You are from the Talduth Vale. What was once a series of independent towns and municipalities has now come under the hegemony of the Barony of Blacksaddle. The Barony rules the Vale with a heavy hand, which has stirred deep resentment against the Barony. For a folk used to freedom and independence, the taxes and administration for many have become an unacceptable burden. You have taken to a life of crime as a result. But you are no common brigand. You are focused on fomenting rebellion, stealing from those in positions of wealth and power, and then distributing this bounty to those most affected by the capricious rule of the Barony. As such, you are skilled at tactical planning, ambushes, and getaways (navigating the outdoors).
You might be a classic Robin Hood who steals from the rich and gives to the poor, or you might be a rabble-rouser making trouble against any sort of authority. Whatever path you choose, you have contempt for law and order, and any form of governmental authority.
Feature: Ingenious
You frequently find yourself in tough spots so can be creative on the fly with whatever materials you have on hand. Being ingenious requires a pressing need; an inspiration other than boredom or curiosity. Such an attempt succeeds or fails based on the available materials, the situation, and the nature of the desired creation. Success requires both a successful
Intelligence (Investigation) check and a successful tool check. The Investigation portion contemplates assembling the materials and their nature, and the tool check is necessary to actually accomplish the build.
Suggested Characteristics
Scofflaws of Blacksaddle have one common feature, and that is contempt for governmental authority. They are usually outspoken about this fact and tend to surround themselves with like-minded people. Whether involved in grand plots to topple regional powers or simply trying to dodge the tax assessor, Scofflaws of Blacksaddle are consistent in their desire to foil governmental efforts.
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Personality Trait |
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I know what is best for you and I am not shy about sharing this fact with you.
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2
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While I have many strongly-held beliefs, I am reluctant to share them with others.
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3
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Is that the sheriff? Hide!
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4
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While everyone is entitled to their opinion, it is very difficult to change mine.
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5
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Government eyes and ears are everywhere, so I am very slow to trust.
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6
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I have a big heart and go out of my way to help anyone in need.
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7
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I am supremely goal oriented and nothing will dissuade me from accomplishing something once I have put my mind to it.
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8
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I am insecure so am easily insulted.
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Ideal |
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Liberty. I will not abide an unjust ruler no matter the personal cost. (Chaotic)
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2
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Freedom. I will strive to my last breath to free my unjustly imprisoned brothers and sisters. (Chaotic)
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3
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Independence. The rights of the individual always supersede the rights of society. (Chaotic)
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4
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Largesse. I steal from the rich and give to the poor. (Good)
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5
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Family. I’m loyal to my family and friends, not to any nation or government. (Neutral)
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6
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Progress. We must all work together to make the world a better place. (Good)
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Bond |
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My family lost their lands to the Barony, and I mean to make the Barony pay!
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2
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My exploits will make me a folk hero.
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3
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The suffering of my people drives me to lead them to a brighter future.
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4
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I have done some things I am not proud of, but such is the cost of closely-held ideals.
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5
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A family member was unjustly imprisoned. I will free them or die trying.
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6
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The people must know the truth. No matter the personal cost to me, I will spread the word.
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Flaw |
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I simply cannot make myself be respectful to authority.
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2
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Seeing soldiers of the Barony sets me off into a barely controllable rage.
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3
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I drink too much.
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4
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I really don’t care about anyone else, but do my best to hide it.
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5
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I am a know-it-all.
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6
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laugh loudly at the misfortunes of others.
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