Gimli the dwarf, son of Gloin who was a companion to Bilbo on his adventure, represents his kind in the fellowship. He is a mighty warrior, quick to draw his axe in danger. Gimli never hides his opinions, but once commited he plays a noble and loyal member of the group.
"I would soon die than see the ring in the hands of an elf!"
"Nobody tosses a dwarf!"
"Well here is one dwarf she won't ensare so easily. I have the eyes of a hawk and the ears of a fox"
"Never trust an elf!!"