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The '''dwarves''' of Ironforge are an ancient race of robust humanoids who live beneath the snow-capped mountains of [[Khaz Modan]]. The dwarves have always been fast allies to the humans and they revel in the prospects of battle and storytelling alike. They are currently the least played Alliance race according to the [[WoW Census]] of June 2010.
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The stoic dwarves of Ironforge spent countless generations mining treasures from deep within the earth. Secure in their impregnable stronghold of [[Ironforge Mountain]], the dwarves rarely ventured beyond the wintry peaks of [[Dun Morogh]]. Even so, when the [[orc]]s invaded [[Azeroth (world)|Azeroth]] and set out to conquer the human, elven, and dwarven lands, the dwarves offered to join the Grand [[Alliance]]. The resilient and ingenious dwarves proved to be the backbone of the Alliance forces and helped usher in victory after victory.
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Recently the dwarves unearthed a series of ruins that held the key to the secrets of their lost heritage. Driven to discover the truth about his people’s fabled origins, King Magni Bronzebeard ordered that the dwarves shift their industry from mining and engineering to that of archaeology. Magni helped to create the famed [[Explorers' Guild]] of Ironforge, a group utterly devoted to plumbing the secrets of the ancient world and delving out the truth of the dwarves’ fabled existence. An integral part of the Grand Alliance, the rugged dwarven armies have been called away to battle the merciless [[Horde]] in faraway lands. In these perilous times, the defense of the mountain kingdom falls to brave dwarves like you. The spirits of the dwarven kings watch over you, and the very mountains are your strength. The future of your people is in your hands.<ref>{{ref book |author=Blizzard Entertainment |authorlink=Blizzard Entertainment |title=[[World of Warcraft]] manual |pages=170}}</ref>
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Due to recent discoveries that uncovered fragments of their ancient origins (for example, the [[Discs of Norgannon]] in [[Uldaman]]), the dwarves have undergone a remarkable transformation. The discovery convinced the dwarves that the mighty [[titans]] created them from stone when the world was young. They feel that their destiny is now to search the world for more signs and proof of their enchanted heritage and to rediscover the Titans' hidden legacies.
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To this end, the dwarves have sent out archaeological teams to all ends of the world in the hopes of discovering new insights into their shrouded past. These journeys have led to dwarven excavation sites all over the known world, some of which serve as outposts and some of which serve as potential hunting grounds for the enemies of the dwarven race.
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The dwarves were stout allies of the humans during the Second War, joining the Alliance of Lordaeron after their homeland of Khaz Modan was invaded. Holed deep in their mountainside city-fortress of Ironforge, the dwarves have managed to weather both the Horde invasion and the plague. Still, they are long-lived, slow and careful folk, and children are a rare blessing to them. The dwarves of Ironforge number a mere 60,000.
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Still, their tendency to explore is impressive. If about two thirds of the surviving humans now live in the capital city of Stormwind, less then a third of the dwarves are in Ironforge. In fact, there are more dwarves in the dwarven section of Stormwind than Ironforge itself. Now Ironforge is home to the Gnomish population as well, after they fled from their devastated city of [[Gnomeregan]].
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== Character ==
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[[Image:DwarfHunter.jpg|thumb|Dwarven mountaineer]]
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The dwarves start in [[Coldridge Valley]], an area of [[Dun Morogh]] closed off by mountains.
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[[Image:Dwarvenavatar.jpg|thumb|A [[dwarven avatar]] using Stoneskin.]]
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!style="text-align:left"|[[Stoneform]] - Instant - 2 min cooldown
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Dwarves can tap into their [[Earthen]] heritage to undergo a temporary partial sclerosis, known to the layman as [[Stoneform]]. Not only does this make the dwarf more resistant to injury, it also seals open wounds and eliminates most poisons and infections. The lives of many dwarves have been saved by stoneform.
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Soldiers of Ironforge are often recruited from the ranks of industrial laborers. For this reason, [[Mace Specialization (dwarf racial)|Mace]] and [[Gun Specialization]] are common, since having worked in major dwarven industries like metalworking, excavation and hunting, they are already skilled with handling a hammer or powder.
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Dwarves are naturally adapted to cold climates, as evidenced by their stocky build and thick hair. Experienced wizards have observed that dwarves have a slight innate Frost Resistance.
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Since the founding of the [[Explorers' League]], interest in adventure has been strong in Ironforge. Whether to discover more of the world's history or just to find treasure, many dwarves leave their homes ready to [[Explorer|Explore]] the world for items of value.
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Core races
Allied races
For dwarves in general (including the various kinds of dwarves and dwarven clans), see dwarf.
AllianceDwarves
DwarfCrest
Character classes Hunter, Paladin, Priest, Rogue, Warrior, Wrath-Logo-Small Death knight, Cataclysm Mage, Shaman, Warlock
Main language Dwarven
Secondary language Common
Starting zone Coldridge Valley, Dun Morogh
Racial leader IconSmall MuradinIconSmall FalstadIconSmall MoiraCouncil of Three Hammers
IconSmall MagniKing Magni Bronzebeard (formerly)
Capital Ironforge, Dun Morogh
Racial mount File:IconSmall Ram Small.gif Ram

The dwarves of Ironforge are an ancient race of robust humanoids who live beneath the snow-capped mountains of Khaz Modan. The dwarves have always been fast allies to the humans and they revel in the prospects of battle and storytelling alike. They are currently the least played Alliance race according to the WoW Census of June 2010.

Background

The stoic dwarves of Ironforge spent countless generations mining treasures from deep within the earth. Secure in their impregnable stronghold of Ironforge Mountain, the dwarves rarely ventured beyond the wintry peaks of Dun Morogh. Even so, when the orcs invaded Azeroth and set out to conquer the human, elven, and dwarven lands, the dwarves offered to join the Grand Alliance. The resilient and ingenious dwarves proved to be the backbone of the Alliance forces and helped usher in victory after victory.

Recently the dwarves unearthed a series of ruins that held the key to the secrets of their lost heritage. Driven to discover the truth about his people’s fabled origins, King Magni Bronzebeard ordered that the dwarves shift their industry from mining and engineering to that of archaeology. Magni helped to create the famed Explorers' Guild of Ironforge, a group utterly devoted to plumbing the secrets of the ancient world and delving out the truth of the dwarves’ fabled existence. An integral part of the Grand Alliance, the rugged dwarven armies have been called away to battle the merciless Horde in faraway lands. In these perilous times, the defense of the mountain kingdom falls to brave dwarves like you. The spirits of the dwarven kings watch over you, and the very mountains are your strength. The future of your people is in your hands.[1]

Archaeology and exploration

Due to recent discoveries that uncovered fragments of their ancient origins (for example, the Discs of Norgannon in Uldaman), the dwarves have undergone a remarkable transformation. The discovery convinced the dwarves that the mighty titans created them from stone when the world was young. They feel that their destiny is now to search the world for more signs and proof of their enchanted heritage and to rediscover the Titans' hidden legacies.

To this end, the dwarves have sent out archaeological teams to all ends of the world in the hopes of discovering new insights into their shrouded past. These journeys have led to dwarven excavation sites all over the known world, some of which serve as outposts and some of which serve as potential hunting grounds for the enemies of the dwarven race.

The dwarves were stout allies of the humans during the Second War, joining the Alliance of Lordaeron after their homeland of Khaz Modan was invaded. Holed deep in their mountainside city-fortress of Ironforge, the dwarves have managed to weather both the Horde invasion and the plague. Still, they are long-lived, slow and careful folk, and children are a rare blessing to them. The dwarves of Ironforge number a mere 60,000.

Still, their tendency to explore is impressive. If about two thirds of the surviving humans now live in the capital city of Stormwind, less then a third of the dwarves are in Ironforge. In fact, there are more dwarves in the dwarven section of Stormwind than Ironforge itself. Now Ironforge is home to the Gnomish population as well, after they fled from their devastated city of Gnomeregan.

Character

DwarfHunter

Dwarven mountaineer

The dwarves start in Coldridge Valley, an area of Dun Morogh closed off by mountains.

Starting attributes

Base Hunter Paladin Priest Rogue Warrior Death Knight Shaman Mage Warlock
Strength 22 22 24 22 23 25 113 23 22 22
Agility 16 19 16 16 19 16 69 16 16 16
Stamina 23 24 25 23 24 25 100 24 23 24
Intellect 19 19 19 21 19 19 28 20 22 21
Spirit 19 20 20 22 19 19 41 21 21 21

Racial abilities

Dwarvenavatar

A dwarven avatar using Stoneskin.

Inv gauntlets 03 [Stoneform] - Instant - 2 min cooldown
Removes Bleed, Poison, and Disease effects. In addition, Armor increases by 10%. Lasts 8 seconds.
Inv musket 03 [Gun Specialization] - passive
Your chance to critically hit with Guns is increased by 1%.
Spell frost wizardmark [Frost Resistance] - passive
Increases your resistance to harmful Frost effects by your character level.
Inv misc map08 [Explorer] - passive
You find additional fragments when looting archaeological finds and you can survey faster than normal archaeologists.
Inv hammer 05 [Mace Specialization] - passive
Expertise with One-Handed Maces and Two-Handed Maces increases by 3.

Reasons for racial traits

Dwarves can tap into their Earthen heritage to undergo a temporary partial sclerosis, known to the layman as Inv gauntlets 03 [Stoneform]. Not only does this make the dwarf more resistant to injury, it also seals open wounds and eliminates most poisons and infections. The lives of many dwarves have been saved by stoneform.

Soldiers of Ironforge are often recruited from the ranks of industrial laborers. For this reason, Mace and Inv musket 03 [Gun Specialization] are common, since having worked in major dwarven industries like metalworking, excavation and hunting, they are already skilled with handling a hammer or powder.

Dwarves are naturally adapted to cold climates, as evidenced by their stocky build and thick hair. Experienced wizards have observed that dwarves have a slight innate Frost Resistance.

Since the founding of the Explorers' League, interest in adventure has been strong in Ironforge. Whether to discover more of the world's history or just to find treasure, many dwarves leave their homes ready to Explore the world for items of value.

Videos

See also

References

 
  1. ^ Blizzard Entertainment. World of Warcraft manual, 170. 


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