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Gnome
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'''Gnome''' is a playable Alliance race in Wrath of the Lich King known for intelligence, engineering, invention and technology.
Gnomes are one of the most technologically advanced playable races in Azeroth.
Overview
Gnomes are known for:
- engineering
- invention
- arcane study
- mechanical technology
- intelligence
- compact size
Faction
Gnomes belong to the:
Starting Area
During the Wrath of the Lich King era, Gnome characters begin in:
Their early journey is closely tied to Dwarven territory and Ironforge.
Home City
The traditional Gnome homeland is:
During Wrath of the Lich King, Gnomeregan is not functioning as a normal player capital.
Gnomes instead operate largely from areas connected to Ironforge.
Gnome Classes
In Wrath of the Lich King, Gnomes can play:
Gnome Culture
Gnomes are famous for:
- mechanical inventions
- experimental devices
- engineering
- scientific curiosity
- arcane study
Engineering
Engineering is one of the professions most closely associated with Gnomes.
See Engineering.
Gnomish technology may involve:
- machines
- explosives
- gadgets
- mechanical devices
- transportation systems
Gnome Mages
Gnomes are strongly associated with arcane study.
Their intelligence and magical traditions make Mage a natural class choice.
Gnome Warlocks
Gnomes may also become Warlocks, combining magical study with darker forms of spellcasting.
Gnome Rogues
Their small size and agility fit naturally with Rogue gameplay.
Gnome Death Knights
Gnome Death Knights are fallen Gnomish champions raised by the Scourge.
See Death Knight.
Gnomeregan
Gnomeregan was once a major underground technological city.
It became dangerous after disaster and invasion forced much of the Gnome population to flee.
Gnomes on FrozenThrone
Gnomes are a strong choice for players interested in:
- engineering
- Mage gameplay
- Rogue gameplay
- technology
- Alliance characters