Kobolds

Kobolds are wolf-like humanoid creatures. They are generally smaller than Humans, although their height can vary between 140 cm and 180 cm. All Kobolds have thick fur that can be of different shades (usually grayish, brownish, or blackish) depending on the individual's ancestry.

Not as intelligent as Humans but, like the wolves they resemble, they have a well-defined hierarchy and have built a rigid society with a class structure.

They have strong bonds within their species, but are hostile to outsiders.

They prefer to live in burrows or large caves and caverns. They are dexterous with their hands, though not to the same degree as the Dwarves. They have developed a level of metallurgical technology that should not be underestimated.

Due to their occult beliefs, all Kobolds carry talismans. The complexity of these talismans increases in proportion to the class of the owner and they can be sold for a lot of money. The Ashen Soldiers have names for the different classes, such as Lesser Kobolds or Major Kobolds, and use them to distinguish between different individuals.

They walk upright like the Hums, but when it comes to running they can do it with all four limbs, which gives them a greater speed.

## Minor Kobolds

The lowest class among the Kobolds. They are the smallest individuals of the species. None of them exceeds 150 cm in height.

They are workers overexploited by their superiors. They are usually entrusted with heavy and tedious work.

They are poorly equipped with worn tools and physically weak.

In the Argen Mine, they are forced to reside in the first level of the mine, even if they work at any of the levels.

## Regular Kobolds

Regular Kobolds are the most common along with Minor Kobolds. The toughest Kobolds belong to this classification. His height ranges between 150 cm and 170 cm.

Within this class of Kobolds there are several types:

* Workers: These are more capable workers than the Lesser Kobolds, their expertise is greater and they carry better tools that they use for combat if necessary.
* Artisans: They are highly skilled workers. They usually work in the middle floors of the Argen Mine and are in charge of creating the talismans, jewelry, weapons and tools used by members of their species.
* Defenders: They are Kobolds responsible for the defense and safety of their peers. They are also responsible for appeasing any conflict that may arise within society. They are very robust and capable and highly equipped.
* Supervisors: These are Kobolds who act as site foremen. They supervise the work of the rest of the Kobolds and are in charge of giving instructions.

## Elder Kobolds

There are two types of Elder Kobolds.

On one side are the fighters and on the other the elders.

### Ancient Kobolds

Any Kobold that reaches a certain age is considered an Ancient Kobold. The Kobolds earns this title after remaining alive for a very long period of time, which makes him very wise having achieved all kinds of experiences.

One of the most important jobs is to advise the Alpha Kobolds so that they can decide the best course for their society to prosper. Although they have no authority over the Alphas, their opinions are always respected and they are never interrupted when expressing themselves.

### Alpha Kobolds

Alpha Kobolds are the most dangerous Kobolds. These are Kobolds that exceed 180 cm in height. They are much more robust than their congeners and therefore much stronger. They have control over the rest of the members of their species and direct them. They are always accompanied by several faithful and trustworthy followers.

Within a Kobold society there are usually multiple Alphas who lead the entire society. This set of Alphas is always advised by the Ancient to decide the course of society.

An order from an Alpha is indisputable, if any individual opposes the order it is considered a challenge by the leadership of his faction and both individuals will engage in single combat.