The dwarves were created by the God Armok, and are known for their fine art, whether it be the art of war, or the art of crafting. A great smith and a great warrior earn the same respect in dwarven society, because without the smith, the warrior would not have a fine axe to slay his enemies, and without the warrior, the smith would have no safe dwelling for smithing. Your average dwarf is stolid, stubborn, and stout, with a large beard. Even female dwarves have beards that rival those of human men.