"Do you know the song? I will find the song, or another will find the song, but the song will be sung in this year or another."
You seek the primal song of creation itself. This may be an individual quest, or one undertaken by your entire culture. You may have been exposed to the song itself at some point (and now seek to hear it again), or you may only know of the existence of the song. Whether you have heard the song or not, you are certain you will know it when you hear it. It is up to you and your DM if the song actually exists or is merely the impetus to drive you along a life of adventure. In either case, since the song could be anywhere or known by anyone, you have traveled far and wide and collected many other songs and stories. You are accustomed to being self sufficient and have been exposed to numerous local cultures.
- Skill Proficiencies: History and one of the following: Investigation, Performance, Survival
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of musical instrument or None
- Languages: One of your choice or two if you did not select an instrument (you spent more time listening to the songs and stories of others than sharing your own)
- Equipment: Chalk, Cook's utensils, Many maps of local areas or a detailed one of a large area, marked with places you have been, A musical instrument (the one you are proficient in, if applicable), A set of traveling clothes, A sewing kit, and A trinket from somewhere you have traveled.
You have spent much of your adult life traveling, living among people from many different regions and cultures. You have gathered quite a collection of stories and songs and came to understand these cultures; feeling at ease among all but the most alien cultures.
You have advantage on any checks made to understand local customs and to gather information. Additionally, you can often find a place to orate or perform, usually in an inn or tavern but possibly with a circus, a theater, or even in a noble's court. At such a place, you can usually barter to receive lodging and food in exchange for sharing stories or performing minor repairs.
Suggested Characteristics
Use the characteristics from the Entertainer background, found in the Player Handbook on page 130.
| d6 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I know a story relevant to almost every situation. |
| 2 | Whenever I come to a new place, I collect local rumors and spread gossip. |
| 3 | Nobody stays angry at me or around me for long, since I can defuse any amount of tension. |
| 4 | I love a good insult, even one directed at me. |
| 5 | I get bitter if I'm not the center of attention. |
| 6 | I'll settle for nothing less than perfection. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Beauty; When I perform, I make the world better than it was. (Good) |
| 2 | Tradition; The stories, legends, and songs of the past must never be forgotten, for they teach us who we are. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Creativity; The world is in need of new ideas and bold action. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Greed; I'm only in it for the money and fame. (Evil) |
| 5 | People; I like seeing the smiles on people's faces when I perform. That's all that matters. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Honesty; Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any) |
| d4 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I want to be famous, whatever it takes. |
| 2 | I idolize a hero of the old tales and measure my deeds against that person's. |
| 3 | I would do anything for the other members of my people. |
| 4 | I seek to improve the lives of those around me as I travel. |
| d4 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I'll do anything to win fame and renown. |
| 2 | I once satirized a noble who still wants my head. It was a mistake that I will likely repeat. |
| 3 | I have trouble keeping my true feelings hidden. My sharp tongue lands me in trouble. |
| 4 | Despite my best efforts, I am unreliable to my friends. |
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