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	The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.		The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.

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	The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.		The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.

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	The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.		The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.

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Requirements of Play

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	In general, try and wear metal and jewels as Dwarves. They love to glitter and shine to represent their worth to their Clan, be they common or noble.		In general, try and wear metal and jewels as Dwarves. They love to glitter and shine to represent their worth to their Clan, be they common or noble.

	For more costuming information, see the Dwarven Costuming Guide - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRZL111DOpliHz47puUai96YiPFKmp7EE815WXWz2b9I7eRRif2AU7v30tqlFrCU6e91F_ItvHwbBNe/pub.		For more costuming information, see the [[Dwarven Costuming Guide]] - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRZL111DOpliHz47puUai96YiPFKmp7EE815WXWz2b9I7eRRif2AU7v30tqlFrCU6e91F_ItvHwbBNe/pub.

	===Where you are from====		===Where you are from====

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Your Full Name

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	It should be noted: Dwarves tend to give their full name only to other Dwarves when they first meet them, to not offer insult. To non-Dwarves, they tend to only offer their first name and perhaps a bit here and there. They only offer their full name as a sign of respect to other non-Dwarves.		It should be noted: Dwarves tend to give their full name only to other Dwarves when they first meet them, to not offer insult. To non-Dwarves, they tend to only offer their first name and perhaps a bit here and there. They only offer their full name as a sign of respect to other non-Dwarves.

	For more information on the Dwarven Bloodlines - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQyA80rdeTRFISu2u6nmJmTDBAk0rwrfobjy6Wu1GW95tpa_BeGyrXFopxqKp8feEB0wUfEtqoBSD82/pub		For more information on the [[Dwarven Bloodlines]] - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQyA80rdeTRFISu2u6nmJmTDBAk0rwrfobjy6Wu1GW95tpa_BeGyrXFopxqKp8feEB0wUfEtqoBSD82/pub

	===Age===		===Age===

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Shadow Dwarf

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	'''Production:''' Jewelcrafting & Weaponsmith		'''Production:''' Jewelcrafting & Weaponsmith

			===Skill Information===
			'''Special Skills:''' Resist Toxin & Resist Disease (up to 5 times each)

			'''Special Masteries:''' Dwarven Weapon Master (All Axes (Cleaving) & Blunt Weapons)

			===Inherent Advantages:===

			Because of a natural toughness, Shadow Dwarves start with +10 hit points, and thus may attain +10 hit points over their profession’s hit point cap.

			Dwarven tradition has led to breakthroughs in stone and metalworking and study of Rune magic. This allow Shadow Dwarves to purchase the following skills at half skill point cost, rounded up: Stonemason, Mining, Blacksmithing, and Rune Lore.

			Shadow Dwarves may also purchase the Apprentice, Journeyman, Master and Grandmaster Jewelcrafter & Weaponsmith skills for -1 skill points if their profession allows, and for 10 skill points each even if their profession is restricted from learning these skills.

			Shadow Dwarfs may purchase Jewelcrafting and Weaponsmithing levels for 6 skill points each even if their profession does not normally allow these skills, or even beyond their profession’s normal limits.

			Exposure to the toxins of the Underworld also allows a Shadow Dwarf to purchase Herbalism for -2 skill points.

			Natural resilience permits a Shadow Dwarf to purchase the Resist Disease & Resist Toxin skills up to 5 times each.

			Stone Dwarves may purchase levels of the Improved Armor Skill for -1 skill points as well.

			Shadow Dwarves may purchase all skills relating to shields at -1 skill points as well. (i.e. Shield Use, Shield Block and Shield Bash)

			Starting Stone Dwarves may buy the Nobility skill if they wish.

			===Inherent Disadvantages:===
			Because of their stout stature, Dwarves are unable to purchase the Bow, or Weapon Master - Missile Weapons skills. Though Dwarves may learn and excel at the Crossbow and Thrown Weapon skills.

			Stubbornness prevents efficient learning of Ethereal magic; therefore, any Ethereal Arts skill costs triple (x3) the normal skill points cost.

			Shadow Dwarves lose any bonus hit points during the day, and in fact Shadow Dwarves suffers a –10 hit point disadvantage while adventuring in the daylight hours.

			Casting of a Light spell (1st level) momentarily blinds Shadow Dwarves. The Rune of Brightness (1st level), or an Alchemical Light Elixir will also have the same effect if activated within 5’. This effect lasts for at least 10 seconds.

			==Primer==

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	'''Production:''' Armorsmith & Weaponsmith		'''Production:''' Armorsmith & Weaponsmith

	==Skill Information==		===Skill Information===
	'''Special Skills:''' Resist Toxin & Resist Disease (up to 5 times each)		'''Special Skills:''' Resist Toxin & Resist Disease (up to 5 times each)

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Shadow Dwarf

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	==Shadow Dwarf==		==Shadow Dwarf==
			Born deep under the realm’s crust, this breed of Dwarf has an ominous and secretive past.

			Shadow Dwarves are a brooding lot and rumor holds that these stout fellows are haunted by some terror or evil of the past that causes them much sorrow. Prone to deep melancholy, the Shadow Dwarves don’t know, or more likely, won’t tell the cause of this suffering.

			===Makeup Requirements===
			The player must wear black or gray make-up on all exposed skin. Shadow Dwarves have black, dark gray, silver, or white beards and hair. Both male and female players are required to wear (or have) a full beard. Note: This beard must be approved by a Marshall.

			Costuming of a Nordic or Cossack type is encouraged, though normally of a dark gray or black color.

			Also, costuming which would safely add to the look or feel of a Dwarf such as shoulder pads or broad waist belts.

			===Population===
			3 per 100 players in the game.

			===Profession Information===
			'''Preferred Professions:''' Warrior, Avenger or Smith

			'''Forbidden Professions:''' Marauder, Knight of Valor, Ranger, Magi, and Sorcerer

			'''Preferred Magic:''' Hearth or Healer

			'''Forbidden Magic:''' None

			===Affinities===
			'''Weapon:''' Hammers and Axes (DR with Shield)

			'''Magic:''' Hearth or Wrath

			'''Production:''' Jewelcrafting & Weaponsmith

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[[Category:Races]]
The Dwarven Races: The first of the Stout Folk are the Dwarves. From the mysterious Shadow Dwarf, to the noble Stone Dwarf, and the nearly broken Sundered Dwarf these ancient people all share the same stubbornness and singlemindedness of their forefathers.

Additionally, Dwarves are extremely long-lived, aging only one year for every seven Human years. These attributes enable these beings to be such an enduring power in the realm.

==Stone Dwarf==
These stocky and sturdy cousins of the Shadow Dwarves are believed to have arisen from the very rock of the realm’s mountains. These noble beings have left an indelible mark on history.

The Dwarves’ legendary love of song, history, and drink certainly belies their amazing fierceness in the arts of war.

===Makeup Requirements===
Dwarves have only one make-up requirement. Male and female characters alike must wear (or have) a full beard. Note: This beard must be approved by a Marshall.

Costuming of a Nordic or Slavic type is encouraged as is costuming which would safely add to the look or feel of a Dwarf such as shoulder pads or broad waist belts.

===Population===
15 per 100 players in the game.

===Profession Information===
'''Preferred Professions:''' Warrior, Cavalier, or Smith

'''Forbidden Professions:''' Marauder, Knight of Darkness, Magi and Sorcerer

'''Preferred Magic:''' Hearth or Healer

'''Forbidden Magic:''' None

===Affinities===
'''Weapon:''' Hammers and Axes (DR with Shield)

'''Magic:''' Runes & Hearth

'''Production:''' Armorsmith & Weaponsmith

==Skill Information==
'''Special Skills:''' Resist Toxin & Resist Disease (up to 5 times each)

'''Special Masteries:''' Dwarven Weapon Master (All Axes (Cleaving) & Blunt Weapons)

===Inherent Advantages:===

Because of a natural toughness, Dwarves start with +10 hit points, and thus may attain +10 hit points over their profession’s hit point cap.

Dwarven tradition has led to breakthroughs in stone and metalworking and study of Rune magic.

This allows Dwarves to purchase the Rune Lore skill at half cost.

The following skills are also purchased at half skill point cost, rounded up: Stonemason & Blacksmithing

Stone Dwarves may also purchase the Apprentice, Journeyman, Master and Grandmaster Armorsmith & Weaponsmith skills for -1 skill points if their profession allows, and for 10 skill points each even if their profession is restricted from learning these skills.

Dwarfs may purchase Armorsmithing and Weaponsmithing levels for 6 skill points each even if their profession does not normally allow these skills, or even beyond their profession’s normal limits.

Natural resilience permits a Stone Dwarf to purchase the Resist Disease & Resist Toxin skills up to 5 times each.

Stone Dwarves may purchase levels of the Improved Armor Skill and Wear Extra Armor skill for -1 skill points as well.

Stone Dwarves may purchase all skills relating to shields at -1 skill points as well. (i.e. Shield Use, Shield Block and Shield Bash)

Starting Stone Dwarves may buy the Nobility skill if they wish.

===Inherent Disadvantages:===
Because of their stout stature, Dwarves are unable to purchase the Bow, or Weapon Master - Missile Weapons skills. Though Dwarves may learn and excel at the Crossbow and Thrown Weapon skills.

Stubbornness prevents efficient learning of Ethereal magic; therefore, any Ethereal Arts skill costs triple (x3) the normal skill points cost.

==Shadow Dwarf==