Short, stocky, bearded demihumans who dwell in mountains and subterranean realms.

Short, stocky, bearded demihumans who dwell in mountains and subterranean realms

Dwarfs are sturdy demi-humans who live in extended clans. They typically make their homes in rocky hills. Dwarfs are led by higher level leader types as follows: For every 40 dwarfs: 2nd to 6th level fighter (1d6, 1 = 2nd level, 2-6 = level) If over 160 dwarfs: 1 6th level fighter (chief) & 1 4th level fighter (lieutenant) If over 200 dwarfs: 1 fighter/cleric (of 3rd to 6th level as fighter and 4th to 7th level as cleric) If over 320 dwarfs: 1 8th level fighter, 1 7th level fighter, 1 6th level fighter/ 7th level cleric If encountered in their lair: 2d6 fighters (2nd to 5th level), 2d4 fighter/clerics (2nd to 4th level), females (50% total of males) and young (25% total of males) Higher level fighters and fighter/clerics have a 10% chance (per level) of having magic armour or weapons. Dwarfs are typically armoured in chain mail and carry shields. Axes and hammers are their weapons of choice. Dwarfs receive a +1 on "to hit" rolls vs goblins, orcs, and hobgoblins due to their intense hatred of these races. When in melee with giants, trolls, and ogres, these opponents must fight at -4 due to their size and the skill of dwarfs in fighting such opponents. Dwarfs are a hardy people, an