The table below provides the main differences between the four races at game start.
| HUMAN | ELF | DWARF | HALFLING | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Symbol |  |  |  |  |
| Skill Group Bonus | +1 All | — | — | — |
| Ability Bonus | +1 Wisdom | +2 Intelligence | +2 Strength | +2 Dexterity |
| Prime Terrain | Plainlands | Forest | Mountains | Hills |
| Base Movement Rate | 50 | 60 | 45 | 40 |
| Base Encumbrance | 10 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Starting Age | 18 – 50 | 100 – 500 | 30 – 200 | 25 – 100 |
| Height | 4′ 10″ – 6′ 4″ | 4′ 8″ – 6′ 2″ | 3′ 10′ – 4′ 8″ | 2′ 9″ – 3′ 3″ |
| Weight | 115 – 270 lbs | 80 – 185 lbs | 120 – 225 lbs | 37 – 43 lbs |