Sellsword

You have lived by the edge of your blade, hiring out your skills as a mercenary or sellsword to the highest bidder. Whether driven by coin, revenge, or wanderlust, you have walked a path bathed in blood and gold. Your experiences on battlefields and in shadowed alleys have shaped you into a capable warrior and a shrewd negotiator.

Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Intimidation

Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set or one musical instrument

Equipment: A set of traveler's clothes, a dagger, a token of your most recent contract (such as a sealed letter or a piece of insignia), a gaming set or musical instrument of your choice and a belt pouch containing 15 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

Sell-swords come from diverse backgrounds and motivations. Use the following tables to determine your personality traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws.

d8	Personality Trait
1	Bold: You face danger head-on, never backing down from a challenge.
2	Cynical: You've seen the worst of people and expect betrayal or selfishness in others.
3	Resourceful: You can make the best of any situation, finding solutions where others see only problems.
4	Skeptical: You question motives and intentions, always looking for hidden agendas.
5	Charismatic: Your time dealing with clients and employers has honed your social skills, making you charming and persuasive.
6	Honor-bound: Despite your mercenary life, you adhere to a personal code of honor or loyalty.
7	Adaptable: You can quickly adjust to new environments and situations, making the best of ever-changing circumstances.
8	Sarcastic: Your sharp wit and biting humor often come out in the form of sarcastic remarks, especially in tense or stressful situations.

d6	Ideal
1	Freedom: You value your independence above all else and despise those who seek to control or manipulate others. (Chaotic)
2	Wealth: You are driven by the pursuit of riches and will do whatever it takes to amass a fortune. (Neutral)
3	Justice: You believe in righting wrongs and protecting the innocent, even if it means taking on dangerous missions. (Lawful)
4	Power: You seek to rise to the top, gaining influence and authority through your actions and connections. (Evil)
5	Adventure: You live for the thrill of new experiences, always seeking the next challenge or conquest. (Good)
6	Survival: In a harsh world, only the strong survive, and you will do whatever it takes to stay alive. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	Company Loyalty: You have a deep bond with your former mercenary company or comrades, and you would do anything to protect them.
2	Debts to Repay: You owe a significant debt to someone or some organization, and it drives many of your decisions.
3	Seeking Redemption: You are trying to atone for past sins or mistakes through your actions as a sell-sword.
4	Family Ties: Despite your dangerous life, you have loved ones or family members whom you care deeply about.
5	Personal Vendetta: You seek revenge against a specific individual or group for past wrongs.
6	Quest for Knowledge: You are on a personal quest to uncover hidden truths or ancient secrets. Flaws

d6	Flaw
1	Reckless: You often act without thinking of the consequences, leading to dangerous situations.
2	Greedy: Your desire for wealth and riches can blind you to other important considerations.
3	Vengeful: You hold grudges and have difficulty forgiving those who wrong you or your allies.
4	Paranoid: Years of betrayal and deceit have made you suspicious of everyone's intentions, even allies.
5	Addicted to Risk: You thrive on danger and excitement, often seeking out perilous situations for the thrill.
6	Haunted: Past traumas or experiences weigh heavily on your mind, affecting your actions and decisions.