An Arcane Initiate is someone who has taken their first steps into the world of magic. This background grants them access to a limited selection of spells and magical abilities from a particular spellcasting class. They might have undergone basic training or received guidance from a mentor in the arcane arts, allowing them to cast spells and tap into magical energies. While they may not be as proficient as a full-fledged spellcaster, they possess the potential to weave magic into their adventures in unique and unexpected ways.

Skill Proficiencies: Two of your choice

Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: A set of tools (one of your choice), a keepsake from home, a set of traveller's clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp

Spell List

Spell Level	Spells
Cantrip	create bonfire, fire bolt
1st	create or destroy water
2nd	scorching ray

Suggested Characteristics

The thrill of action and your naivety of inexperience make you the perfect newcomer to adventuring, you have an optimistic view of the potential rewards that away your future.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I’m optimistic and normally have a positive mindset, nothing can sway my mood.
2	I’m always meeting new people and love to make new friends, especially the adventuring kind!
3	I value the friends I have and will do anything to protect them.
4	I'm a little naive and sometimes I confuse insults with compliments.
5	I look to my keepsake for guidance when I'm lost, troubled or confused.
6	My upbringing has taught me a lot and I like to use that knowledge to my advantage!
7	I have an interesting sense of humor, sometimes I'm a little slow and laugh long since the joke was said.
8	I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.

d6	Ideal
1	Selfless: I want to help as many people as I can. (Good)
2	Respect: I show gratitude to all who guide me. (Lawful)
3	Greed: The best adventure is the highest paying. (Chaotic)
4	Wrath: The thrill of the adventure is the kill count. (Evil)
5	Positive: I'm just here to have fun no matter what happens. (Neutral)
6	Happiness: Doing what makes you happy is the most important thing. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	I always look forward to a new adventure.
2	Someone saved me from a pit trap. To this day, I will never forget a friend.
3	Adventuring is my life!
4	I’ll happily help out those who are in more need than me.
5	I’ll help those who can supply the right amount of coin.
6	I make good on my promises and will never break them.

d6	Flaw
1	I think every quest will be easy, even if its to certain death.
2	I look down on non-adventurer's who don't acknowledge my greatness.
3	I got my former party killed and and travelling in groups gets me anxious.
4	I will walk headfirst into an adventure without thinking.
5	I will do literally anything for money.
6	I am never wrong and will fight anyone who disagrees.