Dwelf (4e Race)
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Dwelf[edit]
So-called "abominations," dwelves are the union between elves and dwarves, simplest put
| Racial Traits |
| Average Height: 5'0" |
| Average Weight: 170 |
| Ability Scores: +2 Intelligence, +2 Dexterity or +2 Constitution |
| Size: Medium |
| Speed: 6 squares squares |
| Vision: Low-light |
| Languages: Common, Elven or Dwarven |
| Skill Bonuses: +2 Nature, +2 Endurance |
| Dual Heritage: You can take feats that have either elf or dwarf as a prerequisite (as well as those specifically for half-elves), as long as you meet any other requirements. |
| Weapon Proficiency: You gain proficiency with the shortbow and warhammer. |
| Dwarven Stomach: You have a +2 racial bonus to saving throws against poison. |
| Elven Step: You ignore difficult terrain when you shift (even if you have a power that allows you to shift multiple squares). |
Dwelves are the so-called "accursed" offspring of elves and dwarves. This is based largely on old stigmas that the two races had about one another. Usually, their kingdoms kept diplomacy, but at arm's length. For an elf to lay with a dwarf, it was seen as degrading. And dwarves derided elves as flimsy. Surely nothing good could come of the other! But, these two populous races with their considerable numbers in various worlds inevitably have some members that go about curiously. The dwelves come about as minute occurrences in these instances and are seen as oddities. To begin with, there is only a quarter of a chance a dwelf is born when an elf and dwarf mate. 75% of the time, the offspring will turn out some boring human. But dwelves have carved out a small niche for themselves between two very different societies and cultures, often raised in bits of both and ultimately becoming dissatisfied with both.
Physical Qualities[edit]
Elves are usually seen to be lithe, wiry, and have high cheekbones. Dwarves are seen as short, stocky, and usually have beards. Dwelves combine these two races physically. Their stature is not as short as a dwarf, but they are also not as fleet as elves. They are quite standard in many regards, being like a middle ground between the two races. Delves have pointed ears, but not so long and sharp as elves. Dwelves are also known to grow beards and other bodily hairs.
Attitudes and Beliefs[edit]
Dwelves are caught between two cultures that have had longstanding differences, resulting in many varieties of dwelves that carry different degrees of both heritages within their outlooks and attitudes. Some dwelves are raised by their elven parentage more, so they adopt more elven traditions, like worshipping their gods or adopting their habits and mannerisms. This is conversely true for dwarven-raised dwelves, who pick up dwarven frankness and affinity for the steadier things in life. However, there are also dwelves that, because they were perhaps abandoned for what they are, are raised instead by humans. While much more malleable than elves or dwarves, dwelves do have some staunch properties that they retain as a race inherently. These traits include steadfastness and flexible thinking. Dwelves do not have sole claim to any heritage, and so they are often open-minded compared to either parentage.
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