You have seen things the world won't accept. You witnessed things so out of this world that you can't put it in words, but it surely changed your life. Perhaps you had an encounter with some Outer Plane Creature, maybe you learned too much about the world for your own good, be it your fault or not.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History, Religion, Nature
- Languages: Two exotic languages of your choice (Abyssal, Celestial, Deep Speech, Draconic, Infernal, Primordial, Sylvan, or Undercommon)
- Equipment: Any fitting trinket, hastely scribbled notes and maps, 10 gp
Feature: Elder Knowledge
You have particular pieces of knowledge that you shouldn't have. You may have triggers about the event, deep understanding of the world, an unnatural hunger for knowledge, or special abilities. Work with your DM to figure out what this means and how this impacts the world.
Suggested Characteristics
Eldritch Touched people may have a difficult time having a normal life. Maybe you are know as "that guy", maybe you hunt answers for what happened to you, maybe you run away from ever adressing what happened.
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Personality Trait |
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I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition.
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2
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I’ve been isolated for so long that I rarely speak, preferring gestures and the occasional grunt.
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3
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I am utterly serene, even in the face of disaster.
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4
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There’s nothing I like more than a good mystery.
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5
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I’m willing to listen to every side of an argument before I make my own judgment.
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6
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I feel tremendous empathy for all who suffer.
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7
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I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.
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8
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I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.
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Ideal |
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1
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Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral)
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2
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Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good)
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3
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Logic. Emotions must not cloud our logical thinking. (Lawful)
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4
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No Limits. Nothing should fetter the infinite possibility inherent in all existence. (Chaotic)
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5
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Power. Knowledge is the path to power and domination. (Evil)
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6
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Self-Improvement. The goal of a life of study is the betterment of oneself. (Any)
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Bond |
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It is my duty to protect my secrets.
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2
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I have an ancient text that holds terrible secrets that must not fall into the wrong hands.
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3
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Should my discovery come to light, it could bring ruin to the world.
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4
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My life’s work is a series of tomes related to a specific field of lore.
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5
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I’ve been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question.
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6
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I sold my soul for knowledge. I hope to do great deeds and win it back.
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Flaw |
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1
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I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
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2
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Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy.
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3
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Unlocking an ancient mystery is worth the price of a civilization.
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4
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I overlook obvious solutions in favor of complicated ones.
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5
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I speak without really thinking through my words, invariably insulting others.
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6
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I like keeping secrets and won’t share them with anyone.
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