Half-Dwarf
"From atop the great walls of Corvus I watched as the the young half-dwarf disappeared into the forest. Based on talent alone, he should have been chosen as apprentice to the blacksmiths of the great walled city. Sadly, due to his human mother, the young smith had been passed over for a less skilled, but full-blooded dwarf."
"I always admired how he refused to stoop to the menial work delegated to half-dwarves, and I was determined to help him earn the right to use the clan name of his father. I knew the task would be dangerous, especially to a dwarf with so little experience as a warrior, but if the he could succeed in slaying the young dragon that had taken up residence in the swampland past the forest, the elders would have no choice but to accept him."
~Lord Thorin Emberheart
Basic Information
Anatomy
Half-dwarves like their dwarven parents are quite hardy and resistant to poison attacks and damage often capable of recovering easily.
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Thanks to their dwarven blood, half-dwarves have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. They can see in dim light within 60 feet as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. However, they can’t discern color when in darkness, only shades of gray.
Civilization and Culture
Naming Traditions
Half-dwarves are often given dwarven first names, but either take the last name of their human parent, or adopt a name reflective of a stone or gem symbolic to them. Being officially recognized as a member of their clan is seen as the highest honor to be bestowed on a half-dwarf.
Average Technological Level
From their human heritage, half-dwarves bring the spark of innovation and desire to create a personal legacy. Far more individualistic then other dwarves, their innate desire to push boundaries drives them to innovate on the craftsmanship of both dwarves and humans, often ignoring the traditions of master artisans. Due to their dedication and ingenuity, half-dwarven products are often sought after by those with an eye for quality. Unfortunately, half-dwarves are rarely accepted into dwarven guilds due to dwarven tradition and customs.
Major Language Groups and Dialects
Half-dwarves usually can speak, read, and write Common, Dwarvish, and often additional languages of their choice. Half-dwarves often learn the language of peoples they work with.
Culture and Cultural Heritage
Half-dwarves often showcase the best of both of their parent's heritage. Like dwarves, they will usually place high value on honorable conduct and reputation. And, although they are not considered full members of their respective clans, most half-dwarves will go to great lengths to win acceptance, or prevent bringing shame upon the clan of their dwarven parent.
Lifespan
Half-dwarves mature at the same rate humans do and reach adulthood around the age of 20. They live much longer than humans however, often close to 200 years.
Average Height
Half-dwarves are about the same size as humans, if a little shorter and stockier standing between 4 1/2 and 5 feet.
Average Weight
200 lbs
Geographic Distribution
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