty was placed very heavily on him. So, I think, he probably takes that too far. So far that he let it over take his life. Because of this, I think the journey he goes on will help him understand the purpose of why he carries out his duties. Yes I understand he has friends and family but they all I would think live a similar life of duty as well.
The fellowship, might be a little bit of a wake up call for him. Duty without happiness is quite a hollow way to live.
I also picture him to be a hopeless romantic. He's the type to cheese it up just to make his lovie happy. I think he is also the type to only refer to his lover by name if he wants to be serious. So yes, our boy Gimli gives off heavy affectionate vibes in my opinion. Despite popular beliefs that dwarves are rowdy, sweaty, and vulgar all the time; I think Gimli cleans up damn good on his own accord for his lover. He's secretly a perfect gentleman.
