video | backdated to the 23rd

[walkingarsenal]

[Fíli seldom uses the lockets to make announcements for all shardbearers to hear, still reluctant to rely on them without restraint, but there is something that needs mentioning even amidst the mounting tensions. He comes into view, beard closely cropped, and begins with a nod in greeting.]

Cothromach has housed us for some months, but my companions and I will be taking our leave of the city. Our lockets remain open to any who seek us -- that is, my brother Kíli, our cousin Gimli, and Mister Baggins.

[In the background, Kíli gestures wildly, making muffled sounds until his brother turns to look his way. Then his fingers move in a series of quick, precise motions, and Fíli faces the locket again with a small smile resting on his lips.]

Our cousin has friends and acquaintances all over, if we're not mistaken... Should you have a moment, Kíli and I would be grateful for any help in reminding Gimli that today happens to be his birthday.

[From Fili’s opposite side comes Bilbo’s voice, quietly surprised.] His birthday! My goodness that is a cause for celebration - a party may be too much, but I wonder if he would like a birthday cake?

-- And no Kili I do not need your help with the baking! Eru knows you’d only devour half the batter before I could even finish...

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[kilimanjaro]

[SCOWLING AND POUTING

Kili's hands move quickly in Iglishmek.]

What are you laughing at?

[gloinul]

I can't remember the last time you were so quiet! It's amusing.

[kilimanjaro]

I can be quiet!

[You're mean, cousin.]

[gloinul]

Only when you're ill.

[kilimanjaro]

Or sleeping.

[Though Fili insists he snores...]

[gloinul]

No, you snore and talk in your sleep...though Fili isn't much better.

[kilimanjaro]

[He blinks in surprise.]

I talk? What do I say?

[gloinul]

[Gimli shrugs]

The same things you say when you are awake. Nothing important.

[kilimanjaro]

[Kili huffs and folds his arms over his chest.]

[gloinul]

[Gimli laughs]

I don't listen, cousin. I throw a pillow at you and try to sleep.

[kilimanjaro]

[Pause, and realization crosses his face.]

Is that why I have three pillows now?

[gloinul]

Yes, though I'll be taking mine back.

[kilimanjaro]

[Kili pouts.]

But I like yours.

[gloinul]

You don't know which is mine!