You have lived a life of protection and seclusion, shielded from the hardships and dangers of the outside world. Whether by your family's overprotectiveness, societal status, or a physical barrier, you have been kept away from many common experiences. Now, as you venture into the world, you bring with you an innocence and naivety, coupled with a strong sense of curiosity and a desire to understand the broader world.
- Skill Proficiencies: Perception, Survival
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of musical instrument
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: A set of common clothes, a keepsake from your sheltered life (such as a locket, a letter, or a book), a small bag of mementos (worth 10 gp), a musical instrument (one of your choice), and a belt pouch containing 15 gp.
Feature: Sheltered Upbringing
Your sheltered upbringing has granted you an air of innocence and trustworthiness. People tend to see you as non-threatening and are often more inclined to help or protect you. You can usually secure free room and board at a modest dwelling (like a temple, monastery, or home) as long as you reveal your sheltered background. Additionally, you can always find someone willing to explain things to you, teach you, or guide you, given your evident lack of worldly experience.
Suggested Characteristics
A character with a sheltered background often displays a mix of innocence, curiosity, and naivety. Their sheltered upbringing may lead to a strong moral compass or a skewed perception of the world. While they might be seen as trusting and polite, they can also be perceived as gullible or overly dependent on others. These characteristics reflect their unique experiences and shape how they interact with the wider world.
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Personality Trait |
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I am curious about everything and ask a lot of questions.
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2
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I am uncomfortable in large crowds and prefer small, quiet settings.
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3
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I trust people easily, sometimes to my detriment.
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4
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I am polite and soft-spoken, always seeking to avoid conflict.
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5
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I am amazed by the simplest things, like a child seeing them for the first time.
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6
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I tend to take people at their word and believe in the goodness of others.
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7
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I am eager to learn and absorb new knowledge.
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8
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I am somewhat gullible and can be easily misled.
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Ideal |
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1
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Curiosity. The world is full of wonders, and I must experience them all. (Chaotic)
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2
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Protection. I must keep others from facing the dangers I was spared from. (Good)
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3
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Knowledge. Understanding the world is the key to bettering oneself. (Neutral)
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4
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Power. I have been sheltered for too long; now, I will take control and impose my will. (Evil)
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5
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Adaptability. One must be able to adjust and thrive no matter the circumstances. (Any)
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6
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Tradition. The old ways and customs must be preserved and respected. (Lawful)
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Bond |
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1
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I must return to my family and share with them the wonders I have seen.
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2
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I seek to find the true reason why I was kept sheltered my whole life.
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3
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I have a mentor or teacher who guided me during my sheltered life, and now I must follow in their footsteps.
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4
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I am determined to prove myself capable and independent.
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5
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I have a precious keepsake from my sheltered life that I will protect at all costs.
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6
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I owe my life to those who sheltered me and will do anything to protect them.
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Flaw |
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1
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I am naive and easily deceived.
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2
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I am overly dependent on others for guidance and protection.
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3
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I struggle to understand the harsher realities of the world.
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4
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I can be overly trusting and forgiving, even to those who don't deserve it.
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5
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I panic in unfamiliar or chaotic situations.
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6
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I have a deep-seated fear of losing my protected status and facing the world alone.
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