Linguistician

At a certain point in your life, you were struck by the differences in the ways other people viewed and expressed their views on the world. You may have realised that your favourite story was translated from its original language, with remnants of its mother-tongue still to spot in the text. Perhaps you were exposed to multiple languages growing up and always marvelled at how they were so similar and so different at the same time. So when you reached the age of majority, you took to studying the frameworks and building blocks of languages; not a memorisation of the words or the patterns - perhaps you never even attempted to learn them fluently! – but the structures and morphology, the shifting patchwork of how the language came to be as they are.

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from Arcana, History ,Investigation ,Insight, or Persuasion.

Tool Proficiencies: You gain proficiency with Calligrapher's supplies

Languages: You can read and write two additional languages of your choice.

Equipment: A work-in-progress grammar book or dictionary, a copy of an undeciphered inscription or 2 sheets of parchment, a bottle of black ink, a quill, a set of common clothes or robes, Calligrapher's supplies and a pouch containing 10 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

Literacy-focused characters are often driven by a thirst for knowledge and a deep respect for the power of written words. They might be scholars, scribes, or simply individuals who have dedicated themselves to the study of texts and languages. This background would be ideal for characters who see the world through the lens of knowledge and written word or simply lovers of learning.

d6	Personality Trait
1	Bookworm: I find comfort in the written word and always carry a book or scroll with me.
2	Eloquent: I have a way with words and can often persuade or influence others with my speech.
3	Curious: I am constantly seeking out new texts and knowledge, sometimes to the detriment of my immediate surroundings.
4	Meticulous: I pay close attention to detail, especially when it comes to written records and notes.
5	Reserved: I prefer to observe and read rather than engage in direct conversation or action.
6	Pedantic: I have a tendency to correct others' language or spelling, even in casual conversation.

d6	Ideal
1	Knowledge: The pursuit of knowledge is the highest calling. I seek to understand everything I can.
2	Preservation: It is vital to preserve and protect ancient texts and knowledge from being lost or destroyed.
3	Truth: I believe that uncovering the truth is more important than maintaining appearances.
4	Enlightenment: Knowledge should be shared and used to improve the world for everyone.
5	Order: There is a natural order and structure to the world that should be documented and understood.
6	Curiosity: The world is full of mysteries waiting to be uncovered through study and exploration.

d6	Bond
1	Mentor: I owe much of my knowledge and skill to a mentor or teacher who guided me in my studies.
2	Library: I am deeply connected to a particular library or archive where I spent years of my life.
3	Family: My family values education and literacy, and I strive to live up to their expectations.
4	Artifact: I possess a unique or rare book or manuscript that holds great personal or historical significance.
5	Community: I have a close-knit group of fellow scholars or scribes with whom I share my discoveries and knowledge.
6	Cause: I am dedicated to a cause related to the preservation or dissemination of knowledge.

d6	Flaw
1	Overly Critical: I can be overly critical of others' understanding or use of written language.
2	Absorbed: I sometimes lose track of my surroundings while engrossed in reading or writing.
3	Socially Awkward: My focus on books and learning has left me somewhat awkward in social situations.
4	Obsession: I can become obsessed with a particular topic or text, neglecting other important matters.
5	Dismissive: I tend to dismiss or overlook practical skills or actions in favor of theoretical knowledge.
6	Secretive: I might keep my research or findings to myself, fearing that others will misuse or misunderstand them.