Royal Ranger

You are not like other wild folk or Courtiers, you are a Royal Ranger. You are seen as an outsider within the royal courts, and in the wilds since you are a part of both worlds. Because of this you often have conflicting view between the natural and civilized world.

Due to this, as a Royal Ranger your skills are refined, as your job is twofold. You must hone your skills of survival while maintaining courtly manners. With that said some Royal Rangers are better at balancing these worlds than others. As a Royal Ranger you will be called upon for a variety of jobs which can include but not limited to being a Scout, Informant, Pathfinder, and Diplomat or as an elite guard for your Realm.

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two of the following: Animal Handling, Athletics, Deception, Perception, Persuasion, Stealth, Survival,
Tool Proficiencies: Pick one of the following: Cartographer’s Tools, Disguise Kit, Forgery Kit, Herbalism Kit, Navigator’s Tools, Thieves’ Tools.
Languages: one of your choice
Equipment: A set of Traveler's Clothes, A Badge or Signet of your Realm or Lord, A set of tools, and a pouch containing 10 gold.

How you became a Royal Ranger

To determine how you became a Royal Ranger, roll a d4 or choose from the options in the table below.

d4	How you became a Royal Ranger
1	A noble gave you the position
2	Graduated from a Ranger Academy
3	Was the apprentice of a Royal Ranger
4	A notable Royal Ranger recruited you

Feature: Dual Worlds

As part of your training you know how live in the wilds for months at a time; you know how to gather enough food and fresh water for yourself and two other people, provided that the land offers such amenities. Additionally, you know how to conduct yourself around nobles and people of the higher class and you can call for an audience with a local noble if needed.

Suggested Characteristics

Often considered the outsiders of the royal court, royal rangers still have a strong bond with the wilds but some have taken more in favor of royal life. Their ties and bonds are often split between the natural world and with the kingdom they reside.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I will always strive to be better than my current state.
2	I’m always polite and respectful.
3	I would rather live in the wilds than in a castle.
4	I feel far more comfortable around animals than people.
5	I have little respect for those who use titles to disrespect others.
6	I like to tell stories about my time as a Royal Ranger.
7	I have a crude sense of humor.
8	When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way.

d6	Ideal
1	Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority. (Lawful)
2	Generosity. I was trained so that I can be a benefit the world. (Good)
3	Independence. When people fail to think for themselves, they have become fools following fools with power. (Chaotic)
4	Might. In life as in war, the stronger force wins. (Evil)
5	Honor. If I dishonor myself, I dishonor other Royal Rangers (Lawful)
6	Nation. I do what I must for the betterment of the kingdom and realm. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	My Mentor, Academy, and other Royal Rangers are the most important thing in the world to me.
2	Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind.
3	I protect those who cannot protect themselves.
4	My honor is my life.
5	Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for.
6	My loyalty to my sovereign is unwavering.

d6	Flaw
1	I have trouble trusting in my allies.
2	People who can’t take care of themselves get what they deserve.
3	I am too enamored of ale, wine, and other intoxicants.
4	I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives, and I would do anything to keep that mistake secret.
5	I obey the law, even if the law causes misery.
6	I’d rather eat my armor than admit when I’m wrong.