You have experience with the GDS in some way. You now have experience with their operations, the locations of their operatives and safehouses. You were likely a low-ranking support member or you're the child of an agent. You gain the following proficiencies below.
- Skill Proficiencies: Athletics and Insight.
- Tool Proficiencies: Vehicles (space), Disguise Kit.
- Equipment: Three trinkets from some of the planets you've visited, one disguise kit, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10gc.
As an officer in the GDS, the lower-ranking members recognize you from your days of working alongside them and are more willing to lend an extra hand when you need it. They will offer you extra items, special prices, free lodging, and extra information.
Suggested Characteristics
Use the tables for the GDS background below as the basis for your traits and motivations, modifying the entries when appropriate to suit your identity as a ranking officer.
Your bond might be associated with other members of the GDS, or a location or an object that is important to the GDS' cause. The ideal you strive for is probably in keeping with the tenets and principles of The GDS, but might be more personal in nature.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I love visiting new planets and meeting new friends and contacts over a cup in the local bars. |
| 2 | In this field you never know what could happen so it's my philosophy to work hard and play harder. |
| 3 | I'm haunted by what I've witnessed on the missions I've accompanied, and can't get the images of violence out of my head. |
| 4 | I have a crude sense of humor. |
| 5 | I know the importance of a solid well executed plan. |
| 6 | I have seen much over the years and I'm always exited by the opportunity to share my stories. |
| 7 | You never know who will be your next enemy so for this reason I am slow to trust but very protective of those I do. |
| 8 | I am always calm no matter what the situation, I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Community. We all have the same goal and must work together to achieve it. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Greater good. We risk our lives every day to protect and liberate the galaxy. (Good) |
| 3 | Freedom. Chains were meant to be broken as are those that forage them. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Power. I seek to climb the ranks and gain the respect and power that comes with my success. (Evil) |
| 5 | People. I'm committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Aspiration. One day I'll be a star agent, own my own ship and play an important role in this fight. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am loyal to our cause first and everything else second. |
| 2 | Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for. |
| 3 | Someone saved my life on a mission and to this day I will never leave a man behind. |
| 4 | I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. |
| 5 | Ruthless pirates attacked the ship I was serving on, they killed everyone there and took all we were transporting. One day I will have my revenge. |
| 6 | One day I will complete a mission on every planet within this galaxy. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have little respect for anyone who doesn't join the GDS. |
| 2 | I follow orders even if think they are wrong. |
| 3 | I'm a real sucker for a pretty face. |
| 4 | Violence is my answer to almost every challenge. |
| 5 | There's no room for caution in a life lived to the fullest. |
| 6 | I have a weakness for the vices of the city, especially hard drink. |
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