- Skill Proficiencies: Deception and Arcana or Nature
- Tool Proficiencies: An Herbalism Kit or Alchemist's Supplies
- Languages: Through your travels and experiences, you've either uncovered the forgotten language of your father or learned a tongue significant to your personal history. This language is a link to your roots, whether it be the guttural whispers of the Dark Speech, the ancient script of Abyssal, or a dialect spoken in the distant lands of your ancestors. The reasons behind acquiring this language are deeply personal, and the words carry the weight of your unique heritage. By learning this additional language, you gain a connection to your past and the potential to uncover hidden family secrets or long-forgotten traditions. Your proficiency in this language may serve as a bridge to understanding your own identity and unraveling the mysteries of your lineage.
- Equipment: A staff, a Herbalism kit, or Alchemist's supplies, a set of Clothes, Common, and a pouch containing 10 gp
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Betrayal:
- Description: A once-trusted member of your coven turned against you, leading to your expulsion. The betrayal left emotional scars, and you may be haunted by questions of why they betrayed you and what they gained from it.
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Stolen Relic:
- Description: Before your departure, you managed to take a powerful relic with you. This relic could be an object of great magical significance, a dark tome, or an item tied to your hag/witch lineage. Its influence on your life might attract both allies and adversaries.
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Fey Patron:
- Description: After your exile, a mysterious fey patron took notice of you. This otherworldly being may guide your actions or demand services in return. The fey patron could be a source of magical powers or a force that complicates your life with unpredictable demands.
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Cursed Marking:
- Description: The coven placed a cursed marking on you before you left. This marking could be visible or hidden, and it carries a magical consequence or a dark influence. It may affect your interactions with others, making you an object of fear or fascination.
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Mysterious Benefactor:
- Description: Throughout your struggles, a shadowy benefactor has supported you. This mysterious figure may have their own motives or a connection to your past. They might provide resources, information, or protection, but their true identity remains unknown.
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Coven's Grudge:
- Description: The coven holds a deep grudge against you, sending agents to hunt you down. They may see you as a threat or believe you possess knowledge or secrets that must be reclaimed. The pursuit by the coven adds an ongoing element of danger to your character's story.
| d6 | Why you left |
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| 1 | A fellow coven member betrayed me, leading to my expulsion. Who was it, and why did they betray you? |
| 2 | I managed to escape with a powerful relic from my coven. What is the relic, and how does it influence my life? |
| 3 | A mysterious fey patron took an interest in me after my exile. How does this patron manifest in my life, and what tasks have they set for me? |
| 4 | The coven placed a cursed marking on me before I left. What does the marking signify, and how does it affect my interactions with others? |
| 5 | I have a mysterious benefactor who has been aiding me from the shadows. Who are they, and what do they expect in return? |
| 6 | The coven holds a grudge against me and has sent agents to hunt me down. Why do they want me back so desperately? |
Your time within the clandestine circle granted you access to forbidden knowledge and mystic insights. Though you were expelled, you managed to retain fragments of the secrets held within. These insights serve as a wellspring of occult wisdom, offering guidance and unraveling the mysteries of the supernatural.
Usage: When you encounter a magical or mystical phenomenon, you can call upon your knowledge to gain insights. This feature allows you to make an Intelligence (Arcana) check with advantage. The DM may provide you with information, clues, or a deeper understanding of the mystical aspects involved.
Limitation: Unearthed Secrets is not infallible, and its effectiveness depends on the complexity of the magical phenomenon. Some mysteries may be beyond even your knowledge. Additionally, relying too heavily on these forbidden insights may draw unwanted attention from otherworldly entities or those seeking to exploit the secrets you hold.
Spell List
| Spell Level | Spells |
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| 3rd | create food and water |
Suggested Characteristics
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Sly Observer: You've developed a keen sense of observation and manipulation, always watching for potential threats and opportunities.
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Macabre Humor: Having grown up in a twisted environment, you find humor in the darker aspects of life. Others may find your jokes unsettling.
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Resilient Survivor: You've endured the hardships of being cast out and have developed a tough exterior. Adversity only makes you stronger.
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Cunning Diplomat: Skilled in the art of negotiation, you excel at finding common ground and exploiting weaknesses in social situations.
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Paranoid Instincts: Betrayed once, you trust very few. Your instincts are sharp, and you're always on the lookout for signs of betrayal or danger.
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Secretive Nature: Your past is shrouded in mystery, and you prefer to keep it that way. You reveal little about yourself, always maintaining an air of enigma.
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Vengeful Streak: The pain of rejection fuels a desire for revenge against those who cast you out. You harbor a burning resentment that drives your actions.
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Unsettling Presence: Your appearance and mannerisms give others an uneasy feeling, making it challenging to form close connections with those who fear the supernatural.
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Freedom: You seek to break free from the chains of your coven's influence, craving the freedom to forge your own destiny.
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Survival: In a world filled with dangers, your primary goal is to survive at any cost, using your wits and skills to outmaneuver adversaries.
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Self-Discovery: Cast out from your origins, you embark on a journey to discover your true identity and purpose in the world.
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Redemption: Driven by a desire to prove yourself, you strive for redemption, hoping to overcome the stigma of your hag/witch lineage.
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Power: The rejection from your coven has fueled a hunger for power. You seek magical and political influence to make those who scorned you regret their decision.
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Anarchy: You reject the strict hierarchy of covens and societies, believing in a world where chaos reigns and individuals determine their own fates.
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Oath of Vengeance: You're bound by a solemn oath to seek revenge against those who betrayed you, bringing about their downfall.
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Fellow Outcasts: You feel a kinship with others who have faced rejection and isolation, forming bonds with fellow outcasts who share your struggles.
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Hidden Heritage: Your ties to heritage compel you to uncover the secrets of your lineage and the powers it may bestow.
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Coven Artifact: You possess a mysterious artifact from your coven, a reminder of your past and a potential source of hidden powers.
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Estranged Family: Despite being cast out, you maintain a connection with your family members, hoping to one day reunite or reconcile.
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Guardian Spirit: A supernatural entity, be it a fey patron or a dark spirit, watches over you, guiding your actions and offering cryptic advice.
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Trust Issues: Betrayed by your own kind, you struggle to trust others and often suspect ulterior motives, even when they may not exist.
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Dark Temptations: The influence of your bloodline occasionally leads you to embrace darker, more malevolent urges.
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Haunted Memories: Nightmares and haunting memories from your time with the coven plague your sleep, affecting your mental well-being.
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Fearful Reputation: Your unsettling presence and lineage make others wary, causing frequent misunderstandings and prejudice.
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Obsession with Secrecy: You guard your past with an almost obsessive determination, going to great lengths to keep your true identity hidden.
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Compulsive Deception: Fearing rejection, you've developed a habit of weaving intricate webs of deception, making it difficult for others to know the real you.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have developed a keen sense of observation and manipulation, always watching for potential threats and opportunities. |
| 2 | Having grown up in a twisted environment, I find humor in the darker aspects of life. Others may find my jokes unsettling. |
| 3 | I have endured the hardships of being cast out and have developed a tough exterior. Adversity only makes me stronger. |
| 4 | Skilled in the art of negotiation, I excel at finding common ground and exploiting weaknesses in social situations. |
| 5 | Betrayed once, I trust very few. My instincts are sharp, and I'am always on the lookout for signs of betrayal or danger. |
| 6 | My past is shrouded in mystery, and i prefer to keep it that way. I will reveal little about myself, always maintaining an air of enigma. |
| 7 | The pain of rejection fuels a desire for revenge against those who cast me out. I harbor a burning resentment that drives my actions. |
| 8 | My appearance and mannerisms give others an uneasy feeling, making it challenging to form close connections with those who fear the supernatural. |
| d6 | Ideal |
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| 1 | I seek to break free from the chains of my coven's influence, craving the freedom to forge my own destiny. (Chaotic) |
| 2 | In a world filled with dangers, my primary goal is to survive at any cost, using my wits and skills to outmaneuver adversaries. (Neutral) |
| 3 | Cast out from my origins, I embark on a journey to discover my true identity and purpose in the world.(Any) |
| 4 | Driven by a desire to prove myself, I strive for redemption, hoping to overcome the stigma of my lineage.(Lawful or Neutral Good) |
| 5 | The rejection from my coven has fueled a hunger for power. I seek magical and political influence to make those who scorned me regret their decision.(Evil) |
| 6 | I reject the strict hierarchy of covens and societies, believing in a world where chaos reigns and individuals determine their own fates. (Chaotic) |
| d6 | Bond |
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| 1 | I'am bound by a solemn oath to seek revenge against those who betrayed me, bringing about their downfall. (Lawful or Chaotic) |
| 2 | I feel a kinship with others who have faced rejection and isolation, forming bonds with fellow outcasts who share my struggles. (Any) |
| 3 | My ties to my heritage compel me to uncover the secrets of my lineage and the powers it may bestow. (Any) |
| 4 | I possess a mysterious artifact from my coven, a reminder of my past and a potential source of hidden powers. |
| 5 | Despite being cast out, I maintain a connection with my hag family members, hoping to one day reunite or reconcile. |
| 6 | A supernatural entity, be it a fey patron or a dark spirit, watches over me, guiding my actions and offering cryptic advice. |
| d6 | Flaw |
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| 1 | Betrayed by my own kind, I struggle to trust others and often suspect ulterior motives, even when they may not exist. |
| 2 | The influence of my hag bloodline occasionally leads me to embrace darker, more malevolent urges. |
| 3 | Nightmares and haunting memories from my time with the coven plague my sleep, affecting my mental well-being. |
| 4 | My unsettling presence and hag lineage make others wary, causing frequent misunderstandings and prejudice. |
| 5 | I guard my past with an almost obsessive determination, going to great lengths to keep my true identity hidden. |
| 6 | Fearing rejection, I have developed a habit of weaving intricate webs of deception, making it difficult for others to know the real me. |
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