Dwarf
There are two types of Dwarves on New Earth. These two groups only share similarities in appearances. For all intents and purposes they are two completely different races, but because they look so similar, they are both known as dwarves.
The first group of Dwarves came with the elves and the gnomes from the Lumin Rift. The Lumin Dwarves had land of their own in Lumin. Much like the gnomes, they had a talent for crafting, but focused less on invention and more on crafting and trade.
After the Rupture, the Lumin Dwarves came to New Earth to help rebuild society with the elves. Because of their great humor and warm personalities, they were considered to be more relatable than the elves and the gnomes and they served as an excellent middleman in the negotiations that followed after the Lumins stepped from the Rift.
The second group of Dwarves, also known as Stone Dwarves, have a much different origin. They, in fact, have human descendants: Just before The Rupture, when the plague was released, a large mining community of people decided that it would be safest for them to retreat into the mines. There was a vast network of tunnels and caves underground from the thriving mining industry at the time and the people quickly converted it into an underground shelter. They also modified their equipment in such a way that they would still be able to dig and expand the undergound system, and use the resources gathered as an energy source. The entire community, consisting of thousands, settled underground within 2 months, thanks to their knowledge of their equipment and the already vast space underground. Their actions were also fueled by the fact that during this time the Allies had started bombing the Axis.
A short while after they had sealed themselves off from the world, The Rupture happened and a portion of the tunnels flooded. The people managed to seal the tunnels off, convinced that the upper world is in shambles.
Radiation and void energy leaked through the bunkers though, causing a rapid mutation of the people. Within the next few years, all children born underground were shorter and broader than humans. They had a natural strength and increased constitution that their parents didn't have.
After about a hundred years, all of the old humans of the community had passed away and the entire settlement was very different from their forefathers. A group of this new dwarf race decided to go to the surface, since they were not alive when the bombs fell and to them it was only a legend. Shortly after reaching the top they found a small human settlement that told them about the elves and the world after The Rupture. They went back and told their people the story. Some decided to leave the mining settlement to explore the wonders of the new world, while others remained underground. About 20 years after what the dwarves called 'the breach', the dwarves joined the United Council and secured their place in the world with their own capital on the map.
After the Rupture, the Lumin Dwarves came to New Earth to help rebuild society with the elves. Because of their great humor and warm personalities, they were considered to be more relatable than the elves and the gnomes and they served as an excellent middleman in the negotiations that followed after the Lumins stepped from the Rift.
The second group of Dwarves, also known as Stone Dwarves, have a much different origin. They, in fact, have human descendants: Just before The Rupture, when the plague was released, a large mining community of people decided that it would be safest for them to retreat into the mines. There was a vast network of tunnels and caves underground from the thriving mining industry at the time and the people quickly converted it into an underground shelter. They also modified their equipment in such a way that they would still be able to dig and expand the undergound system, and use the resources gathered as an energy source. The entire community, consisting of thousands, settled underground within 2 months, thanks to their knowledge of their equipment and the already vast space underground. Their actions were also fueled by the fact that during this time the Allies had started bombing the Axis.
A short while after they had sealed themselves off from the world, The Rupture happened and a portion of the tunnels flooded. The people managed to seal the tunnels off, convinced that the upper world is in shambles.
Radiation and void energy leaked through the bunkers though, causing a rapid mutation of the people. Within the next few years, all children born underground were shorter and broader than humans. They had a natural strength and increased constitution that their parents didn't have.
After about a hundred years, all of the old humans of the community had passed away and the entire settlement was very different from their forefathers. A group of this new dwarf race decided to go to the surface, since they were not alive when the bombs fell and to them it was only a legend. Shortly after reaching the top they found a small human settlement that told them about the elves and the world after The Rupture. They went back and told their people the story. Some decided to leave the mining settlement to explore the wonders of the new world, while others remained underground. About 20 years after what the dwarves called 'the breach', the dwarves joined the United Council and secured their place in the world with their own capital on the map.
Basic Information
Biological Traits
Stone Dwarves mature at the same rate as humans, but are only considered adult when they have chosen a lifepath and reached a good level in it. Because of their mining heritage, they tend to choose jobs that involve physical work.
Lumin Dwarves also mature at the same rate as humans, and are considered to have reached adulthood when they have made their first mastercraft item.
Additional Information
Facial characteristics
Almost all male dwarves have beards. There are many a competition in the dwarven communities for the most glorious beard, where each beard is rated by length, colour, texture and strength.
Both kind of Dwarves love using cybernetics to enhance their combat abilities and physical power.
Stone Dwarves tend to be pale and have black or white hair.
Lumin Dwarves are more tanned and have red in their hair. Blonde is very rare in both types ot Dwarves.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Yekaburg is the Stone dwarven capital and central point of the dwarven community. Many dwarves have over the years left the capital in search of a new life path to excel at and because of this, dwarven communities have formed in the capitals.
Lumin Dwarves tend to live close to their lumin comrades, but they are also comfortable settling in other places.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Darkvision
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Origin/Ancestry
Stone Dwarves originate from Earth, Lumin dwarves come from the lumin realm
Lifespan
About 350 years, although the Stone Dwarf race is so no stone dwarf is that old yet.
Average Height
Between 4 and 5 feet tall.
Average Weight
Average about 150 pounds.
Average Physique
Dwarves have broad, stocky builds and tend to gain muscle mass quickly.
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