Chronicler

You grew up reading tales of adventure, war, heroes, and corruption in local books and chronicles. At a young age you took up the pen, writing fluff stories for yourself and others, but quickly grew tired of simply writing. At the first opportunity to jump in with a wandering band of adventurers, you didn't hesitate. 

Known to occasionally step back from a fight to jot some notes to write about later, you often decide whether to undertake a quest based purely on how good of a story you think it'll make. You write about everything that happens in your adventures. You may keep these journals for yourself, or ship them to publishers or libraries later. From scandals you uncover about local politicians to bar fights you get into with your companions, nothing is off limits. Because of this, you may make some enemies along the way, but it's a good thing your exploits and tales gave you friends in high places. 

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from History, Insight, Investigation, or Persuasion

Tool Proficiencies: Calligrapher's Supplies

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead colleague posing a question you have not yet been able to answer, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Chroniclers spend their lives asking questions and uncovering secrets. They may be driven by insatiable curiosity, or could have a deep belief that the people deserve to know all that can be known.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I’m always polite and respectful.
2	I’ve read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
3	I misuse long words in an attempt to sound impressive.
4	There’s nothing I like more than a good mystery.
5	I know a rumour or wild tale relevant to almost every topic.
6	I watch how people interact with each other and will often write notes down about them.
7	Sometimes I find myself narrating the events around me without noticing.
8	I never let a job opportunity escape me.

d6	Ideal
1	Judgement. Criminals deserve to be exposed in public and judged for their crimes. (Lawful)
2	Free Thinking. Inquiry and curiosity are the pillars of progress. (Chaotic)
3	Logic. Emotions must not cloud our logical thinking. (Lawful)
4	Friendship. Material goods come and go. Bonds of friendship last forever. (Good)
5	Greed. I'm only in it for the money and fame. (Evil)
6	Aspiration. I'm going to work hard and earn a better life. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	I owe everything to my mentor--a horrible person who would sell their mother for a good story.
2	I will never forget the first book I wrote.
3	I work to preserve a library, university, scriptorium, or monastery.
4	I will ensure that my companions are remembered for their great deeds.
5	Someday I'll be wealthy and famous, and high society elites will compete for my attention.
6	I exposed a person who didn't deserve the mob's judgement. I seek to atone for my misdeeds but might never be able to forgive myself.

d6	Flaw
1	I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
2	People get what they deserve when their secrets are exposed. If they didn't want their scandals on the front page, they should have been more careful.
3	My curiosity leads me to blindly rush into trouble. I can't resist taking a risk if there's a good story involved.
4	I am cynical about those who appear to be benevolent or heroic. They're usually hiding the darkest secrets.
5	I often change the stories so that I can be the hero.
6	I can’t keep a secret to save my life, or anyone else’s.