You've glimpsed epochs most can only dream of, having journeyed through the swirling vortex of time itself. Whether by magical accident, ancient artifact, or mysterious phenomenon, you've seen civilizations rise and fall, and you carry knowledge, whether accurate or distorted, of past and potential futures. This temporal dislocation can be both a gift and a curse. While you may possess knowledge or skills from another era, fitting into the current time can be a constant challenge.

 

Skill Proficiencies: History, Arcana

Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan's tools or musical instrument of your choice, representing a past or future hobby or trade.

Languages: One of your choice, representing a language you picked up in your temporal travels.

Equipment:  An outdated or futuristic version of a common item, a set of traveler's clothes, a trinket that you acquired during your travels through time (work with your DM to decide its nature or origin), and a belt pouch containing 10 gp (coins from various eras).

Suggested Characteristics

 

Personality Traits

D8	TRAIT
1	I often mistakenly reference events that haven't happened yet.
2	Old habits die hard; I often act in ways considered outdated in the current time.
3	I am obsessed with recording current events, fearing I might jump in time again.
4	Time has taught me patience; I am unfazed by minor inconveniences.
5	I have a habit of using outdated or futuristic slang, often confusing those around me.
6	I am always amazed by mundane modern technologies or magic.
7	I am often lost in thought, reflecting on the times and places I've witnessed.
8	I make it a habit to avoid historical discussions to not accidentally reveal my knowledge.

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Ideals

D6	IDEAL	ALIGNMENT
1	Preservation. History must be preserved, and the future must not be revealed.	Neutral
2	Adaptability. Time's flow is unpredictable; adaptability is the only constant.	Chaotic
3	Knowledge. Every era holds secrets and wisdom; I strive to learn them all.	Any
4	Destiny. All events, including my time travels, are predestined.	Lawful
5	Freedom. Time is a canvas, and I have the freedom to paint my own destiny.	Chaotic
6	Responsibility. With my knowledge, I bear the responsibility of guiding the present.	Good

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Bonds

D6	BOND
1	I left someone important behind in another time, and I hope to see them again.
2	An artifact or phenomenon is responsible for my time travels, and I must understand it.
3	I've witnessed a potential future catastrophe, and I must prevent it.
4	I'm searching for a historical truth that I only partially witnessed.
5	I owe a debt to someone from another era, and I seek a way to repay it.
6	An individual or group in the present holds the key to my time-traveling mystery.

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Flaws

D6	FLAW
1	I struggle to understand the "modern" ways and often find myself in awkward situations.
2	Sometimes, I inadvertently reveal knowledge about events yet to happen.
3	I am paranoid about making changes, fearing I might alter history.
4	Being displaced in time has left me with a deep sense of isolation.
5	I sometimes think that my current existence might just be another temporary stop in my endless journey.
6	My longing for my original time period can sometimes blind me to the needs and realities of the present.