You have spent years honing your craft at the forge, turning raw metal into weapons, armor, and tools. Your skills as a blacksmith are well-respected, and you take pride in your ability to create items that are both functional and beautiful. Whether you work for a local lord, run your own smithy, or travel as an itinerant craftsman, your expertise with metal sets you apart. Your muscles bear the marks of countless hours spent hammering and shaping, and your hands are calloused from your trade. Though your work can be solitary, you understand the value of community and the importance of providing quality goods to those who need them.
- Skill Proficiencies: As a Smith, you gain proficiency in the Athletics and History skills. Your physical strength and stamina are complemented by a deep knowledge of metalworking traditions and techniques.
- Tool Proficiencies: You gain proficiency with smith’s tools, reflecting your primary expertise in metalworking. Additionally, choose one of the following sets of artisan’s tools: carpenter’s tools, glassblower’s tools, mason’s tools, or tinker’s tools. This choice represents your secondary skills and knowledge in another area of craftsmanship.
- Equipment: The Smith background grants the following equipment:
• A set of smith’s tools
• A set of common clothes
• A hammer
• A small knife
• A belt pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Master Craftsman
Your reputation as a master craftsman precedes you, granting you certain privileges and recognition within artisan communities and among those in need of your services. You can secure free lodging and basic necessities at most forges, smithies, and artisan guilds. Fellow smiths and artisans are inclined to assist you with information, materials, and other aid, provided your inquiries and needs are reasonable. Additionally, when you make an Intelligence (History) check related to the origin or crafting techniques of a metal item, you can add double your proficiency bonus to the check, instead of your normal proficiency bonus.
Suggested Characteristics
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Personality Trait |
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I have a calm and patient demeanor, which helps me stay focused during long hours at the forge.
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2
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I take great pride in my work and am quick to defend my creations from criticism.
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3
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I am meticulous about my work and can’t stand imperfections.
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4
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I enjoy sharing my knowledge and teaching others the art of smithing.
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5
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I find solace in the rhythm of hammering metal and often lose track of time while working.
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6
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I have a competitive streak and love to compare my work to that of other smiths.
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Ideal |
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Community. The things I create help to build and support my community. (Good)
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Innovation. There is always a better way to do things, and I seek out new techniques and ideas. (Chaotic)
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Tradition. I honor the traditions of my craft and follow the techniques passed down to me. (Lawful)
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Power. The weapons I create give me influence and control over others. (Evil)
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Bond |
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My tools are the most important things in my life, and I would do anything to protect them.
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I am determined to create a masterpiece that will be remembered for generations.
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3
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I owe my skills to my master, who taught me everything I know.
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4
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I once forged a weapon for a great hero, and their legacy inspires me to this day.
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Flaw |
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I am obsessed with perfection and often spend too much time on a single project.
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I place too much of my self-worth in my creations, becoming deeply despondent if they are criticized or fail to meet my own high standards.
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3
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I am stubborn and resistant to new techniques or ideas.
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4
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I am envious of other smiths and their accomplishments, sometimes leading to petty rivalries.
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