Good news for Hobbit fans this week: They've only gone and released a brand new still from The Desolation of Smaug online, and Evangeline Lily's looking pretty badass in it.

Of course she'd have to be, what with her playing the bodyguard of Elven king Thranduil, otherwise known as Legolas' daddy. Her character doesn't actually exist in the book, but sure what's the point in arguing with Hollywood on that one? Plus, it's not like there were actually any women in The Hobbit in the first place, so it's nice to get a bit of a gender shake-up.

We're not quite sure why Peter Jackson brought in so many changes when adapting the book for the big screen, but he has been sharing answers to other fan questions on his YouTube channel. You might even spot the odd face from Middle Earth among those who are eager for answers!


The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug
will open in the UK on 13 December 2013.