Dwarf Kingdom
The central force in post-Scourge reconstruction, filled with political intrigue, historical depth, and social complexity.
Throal: The Dwarf Kingdom is a 1996 role-playing game supplement published by FASA for Earthdawn. It details the heart of culture, governance, and scholarship within the land of Barsaive. As the central force in post-Scourge reconstruction, the dwarven kingdom of Throal is presented as a rich setting for ambitious campaigns, filled with political intrigue, historical depth, and social complexity.
- Ruler
- unknown
- Race
- Dwarf
- Capital
- unknown
- Specialty
- unknown
- Key Ally
- unknown
- Status
- unknown
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Lore & Background
Structured across thematic chapters, the book explores Throal's founding and development, its economic systems, royal lineage, and political dynamics. It delves into cultural life—arts, education, religious devotion to the Passions—and maps out key regions including Bartertown and the surrounding mountain settlements. Campaign support includes adventure outlines, character tables, and a glossary of local terminology.
In Their Own Story
Andy Butcher reviewed Throal: The Dwarf Kingdom for Arcane magazine, rating it a 7 out of 10 overall, and stated that 'This is a good book that's just a bit too large for its own good. If you want to set a campaign here or fancy involving your players in the politics of Barsaive, this is а must. Those wanting a simple overview of the Kingdom, though, will be overwhelmed with detail.'
Reader's Guide
The supplement received reviews in Dragon #242 (Dec., 1997), Shadis #32 (1996), Australian Realms #30, and Dragon (German Issue 5 - Nov/Dec 1999). It is listed under 'See also' with 'Other Earthdawn publications'.
Did You Know?
- Throal: The Dwarf Kingdom was published in 1996 by FASA for Earthdawn.
- Andy Butcher rated the supplement a 7 out of 10 in Arcane magazine.
- The book includes a glossary of local terminology.
- It was reviewed in Dragon #242 (Dec., 1997), Shadis #32 (1996), Australian Realms #30, and Dragon (German Issue 5 - Nov/Dec 1999).
- The supplement covers key regions including Bartertown and surrounding mountain settlements.