Stargazer Scholar

The Stargazer Scholar background represents a unique blend of astronomical expertise and linguistic knowledge. As a Stargazer Scholar, you have spent countless nights observing the stars and delving into ancient texts, driven by an insatiable curiosity to uncover the secrets of the universe. Whether self-taught or trained under a wise mentor, your keen intellect and investigative skills set you apart from other scholars. Your journeys have taken you to distant lands and remote libraries, always in search of the next discovery that might unlock the mysteries of the cosmos.

This background grants you proficiency in Investigation and History, allowing you to excel in uncovering hidden details and understanding the past. Your tool proficiencies in Navigator's Tools and Calligrapher's Supplies reflect your ability to chart celestial bodies and decipher ancient scripts. Additionally, you are fluent in two languages of your choice, enhancing your capacity to communicate and translate.

Your equipment includes a telescope or star chart, calligrapher's supplies, a blank book for notes, common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp, all essential tools for your scholarly pursuits. The feature "Celestial Insights" allows you to determine the time of day and direction by observing the stars, and to decipher and understand ancient texts with greater ease.

As a Stargazer Scholar, your personality traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws reflect your profound connection to the cosmos and your relentless pursuit of knowledge. Whether you join an adventuring party to seek out ancient celestial phenomena, to find lost languages, or to uncover the secrets of an ancient star chart, your unique skills and insights make you an invaluable asset.

Skill Proficiencies: Investigation, History

 

Tool Proficiencies: Navigator's Tools, Calligrapher's Supplies

Languages: Two of your choice

Equipment:  

• A telescope or star chart
• A set of calligrapher's supplies
• A blank book for notes
• A set of common clothes
• A pouch containing 10 gp

 

 

Suggested Characteristics

 

• Personality Traits:

  1. I am always lost in thought, contemplating the mysteries of the universe.
  2. I speak in a very precise manner, as I believe clarity is of utmost importance.
  3. I tend to use a lot of technical jargon, assuming others will understand.
  4. I am endlessly curious and will go to great lengths to uncover hidden knowledge.

• Ideals:

  1. Knowledge. The pursuit of knowledge is the most noble endeavor. (Neutral)
  2. Truth. The truth is out there, and I must uncover it. (Lawful)
  3. Wonder. The universe is full of wonders waiting to be discovered. (Chaotic)
  4. Guidance. By understanding the stars, I can help guide others. (Good)

• Bonds:

  1. I have a mentor who taught me everything I know and whom I deeply respect.
  2. An ancient text I discovered hints at a secret that could change the world.
  3. I am driven to find a lost artifact that is said to grant knowledge of the cosmos.
  4. I owe my life to an explorer who saved me during a dangerous expedition.

• Flaws:

  1. I can become so engrossed in my studies that I neglect my basic needs.
  2. I have little patience for those who do not value knowledge as I do.
  3. I tend to overanalyze situations and can be indecisive as a result.
  4. I am somewhat detached from reality, often preferring the company of books and stars to people.
     
     

 

d4	Personality Trait
1	I am always lost in thought, contemplating the mysteries of the universe.
2	I speak in a very precise manner,
3	I tend to use a lot of technical jargon, assuming others will understand
4	I am endlessly curious and will go to great lengths to uncover hidden knowledge.

d4	Ideal
1	Knowledge. The pursuit of knowledge is the most noble endeavor. (Neutral)
2	Wonder. The universe is full of wonders waiting to be discovered. (Chaotic)
3	Truth. The truth is out there, and I must uncover it. (Lawful)
4	Guidance. By understanding the stars, I can

d4	Bond
1	I have a mentor who taught me everything I know and whom I deeply respect.
2	An ancient text I discovered hints at a secret that could change the world.
3	I owe my life to an explorer who saved me during a dangerous expedition.
4	I am driven to find a lost artifact that is said to grant knowledge of the cosmos.