Gnome

Curious in both senses of the word, gnomes are always eager for something new. Their sailors are the best in the Kingdom, their wizards are without compare, and their craftsmen are always innovating, in search of the next great discovery.

— Aedhar the Sage, on Gnomes.

Gnomes are well known throughout the High North Coast as curious, eager to learn about anything and everything. They travel widely, seeking always to see new places, hear new stories, taste new foods, and make new friends. Most gnomes take great pleasure in life, looking forward to each new day with a smile. They are innately magical, with great resistance to certain spells, and gnomes often make talented wizards.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Gnomes resemble Halflings physically, though they are usually a few inches taller. Their hair is usually golden-blond, and sticks out uncontrollably in every direction. Male gnomes grow carefully trimmed beards.

Biological Traits

Gnomes stand about 3'7" on average, and usually weigh 40 to 45 pounds. Their skin is usually tan, and they have bright blue or green eyes. Generally, gnomes live for five or six times as long as a human.

Genetics and Reproduction

Sexual reproduction; 11 months of pregnancy.

Ecology and Habitats

Most gnomes love to travel, and the majority have no one home. Many are sailors, ranging the coasts from Brightriver all the way to the far south. Those that do stay put often live in Brightriver, Wavemeet, or Silversward, where they can constantly meet new people.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Spread throughout the High North Coast

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Gnomes have excellent vision in darkness, likely as a result of their inherent magic.

Civilization and Culture

Naming Traditions

Gnomes have many names. Just about everyone in a gnome's immediate family gives them a name, and each gnome usually ends up with five or six nicknames that stuck well. When dealing with those who have trouble remembering all of a gnome's names, they usually pick one personal name, one clan name, and one nickname.

Gnomish Traits

Certain characteristics are common to all gnomes, drawn from their innate magic.

Ability Score Increase.

Your Intelligence score increases by 2.

Darkvision.

Through your magical background, you have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.

Gnome Cunning.

You have advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.

Lifespan

350 to 450 years

Average Height

3'4" to 3'10"

Average Weight

40 to 45 lb.

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