- Skill Proficiencies: Two of the following skills: Insight, Perception, Investigation or Intimidation.
- Languages: Two of your choice, at least one related to your ward or sanctuary.
- Equipment: A trinket of your choice as a memento of your connection to your sanctuary, an ornate wooden box, manacles, and a pouch containing 10 gp.
As a Guardian, your background is defined by what you protect and the significance it holds in your life. What do you guard?.
| d8 | Suggested Characteristics |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Natural World |
| 2 | A Sanctuary |
| 3 | A Bloodline |
| 4 | A Relic |
| 5 | A Piece of Knowledge |
| 6 | A Mysterious Realm |
| 7 | A Young Soul |
| 8 | Other |
When it comes to people who want to hurt you and your ward, you are practically an expert. An off-putting smile, the cadence of a sentence, even the slightest gleam in a suspicious person's eyes make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up, and you can usually tell a friend from a foe very quickly. If you are around an individual that may have malicious intent towards you, your ward, or your allies, you will know within a minute of interacting with them.
If you are in a crowd and would like to use this feature, you will have to roll a Perception, Insight, or Investigation check (DM's choice) at disadvantage to see if someone around you plots to hurt you, though you may or may not be able to pinpoint exactly who they are.
This feature cannot reveal an individual's intentions.
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 | 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'm always on guard, even in moments of apparent calm. |
| 4 | I tend to flee from any prolonged responsibility, a week might even be too much commitment for me |
| 5 | I have an unyielding determination to fulfill my duty as a guardian, regardless of the challenges I face. |
| 6 | I can't help but seek knowledge and insights to better protect that under my care. |
| 7 | I want to organize everything around me, often telling people what to do and how to do it |
| 8 | I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Legacy. I will preserve the legacy of that under my care, be it a family's heritage, an individual's dreams, or a hidden treasure. I will do whatever it takes to ensure this history endures. |
| 2 | Justice. I am unwavering in my pursuit of justice and the defense of the innocent. I will always stand up for what's right and protect those who can't protect themselves. |
| 3 | Balance. I believe in the delicate balance of power and strive to maintain it. It's my duty to prevent chaos or tyranny from tipping the scales too far in either direction. |
| 4 | Allegiance. My loyalty is unwavering, and I am dedicated to my chosen cause or leader. I will follow their commands and protect them at all costs. |
| 5 | Redemption. I aim to redeem myself for a past failure in my duties, seeking to restore my reputation and make amends for the harm I caused. |
| 6 | Discovery. I seek to uncover hidden knowledge and protect it from falling into the wrong hands. I am driven by the pursuit of secrets and the preservation of ancient wisdom, whether they are in the form of people, places, or things. |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | A mysterious prophecy has linked my destiny with that of my ward, and I must ensure that they fulfill their part in the prophecy. |
| 2 | I am responsible for training the next generation of guardians, and I take this role very seriously. |
| 3 | A malevolent force seeks to destroy the place or person I protect, and I am determined to outwit and thwart their schemes. |
| 4 | My sanctuary houses a hidden knowledge or powerful artifact, and I must safeguard it from falling into the wrong hands. |
| 5 | My ward saved me from a perilous situation, and I am bound to repay that debt by watching over them. |
| 6 | I have sworn an unbreakable oath to protect my charge, and I will do whatever it takes to keep them safe. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am paranoid and overly protective, never letting those I guard out of my sight. My constant vigilance can make me difficult to be around. |
| 2 | I'm sometimes lax in my duties, failing to take my role as seriously as I should. This carelessness has gotten me into trouble before, and I must work on being more diligent. |
| 3 | I have a tendency to be bossy and believe that I always know best. My commanding attitude can alienate those I'm supposed to protect. |
| 4 | My aggression towards strangers often causes more harm than good, putting those I protect in dangerous situations. I need to learn to de-escalate conflicts. |
| 5 | I carry the weight of a past mistake in battle that cost many lives. This guilt haunts me, and I would do anything to keep that mistake a secret, even if it's detrimental to those I protect. |
| 6 | I view myself and those I protect as superior to others, looking down on common folk. This attitude can make it hard for me to relate to people outside my social circle. |
Through years of experience, your heightened senses and vigilant eyes pick up even the slightest hint of danger. You are ready to fight or flee at a moment's notice, and nothing will catch you off guard as long as you are around. While you are on watch, you have advantage on Perception or Insight checks, and cannot be surprised as long as you are conscious.