GNOME
(Rock)

A constant hum of busy activity pervades the warrens and neighborhoods where gnomes form their close-knit communities. Louder sounds punctuate the hum: a crunch of grinding gears here, a minor explosion there, a yelp of surprise or triumph, and especially bursts of laughter. Gnomes take delight in life, enjoying every moment of invention, exploration, investigation, creation, and play.

!WARNING!:

If you enter the Underdark Lolthite Temple or the surface Shevarash Temple as someone against their dogma and get caught, it will be considered NVL.

Exceptions exist if there is a DM or event that invites player to these places

Rock gnomes were a curious, childlike race very much unlike their cousins, the svirfneblin (or deep gnomes) and the forest gnomes. When most people thought of gnomes, they were thinking of the rock gnome. Rock gnomes embodied the characteristics of their creator and patron deity, Garl Glittergold, choosing to spend their long lives by filling each day with as much fun and enjoyment as possible.

Rock gnomes possessed many of the traits of other races, particularly humans, attributed to children. Most rock gnomes enjoyed life to their very fullest; asking questions endlessly, playing pranks on friends and strangers, and finding new and interesting hobbies were just a few of the countless chores that rock gnomes burdened each day with. Much like a child, a rock gnome possessed very little tolerance for long term mental focus unless the task at hand was of notable interest.

While their joyful, child-like viewpoint of life gave the impression that a rock gnome would be incapable of achieving something as mundane as physical labor, rock gnomes managed to use their keen intelligence to turn something as generally unexciting as work into a fun and enjoyable expenditure of their time and energy.

Rock gnomes gathered in small towns, rarely reaching 500 adults. They considered large cities to be uncomfortable, partially because of the great amount of demand the Big Folk had for their skills. Rock gnomes were comfortable deep underground almost as much as on the surface world, possessing skill in ore and gemcutting that surpassed that of the dwarves, along with notable skills in toymaking and clockwork engineering. Rock gnomes were also the finest producers of the unusual weapons known as "guns."

Rock gnome homes were burrows, small but clean cave-like carvings into stone and hillsides. Married gnome couples had rooms for each to use, though rock gnome children generally slept together in a single room. Rock gnome burrows were constructed by clan, allowing underground tunnels to conjoin one another for defense and other purposes.

Biological Traits

Build: Small and sturdy. Rock Gnomes have a compact and solid build.
Eye Color: Shades of blue, green, or brown, often with a sharp, intelligent glint.
Hair Color: Brown, black, or white, often worn in practical styles to keep out of the way during tinkering.
Skin Color: Light to tan, sometimes with a slight reddish or brownish hue.
Distinguishing Features: Rock Gnomes have an air of curiosity and ingenuity, with their hands often stained with ink or oil from their inventions. Their eyes are bright and inquisitive, and they usually have a variety of small tools and gadgets on their person.

Lifespan: Rock Gnomes mature at the same rate as humans but can live up to 500 years.

Height: Small. Rock Gnomes typically stand between 95 - 110 cm tall.

Alignment: Rock Gnomes are often good-aligned, leaning towards neutral good due to their helpful and inventive nature. However, individual alignments can vary.

Languages: Common, Gnomish

Speed: 4 tiles

Racial Traits

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PERKS

Specialist: Choose one from these and increase it by +1:
- Constitution
- Intelligence
Darkvision:
- You can see in the dark (unless source of light is present, you see shades of grey)
Gnome Cunning:
- You have advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.
Artificer's Lore.
- Whenever you make an Intelligence (History) check related to magic items, alchemical objects, or technological devices, you can add twice your proficiency bonus(4, 4, 6, 8), instead of any proficiency bonus you normally apply.

Positive Views on other races

Dwarves: Both races share a love for craftsmanship and stonework, often forming strong alliances in their mutual appreciation for invention and industry.
Artificers: Artificers, who specialize in magical inventions, often find common cause with Rock Gnomes and collaborate on projects and inventions.
Wizards: Wizards appreciate the Rock Gnomes' intelligence and often work with them on magical experiments and research.

Negative Views on other races

Orcs and Goblins: These races often seek to destroy or steal the inventions and homes of Rock Gnomes.
Undead: Undead creatures, who threaten the gnomes' homes and inventions, are common enemies.
Rust Monsters: These creatures, which consume metal, are a significant threat to the metal-rich environments and inventions of Rock Gnomes.

Common Gods

Garl Glittergold
- Overview: The chief deity of the gnome pantheon, Garl Glittergold is the god of humor, gemcutting, and protection. He encourages gnomes to be clever, kind, and to enjoy life.
- Domains: Trickery, Protection

Note for clerics:

- Due to the limited amount of subclasses in the server, the domain of the worshipped god does not need to perfectly match up. Make sure it makes sense!

Roleplaying Tips

Rock Gnomes are known for their creativity and love of invention. As a Rock Gnome, embrace your character's ingenuity and curiosity. Always be on the lookout for new problems to solve and ways to improve your inventions. Use your Artificer's Lore and Tinker abilities to create useful devices and tools that can aid you and your allies in various situations. Show a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and encourage others to see the value in clever solutions and well-made objects.

GNOME (Rock)