Eldritch Investigator (Fixed)

At some point when you were young, you came across some terrifying knowledge. Where others would have run in fear, you pushed on in excitement. Something about this knowledge was so intriguing, and you had to find more. Even as your friends and family distanced themselves from your newfound dark interests, you continued your quest. It has become your obsession to find the being the writings you found speak of.

Skill Proficiencies: You can pick two of the following Proficiencies: Arcana, Deception, History, Investigation, Religion

Tool Proficiencies: Alchemist's Supplies or Calligrapher's Supplies

Languages: One of: Abyssal, Celestial, Deep Speak or Infernal

Equipment: Scholar's Pack, Grimoire of your Favourite Spells, Arcane Focus, a Trinket, Backpack, Rations (5 days worth)

Suggested Characteristics

You have learned how to use your terrifying knowledge to influence and manipulation those around you.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I see any situation as a time to learn.
2	I begin or end my day with small traditional rituals that are unfamiliar to those around me.
3	I … speak … slowly … when talking … to idiots, … which … almost … everyone … is … compared … to me.
4	I tend to get overly excited at the prospect of finding a dark or terrifying object or being.
5	I like to quote old books and writings I have found.
6	I live for the thrill of the hunt, especially when the promise of more knowledge is at the end.
7	When I meet new people, I look for the potential for new recruits to my cause.
8	I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.

d6	Ideal
1	Freedom. No past or present life can keep me from what I want. (Chaotic)
2	Truth. Nothing matters more than the search for what is true. (Neutral)
3	Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral)
4	I have a dark calling that puts me above the law. (Chaotic)
5	Perseverance. No injury or obstacle can turn me from my goal. (Any)
6	No Limits. Nothing should fetter the infinite possibility inherent in all existence. (Chaotic)

d5	Bond
1	I keep my thoughts and discoveries in a journal. My journal is my legacy.
2	I’ve been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question.
3	A powerful creature of darkness gave me a command, and I will work to fulfill it to secure my reward.
4	I seek to preserve a sacred text that my enemies consider heretical and seek to destroy.
5	My loyalty to my master is without question, so I will never question my master.

d6	Flaw
1	I’ll occasionally awake with no idea where I am or what I’ve been doing. I’m worried that my lost memory is just a small part of some greater curse.
2	I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
3	Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy.
4	I talk to spirits that no one else can see.
5	Unlocking an ancient mystery is worth the price of a civilization.
6	I enjoy provoking people with my beliefs.