Dwarf
The stout dwarf folk are steadfast, with a proud history of great artisans, builders, and warriors. One of the oldest races in Orsus, dwarves still hold on to their ancient traditions and will stubbornly defend them even if their back is pressed against the wall. Since the beginning of Orsus, dwarves dive deep into mountains reclaiming ancient relics and scrolls from before, uncovering cities long forgotten in the depths of the Earth. However, over time, dwarves have grown cautious in their constant search as tales spread of clans being wiped out by once unknown threats hidden in the darkness.
BASIC INFORMATION
Anatomy
Dwarves average about 4 1/2 feet in height and are very broad, weighing as much as an adult human. Both male and female dwarves pride themselves on the long length of their hair, and men often decorate their beards with a variety of clasps and braids. A male dwarf who is clean shaven is a sure sign of madness, or worse - no one trusts a beardless dwarven man.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Social Structure
The chief unit of dwarven society is the clan, and dwarves highly value social standing. Even dwarves who live far from their own kingdoms cherish their clan identities and affiliations, recognize related dwarves, and invoke their ancestors’ names in oaths and curses. To be clanless is the worst fate that can befall a dwarf. Dwarves in other lands are typically artisans, especially weaponsmiths, armorers, and jewelers. Some become mercenaries or bodyguards, highly sought after for their courage and loyalty.CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE
Naming Traditions
A dwarf name is granted by a clan elder, in accordance with tradition. Every proper dwarven name has been used and reused down through the generations. A dwarves name belongs to the clan, not to the individual. A dwarf who misuses or brings shame to a clan name is stripped of the name and forbidden by law to use any dwarven name in its place. Male Names: Adrik, Eberk, Fargrim, Morgran, Rangrim, Thoradin, Vondal Female Names: Bardryn, Diesa, Eldeth, Helja, Kathra, Riswynn, Vistra Clan Names: Amberanvil, Battlehammer, Fireforge, Frostbeard, IronfistDWARF TRAITS
Your Dwarf character has a variety of natural abilities common with your ancestry. You will also pick one of the available sub races below. DwarfDwarf
Ability Score Increase Choose one of: (a) Choose any +2; choose any other +1 (b) Choose any +1; choose any other +1; choose any other +1
Size Medium
Speed 25 ft. Your speed is not reduced by wearing heavy armor.
Darkvision
Accustomed to life underground, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.Stonecunning
When you make an Intelligence (history) check related to the origin of stonework, you are considered proficient in the History skill and add double your proficiency bonus to the check.Tool Proficiency
You gain proficiency with the artisan's tools of your choice: smith's tools, brewer's supplies, or mason's tools.Languages. Common, Dwarven
SUB RACES
Dwarves are divided into three main sub races: Duergar, Mountain Dwarf, and Ironblood Dwarf. Choose one of the sub races presented below.Mountain Dwarf
As a mountain dwarf, you're strong and hardy, accustomed to a difficult life in rugged terrain. You're probably on the tall side (for a dwarf), and tend toward lighter coloration. Renowned smiths, warriors, and military tacticians, a Mountain Dwarf will stand toe to toe with any man or beast one second, and the next down a barrel of ale in one sitting. Mountain DwarfMountain Dwarf
Ability Score Increase Choose one of: (a) Choose any +2; choose any other +1 (b) Choose any +1; choose any other +1; choose any other +1
Size Medium
Speed Speed 25 ft. Your speed is not reduced by wearing heavy armor.
Dwarven Combat Training
You have proficiency with the battleaxe, handaxe, light hammer, and warhammerDwarven Resilience
You have advantage on saving throws against poison, and you have resistance against poison damageLanguages. Common, Dwarven
Ironblood Dwarf
As an ironblood dwarf, you are a rare line of dwarves who were created by Ulmus through the melting of earthly materials. Skin shining with a brassy glow, hair hot to the touch, and a temper to rival the heat of a forge, often leading you to be ostracized by your dwarven relatives. Even still, your natural affinity for fire drives you to a life of adventure as you kindle your inner flame. Ironblood DwarfIronblood Dwarf
Ability Score Increase Choose one of: (a) Choose any +2; choose any other +1 (b) Choose any +1; choose any other +1; choose any other +1
Size Medium
Speed Speed 25 ft. Your speed is not reduced by wearing heavy armor.
Hot Blooded
You have advantage on saving throws against the effects of fire, and have resistance to fire damage.Heat Weapon
As a bonus action, you can cause one metal melee weapon you are holding to ignite for 1 minute. For the duration, the weapon sheds bright light in a 10-foot radius and dim light for an additional 10 feet, and when you hit a creature with that weapon, the target takes extra fire damage equal to your proficiency bonus. Once you use this trait, you can't use it again until you finish a long rest.Languages. Common, Dwarven
Duergar
As an Duergar, you are a rare line of dwarves who once walked into a Rift Gate to a strange realm and survived. Physically similar to other dwarves, except for their black eyes and bald heads, with the males growing long, unkempt, gray beards. Commonly known for being cunning and cold hearted, often leading you to be feared by your dwarven relatives. DuergarDuergar
Ability Score Increase Choose one of: (a) Choose any +2; choose any other +1 (b) Choose any +1; choose any other +1; choose any other +1
Size Medium
Speed Speed 25 ft. Your speed is not reduced by wearing heavy armor.
Indomitable Will
You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed or frightened.Otherworldly Magic
You can cast the Detect Thoughts and Cause Fear spells with this trait. Once you cast either of these spells with this trait, you can’t cast that spell with it again until you finish a long rest. You can also cast either of those spells using any spell slots you have of the appropriate level. Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma is your spellcasting ability for these spells when you cast them with this trait (choose when you select this race).Languages. Common, Dwarven
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