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Gnome 5eRace Guide & Character Creator

Int +2, darkvision, and more.

Create a GnomeAll races & classes
Ability Bonuses
Int +2 (subrace adds more)
Size
Small
Speed
25 ft.
Languages
Common, Gnomish

Gnomes are most often good. Gnomes mature at the same rate humans do, and most are expected to settle down into an adult life by around age 40.

What you get

Racial Traits

DarkvisionYou have superior vision in dark and dim conditions. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You cannot discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Gnome CunningYou have advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma saving throws against magic.

Ranked by fit

Best Classes for a Gnome

The stat bonuses point somewhere. Here is where — in order.

#1 WizardGUIDE →

Int +2 is a Wizard key stat.

Roll one up

Create a Gnome

Pick a class — race, level and the rest arrive pre-filled.

The Forge

Forge a Gnome

Choose a class. The forge builds a complete gnome character — sheet, portrait and backstory.

Forge a Wizard Gnome

Wizard · level 5 · pre-filled

Counsel

Gnomes, Answered

What do you get for playing a Gnome in 5e?

Int +2 (subrace adds more), a 25 ft. speed, and racial traits: Darkvision and Gnome Cunning. Languages: Common, Gnomish.

What is the best class for a Gnome?

Wizard is a strong fit — int +2 is a Wizard key stat. Pick the build in the character creator on this page to start from it.

What are the Gnome racial traits?

Darkvision and Gnome Cunning. See the traits section above for exactly what each one does.

Be One

Pick a class, and forge the gnome — sheet, portrait and backstory. Your first is free.

Create a Gnome
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