Gimli is a loyal friend who is willing to risk his life to protect his comrades. For example, he remains steadfast when traveling through the dark caverns of the Paths of the Dead with Aragorn because of his loyalty to him. Gimli is stubborn and hardy. Dwarves are known for being secretive, stubborn, and steadfast in loyalty or enmity. Gimli is kind and values his friendships. When he is reunited with Merry and Pippin, he shows open affection for them, even his rival Pippin.