This series highlights the dwarves of Tolkein's The Hobbit. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Kíli was one of the thirteen dwarves who joined Bilbo Baggins on the quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain (Erebor) from the dragon Smaug. He was the nephew of Thorin Oakenshield and the younger brother of Fíli.
Key aspects of Kíli's role:
- Youngest dwarf: Kíli and his brother Fíli were the youngest dwarves in Thorin's company.
- Loyal and adventurous: He was loyal to Thorin and eager to participate in the quest.
- Scout: Like his brother, Kíli often served as a scout due to his youth and keen eyesight.
- Romantic interest: In the film adaptations, Kíli develops a romantic relationship with the elf Tauriel, a character not present in the book.
- Death: Kíli died during the Battle of the Five Armies. In the book, he died defending his mortally wounded uncle Thorin, alongside Fíli. In the film adaptation, he is killed by Bolg while defending Tauriel.
- Legacy: As one of Thorin's heirs, his death, along with Thorin and Fíli, meant the line of Durin was broken and the title of King under the Mountain passed to Dáin II.