The name of your sponsor: Alistar Thunderheart inspires wonder and admiration in the hearts of the common folk — if only they new the whole story! Songs and stories celebrating the adventuring exploits of your famous sponsor are widely known. Kids across the land grew up impatiently waiting for the “Amazing Alistar Thunderheart: Bane of Shadows” to come to town (and much later “The Amazing Alistar Thunderheart: Bane of Shadows.. and guest” show). There would be an extravagant performance with awe inspiring displays of *magic* all day but everyone’s favorite part was when the Amazing Alistar himself would regale the crowd with his exploits.

The truth behind the Amazing Alistar Thunderheart: Bane of Shadows is that he is your run of the mill con man. A snake oil salesman. A fraud. Nothing more. Nothing less.

In the end, all you have to show for it is your title. Most of the “adventuring” money went for consumables, from firework ingredients (to creat the *magic*) to copious amounts of dwarven ale. And everyone expects you to sling spells like your famous sponsor and perform equally miraculous (if not impossible) feats, making it doubly hard for you to prove yourself.

Skill Proficiencies: Perception, Performance

Tool Proficiencies: Disguise kit

Languages: Two of your choice

Equipment: Disguise kit, a set of fine clothes, and a belt pouch containing 30 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Apprentices of Famous Wizards must deal with fame that’s not theirs, wealth they didn’t earn, and expectations they can never hope to meet. These hardships can have adverse effects, but those who cope with them can arrive at a decent attitude and a grounded worldview. Those who fail become bitter — or worse.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I will never get out of my famous parent’s shadow, and no one else will ever understand this burden.
2	I’ve seen enough of the adventuring life to have realistic expectations and empathy for my peers.
3	Living up to my legacy will be difficult, but I’m going to do it.
4	I’m used to the very best in life, and that’s a hard habit to break.
5	My parent taught me a sense of duty. I strive to uphold it, even when the odds are against me.
6	No one can fake a smile, a handshake, or an interested nod like I can.
7	I’ve been part of the adventuring life since I was old enough to walk. Let me explain a few things to you.
8	No risk is too great for the rewards of defeating my enemies … and taking their stuff.

d6	Ideal
1	Power. The only way to get ahead in this world is to attain power and hold onto it with all your might. (Evil)
2	Peace. Those who can find or make peace in the chaotic world around them have everything. (Lawful)
3	Fame. I’ve seen what fame can bring. And I’ll do anything to get all that for myself. (Neutral)
4	Training. Hard work, sacrifice, and training lead to success — and eventually to perfection. (Any)
5	Anonymity. I want to be successful. And alone. With lots of guards and wards between me and everyone else in the world. (Any)
6	Wisdom. Material wealth is an illusion. Wisdom is the real treasure. (Good)

d6	Bond
1	While my parent was out adventuring, a servant raised me, and I care about that person more than anyone.
2	I consider every member of my parent’s former adventuring party to be family.
3	Despite their faults, my famous sponsor was kind and generous. I love them and want to make them proud.
4	My parent once brought a cursed magic item home. It is my obsession.
5	My childhood home holds all my best memories, and its upkeep is my primary concern.
6	Growing up, I had an imaginary friend I could always count on. That friend is still with me.

d6	Flaw
1	You don’t know what I’m going through. You never can.
2	You. Fetch my cloak. And maybe rub my feet for a while.
3	My comrades are brave, but I must defeat this threat alone to prove my worth.
4	Oh, yeah, that spell? Named after my parent’s best friend. Let me tell you about them.
5	My best days are behind me. Ahead lies only toil, pain, and death.
6	You have to look out for yourself. No one else will.