Dwarves and elves have a long history of conflict, dating back to ancient times when the two races warred over territory and resources. Over time, this rivalry has become entrenched in the cultures of both races, with each seeing the other as enemies and rivals. Despite occasional efforts to build bridges between the two, the deep-seated animosity remains, with many elves and dwarves seeing each other as natural enemies. While there is some variation in this dynamic among individuals, the overall sentiment is one of hostility and mistrust.