The Degradation of Dwarves

Dwarves are one of Tolkien's creations. He borrowed heavily from Norse and Germanic folklore and myth but he created something all his own. The Dwarves are a proud, strong, and enduring race as well as being secretive and creative. Tolkien modeled their isolation and secretiveness on the Jews of Europe. He said that the Dwarves reminded one obviously of the Jews. This is not meant in a derogatory fashion. He obviously has a special place in his heart for the Dwarves.

Now on to LOTRO Dwarves. Where to begin? First, the Dwarves run like football linemen in plaster castes from their hips to their knees. This is really unacceptable. It looks nearly as bad as the Hobbits. Second, when somebody slows to a walk, they walk with their heads down as if ashamed or perhaps suffering from a psychological disorder.

This is an easy fix. They already have non-player character dwarves that run and walk in a much more natural fashion. Why they made the players look both goofy and ashamed of it at the same time is beyond me. Finally, we'll get to crafting. Or perhaps we'll put it off again.