You hail from the deep, interconnected burrows of the Hamstara, a race known for their communal living and hoarding instincts. Your life began in the heart of a bustling Hamstarium, surrounded by family and friends. From a young age, you were taught the value of collection and storage, preparing for the scarcity that never came. Your people’s love for shiny objects and trinkets was matched only by their passion for sharing stories and laughter.

 

Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan’s tools of choice

Languages: One additional of your choice

Equipment: A small knife, a map of the nearest town, a pet mouse, a set of traveler’s clothes, a trinket from your hoard, and a pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

d8	Personality Trait
1	I have a joke for every occasion, especially occasions where humor is inappropriate.
2	My friends know they can rely on me, no matter what.
3	I pocket anything I see that might have some value.
4	I’m always polite and respectful.
5	I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind.
6	I’ve lost too many friends, and I’m slow to make new ones.
7	I’m full of witty aphorisms and have a proverb for every occasion.
8	I’m rude to people who lack my commitment to hard work and fair play.

d6	Ideal
1	Community: It’s the duty of all civilized beings to strengthen the bonds of community and the security of civilization. (Lawful)
2	Generosity: My talents were given to me so that I could use them to benefit the world. (Good)
3	Freedom: Everyone should be free to pursue his or her livelihood. (Chaotic)
4	Greed. I’m only in it for the money and fame. (Evil)
5	People. I’m committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral)
6	Aspiration: I work hard to be the best there is at my craft. (Any)

d6	Bond
1	The workshop where I learned my trade is the most important place in the world to me.
2	I created a great work for someone, and then found them unworthy to receive it. I’m still looking for someone worthy.
3	I owe my guild a great debt for forging me into the person I am today.
4	I pursue wealth to secure someone’s love.
5	One day I will return to my guild and prove that I am the greatest artisan of them all.
6	I will get revenge on the evil forces that destroyed my place of business and ruined my livelihood.

d6	Flaw
1	I’ll do anything to get my hands on something rare or priceless.
2	I’m quick to assume that someone is trying to cheat me.
3	No one must ever learn that I once stole money from guild coffers.
4	I’m never satisfied with what I have—I always want more.
5	I would kill to acquire a noble title.
6	I’m horribly jealous of anyone who can outshine my handiwork. Everywhere I go, I’m surrounded by rivals.