You are a warrior poet from one of the Uthgardt tribes of the north. You sing the songs of your ancestors so that no one forgets their deeds and share the stories of the spirits around the campfire so that the next generation might learn their wisdom. Brave, fierce, and charismatic you are the heart of the North.
- Skill Proficiencies: Intimidation, Performance
- Tool Proficiencies: One musical instrument of your choice
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: a musical instrument, a simple melee weapon decorated with trophies of your deeds, cold weather clothing
Feature: Share the Fire
In exchange for your stories and songs, you are welcome at everyone’s fire. You receive free food and lodging in exchange for your performances. It may be Modest at best, but you heroes take what is freely offered.
Suggested Characteristics
d8 |
Personality Trait |
1
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I have a story about one of my clan’s great heroes for every occasion.
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2
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I smile at everyone, looking to attract my next companion.
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3
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The strong and fit are to be admired.
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4
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The best things are said loudly.
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5
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My dress is garish so that others remember me.
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6
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Music is the shared language of the world. Share it.
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7
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I tell bold lies about places I’ve been and people I have met to sound more important.
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8
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I am easily bored.
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d6 |
Ideal |
1
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Vanity: I need to be the prettiest or strongest in the room. (Any)
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2
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Tradition: The stories of the past teach us how to live today. (Lawful)
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3
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Bold: Never shirk. Rush forward boldly. (Chaotic)
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4
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Bully: The weak deserve what they get. (Evil)
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5
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Wisdom: Teach others that they my live better lives. (Good)
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6
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Freedom: I believe in the freedom to travel and the chance to prove one’s self through deeds. (Chaotic)
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d6 |
Bond |
1
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I try to live up to the examples of the heroes of legend.
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2
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If my fame grows, the gods will favor me.
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3
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I am hunting for another skald that stole my masterpiece and claims it to be their own.
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4
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I come from a long line of famous warriors and hope to do right by their memory.
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5
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My honor is my law.
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6
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My weapon has been passed to me from my ancestors and I add my deeds to their saga.
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d6 |
Flaw |
1
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I am a sucker for a pretty face.
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2
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I eat and drink to excess.
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3
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If I can intimidate someone in doing what I want, I will.
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4
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A Jarl is hunting for me after I insulted their spouse.
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5
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You can’t rely on me.
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6
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I can’t do anything quietly. I need to be the center of attention.
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