5e D&D Character Idea - Dwarf

Idea for your next character, an NPC, members of an adventuring party or a backup character
They are associated with hammers and axes, gold and beer, known for their holds in hills, mountains and the Underdark

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Nalgout Smokeclan is a male dwarf Warlock

Background - Soldier
Family - you have no siblings. Your father is a skilled mage and recently died
Clan Traditional Foe - a demon

Trait - I love to hear the ideas of others
Ideal - Might. The dwarves have survived by being strong
Bond - I will do anything to recover an ancient heirloom that was lost with a grandparent
Flaw - I refuse to believe that anything is superior to dwarf workmanship

Trinket - An ornate beard-comb made from crystal
Possible Pet - Destiny is a dumb swarm of ravens. They love to jump out on people


Adkohm is a male dwarf Monk

Background - Noble
Family - Your grandmother, Riswynn, was a high priest of a dwarf god. You and your twin paid frequent visit to her memorial and sometimes see her in visions and dreams
Clan Traditional Foe - dark elves

Trait - I live day to day, one tankard of ale at a time
Ideal - Tradition. The ancient traditions of clan and faith must be preserved and upheld
Bond - I have left my family driven by visions of a greater destiny
Flaw - I can't resist a challenge

Trinket - An ancient gold coin that always feels warm to the touch
Possible Pet - Luna is a shimmering crawling claw. They like to wake people up during the night


Titan Earthmantle is a dwarf Ranger

Background - Guild Artisan
Family - Your father is a feared sorcerer and your mother a renowned brewer of Bronzefist Malt. You are their only child and had a non-traditional upbringing

Trait - I know many dwarven drinking songs, the louder the better
Ideal - Family. Ties of blood come before all others
Bond - I seek alliances for my clan in the wider world
Flaw - Violence is too often my response to any danger

Trinket - A charred pair of knucklebone dice with the word "Dreams" carved in Dwarvish
Possible Pet - Shar is a gaunt goose. They love to play with children and wear a collar or other item with their name on


Morana is a female dwarf Fighter

Background - Sage
Family - Your parents died by dragons. You grew up close you your two brothers and one sister. The oldest sibling hates you
Clan Traditional Foe - trolls

Trait - I love to hear the ideas of others
Ideal - People. The people around me are all that matter, not ideals
Bond - I owe a great debt, and will do anything to repay it
Flaw - I live with a secret that would bring shame to my clan if revealed

Trinket - An ornate finger made from an unknown material with a inspirational quote etched in Dwarvish
Possible Pet - Droplet is a camel. They love to play games


Brenniss is a dwarf Wizard

Background - Soldier
Family - One of your ancestors created a runic sword which. You and your siblings have grown up hearing of their deeds and seek to follow them
Clan Traditional Foe - hill giants

Trait - I have an appreciation of fine craftsmanship no matter who made it
Ideal - Planning. Preparation and planning is the key to success
Bond - I seek alliances for my clan in the wider world
Flaw - I seek immortality at any cost

Trinket - An ornate shard of crystal famous in your clan
Possible Pet - Smudge is a red awakened plant. They turn invisible when frightened. you won them in a bet or game