An expansive and advanced member of the dwarven empire, The Chain is a mighty machine that does not share the same racial bigotry as Highhelm's citizens.
An open mind towards slavery and press gangs means The Chain's ranks are replete with goblinoids, humans, elves and many other races.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Chain is known for granting their slaves freedom as a reward for years of service, and a swift death in the face of treasonous acts. They are not barbaric, but they give no quarter.
While The Chain is ever vigilant against threats to their safety, they are not expansionist outright. They have the power to crush most any opposition but are satisfied simply to maintain their own borders, keeping the rival kingdoms and covenants at bay.