Investigator's Assistant

You spent years as the right hand to a skilled investigator, learning the trade of uncovering secrets and solving mysteries. Whether you were an apprentice, a partner, or a valued assistant, you honed your skills in observation, deduction, and dealing with the criminal underworld. The streets, alleys, and backrooms of your city became your second home, and you developed a network of informants and contacts that provide you with invaluable information.

Skill Proficiencies: Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Investigation

Tool Proficiencies: Tool Proficiencies: Thieves' tools, one type of gaming set

Languages: Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: Equipment: A set of common clothes, a trenchcoat, a notebook and pen, a set of thieves' tools, a gaming set, and a pouch containing 15 gold pieces

Suggested Characteristics

Investigators' assistants are often observant and meticulous individuals who have learned to navigate the murky waters of the criminal world. They are adept at reading people and situations, noticing details that others might miss, and piecing together clues to form a coherent picture. Their experiences have made them wary and somewhat cynical, but they are driven by a strong sense of justice and loyalty to those they care about.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I am always calm, no matter the situation. I never let my emotions control me.
2	I am incredibly slow to trust. Those who seem the fairest often have the most to hide.
3	I am meticulous and detail-oriented, often to the point of obsession.
4	I have a dry, sarcastic sense of humor that helps me cope with the darkness around me.
5	I tend to see the worst in people, but I’m pleasantly surprised when they prove me wrong.
6	I am fiercely independent and prefer to rely on my own skills and instincts.
7	I have a knack for reading body language and can usually tell when someone is lying.
8	I am driven by a need to understand and solve puzzles, no matter how difficult.

d6	Ideal
1	Justice. I am committed to finding out the truth and bringing wrongdoers to justice, no matter the personal cost. (Lawful)
2	Knowledge. The path to power and self-improvement is through knowledge and the uncovering of secrets. (Neutral)
3	Determination. No matter how tough the case, I will see it through to the end. (Neutral)
4	Integrity. I believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. (Good)
5	Compassion. I seek to help those who cannot help themselves. (Good)
6	Pragmatism. Sometimes, you have to bend the rules to get the job done. (Chaotic)

d6	Bond
1	I will do anything to protect my informants, who have provided me with invaluable assistance over the years.
2	My former partner was killed under mysterious circumstances, and I am driven to uncover the truth behind their death.
3	I have a memento from my partner, which I always keep with me for inspiration and comfort.
4	The city where I worked is my home, and I will defend it from corruption and crime.
5	I am determined to bring down a powerful criminal organization that has eluded justice for years.
6	I owe a debt of gratitude to a mentor who taught me everything I know about investigation.

d8	Flaw
1	I have a weakness for the vices of the city, especially hard drink.
2	I am overly suspicious of everyone, and it's hard for me to accept help or trust others' motives.
3	I can become so focused on a case that I neglect my own well-being and relationships.
4	I have a tendency to be overly critical and harsh, both on myself and others.
5	I am haunted by the mistakes I’ve made in the past and have trouble letting go.
6	I am prone to bouts of intense paranoia, seeing threats where there may be none.
7	I often struggle with feelings of inadequacy, believing I’ll never live up to my mentor’s legacy.
8	My desire for justice can sometimes blind me to the nuances of a situation, leading to hasty decisions.