Trading means influencing the powerful - and if you really want to become powerful, you shouldn't be afraid to venture into the most remote corners of Farûn to open up new markets. As dangerous and bizarre as the Underdark may seem to the surface dwellers, its mysterious and dangerous inhabitants offer promising profits for those brave enough to venture there. Where deceit and cunning are worth more than gold and jewels, there the Netherrealm trader has his marketplace. If it's easier to evict an entire clan of svirfneblin than it is to negotiate with them over whether to farm the newly found mithrilade, or let the mind flayers give up new slaves in exchange for ancient, forbidden knowledge, he doesn't mind. As the leader of an expedition, he explores new trade routes for his clients - or for himself, always in search of wealth and influence.
- Tool Proficiencies: Poisenerś Kit
- Languages: Undercommon
As a valuable and feared influencer, you can count on certain benefits that come with your reputation. Your network of informants and those in power will provide you with room and board if necessary and pay for your funeral if necessary. In some cities and towns, a trading post provides a central place to meet other members of your estate, which can be a good place to meet potential patrons, allies, or mercenaries.
Guilds often wield enormous political power. If you are accused of a crime, your guild will support you if your innocence can be established or the crime is justified. You can also gain access to powerful political figures through your contacts and reputation, knowing that you may be able to help them gain more power. Such influence may require donations of money or magic items to the guild's treasury.
You must pay the guild 5 gp per month. If you miss payments, you must make back payments to stay in the guild's favor .
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I believe that anything worth doing is worth doing right. I can’t help it — I’m a perfectionist. |
| 2 | I’m a snob who looks down on those who can’t appreciate fine art. |
| 3 | I always want to know how things work and what makes people tick. |
| 4 | I’m full of witty aphorisms and have a proverb for every occasion. |
| 5 | I’m rude to people who lack my commitment to hard work and fair play. |
| 6 | I like to talk at length about my profession. |
| 7 | I don’t part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible. |
| 8 | I’m well known for my work, and I want to make sure everyone appreciates it. I’m always taken aback when people haven’t heard of me. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Community. It is the duty of all civilized people to strengthen the bonds of community and the security of civilization. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Generosity. My talents were given to me so that I could use them to benefit the world. (Good) |
| 3 | Freedom. Everyone should be free to pursue his or her own livelihood. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Greed. I’m only in it for the money. (Evil) |
| 5 | People. I’m committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Aspiration. I work hard to be the best there is at my craft. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | The workshop where I learned my trade is the most important place in the world to me. |
| 2 | I created a great work for someone, and then found them unworthy to receive it. I’m still looking for someone worthy. |
| 3 | I owe my guild a great debt for forging me into the person I am today. |
| 4 | I pursue wealth to secure someone’s love. |
| 5 | One day I will return to my guild and prove that I am the greatest artisan of them all. |
| 6 | I will get revenge on the evil forces that destroyed my place of business and ruined my livelihood. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I’ll do anything to get my hands on something rare or priceless. |
| 2 | I’m quick to assume that someone is trying to cheat me. |
| 3 | No one must ever learn that I once stole money from guild coffers. |
| 4 | I’m never satisfied with what I have — I always want more. |
| 5 | I would kill to acquire a noble title. |
| 6 | I’m horribly jealous of anyone who can outshine my handiwork. Everywhere I go, I’m surrounded by rivals. |
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