You have spent years serving in a town or city guard,maintaining the peace and protecting the citizens fromthreats both within and outside the town borders. Yourdays were filled with routine patrols, investigations, andthe occasional adrenaline-filled confrontations. Theexperience has left you with a keen sense of danger, anauthoritative presence, and an intimate understandingof the law.
- Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Intimidation
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, vechicles (land)
- Languages: Once of your choice
- Equipment: A uniform of your unit (common clothes
with badges or unsignia), a horn or whistle for
signaling, manacles, a pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Always on Duty
As a member of the town guard, you have a network ofcontacts and allies within the guard and local militia,and you know the protocols for getting assistance iftrouble arises. You’re treated with respect by law-abiding citizens and can easily access secure areas orreceive assistance from other guards if necessary.
Suggested Characteristics
Town Guards are typically vigilant, loyal, and somewhatskeptical, traits necessary for maintaining order andprotecting their community. They value the rule of lawand are often more comfortable within the structuredenvironment of their unit or within town limits.
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Personality Trait |
1
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I always remain calm, even in the most stressful situations.It’s part of the job.
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2
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I’m always sizing up the situation, looking for potentialtrouble.
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3
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I take great pride in my town, and I strive to represent itwell.
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4
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I’m a natural mediator and often find myself settingdisputes.
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5
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I follow orders, but I’m not afraid to break protocol if Ibelieve it’s necessary.
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6
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I have a strong sense of duty, and I’m very serious aboutprotecting and serving.
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7
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I enjoy the authority that comes with my position, perhaps abit too much.
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8
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I have a dream of forming an elite unit dedicated to justice,one that will become the stuff of legends.
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Ideal |
1
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Justice. Fairness and justice must prevail, and I work touphold these values in everything I do.
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2
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Protection. My primary duty is to protect the innocent, evenat the cost of my own life.
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3
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Order. Life is chaotic enough; maintaining order is essentialfor society’s survival.
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4
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Authority. Rules and regulations exist for a reason, andensuring they are upheld is of utmost importance.
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5
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Greater Good. My actions are guiaded by what will bring thegreatest benefit to the most people.
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6
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Aspiration. I aim to be a beacon of hope and strength,inspiring others to act justly.
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Bond |
1
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My fellow guards are like family to me; I would do anythingfor them.
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2
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I once failed to protect someone I cared about, and I carrythat guild with me.
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3
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I have great respect for the law, but my loyalty to my friendsand loved ones comes first.
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4
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I am in love with my town; its streets, buildings, and peopleare all precious to me.
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5
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I uncovered corruption within the guard, amd I’mdetermined to root it out.
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6
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I aspire to lead the guard one day, reforming it into a forceof unparalleled integrity and courage.
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Flaw |
1
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I secretly fear that I don’t have what it takes to handle the real threats.
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2
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I’m haunted by a mistake I made in the past that had dire consequences.
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3
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I’m quick to judge and slow to trust, especially when it comes to outsiders.
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4
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I believe that a show of force is the best mediator in any situation.
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5
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I have little respect for civilians who try to interfere with law enforcement.
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6
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I’m obsessed with one particular case or type of crime, often ignoring other responsibilities to persue it.
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