You were once a part of a dark cult, and as a child in used in a ritual that bound you to a being of death itself. Instead of succumbing to the darkness, you managed to escape the cult during early teenhood with the help of Death, and now the entity that spared you serves as your mysterious patron. Death now guides you in achieving your goals, communicating through whispers that echo in your dreams. You walk the thin line between life and death, harnessing the powers bestowed upon you by your otherworldly connection.
- Skill Proficiencies: You gain proficiency in Religion and Intimidation.
- Tool Proficiencies: You gain proficiency with the Herbalism Kit, reflecting your understanding of the balance between life and death.
- Languages: You can speak, read, and write Common and one additional language of your choice.
- Equipment: You start with a set of dark-colored hooded robes, a small knife, a trinket from your past life in the cult, a pouch containing 10 gold pieces, and the Herbalism Kit.
Whispers of the Beyond
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Whispers of the Beyond |
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1
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A cryptic message about a person you are destined to meet.
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2
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An unsettling dream revealing a hidden location with unknown significance.
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3
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A haunting vision of an event that will shape your future.
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4
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A mysterious symbol that appears briefly on your skin after a night's rest.
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5
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A chilling warning about a looming danger that awaits you.
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6
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An enigmatic riddle guiding you towards an unknown goal.
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Feature: Guidance of the Reaper
Death watches over you, offering guidance through subtle whispers in your dreams. When you take a long rest, you can seek advice or ask a question related to your goals or current challenges.
Roll a d6; on a result of 4-6, Death (your DM/GM) gives you useful information or cryptic clues to aid you.
Suggested Characteristics
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I often contemplate the nature of life and death, making me appear distant.
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2
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I speak in cryptic language and enjoy leaving others puzzled.
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3
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I have a morbid sense of humor that others may find unsettling.
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4
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I am calm in the face of danger, as I believe death is an inevitable part of existence.
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5
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I find solace in the quiet moments, often reflecting on the fragility of life.
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6
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I am drawn to the macabre and find beauty in the darker aspects of the world.
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Ideal |
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1
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I strive to protect others from premature death. (Good)
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2
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I seek to wield the power of death to control and dominate. (Evil)
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3
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Death is a natural part of existence, and I embrace it without fear. (Neutral)
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4
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I believe in a balance between life and death, maintaining order. (Lawful)
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5
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I use my powers to bring peace to the souls trapped in the afterlife. (Good)
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6
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I revel in the unpredictability of death and chaos it brings. (Chaos)
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Bond |
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1
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I am determined to uncover the mysteries of the cult that once bound me.
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2
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I seek redemption for the lives lost in the name of my former cult.
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3
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I feel a deep connection to Death and strive to serve its will faithfully.
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4
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I carry a token from my past, a reminder of the sacrifice that spared me.
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5
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I am haunted by visions of a dark prophecy and am determined to prevent it.
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6
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I am drawn to others who share a connection with the supernatural.
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Flaw |
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1
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I am often distant and detached, finding it challenging to form deep connections.
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2
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I am paranoid that Death will one day turn against me.
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3
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I have an insatiable curiosity about death that may lead me into dangerous situations.
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4
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I struggle with accepting the finality of death and constantly seek ways to evade it.
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5
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I am haunted by guilt over the lives lost due to my escape from the cult.
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6
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I am tempted by the lure of dark powers and am willing to risk everything to attain more.
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