Gnome
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.
Gnomes live in the mountains alongside the dwarves, although closer to the surface than their dwarven brethren. Because they are not a magical species, they are more frequently found in the Blessed Kingdom of Light, although some do live in Draxium and they are not forbidden from either kingdom. However, they also cannot cross the border and must remain in the country they were born in.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Gnomes are small in stature like the dwarves, but where dwarves are muscular and stocky gnomes have a more average build, leaning more toward humans in terms of their general physiology. Just shorter.
Growth Rate & Stages
Gnomes mature at the same rate as humans, and most are expected to settle into adult life around the age of 40. They can live to 350 years on average, but it's not too uncommon for them to reach 500 years of age.
Ecology and Habitats
Gnomes prefer to live in the mountains, usually close by or within dwarven caverns. However, some gnomes have traded this life for living in cities. They work closely with blacksmiths and other creative professions as they enjoy tinkering and discovering.
Additional Information
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Can be found all across Elarus in both the Blessed Kingdom of Light and Draxium. While primarily found in the mountains, some have moved into human or elvish cities to partner with the other races on creating new and more exciting inventions.
Average Intelligence
Due to their long lifespans and love of learning they are one of the most intelligent species on Elarus. Although their knowledge is primarily grounded in math and science as they pay little attention to history or the arts.
Civilization and Culture
Major Organizations
Gnomes don't have any major rankings among themselves. They usually allow themselves to fall under the rule of whatever species they are living with; whether that be dwarves, humans, or elves. As long as they are permitted to invent and learn they do not care for worldly matters like politics.
Gender Ideals
Gnomes pay very little attention to gender or gender roles aside from when they decide to reproduce.
Courtship Ideals
Gnomes choose a partner based on scientific data regarding both physical, emotional, and intellectual compatibility. The process is very 'cold' with parents arranging marriages for their offspring based on what will bring about the most capable future generations.
Average Technological Level
Gnomes are the most technologically advanced race on Elarus. While they share some of their inventions with other species, it is difficult to determine exactly how far they have advanced as they keep many discoveries secret either because they feel that the invention hasn't been perfected or because they feel that the other races would not be able to fully appreciate the genius yet.
Lifespan
350 years
Average Height
Between 3 and 4 feet tall
Average Weight
Around 40 lbs
Average Physique
Gnomes are small of both frame and height.
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