Polygamist, Child of

You were born into a polygamist situation.  Whether your mother was a widow who had to remarry to survive, a wife in a line of many, or a harem chamber maiden, she had to share her spouse with other women.  In the end, you have many half-brothers and sisters, that you were always taught to see as siblings.  In your perspective, this was not that bad of a situation.  Your father figure made enough money for you to be properly educated, and always had a place to call home.  As a family you had to struggle sometimes but in general your life was above average.  However, you learned at an early age that when you reached adulthood, you were expected to make it on your own, as there was not going to be any family fortune to inherit.

The way you were raised has led you to having a very strong sense of family (no pun intended,) but strained your view of male role-models.  This upbringing has distorted your perspective of sexual roles.  The male is supposed to provide for the family, and woman are supposed to raise and attend to the children.  In your mind these sexual roles are without exception.  Affection from your father figure could only be attained through achievements.  If you were not getting good grades in your studies or advancing your skills, your father would cast you aside for a sibling who was.

You had a very sheltered but competitive upbringing.

Skill Proficiencies: Two of your choice from arcana, history, investigation, medicine, nature, performance, or religion.

Tool Proficiencies: One type of musical instrument.

Languages: One language of your choice.

Equipment: A set of traveler’s clothes, an instrument, a signet ring, a scroll proving your birthright, a trinket made for you by your mother, and a purse containing 20gp’s.

Suggested Characteristics

Ancient polygamist cultures were looked upon very differently than they are today.  In many ancient cultures, this was just a way to survive.  You may not be of noble birth, but you did not live in squalor either.  You would have had access to an education, and you would have learned social skills through the many people you lived with every day.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I have a very competitive nature from my many siblings. To get affection from my father, I had to be the best.
2	I love that I came from a big family. There was always someone to talk to or something to do.
3	When I go to the marketplace or encounter common folk, I am amazed by how many are so poorly educated.
4	The holidays with my family were always such a wonderful time. When I am rich, I want a big family of my own.
5	If you are going to provide for your family, you are eventually going to have to get your hands dirty.
6	I have a hard time understanding those who come from small families or groups. They seem to lack in loyalty to each other.
7	Sometimes to be alone with a good book is so relaxing.
8	If you are not the best, you are a nobody.

d8	Ideal
1	Honor. I will defend my family’s honor regardless of their faults. (Lawful)
2	Family. I long to have a big family of my own someday. (Neutral)
3	Sexuality. What? There is a rule that says a marriage is supposed to be only one man and one woman? Since when? (Chaotic)
4	Pride. Attaining great wealth and power means that you are better than others and are entitled to whatever you can attain with it. (Evil)
5	Compassion. Helping others when they need a tutor, are sick, or just some life advice, is the most noble of pursuits. (Good)
6	Competitiveness. I long to earn my father’s pride and acknowledgement. Although this attitude has given me some parental issues. (Neutral)
7	Independence. I was taught that when I become an adult, I would have to earn my own way. This realization made me grow up and follow my own pursuits since an early age. (Chaotic)
8	Family Obligation. I am always willing to take in one of my siblings when they are down on their luck. (Good)

d6	Bond
1	I was raised to be competitive. Despite my many siblings, it can still be lonely at times.
2	Sometimes while I was growing up, I got the feeling that some of my stepmothers did not like me.
3	Nothing is more important than other members of your family.
4	Some common folks seem to despise my father. For the life of me I cannot understand why?
5	When I was young, I fell in love with a noble. They rejected me because of my family.
6	I have never had the privilege to have a one-on-one conversation with my father. It would be nice to know him better.

d6	Flaw
1	I do not see myself as promiscuous, but others have told me that some of my behavior is inappropriate.
2	I have had an unhealthy crush on one of my half-siblings since I was young.
3	I have more loyalty to my family than to my companions. I hope I never have to choose between them.
4	I have an unhealthy desire for carnal pleasures.
5	I sometimes when I am seeing one person, I am highly tempted by the warmth and touch of another.
6	I have led my whole life never being good enough for my father.