Dwarves
Description
Stubborn, proud, and master craftsmen, Dwarves are renowned for smithing, engineering, and underground kingdoms. They excel as miners, smiths, and siege engineers. Dwarven culture values skill, honor, and clan loyalty above all else. Cities are vast underground complexes carved from mountains, filled with forges, workshops, and great halls. Insular but fair traders, respected for craftsmanship even if considered dour by others.
Traits
• Short, stocky build • Natural stone-sense • Excellent night vision • Dense bones • Alcohol resistance
Stereotypes
• Greedy • Stubborn • Dour and humorless • Obsessed with gold
Race Details
Lifespan:
200-350 years
Social Status:
• Full citizens• Control major smithing guilds• Clan councils recognized legally• Underground cities sovereign• Dwarven banks dominate lending
Magical Affinity:
Low