Following the Last War, a number of spellcasters from the Five Nations were left without jobs but still had plenty of grudges. The Aurum has capitalized on this and set up a series of public dueling competitions for sport, organized at local and continent wide levels. These non-lethal competitions are growing larger crowds each time they are held, especially when National Leagues get to compete with each other. The Wandslinger Association of Khorvaire hosts bi-weekly through yearly events for participants of all skills and abilities. You have begun to participate in these events and have qualified to compete for Silver level status in the Association. The call to adventure is a simple next step for many Association members, most using the opportunity to practice new skills, obtain exotic materials for their spells or wands, or to find more challenging opponents and push themselves further.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana and one of the following: Acrobatics, Sleight of Hand, Perception, Insight, Intimidation, Medicine, and Performance.
- Tool Proficiencies: One gaming set (Dragonchess, Dice, Playing Cards or Three-Dragon Ante) and Woodcarver's tools.
- Equipment: Two wands (suitable as Arcane Focuses) both rough-worn and won in duels, a gaming set of choice, one brooch or keepsake from a mentor, a letter challenging you to a duel that you never showed up to because the date and location got smudged, and a pouch containing 15 gp.
While you've many Arcane Focuses over the years and have several on your person, there is one which is your favorite and most known for using. Choose or roll on the table below.
| d20 | Signature Implement |
|---|---|
| 1 | A simple wooden wand like what most people learn with. It's my Ol' Faithful. |
| 2 | A garish wand plated in electrum and fake rubies. |
| 3 | A dagger handled wand I keep in a sheath at my side. |
| 4 | A Mahogany and Iron Rod I keep strapped to my thigh or back. |
| 5 | An Ash Staff I keep meticulously clean in a fringed leather carrying pouch wherever I go. |
| 6 | All my wands are identical Zebrawood with Copper trim. |
| 7 | A curved Purple Heartwood Wand that forks at the tip. It's a family heirloom and very sought after by other duelists. |
| 8 | A Wenge with Turquoise inlay wand, which I recently lost in a duel. |
| 9 | A Crystal on a leather string tied to my wrist. I like throw off my opponents with my unusual style. |
| 10 | An blue and green hued Glass Orb. (I prefer the term "Orb-Slinger", thank you very much) |
| 11 | A 12 piece Cannith made Steel and Oak wand that is designed to be Disassembled and Reassembled as part of the cleaning and maintaining process. The manual included makes reference to a 13th piece, but you couldn't find it in the box. |
| 12 | A piece from a shattered Siege Staff you helped destroy in the War. You combined several charred remains into a functioning, but not entirely attractive looking, Rod. |
| 13 | A regular off-the-shelf Arcane Focus. It is in no way physically distinct from any other Implement of its kind, but you are always able to tell it apart from the others. Winona is special and better than all the others and no-one can convince you otherwise |
| 14 | An intricately carved Cherry wand with a carved spiral grip. The handle is hollowed out and a small vial of Eberron Dragonshard dust is visible between the spiral wood of the grip. |
| 15 | An unusually squared wand, colored grey and black. There are yellow draconic runes carved into it that the salesman who sold it to you swore meant "Strength Through Intelligence" |
| 16 | A narrow and long blue colored wand with a spiral copper inlay running the length of the implement. |
| 17 | A relatively straight piece of Fulgurite you found after a bad storm. |
| 18 | A simple but sturdy Steel and Oak wand that you were issued when you joined the military. |
| 19 | It used to be an Orb, but now its a Crystal. I guess the Maul is mightier than the Orb... |
| 20 | An Oak Staff with intricately shaped iron capped ends. It was a gift to your grandparent for their deeds in combat and they left it to you when they passed away. |
You are making a name for yourself through the various duels you have been in. A lesser noble is quite taken with your grit and determination and has told you how much they admire you and offers their services. You begrudgingly accept their offer of favors. You may use this lesser noble as a contact for small favors or information. These favors have not come with any strings attached...yet.
Suggested Characteristics
As a duelist, your experience and ego can vary widely - you could be humble about your countless wins, and a willing mentor to admiring young duelists. Or, you could be insecure about your barely-held-together streak and snappishly refuse to add anyone else to the competition.
| d6 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I always fight fair, for winning a duel by cheating isn't winning at all. |
| 2 | I'm always willing to give tips to those willing to learn. |
| 3 | I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. |
| 4 | I never turn my back to anyone. Ever. |
| 5 | My honor above my life. |
| 6 | Dueling is the only thing that makes me feel alive anymore. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Generosity. Everyone should be given a proper chance to surpass the expectations of others. You never know, they might surprise you. (Good) |
| 2 | Traditionalist. Duels have rules, and I would die before I break those rules. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Flexibility. If someone wants to duel me under unusual circumstances (possibly because those circumstances might be illegal), I don't have a problem with it. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Greed. I’m only in it for the money and fame. (Evil) |
| 5 | Dignity. If I lose a duel, I will accept the result with honor. If I win, I will not lord my victory in front of my fallen opponent. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Pride. I never, EVER, back down from a challenge. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | Dueling is an art that should not be forgotten; I travel around the world teaching tomorrow's duelists the art of the wand. |
| 2 | I am fighting to restore the honor to my family's name, and won't stop until the world recognizes my house once again. |
| 3 | I'll carve my way back to the one(s) who killed my family. |
| 4 | I will become the greatest duelist that ever lived. |
| 5 | Someone I loved died because of I mistake I made. That will never happen again. |
| 6 | My weapon is like a person to me. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I like dueling... too much. Whenever I see anyone with a Wand, all I can think about is my strategy for when I inevitably duel them. |
| 2 | I'm hotheaded and reckless; if anyone slanders me or my name, I show them why I am called so handy with the wand. |
| 3 | When faced with a choice between revenge and my friends, I usually choose revenge. |
| 4 | I have a fondness for low living: I drink, whore and gamble, often in excess. |
| 5 | An innocent person is in prison following a duel that I won. I’m indebted to his family. |
| 6 | I have a crippling addiction to gambling. |
Contacts
Use this list as inspiration for people you've met or as the individual for your Fan Favorite feature.
| d8 | Contact |
|---|---|
| 1 | Lord Artanis ir'Hasting. A retired merchant who bought his title and land outside a small seaside town for retirement. After turning his shop over to his grandchild he focusses his newfound free-time on Wandlsinger Duelist, specifically you. |
| 2 | Lady Nessa ir'Wolfhammer is a local legend. Earning her Knighthood, surname, and position as Sherriff by defending a settlement from a pack of Dire Wolves at the cost of her left arm, she still makes time to mentor people she thinks have great promise. |
| 3 | Lady Cassandra ir'Nestaroth is the fifth heir in line to her family's Barony. With all other duties relegated to her older siblings, she spends her generous free-time studying and researching matters of the Arcane and watching Arcane Duels. |
| 4 | Krusk Ironstripe. The Half-Orc who runs the Dueling Arena where you developed your skill. A no-nonsense businessman and one heck of a Wandlsinger himself. Speaks softly and carries a Rod of Scorching Rays. |
| 5 | Harald "The Axe Beak Jarl" Falkenberg. This self-proclaimed Jarl is the founder of a very successful Axe Beak farm and sells them as mounts across the country. He has become a very invested fan of yours. He made signs for you; the Axe Beaks wear/hold them. |
| 6 | Timothy Claine. Another rising Duelist, but from another country and apparently your rival. You've faced him three times. First you lost, then you won, then you tied when you knocked each other out. Each of you are eager for a rematch.. |
| 7 | Captain Aurelia Springmist. Your Half-Elf Captain from the War. She seems to be struggling with the fact that you no longer work for her but are instead her peer in the Arena. |
| 8 | Ellywick Raulnor. Quiet for a gnome, she started in the Arena about the same time as you. You have a friendly rivalry with her, emphasis on the friendly part. You've seen her drink Dwarves under the table. |
A Wandslinger is in every way a fighter and a performer. In the Arena, you rouse the crowd with your displays of fighting prowess killing or maiming other combatants, and like any other well-known performer, there is rarely a dull moment in your day-to-day life --- On the streets, the people may recognize you for these feats of in the Arena. Oftentimes your fans might present you with small gifts, discounts on combat gear, a free round of drinks, or a free nights stay at the local Tavern & Inn. Sometimes you might have to deal with the occasional stalker, or other times you are the victim of an "unfortunate accident" due to vengeful fans of a fighter you've fought against.
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