There are legends within the Wood, of birdfolk blessed
by the wind who are destined to soar over any and all obstacles.
When a chick is born with special markings or unique
feather patterns, or when they survive a dramatic childhood
event, some folks brand them “Wind-Touched”. Though a
few dismiss the notion of the Wind-Touched as superstition,
others heap reverence upon those believed chosen. According
to legend, one who is touched by the wind will never feel at
ease anywhere but high in the forest canopy, with the wind in
their feathers.
- Skill Proficiencies: Skill Proficiencies: Acrobatics, Performance
- Tool Proficiencies: Tool Proficiencies: one type of wind Musical Instrument
- Languages: Languages: you can speak as well as understand Auran
- Equipment: Equipment: a wind Musical Instrument (one of your
choice), an ornate cloak, a symbol of the wind, common
clothes, and a belt pouch containing 10 gp
For some birdfolk, the moniker of Wind-Touched
is merely a title, a symbol of their devotion to the wind
and the natural world. Others have been told since birth that
they were blessed by the wind, much in the way the Amaranthine
Reya was in the old tales. Decide what your character
believes, or roll on the table below to understand how
they feel.
d6 Acceptance
1 I am truly blessed and have power over the
wind itself.
2 I am devoted to the wind spirits, in action
and title.
3 I believe in nature and goodness.
4 I will work tirelessly to earn the respect of
those who give me this title.
5 I accept this honor but have my doubts.
6 I feel nothing for this title, and carry it
against my will.
Whether or not you are truly Wind-Touched, there are
folk all across Everden that believe that you have been divinely
blessed. If you make a show of power or skill that can be
attributed to the wind or air, such as feats of acrobatics or
commanding unseen forces, those believers will be bolstered
by your supernatural presence. They will support you and,
depending on how well you have convinced them of your
powers, treat you with reverence and possibly even worship.
Suggested Characteristics
The wind-touched are revered by believers and scrutinized
by skeptics. For better or worse, they find themselves in a
world of expectations they struggle to live up to.
d8 Personality Trait
1 I never back down from a challenge.
2 I always end up being the center of attention.
3 I am gifted by the wind and destined
for greatness.
4 I have no time for those who doubt me.
5 I seek out challenges to test myself.
6 I am better than everyone else.
7 I avoid showing my power at all costs.
8 I remain humble despite my blessing.
d6 Ideal
1 Responsibility. The powers I have been gifted with
are meant to serve the common good. (Good)
2 Heroism. The wind chose me to be a brave warrior
and leader, so shall it be. (Lawful)
3 Egotism. My powers situate me above others. The
masses should know their place. (Evil)
4 Mysticism. Connected to nature, I speak for the
wind and divine its will for others. (Neutral)
5
Cynicism. What matters isn’t whether or not my
powers are genuine, but what advantages I can reap
because of that belief. (Evil)
6 Naturalism. The wind speaks to my soul, and I am
bound to go wherever it directs me. (Chaotic)
d6 Bond
1 I am guided by a wise elder who prepares me for
my destiny.
2 I am estranged from my parents who don’t
believe in my blessing.
3 I seek to discredit the person who burdened me
with this moniker.
4 I live in the shadow of my mentor, seeking
their approval.
5 I have a sibling who is not blessed, which
causes tension
6 I am one with the wind. Personal relationships
are fleeting.
d6 Flaw
1 I can’t accept another’s suggestion once I’ve
set my path.
2 I expect nothing less than reverence from
common people.
3 I blindly trust in the power of my blessing.
4 I am overly concerned about how others see me.
5 I will prove my worth, even if it means putting
myself and my friends in danger.
6 I am burdened with responsibility, and find it hard
to make even the simplest decisions
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 I never back down from a challenge. |
| 2 | 2 I always end up being the center of attention. |
| 3 | 3 I am gifted by the wind and destined for greatness. |
| 4 | 4 I have no time for those who doubt me. |
| 5 | 5 I seek out challenges to test myself. |
| 6 | 6 I am better than everyone else. |
| 7 | 7 I avoid showing my power at all costs. |
| 8 | 8 I remain humble despite my blessing |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Responsibility. The powers I have been gifted with are meant to serve the common good. (Good) |
| 2 | 2 Heroism. The wind chose me to be a brave warrior and leader, so shall it be. (Lawful) |
| 3 | 3 Egotism. My powers situate me above others. The masses should know their place. (Evil) |
| 4 | 4 Mysticism. Connected to nature, I speak for the wind and divine its will for others. (Neutral) |
| 5 | 5 Cynicism. What matters isn’t whether or not my powers are genuine, but what advantages I can reap because of that belief. (Evil) |
| 6 | 6 Naturalism. The wind speaks to my soul, and I am bound to go wherever it directs me. (Chaotic) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 I am guided by a wise elder who prepares me for my destiny. |
| 2 | 2 I am estranged from my parents who don’t believe in my blessing. |
| 3 | 3 I seek to discredit the person who burdened me with this moniker. |
| 4 | 4 I live in the shadow of my mentor, seeking their approval. |
| 5 | 5 I have a sibling who is not blessed, which causes tension |
| 6 | 6 I am one with the wind. Personal relationships are fleeting. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 I can’t accept another’s suggestion once I’ve set my path. |
| 2 | 2 I expect nothing less than reverence from common people. |
| 3 | 3 I blindly trust in the power of my blessing. |
| 4 | 4 I am overly concerned about how others see me. |
| 5 | 5 I will prove my worth, even if it means putting myself and my friends in danger. |
| 6 | 6 I am burdened with responsibility, and find it hard to make even the simplest decisions. |
While this background primarily focuses on the beliefs
and perceptions of yourself and your community, pairing
this background with a character who actually can manipulate
the wind through magic could potentially set them
up to become a holy figure, a prophet, or a fabled hero.
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