Dwarf (World of Zid)

The Dwarves are an industrious people who take great pride in their craftsmanship. They are a stubborn lot with a keen interest in the acquisition of material wealth. However, only the most evil of Dwarves seek the wealth for personal gain in stature alone. Most Dwarves delve for the benefit of their clan which shares many traits with that of a guild. Dwarves have a talent for infusing their creations with magic; thus making Dwarven wares even more valuable. Such magic is instilled into their creations during the smelting process, allowing the magic to become part of the metal from which the item will be forged.
==Moral Alignment==
Dwarves are very dedicated to their clans, and will strive to earn it as much wealth as possible, and with that wealth, status in the society of the Dwarves. They value honor, tradition, and upholding one's obligations to their clan. Thus they lean towards the lawful alignments. Dwarves also have a selfish nature which fuels their lust for wealth, and they have been known to harm those who get between them and the pursuit of wealth giving them an evil tendency which is only augmented by their deeply held grudges which can be carried down though generations. They do not have a great need to protect others, and thus Dwarven allies will often assist only when wealth is offered as an incentive.
==Biology==
Dwarven females have beards.
== Society ==
Dwarves dwell in vast subterranean kingdoms which come into conflict with other subterranean societies over mineral resources. Dwarf clans are lead by kings with each clan having a hold on territory, and resources with in their kingdom's claim. Dwarves thus have a High King elected by nobles based on a strict code of requirements. The High King's dynasty can rule for as long as it meets the requirements to govern, and maintains the favor of those who elect the High King. Being the first born doesn't insure one will have the throne.
==History==
Early Dwarves where cave dwellers who hugged to the stone for shelter from the elements. Rather then venture out into the strange forests, or open plains under the ever shifting sky Dwarves instead made as much use as they could out of the caves they dwelt in. Fortifying the entrance, and building tools to carve the stone. The discovery of gold is considered to have played a crucial role in the development of Dwarves as the shiny, and sometimes glittering materials such as gemstones instantly became precious to them. During their tunneling they encountered various other races which they warred against. Today Dwarven Strongholds dot the ridges of mountain chains; a testament to the power, and fortitude of the Dwarven Race.
Category:World of Zid