RACIAL PREFERENCE

In addition to the various attributes of the races of characters already mentioned, there are also certain likes and dislikes which must be considered in selecting a racial type for your character. The dealings which a character has with various races will be affected by racial preferences to some extent. Similarly, the acquisition of hirelings by racial type might prove difficult for some characters if they go outside a narrow field. Your Dungeon Master will certainly take racial preferences into account during interaction between your character and the various races which he or she will encounter. The table [provided] will serve as a guide in determining which races your character will like, be rather indifferent to, or dislike.

* Dwarves regard halfling Tallfellows and Stouts with goodwill, other halflings are regarded with tolerance (T). Only Stouts regard dwarves as acceptable, other halflings tolerate them (T). Only Tallfellows regard elves as good company, other halflings are tolerant (T).

Notes on the Racial Preferences Table

Prefer:   indicates that the race is generally preferred, and dealings with the members of the race will be reflected accordingly.

Goodwill:  means that considerable goodwill exists towards the race.

Tolerant:  indicates that the race is viewed with tolerance and generally acceptable, if not loved.

Neutral:  shows that the race is thought of neutrally, although some suspicion will be evidenced.

Antipathy:  means that the race is greeted with antipathy.

Hatred:  tokens a strong hatred for the race in question.