#dwarrow

[ziv-art]

I can't quite articulate my desire for dwarves and flowers, there's just a certain poetry to it.

[elrondss]

here’s my first silly little attempt at a… dwarrowsona?? self-insert?? i’m not really sure of the right word to use tbh! basically just an oc based heavily on myself

i currently work with dogs, and i used to work with horses and sheep, so i thought it’d make sense for him to be a caretaker/trainer for Erebor’s battle rams! probably a bit of a farrier as well, for craft’s sake

now will i ever draw him again? mahal knows! but i had fun with it nonetheless 😆

[khazd-concentrate]

A WIP… coz I promise I actually am still drawing

[thedwarrowscholar]

Idk if this has been asked and if it has I wasn’t able to find it on the website. But what is the proper way plural way for dwarf? I see people go between dwarves and dwarrow.

Well met! Great question — and one with a bit of linguistic history to it!

When referring to the Dwarves of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, the proper plural of dwarf is either:

✅ Dwarves – the standard form popularised by J.R.R. Tolkien, used throughout The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. He coined it to give his Dwarves a distinct identity and tone, setting them apart from their fairy-tale counterparts.

✅ Dwarrows – an older, historically accurate plural from Middle English (dwerrows), itself from Proto-Germanic dwergaz, and possibly linked even further back to the Sanskrit dhvaras, meaning “demon.” This form is preserved in place names like Dwarrowdelf (an alternate name for Moria). Tolkien acknowledged it in his linguistic notes and considered it the most correct form historically.

❌ Dwarfs is the standard plural in modern English — but it should not be used when referring to Tolkien-style Dwarves. “Dwarfs” is associated with fairy-tale figures like those in Snow White — not the grim, proud, and battle-hardened folk of stone and forge from Middle-earth.

Tolkien himself famously complained in a 1938 letter that editors had “corrected” all his dwarves to dwarfs, saying he “let off [his] irritation in a snorter.” He strongly disapproved. In Appendix F of The Lord of the Rings, he explains that while dwarfs is technically correct in modern usage, it lacked the tone he was aiming for. He also noted that, if being fully faithful to linguistic history, dwarrows would have been the true plural.

💡 A quick note on dwarrow:

Not a plural — the correct plural is dwarrows

Can be used as a singular noun (a dwarrow stood watch)

Can also serve as an adjective in poetic or compound forms (e.g., dwarrow-make)

Rare in Tolkien’s works, but survives in the place name Dwarrowdelf

Adjective forms:

Dwarvish – Tolkien’s preferred form in later writings, especially for the language (Khuzdul), but also cultural or ethnic contexts

Dwarven – More common in fantasy games like D&D, usually applied to objects, craftsmanship, or architecture (e.g., Dwarven axe, Dwarven stronghold)

Dwarrow – Occasionally used poetically or stylistically as an adjective, particularly in fan writing or lore-inspired contexts (e.g., dwarrow-steel, dwarrow-lore) 🗿 And in Khuzdul?

Tolkien gave us the Dwarves’ own word for themselves in their secret language, Khuzdul:

Khuzd = a Dwarf (singular)

Khazâd = the Dwarves (plural)

You’ll find this in the famous battle cry: “Baruk Khazâd! Khazâd ai-mênu!” (Axes of the Dwarves! The Dwarves are upon you!)

And for those wondering about the name The Dwarrow Scholar — I chose it quite intentionally. The use of dwarrow unmistakably signals a connection to Tolkien’s legendarium. It evokes the poetic, ancient tone of his Dwarves, and sets them apart from more generic fantasy usage or fairy-tale associations.

Ever at your service, The Dwarrow Scholar

[numenoria]

Tolkien Disability Pride: The Hobbit Edition (Film ver) 💚

Here's some headcanons that randomly came to me on this beautiful Thursday evening

- Oin being gifted a small clip on hearing trumpet. It's stylish and he can now use both of his hands! He decorates it with gems and rune markings.

-Kili having adhd and using the stone Dís gave him as a stimtoy. He had a keepsake box filled with stones as a kid but lost them. Dís managed to save one and carve the rune into it. 💚

-Balin and Oin tending to (a very stubborn) Dwalin when his chronic migraines flare up. He demands to be left alone. They respect his privacy under the condition that he lie down and apply some herbal ointment Oin made for him. He secretly loves the herbal ointment and applies to other parts of his body as well.

-Thorin developing osteoarthritis and using a back brace. He has a blue one especially made to match his tunic.

-Davi ☽︎♡︎☾︎

[weird-obsessed-girl]

Bagginshield Fic Rec

I can’t believe I’ve had such an intense revival into The Hobbit Fandom after being obsessed with the movies when they came out just over 10 years ago now. There’s just some fandoms that have consistently amazing fanfics that are written beautifully and with such interesting concepts.

Some of these are a bit silly and cracky but i think that’s the appeal of The Hobbit, it’s a bit more cheerful than LOTR (vehemently ignoring Battle of the Five Armies)

So below is a list of fics I have loved reading organised by word count smallest to largest.

If you have any fics that you’ve read and don’t see here please share them with me! P.S, if you need more fics to read after these please check out the author’s other works.

Fanfiction Title - Author

Tags, description of fic | word count | rating

And Down the Road I Goes - pibroch (littleblackdog)

Kid!fic, mpreg, humour, dwobbits, beard problems | 1.3k | T

All That Glitters - BeautifulFiction

Everyone lives, post-BAFTA, Dwarven culture and customs, Dwarven jewellery | 1.5k | G

Truth - alkjira

Body image issues, post-BAFTA, everybody lives, Dwarven beauty standards | 1.9k | T

Brethren, Braids and a Bothersome Burglar - Frankensteins_Monster

Unintentional Dwarven courting, and then intentional after communication is cleared up, Hair Braiding | 2.3k | T

There is A Child - smileybagel

Foresight, canonical character death, Thorin POV | 2.7k | T

Of the King and Consort’s Portraits - undomiel (dolcewrites)

Cultural differences, painting portraits, Erebor and Shire Parallels, domestic fluff | 3.4K | T

Shorn - Avelera

Mourning ritual, Dwarf culture and customs, misunderstandings, pre-slash, Long-beards mentioned! 3.5k | G

A Chance to Make It Right - smileybagel

Thorin is offered a second chance, magical dreams of future children, second part to “There is A Child” | 3.6k | G

The Proper Way To Call You Mine - Fantasyinallforms

Hair braiding, post-BAFTA, misunderstandings, Fili and Kili meddling, getting together, jealous Thorin | 3.6k | T

And in our love u see golden things - Seungshi03

Goldsickness as a mental health condition, domestic fluff, consort Bilbo | 3.7k | G

Riddles in the Dark Brought into the Light - Lucigoo89

Everyone lives, post-BAFTA, PTSD, loooove fics where the trauma from the journey is included, background Dwalin/Nori | 3.8k | G

In More than the Wisdom of Years - jezebel_rising

Dis POV, everyone lives, reunions, Dis and Bilbo friendship | 4.2k | Not rated

A Dwarven Beauty - bevel_bee

Dwarven beauty standards, Bilbo is considered very attractive, but he’s very oblivious to the compliments, post-BAFTA | 4.6k | G

The Seven Gifts - snowmissus (soul_of_blaze)

Dwarf and hobbit courting, awkwardness, Bilbo remains in Erebor, miscommunication | 5.1k | G

The Stone’s Gift - SilverSkiesAtMidnight

Established relationship, consort Bilbo, “the Dwarven equivalent of cabbage patch hobbits”, dwarves made from literal stone, unplanned pregnancy | 5.2k | T

One Remedy for Gold Sickness (or maybe two) - randi2204

Bilbo uses an ancient hobbit remedy for greedy folks, flabbergasted dwarves | 5.8k | T * need to have an Ao3 account

Better an ugly face than an ugly mind - unpeumacabre

Dwarven beauty standards (and hobbit ones), Thorin POV | 6.1k | T

A Minor Problem - fideliant

Smut, thorin finds out Bilbo’s age, obliviousness to different species’ life expectancies | 6.4K | E

Bruises on the Heart - thehufflepuffhobbit

5 + 1 times, soulmate au, Thorin POV, bruises, sharing a bed, during the journey | 7.8k | E

Clue-finder - TheGrayKnight

Post-BAFTA, Dwarven courting, cultural differences | 9k | G

Queen Under the Mountain - benny_Laur

Character death (not really), Dis POV, I LOVE DIS, Requited love, Kili definitely should not be in charge of communications | 11k | Not rating

Call You Home - northerntrash

Hobbit culture, including hidden names (I like the hobbit side as it’s a popular trope that dwarves have hidden names), Thorin’s puppy-eyes, the company | 11.9K | Not rated

Planting a Hobbit - northerntrash

Everyone lives, post-BAFTA, homesickness, domestic fluff, Thorin builds Bilbo a garden trope! 13k | Not rated

Forget-Me-Not - kerkusa, LordOfTheRazzles

Established relationship, post-BAFTA, healing Thorin causes temporary amnesia, Dwarf and Hobbit courting (again) | 14k | G

Defying Death (or at least the ones in charge) - Lucigoo89

I have yet to read this yet but it looks very promising! Bilbo has died and now it’s time for him to smuggle himself into Mahalia Halls to see his love again | 15.1k | T

Ere Break of Day - alexaprilgarden

During the journey, falling in love, Dwarven Ones, soulmates, everyone lives, angst | 15.6k | E

The Different Shades of Bilbo’s Love - SunnyRose

Kid Bilbo wants to be friends with Thorin, consenting adult romance later on, friends to lovers, flower language, Belladonna Took! 17.5k | G

I have loved you and you have not known it - KaavyaWriting

Miscommunication, the company come up with a way of making friends with a hobbit that is inaccurate, jealous Thorin, during the journey | 17.7k | G

You Got Me - drunkonwriting

Company-centric, dwarf culture, fluff, during the journey, friendship fic | 18.9k | G

Gardening - The Feels Whale (miscellea)

Bilbo returns to Shire, Kid!fic, cabbage patch hobbits, Bilbo’s under the impression Thorin died (he’s wrong) | 19.7k | T

My Princess, My Love, Marry Me! - mordelle

Alt universe, Princess Thorin visits the Shire, pinning Bilbo, Thorin is considered ugly by Dwarven beauty standards, smut | 36.3k | E

[man-eating-unicorn]

So because it's been three straight days of me being unable to think of anything else I'm posting this little opening exert. An original draconic character insert to Tolkien's 'The Hobbit'. Perhaps it will peak someone's interest. Opening exert beneath the cut.

To Fight Fire with Fire.

As the sun's fiery edge dipped towards evening over the jagged stone of the Carrock, the company lit a fire to roast sheep and hare, courtesy of the eagles' bounty. Weariness was giving way to a hard-won relaxation when a distant sound broke the quiet. The group fell silent, their ears straining as a deep, primeval bellow echoed on the wind, sending vibrations through the air. The noise sent the company stumbling to their feet, faces set with alarm. Thorin's heart sank, and a creeping sense of dread stole over his frame.

“By the fires of Mahal,” he muttered to himself, “what new terror is this?” The bellow sounded once more, a deafening roar like the very foundations of the earth were being rent asunder, and sent shivers coursing down Thorin's spine in icy rivulets. His stomach plummeted like a stone cast into a bottomless chasm. It was coming towards them.

“What is that sound?” he calls to the wizard, who stands, mumbling to himself in far too pleased a fashion, and indeed a smile lingers on his face when he turns to answer.

“That, Master Oakenshield, is an old friend.” He replies, eyes glinting with a knowing light.

Thorin's scowl deepens in suspicion, though Gandalf disregards the expression, as he is wont to do.

“And a great ally in our quest if we can persuade him to lend us his aid, so leave the talking to me; perhaps this time diplomacy might prevail."

His statement contained a level of scolding that would have likely evoked many disagreeable grumblings and a tart rejoinder from Thorin, had everyone not been focused entirely on the distant shape flying towards them.

For one heart-stopping moment, panic fills Thorin as he sees what appears to be another dragon bearing down upon them. Yet as the creature draws nearer, he can see that its wingspan, while formidable, falls far short of the one that still haunts his days. Thorin will never forget the massive shadow that had swallowed the mountain like a shroud over the sun beneath Smaug's monstrous wings, and these do not compare. He can also make out a body that is strangely humanoid in form, as well as what may be a tail.

The wizard steps forward to meet this ‘old friend,’ blocking Thorin's view with the ridiculous swath of grey drapery he wears and cutting off any further clarity Thorin might have gained. The king takes the moment to survey his companions, whose faces are set with a mix of fatigue and wariness, before edging around Tharkun to position himself between the newcomer and his men. The company remains frozen, hands resting on weapon hilts with caution, their eyes fixed on the approaching figure as they whisper among themselves in hushed tones.

What alights upon the stone ledge appears to be some nightmarish cross between an elf and a dragon, standing tall over the wizard on clawed feet. Thorin half thinks to search for aspects of the pale orc in its visage, as if expecting to find that all his past foes had coalesced into this single, unsettling entity. Yet, apart from a complexion that appeared naturally pale, the stranger bore little resemblance to any orc. Though its face is Elven in its fairness, it is a superficial likeness at best. For no elf ever looked so sharp, so untamed, with long, dagger-like ears flicking beneath a wild mane of dark hair that tumbled over its shoulders and ethereal, glowing eyes. The cobalt scales scattered across the high planes of its face catch the firelight like tiny jewels. Thorin can glimpse long, taloned fingers, more scaling, and yes, the curve of a tail, before Tharkun interposes himself once more. He immediately shuffles the strange new being off to the side where a huddled conference ensues.

[khazdmazerb]

Disclaimer: this is very obviously a joke

I have just noticed their is a pretty big divide in the two kinds of female dwarrow people are drawing.

There are some that just little like small human women and others that are to my mind more canon and are usually born out of a love of the concept dwarven culture.

[dwarfdaddy]

thinking about bilbo baggins going completely native. hair long and braided, covered in furs, and draped in jewelry. his emotions bubbling near the surface and his skill in battle fast-tracked by experience and frequent practice with the most formidable dwarf warriors. that feral spark in his eye allowed to grow bigger and bigger, while he still maintains his predisposition to good manners. bilbo baggins as a meticulous diplomat, an innovative strategist, a sly warrior, and, above all, a fierce protector of his chosen family.

[elrondss]

another doodle of the guy bc he’s grown on me

Aulë’s children were not built for beast-taming. unfortunately someone’s gotta do it anyway 💀

[khazd-concentrate]

Not sure if I will post many WIPs on here coz it could get messy but

A dragon and it’s hoard

[siriuslyalittleshit]

the one thing (there's actually many things) that i don't understand about The Hobbit is how the people of Laketown insisted that they be given anything from Erebor immediately after the dragon died?

like, the dwarves just got there! they literally only just got inside this giant city in a mountain:

-1/4 (upper levels) destroyed from Smaug rampaging around

-they need to bury their dead

-Thorin said he would begin trade so everyone flourished

-Bard [understandably] actively voiced against Thorin

-inventory needs to be made of everything, including the dead

-food??? can they eat first? they just kicked a dragon out!

but then the people of Laketown are portrayed as victims of circumstance, instead of survivors that know how to make plenty out of nothing, when they're being greedy! how can 9 dwarves and 1 hobbit physically bring down enough coin to pay for anything, nevertheless rebuilding a whole city like Dale????

also, there are (at the time Bard comes to demand [DEMAND!!] payment) 13 dwarves and 1 hobbit inside a city to hold 1 million+ people. how can any of this happen?? it's stupid and Thorin (however afflicted with Dragon sickness) was right to give them nothing at the moment. the people of Laketown could have waited until more dwarrow came and renovations and trade agreements could be made.

[mrkida-art]

A dwarf wearing a partial wig

[myths0f01d]

The parallel is killing me only slightly

[catsvrsdogscatswin]

Since a lot of people enjoyed the "Legolas bluescreening" joke in my Boromir post, have some further Fun Elf Lore from the books:

Even aside from the reality-bending stuff Galadriel and Elrond can do with their rings, elves casually disregard the laws of physics all the time. Legolas stands (and runs!) without sinking in snow that's chest-deep for Aragorn and Boromir. Elves can also sleep -or at least, gain the same benefits- while walking upright, an ability Legolas taps into several times while chasing the orcs that kidnapped Merry and Pippin.

Middle Earth used to be flat: you could sail west from the coast by the Shire and eventually hit the Undying Lands. Due to a long story of hubris, the gods got pissed and said "Fuck this, *unflats your earth*" and made the world a globe. Elves, however, were broadly exempted from this rule, which is both why they can still sail to the Undying Lands when no one else can and why they have such incredibly keen vision: they can ignore petty human concerns like "there's a horizon in the way" when sighting in on something.

The distinction between elf groups is broadly a matter of academic degree. Middle Earth was created via a Very Large Choir, which foretold the coming of Elves and Men (not dwarves: I'll get to that in a minute) but left the gods with a terribly long wait time until things actually happened. When Elves did finally show up, the gods were ecstatic and invited them all to hang out. The elves that went to the Undying Lands learned magic and wonders beyond mortal comprehension at the feet of Valar, which makes them automatically wiser and more powerful than the elves who loved Middle Earth more and never left. Basically, they went to Elf Uni and got a diploma while everyone else stayed home.

Galadriel was born and raised in the Undying Lands, and Elrond has a doctorate by descent, as does Arwen. No one from Mirkwood ever went to Elf Uni, which may partially explain why Thranduil is Like That.

"Wait why are the smart elves back in Middle Earth if they moved overseas?" A) Not all of them did come back and B) those that left the Undying Lands did so because Feanor involved them in a property dispute so big the Simarillion got named after it.

Who is Feanor, you ask? Feanor was an elf from the Undying Lands who made the shiniest bangingest blinging-est jewels to ever exist, and when they got stolen by Sauron's precursor/old boss Morgoth, he swore an oath to bind his entire line to the act of dire vengeance and dragged half the elven population of the Undying Lands back to Middle Earth after him in search of said gems. Morgoth also killed Feanor's dad on the way out after robbing him, but the patricide is mostly an afterthought to He Stole My Rocks!!!

If the elves of Middle Earth are involved with a non-Sauron-based conflict (and sometimes even when they are) there is a 98% chance that it is somehow, ancestrally, indirectly, the fault of Feanor and That Goddamn Oath. Except Mirkwood's beef with the Lonely Mountain -that's one of the sole outliers.

One of the first Elf-Men encounters was Galadriel's brother Finrod deciding that the best way to greet this new race was by sneaking into a warcamp full of sleeping humans and playing a harp solo to assure them of his harmlessness. This is objectively batshit, but it did in fact work, so Nat 20 for him I guess. He later died after being captured by Sauron; he was mortally wounded while fighting a werewolf in defense of a friend, which he managed to kill naked and weaponless. Another Nat 20, RIP.

Dwarves and elves tend to dislike each other due to Ancestral Curse of Thinking You Have Bad Vibes. Back during the long wait for sentient beings to show up, the smith god Mahal (Aulë to the elves) got impatient and made the seven dwarf lords. When Eru politely if frigidly asked him what the hell he thought he was doing, Mahal humbly explained that the wait was taking forever and he craved people to infodump at teach who shared his love of crafting. Eru felt that that was fair enough and accepted dwarves into the universal family, but added in admonition that "Since they're adopted, they and my eldest aren't going to get along. Also you have to put them back in a hole and wait for the elves to show up because you can't just jump the queue like that."

[moonkidphrase]

Frodo: i will take the ring to Mordor!

every single dwarf in the room: *collective sigh of relief* oh thank Mahal we’re taking a hobbit