Dwarf (GURPS Bloodworld)

Sequestered in the volcanic island chains called the Bolthold that lie far to the West, close to the border of the Endless Sea, the dwarves hide in intricate complexes deep beneath the surface of the ocean. These complexes utilize an incredible level of technology fueled by the various resources that can be weaned from the massive and elaborate mine systems and powered by geothermic energy. Without a doubt, the dwarves are the single most advanced civilization on Bloodworld.

The are also the most reclusive of all the peoples of the Lost Sea, as well. Having been separated from the other races for so long, dwarves have an inability to be comfortable around other races and are naturally mistrustful. Any who are out on the Lost Sea are outcasts or rebels who have separated themselves from dwarven society at large and many eventually come to get over their prejudices.

Dwarves are shorter than a human, but stockier and well-built. They have compact, muscular forms and rarely have and amount of fat. Dwarves have dark skin, ranging from dark brown to a rusty tan color and their hair tends to be either black, blood red, or white. Dwarves are fans of body modification and often have tattoos and piercings. They have a tendency to wear clothing that is utilitarian and will sometime go nude if the heat of the climate would call for it. Unlike other dwarven societies, Bloodworld dwarves have no specific attachment to their beards and many go clean-shaven. Dwarven women cannot grow beards.

Dwarf
25 points

Attribute Modifiers: HT +1 [10]

Secondary Characteristics Modifiers: Will +1 [5]

Advantages: Extended Lifespan 1 [2], High TL +2 [10], Night Vision 5 [5], Talent (Artificer) 1 [10]

Disadvantages: Size Modifier -1 (0 points), Shyness (Mild) [-5], Intolerance (All Non-Dwarves -10, Mild -50%) [-5], Xenophobia (15) [-7]

Feature: Starting dwarves do not pay double for metal equipment and devices. Average wealth in the dwarven culture is the equivalent of 500 cc (it is actually 10 gold pieces, as that is the dwarven standard currency)

Unusual Background: 10 points