You spent a formative part of your life – either born into it, or beginning later on – studying the holistic and all it has to offer. Perhaps you lived in seclusion, or amongst others who held the same beliefs and values as you, or hiding your craft from prying eyes in a heavily populated area. You act as an intermediary between the spiritual realm of the veil and the natural world, studying the medicinal and cosmetic components offered by plants. You made your gold by selling your services to those who needed them, doing rituals, casting spells, or crafting potions, poultices and tonics for a price. Worshiping as you do, you believe you possess latent magical power, whether you can manifest it physically or not.
- Skill Proficiencies: Medicine, Nature
- Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism kit.
- Languages: One of your choice.
- Equipment: A [Tooltip Not Found] stuffed full of notes from your studies or prayers, a [Tooltip Not Found] containing dried herbs, set of worn common clothes including a hood, an herbalism kit and a pouch containing 15 gp
What version of the craft do you practice, and what caused you to begin wandering? You can work with your DM to determine the exact nature of your specialty, or you can choose to roll on the table below to determine it.
| d8 | The Craft |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hedge witch. I am deeply connected to the earth and its energy. |
| 2 | Ancestral Witch. I rely on my ancestors guidance, protection and aid in my magical workings. |
| 3 | Angelic Witch. I envoke, communicate and work with angels. |
| 4 | Ceremonial Witch. I envoke spirits or entities to assist with my work. |
| 5 | Energy Witch. I use the powers of my mind and the energy of my body to use mental magick. |
| 6 | Cosmic Witch. I work with the cosmos and celestial energies. |
| 7 | Dream Witch. I travel the etheric plane through astral projection. |
| 8 | Hearth Witch. My magick is weaved and imbued into mundane tasks. |
The need for natural elements used in your salves and tonics made you adept at traversing difficult terrain to gather your ingredients. You can easily remember landmarks, the layout of outdoor areas, and the features of the land around you. Because of this, you can travel difficult terrain with ease. In addition, you can find food and fresh water for yourself and up to five others each day, provided the area you are in offers berries, small game, water and so forth.
Work with your DM to determine the details of what terrain you have knowledge of and its impact on your campaign.
Spell List
You have access to a few basic spells you've learned practicing your craft.
| Spell Level | Spells |
|---|---|
| Cantrip | druidcraft |
| 1st | detect poison and disease |
| 2nd | barkskin |
Suggested Characteristics
Some witches use their craft for the betterment of others and the land, whereas others twist it to benefit only themseves. Whether they wish to make the world a better place or selfishly want to squander their knowledge, the lifestyle shapes their attitudes and ideals. A select few are driven slightly mad by the wisdom offered by their deities.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I've been isolated for so long that I rarely speak, preferring gestures and the occasional grunt. |
| 2 | I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. |
| 3 | I have a lesson for every situation, drawn from observing nature. |
| 4 | I feel tremendous empathy for all who suffer. |
| 5 | I'm oblivious to etiquette and social expectations. |
| 6 | I connect everything that happens to me to a grand, cosmic plan. |
| 7 | I often get lost in my own thoughts and contemplation, becoming oblivious to my surroundings. |
| 8 | I see omens in every event and action. The veil reaches out to us, we just need to observe and listen. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Nature. The natural world is more important than all the constructs of civilization. (Neutral) |
| 2 | Tradition. The ancient traditions of worship and sacrifice must be preserved and upheld. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Power. I will do whatever it takes to ascend above the common backwater rabble. (Evil) |
| 5 | Change. We must help bring about the changes the veil is constantly working in the world. (Chaotic) |
| 6 | Charity. I always try to help those in need with my holistic conncoctions. (Good) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | An injury to the unspoiled wilderness of my home is an injury to me. |
| 2 | Nothing is more important than the other members of my coven. |
| 3 | I owe everything to my mentor--a wise sage who taught me the ways of magick. |
| 4 | I will become the most powerful witch in history. |
| 5 | I’m guilty of a bestowing a curse on someone who didn't deserve my wrath. I hope I can redeem myself for it. |
| 6 | Someone I loved sacrificed themselves when I was accused of witchcraft. I will do whatever it takes to avenge them. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I made a terrible mistake during a ritual that cost many lives--and I would do anything to keep that mistake secret. |
| 2 | When faced with a choice between knowledge and my friends, I usually choose knowledge. |
| 3 | Most people scream and run when they see a magical entity. I stop and take notes on its anatomy. |
| 4 | I am easily distracted by the promise of information. |
| 5 | I'd risk too much to uncover a lost bit of knowledge. |
| 6 | I am dogmatic in my thoughts and philosophy. |
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