Svartalfheim (pronounced svart-alf-hame) is the place where the dwarfs lived. It means homeland of the black elves (black elves are another name for dwarfs). It is thought of as a labyrinthine of mines and forges. Svartalfheim is a dark, dirty, rocky place. It is very murky coloured (browns, greys, blacks) and there is little to no light. There are chambers filled with golden treasures and jewels crafted by the dwarfs.