Doctor

You have dedicated yourself to the healing arts. Whether through rigorous academic study, an apprenticeship with a seasoned healer, or self-taught methods born from necessity, you possess a profound knowledge of medicine and a deep-seated commitment to alleviating suffering. As a doctor, you are respected and trusted in your community, often called upon in times of illness or injury. Your journey is one of compassion and duty, as you navigate the delicate balance between life and death, striving to make the world a healthier place, one patient at a time.

Skill Proficiencies: As a Doctor, you gain proficiency in the Medicine skill, allowing you to accurately diagnose and treat ailments with your extensive medical training. Additionally, choose one of the following skills: Arcana, Investigation, Insight, or Perception. This chosen skill reflects your specialized knowledge or keen observational abilities honed through your medical practice.

Tool Proficiencies: As a Doctor, you gain proficiency with Alchemist’s Supplies and the Herbalism Kit. Your expertise with these tools allows you to create medicinal concoctions, poultices, and remedies to treat various ailments and injuries, reflecting your deep knowledge of both chemical and natural healing methods.

Equipment: The Doctor background grants the following equipment:

 • a healer’s kit
• a set of common clothes
• an herbalism kit OR alchemist’s supplies 
• a vial of antitoxin
• a belt pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

d6	Personality Trait
1	I am meticulous and detail-oriented in everything I do.
2	I have a deep empathy for the suffering of others.
3	I am constantly seeking to improve my medical knowledge and skills.
4	I adapt my demeanor to suit the situation, using humor and empathy strategically to navigate difficult conversations and gain advantage when needed.
5	I am calm under pressure, never losing my composure.
6	I am fascinated by the intricacies of anatomy and physiology.

d4	Ideal
1	Compassion. I strive to alleviate suffering wherever I encounter it. (Good)
2	Knowledge. The pursuit of medical understanding is a noble goal. (Neutral)
3	Service. I use my skills to serve the community and those in need. (Lawful)
4	Power. I wield medical knowledge and healing abilities to exert control over others, ensuring they remain dependent on me and bending them to my will. (Evil)

d4	Bond
1	I am dedicated to my patients, and their well-being is my highest priority.
2	My mentor taught me everything I know, and I owe them a great debt.
3	I seek to uncover a cure for a rare disease that afflicts someone close to me.
4	I am haunted by the memory of a patient I could not save.

d4	Flaw
1	I am overly critical of those who practice medicine differently than I do.
2	I sometimes prioritize my patients’ needs over my own well-being.
3	I sometimes prioritize lucrative medical cases over those that truly need my expertise and care.
4	I am overly cautious in medical matters, sometimes hesitating to take decisive action even when it’s necessary.