Samurai of the Empire

The wind rushes past you as your trusty steed gallops through plains and small towns. You are no mere messenger nor a basic soldier. You are one of few, one of the elite. You are a samurai, a retainer of the daimyos and guardian of law and order. Do you loyally serve the empire, or do you secretly plot their demise? What caused you to pursue this elite path? Do you wish to protect peasants and common folk? Or do you use your position to keep them "in their place"? And most importantly... What's your horse's name?

Skill Proficiencies:  Animal Handling, Athletics

Tool Proficiencies:

 One type of gaming device, Vehicles (land)

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment:

One gaming device, a saddle (riding), four horseshoes, a horse (riding), common clothes, 4 sacks of oats to feed your horse, and a belt pouch with 10 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

Either choose from the selections below or use your imagination.

d8 Personality Trait

1. The ruler granted me this position based on my hard work.
2. My noble heritage allowed me this status.
3. I was the head of my village, and left my right hand in command until I return.
4. My family helped to protect small villages from raiders.
5. I was the best of my village, until a battle left me badly wounded. I was told I shouldn't ride again.
6. I often allow children to ride with me. I love their happy expressions as the wind whips their hair around.
7. I was raised by the royal cavalry, but chose not to join their ranks.
8. I was chosen to protect my village because of my superior mounted blade skills.

d6 Ideal

1. Bravery. Running from a fight is an act of inexcusable cowardice. (Any)
2. Honor. Samurai must follow a code of honor, I am no exception. (Lawful)
3. Greed. I use my position to get whatever I want. Anyone would. (Evil)
4. Justice. Those who commit crimes shall never rest easy; I will find them. (Good)
5. Fury. I will destroy any person that angers me. (Chaotic)
6. Diplomacy. I would much rather settle disputes without anyone dying. (Any)

d6 Bond

1. I care deeply for my parents, and try to visit when I can.
2. My twin is also a samurai, and I worry about him/her.
3. My horse is my best friend.
4. I met a charming man/woman in a little town, and we fell in love.
5. Any I travel with become like family to me.
6. Because of my upbringing, I care for all people of poverty.

d6 Flaw

1. I am quick to retreat if I feel a loss approaching.
2. I believe myself above all others.
3. If my horse is in danger, I will risk my life for it.
4. I care little for nobility, and openly state it to their faces.
5. I am the best rider in the land, and as such, I will bet everything on a race, for I will win!
6. Just like the winds, my mind changes constantly.