Gambling Dens, Taverns, Clubs, and wherever less-scrupulous types like to hang out, there's one form of hired muscle that can guard a door and escort people in and out: the Bouncer. You've learned the value of reading a room, and also the threat of violence. You've probably made friends with your coworkers, alongside valued customers, but have made enemies with some troublesome individuals.
- Skill Proficiencies: two from the following; Athletics, Insight, Perception, Intimidation, Persuasion
- Tool Proficiencies: Choose one gaming set
- Languages: Any one of your choice
- Equipment: One gaming set, a pair of brass knuckles, a set of common clothes, and a belt pouch containing 15 gp, a guest list containing the names of patrons
Feature: Read the Room
When it comes to seedy places, you've learned to never let your guard down. You've honed your body and your senses by spotting problems before they begin, and occasionally ending them before they've gone too far. At the DM's discretion, you have advantage on Skill Checks related to Athletics, Perception, Insight, Intimidation, and Persuasion, while inside or near Bars, Taverns, Gambling Houses, and similar places of ill-repute.
Suggested Characteristics
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I keep an eye on everything! Never let your guard down.
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2
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Most social problems can be solved with threats.
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3
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I make the right calls, I know my friends & my employers have my back.
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4
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I've retired from guarding doors. Too much violence.
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5
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Be careful. One wrong choice and you can ruin your life.
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6
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I can’t be sure who I’ve tossed out, beaten up, or defeated, so I keep a low profile in public.
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7
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I love a good fight.
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8
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I know all the best spots to get cheap drinks and find good company.
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Ideal |
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1
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Vigilance. Keeping a watchful eye means keeping the upper hand. (Any)
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2
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Order. I'm the only one capable keeping these lowlifes in line. (Lawful)
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3
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Reckless. Sometimes my hand slips, and I get in a better hit than even I was expecting. (Chaotic)
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4
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Action. I see a problem, and I want to intervene. (Any)
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5
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Safety. I offer protection. I want to be the one others rely on. (Good)
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6
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Sadist. I just like beating people up. (Evil)
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Bond |
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1
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I have a friend who's a barfly, and they know all the juicy gossip around town.
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2
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I’m loyal to the customer who talked me out of a bad situation.
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3
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The person who got me this job, and off the streets, is the only reason I’m alive today.
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4
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A patron once fronted me money in exchange for free entry and repayment with interest. I owe them a debt of gratitude. And a lot of cash.
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5
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A criminal syndicate I once worked for isn’t happy I left their establishment, and its enforcers are looking for me.
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6
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I have a former work friend who's fallen on hard times. I'd do anything to help them.
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Flaw |
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1
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Violence is always the answer.
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2
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I save my sympathy for my friends, and I have no friends.
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3
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You think we’re in trouble now? I just spotted more trouble.
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4
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Something shady is going on. I want in.
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5
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Adamantine isn't as stubborn as I am.
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6
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Bullying the weak shouldn't be this easy. Or fun.
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