You grew up in a small village on the outskirts of society where, from a young age, you stood out among your peers. Your obvious talent and earnest nature earned you the praise of your elders, and as time grew by it was clear to all that staying in the village would be a waste of your potential. Upon reaching adulthood you were surprised to find that your friends and family had pooled their resources to supply you with the tools you would need to begin your adventure.
- Skill Proficiencies: Persuasion, plus the skill you choose for your prodigious talent.
- Tool Proficiencies: A gaming set or musical instrument of your choice, vehicles (land).
- Equipment: A gaming set or musical instrument of your choice, a shovel, an iron pot, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Prodigious Talent
From very early on you have exhibited signs of greatness. In particular you have proven yourself adept at one skill that has been prized among the people of your village. Due to your unique level of talent, the people of your village held you in high esteem throughout your youth. Choose or randomly determine your special talent.
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Prodigious Talent |
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Animal handling. Nobody can break a horse, train a passager, or herd a flock of sheep as quickly as I can. I'm heading to a larger population center so that I can use my skill to serve wealthier clientele and carve out a living for myself.
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2
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Arcana. My use of magic could have made me an outcast among the superstitious villagers, but instead they encouraged me to develop my abilities and pursue training at a renowned institution.
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3
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Medicine. I have always been adept at identifying and curing ailments. My village will miss my ability to discern proper courses of treatment.
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4
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Performance. From the time I could walk and talk I have been entertaining the people of my village. Nothing feels as natural to me as playing to a crowd. I want to become the greatest travelling entertainer ever.
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5
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Religion. My devotion to our village god set me apart as a youngster. Now that I am grown even the village elders defer to me on questions of faith and obscure rituals.
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6
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Sleight of Hand. I became engrossed by the performance of a magician who visited my village. Now my skill at misdirection has made me a master of card tricks, as well as less celebrated talents.
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Feature: Rustic Hospitality
Since you come from the ranks of the common folk, you fit in among them with ease. You can find a place to hide, rest, or recuperate among other commoners, unless you have shown yourself to be a danger to them. They will shield you from the law or anyone else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for you.
Suggested Characteristics
A big fish from a small pond prides him or herself on their humble origins. They are never quick to forget what it was like growing up with limited means, and are often quick to form connections with the poor and downtrodden. They also take much comfort in anything that reminds them of home.
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Personality Trait |
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I judge people by their actions, not their words.
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2
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If someone is in trouble, I’m always ready to lend help.
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3
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When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way.
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4
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I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments.
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5
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I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others.
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6
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Thinking is for other people. I prefer action.
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7
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I misuse long words in an attempt to sound smarter.
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8
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I get bored easily. When am I going to get on with my destiny?
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Ideal |
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Respect. People deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. (Good)
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2
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Fairness. No one should get preferential treatment before the law, and no one is above the law. (Lawful)
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3
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Freedom. Tyrants must not be allowed to oppress the people. (Chaotic)
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4
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Might. If I become strong, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil)
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5
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Skill. In a world where survival in never assured, what abilities you bring to the table determine your worth. (Neutral)
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6
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Destiny. Nothing and no one can steer me away from my higher calling. (Any)
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Bond |
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One day, when I have grown old, I will return to my village and enrich everyone's lives with my wealth and tales of adventure.
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2
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I will be renowned enough for friends and family to hear of my deeds and be proud of my accomplishments.
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3
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The hopes and dreams of my village rest on my shoulders. I cannot let them down.
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4
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My tools are symbols of my past life, and I carry them so that I will never forget my roots.
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5
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I protect those who cannot protect themselves.
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6
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I wish my childhood sweetheart had come with me to pursue my destiny.
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Flaw |
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My inexperience with the world outside of my village has left me incredibly naive.
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2
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I’m convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure.
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3
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My tiny village was very set in its ways, I am hostile to different ways of life.
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4
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I have a weakness for the vices of the city, especially hard drink.
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5
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I am so proud of my village and upbringing that I offend others by belittling their experiences, even though I don't mean to.
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6
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My use of unique regional slang and colorful, prosaic sayings leaves some confused, and causes others to ridicule me.
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7
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I will do anything to fit into my new surroundings.
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8
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I have no time for what I perceive to be the pettiness of the city. I demand to deal only with things that matter, niceties be damned.
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