Blackiron Clan
The Blackiron Clan are a clan of dwarves that control the Dwarves of Veltmon Spine. Until recently, they were content to serve as guardians and protectors of the council of Veltmon's Spine. Then, some 15 years ago, things took a strange turn for the worst. Lead by Engmar Blackiron, the clan mysteriously and unexpectedly attacked a clan of crafters and tradesmen, the Stoneforge clan. Though taken by surprise and greatly outnumbered, the Stoneforge fought back valiantly, giving several members of the clan enough time to escape with the children. Engmar's attacks on the Stoneforge did not cease until he slew the head of the Stoneforge, Vundin. The Stoneforge now live in exile, having settled in around the continent, mostly around Danberg and a few small pockets in the Loshmere area.
The betrayal of the Blackiron sent the Clan Council of Veltmon reeling, and Engmar was summoned to the council to answer for his actions. Instead of answering to his crimes, the tables were turned on the council when a surprise vote lead by members of the council who secretly supported Engmar elected him as Patriarch of the Veltmon Dwarves. With Engmar in place as the council's leader, he was swift to enact several new measures placing more power in his hands, and any dissension was swiftly dealt with by his loyal Blackiron soldiers.
Engmar, though old, still rules the dwarves of Veltmon's Spine. He has since completely dissolved the council, and has recently lent support to Ferdinand de Agueda in the war occuring to the south in Canton. Why remains a mystery to all but Engmar himself, and perhaps his closest generals, but with the Dwarves help, the Aguedas have opened a new front into Gallantria, and began pushing northward. With Gallantria in relative disarray after the death of Kaiser Shalt, this has proven to be easier than expected.