Collegium Arcanorum Alum (INT)

You have completed the basic course of foundational studies and graduated from one of the few surviving schools of magic. Many graduates eventually take up higher level studies under the direct supervision of an experienced mage, but most go out into the world for at least some time before returning to full-time study.

Skill Proficiencies: Two of the following: Arcana, History, Investigation, Medicine, Nature, Religion

Tool Proficiencies: One type of the specified types of Artisan's Tools or Herbalism Kit

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: A bottle of black ink, an ink pen, an abacus, a book of arcane theory, a hooded lantern, a tinderbox, a tome of history, a robe, and a pouch containing 15 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

d20	Personality Trait
1	When I find a subject I’m interested in, I won’t stop studying until I know everything about it. It keeps me up at night.
2	I am working on a grand philosophical theory and love sharing my ideas.
3	I can barely go a minute without talking about the sciences or their esoteric lore. I have so much knowledge in my head, and it needs to be let out somewhere! The more abstruse anecdotes I can mention, the better.
4	The spirits of the dead are so much more interesting to talk with than the living.
5	I can speak eloquently about the historical ramifications of an ancient war, but I can't recall what I had for supper last night.
6	I’m convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.
7	I love brewing up a new recipe, even if some might be repulsed by my choice of ingredients. Or the final product. Or both.
8	My fashion sense is like my garden: withered, black, and weird.
9	Everything in this world dies eventually. The question is, what will you do with the time you have left?
10	I know we just met, but when you die, may I have your bones? For research.
11	Don’t interrupt me; I’m brooding.
12	Equations and patterns come naturally to my mind. I wish friendship came just as easily.
13	I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition.
14	I’ve read every book in the world’s greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.
15	I’m used to helping out those who aren’t as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to others.
16	There’s nothing I like more than a good mystery.
17	I … speak … slowly … when talking … to idiots, … which … almost … everyone … is … compared … to me.
18	I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.
19	I often get lost in my own thoughts and contemplation, becoming oblivious to my surroundings.
20	I prefer to discuss the theories and findings of others. I'm hesitant to reveal my own ideas.

d12	Ideal
1	Knowledge. Knowledge empowers, and learning perfects. (Any)
2	Beauty. What is beautiful points us beyond itself toward what is true. (Good–Neutral–Evil)
3	Zeal. I will not permit weaknesses or distractions to delay or deter me from my goal. (Any)
4	No Limits. Nothing should fetter the infinite possibility inherent in all existence. (Chaotic)
5	Power. Knowledge is the path to power and domination. (Evil)
6	Self-Improvement. The goal of a life of study is the betterment of oneself. (Good–Neutral)
7	Scholarship. I seek knowledge for its own sake, free from any practical concerns or distractions. (Neutral)
8	Genius. I am a unique and extraordinary individual. Others should acknowledge me or suffer for their blindness. (Neutral–Evil)
9	Invention. Imagine the good we could do with new knowledge and capabilities! (Good)
10	Sensibility. There's no point in looking for trouble by stepping out of bounds. (Lawful–Neutral)
11	Independence. I won't permit anyone else to dictate what I must think or how I must live. (Neutral–Chaotic)
12	Punctiliousness. There is a proper way to do things, and it's the only way worth doing them. (Lawful)