You may not know much, but you know the feeling of the crack of your knuckles when they impact an elven face; or the sound of a bone breaking when you twist it a touch too far. Combat is in your veins; and anywhere you go, you have a knack for finding someone of a similar mindset.

Despite your eagerness for a good brawl, you know where good company for someone like you gets work; construction, brewing, industrial work, and pretty much any other menial labour job that is dull enough or repetitive enough to ache for the iron taste of blood on your lip after a long day. You've picked up some skills in these jobs, maybe even specialize in one occupation or another, but your real pleasure is the fight, whenever and wherever you can get it.

Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Intimidation, Acrobatics, Sleight of Hand

Equipment: A tool of your usual trade, a set of common clothes, a handkerchief with old bloodstains, a trinket you won in a fight that you are particularly proud of, and a pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

You aren't pretty in your fights; you try to take the opponent down as quickly as possible to save as much energy as possible for any more rounds you might be challenged to. Most Fist Fighters are honorable in a fashion, with a respect for the fight and the opponents they face. Some preach grace in defeat and humility in success, while others don't handle failure so well and seek the downfall of their victorious opponents, one way or another. There are those unfortunate few that employ trickery and foul play to make sure they win, and are only stopped when caught.

Will you be an honest fighter, agreeing to a one-on-one match where the strongest fighter wins? Or will you scare the opponent into an early forfeit? Will you mickey their drinks before the match to make sure your win streak is unbroken? Maybe you will use your superior acrobatics to tire them out until you can exhange blows in whatever weakspots might present themselves?

Whichever is the case, you are sure to enjoy yourself; win, lose, or draw.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I tend to compare situations to fights I've won in the past.
2	I like when people whisper and point at me; it makes me feel respected and feared.
3	I love a fanciful story, especially one that tells tall tales of a good fighter. It makes beating them more fun.
4	I have an unconscious tendency to flex anytime I catch someone looking my way.
5	I appreciate craftiness and guile, even when it leads to me losing a fight.
6	I feel lost in crowds; I'm used to being the center of attention.
7	I surround myself with people I believe are as strong or stronger than I am, so I have some competition to keep me on my toes.
8	I get anxious around casters; combat should be about strength and agility, not who read a better book.

d6	Ideal
1	Clarity. Combat can give people perspective, and so the mantle I have put upon myself is to reform people through battle. (Lawful)
2	Merciful. If given the option, I choose mercy over crushing my enemies. (Good)
3	Cheap Shot. I'm not above taking every possible advantage, even if the methods are questionable. (Chaotic)
4	Peace Through Power. I believe that the strongest must lead, and I am determined to be that person. (Evil)
5	General Labourer. If there's potential for gold or renown, I'll lend a hand. (Neutral)
6	Perserverance. Whether the situation is good or bad, I am not one to concede easily. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	My bones have been broken many times, but my heart only once.
2	One of the people I have beaten wants revenge on me for cheating in a fight, and their most recent attempt was almost lethal.
3	I fight for the adoration of the croud; I would love to be considered a hero.
4	There is one fight that ended with my humiliation. One day, I will break that opponent so completely that I will finally be free of the embarrassment.
5	I would do anything to teach my combat techniques. Someday, I'll open a school to teach my skills..
6	I feel camaraderie whenever I fight alongside someone.

d6	Flaw
1	I get insecure very quickly when someone else is praised for something I feel I am better at. I feel a need to one-up them.
2	Sometimes, if a fight is too easy, I'll intentionally lower my guard and let an opponent have a couple free hits before ending the fight.
3	I am naturally trusting and take people at face value.
4	I try to keep myself involved in conversations that I know nothing about.
5	I have a bad habit of mocking my enemy after any success, and it consistently gets me into worse danger.
6	I can't stand the embarrassment of being Enchanted; people that try to Charm me will be passing teeth for a week.

Contacts

You have an innate understanding with people that see you and your build, and the both of you know when you are looking for a proper fight. Tavern owners, shady back alley folk and other muscular combatants will be quick to accept a challenge and find you an opponent.