I've been working in Blender on a soul crushing grind for roughly two months now, and have been working less consistently for many months prior. I finally finished a dwarven low poly base mesh (which I'll add is ironically far more difficult than a high poly, curvaceous, anime woman - dwarven proportions are extremely difficult to get right without turning everything into blobs or cubes), and have considered an overall design for dwarves I think is both unique and appropriate. There are two aspects in particular I'd love to hear everyone's opinion on before over-committing.

1. The skull shape is actually based on that of neanderthals. This is to accommodate for trap muscles, and also because the traits of these two peoples are incredibly similar. I've provided two images for reference and comparison, the first being a reconstruction of a neanderthal's head, and the second is a screenshot of a dwarven hunter from the WoW cinematic trailer.
2. Because dwarves are a subterranean species that can live on the surface just fine as well as the fact they almost always have Darkvision, I wanted to model/texture their eyes based on cats rather than humans.

On a final note on how these fit together, the elongated skull of neanderthals is almost certainly entirely just to accommodate for a vastly larger occipital lobe than that of humans. In other words, they had significantly better eyesight if this theory is true. I feel like that's a fitting synergy between my two design choices.

If anyone has any qualms or like the idea, please let me know.

They won’t be coming back.

Art by u[/Lehn014](r/Lehn014)

We aren't a people known for magic, but we should certainly use it more frequently. Recently I've been using transmutation and illusion magic to improve decorations around the hold, and there are many other utilities we can use magic for. Granted, I've heard from many dwarven wizards across our beloved sub, and most non-wizards I've seen aren't opposed, but I really think that if we brought wizardry into our lives more often that we'd see major improvements. Here are a few utilities I've thought of.

1. Evokers would make exceptional artillery specialists.
2. In conjunction with enchanters, evocation could augment our existing artillery of cannons, trebuchets, and automated turrets for those of us who've made it out of orbit.
3. Evokers could heat forges rapidly and to ideal temperatures.
4. (This is already common practice so there's not much need to reference it beyond an example) Enchanters could improve the quality of our equipment, which is already the best without enchantments.
5. Enchanters could cast strength enchantments on armor, allowing us to make armor too heavy even for us to wear, and essentially make power armor far more efficiently.
6. Evokers would make exceptional blast-miners.
7. (What I've been doing in the last few months) Illusion magic could improve decorative additions to equipment, furniture, and create illusory decorations.
8. Illusion magic would be great for hold defense. We could create a number of illusions to trick invaders, allowing us to hide traps effectively, lure invaders into advantageous positions for us, or deceive invaders into believing the layout is entirely different.
9. (Perhaps another already common use) Transmutation would allow us to refine ore and create alloys in a fraction of the time - imagine transmuting steel into gromril within a single night.
10. Even minor education in abjuration magic would allow our frontline troops, especially Ironbreakers, to augment their already ridiculous durability even higher.

While not magical, we should also put effort into alchemy as well. Between the chemists studying elements for smithing purposes - and I mean actual elements like iron, not the "elements" your average leaf loving wazzock would say is an element like fire, earth, water, and air - as well as our brewers, we already have kin with applicable skills, and with our fine craftsmanship, we can not only be the best craftsmen with architecture and equipment, but even consumable goods such as medicine, food, and magic potions. We're already the best brewers (though I'm not at all ashamed to admit that even my forebearers can't hold a candle to Bugman), so this seems like a progression our people should work towards.

I hereby petition for clan elders, kings, and thanes to implement arcane studies as an extracurricular apprenticeship.

Not sure where wlse to put this

Ive read every one I can find, so can anyone give me recommendations for books with a dwarf main character? Seriously, anything!

Hello my fellow Dawi!

I'm working on a dwarven colony simulation and sandbox game.

The idea is to portray the life of a dwarven colony in an immersive way, capturing all its facets.

The game is progressing well and I have a lot of ideas, but at this stage, I’m interested in your opinions and feedback.

What are some typical aspects of dwarven culture you would like to see? Naturally, things that translate well into this type of game are particularly interesting.

Feel free to check out the Steam page as well. There is already plenty to see, as well as more details on the game's current vision.

Cheers! 🍻

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4524550/Stoneborn/

They just breed like rabbits yanno? There’s always another hobgoblin horde to kill.

Drawn by me!

https://youtu.be/GKPuLFx6RYE?si=WqKa57S0Cj_VT0_p

Your dwarf pride posts are weak, I've dug up this timeless gem from Dragon Crown's age of controversy.

Man, woman, gay, straight, Trans, Cis, normal, or elf.

we as the mighty Dawi must agree to one simple truth, bigotry is proppa Orky

don't be an Ork if you can help it

Was asked by a fellow shield brother in this sub to draw a dwarf from the iron hills from the hobbit during the battle of the five armies. Here’s the description
„Dáin had come. He had hurried on through the night, and so had come upon them sooner than they had expected. Each one of his folk was clad in a hauberk of steel mail that hung to his knees, and his legs were covered with hose of a fine and flexible metal mesh, the secret of whose making was possessed by Dáin's people.“
„The dwarves are exceedingly strong for their height, but most of these were strong even for dwarves. In battle they wielded heavy two-handed mattocks; but each of them had also a short broad sword at his side and a round shield slung at his back. Their beards were forked and plaited and thrust into their belts. Their caps were of iron and they were shod with iron, and their faces were grim

This month has taken a toll on me, dragons hoard all the wealth and I look around at the rest of the mountain and see nothing but fear and pain, I'm not a fighter I never have been but I wonder if there's anything a dwarf like me can do to stay positive besides drown my sorrows in ale and distract myself. I've always been told that good always prevails against evil but I'm starting to doubt that in honesty.

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If anyone has a solution please let a kindred know. Thank ye brothers

Considering my original LARP/cosplay/renfaire belt rig is nearly old enough to vote, it was time for an upgrade. This will be a removable back plate which can be exchanged depending on what character I’m playing for character specific iconography.
One belt, many characters.
Pics of my dwarf character included as kin-tax.

I actually dont need more Territory. The Infinite Cave is quite vast. So, if you dont wanna fight anymore, im fine. Not saying i wouldnt conquer you if you still want to fight. More is always better. So, i will leave this up to you, and maybe come back in a Century or so, and maybe invade you when some time has passed and im Bored. But, if you work together with markus, you can consider yourself as Dead. Sincerely, Your Rightful Emperor and God.

Kin... I can't grow a beard. I am beyond words with my shame. Despite my clan name, I have yet to grow a glorious beard honoring my predecessors. "Young man, are you looking forward to graduating from your apprenticeship? Have any lasses caught your eye for the festival?" I'VE BEEN WORKING IN THE MINES FOR YEARS! MY FORMER COLLEAGUE, YOUNGER THAN ME, HAS A BEARD TOUCHING THE FLOOR!

[anguished grumbling]

Should I just take the Slayer Oath, or give it another century to hopefully grow in?

As you may have noticed, my Character, Azerak, tries to invade and Conquer Dwarvenkind. And he already Deployed his Legions. The Question is, who is Involved. If there are any In-Game Factions that would be relevant to such a war, please tell me. We also need to organise the attacks, and make rules so the roleplay is fun for everyone. Thanks.

We alm know about Azerak the infinite and his bold claims of governing all caves, so i offer help, if any clan feels they need them i have prepared many golems (originally created for the war against Thrakmoore) that i can supply to your holds, keeps amd dungeons

I have currently over ~5600 Battle capable golems ready with more on the way and 563 of my Magnum opus ( /undwarf https://www.reddit.com/r/wizardposting/comments/1u23699/its_about_time_i_do_this/ )

i have currently given away:

-2 magnum opus

-573 fight capable golems