Physical Description: Gnomes are one of the smallest of the common races, generally standing just over 3 feet in height. Their hair tends toward the usual browns and blacks, although it is not uncommon to spot a gnome with a radical hair color, most likely due to an experiment gone wrong. Similarly, their flesh tones range from pale pink to nut brown.

Society: Unlike most races, gnomes do not generally organize themselves within classic societal structures. Gnomish society is divided into Bureaus of Knowledge. These Bureaus cover every type of craft, knowledge, or profession conceivable. After basic education (which all gnomes are given), a gnome chooses their field of expertise. At that point, the gnome leaves its family behind and becomes part of its new Bureau. Even inside the Bureaus, they rarely form enduring relationships among themselves instead pursuing their field of expertise.

Relations: Gnomes have difficulty interacting with the other races, on both emotional and physical levels. Their main dealings with them are the imports of raw goods and the exports of their unique inventions. For example, gnomes were the ones to invent gunpowder. They keep the recipe a closely guarded secret and are currently the only source for gunpowder in the world.

Alignment and Religion: A typical gnome is Lawful Neutral. Gnomes tend to adhere to a very strict order about life. Rules and procedures make for efficiency and "keep the cogs greased." However, gnomes have trouble relating to any sense of moral obligation. This often frustrates other races.

Many gnomes are non-religious, devoting themselves to their work above all else. However, there are still just as many religious gnomes who mostly follow Gib, the god of Science and Magic. Those that do are often rewarded for their devotion and their work is blessed by the clerics of Gib.

Adventurers: Studious creatures at heart, they typically travel alone or with temporary companions, ever seeking new knowledge and more fascinating discoveries. Gnomes make excellent wizards (though mostly unaffiliated with the Brotherhood) and sorcerers.

Gnomes were the first race to unlock the secrets of alchemy and gunpowder. As such, they are more likely to be alchemists and gunslingers than other races.