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Dwarves are generally distinguished by three sublineages: the mountain dwarf, crag dwarf, and deep dwarf. Mountain dwarves, or “Strugar,” carve their homes in the tallest peaks and laud their thick beards and natural resistance to the coldest heights. Crag dwarves, or “Kharn’Khan,” build their cities within massive canyons, both natural and dwarf-made, where each layer is carefully excavated and then settled. Lastly, the beardless, pale- skinned deep dwarves, or “Uhn’Gunder,” settle within the deepest caves of the earth where stories of “daylight” are told to frighten children. | Dwarves are generally distinguished by three sublineages: the mountain dwarf, crag dwarf, and deep dwarf. Mountain dwarves, or “Strugar,” carve their homes in the tallest peaks and laud their thick beards and natural resistance to the coldest heights. Crag dwarves, or “Kharn’Khan,” build their cities within massive canyons, both natural and dwarf-made, where each layer is carefully excavated and then settled. Lastly, the beardless, pale- skinned deep dwarves, or “Uhn’Gunder,” settle within the deepest caves of the earth where stories of “daylight” are told to frighten children. | ||
=== | ===Dwarven Culture=== | ||
Dwarves of all types pride their craftsmanship and architecture. They honor their ancestors with massive shrines. | Dwarves of all types pride their craftsmanship and architecture. They honor their ancestors with massive shrines. | ||
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Deep dwarves are naturally the most isolated of the sublineages and tend to be wary of outside influences. Their dangerous environments leave them little room for arts or frivolity and their societies focus more on survival than long-term legacy. Deep dwarves have a particular affinity for the ancient technologies and structures found below the earth and have absorbed much of their discoveries into their own societies. In fact, many deep dwarf nations have large populations of remnants, as well as smaller but notable populations of raedeen. The deep dwarves are the rarest of dwarves and the least likely to be seen on the surface world. As denizens of the deepest caves, deep dwarves stand apart from their cousins by their pale skin, large eyes, and beardless faces. Their cities often contain tightly-packed and protected districts hidden behind layers of trapped corridors and hidden passageways. Few outsiders ever have the opportunity to travel their tunnels. | Deep dwarves are naturally the most isolated of the sublineages and tend to be wary of outside influences. Their dangerous environments leave them little room for arts or frivolity and their societies focus more on survival than long-term legacy. Deep dwarves have a particular affinity for the ancient technologies and structures found below the earth and have absorbed much of their discoveries into their own societies. In fact, many deep dwarf nations have large populations of remnants, as well as smaller but notable populations of raedeen. The deep dwarves are the rarest of dwarves and the least likely to be seen on the surface world. As denizens of the deepest caves, deep dwarves stand apart from their cousins by their pale skin, large eyes, and beardless faces. Their cities often contain tightly-packed and protected districts hidden behind layers of trapped corridors and hidden passageways. Few outsiders ever have the opportunity to travel their tunnels. | ||
=== | ===Dwarf Traits=== | ||
'''Height:''' 3’6” - 4’6” | '''Height:''' 3’6” - 4’6” | ||
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'''International Outlook:''' While dwarves tend to be insular in their communities, they frequently engage in trade and cooperation with friendly civilizations. They often form powerful alliances with elves, humans, and kleppin societies. | '''International Outlook:''' While dwarves tend to be insular in their communities, they frequently engage in trade and cooperation with friendly civilizations. They often form powerful alliances with elves, humans, and kleppin societies. | ||
=== | === Dwarf Features === | ||
==== | ==== Dwarf Starting Features ==== | ||
At level 1, you get the following features as a dwarf. You also gain additional features based on your sublineage choice. | At level 1, you get the following features as a dwarf. You also gain additional features based on your sublineage choice. | ||
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