You are the child of someone who is, or was, a Senator, a member of one of the most important organisations in Triton Culture and a person appointed by a nation to conduct diplomacy with one or more other nations. The main functions of Senators are; representation and protection of the interests and nationals of the sending nation; initiation and facilitation of strategic agreements; treaties and conventions; promotion of information; trade and commerce; technology; and friendly relations. As such, you have been privvy to many a negotiation and have been exposed to the power of connections.
- Skill Proficiencies: History, Persuasion
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: A set of fine clothes, a signet ring, a scroll of pedigree, and a purse containing 25 gp
Feature: Diplomatic Immunity
In peaceful foreign lands that recognise you and your place of origin, you may use your status as a diplomat to avoid penalties for minor crimes, and you may not be attacked by soldiers or guards. You may procure audience with various officials and nobles by using your title, though they are less likely to meet with you directly if you are not on official business. If you are ever publicly arrested in a foreign land, your nation will likely negotiate your return if this is both possible and desired by them. Abuse of this power will mean that it will be ignored or revoked.
Suggested Characteristics
You were born and raised to a very different lifestyle than most people ever experience, and your personality reflects that upbringing. Ties to a Senator comes with a plethora of bonds—responsibilities to family, to other Senators (including the sovereign), to the people entrusted to the family’s care, or even to the title itself. But this responsibility is often a good way to undermine a member of the Senate.
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Personality Trait |
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1
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My eloquent flattery makes everyone I talk to feel like the most wonderful and important person in the world.
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2
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The common folk love me for my kindness and generosity.
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3
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No one could doubt by looking at my regal bearing that I am a cut above the unwashed masses.
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4
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I take great pains to always look my best and follow the latest fashions.
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5
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I don’t like to get my hands dirty, and I won’t be caught dead in unsuitable accommodations.
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6
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Despite my noble birth, I do not place myself above other folk. We all have the same blood.
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7
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My favor, once lost, is lost forever.
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8
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If you do me an injury, I will crush you, ruin your name, and salt your fields.
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Ideal |
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1
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Respect. Respect is due to me because of my position, but all people regardless of station deserve to be treated with dignity. (Good)
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2
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Responsibility. It is my duty to respect the authority of those above me, just as those below me must respect mine. (Lawful)
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3
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Independence. I must prove that I can handle myself without the coddling of my family. (Chaotic)
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4
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Power. If I can attain more power, no one will tell me what to do. (Evil)
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5
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Family. Blood runs thicker than water. (Any)
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6
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Noble Obligation. It is my duty to protect and care for the people beneath me. (Good)
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Bond |
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1
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I will face any challenge to win the approval of my family.
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2
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My house’s alliance with another noble family must be sustained at all costs.
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3
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Nothing is more important than the other members of my family.
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4
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I am in love with the heir of a family that my family despises.
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5
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My loyalty to my sovereign is unwavering.
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6
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The common folk must see me as a hero of the people.
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Flaw |
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1
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I secretly believe that everyone is beneath me.
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2
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I hide a truly scandalous secret that could ruin my family forever.
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3
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I too often hear veiled insults and threats in every word addressed to me, and I’m quick to anger.
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4
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I have an insatiable desire for carnal pleasures.
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5
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In fact, the world does revolve around me.
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6
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By my words and actions, I often bring shame to my family.
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