Architecture/Living

Dwarves live in underground chambers connected by tunnel complexes, often with limited routes to the surface. These settlements can vary from a single level up to ten or more. They often have small speaking tunnels between levels. There are also false tunnels that can be sealed from behind to trap enemies. Some areas are secured by large circular stone doors (weighing up to 1000 lbs.), which can be rolled into place. Small, perfectly round holes in these door’s centers allow defenders to spear invaders while maintaining a secure perimeter.

Dwarves live in units as follows:

• Extended family units (married couples (and sometimes their parents) and dependent children)
• Bachelor Units (once a dwarf reaches adulthood—about 25 years old—they move into the appropriate male or female unit)
• Functional Units (military, mining)
• Individual dwellings (only the wealthiest, and they have servant living areas)