Exiled Noble

You were the future of your kingdom, the heir to the throne of one of the great noble houses. Your noble title granted you access to wealth, power, and political influence. You were taught politics, economics, diplomacy, etiquette. Whether the scion of a hardworking and honest noble house or a pampered aristocrat most familiar with privilege, your power was desired by another. Perhaps it was a military coup, the betrayal of a family member, or even a revolt of the citizenship; for whatever reason, you are now running from the place you once called home. No longer welcome or safe in your own kingdom, you wander the land in search of safety, allies, or revenge. 

Can you still claim your title? If so, do you? Were you exiled by other members of your house, or was the title stolen from the family altogether? How involved is/was your house in the rule of their land? Was the family old and established, or a newly risen line of nobility? How large an area did they control? What was your title - the head of the family, the heir, or a lesser courtier of the family?

Work with your DM to determine the power formerly granted by your title and the amount of respect - or lack thereof - it will get you now. 

Skill Proficiencies: Your old diplomacy training gives you proficiency in persuasion. Being on the run has made you either completely self-sufficient, paranoid of your surroundings, or experienced in determining who you can trust: choose one from survival, perception, or insight.

Tool Proficiencies: Forced to hide your true identity for fear of discovery, you are proficient with a disguise kit.

Languages: You speak any one language of your choice.

Equipment: One set of traveller's clothes, a disguise kit, 3 days worth of rations, a waterskin, and a pouch containing 15 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

For suggested characteristics, see the tables below.

d6	Personality Trait
1	I am well-versed in diplomacy and flattery and can make everyone I talk to feel like the most wonderful and important person in the world.
2	I have a strange, formal way of speaking and holding myself, as I was taught to always put manners and knowledge first.
3	I have a fascination with the ways of commoners, and often ask strange questions and collect trinkets.
4	I am grateful for what I still have, for I have had so much taken from me.
5	I am wary of others, having been betrayed by those who stole my title.
6	I take betrayal very deeply, and my favor is impossible to regain once lost.

d6	Ideal
1	I may have lost my title, but I have a duty to protect and care for my kingdom. (Lawful)
2	I follow my heart. (Chaotic)
3	I long for my old life, friends, and family. (Good)
4	I have much to learn from the kindly folk I meet along my way. (Good)
5	Flattery will get me everywhere, and I intend to get what I want. (Evil)
6	My title and honor were stolen from me, and I strive to restore it. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	As long as I have what I could salvage from my old home, I can face anything.
2	I hold no greater cause than my service to my people.
3	I must restore my title and my home.
4	Though I had no choice, I lament having to leave my loved ones behind. I hope to see them again one day.
5	I was the only one able to escape, and I carry with me a terrible guilt.
6	I owe my life to the one who aided my escape.

d6	Flaw
1	I place myself above others of lower birth. I will not take criticism or order from those I believe are lesser.
2	My old life was one of luxury and privilege, so the thought of self-sufficiency, fighting, and getting my hands dirty disgusts me.
3	I am used to getting what I want and assume I always will.
4	I struggle to trust people, no matter how long I’ve known them.
5	In fact, the world does revolve around me.
6	I too often hear veiled insults and threats in every word addressed to me, and I’m quick to anger.