Kin to dwarves, gnomes are noticably smaller than their distant cousins.
Gnomes, as they proudly maintain, are also less rotund than dwarves. Their
noses, however, are significantly larger. Most gnomes have a dark tan or 
brown skin and white hair.

Gnome characters gain a +1 bonus to their Intelligence scores, to reflect
their highly inquisitive natures. They suffer a -1 penalty to Wisdom 
because their curiousity often leads them unknowingly into danger.