You once belonged to the secretive and illustrious organization known as the Harpers, dedicated to promoting fairness and equality, thwarting tyrants, and rooting out corruption. However, your path diverged from theirs, whether due to a pursuit of darker ambitions, ideological conflicts, or simply a desire for independence.
- Skill Proficiencies: Stealth, Investigation
- Tool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, one musical instrument of your choice, and Thieves' tools
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: A set of traveler's clothes, a disguise kit, a pin of the Harpers, one musical instrument of your choice, and a purse containing 15 gp
Feature: Former Connection
Even though you have left the Harpers, you retain knowledge of their methods and contacts. You can occasionally call upon your old network for information, resources, or assistance. This might involve speaking a coded phrase to a sympathetic informant, finding a safe house, or receiving intelligence about local threats. However, relying too heavily on these connections might draw unwanted attention or suspicion from current Harpers or their enemies.
Suggested Characteristics
Your experiences with the Harpers and the reasons for your departure have shaped your personality and ideals. Consider the following traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws when creating your Ex-Harper character.
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Personality Trait |
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I am always alert, watching for signs of trouble or betrayal.
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2
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I speak in coded phrases or use double meanings out of habit.
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3
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I am determined to fight injustice, even if my methods are unorthodox.
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4
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I have a deep-seated mistrust of organizations and prefer to work alone.
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5
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I am haunted by the missions I failed or the people I couldn't save.
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6
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I always carry a secret memento from my time with the Harpers.
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Ideal |
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Power. I left the Harpers to pursue greater power, by any means necessary. (Evil)
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Freedom. No organization should control my actions; I value my independence above all. (Chaotic)
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3
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Redemption: I strive to atone for past mistakes and do right by others. (Good)
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4
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Balance. I believe that good and evil are two sides of the same coin and must be maintained in equilibrium. (Neutral)
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5
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Revenge. I was wronged by the Harpers and will make them pay. (Any)
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6
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Duty. Even though I left, I still feel a sense of duty to protect the weak. (Lawful)
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Bond |
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I still care for a friend or lover who remains within the Harpers.
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2
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I seek vengeance against those who wronged me, whether they are within the Harpers or not.
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3
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I will never forget the mentor who taught me everything I know.
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4
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My Harper training still defines who I am and what I do.
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5
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I owe a debt to a former Harper ally who saved my life.
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6
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I have a personal vendetta against an enemy I made while with the Harpers.
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Flaw |
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I have a hard time trusting anyone, even those who mean well.
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2
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I sometimes doubt my own worth and purpose, feeling lost without the Harpers.
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3
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My pursuit of power sometimes blinds me to the consequences of my actions.
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4
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I can be overly vengeful and hold grudges.
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5
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I have a hard time letting go of my Harper past and can be overly nostalgic.
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6
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My methods can be ruthless, causing others to distrust me.
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