Homebrew Clockwork Gnome Species Details

Appearance: Clockwork Gnomes are small, clockwork creatures with intricate gears and metal parts visible under their transparent shells. They stand at around 2 feet tall and their bodies are made of brass, copper, and other metals. Their eyes are glowing orbs that can change color to express their emotions, and their voices sound metallic and robotic.

Abilities: Clockwork Gnomes are highly intelligent and excel at tinkering with machinery and technology. They have a natural proficiency with tools and can easily repair and improve mechanical devices. They are also immune to the effects of poison and disease.

Culture: Clockwork Gnomes are a highly organized and structured society, with each individual fulfilling a specific role in the community. They are driven by a desire to improve and perfect their own technology, and are constantly working on new inventions and gadgets. They are not inherently evil or malicious, but their pursuit of technological advancement can sometimes lead them to make ethically questionable decisions.

History: Clockwork Gnomes were created by a group of gnome engineers who sought to create the perfect machine. Over time, the Clockwork Gnomes developed their own unique culture and way of life, becoming masters of technology and machines.

Clockwork Gnome Traits

Your gnome character has certain characteristics that are unique then other gnomes.

Tinker

You have proficiency with artisan's tools (tinker's tools). Using these tools, you can spend 1 hour and 10 gp worth of materials to construct a Tiny clockwork device (AC 5, 1 hp). The device ceases to function after 24 hours (unless you spend 1 hour repairing it to keep the device functioning), or when you use your action to dismantle it; at that time, you can reclaim the materials used to create it. You can have up to three such devices active at a time.

Actions:

  • Clockwork Spy: This device is designed to resemble a small insect or bird and can be used to scout ahead and gather information. It has a small camera lens that can transmit images back to the Clockwork Gnome who created it. The device can move at a speed of 30 feet per round and has a fly speed of 30 feet. It has a Dexterity score of 10, an AC of 12, and 1 hit point.
  • Clockwork Bomb: This device is a small explosive that can be used to deal damage to enemies or to destroy objects. When activated, it explodes in a 10-foot radius, dealing 2d6 lightning damage to all creatures in the area. The device has an AC of 10 and 1 hit point.
  • Clockwork Helper: This device is a small mechanical construct that can be programmed to perform a specific task. For example, it can be programmed to turn keys in locks, open doors, or pick up small objects. The device has Strength and Dexterity scores of 10, an AC of 12, and 1 hit point.
  • Clockwork Medic: This device is a miniature medical drone that can be used to heal allies. When activated, it flies to the target and uses a small needle to administer a healing potion or potion of greater healing. The device has a fly speed of 30 feet, an AC of 10, and 1 hit point. It can administer one healing potion or potion of greater healing before it stops functioning.

Construct Nature

You are immune to poison and disease, do not need to eat, drink, or breathe, and cannot be affected by spells or abilities that target humanoids.

Clockwork Mind

You have advantage on saving throws against being charmed, frightened, paralyzed, poisoned, or stunned.

Darkvision

Due to your advanced optical sensors, you have darkvision out to a range of 60 feet.

Ability Score Increase

Your Intelligence score increases by 2, and your Constitution score increases by 1.

Alignment

Clockwork Gnomes are often lawful or neutral, valuing order and structure above all else.

Languages

You can speak, read, and write Common and Gnomish. Additionally, you can communicate with other constructs in a limited way, using a system of beeps and whirs.

Age

Clockwork Gnomes are built, not born, and can theoretically live indefinitely as long as they are properly maintained and repaired.

Size

Clockwork Gnomes are small creatures, standing at around 2 feet tall. Your size is Small.

Speed

Your base walking speed is 25 feet.

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