Each is a massive underground city, and in the lower levels great forges and mine-works. They see the work of other races as inferior and even have a special word for human-made devices which they call umgak, meaning 'shoddy.' Perhaps the greatest Dwarf creations are their underground strongholds which are indisputable wonders of the world. In their language of Khazalid, they call themselves the Dawi, although Khazalid is rarely spoken in the presence of other races.ĭwarfs are master craftspeople their magical rune items and advanced war machines are renowned across the world. Dwarf women hold respected roles in society, but often face pressure to marry and produce children, and they rarely rise to political leadership. Dwarf men greatly outnumber Dwarf women, and they are extremely proud of their beards which they often braid and groom. They are short - generally no taller than five-and-a-half foot in height - but broad with powerful arms and stout legs. Die, you wazzock!ĭwarfs are a proud folk who are quick to temper and renowned for holding grudges, with a love of gems and precious metals. By Grungni’s beard, that’s an insult that can only be repaid in kind.
