Astronomers marvel at the sky overhead, studying the movements of stars, planets, moons, comets, and other celestial bodies to gain a deeper understanding of the universe. Astronomers may find themselves traveling the world in search of ancient maps of ancient skies, perhaps seeking lost observatories and star maps, accounts of celestial events, or powerful astronomical artifacts to add to their collections, while some may find themselves more inclined toward prophecies and the zodiac inscribed in starlight. Regardless, you have likely spent a significant portion of your life studying the stars in the sky to help you discern realities about the world around you.

Skill Proficiencies: Perception, and your choice of either History or Religion

Tool Proficiencies: Navigator's Tools

Languages: Celestial, and another of your choice

Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a letter from a dead colleague posing a question you have not yet been able to answer, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp

A set of Navigator's Tools which includes a small telescope and quadrant, a star map, a journal written about your discoveries with several sheets of blank parchment, a bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Astronomers view the world as a part of the bigger picture, they understand their place in the universe. They tend to be humble, and distance themselves from minor local conflicts they view as irrelevant. However, they also tend to be curious and may find themselves finding trouble while searching for their next discovery. They adventure in order to expand their knowledge of nature and the universe as whole.

d6	Personality Trait
1	My mood depends on the weather; the clearer the sky the better it is.
2	I won't do anything dangerous during a certain celestial event (such as a new moon, equinox, etc.).
3	I consult the constellations before making any important decisions.
4	There’s nothing I like more than a good mystery or puzzle.
5	There are no coincidences. Period.
6	I'm basically nocturnal.

d6	Ideal
1	Understanding: I can become more complete by understanding the universe through my work. (Neutral)
2	Discovery: I must be the first to figure out an ancient astronimical puzzle. (Any)
3	Power: I can gain power by declaring prophecies tied to astronomical events I scientifically know will happen and threaten people. (Evil)
4	Knowledge: The which is forbidden and taboo must be studied. Think of the possibilities... (Chaotic)
5	Protection: I must warn people of the dangerous astronomical events, such as comets or eclipses with grave consequences. (Good)
6	Determinism: The stars represent a path for the future. We must follow it. (Lawful)

d6	Bond
1	My astronomy kit is a gift from someone important to my development.
2	I have a rival in the field. We love outdoing each other's research and being the first to solve mysteries.
3	I want to bring fame and honor to my observatory, or open my own someday.
4	I once stumbled upon a great astronomical puzzle that remains unsolved... for now.
5	When I dream, astral beings communicate with me. They got me to where I am today.
6	I want to create a device or system that can predict the future.

d6	Flaw
1	Sometimes I ascribe too much meaning to everyday events.
2	I will stop at nothing for knowledge I do not possess.
3	Sometimes I fake constellation readings on people to get what I want.
4	I may or may not ramble a lot and go on crazy long tangents related to my work.
5	I am hopelessly disorganized, often losing really important items or documents.
6	I am a chronic hoarder of random trinkets, books, and documents.