Coillte Gnomes
"Yes, I am the almighty tree stump. Fear and adore me, mortal!"
As another race that came from the Feywild, gnomes share a special connection to wild and natural places of the world. None embody that more than the Coillte - "Forest gnomes". These gnomes have spread among the woodlands of Asphodel soon after their emergence. Within their new home, they have quickly found kinship with the native elves, especially the kaiti, who share much similarity with the coillte. Sometimes they shared homes and regions, and from there a bond was formed. So much so, that the coillte soon adapted much of their culture to that of the kaiti and other neighboring elves.
The coillte excel as illusionists and tricksters, often spending their free time devising new ways to weave magic strands into new deceptions for the senses. When they aren't doing that, they enjoy spending time making friends with small woodland critters and frolicking around with them. They are used to living in an almost fey-like lifestyle that is a carryover from their time in the Feywild. Like other gnomes, they prize inventiveness and creativity, which they channel into their magic and creating hidden livable places in their home regions.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Coillte tend to be slighter and nimbler than other gnomes, with hues closer to wood- or nature-like to their hair and eyes.
Ecology and Habitats
Coillte inhabit wooded areas of the world - from forests and rainforests, to jungles and groves. Unlike kaiti, the coillte prefer safer woodland environments for their settlements and homes, especially those with formations they can protect with their illusions and spells.
RPG Stats
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Traits
Ability Scores. +1 Dexterity, +2 Intelligence, -2 Strength
Size. Small
Speed. 25 ft
Features
Darkvision. Accustomed to life in the gloom and darkness, Coillte have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. They can see in dim light within 60 feet of them as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. They can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Gnome Cunning. Coillte have advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.
Natural Illusionist. Coillte know the Minor Illusion cantrip. Intelligence is their spellcasting ability for it.
Speak with Small Beasts. Through sounds and gestures, Coillte can communicate simple ideas with Small and smaller beasts. They love animals and often keep squirrels, badgers, rabbits, moles, woodpeckers, and other creatures as beloved pets.
by Prosper Tipaldi
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