Infernal Scholar

You have walked the perilous path of understanding and combating demonic forces. Whether driven by a thirst for forbidden knowledge or a desire to protect the innocent from otherworldly horrors, you have spent years studying the dark arts of demonology. Your journey has left you scarred, both physically and mentally, and echoes of your past misdeeds or associations with malevolent beings still haunt you. Despite this, you have resolved to use your knowledge for a greater good, seeking redemption and a way to protect others from the darkness you once courted.

Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Religion 

Tool Proficiencies: Choose one of the following artisan's tools 

Languages: Infernal

Equipment: A set of common clothes, a journal filled with notes on demonic lore, a holy symbol, a small vial of demon ichor, a ritual dagger, and a pouch containing 15 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Infernal Scholars are marked by their deep knowledge of demonic forces and the traumatic experiences that come with it. Their journey often begins with a dangerous curiosity or a tragic loss, leading them to walk the line between enlightenment and corruption. Haunted by their past and driven by a need for redemption or power, they exhibit a blend of resilience, paranoia, and a profound sense of duty. Their encounters with the supernatural leave indelible marks on their personalities, shaping them into vigilant guardians or obsessive seekers of forbidden knowledge.

d6	Personality Trait
1	I remain calm in the face of horror, for I have seen true darkness.
2	I am constantly alert, expecting danger from every shadow.
3	My past mistakes haunt me, but I strive to make amends.
4	I approach every challenge with meticulous planning and research.
5	I keep my emotions tightly controlled, fearing that any lapse might invite darkness.
6	I am driven to uncover hidden truths, regardless of the personal cost.

d6	Ideal
1	Redemption. I seek to atone for my past by protecting others from evil. (Good)
2	Knowledge. Understanding the darkness is the key to defeating it. (Neutral)
3	Vigilance. I will not let others fall into the traps I once did. (Lawful)
4	Power. The power I gain from my studies will be used to enforce my will. (Evil)
5	Sacrifice. I am willing to endure any hardship to keep others safe. (Good)
6	Freedom. I believe that breaking the chains of oppression, both mortal and supernatural, is worth any cost. (Chaotic)

d6	Bond
1	A loved one was lost to demonic influence; I must prevent others from suffering the same fate.
2	I have a mentor who guided me out of the darkness, and I owe them my life.
3	A tome of forbidden knowledge was stolen from me, and I must retrieve it.
4	My old cult still seeks me, and I must stay one step ahead of them.
5	I owe my life to a demon who spared me for reasons I don't understand.
6	I am determined to destroy a particular demon that has eluded me for years.

d6	Flaw
1	I am paranoid, always expecting betrayal or danger.
2	My obsession with demonic lore sometimes clouds my judgment.
3	I struggle with nightmares and visions of the horrors I've seen.
4	I am secretive about my past, fearing judgment and distrust.
5	I am quick to anger when confronted with my old life.
6	I am reckless in my pursuit of knowledge, often taking unnecessary risks.