You were born with innate magic that allows you to shape gold with your mind alone. Only a few are born with your gift, and though superstitious folk may accuse you of making a bargain with devils for your power, no one quite knows where the magic of gold shaping came from. Perhaps you were lucky enough to find a mentor capable of training you in the use of your gift. Or perhaps you were cared for by a noble patron who spared no expense for your education? Or maybe you fell in with those who wanted to use your skills to enrich themselves? Wherever you go, you will find people who are interested in your gift.
- Skill Proficiencies: History, Persuasion
- Tool Proficiencies: Jeweler's tools, smith's tools, or tinker's tools
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: A light hammer, a set of either jeweler’s tools, smith’s tools, or tinker’s tools, a note with the details of the latest piece you were commissioned to make, a signet ring bearing your maker’s mark, a set of fine clothes, and a pouch containing 15gp
Feature: Gold Shaping
From birth, you have been able to shape gold using your innate magic into any form you choose. You use your Charisma to shape gold and are proficient in any gold shaping checks you make to craft objects from pure gold. The GM treats gold shaping checks as checks made using a set of artisan’s tools for the purpose of crafting objects. Shaping gold requires immense focus, and you must concentrate on your shaping as if you were concentrating on a spell.
As a gold shaper, your rare gift keeps your services in high demand. You generally find yourself in good company among merchants and the nobility. In a large enough settlement, you can find merchants or patrons who will pay you wages enough to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in exchange for your work. Furthermore, you can usually find those in need of your talents who are willing to provide information, favors, or other special services instead of payment.
Suggested Characteristics
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1
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I name my lovely creations and talk to gold.
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2
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I’m a perfectionist when it comes to everything, not just my gold shaping.
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3
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I want people to recognize how fabulous I am and show off my power whenever I can.
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4
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I’m always wary of those who might try to cheat me and keep my abilities hidden.
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5
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I have a sharp appraising eye and am quick to lavish others’ work with either praise or insults depending on its quality.
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6
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I grew up poor. I cherish every piece of gold I earn.
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7
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I idolize the person who trained me.
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8
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Everyone has their price, and I’m ready to make a deal.
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Ideal |
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1
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Charity. What good is personal wealth if it impoverishes the world? It’s time to start giving back. (Good)
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2
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Artistry. The core of art is self-expression, and my work speaks for itself. (Any)
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3
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Greed. I intend to squeeze gold out of people one way or another. (Evil)
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4
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Power. I’ll use my wealth to gain the status and influence I deserve. (Lawful)
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5
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Beauty. I want to leave a legacy of lasting beauty through my work. (Good)
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6
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Reserve. I’m determined to hide my natural skills, so I won’t be exploited. (Any)
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Bond |
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1
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I will train until I can create the grandest golden artifact of all time.
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2
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I have a mentor who is renowned throughout Ambria. I long to leave their shadow and make a name for myself.
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3
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I will uncover the true origin of my gift.
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4
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I cheated my former patron, and they still hold a grudge against me.
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5
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I am working on an exquisite piece of jewelry to impress someone I deeply care for.
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6
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I’ve seen too many become corrupted by greed and struggle to fight this temptation within myself.
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Flaw |
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I insulted a noble with my art and would do so again.
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2
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I assume the worst in people and aim to cheat others before they can cheat me.
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3
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I must try to improve any golden objects I come across.
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4
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I favor style over substance.
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5
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I am insecure about my skills and cover this with boasting.
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6
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I have developed expensive tastes and constantly need more gold to fuel my lifestyle.
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