It is with much sadness, and more than a little embarrassment, that some Dwarves from Khaziel acknowledge certain clan-members suffer from a strange affliction known as “The Wondhruz”, which roughly translates to “love of being above ground for purposes other than collecting gemstones”. Typically, a Dwarf suffering from the Wondhruz will leave the safety of his mines, and go travelling in the outside world. If a Dwarf is suspected of having the Wondhruz, his family or clan will often stage an intervention, usually involving mithril chains and a large “Nognaz” or “head-smacking hammer for causing minor blunt trauma to unruly friends and family”… the sick Dwarf can then be taken to the deep mines for re-alignment.

Unsurprisingly, most Dwarven Hunters suffer from the Wondhruz, and have managed to escape Khaziel. They often band together in small groups, ranging through Khaziel’s mountains, hunting down game, and keeping out of the way of their kinsmen.