You were called to the profession of education. Perhaps it was your love for learning or the desire to work with young children. Whether you teach basic common and arithmetic or assist older students transitioning into adulthood, you have made your mark as an educator.
However, after spending some years in the classroom seeing countless bright faces, you have begun to feel the tug of adventure into the great unknown world that lies beyond your classroom door. Maybe you seek new knowledge or something horrible has happened and you need answers?
- Skill Proficiencies: Two of your choice
- Tool Proficiencies: Calligraphy Kit, Herbalism Kit
- Languages: Two standard languages of your choice
- Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, five sheets of parchment, a Herbalism Kit, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
To determine the nature of your classroom expertise, roll a d8 or choose from the options in the table below.
| d8 | Expertise |
|---|---|
| 1 | Common Language Arts |
| 2 | Maths |
| 3 | Science |
| 4 | History |
| 5 | Athletics |
| 6 | Music |
| 7 | Art |
| 8 | Magic |
As an educator, you have a particular way with children and are well respected by parents. You can expect to be treated well by these people on your adventures. While they cannot offer any sort of significant assistance, you do gain +2 to any Insight, Perception, or Persuasion roles when dealing with children or their parents.
You also mingle well with other scholarly types. Having rubbed elbows with fellow teachers, you have picked up on a thing or two outside your area of studies. You can call on your fellow educators knowledge when you are in a bind, at a loss, or otherwise dumbfounded. It may take time for them to respond, however, and they might reply all.
Suggested Characteristics
Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to scholarly pursuits, a sage values knowledge highly—sometimes in its own right, sometimes as a means toward other ideals.
Educators are defined by their erudite abilities, and their characteristics reflect their career choice. Devoted to the pursuit of knowledge, an educator values the lessons of learning from mistakes and perseverance. They always strive to bring out the best in others.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition. |
| 2 | I’ve read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have. |
| 3 | I’m used to helping out those who aren’t as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to others. |
| 4 | There’s nothing I like more than a good mystery. |
| 5 | I’m willing to listen to every side of an argument before I make my own judgment. |
| 6 | I … speak … slowly … when talking … to idiots, … which … almost … everyone … is … compared … to me. |
| 7 | I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations. |
| 8 | I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral) |
| 2 | Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good) |
| 3 | Logic. Emotions must not cloud our logical thinking. (Lawful) |
| 4 | No Limits. Nothing should fetter the infinite possibility inherent in all existence. (Chaotic) |
| 5 | Power. Knowledge is the path to power and domination. (Evil) |
| 6 | Self-Improvement. The goal of a life of study is the betterment of oneself. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | It is my duty to protect my students. |
| 2 | I have an ancient text that holds terrible secrets that must not fall into the wrong hands. |
| 3 | I work to preserve a library, university, scriptorium, or monastery. |
| 4 | My life’s work is a series of tomes related to a specific field of lore. |
| 5 | I’ve been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question. |
| 6 | I sold my soul for knowledge. I hope to do great deeds and win it back. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am easily distracted by the promise of information. |
| 2 | Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy. |
| 3 | Unlocking an ancient mystery is worth the price of a civilization. |
| 4 | I overlook obvious solutions in favor of complicated ones. |
| 5 | I speak without really thinking through my words, invariably insulting others. |
| 6 | I can’t keep a secret to save my life, or anyone else’s. |
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