You were born into a hidden society of vampires who have delved into the arcane arts and the wonders of technology. The Society is dedicated to preserving and increasing their power, influence and secrecy, using their knowledge of magic and technology to maintain their control over the mortal world.

As a member, you have been trained in the arts of deception and subterfuge to protect the society and further its interests. To that end, the Society of the Eternal Night always seeks to awaken any latent power in their members, and hone their abilities. While they are well versed in their own vampiric lineage and abilities, they are aware other lineages can carry hidden powers. Part of the ritual you underwent during your initiation tried to awaken any dormant abilities your blood might carry.

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from Arcana, Deception, Investigation and Stealth

Tool Proficiencies: Choose one from Disguise kit and Thieves' tools

Languages: Thieves' cant (cannot be added here, as DnDBeyond does not list Thieves' Cant as a language. You'll have to manually add it on your character sheet, by clicking on "Proficiencies & Languages" at the bottom left of your screen)

Equipment: A set of Thieves' tools or a Disguise kit, a leather-bound journal filled with notes and secrets related to the Society, a signet ring bearing the Society's symbol, a set of fine clothes, and a belt pouch containing 30 gp.

 

Thieves' tools or Disguise kit, a signet ring, a set of fine clothes, and a belt pouch containing 30 gp

Spell List

Spell Level	Spells
Cantrip	friends
1st	charm person, disguise self
2nd	alter self, enthrall
3rd	hypnotic pattern, nondetection
4th	compulsion, hallucinatory terrain
5th	modify memory, seeming

Suggested Characteristics

Members of the Society of the Eternal Night live half their lives in hiding, and half their lives pretending they are someone else. This perennial secrecy can affect their worldview, and while some can cope by being themselves among peers, some can fall into a downwards spiral.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I have a tendency to talk too much when I get nervous or excited
2	I have a dry, sarcastic sense of humor that not everyone appreciates.
3	I have a soft spot for animals and will go out of my way to help them, even if it's not in my best interest.
4	I'm very particular about my appearance and can become self-conscious if I feel like I don't look my best.
5	I have a tendency to get lost in my own thoughts and can come across as distant or aloof.
6	I am fascinated by ancient artefacts and am always searching for information about them.
7	I am always polite and respectful to those I meet, regardless of their station or background.
8	I am fiercely independent and have a hard time working with others unless they can prove their worth.

d6	Ideal
1	Freedom: I believe that everyone should have the right to live their life on their own terms and not be beholden to others. (Chaotic)
2	Creativity: I believe that art and creation are essential to the human experience and should be encouraged and celebrated. (Good)
3	Change: I believe that the world is constantly evolving and that we should embrace new ideas and ways of thinking. (Chaotic)
4	Tradition: I believe in honouring and preserving the customs and traditions of my ancestors and culture. (Lawful)
5	Preservation: It is our duty to preserve the relics of the past and ensure that they are not lost to time. (Neutral)
6	Knowledge: The pursuit of knowledge and understanding is a lifelong goal that is worth any risk or sacrifice, especially if I’m not the one making it. (Evil)

d6	Bond
1	I am searching for a lost artefact that my family believes will bring us great fortune and prestige.
2	I am in love with a fellow member of the Society, but our relationship is complicated by our different goals and loyalties.
3	I am determined to prove myself to someone who has doubted or belittled me in the past.
4	I am searching for a lost or stolen object that holds great personal value to me.
5	I am haunted by a mistake or failure from my past and seek to make amends.
6	I have a strong sense of duty to my community or organization and will do what's necessary to protect them.

d6	Flaw
1	I can be easily manipulated by those who flatter or appeal to my ego.
2	I struggle with addiction or vice, whether it be alcohol, gambling, or something else entirely.
3	I am plagued by self-doubt and second-guess myself constantly.
4	I have a deep-seated fear or phobia that can paralyze me in certain situations.
5	I have a tendency to hoard information and artefacts, sometimes at the expense of others.
6	I have a dark secret from my past that I will go to great lengths to keep hidden.