The mountain-folk are humanoids with a shorter body height than a typical human. In past days they were known as dwarves -- something which they today see as a huge offense. They basically have the same strengths and weaknesses as any human. In their culture, mining is especially common, and therefore greed for wealth isn't uncommon. The mountain-folk were first seen in Sosaria (as dwarves) during the Age of Darkness. Their last recorded appearance was in Ultima Underworld.