You have been born into the life of a shinobi, trained at a young age in the various skilled arts of Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Taijutsu and so much more.  You've learned basic survival techniques, including how to stay alive on the battlefield. You may come from a Clan, a Village, a small Organization, or something more sinster.

When you choose this background, work with your DM to determine your origin, how far through its ranks you progressed, and what kind of experiences you had during your Ninja career.

Skill Proficiencies: Stealth, Acrobatics, Athletics and one additional Skill.

Tool Proficiencies: Disguise Kit, Forgery Kit, Herbalism Kit, Poisoner's Kit, or Thieves' Tools.

Equipment: A headband from your village or place of training, a simple or martial weapon, a set of kunai, a set of combat clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp

Spell List

Spell Level	Spells
1st	disguise self, illusory script
2nd	find traps, mirror image
3rd	dispel magic, glyph of warding, water walk
4th	freedom of movement, polymorph

Suggested Characteristics

The front-line action, along with with rigorous training of ninja become apart of their lifestyles, shaping their ideals, creating strong bonds, and often leaving them scarred and vulnerable to fear, shame, and hatred. But some have an abundance of endearing, if not knowledgeable and confident characteristics.

d12	Personality Trait
1	I always have a plan for what to do when things go wrong.
2	I’m haunted by memories. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind.
3	I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me.
4	I’ve lost too many friends, and I’m slow to make new ones.
5	I would rather make a new friend than a new enemy.
6	I can stare down a hell hound without flinching.
7	The first thing I do in a new place is note the locations of everything of note—or where such things could be hidden.
8	I enjoy being strong and like breaking things.
9	I am incredibly slow to trust. Those who seem the fairest often have the most to hide.
10	I have a crude sense of humor.
11	I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.
12	The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I can’t do it.

d10	Ideal
1	Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. (Good)
2	Redemption. There’s a spark of good in everyone. (Good)
3	Honor. I don’t steal from others in the trade. (Lawful)
4	Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority. (Lawful)
5	Freedom. Chains are meant to be broken, as are those who would forge them. (Chaotic)
6	Independence. When people follow orders blindly, they embrace a kind of tyranny. (Chaotic)
7	Greed. I will do whatever it takes to become wealthy. (Evil)
8	Might. In life as in war, the stronger force wins. (Evil)
9	People. I’m loyal to my friends, not to any ideals, and everyone else can take a trip down the Styx for all I care. (Neutral)
10	Live and Let Live. Ideals aren’t worth killing over or going to war for. (Neutral)

d12	Bond
1	I would still lay down my life for the people I served with.
2	I’m trying to pay off an old debt I owe to a generous benefactor.
3	Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind.
4	My gains go to support my family.
5	My honor is my life.
6	I’ll never forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it.
7	I will become the greatest ninja that ever lived.
8	Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for.
9	I hope I can redeem myself for what i've done.
10	I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.
11	Someone I loved died because of a mistake I made. That will never happen again.
12	Something important was taken from me, and I aim to take it back.

d10	Flaw
1	The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still leaves me quivering with fear
2	When I see something valuable, I can't think about anything but how to steal it.
3	I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior.
4	When faced with a choice between money and my friends, I usually choose the money.
5	I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives—and I would do anything to keep that mistake secret.
6	If there’s a plan, I’ll forget it. If I don’t forget it, I’ll ignore it.
7	My hatred of my enemies is blind and unreasoning.
8	I turn tail and run when things look bad.
9	I obey the law, even if the law causes misery.
10	I’d rather eat my armor than admit when I’m wrong.

Contacts

Feature: Ninja Contacts


Through out your own adventures and meetings, you may have created a bond with a beneficial ally. Choosing a contact is optional and should be discussed what your contact is with your DM.

d2	Contact
1	You have a reliable and trustworthy contact who acts as your liaison to a network of other Ninja. You know how to get messages to and from your contact, even over great distances.
2	You have made a contract with a sentient animal and are able to send messages to them, to be received or relayed at your discretion.