Edit: thank you for your comments, folks. I have my answers and appreciate you all's help.


I'm writing a story with a character with dwarfism, but fantasy-style dwarves already exist in this world so I'd like another word for her.

I may change it though because idk much about dwarfism and don't wanna risk her falling into any disrespectful stereotypes I'm not aware of.

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[–] 2 points 2 months ago (5 children)

New a creative author and "create" your own from your universe. Duh

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  • [–] [S] 4 points 2 months ago (4 children)

    The working word is "poytle" suggested by another, from my attempted portmanteau little+person=pertle. I like it and may use it.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 months ago (2 children)

    I meant to try cooking up something tied to their home. Are they from Poytlevania?

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