Swissfolk are a race renowned for their meticulous nature, neutrality, and remarkable craftsmanship. Often found in the mountainous regions of their homeland, Swissfolk maintain a unique balance between practicality and precision in all aspects of life. They are deeply connected to their cultural heritage, manifesting in their respect for neutrality and their prowess in both peaceful and defensive skills.
Known for their incredible attention to detail, Swissfolk are adept at various crafts and have a natural affinity for mediation. Their ability to stay out of conflicts while fiercely protecting their neutrality makes them excellent diplomats and negotiators. Additionally, their skills in climbing and survival in extreme conditions are unparalleled, thanks to their mountainous upbringing.
Their diet and culture are significantly influenced by their affinity for cheese, a staple in their daily lives. Despite their peaceful demeanor, Swissfolk are always prepared to defend their homeland with the same precision they apply to their crafts.
- Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Persuasion
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, vehicles (land)
- Equipment: A uniform of your company (traveler’s clothes in quality), an insignia of your family, a gaming set of your choice, and a pouch containing the remainder of your last wages (1'000'000 gp)
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I’m always polite and respectful. |
| 2 | I’m haunted by memories of war. I can’t get the images of violence out of my mind. |
| 3 | I’ve lost too many friends, and I’m slow to make new ones. |
| 4 | I’m full of inspiring and cautionary tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation. |
| 5 | I can stare down a hell hound without flinching. |
| 6 | I enjoy being strong and like breaking things. |
| 7 | I have a crude sense of humor. |
| 8 | I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. (Good) |
| 2 | Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Independence. When people follow orders blindly, they embrace a kind of tyranny. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Might. In life as in war, the stronger force wins. (Evil) |
| 5 | Live and Let Live. Ideals aren’t worth killing over or going to war for. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I would still lay down my life for the people I served with. |
| 2 | Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind. |
| 3 | My honor is my life. |
| 4 | I’ll never forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it. |
| 5 | Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for. |
| 6 | I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still leaves me quivering with fear. |
| 2 | I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior. |
| 3 | I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives, and I would do anything to keep that mistake secret. |
| 4 | My hatred of my enemies is blind and unreasoning. |
| 5 | I obey the law, even if the law causes misery. |
| 6 | I’d rather eat my armor than admit when I’m wrong. |
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