Tall Fantasy Legends: Epic Heroes from Other Worlds
- Niels Bunschoten

- Nov 9
- 1 min read
At 6'9, I’ve always felt like I belonged in a fantasy epic, swatting shots on the basketball court in the Netherlands, then building TFT Designs in California. We craft dress shirts for tall, slim guys who skip the big and tall hassle, and I see a link with the towering legends of fantasy. Growing up, I’d lose myself in books, imagining heights like mine in epic quests. I’m spotlighting the top tall fantasy heroes, inspired by my reads and talks with tall friends who love the genre.

Leading the pack is Aragorn from The Lord of the Rings, standing around 6'6. His ranger height gives him a kingly aura, and I relate, my height got me respect on the court once I owned it.
Then there’s Hagrid from Harry Potter, a gentle giant at 8'6, whose size mirrors my early doorframe battles but with a warm twist. I wore a cozy TFT shirt to a book club once, feeling a bit Hagrid-like, and it sparked laughs.
Next, Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher at 6'2 brings a rugged tallness to his monster hunts, his leather look inspires my casual style.
Lastly, Elrond, also around 6'6, exudes wisdom with his height, a reminder tall guys can lead with grace.
These legends show height as a badge of honor. My path from athlete to entrepreneur taught me to embrace it, and TFT Designs helps tall men do that daily. Who’s your favorite tall fantasy hero? Drop it below, and check our latest collection to dress like a legend!


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