The dwarves discover something that they didn’t think would happen when they first started onto their adventure, they have relied on Bilbo more than once to get them out of a sticky situation. The dwarves, first heart broke when they hear that Gandalf was leaving them, didn’t think that Bilbo was a worthy burglar to bring onto the trip, believing that he had caused the trip to slow more than necessary. They then begin to realize and discover why Gandalf did leave them though, Gandalf knew that Bilbo would help the dwarves as the journey progressed and he gained more
In Bilbo's story it says “Then Gandalf lit up his wand. Of course it was Gandalf; but just then they were too busy to ask how he got there. He took out his sword again, and again it flashed in the dark by itself. It burned with a rage that made it gleam if goblins were about; now it was bright as blue flame for delight in the killing of the great lord of the cave.” The similarity between the two novels is both of the character get stronger and braver with the help around
Bilbo was brave, but not aggressively so. He was loyal, but that did not mean he never had doubts. Bilbo Baggins, of Bag End was an honorable Hobbit. He was also the greatest hero of them all, although he may not seem like it.
In the story “The Hobbit” Bilbo can be seen as the hero when he sacrifices his family’s name to be a part of the quest to get Thorin's gold back Bilbo's first approach is his attempt on stealing the trolls’ treasure. He later is met by the goblins, Gollum, elves, and spiders. Each fear he faces develops Bilbo as a hero, getting him ready for his greatest quest, stealing the treasure from Smaug.. Another example of Bilbo putting others before himself is the treasure he willing to give in order to bring peace to the men, elves, and dwarves. Last, but not least, Bilbo is willing to sacrifice his life for a cause bigger than himself.
Tolkien uses Bilbo as a character who is not so easily corrupted by greed and is thus, able to carry the journey forward. Because of this virtue, Bilbo is able to see reason and make decisions that will benefit the greater good and stop useless violence. Even though this is not his home, Bilbo feels a sense of duty and risks his life to help the Dwarves. Unlike Odysseus, Bilbo is an unlikely hero who only sets out on the journey after being persuaded by Gandalf, a wizard. Bilbo relies mostly on his luck and on Gandalf to be saved.
The ring provides power, and Bilbo uses that power to do stuff he wouldn't have done before. Although this may be true, others may also say that the ring represents service and loyalty (towards the dwarves). In the text, Bilbo also uses the ring to help the dwarves out of tough situations. For instance, how the dwarves were held by the wood-elves and Bilbo had gotten them out by using the ring. Bilbo using the ring shows change since he starts being bolder and more confident with his
In the beginning of the story Bilbo is introduced to the wizard Gandalf, and the 12 dwarfs who will lead him to his journey. The hobbit loved
Throughout Bilbo’s journey he develops and changes from being in his own little
People in the world look up to heroes, people who are strong, smart, and unselfish. Every once in awhile, the audience meets a hero who they would think could never do it. This character is Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who only seems to care about food, But throughout, The Hobbit, he starts to prove the audience that he does a lot more than care about his next meal. Bilbo starts to show traits of a hero when he goes on his Took side, when he saves the group from the prison, and when he kills a spider. Bilbo starts being that heroic character from the beginning of, The Hobbit, when he starts to resemble his Took side.
Despite the intense pressure and temptation, Bilbo chooses not to kill Gollum, displaying compassion and mercy that set him apart as a character of depth and integrity. These events collectively illustrate Bilbo's growth and resilience, proving Gandalf's belief in his untapped potential to be
Bilbo risks his own life to save the dwarves many times during the adventure, which in turn gains him the respect he deserves. This new respect that Bilbo has acquires gives him plenty of confidence in himself to get the job done, whatever it may be. This clearly shows that Bilbo's change from being ridiculed and doubted by the dwarves to being very highly respected is a dramatic one and deserves recognition. All Bilbo needed is a chance to prove the dwarves wrong, and that is what he gets when those same dwarves appear on his doorstep that sunny afternoon. Along with Bilbo Baggins becoming a braver and more respected hobbit, he also develops the most important change in the story; he changes from being incompetent to very resourceful.
This all turns around when he accepts the contract offered by the dwarves to help them in their journey. This journey was in fact dangerous, but Bilbo was willing to help because he felt bad for what the dwarves were going through. Throughout the journey Bilbo becomes willing to do whatever the dwarves can’t. This includes walking into the mountain to talk to Smaug or walk into an area without being heard. One of his most selfless actions was when he saved the dwarves from the spiders in Mirkwood forest.
Yet, having to work for his fame, Bilbo challenges the view of famous classic heroes. When the dwarves and Gandalf convene at Bilbo’s house, Gloin, one of the dwarves, comments on how “as soon as [he] clapped [his] eyes on the little fellow bobbing and puffing on the mat, [he] had [his] doubts. [Bilbo] looks more like a grocer than a burglar!” (Tolkien 18). His lack of experience portrays him as incompetent.
Gandalf calls Bilbo to adventure at the beginning of the story, and Bilbo is forced to realize that “adventures are not all pony-rides in May-sunshine” (Tolkien 33). Bilbo’s journey to a hero begins with gaining an understanding that he must expose himself to uncertainty in order to help his group. After Bilbo crosses the first threshold with help from Gandalf, he finds himself in the ‘belly of the whale’ with
In chapter nine, he displays both bravery and intelligence in devising a plan for the escape of the dwarves to Esgaroth. Gandalf has departed earlier and their fate is in Bilbo 's
