While each gnome may vary on the pose or what they own, each gnome is special to the role they play in their society.
Garden Gnomes
Garden gnomes may be the most well known type of gnome. Garden gnomes are kept in belief that they will bring good luck to all the plants that are growing. They are also known to kindly help out with the work load of the garden.
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Woodland Gnomes
Woodland gnomes are the most recognized type of gnome although people do not know much about them. They wear the traditional gnome clothing but focus on guarding different elements of the forest. They are shy around humans and would rather associate with creatures of the woods.
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Mountain Gnomes
Mountain gnomes are most known for working as miners. They also spend their time thinking up new inventions.
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