You are a member of the Royal Alchemist Society, skilled in all things alchemical, you gained membership to this elite group through your skills. You are a well-established part of the mercantile world, freed by talent and wealth from the constraints of a feudal social order. You learned your skills as an apprentice to a master Alchemist, under the sponsorship of the monarchies of Faerun, until you became a master in your own right.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Nature
- Tool Proficiencies: Alchemist’s Supplies
- Equipment: A set of Alchemist’s Supplies , a Royal Alchemist Medallion, a set of traveler’s clothes, and a pouch containing 15 gp
The Royal Alchemist Society is a semi-secret guild devoted to uncovering the mysteries of the realms and supporting order through various monarchies.
| d6 | Alchemical Specialty |
|---|---|
| 1 | General Alchemist |
| 2 | Poisoner |
| 3 | Brewer |
| 4 | Apothecary |
| 5 | Distiller |
| 6 | Transmuter |
As an established and respected member of the RAS you can rely on certain benefits that membership provides. Your fellow guild members will provide you with lodging and food if necessary, and pay for your funeral if needed. In some cities and towns, a guildhall offers a central place to meet other members of your profession, which can be a good place to meet potential patrons, allies, or hirelings.
Guilds often wield tremendous political power. If you are accused of a crime, your guild will support you if a good case can be made for your innocence or the crime is justifiable. You can also gain access to powerful political figures through the guild, if you are a member in good standing. Such connections might require the donation of money or magic items to the guild’s coffers.
You must pay dues of 5 gp per month to the RAS. If you miss payments, you must make up back dues to remain in the guild’s good graces.
Suggested Characteristics
Royal Alchemists are among the most reclusive people in the world- until they set down their tools and take up an adventuring career. They understand the value of hard work and the importance of research, but they’re vulnerable to sins of greed and lusting after knowledge.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I believe that anything worth doing is worth doing right. I can’t help it—I’m a perfectionist. |
| 2 | I’m a snob who looks down on those who can’t appreciate alchemy. |
| 3 | I always want to know how things work. |
| 4 | I’m obsessed with discovering the secrets to the creation of the Philosopher’s Stone. |
| 5 | I’m fine with mixing reagents together to see what happens. |
| 6 | I like to talk at length about my profession. |
| 7 | I don’t part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible. |
| 8 | I’m well known for my work, and I want to make sure everyone appreciates it. I’m always taken aback when people haven’t heard of me. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | You cannot get something from nothing. The alchemical laws must be observed. (lawful) |
| 2 | Generosity. My talents were given to me so that I could use them to benefit the world. (Good) |
| 3 | Freedom. Everyone should be free to pursue his or her own livelihood. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Greed. I’m only in it for the money. (Evil) |
| 5 | People. I’m committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Aspiration. I work hard to be the best there is at my craft. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | The workshop where I learned my trade is the most important place in the world to me. |
| 2 | I created a great work for someone, and then found them unworthy to receive it. I’m still looking for someone worthy. |
| 3 | I owe my guild a great debt for forging me into the person I am today. |
| 4 | I pursue wealth to secure someone’s love. |
| 5 | One day I will return to my guild, from which I was banished, and prove that I am the greatest alchemist of them all. |
| 6 | I will get revenge on the evil forces that stole my plans. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I’ll do anything to get my hands on something rare or priceless. |
| 2 | I’m quick to assume that someone is trying to cheat me. |
| 3 | No one must ever learn that I once stole money from guild coffers. |
| 4 | I’m never satisfied with what I have—I always want more. |
| 5 | I would kill to acquire a Philosopher’s Stone. |
| 6 | I’m horribly jealous of anyone who can outshine my handiwork. Everywhere I go, I’m surrounded by rivals. |
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