Description
Gnomes were one of the first small races. Originally created to be creatures of the mind, rather than of the body, Gnomes were given the drive and means to learn and research. Combined with a lifespan that lasts a quarter of a whole era, those creatures quickly become a core part of the civilized world. Some of them, however, despite their destiny for greatness, choose to live simpler, quieter lives away from those busy centers. Those were later called Forest Gnomes. They possess a natural knack for illusion and inherent quickness and stealth. Forest gnomes are rare and secretive, gathering in hidden communities in elven forests. They utilize illusions and trickery to conceal themselves from threats or to mask their escape should they be detected. Forest gnomes tend to be friendly with other good-spirited woodland folk and they regard elves and good fey as their most important allies. These gnomes also befriend small forest animals and rely on them for information about potential threats that may prowl their lands.
Origins
Gnomes, were created by Iskar who infused them with the mindset of creators, tinkerers, tradesmen,
and researchers. Forest gnomes focused more on magic creation and utility
rather than tools.
Genetics
Gnomes have strong instincts driving them to create, alter, tinker, analyze
and invent. Their morality is spread on all 3 axis of good, neutral and evil
and so is their relation with chaos and order. Their bodies were made as small
as possible, but big enough to handle tools. Iskar also gave them
disproportionally large heads, to house bigger brains needed for
inventions.
Lifespan
Gnomes live around 500 years.
Homeland
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Reputation
They are known for their quick wit and playful nature, and their use of illusions and trickery could be seen as mischievous or even deceptive by some. However, their alliances with other good-spirited woodland creatures and their tendency to befriend small forest animals could be seen as endearing and charming by others.
Alive/Extinct
Forest Gnomes exist until the 4th era.
Forest Gnome Traits
As a forest gnome, you have the following racial traits.
Ability Score Increase: Your Dexterity score increases by 1.
Size: Gnomes are between 3 and 4 feet tall and average about 40 pounds. Your size is Small.
Speed: Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision: Accustomed to life underground, 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 Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws.
Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and Gnomish. The Gnomish language, which uses the Dwarvish script, is renowned for its technical treatises and its catalogs of knowledge about the natural world.
Natural Illusionist: You know the Minor Illusion cantrip. You also always have the Speak with Animals spell prepared. You can cast it without a spell slot a number of times equal to your Proficiency Bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a Long Rest. You can also use any spell slots you have to cast the spell.