Shield Dwarf

Naming Traditions

Family names

Dwarf Clans in the North

All dwarves count their clan heritage as an important part of their lineage and identity. While in some cities a single clan dominates (or is the only one in residence), in other dwarven communities, there is a complex relationship between family, clan, and the larger community.

Some of the Dwarf clans in the north are: Arnskull, Battlehammer, Blackbanner, Blackhammer, Bucklebar, Darkfell, Deepaxe, Deepdelve, Eaglecleft, Foehammer, Gallowglar, Hillsafar, Horn, Ironshield, Jundeth, Narlagh, Orothiar, Quarrymaster, Rockfist, Sstar, Stoneshaft, Stoneshield, Stoneshoulder, Trueforger, Watchever, Worldthrone, Wyrmslayer, Yund.

Culture

Major language groups and dialects

Dwarvish.

Parent ethnicities

• Dwarves