Shale Dwarf

Written by Mels

Naming Traditions

Feminine names

Brulmebela, Croluline, Hekini, Karva, Lassora, Mysgiel, Rhyres, Tuzzouna, Tyslyl

Masculine names

Broudroug, Drathic, Eresaed, Fidric, Haghwaeginn, Jathroki, Mufrorlim, Throlgolin

Unisex names

Drukthael, Entelwejin, Gretaine, Jezistrude, Keildrumi, Lekkorie, Ralfomae

Family names

Blazebeard, Cliffbrow, Gravelguard,  Razorstrut, Rockgut, Rubbleforge, Ruggedslate, Scragglecrag

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Dwarvish, Undercommon

Culture and cultural heritage

Shale dwarves are descended from an old clan of mountain dwarves who initially lived near the current settlement in Ewige Vuur, the dwarves have adjusted to the harsh climate of the area and are the only recorded society able to maintain a settlement in The Valley of Eternal Smoke.

Shared customary codes and values

Might - The strongest are meant to rule.

Common Etiquette rules

Honoring the privacy of others is commonly agreed to be a natural expectation. Shale dwarves are solitary individuals despite their choice to live in a colony, for this reason every dwarf is very respectful of one another's personal space and home.

Ideals

Beauty Ideals

The most attractive shale dwarves have clear and smooth skin, like the finest cut stone; they also have bright blue or gray eyes; it is also most desirable for many natural ornaments such as beads made of cut stones and gems to be woven throughout the hair and beard.

Courtship Ideals

Due to the gruff and cold nature of shale dwarves, courting is generally dry and to the point, with both parties viewing the process as necessary for maintaining the tribe and not necessarily done for the purpose of personal enjoyment. That being said, shale dwarves are not indiscriminate when selecting a mate as they tend to look for traits of biological fitness that would improve the chances of prosperity for their offspring. Generally, the proposal of a possible union is presented through the offering of a valuable resource such as spring water, fresh meat or a particularly rare bead.

Relationship Ideals

Relationships among shale dwarves are short and blunt with the intention of the relationship reduced to the basic necessities. In general, the entire tribe will pair and unpair as needed and emotional attachments are rarely formed.

Parent ethnicities

• Mountain Dwarf

Related Locations

• Ewige Vuur