Egalmoth isn’t really that protective, mainly since he always surrounds himself with people he can trust. But when he does get protective, he generally tries to keep it low key
He’s a pretty touchy-feely person anyway so no one thinks anything of it when Egalmoth suddenly becomes glued to your side, an arm around your waist.
For the most part, he’ll discuss how much he dislikes a person or how on-edge he is by making jokes
He’s got a pretty dry sense of humour but it really goes up a notch. And because of his tone, no one can tell if he’s joking or being serious
You’d probably know how to use a sword or a bow, but it’s unlikely you’d be an expert. Egalmoth would insist on you learning just enough so you’re not completely vulnerable
But he also likes being your knight in shining armour so unless you’re already a warrior, expect to be taken care of
But if you are already a warrior, seeing you being so badass is a massive turn on for him
If someone were to make a direct threat against you, Egalmoth would address it immediately, and possibly use violence if provoked
“Excuse me kind Sir, but what the fuck did you just say to my partner?”
He’s a pretty big guy so not the kind of person you want squaring up to you and getting in your face
For the most part, it’s Ecthelion that calms him down (surprising, i know - mainly because Glorfindel is also getting angry on your behalf)
After Gondolin’s fall, the safety and security you’d all grown so used to is ripped out from under your feet
Egalmoth becomes more protective and no longer puts the same effort into hiding it
Although he’d never forbid you from going anywhere, expect to be questioned before going anywhere unfamiliar, and Egalmoth insisting you take at least three guards with you
He’s generally a worry wart but was much better at hiding it in Gondolin. He fusses far too much and it’s actually quite endearing
Although Egalmoth is a good height for an elf, he still feels a little threatened by some of the other lords like Glorfindel and Penlod because they’re taller than him
And because of that, he’d love to have a short s/o so he gets to be the big person in the relationship
He has his arm around your waist or your shoulders at all times, just to keep you close and show everyone that this cute person is his and his alone
Although he’s not that possessive, he might be a bit more protective over you since you’re small and easily knocked about.
It avoid this, he always makes sure to make a loud entrance in crowds and keep you close to him so people move out of your way. It takes a while before you realise he’s doing this specifically for you and it’s not just part of his personality
If he can, he’d rest his elbow on your head or shoulder to poke fun at you. He’d show you off to all his friends and make comments about how adorable you are
He doesn’t mind the fact that he has to bend down to kiss you, in fact, he kind of enjoys having more control over it.
He loves it when you try and get him to bend down, and if he’s in a teasing mood he’d mock you for a while before he gives in. But it’s all for show and he loves kisses from his small partner
“Aww you want a kiss? That’s so sweet baby, ask me again, and say please.”
The number of pet names he makes for you defies expectations. You’re called everything from Princess to Caterpillar to Dwarf
Since you’re a little more fragile, he’s a bit more gentle with you at first until he can get a good handle on your limits. It’s not his fault, you just look so cute and vulnerable
He uses any excuse he can to pull you onto his lap. If he can’t find one, he’ll do it anyway.
Everyone is used to his PDA so no one bats an eyelid when he cuddles up to you in public and starts nibbling at your ear
It could easily turn sexual and he’d have no shame about it
