Exile

   You have for whatever reason been exiled from your homeland/town/clan. Whether it was because of a crime you committed, a crime you were accused of committing, a gross violation of honor or a political maneuver by a enemy or rival guild the result is the same, you are no longer welcomed in the home where you grew up and/or had made a life for yourself. Now you are wandering the world, trying to find your way, where you fit in and how to make the most of the circumstances you find yourself now in.

Skill Proficiencies: Pick two from among Animal Handling, Deception, Perception, Persuasion, Stealth, Survival

Tool Proficiencies: One type of Artisan Tools

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: A Heirloom/Memento/Keepsake of your past, Mark of Exile "A Tattoo or Branding of the flesh", Set of Artisan Tools, Traveler's Clothing, Explorer's Pack, Pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Some exiles take time to adjust to their new life, clinging to the past, while others adapt quickly and try to sever any ties to home. They may be slow to trust or eager to make allies and find a new home. Some seek only to return.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I frequently seek out news about my former home.
2	I avoid the topic of my former home as much as possible.
3	I am slow to trust others and keep to myself.
4	I prefer to sit and/or sleep with my back to a solid surface.
5	I am extremely loyal to the friends I make.
6	Everything I say sounds sarcastic or cynical.
7	I still follow the culture and practices of my former home.
8	I feel a need to prove myself, to show I can help and should be kept around.

d6	Ideal
1	Revenge. They will rue the day they cast me out. (Evil)
2	Belonging. Everyone has a place in the world, I just have to find mine. (Neutral)
3	Independence. I will not abide by bad rules or traditions. (Chaotic)
4	Tradition. I am not above the law, what happened was just. (Lawful)
5	Redemption. I will make the best of my exile in an attempt to help others. (Good)
6	Destiny. Nothing will distract me from my higher calling. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	Letting go of my past and finding my new path in life is all that matters to me now.
2	This signet ring of my families crest is all that I have left of them, and my home.
3	I bare my mark of exile with pride for it signifies my defiance to traditions.
4	I miss my family and friends but one day I will see them again.
5	The food of my homeland gives me comfort so I make and share it whenever I can.
6	I will make those responsible for my exile pay for what they have done to me.

d6	Flaw
1	I am suspicious of others and expect the worst.
2	I have trouble holding my tongue, I must speak out.
3	I'm constantly referring to my homeland.
4	Once I get an idea I follow it through without fully considering the consequences.
5	I have taken to drinking to help cope with my exile.
6	I am obsessed with getting revenge on those who are the cause of my exile.