It has been said the collapse of the Karak Ankor kingdom completely changed the role of the dwarf in Warhammer society. Unlike other fantasy games, dwarves in Warhammer play a more proactive and forceful role. They are not mere supporting characters and they do not exist for comedic relief. However, the characters remain somewhat conflicted due to their individual history in the game. In particular, the essence of dwarf society was forged in the Karak Ankor, but with the collapse of that society the once proud dwarves now must be subjected to integrating themselves in the societies that have emerged in its wake. This has led to an interesting dynamic as far as the crafting of the dwarf character roles go.
Dwarves are known for their tenacity and tough exterior. They are also intelligent beings and possess solid military skills. But, probably the one thing that truly sets them apart from other characters is their trade skills. Dwarves are known for their talents with mining, metallurgy, and engineering. This expands their role in the game into realms other characters may not be versatile enough to enter.
To say there is a unique perspective to be gained from the fall from grace dwarves have experienced would be a significant understatement. Without a doubt, one of the most painful psychological perspectives one could experience is to remember how great life used to be. In essence, this is the outlook many dwarves have on life since their history in the realm of Warhammer Online is that of a once great group that saw its empire and culture decline. This is not to infer being a dwarf infers weakness. In reality, the opposite is true since many dwarves essay the role of powerful fighters in an army. But, the glory days of dwarf society have come and gone making the role dwarves play in Warhammer one that possesses a different interactive approach with other characters.
There is the true fun with playing a dwarf character. Playing a dwarf in Warhammer is not like playing a dwarf in other games. In Warhammer, the ability to assume the role of a Dwarf opens the door to many opportunities for unique and interesting game play. After all, a game is only as interesting as the characters whose shoes you step into and playing the role of a dwarf can bring with it a great deal of unique fun. And, of course, there is also the fact that dwarves can assume the role of a hero or a villain which also adds to the complexity of these brilliant characters. And that, of course, adds to the great fun it is to play these characters.
