Oath of Silence

First used by the Dwarf King Hrothgar the Oath of Silence is offered to a dwarf instead of Death. Punishment usually is still followed through but is reduced when the Oath is taken. The Oath is one of honor that no dwarf would break otherwise it would bring ruin on their family and forever shame their clan. Oath breakers are considered the worst of criminals as King Hrothgar said "What's a dwarf without honor". The oath however is rarely offered except in times of tension amongst the clans. Typically only involving politically motivated agendas. However it is rarely offered in other circumstances.