Gnome

Gnomes are beings that live a subterranean lifestyle. They are members of the fay, and thought to be related to dwarves, but this speculation is unfounded.

Appearance
Contrary to popular belief, gnomes don't look like those little Santa Claus-like statues people put in their yards. Real gnomes tend to look like a combination of a human, an oread, and an armadillo. They are shorter than dwarves, at around 1-2 feet in height, with gray skin, armadillo-like ears, shovel-like claws, and rocky carapaces on their arms, back, legs, and head.

Behavior
Gnomes tend to live underground, where they tend to dig/build elaborate colonies with other gnomes. They are wary of others, but are invaluable if you gain one's trust.

Powers and Abilities

 * Subterranean adaptation: Gnomes are adapted to underground environments, giving them various abilities, such as night vision, and a seismic sense.
 * Burrowing: Gnomes are extremely adept at digging tunnels, due to the claws on their hands, which act like shovels.
 * Earth manipulation: Gnomes are able to manipulate earthen elements, such as rocks, dirt, sand, etc.
 * Earth mimicry: Gnomes have rocky protrusion all over their bodies, giving them the appearance of stones.
 * Ball form: Gnomes are able to contort themselves and transform into a spherical, rock-like form.
 * Alchemy: Gnomes are able to utilize the magical science of alchemy.
 * Technomancy: Gnomes are able to use a special magic to control technology.
 * Enhanced crafting: Like dwarves, gnomes are proficient crafters, able to build anything one asks of them.
 * Thermal resistance: Due to their underground living, are able to withstand heat much better than other beings, with the possible exception of dwarves.
 * Escape artistry: Gnomes have the ability to escape all manner of bonds.

Weaknesses
As they are related to the fay folk, they share their relatives' weaknesses.