You've spent your life wandering from place to place, ever traveling. In search of something, perhaps? Maybe just to see the world? Truth is, nobody who has met you really knows, and there's a good chance you might not even know, yourself. The wayward wanderer is an ever-moving enigma in the world, appearing in peoples' lives and disappearing suddenly, and often without warning. In their travels, they've become quite accustomed to meeting and leaving groups, traveling to and from places most couldn't dream of, and seeing or taking part in events that bards could write about.

Skill Proficiencies: Investigation and Survival

Tool Proficiencies: Any two tools of your choosing.

Languages: Any two languages of your choosing.

Equipment: A scroll case containing a map of the region and some notes you've made on places you've visited, a winter blanket, a set of common clothes, a set of traveler's clothes, a tent, a bedroll, a set of tools with which you are proficient, a walking stick, a backpack, 50 feet of rope, a spyglass, 5 sheets of paper, 5 pieces of chalk or an ink pen and a bottle of ink, a small knife, a simple weapon with which you are proficient, and 5 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Wayward Wanderers have seen enough places and heard enough tales of those they haven't been to for a lifetime, and plan to keep seeing more. They will move from place to place, following any stories that intrigue them to new destinations. Their motivations for this are what define their characteristics.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I'm always polite and courteous. I try to adhere to local customs wherever I go.
2	I am generally unphased by monsters and natural disasters. I've seen worse.
3	I know I'm a transient face in the lives of those I meet, so I don't tend to worry about making a lasting impression or deep connections.
4	I feel tremendous empathy for all who suffer.
5	I’ve picked up a large number of customs and mannerisms in my travels, and have adopted many of them in my daily life. Many consider them odd or unusual in places I visit.
6	I am always up for a new adventure. Any chance to explore further, deeper, or just more is a welcome one.
7	I use words from many languages in conversations, sometimes forgetting the appropriate words in the language I'm having the conversation in.
8	I always want to learn more about the places I travel to and the people living in them, and am happy to share anything I've learned with anyone that shows interest.

d6	Ideal
1	Benevolence. I've acquired much in my travels, so I try to use what I have to help those I meet. (Good)
2	Compliance. In my travels, I've learned many customs and laws, and always try to uphold those of the places I visit. (Lawful)
3	Transience. Getting too involved or tied to a place or to people will only serve to cage me and stop my travels. (Chaotic)
4	Wealth. Long forgotten and secluded places are often filled with treasures that I wish to possess. (Evil)
5	Exploration. I travel to travel, I just want to explore the world. (Neutral)
6	Wonder. There is always a new adventure to be made, and I want to experience every amazing place and event I can. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	I've made countless acquaintances and friends in my journeys. Anyplace I've been, there's someone I know that I wouldn't mind seeing again.
2	I started my journey questing for something of importance. I make countless connections in my pursuit of it.
3	I'm still searching for meaning in my life, and that is why I wander.
4	I can't go back to where my journey started. It's either gone, or it might as well be for me.
5	There are many people who have helped me in my journeys, and I intend to repay them for it one day.
6	I have signed on with various guilds and organizations in my travels, and can pick up a job or task almost anywhere because of it.

d6	Flaw
1	I'm more interested in finding things of value than making friends. I'm always looking for ways to profit from my travels.
2	I wander because I'm still wanted where I'm from. I have many unscrupulous talents that are hard to resist using to make my life easier.
3	Don't tell me the risks, I will go on an adventure just to experience the thrill of it, no matter the peril I might face.
4	I'm bad at managing money, and constantly find my coin purse lacking when I arrive in new places.
5	I'm not terribly friendly with people, since I never stick around for long.
6	I am reluctant to share what I've learned or gained in my travels, for they are my treasures and I am the one who earned them.