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This background is based on the "Helpful wanderer" background, found here in the homebrew section.
altho i loved the concept, its almost what i need. so i made a version being a bit more specific towards nature.
I also think i made it slightly more balanced and slightly less abusable. Therefore also a bit more acceptable for a DM
Lore
You have traveled a lot and have helped the common folk here and there, Whether it was by helping with some wolf that posed a danger or simply helping by fixing a carriage or just some work they are grateful. Word spreads around and some just see your good nature at first glance and decide they should welcome you.
But the forest is your home. close to the trees, the plants and the animals.
- Skill Proficiencies: From living in the forest, taking care of its creatures and plants you get proficiency in animal handling and nature
- Tool Proficiencies: You still need to eat. But don't worry back at your hut your campfire and cooking utensils that you are proficient in are ready to use
- Languages: Being a helping hand for the people it is their language you learned to speak.
- Equipment: You get an: Explorer's Pack, Cook utensils, some herbs used by cooking, a gift from someone you once helped, a money pouch with 10gp
Most common folk notice your helpful nature and are usually happy to have you around. You can find a place to hide, rest, or recuperate among other commoners, unless you have shown yourself to be a danger to them. They will shield you from the law or anyone else searching for you, though they will not risk their lives for you. Due to your extensive time on the road you always know how to find water, food, and can make a shelter if the land provides
Suggested Characteristics
Druid, nature cleric, or any other kind of treehugger. Good aligned, kind and helpful of nature.
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