Dwarven Fire Slinger

Amid the chorus and cacophony of battle the Song of Flame can be heard sung by the Dwarven Fire Slingers loud and clear. Both rage and fire burns bright in their eyes as they lay waste to their enemies purging them with the purity of fire.

Dwarves cannot cast spells. Ha ... this is absolutely fantastic and ludicrous, you should teach this to everyone it will make it easier when fools fall to our onslaught. Oh ... oh ... you mean a dwarven battle frenzied warrior cannot sling lava at the enemy while breaching the front lines. Now I take your meaning, you are very wise in the ways of battle you should be an instructor.

Over 5500 years ago the Dwarven Fire Slingers were a highly specialized and formidable breed of dwarven warriors in the Earthsinger culture. Born from the intense anger and fury stoked within the heart of a dwarven forge, they masterfully channel these emotions into both the art of warfare and fire magic. Tasked with safeguarding the perimeters of civilization and combating the enemies that threaten dwarven culture, they often embark on daring expeditions including the treacherous underdark.

Renowned for their savage and adaptable prowess, Dwarven Fire Slingers undergo rigorous training that equips them to be entirely self-sufficient. Fueled by their inner rage and flame, they become proficient in close combat, using their fiery fervor to vanquish foes. Additionally, they possess the rare ability to hurl flames over great distances, eliminating the need for conventional bows or crossbows. Even the most mundane tasks, like heating their food to sustain themselves during challenging campaigns, are accomplished with their unique fire-manipulating skills. Through a combination of combat prowess and practical ingenuity, the Dwarven Fire Slingers stand as stalwart defenders of their people and champions of dwarven tradition.

Thardek DeepAnvil surged forward, every muscle in his body straining as he conquered the hill inch by inch. An enchantment encircled him, and the glowing embers of lava rock danced around his form, granting him the protection of the mountain itself. The fire brands etched on the backs of his hands emitted a radiant light, matching the intensity of his resolve. In his grip was a colossal, glowing hammer that reached nearly his height, its head exuding a heat reminiscent of freshly forged metal. He clenched his fist, drawing living fire from the very air and unleashing a searing lava bolt upon an oncoming orc, reducing the foe to ash.

Adorned in deep red leathers, Thardek stood out among the enemy, their attention irresistibly drawn to him like fire-flits to a flame. Unfazed by the attention, he embraced it, knowing that his commanding presence would instill fear in the hearts of his adversaries. As he charged toward the enemy, the Song of Flame echoed within his heart and on his tongue, its empowering verses urging him on. With rage and fire in his eyes, Thardek charge forward, a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.

Signature Magic

Lava Bolt
D&D 5e Suggestions: Magic Missile, Fire Bolt, Flame Arrows
Furnace Hammer
D&D 5e Suggestions: Green Flame Blade
Arms of the Mountain
D&D 5e Suggestions: Mage Armor, Shield
Shroud of the Foundry
D&D 5e Suggestions: Fire Shield

D&D 5e Mechanics Inspirations

Path of the Battle Caster (Barbarian Subclass) on GM Binder by astrarche

Dwarven fire Slinger 01 by Graylion on MidJourneyAI

5,600 BE

Height of Cthorn Power

The cthorn, a strange and malevolent species of six-armed humanoids, prosper near the Gulf of Satran along the coast of the Southern Sea. They terrorize those around them and focus on gathering magical lore, particularly black magic.

4,800 BE

Fall of the Earthsingers

Last of the Earthsingers, the third overclan of dwarves, dies.

4,600 BE

Fall of the Cthorn

The cthorn diminish, undone by their own corruption. The wizards of Kem steal many of their secrets.

3,400 BE

Dark Elves Surface

The dark elves surface for the first time since their Shoal ancestors disappeared for their long subterranean exile. They wage wars with the elves of Theridae and Dreta Phantas.

D&D 5e Build Suggestions

Race

Mountain Dwarf

Extinct Earthsinger Dwarf

Class

Barbarian

Sub-Class

Path of the Battle Caster

Background

Folk Hero

Guild Artisan

Metal Worker

Soldier

Feats

Defensive Duelist

Elemental Adept

Spell Sniper

War Caster

Dwarven fire Slinger 02 by Graylion on MidJourneyAI