Destined for greatness, years learning the lore of the multiverse, listening to the greatest experts on the subjects that interest you, studying manuscripts, scrolls, books, spells, you were sure to be a Wizard well known for your greatness and aptitude. However, something went wrong, whether you upset your clan, stole a very important manuscript or endangered the lives of many, your mistake has cost you your future of arcane delights. You find yourself exiled from your clan, destined now instead to reap the consequences of your actions, praying one day to be pardoned or planning your ultimate revenge.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, History, Survival
- Languages: Two of your choice
- Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a souvenir of your time from when you were with loved ones, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Specialty
To determine the nature of your scholarly training, roll a d8 or choose from the options in the table below.
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Specialty |
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1
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Alchemist
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2
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Astronomer
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3
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Academic
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4
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Librarian
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5
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Professor
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6
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Researcher
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7
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Wizard’s apprentice
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8
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Scribe
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Feature: Researcher
When you attempt to learn or recall a piece of lore, if you do not know that information, you often know where and from whom you can obtain it. Usually, this information comes from a library, scriptorium, university, or a sage or other learned person or creature. Your DM might rule that the knowledge you seek is secreted away in an almost inaccessible place, or that it simply cannot be found. Unearthing the deepest secrets of the multiverse can require an adventure or even a whole campaign.
Suggested Characteristics
Exiled Wizards are defined not by what they studied, but by what made them to be exiled. Once devoted to curing a thirst for knowledge, now stuck, wandering or wallowing in self pity. Their morals are shown through their use of magic, making people quick to judge them as an Exiled Wizard is not hard to spot. Their ideals vary, from Revenge to Forgiveness.
| d8 |
Personality Trait |
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1
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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 read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
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3
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I’m used to helping out those who aren’t as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to others.
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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 … speak … slowly … when talking … to idiots, … which … almost … everyone … is … compared … to me.
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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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| d6 |
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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Protection. Knowledge of Arcana beyond must be protected, whether good or evil. (Any)
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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. I hope my hard work is enough to earn me forgiveness. (Good)
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| d7 |
Bond |
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1
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It is my duty to protect my students.
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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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I work to preserve a library, university, scriptorium, or monastery.
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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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7
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I word hard on myself to one day bring down the people that dared to step on me.
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| d8 |
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 can’t keep a secret to save my life, or anyone else’s.
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7
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I am ashamed by my past actions, it weighs heavily on me and determines my path ahead
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8
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The ignorance and villainization of my past actions have angered me, it drives my morals and helps push me past my borders.
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