You are a member of Selam, bound to your oath and to your fellow members. You stand ready to be the shield for the disinfranchised, downtrodden, weak, and misunderstood. You understand that kindness and empathy are stronger than anger and violence. You've learned that consequence is an inescapable function of the universe, but that it is not always equal to the action that provokes it. You have earned the trust of your order, now being allowed into any stronghold, secret base, or wealth of knowledge the order holds. You also understand that forgiveness and empathy are a higher purpose than law, no matter where you are.
- Skill Proficiencies: Persuasion, plus one from among Arcana, History, Insight, and Religion, as appropriate for your order
- Tool Proficiencies: Tools to build or create things.
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: One set of traveler’s clothes, a [Tooltip Not Found],
You have access to any and all places owned or favored by Selam. Your silver ring that represents your oath carries weight in many places, though you know not to abuse it. You would never demand aid, but you know there's no shame in asking for it. You can learn and improve your skills with other Selam members that outrank you, sometimes by one-on-one training, or by aiding them in a quest. You are ready to be called on when needed, for missions, or otherwise.
Suggested Characteristics
Use the tables for the soldier background below as the basis for your traits and motivations, modifying the entries when appropriate to suit your identity as a knight of your order.
Your bond almost always involves the Selam (or at least key members of it) as well as the agenda, sentiment, or philosophy of the order.
| d6 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I’m always polite and respectful. |
| 2 | I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind. |
| 3 | I’ve lost too many friends, I will protect the ones I have. |
| 4 | The most powerful tool in the world, is a open mind and heart. |
| 5 | I see the best in everyone, and some aren't fond of that. |
| 6 | I cannot judge something/someone until I know all the sides of the story |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. |
| 2 | Everyone deserves a second chance. |
| 3 | Independence. When people follow orders blindly, they embrace a kind of tyranny. |
| 4 | No one's story is the same as someone else's, so their punishments chould not be the same. |
| 5 | Live and Let Live. As long as you're not hurting someone, you're alright in my book |
| 6 | Life cuts sharper and deeper than any blade, and I wish to heal those wounds in any way I can. |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I would lay down my life for someone in danger |
| 2 | Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind. |
| 3 | It is my duty to leave the world better than I found it. |
| 4 | I’ll never forget the people that gave me a second chance |
| 5 | Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for. |
| 6 | I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still leaves me quivering with fear. |
| 2 | I have little respect for cowards and liars who refuse to be held accountable. |
| 3 | I have taken a life, and the memory will forever haunt me. |
| 4 | My optimism is blind and unreasoning at times |
| 5 | My willingness to forgive has cost me dearly in the past. |
| 6 | I want to join Selam to avoid consequences for my past actions. |
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