Dwarf (Race of Man)

A Race of Man and the reincarnations of Men from the Third Age, Dwarves are a short, stocky, hardy people known for their industriousness and prowess in battle, as well as their love of elaborate hair and beard stylings and decorations. They are strongly associated with metallurgy and craftmanship in general, as well as mining and stone working, but take great pride in all of their work so long as it is a job well done. A people known for throwing their all into everything they do, they have a reputation for working hard, fighting hard, and playing hard, for being judgmental but also stalwart, courageous, and loyal to a fault to those who do right by them. They tend to have strong religious institutions, in no small part due to the Gods making it a point to keep in their good favor; while Dwarves are known for being extremely loyal to those who are their friends and allies, they are also known to hold long grudges against perceived wrongs, with very long, accurate memories when it comes to perceived slights.
While Dwarves are known to be reclusive, largely to protect the fruits of their labors and their people from outside dangers, they frequently trade with other peoples for valuable materials that can't readily be produced in their favored underground homes. Food especially is usually a major import. They often clash with Elves over issues of land-use, but frequently get along well with Halflings, whose farming tendencies make them good sources of trade. Dwarves place a great deal of importance on these relationships, and on honoring their agreements and oaths, as well as on proving their worth and the worth of their crafts in the world at large. Like Elves, they tend to seek honor, but also glory, often pursuing daring adventures in their youth in order to earn greater status within their own communities through their accomplishments beyond the safety of their borders.
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Category:Dwarf