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Gimli’s pivotal moment came during the Council of Elrond, where he was one of the representatives from Erebor. He accompanied his father, Glóin, to warn the council of Sauron's interest in the One Ring, which had fallen into the hands of the hobbit, Bilbo Baggins. Despite being recognized as a "young" dwarf at 139, Gimli demonstrated his determination and courage. It was during this council that the Fellowship of the Ring was formed, and Gimli insisted on joining the quest to protect the ring-bearer, Frodo Baggins.