You've spent your life analyzing and studying the cryptic runes found in elven and dwarven ruins, to the point at which you've become an expert at dispelling the arcane. You work for gold, tracking down magical beasts and constructs, dispelling the magic for a hefty fee.
- Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from among Arcana, Investigation, Religion, or History
- Tool Proficiencies:
One type of artisan’s tools
- Languages: Choose two, one of which must be Abyssal, Celestial, Deep Speech, Draconic, Infernal, Primordial, or Undercommon
- Equipment: A Cursebreaker's Pack (containing a chest, a crowbar, a hammer, three wooden stakes, a holy symbol, a Cursebreaker Sigil, a set of manacles, a steel mirror, a flask of oil, a tinderbox, and 3 torches), a set of common clothes, and 1 sp.
Each Cursebreaker has a specialty, whether it be constructs, apparitions, or the undead, that makes them especially skilled at handling that type. Any specialty you chose will make you more adept in dealing with that type of beast or creature. Choose a specialty, or roll one on the Specialty Table.
| d8 | Cursebreaker Specialty |
|---|---|
| 1 | You're a Rune Analyst. You've memorized all the ancient runes and can decipher and translate the Elden magic. |
| 2 | You're a Lycanthrope Handler, one who is armed to the teeth with silver and can treat and sometimes even cure Lycanthropy |
| 3 | You're an Exorcist, one who deals with possessions and expels spirits who have taken one's body. |
| 4 | You're a Necrofeller. You handle infestations of the undead and work to uncover the dark magic that raises the dead. |
| 5 | You're a Demonbrander. You negotiate deals with fey and demigods to free those they have taken as their servents. |
| 6 | You're a member of the Richten Guild, an organization that hunts down vampires and their thralls. |
| 7 | You're a Tomb-cracker. You spend your days in ruins exploring them and dispelling the ancient magic guarding its secrets. |
| 8 | You're an Artifact Scholar. You study the fabled artifacts of the Gods, and magic items. |
You've been working with magic and disease all your life. If anything, you can accurately judge and treat any magical ailment with the proper components. When performing medicine checks, roll with advantage.
Spell List
| Spell Level | Spells |
|---|---|
| 1st | detect evil and good, detect magic, identify, protection from evil and good |
| 2nd | knock |
| 3rd | counterspell, dispel magic, protection from energy |
| 5th | dispel evil and good |
Suggested Characteristics
You're relentless, hardworking, and astoundingly knowledgeable in your field. Anyone not in your profession looks up to you in awe of your work.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I'm a little rough around the edges, but those who know me find me an amazing companion. |
| 2 | I don't want to hurt your feelings, but it needs to be said. |
| 3 | I spend hours a day reading in a such a manner that I snap at anyone who disturbs me. |
| 4 | I'm full of astounding references to texts thought to be lost to the ages. |
| 5 | I put little faith in those who do not study the arcane arts. |
| 6 | I expect danger around every corner. |
| 7 | I refuse to become a victim, and I will not allow others to be victimized. |
| 8 | I put no trust in divine beings. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | I would trade the most sacred of knowledge to help a friend in need. (Good) |
| 2 | Knowledge amongst all other things, requires the most will. (Any) |
| 3 | I break curses to make the world a safer place, and to make sure that no terrible fate befalls another ever again. (Good) |
| 4 | My capabilities and responsibility puts me above the law. (Chaotic) |
| 5 | I study my enemy’s capabilities and weaknesses before rushing into battle. (Lawful) |
| 6 | The most ancient powers put me on top, and I intend to stay there through any means necessary. (Evil) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I keep my thoughts and discoveries in a journal. My journal is my legacy. |
| 2 | I would sacrifice my life and my soul to protect the innocent. |
| 3 | There was one person I couldn't save. I promised to take care of his family. |
| 4 | A terrible guilt consumes me. I hope that I can find redemption through my actions. |
| 5 | I've made so many enemies, I employ warding glyphs and protective charms to keep me safe at night. |
| 6 | My word is my bond. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | Back off. Let me handle this. |
| 2 | Go ahead. Don't listen to me. Let's see what happens. |
| 3 | I feel no compassion for the dead. They’re the lucky ones. |
| 4 | I don't let anyone touch my things, anyone. |
| 5 | After all I've seen, I refuse to believe that there is someone watching over us. |
| 6 | Last time I let someone take up the rear, I lost someone dear to me. I won't let it happen again. |
Contacts
You're well informed in the magical field. You have contacts with various goblin tribes, dwarven cities, and mage guilds that all employ you and your peers. Simply showing them your Cursebreaker sigil can be convincing enough.