Gerims

Gerims are a fictional race from the fantasy world of Eldoria, primarily featured in the Chronicles of Aethelred series of novels. They are described as diminutive beings, typically standing no taller than three feet. Their physical characteristics include leathery, grey skin, large, pointed ears, and expressive, often beady eyes. Gerims are known for their dexterity and agility, which makes them adept at navigating tight spaces and performing intricate tasks.

The Gerims are a subterranean race, inhabiting vast networks of tunnels and caverns beneath the surface of Eldoria. Their society is organized into clans, each with its own distinct traditions and leadership. While often depicted as reclusive and wary of outsiders, Gerims are also known for their resourcefulness and their deep understanding of mining and metallurgy. They are skilled artisans, particularly in crafting intricate metalwork and mining precious gems.

Their diet consists mainly of fungi, roots, and insects found within their underground dwellings. Gerims have a natural resistance to many underground poisons and are skilled at identifying edible flora and fauna in their environment. While not typically warlike, Gerims are fiercely protective of their homes and their kin, and will defend themselves with surprising ferocity if threatened. Their interactions with other races in Eldoria are often marked by suspicion, but alliances have been forged when common interests or threats arise.