Colin

Known For: His permanently startled expression, as though he’s just spotted something unexpected in the garden.

Personality:

Nervous • Alert • Endearingly dramatic 

Favourite Things: Quiet garden paths, calm sunny afternoons, and knowing exactly where the nearest hiding spot is.

Where You’ll Find Them: Peeking from flowerbeds, standing nervously on porches, or keeping a cautious eye on bushes that rustle a little too often.

Little Lore: Colin is a gnome who seems forever caught in a moment of surprise. With wide eyes and a beard bristling with alarm, he stands perfectly still as if he’s just heard a twig snap or spotted a squirrel far larger than expected. Garden visitors often laugh when they notice him watching the shadows with such dramatic concern. Yet Colin insists he’s simply being careful — after all, a wise gnome always keeps an eye on the things that move when no one else is looking.

Folklore Warning: Some garden tales say gnomes only freeze like this when they’ve glimpsed something humans can’t see. If Colin’s stare lingers too long in one direction… you might not want to look behind you.