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Also known as deep gnomes, the svirfnebli are a race of short, wise beings that inhabit the vast caverns and deep subterranean reaches of Thera. They are slightly larger than their surface cousins, though still seldom exceed much more than three and a half feet in height. They are most renowned for their dedication to stone, possessing an empathic link to the earth that is almost supernatural. Svirfneblin societies are even rumored to grow and harvest their own gems and crystals, and elemental mages of svirfneblin blood possess a heightened affinity for earth magic. All svirfnebli possess the inherent ability to temporarily transform their leathery skin into a hardened stonelike layer through this connection to the earth. It is also said that this mystical link to the most material of elements prevents them from being tricked by basic magic into perceiving a material being or thing as invisible. Like their surface cousins, their small frames leave them vulnerable to blunt attacks, but their earth-toughened bodies leave them resistant to magic, poison, and disease. Svirfnebli have coarse, pale complexions that vary from mottled grey to alabaster white, with skin that is frequently gnarled with irregular growths and callouses. Their large, light-sensitive eyes are capable of seeing perfectly in the dark, and are most commonly black but can vary in brilliant deep hues that sparkle like gemstones. Their hair is coarse and wiry, and can be of grey, white, or metallic hues. Due to their singular dedication to the earth, svirfnebli must remain neutral. Those who stray from the path of balance often suffer dire spiritual consequences. Max stats: Str: Herculean (22) Int: Genius (18) Wis: Sagacious (22) Dex: Dextrous (20) Con: Hearty (22) Cha: Charismatic (19) Svirfneblin may become Warriors, Thieves, Transmuters, Invokers, Conjurers, Shapeshifters, Healers, and with certain restrictions, Rangers. See also: 'INHERENT', 'STONE SKIN', 'SVIRF SPEECH'