A gnome is a mythical creature - a small, bearded man with a pointed hat, living underground in gardens or forests. They may be mischievous, hardworking, and guarding or extracting mineral treasures. They are popular characters in fantasy literature, children's literature, and movies: Rumpelstiltskin from German folklore and the online game World of Warcraft. Gnome garden figures are often placed in gardens and on lawns to protect and care for the plants and flowers and are a symbol of good luck.