Dwarves are much like the mountains that they mine and often make their homes in. They are strong and stubborn, with solid constitutions. They are somewhat shorter than the average human, with both a stockier build and stubbier features. Almost all dwarves are bearded, including the women. Their high night vision and also their near-sightedness are from generations of living underground. They are excellent smiths and miners. Many dwarves trace their lineage proudly pointing to the famous smiths in dwarven history. Dwarves are most happy with other dwarves, and are often distasteful of other races. Dwarves are very proud, and would steadfastly die in battle protecting their friends although it's not certain whether from a feeling of honor or merely the stubbornness to not admit defeat.