Deep gnomes, also known as svirfneblin, are a subterranean race that resides in the Hollowed Depths. It is said that they were once surface gnomes who were forced to flee underground during a great cataclysm that ravaged the land. In the depths, they found refuge and developed a deep connection with the earth, becoming skilled miners and crafters. However, their isolated existence also made them wary and mistrustful of outsiders, and they developed a complex network of tunnels and traps to defend their homes from invaders. Despite their reclusive nature, the svirfneblin are known for their cleverness and ingenuity, and their creations are highly sought after by those who can gain their trust.