A common means of making a living in rural areas is to tend a flock or herd of sheep or other animals and live off the resources and goods which the animals provide. Those who care for and watch over such a herd, ensuring its overall well being and safety from predators, are commonly known as shepherds, and they can typically be found anywhere such animals thrive. Shepherds must know their animals and how to care for them, but they must also be vigilant against the myriad dangers which lurk, waiting to prey on the flock.
- Skill Proficiencies: Animal Handling, Perception.
- Tool Proficiencies: Vehicles (Land) and chose one from Leatherworker's tools or Weaver's tools.
- Equipment: A staff, a set of Leatherworker's or Weaver's Tools, an animal harness or lead, a set of common clothes and a pouch containing 5gp.
Feature: Watchful Eye
You are used to watching over your flock while it rests, always vigilant to keep it safe from predators, even while you are resting yourself. During a long rest, you can keep watch without penalty while sleeping for up to four hours.
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 |
Personality Trait |
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1
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I couldn’t wait to get out of my small life in the farmlands and into the broader world.
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2
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I trust animals more than I trust people.
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3
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I celebrate the little things in life because I don’t know when the hard times will hit.
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4
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I like nothing more than swapping stories.
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5
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Cloudgazing helps me clear my head.
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6
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I may not be the best thinker, but there’s a simple solution to everything.
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7
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I like to be helpful and useful whenever possible.
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8
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I’m always humming or whistling whatever tune is stuck in my head at that moment.
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| d6 |
Ideal |
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1
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Protection. Protect the flock from predators, literally and figuratively. (Good)
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2
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Leadership. The sheep will follow the shepherd all the way to the slaughter. (Evil)
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3
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Consistency. A flock is often confused by needless change. (Lawful)
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4
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Innovation. There’s always a better way, you just have to keep trying until you find it… but never stop trying. (Chaotic)
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5
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Practicality. The best way to be a shepherd is simply to do whatever works best in any given situation. (Neutral)
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6
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Preparation. Like the seasons, life changes frequently. Prepare for change and you’ll come out on top. (Any)
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| d6 |
Bond |
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1
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I follow in the footsteps of my ancestors.
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2
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Never again will I lose my flock to predators. Once was enough.
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3
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No matter how far I ranged, I always missed my first home.
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4
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I set out to earn riches for my family so they don’t have to live harvest to harvest.
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5
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It’s easier to hide my secret when I don’t have to be around people.
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6
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Home is where you make it.
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| d4 |
Flaw |
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1
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I’m a gullible and naïve person. It’s easy for people to trick me.
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2
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I am painfully shy around people I find attractive.
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3
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I shout when I get excited, even at inopportune times.
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4
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I find it hard to stand up to authority figures.
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