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Dwarf
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Basic Rules (2014)
friend. In spite of the added discomfort, the dwarf’s long, pointed, often-broken nose and gray-streaked though still-fiery red beard came as a welcome sight to Drizzt. “Knew I’d find
mountains they love, weathering the passage of centuries with stoic endurance and little change. They respect the traditions of their clans, tracing their ancestry back to the founding of their most
Half-Elf
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the dwarf could see of the man’s face beneath a green hood was tan skin and a brownish-red beard. A longbow was slung over one shoulder and a sword hung at his left side. He was dressed in soft
neared.
“The same.” The newcomer’s bearded face split in a wide grin. He held open his arms and, before the dwarf could stop him, engulfed Flint in a hug that lifted him off the
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
The Stout Folk are well known for their artisanship and the worth of their handiworks, and you have been trained in that ancient tradition. For years you labored under a dwarf master of the craft
, enduring long hours and dismissive, sour-tempered treatment in order to gain the fine skills you possess today.
You are most likely a dwarf, but not necessarily—particularly in the North, the
Lizardfolk
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
freshly grilled steak.
— Tordek, dwarf fighter and adventurer
Only a fool looks at the lizardfolk and sees nothing more than scaly humanoids. Their physical shape notwithstanding, lizardfolk
hold and controls their actions. In contrast, lizardfolk see emotions as traits assigned to other creatures, objects, and situations. A lizardfolk doesn’t think, “I’m scared.&rdquo
Genasi
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, while those of air or fire tend to be lighter. A given genasi might have some features reminiscent of the mortal parent (pointed ears from an elf, a stockier frame and thick hair from a dwarf, small
up to the Sword Coast, and into the Western Heartlands to the east. Some remain in their ancient homeland.
In contrast, water and earth genasi have no common history. Individuals have difficulty
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
plans, and can reveal secret sympathizers and traitors within the factions of the Council of Waterdeep, at your discretion. Taking the dwarf alive earns the party significant respect among the factions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
, and can reveal secret sympathizers and traitors within the factions of the Council of Waterdeep, at your discretion. Taking the dwarf alive earns the party significant respect among the factions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Raiders of Clan Ironeye The duergar of Clan Ironeye, led by a half-shield dwarf, half-duergar prospector named Skella Ironeye, have come to plunder this level of Undermountain. They are assisted in
contrast to the usual duergar focus on utility. The duergar she leads are content to follow her for the sake of what their raids will earn them, and they care nothing for the historical value of the relics
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide (2014)
position, and its commercial importance all have a bearing on its overall atmosphere. A city nestled against the edge of a jungle has a very different feel than one on the edge of a desert. Elf and dwarf
cities present a distinct aesthetic, clearly identifiable in contrast to human-built ones. Soldiers patrol the streets to quell any hint of dissent in a city ruled by a tyrant, while a city fostering
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Player's Handbook (2014)
with stoic endurance and little change. They respect the traditions of their clans, tracing their ancestry back to the founding of their most ancient strongholds in the youth of the world, and don’t
wrongs they have suffered. A wrong done to one dwarf is a wrong done to the dwarf’s entire clan, so what begins as one dwarf’s hunt for vengeance can become a full-blown clan feud.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
, over time, learn to respect other creatures’ emotions. The lizardfolk doesn’t share those feelings, but instead assesses them in the same clinical manner. Yes, the fallen dwarf might be most useful
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
of food often brings them to the surface to hunt. Orcs respect an orog’s strength and cunning, and a lone orog might command an orc war band. Stronger and Smarter. An orog uses its strength to bully
other orcs and its intelligence to surprise enemies on the battlefield. Many an overconfident elf, human, or dwarf commander has watched a “simple” orc warlord execute a clever maneuver to outflank and
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Basic Rules (2014)
with stoic endurance and little change. They respect the traditions of their clans, tracing their ancestry back to the founding of their most ancient strongholds in the youth of the world, and don’t
wrongs they have suffered. A wrong done to one dwarf is a wrong done to the dwarf’s entire clan, so what begins as one dwarf’s hunt for vengeance can become a full-blown clan feud.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
been completely scavenged. Rebuilding Faith Shield dwarf priests have begun the long task of rebuilding, revitalizing, and restoring the Iron Tabernacle to its former glory. The area is vast, and its
halls are numerous and multileveled. The dwarf priests have restored many shrines and altars, and have cleared paths through the cracked and broken hallways to the Vault of Kings so that Bruenor can
Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
laden wagon or after heroically defending it from thieves gain great respect and advance higher in the tribe’s pecking order.
All Are Fighters
Most of the orcs that stay behind when the
dwarfhold, the orcs will butcher any dwarf that stands against them, but it’s really all about the property—they would be just as happy if all the dwarves ran away.
Strength Respects
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen
adventure with a human Knight of Solamnia named Becklin and a hill dwarf warrior named Cudgel. These two featured in many of Ispin’s stories of fighting sea monsters and goblin raiders. Ispin retired from
likely respect Ispin. Players can elaborate on these connections however they’d like. Characters can use their relationship with Ispin to reinforce how they know one another. Meeting Ispin
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
Harpers and Taern are upset if the dwarf was slain without being interrogated, and Connerad is upset that Varram was not captured and made an example of in a court of dwarven law. Though most are
evil wizards in their company. Bringing the Arcane Brotherhood into the alliance doesn’t lose Frume’s respect, but neither does it earn it. Setup: Neronvain Delaan Winterhound of the Emerald Enclave is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
associate of the clan, you’ll be expected to respect the hierarchy and follow the rules, and you might be targeted by Daask just as if you were a Boromar yourself. If you have a contact in the Boromar Clan
, and burglars. 2 Canon (halfling) is a pickpocket who works across Sharn and is at home throughout the lower districts. 3 The Rake (dwarf) runs a handful of gambling dens and sets odds on the sporting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
Harpers and Taern are upset if the dwarf was slain without being interrogated, and Connerad is upset that Varram was not captured and made an example of in a court of dwarven law. Though most are
evil wizards in their company. Bringing the Arcane Brotherhood into the alliance doesn’t lose Frume’s respect, but neither does it earn it. Setup: Neronvain Delaan Winterhound of the Emerald Enclave
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Eberron: Rising from the Last War
Brelish crown in dealing with matters beyond the capabilities of local law enforcement. 6 As emissaries of Darguun’s Lhesh Haruuc, work to build respect for Darguun as a nation. 7 As agents of the
prince comes out on top. 13 On behalf of a dwarf clan, search for artifacts in the underground realms below the Mror Holds. 14 Clear land for a new settlement in Q’barra, driving out the monsters that
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
and more talented than the last. Their dictates in this respect are sacrosanct, and a dwarf designated for an arranged marriage must obey the priests or risk exile. Dwarves like to blame the gods
that they could almost duplicate Moradin’s level of skill. The Dwarf Deities table lists the members of the Morndinsamman. For each god, the table notes alignment, province (the god’s main areas of
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
descendant, the Harper Bronywn Caradoon. After the fortress was reclaimed, in a gesture of respect and gratitude, Caradoon bequeathed its custody to Clan Stoneshaft. The dwarves of Thornhold are all of the
Stoneshaft clan, and because tunnels from their home connect to the castle, they refer to the place as Stoneshaft Hold; they use “Thornhold” only when a non-dwarf in a conversation is confused and an
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
. Hill giants who choose that path make themselves maug. Non-giants are considered maug out of hand and must usually prove themselves maat to gain a giant’s respect. Runes and Tale Carvings For much of
? Wo dun stomm rad?
Who is your leader? Wer dun forer?
I give you respect. Am du paart.
Who goes there? Wer fers dir?
Where are you going? Wie ferst du?
My name is Red Wind of a Thousand
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
any local locksmith. In either place, someone can identify the key as the handiwork of a dwarf locksmith in the Trades Ward named Elaspra Ulmarr. Characters who visit Elaspra’s shop can learn from her
great respect for the Harpers, however; a character who belongs to this faction and produces a Harper pin to prove it can pry the information from her with a successful DC 13 Charisma (Persuasion) check
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- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Out of the Abyss
-Derith. Otherwise, the journey to locate Gravenhollow is likely to be much longer and more difficult. BRUENOR BATTLEHAMMER
The legendary Bruenor Battlehammer is a good dwarf and king, and always has the
to help endear him to the players. The more the players grow to like him, the easier it is for them to respect his advice and request — and to gain more resources and assistance from him in turn.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
section presents a collection of villains from the introductory adventures and side treks in chapter 6. Drannin Splithelm Drannin is a self-serving dwarf who has always felt that, due to his heritage
). Drannin believes that with Orcsplitter in his possession he can establish himself as a powerful lord among his clan, and finally win the respect he thinks he deserves. Drannin’s most prized possession is
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dungeon Master’s Guide
giants in the nearby mountains Gran March, the Commandant Magnus Onyxbeard (dwarf) Nominal vassal of Keoland and ally with Bissel; the commandant is elected from among the March’s noble houses Hold of
Richfield (human) Former vassal of Keoland Ulek, the Duchy of Duke Grenowin (elf) Former vassal of Keoland with a large population of elves Ulek, the Principality of Princess Olynn Corond (dwarf
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Dwarfholds of the North Who am I? Son, I’ve got hairs on my back longer than that little beard o’ yours. I fought with Emerus to retake Felbarr, and marched with every dwarf king of the North to win
it is a call into history, for although every dwarven settlement now has its own masters, kings, and queens, they all respect the memory of the great hammer of Delzoun and the glorious kingdom it
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Monster Manual (2014)
their thralls, but never to the extent that they can no longer work. In contrast to their love of servants, most genies loathe being bound to service themselves. A genie obeys the will of another only
delights beyond imagination. Noble genies cultivate the jealousy and envy of other genies, asserting their superiority at every opportunity. Other genies respect the influence of the noble genies, knowing
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mythic Odysseys of Theros
Setessa are reared by the polis as a whole and treated with the highest respect; their welfare is paramount and their training is a significant part of every warrior’s occupation. Orphans and abandoned
children are sacred to Karametra, so they are brought into the city and tended just as Setessa’s own children are. In contrast to the discipline associated with educating children in other poleis
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
to assume that intoxication has the same effect on them as it does on humans.
Humans drink to forget, while dwarves drink to remember. A dwarf deep in his cups is overcome by powerful, vivid
reminisce over the defeat of a dragon, or weep as they recall the death of a beloved elder.
In contrast to clan gatherings, dwarves who drink alone invariably become morose and sullen — when
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
contrast to the stiff regimentation of the rest of the Nine Hells, the laws that govern Abriymoch allow the place to operate as a carnival in which any wanton desire can be fulfilled. Justice in All Its
rumors exist that Fierna has stolen the secret of how to travel freely between the Nine Hells and the Material Plane from the archlich Vecna. The fact that the denizens of the Nine Hells take such rumors seriously is a clear indication of their respect for Fierna’s power.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
forces to win the day. Lady Laeral Silverhand Chaotic good female human wizard Ideals: Creativity, respect (“We cannot stop what we do not understand.”) Interaction Traits: Quiet, curious Pledged
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
forces to win the day. Lady Laeral Silverhand Chaotic good female human wizard Ideals: Creativity, respect (“We cannot stop what we do not understand.”) Interaction Traits: Quiet, curious Pledged
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Rise of Tiamat
adventurers and taking a firm leadership role in the council. Ambassador Connerad Brawnanvil Lawful good male shield dwarf fighter Ideals: Honor, respect (“A sturdy axe, a strong hand to hold it, and a
forces to win the day. Lady Laeral Silverhand Chaotic good female human wizard Ideals: Creativity, respect (“We cannot stop what we do not understand.”) Interaction Traits: Quiet, curious Pledged