You have seen that even the most thriving kingdoms can turn into hellish tyrannies, you have seen heroes rise up and win only for another tyranny to rise in the fallen kingdoms place, you have decided that order is no longer an option, and that anarchism is the best way to get there. You realized a long time ago that you wont be a hero, you wont die in battle, you will destroy as much as you can, for chaos, is the only true answer. A life-changing event in your past left you distrustful of governments and groups that adhere to a strict hierarchical organization. You either keep to yourself, or gravitate to groups that stick to an egalitarian, loosely organized affiliation.
- Skill Proficiencies: You gain proficiency in Persuasion and one skill of your choice.
- Tool Proficiencies: You gain proficiency in one tool of your choice.
- Languages: Choose any one language.
- Equipment: The tool of your choice, a crowbar, a grappling hook, 3 flasks of oil, a crowbar, a tinderbox, 3 glass bottles, a set of traveler’s clothes, some scraps of cloth and a pouch containing 10 gp.
What led to your disillusionment with government? You might have been a member of a noble family who became disgusted with social inequality. Or, you may have been a commoner your entire life and have had enough of class division and the privilege held by just a few. You can work with your DM to determine the exact nature of your awakening, or you can choose or roll on the table below to determine the reason behind your newfound political ideals
| d4 | Reasoning |
|---|---|
| 1 | You were a noble who gave up everything. |
| 2 | You've been a commoner your entire life. |
| 3 | You were once a member of a cell that carried out violent attacks on a government. |
| 4 | You are a member of a secret underground cell trying to bring down a government. |
Since you have been marked as a heretic and criminal in several places, you feel at home in a dangerous village, where most commoners would be rejected by these thieves and bandits, they accept you with open arms, you can rest easy within their communities, and sleep safely and soundly.
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I don't care whether you are the kindest leader or the worst, you're going down. |
| 2 | If someone is in trouble, I’m always ready to lend a hand. |
| 3 | I only help myself, everyone else can go screw themselves. |
| 4 | I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments. |
| 5 | I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others. |
| 6 | Destiny is for those looking to have a purpose, I already know mine. |
| 7 | When I get an idea, I am single-minded in its execution—even if it's a terrible idea. |
| 8 | I've been wronged my entire life, and the world owes me. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Love, I have love for all people, that is why I must save them. (Good) |
| 2 | We need to remove evil in order to create a better future, no matter the cost. (Good) |
| 3 | Freedom. Tyrants must not be allowed to oppress the people. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Might. If I become strong, I can destroy everything, and set the world on the course I wish. (Evil) |
| 5 | Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not. (Neutral) |
| 6 | I know my path, I wish to walk it, no matter the consequences. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have a family, but I have no idea where they are. One day, I hope to see them again. |
| 2 | I shall destroy the people who tried to hurt my loved ones. |
| 3 | A corrupt noble once gave me a horrible beating, and I will take my revenge on any bully I encounter. |
| 4 | My ideals are those of a flawed childhood, and i will keep them as close as my dead friends. |
| 5 | I protect those who cannot protect themselves. |
| 6 | I wish my childhood sweetheart had come with me to pursue my destiny. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | The tyrant who rules my land will stop at nothing to see me killed. |
| 2 | I’m convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure. |
| 3 | The people who knew me when I was young hate me for what I have done, so I can never go home again. |
| 4 | I have a weakness for the vices of the city, especially hard drink. |
| 5 | Secretly, I believe that things would be better if everyone was dead. |
| 6 | I have trouble trusting in my allies. |
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