Pariah Progeny

Growing up in the heart of an untamed wilderness, you learned the art of survival from a family who thrived in isolation. Whether it was deep within a dense forest, atop a remote mountain, or within the desolation of a desert, your family lived in seclusion, sustaining themselves through sheer resilience and resourcefulness.

Skill Proficiencies: Survival, Nature

Tool Proficiencies: Herbalism Kit

Languages: Choose one language.

Equipment: A set of traveler's clothes, an explorer's pack, an herbalism kit, a token to remember your family by, and 5gp.

Suggested Characteristics

From persecution to protecting a profound secret, the reasons for your family's isolation are diverse. These experiences, whether willingly embraced or grudgingly accepted, have deeply influenced your character's worldview, skills, and desires, defining their stance towards seclusion and the eventual breaking of solitude.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I possess a curiosity about the world beyond my secluded upbringing
2	I tend to be cautious in forming quick bonds, preferring small trusted circles.
3	My parents revere memories of their old life, and I am eager to share their tales.
4	I am fiercely loyal to those I trust, and will go to great lengths to protect them.
5	I’m oblivious to etiquette and social expectations.
6	My opinions were formed in an echo chamber of my parents' beliefs.
7	I am confident in my own abilities as an individual, and know my limits well.
8	I am skilled at making the most of limited resources, and do not need much to be satisfied.

d6	Ideal
1	Redemption. I aim to redeem my family's legacy. I'll strive to prove our worth by aiding those in need and earning the trust of a world we shunned. (Good)
2	Domination. Through isolation I learned only the strong survive. I'll amass power by any means necessary to ensure my superiority. (Evil)
3	Order. Nature taught me the importance of equilibrium. I'll work to restore balance where chaos reigns and seek harmony in all things. (Lawful)
4	Freedom. I believe in everyone's right to live free from tyranny. I'll fight against any force that seeks control. (Chaotic)
5	Survival. In this harsh world, only the strong endure. I'll do whatever it takes to ensure the safety of my kin, even if it demands sacrifice. (Neutral)
6	Unity. My family taught me the value of cooperation. I will strive to build alliances believing that together, we can overcome any challenge. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	I aspire to reintegrate into society after years of isolation. I seek acceptance and connection with people.
2	I feel a duty to aid others facing similar solitude. I offer guidance and support to those isolated or ostracized.
3	My family is still in seclusion, and I am committed to ensuring their well-being. Everything I do is to secure a better future for them.
4	I am entrusted with a significant secret or power. I must protect this secret, ensuring it remains hidden from those who seek it.
5	I have conflicting loyalties between my family and the outside world, leaving me torn between two lives.
6	I was aided by someone in tough times. I am indebted to them and strive to repay their kindness.

d6	Flaw
1	I am ill-equipped to navigate social interactions, leading to discomfort in social settings.
2	I have an ingrained distrust of strangers, making it challenging to form new relationships.
3	I am rigid in my beliefs, making it hard to understand viewpoints that contradict what I learned from my family.
4	I find it challenging to follow the rules of others, often rebelling against authority or perceived control.
5	The desire to protect others can lead to an overbearing nature that stifles the autonomy of those I care for.
6	I can cling to old habits and traditions, finding it challenging to remain open-minded.