You have witnessed the horrors of war, not just on the battlefield but in the dark corners of your mind. as a soldier, you were trained for combat, disciplined and ready to face any enemy. Yet, amidst the chaos and bloodshed, you encountered something far more sinister. Supernatural forces, malevolent spirits, or a dreadful curse now haunt your every step. The memories of fallen comrades and the terror you faced in those bleak moments cling to you, shaping your actions and haunting your dreams.
- Skill Proficiencies: Choose three from among Arcana, Investigation, Religion, Survival, Athletics, Intimidation
- Tool Proficiencies: Vehicles (Land)
- Languages: Choose two, one of which must be Abyssal, Celestial, Deep Speech, Draconic, Infernal, Primordial, Sylvan, or Undercommon
- Equipment: One trinket of special significance (choose one or roll on the Horror Trinkets table), a set of common clothes, a silver coin, a trophy taken from a fallen enemy (a dagger, broken blade, or piece of a banner)
As a haunted Soldier, you have faced not only the horrors of war but also supernatural terrors that have left an indelible mark on your soul. The table below provides specific experiences and encounters from your past that continue to influence your actions and haunt your dreams. Roll on this table to determine the nature of the horror that haunts you.
| d8 | Shadows of the Battlefield |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ghostly Comrade: A fallen friend or ally appears to you in visions, offering cryptic warnings or guidance. |
| 2 | Cursed Weapon: You wield a weapon that was once owned by a cursed warrior, and it occasionally whispers malevolent thoughts. |
| 3 | Spectral Battlefield: You sometimes see the battlefield as it was during a particularly bloody conflict, complete with the ghosts of the fallen. |
| 4 | Demon's Mark: During a battle you encountered a demon that marked you with a symbol, leaving a permanent scar that occasionally burns with dark energy. |
| 5 | Nightmare Plague: Your dreams are plagued by recurring nightmares of a monstrous entity that you once encountered in the midst of battle. |
| 6 | Undead Encounter: You fought against undead soldiers, and one of them cursed you with their dying breath. |
| 7 | Whispering Shadows: Dark shadows whisper to you, sometimes revealing hidden truths, other times driving you to the brink of madness. |
| 8 | Lost Love: The spirit of a loved one who died in the war follows you, seeking closure or vengeance. |
Your experiences on the battlefield have forged a unique resilience within you, allowing you to confront both physical and supernatural threats with unyielding determination. Your haunted past has granted you insights into the world of spirits and the ability to resist their influence.
Haunted Insight: You have advantage on saving throws against being frightened or charmed by undead creatures or other supernatural entities.
Haunted Vigilance: When you finish a long rest, you can choose one type of creature (undead, fiends, aberrations, ect.). Until you finish your next long rest, you and friendly creatures within 30 feet of you have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) and Intelligence (Investigation) checks to detect or uncover the presence of creatures of the chosen type.
Suggested Characteristics
Haunted Soldiers are shaped by the harrowing experiences and in encounters with the supernatural. These experiences influence their behavior, beliefs, and interactions with others.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I face danger head-on, as I've seen worse than most can imagine. |
| 2 | I am always on alert, expecting trouble to emerge from the shadows. |
| 3 | I often speak in a hushed tone, wary of drawing the attention of unseen entities. |
| 4 | I maintain a strict regimen to keep my mind and body prepared for any threat. |
| 5 | I don’t talk about the thing that torments me. I’d rather not burden others with my curse. |
| 6 | I am haunted by memories of the past and often seem distant or preoccupied. |
| 7 | I carry small tokens or charms to ward off evil spirits and bring me peace. |
| 8 | I am quick to help those in need, hoping to prevent others from experiencing my fate. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Protection: I will do whatever it takes to keep others safe from the horrors that haunt me. (Good) |
| 2 | Duty: My service never ends; i must fight against the darkness wherever it lurks. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Vengeance: I seek to destroy the supernatural forces that have tormented me. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Survival: I will do anything to survive, even if it means sacrificing others. (Neutral) |
| 5 | Redemption: I strive to atone for the things i did-or failed to do-during the war. (Any) |
| 6 | Knowledge: Understanding the supernatural is the key to defeating it. (Neutral) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I made a vow to a fellow comrade to protect their family from harm. |
| 2 | A supernatural entity has taken an interest in me, and I am determined to uncover why. |
| 3 | I must find a way to lift the curse that haunts me, for my own sake and for those I care about. |
| 4 | I am searching for the one responsible for the horrors I faced, seeking justice or revenge. |
| 5 | I am devoted to a sacred order or group dedicated to fighting supernatural threats. |
| 6 | I owe my life to a fellow soldier who saved me from a terrible fate. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am deeply paranoid and trust few people, fearing betrayal or worse. |
| 2 | I have a tendency to become aggressive or violent when I feel threatened. |
| 3 | I am prone to bouts of deep melancholy or anxiety due to my haunting experiences. |
| 4 | I am obsessed with rituals and superstitions that I believe protect me from harm. |
| 5 | I sometimes struggle to distinguish reality from the haunting visions I see. |
| 6 | I am haunted by survivor's guilt and often take unnecessary risks to atone for my perceived failures. |
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