Dwarf, Northman
"Ve are not ze same, you are from Breton, I am from der far North, ve even sound different!"
"Ach, laddie, accents apart, we are both North Dwarfs, dinna ferget that," to the humans nearby the argument was rediculus, both of them were Dwarf, both dressed the same, though one had a brighter Kilt than the other.
Naming Traditions
Feminine names
see D&D 5th Edition for more details
also Breton naming is used
Masculine names
see D&D 5th Edition for more details
Add Breton names
Family names
see D&D 5th Edition for more details. add in Breton Names
Culture
Major language groups and dialects
Dwarven is uniform throughout the Dwarf Holds, and this is because they all form a single nation under the Lowest King, whose mines touch the Underdark. Many Speak Millessian, a smaller proportion speak Undercommon.
Culture and cultural heritage
The Family is most important, then the Clan, then Dwarfs in general, then alliances. this has been beaten into them by the many broken promises from the other races.
Shared customary codes and values
I can do it the best. this phrase sums up the Dwarven attitude. They expect to be disappointed by others, and are often correct. they still attempt trust but find it difficult.
Average technological level
century 21st type of metallurgy and crystal manipulation. portable lasers have been rumored but not proven.
Common Etiquette rules
You do not touch anothers tools without permission, one does not critique another's work unless invited to, anything made by a Dwarf will be more enduring than anything made by another race.
Common Dress code
every one wears Kilts, male female child adult. upper body is usually covered, heavy boots are also usual.
Art & Architecture
sculpture and engraving are the main art works of the people, though they also enjoy talented etching. architecture emphasizes control of the material and pleasing lines are usual, though they use robust building methods and have a tendency of use over structure.
Common Customs, traditions and rituals
It is common that a nickname will be appended to a Dwarf's name, and this becomes their name, if it is a compliment. they will fight to get a derogatory name expunged, to the death if necessary.
Birth & Baptismal Rites
a newborn is placed on cold stone and then an anvil in the Clan Forge, to introduce them to the world.
Coming of Age Rites
marriage is only possible AFTER the individual has crafted an acceptable item of enduring use. This marks them as coming of age, no matter what their physical age is
Funerary and Memorial customs
bodies are burned on the Clan Forge, often the very forge the deceased made their coming of age item on.
Common Taboos
betrayal is Taboo. Betray the Clan and you will no longer be a part of the Clan, and you will be dead.
Common Myths and Legends
Their most enduring legend is of a Dwarf named God Love, who was responsible for stopping an invasion of Trolls and Ogres by entering the Underdark and killing the Ogre King.
Ideals
Beauty Ideals
Human like ideals of Beauty is common, though Dwarfs value endurance and robust physiques more than humans do. a male must have a full beard, often decorated and platted.
Courtship Ideals
Egalitarian, though females are expected to adventure less. females make up only 25% of births.
Relationship Ideals
they are a partnership for betterment of the individuals and their clans. Love developes over time
Major organizations
Millessian Empire
Elves
Gnomes
Diverged ethnicities
Related Organizations
Related Locations
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