You've toiled in industrial work for a good chunk of your life; your hands are worn with wear and tear, and most of your "training" comes from lifting heavy materials or tools. You may have trained all your life for this job, or it may be your only option in an unfair world, but now, you've been called to adventure for some reason. Whether you quit, were fired, or are simply looking for a break, you're now setting off and exploring the world, with the knowledge from your previous employment by your side.

Skill Proficiencies: Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from Animal Handling, Athletics, Insight, Investigation, Nature, Perception, or Survival.

Tool Proficiencies: Tool Proficiencies: Choose one from Carpenter's Tools, Cobbler's Tools, Cook's Utensils, Glassblower's Tools, Leatherworker's Tools, Mason's Tools, Potter's Tools, or Smith's Tools. Additionally, choose one vehicle of your choice.

 

Equipment: A set of common clothes, A trusty tool from your line of work, a chain necklace with a dog tag and a small trinket from a child, and a belt pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Spending several years in harsh working conditions has made you resilient and hard to surprise. Here are a few personality traits for you to consider as you create your character.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I’m not used to spending time out in the sun for as long as my comrades.
2	I’ve been trained to make sure everyone in my squad is safe, and that doesn’t change here.
3	I know well enough when I’m being cheated, especially out of money.
4	I haven’t been surprised by much in years.
5	I’m used to finding the safest solution to a problem, rather than the most efficient one.
6	The materials of my line of work may look ordinary to some, but I find them beautiful.
7	Younger folks tend to underestimate my strength.
8	I tend not to notice when I get dirty.

d6	Ideal
1	Safety. Keeping my squad safe is my number one priority. (Lawful)
2	Wealth. It’s all about the money for me. Nothing else matters. (Evil)
3	Camaraderie. Trust comes with the job, and I love making friends. (Any)
4	Vigilance. Anything can happen, so I have to stay on guard at all times. (Lawful)
5	Change. If I can stop needless bloodshed in any job, I’m willing to go against my boss. (Chaotic)
6	Empowerment. Everything is a team effort, so we have to be there to support each other. (Good)

d6	Bond
1	I must be blessed by my god(s) that I’ve made it this long in my line of work.
2	I’ve been working tirelessly to benefit my family back home.
3	Someone out there owes me a debt they haven’t repaid.
4	I seek to honor a friend who was killed right next to me after a freak accident.
5	I’ve been laid off recently and I’m trying to get back on my feet again.
6	I want to show the youth what years of hard work can do.

d6	Flaw
1	I’m still shaken by a freak accident that occurred early in my career.
2	I simply can’t trust people who are clearly inexperienced.
3	I live a pretty spartan life, and hate indulging in anything.
4	I’m terrified of making a mistake.
5	My bosses have screwed me over so often that I find it difficult to trust authority.
6	I have trouble relating to others’ issues, when I’ve been through so much more than them.