Treetender
Dwelling in the woods, often knowing each stump and mossy bole with careful precision, the Treetender declines the companionship of his or her fellow gnomes in favor of a nearly hermit-like existence in the woods.
Role
Although they rarely interact with other gnomes on a daily basis, these nature priests are highly respected for helping to preserve the environment in which their fellows live. Like the Druid of humankind, the Treetender takes a fierce interest in his or her domain and will vigorously strive to protect it against all threats. He or she is not a complete recluse, however, and will usually make it to a local village for all the major festivals, as well as helping gnomes (and, sometimes, halflings) who pass through his or her woods. A treetender is always a priest of Tsu-Tao.
Distinctive Appearance
None
Special Benefits
All Treetenders have the abilities to identify plants, animals, and pure water and to pass through overgrown areas without leaving a trace.
At third level he or she gains immunity to charm spells cast by woodland creatures.
Also starting at third level, the Treetender gains one additional woodland language per level (i.e., one a 3rd level, two at 4th level, three at 5th, etc).
Special Hindrances
The Treetender cannot wear metal armor or wield weapons where more than 10% of the weight is metal.
Class
Priest
Attribute Requirements
None
Barred Beliefs
None
Race Requirement
Bonus Weapon Proficiencies
None
Required Weapon Proficiencies
None
Recommended Weapon Proficiencies
Treetenders specialize in weapons made of wood, though they are not averse to using stone heads on long wooden shafts. Unlike most priests, Treetenders can use bows.
Barred Weapon Proficiencies
None
Bonus Non-Weapon Proficiencies
Set Snares (innate)
Recommended Non-Weapon Proficiencies
Fire Building, Weather Sense, Direction Sense, and Healing
Equipment
In addition to weapons, a Treetender carries a selection of herbs and roots which he or she can use to make a potion of healing. Making the potion requires d6+6 turns, and it must be consumed immediately.
Wealth Options
None