The Dwarves

Dwarves are very unlike Elves in physical build, but show a remarkably similar outlook on life, a fact that, I might add, both races sternly deny. Like Elves Dwarves are long-lived and change little. Their numbers grow slowly and they are firmly set in their ways, regarding change as something to be- I will not say fear, as most Dwarves show little comprehension of the concept. Hate- yes, that word describes it best. This does not mean that they are incapable of mutation, but that they will try almost anything before embarking on that dreaded vessel.
Like Elves, Dwarves have adapted almost perfectly to their environment and have grown to resemble it. They are austere, hard and glum. They manipulate stone and metal as well as Elves treat wood and deal with plants and animals and, having less variety to choose from, they have concentrated their efforts and become unrivalled experts at metal and stone working.
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Despite their differences, commerce started very early between the two races, and their civilizations grew together through the ages.
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The hardy people are hard in work and hard in battle. Their hardness of strength and will, their lack of fear and the steadiness of their purpose makes of them relentless and dangerous adversaries.