In this post, we’re building a gnome for Dungeons & Dragons. Gnomes are my mom’s absolute favorite race, as you’ll be able to tell if you listen to any of our D&D 101 audio series.
Gnomes are an excellent character race for Dungeons and Dragons. I’ll show you why.
Gnome Race Basics:
This guide should make it easy-peasy for you to fill out your first character sheet for the Gnome race! Consult your player’s handbook for more detailed information.
Life Span
Approximately 350-500 Years
Settling Into Adulthood
Gnomes Do This At About 40 Years Old
Ability Score Increase
Add +1 to Your Intelligence Score
Gnome Size
Small
Average Gnome Height
Three-Four Feet Tall
Average Gnome Weight
40 Pounds
Base Walking Speed
25 Feet
Gnome Languages
Gnomish & Common
Gnome Cunning
You Have Advantage on All Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma Savings Throws Against Magic
Darkvision
60 Foot in Dim Light, 30 Feet in Darkness
Standard Alignment
Typically Aligned as Good
Choose One Gnome Sub-Class:
Forest Gnome
You chose Forest Gnome as your sub-race. Cool! Here are the extra things you can add to your character sheet now:
Ability Score Increase
Add +1 to Your Dexterity Score
Natural Illusionist
You Have Minor Illusion Cantrip
(Intelligence Spellcasting)
Speak With Small Animals
You Can Communicate Simple Ideas With Small Beasts. You Have a Natural Affinity For Small Creatures.
Rock Gnome
You chose Rock Gnome as your sub-race. Cool! Here are the extra things you can add to your character sheet now:
Ability Score Increase
Add +1 to Your Constitution Score
Artificer’s Lore
You Get 2x Your Proficiency Bonus on History Checks For Magic, Alchemical, or Technological Devices
Tinkerer
Proficiency With Tinkerer's Tools. you have proficiency with tinkerer’s tools
Tinker Expansion For Rock Gnome Sub-Class
The device doesn’t function anymore after 24 hours unless an hour is spent repairing it to keep it going. You can totally reclaim the materials that went into creating it, though. Overall, you can have three devices at a time!
Choose One of These Three Possible Tinkering Devices:
Clockwork Toy
When Placed on Ground, Toy Moves Five Feet In a Random Direction On Each Of Your Turns. Can Represent An Animal, Monster, or Person!
Fire Starter
Device Produces Miniature Flame. Can Be Used to Light Fire. Requires Your Action.
Music Box
Plays Single Song at Moderate Volume When Opened
