31. The Burrowhill Homestead

Nestled in the verdant hills of Gemhome, the Burrowhill Homestead is a picturesque gnome farm, surrounded by lush tree groves and vibrant green meadows. The farm consists of carefully tended fields of miniature vegetables, perfectly sized for gnome consumption. The landscape is dotted with playful rabbits, adding life and charm to the pastoral scene. The family's borough, a cozy underground dwelling, is accessible through a beautifully carved wooden door set into a small hillock, adorned with hanging lanterns and flowering vines.

Farm Features

• Vegetable Fields: Small patches of land are cultivated with a variety of vegetables, all scaled down to gnome size but bursting with flavor.
• Rabbit Warren: A designated area where numerous rabbits hop and play, providing companionship and occasionally aiding in the farming through their natural activities.
• Magic Play Area: A special part of the farm where Petal practices her illusions, often creating fantastical displays that both amuse and bewilder any passing travelers.

Unique Interaction

Petal has a playful habit of using her illusion magic to startle or amuse human travelers. She might conjure the image of a giant carrot or a dancing rabbit, delighting in the surprised reactions and spreading laughter through her innocent pranks.
The Burrowhill Homestead is not just a farm; it's a living, breathing part of the Gemhome community, embodying the spirit of gnome culture with every crop raised and every spell cast.

A Farm Blessed by Faeries

The Burrowhill Homestead owes its incredible bounty to the assistance of faeries who have tended to the land since time immemorial. These diminutive fey creatures have nurtured the soil with their magic, causing the vegetables to grow to astonishing proportions—towering pumpkins, leafy greens large enough to shade a gnome, and carrots so hefty they require wagons to transport.

Fresh Vegetables from Gnome Farm by 3orcs

Why Faeries Aid the Burrowhills

The alliance between the faeries and the Burrowhill family is steeped in history. Long before humanity's migration to the Flanaess, the Burrowhill ancestors shared the land with the fey, fostering mutual respect and partnership. This relationship endures, with the faeries ensuring the farm thrives in exchange for the Burrowhills maintaining the natural balance of the land.

• Ancient Connection: Faeries have lived in the hills for millennia, safeguarding the verdant magic that permeates the land.
• Mutual Care: The Burrowhills never till too deep nor harvest too greedily, preserving the delicate harmony that allows the faeries to coexist with the farm.
• Seasonal Rituals: Every equinox, the Burrowhill family hosts a festival to honor their faerie benefactors, leaving offerings of honeyed cakes and flower wreaths.

The Enchanted Vegetable Fields

The vegetable fields of the Burrowhill Homestead are a sight to behold. Rows of colossal cabbages, glistening with dew, line the rolling terrain. Their vibrant colors and radiant health make them sought-after in Gemhome's market square.

• Size and Proportions: The vegetables grow to proportions far larger than expected, a testament to the faeries' magical influence.
• Exceptional Flavor: Enhanced by the fey magic, the crops are not only large but also rich in flavor, beloved by both gnomes and humans.

Unique Crops

• Moonlit Mushrooms: Bioluminescent fungi that light up the fields at night.
• Faerie Radishes: Sweet, crunchy, and said to grant bursts of energy when eaten.
• Gigantic Zucchini: Often carved into whimsical shapes for festivals.

Thistle Burrowhill by 3orcs

Family Members

Thistle Burrowhill - The Patriarch

Thistle is a stocky gnome with a weathered face, twinkling blue eyes, and a thick beard interspersed with gray and brown.

• Personality: Known for his hardworking and cheerful demeanor, Thistle is deeply connected to the land and takes pride in nurturing his crops and animals.
• Motivation: He aims to pass on the traditions of gnome agriculture to his children and maintain the fertility of their cherished farm.

Merry Burrowhill - The Matriarch

Merry has a gentle face framed by soft curls of silver hair, often seen wearing a sunhat adorned with wildflowers.

• Personality: Warm and nurturing, she is the heart of the household, always ready with a comforting word and a warm meal.
• Motivation: She is driven by the desire to see her family thrive and to spread the joy of their harvest with the community.

Petal Burrowhill by 3orcs

Petal Burrowhill - The Daughter

A spritely young gnome with sparkling green eyes and hair pulled back in playful braids.

• Personality: Mischievous and imaginative, Petal spends her days frolicking with her pet rabbits and practicing her fledgling illusion magic.
• Motivation: Curious and full of wonder, she is eager to master her magical skills and use them to make the farm even more enchanting.

Type

Farm

Parent Location

Ostverk