Dwarf

Dwarves are a race of diminutive humanoids in the Whispy Woods. They were typically smiths and craftsmen by profession, unrivaled in some of their arts even by Men.

Description
Dwarfs come in several major varieties, distinguished by the color of their beards. Most stand only a mere three to four feet in height, but are noticeably stoutly-built. All Dwarves are squat and stocky in stature, being no bigger than three or four feet high, with stubby yet powerful legs, broad chests, strong arms, and brawny shoulders. The only significant physical difference between each dwarf is the color of their hair and beards. The dwarf people as a whole were generally clever. They did not trust easily, but they were loyal once they did. All dwarfs were excellent smiths, miners and craftsmen. In battle, they were renowned infantrymen and could march all day and night without rest. But above all, they prize themselves on their loyalty to each other and to those they are indebted to. This strong bond of kinship has ensured that the Dwarfs are considered amongst the most united races in the face of the world. They are known far and wide as the greatest miners and tunnelers in the world,
 * Redbeards were generally cheerful, stout-hearted, and hopeful. Their anger was easily roused but short-lived; they were never sullen or vindictive. The best recorded example of this temperament is that of the dwarfish warrior Grimble. There is no recorded instance of an evil red dwarf, although it is definitely possible that such instances occurred.
 * Brownbeards were similar to their red-haired cousins, sharing their strong-hearted and hopeful nature. However, they were generally calm-tempered and rarely engaged in meaningless conflict.
 * Blackbeards were, like all dwarfs, strong and brave, but they also tended toward sullenness and vindictive, long-lasting anger. Nevertheless, they were not malicious in any way.
 * Greybeards were next up on the dwarf totem pole. They are among the wisest of the dwarfs, with a keen mind for strategy and
 * Whitebeards are the highest order of dwarfs.

It is customary, and in most cases mandatory, for most Dwarfs to have a beard of some kind. Most Dwarf youths begin to grow their beards at a relatively early age and will continue to grow for the rest of their lives. These beards are an integral part of Dwarf patriarchal society, for it often dictates a Dwarf's personal age, wealth, or experience. The longer the beard, the more respect he gains from his peers and those of society. According to Grimble, female dwarfs look similar to males, both being bearded.

Dwarfs live to a very impressive age. In fact, it is said that as long as a dwarf has some sort of purpose in life, they will not die of natural causes. Nevertheless, all dwarfs are not immortal.