Ninja

In the secretive realms where shadows dance and whispers hold more weight than the loudest screams, you were forged into a silent instrument of precision and stealth. Trained in the ancient arts of the ninja, you navigated a world veiled in mystery and intrigue. Whether born into a clandestine clan, sought refuge within the shadows, or chose the path of the ninja for reasons known only to you, you have embraced the disciplined and elusive existence of a master of shadows.

From the treacherous terrain of urban landscapes to the dense cover of ancient forests, you move like a phantom, leaving barely a trace of your passage. Your skills in stealth, acrobatics, and the use of specialized tools make you a formidable force in the art of subterfuge. The shadows are your allies, and the night is your canvas.

Mystery shrouds your past, and your motives remain known only to you. Perhaps you serve a master with a hidden agenda, or maybe you walk a path of personal redemption. Regardless of your origins, you are a silent enigma, a ninja whose every step echoes with the weight of secrets.

As a practitioner of the shadowy arts, you are prepared to infiltrate, observe, strike, and disappear, leaving no trace but whispers of your existence. The world is your canvas, and you are the master of silent, swift, and deadly strokes, navigating a landscape where the dance of shadows reveals truths concealed in the light.

Skill Proficiencies: Stealth: Ninja’s are trained to be masters at stealth. It could cost them their life if they aren’t careful.

Acrobatics: Ninja’s are trained to be nimble and agile. Therefore, acrobatics is a must in the life of a ninja.

Tool Proficiencies: Thieves' tools

One type of Artisan's Tools OR Musical Instruments

Languages: Choose one exotic language. (e.g., Thieves' Cant)

Equipment: A set of ninja tools (shuriken, kunai, smoke bombs).

A set of common clothes.

A hooded cloak.

A belt pouch containing 15 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

d2	Personality Trait
1	Silent Observer: You prefer to watch and gather information before taking action.
2	Disciplined Focus: Your training has instilled a sense of discipline and focus in all aspects of your life.

d2	Ideal
1	Stealth: The ability to move unseen and unheard is the key to success.
2	Loyalty: You adhere to a code of loyalty, either to a master, a group, or a cause.

d2	Bond
1	Mentor's Legacy: You carry on the teachings of a skilled ninja who mentored you.
2	Hidden Agenda: You have a secret mission or goal that drives your actions.

d2	Flaw
1	Fear of Exposure: The idea of being revealed terrifies you, leading to caution bordering on paranoia.
2	Vengeful: You hold grudges and seek retribution against those who have wronged you or your allies.