Vengeful Hunters are those consumed by the fires of retribution. Their past is marred by an unforgivable act that took away everything they cherished. This event has transformed them, turning their life's mission into one of unyielding revenge. Whether it's against a person, an organization, or an entire lineage, their every waking moment is dedicated to planning and exacting their vengeance. The line between justice and revenge blurs for The Vengeful, as they navigate a world that has pushed them to their limits.
- Skill Proficiencies: Intimidation, Investigation
- Tool Proficiencies: Disguise Kit
- Languages: One of your choice, representing languages learned in pursuit of your vendetta.
- Equipment: A disguise kit, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, a journal or diary, a letter (that you wrote but never sent), a pouch containing 15 gp
Tragic Event
People embark on the path of revenge for deeply personal reasons, whether it's a betrayal, a loss, or an injustice that cuts to the core. The specific tragedy that kindles the thirst for retribution shapes their resolve and haunts their every step. Reflect on that defining moment, the spark that transformed grief into a relentless pursuit of vengeance or roll on the table below.
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Tragic Event |
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Family Tragedy: Your family was taken from you under mysterious or violent circumstances, and you seek justice
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Betrayal: Someone you trusted, perhaps a close friend or mentor, turned against you, leading to a significant personal loss.
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3
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Fallen Comrade: A dear friend or loved one died by the hand of a common enemy, and you vow to avenge their death.
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4
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Destroyed Homestead: Your village or hometown was razed by a marauding force or a vile creature, leaving you as one of the sole survivors.
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5
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Framed: You were wrongly accused and punished for a crime you did not commit, and you seek to clear your name and exact revenge on the true culprit.
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6
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Cursed: You or someone close to you fell victim to a curse or a dark ritual, and the pursuit of revenge is the only way to break it.
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7
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Stolen Inheritance: A rightful inheritance, whether it be land, a title, or a significant artifact, was taken from you, and you seek to reclaim it.
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8
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Witness to Horror: You witnessed a horror that took or changed the lives of many, and you've dedicated your life to seeking retribution against those responsible.
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9
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Kidnapped or Lost Loved One: A loved one was kidnapped or went missing under sinister circumstances, driving you to embark on a quest for revenge and rescue.
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10
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Desecrated Sacred Ground: A place sacred to you or your people was desecrated, and you seek to avenge the sacrilege and restore its sanctity.
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Feature: Relentless Pursuer
Your single-minded pursuit of revenge grants you an intimidating presence that can make others more inclined to reveal information to you. Whether through veiled threats, an unsettling focus, or sheer persistence, you have a way of finding the information you need to further your quest for retribution. People are more likely to take you seriously, provide information, or think twice before crossing you, not out of respect, but from a primal recognition of your resolve. This influence can open doors, unearth secrets, and sometimes sway the balance in social encounters, as few can remain indifferent to the depth of your conviction and the shadows of your past.
Suggested Characteristics
Driven by vengeance, these individuals may appear consumed by their quest, yet they possess complex traits that hint at honor, loyalty, and a skewed sense of justice. Their characteristics reveal the depth of their resolve and the personal codes that guide their dark path.
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I keep my thoughts and plans to myself, revealing little to those I don't trust fully.
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I have a piercing gaze that seems to look right through people.
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I am relentless and single-minded in my pursuits.
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I rarely laugh or find joy in what I used to, as my mind is consumed by my mission.
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I often speak in a low, measured tone, choosing my words with care.
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I find solace in the night, using its cover for my deeds.
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7
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I tend to evaluate every situation for how it can serve my quest for vengeance.
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8
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There's a coldness in me that wasn't there before my quest began.
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Ideal |
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Retribution. An eye for an eye; a tooth for a tooth. (Any)
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Justice. I am the arbiter of my justice, as the law has failed me. (Lawful)
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Balance. I seek to restore the balance that was upset by my foes. (Neutral)
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Duty. I have a duty to those I lost to make things right. (Good)
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Freedom. Only through revenge will I find my peace and freedom. (Chaotic)
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Order. I will tear down their world, as they did mine, to establish a new order. (Lawful)
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Honor. I must uphold the honor of my name, my family, my lost ones. (Lawful Good)
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Survival. My vendetta is all I have; without it, I am nothing. (Neutral)
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Bond |
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I have nothing left but the memory of those I've lost and the rage towards those who took them from me.
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There's a cryptic clue I cling to, a piece of the puzzle in my quest for vengeance.
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I secretly yearn for someone to pull me back from the brink before I lose myself completely.
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4
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There's an ally I'm not sure I can trust fully, but our goals align... for now.
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I carry a memento from my past life, a life I can hardly remember.
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6
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I've sworn to protect someone vulnerable, seeing in them the life I could not save.
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7
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My enemy has something or someone I care about, and I must play along until I can recover it.
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8
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I occasionally receive cryptic messages guiding me towards my next target.
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Flaw |
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My need for revenge often blinds me to the collateral damage I cause.
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I struggle to trust anyone, often seeing betrayal where there is none.
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3
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My obsession with my vendetta has left me isolated and alone.
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4
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I sometimes act recklessly when I sense an opportunity for revenge.
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5
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I have a hard time feeling empathy for others, consumed as I am by my own pain and anger.
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6
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I am suspicious of kindness and often interpret it as manipulation.
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7
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I am merciless in my pursuit of vengeance, often disregarding the moral implications of my actions.
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8
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My fixation on the past prevents me from forming meaningful relationships in the present.
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