The Dark Iron Dwarves are a subrace of dwarves in the fantasy universe of World of Warcraft. They are known for their distinctive dark skin and fiery red eyes, a result of their exposure to the intense heat of their volcanic homeland, the Blackrock Mountain. Historically, they were skilled blacksmiths and craftsmen, specializing in creating powerful weapons and armor. Once a proud and independent race, the Dark Iron Dwarves faced oppression from the Highborne and later the Wildhammer Dwarves. After a long struggle, they were eventually freed and joined the Alliance, bringing their unique skills and knowledge to the broader conflict against their enemies.