Empty Nest Parent

As a young child you dreamed of adventure on the open road, but life had other ideas for you. Marriage and children. Your experience as a parent has given you wisdom and patience, as well as a certain set of skills depending on your home life. However, despite your love for your family, you have decided now is your time and you're ready for an adventure. 

Perhaps it all came to a head when your eldest came home for a visit with their own baby in tow and asked if you'd mind looking after them for a while - but ten minutes later the baby had barfed all over your favourite boots and you decided, nope, it's time for some me time. Or perhaps you've being inspired by your life as a parent and want to make the world a safer place for the next generation. Either way, your experiences can serve you well as you step into the wider world, adventuring not just for riches or glory, but for your own interests and place in the world. 

 

Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Animal Handling 

Tool Proficiencies: Cooks Utensils, Vehicles (land), One game set of choice. 

Languages:  

None 

Equipment: A collection of utensils that you brought from home. A portrait of your family. A supportive letter from your partner, including a reminder that they'll support you in everything you do. 

Suggested Characteristics

 

 

d6	Personality Trait
1	I never resist the opportunity for a good pun
2	I tend to take care of those around me, making sure they eat enough and are warm
3	I enjoy the simple, homely things in life.
4	I want to live life to the fullest and jump at every new opportunity that comes my way
5	I want to organise everything around me, often telling people what to do and how to do it
6	I have a habit of trying to feed everyone and anyone.

d6	Ideal
1	Generosity: The best thing one can do is care for others. (Good)
2	Tough Love: Sometimes the best way to teach is to let others make mistakes. (Lawful)
3	Glory: I want to make a name for myself, no matter the risk (neutral)
4	Independence: Everyone should learn to stand on their own feet. (Neutral)
5	Mama / Papa Bear: It is my responsibility to protect those who can't protect themselves. (Any)
6	Peace and quiet: Can we just do this without arguing?! (neutral)

d6	Bond
1	I want to become a hero so my children will respect what I did
2	My family is my life, even if they are far away.
3	I have a keepsake from my child that I always keep with me.
4	A supernatural entity threatened my family, and I seek to destroy it.
5	I bore hearing of stories, I want to be the story
6	I want to see if other children are as braindead as my own

d6	Flaw
1	I feel guilty for leaving my family, so I tend to overcompensate with my companions
2	I tend to use inappropriate humor as a shield during battle
3	I can be smothering and forget that not everyone needs (or wants) my help.
4	I underestimate my own capabilities, sometimes considering myself 'just a parent'.
5	I hold grudges, particularly against those who threaten families.
6	I tend to forget myself and will often praise others for remembering to use the privy, more so if they are small.

Contacts

After years of arranging playdates, hosting sleepovers, and attending countless community events, you have become a fixture in a sprawling, unofficial network of families. You can always find a connection through the complex web of your children's friends, their friends' parents, extended relatives, neighbors, tutors, and coaches.

When you arrive in a town or city, there is a good chance you can locate someone within your extended family network. These contacts might provide you with local knowledge, assistance, or a hot meal and a place to stay for the night. They might also have minor tasks or errands they would like you to perform in exchange for their hospitality, akin to the way you'd help out a relative or old friend.

Remember, this network is built on goodwill and mutual assistance, so be careful not to abuse these connections or bring trouble to their doorstep.

d8	Contact
1	The Old Tutor: This contact was your children's tutor. They are now a scholar at a local university or library and can provide you with historical or arcane knowledge.
2	The Distant Cousin: You helped them out of a scrape years ago, and they owe you a favor. They now work as a local guard and can provide you with information about the city's defenses or politics.
3	The Childhood Friend: A friend of your child who has now grown up, and they remember you fondly. They can provide you with information about the local area or assist you in finding what you need.
4	The Helpful Neighbor: They lived next to you in your hometown. Now they have moved and own an inn or tavern in the town you're in, offering you a place to stay and a hearty meal.
5	The Sports Coach: They coached your child's sports team and now run a local adventurers' guild or similar organization. They may have quests or jobs for you and your party.
6	The Parents of Your Child's Ex: They have an awkward fondness for you and are willing to help despite the past relationship turmoil. They have social influence and can give you access to high society events or introduce you to important individuals.
7	The Baker's Wife: You know her from countless school fundraising events. She's still in the baking business and can offer you and your party food supplies and the local gossip.
8	The Music Teacher: They taught your children music and now are a well-respected performer. They could potentially provide you with cultural information, or even get you into performances or events.