Dwarves are stronger than elves and humans, but have shorter limbs. These stout creatures should not be ruled out by their size, since they are well trained in the arts of warfare. They prefer axes over swords, are straightforward and well known for their swaying temper. How a dwarf styles and adorns his or her beard reflects personality and status. Dwarves are experts in mining and know everything there is to know about stones of all sorts. They can spend hours of discussion on the proper way of handling a pickaxe or the most perfect angle at which to cut a particular mineral. Their craftsmanship is praised all over the realms, especially their extravagant buildings and forged weapons. They are particularly known for having the gift of taming stone and ore, but they seldom create anything with wood. Dwarves are proud of their history and runic language. The clan is the most important and clan matters always have highest priority. Dwarves are not much for chatting but when it comes to bargaining they can carry on a monologue for hours on the benefits of their products, making them most proficient traders. A dwarf always has a good story in storage that, by dwarven standards, is always extremely exaggerated and almost certainly ends with something about ale or gold (or both). But there is one thing dwarves do not brag about: wealth. Such things attract thieves.