Dungeons & Dragons Ice Gnome Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of an Ice Gnome.

This model was created by M3DM who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

In Dungeons & Dragons, an Ice Gnome is a rare subrace of gnome adapted to cold, arctic environments. Often referred to as Chill Gnomes or Snow Gnomes, they originate from remote, frozen regions such as icy mountains or tundras. Unlike their forest or rock gnome cousins, Ice Gnomes have pale blue or white skin, frosty hair, and eyes that shimmer like snow under moonlight. They are known for their resilience against harsh climates and have a natural resistance to cold damage.

Ice Gnomes are typically curious, inventive, and playful, like all gnomes, but they also tend to be more cautious and reclusive due to the dangers of their environment. They build insulated burrows or ice-formed dwellings camouflaged within the snow. Their culture places a high value on community, warmth (both literal and emotional), and clever survival tactics. They often employ ice-based magic and alchemical tricks to thrive in their chilly homes.

Mechanically, an Ice Gnome might be presented as a variant of the rock gnome or a custom subrace. They would likely gain resistance to cold damage, proficiency with survival skills related to cold climates, and possibly the ability to cast minor cold-themed spells, such as ray of frost or frostbite. Some campaign settings or third-party sources expand on their lore, portraying them as guardians of ancient frost magic or allies to arctic druids and elemental beings.

While not officially part of the core 5e rules, Ice Gnomes appear in homebrew content and certain published campaign settings or modules, often tailored to adventures set in wintry regions. Players choosing to play an Ice Gnome typically embrace a blend of whimsy and resourcefulness, creating characters who are both endearing and hardy in the face of the frozen wilds.