Dwarf

Basic Information

Genetics and Reproduction

Dwarves reproduce sexually. Twinning is unheard of among the dwarves.

Growth Rate & Stages

Like elves, dwarves mature physically the same rate as humans (15-25 years), but are generally considered "young" until they are around 50. They most commonly reproduce between the ages of 50 and 200, and can live up to 350 years.

Ecology and Habitats

Subraces of dwarves have adapted to a great many environments on Alzhonar, though it is clear they originated in a subterranean environment.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Dwarves possess enhanced visual acuity, which allows them to see in the low-light conditions of their adapted biospheres.

Genetic Descendants

• Hill Dwarf
• Mountain Dwarf

Scientific Name

Homo fossor

Dwarf Traits

Ability Score Increase

Your Constitution score increases by 2.

Age

Dwarves mature at the same rate as humans, but they’re considered young until they reach the age of 50. On average, they live about 350 years.

Size

Dwarves stand between 4 and 5 feet and average 150 pounds. Your size is Medium.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet. 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.

Dwarven Resilience

You have advantage on saving throws against poison, and you have resistance against poison damage.

Dwarven Combat Training

You have proficiency with the battleaxe, handaxe, light hammer, and warhammer.

Tool Proficiency

You gain proficiency with the artisan’s tools of your choice: smith’s tools, brewer’s supplies, or mason’s tools.

Stonecunning

Whenever 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, instead of your normal proficiency bonus.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Dwarvish. Dwarvish is full of hard consonants and guttural sounds, and those characteristics spill over into whatever other language a dwarf might speak.