You have worked in a bar, tavern, pub, or other place where alcoholic beverages are served. You know the art of mixing and serving drinks, and as a barkeep, you're a charismatic fellow that knows how to deal with people. Whether that's to keep a wary eye on disruptive patrons and cut them off when they've had one too many drinks, or simply as an ear for someone who needs advise. People from all walks of life are drawn to your trustworthy nature.

Adapted from "Backgrounds Reimagined", by Epinephrine

Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Persuasion

Tool Proficiencies: Brewer's Supplies

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: One set of Brewer's Supplies, a personalized drinking stein, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 5 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Barkeeps are among the most therapeutic people in the world. They understand the value of unwinding and decompressing after a hard day of work, or adventuring. However they’re vulnerable to spreading gossip, or selling information.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I’m always looking for a good time with good company.
2	I earnestly enjoy offering advice.
3	Even in a social atmosphere, I always feel alone.
4	I live vicariously through the people I meet and the stories I hear.
5	I’m everyone’s outlet but sometimes I just want to punch them in their thoughtless faces.
6	If you’re looking for a fight, I’ll give you one.
7	I know how to calm down people just as much as I know how to rile them up.
8	It’s not all fun and games. Business needs to run smoothly, whatever that might be.

d6	Ideal
1	Cheer: Spreading joy is my passion. (Good)
2	Guidance: It’s our duty to help others. (Lawful)
3	Legacy: We have only one chance to write our story. Do what you will and make it count. (Chaotic)
4	Manipulation: Drunk people are the most vulnerable and can easily be taken advantage of. (Evil)
5	People: It’s always good to meet and connect with new people. (Any)
6	Honesty: If I call you an *******, it means I like you. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	My tavern means everything to me. It brings back important memories from my past.
2	Brewing is my craft. My art brings people together.
3	The regular patrons of my tavern are like family to me.
4	I want to be successful. Whatever it takes.
5	Alcohol is all I need, and sometimes all I want.
6	I’ve met so many people while staying in the same place. I need my own story to tell.

d6	Flaw
1	I can always go for another round. The gutter is my second home.
2	I judge people that don’t drink to be antisocial and untrustworthy.
3	Party animals and depressed people make me feel bitter about my life.
4	Whenever life gets hard, I drink my problems away
5	I need to know everyone’s story.
6	I curse more than a ******* sailor.