A surgeon is a skilled healer, mastering the delicate art of mending bodies in the midst of chaos. Whether in a city clinic or on a battlefield, they perform intricate operations that save lives or alter them forever. With steady hands and a sharp mind, a surgeon walks the fine line between life and death, driven by a desire to preserve, understand, or even control the human form.
- Skill Proficiencies: Medicine, Investigation
- Tool Proficiencies: Alchemist's Supplies, Healer's Kit
- Languages: One of your choice
- Equipment: A set of Surgeon’s Tools, a small journal filled with anatomical sketches, a [Tooltip Not Found], a set of fancyclothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Clinical Precision
Your extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology allows you to speak with a calm authority on matters of health, disease, and injury. When discussing these topics, others are more likely to defer to your judgment or seek your advice. This can provide leverage in social situations, especially when dealing with those who value medical expertise or are concerned with their own health. Additionally, you can use your knowledge to make insightful observations about a person’s physical condition, noticing subtle signs of illness, injury, or other ailments that others might overlook.
Suggested Characteristics
Surgeons are shaped by the intense experiences and pressures of their profession. Their lives are often defined by a deep commitment to their craft, a fascination with the human body, and a drive to understand the mysteries of life and death. Some surgeons are compassionate healers, while others may become detached or obsessed with their work, seeing patients as puzzles to be solved rather than people. The constant exposure to life-or-death situations can lead to a strong moral code or, conversely, a troubling desensitization to suffering.
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I am meticulous and precise, always striving for perfection in my work.
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I maintain a clinical detachment from emotions, preferring to focus on the task at hand.
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I have a thirst for knowledge, always seeking to learn more about the human body and its mysteries.
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I am calm under pressure, able to keep my composure even in the most dire situations.
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I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.
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Ideal |
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Curiosity: There is always something new to learn about the body, and I will uncover its secrets. (Neutral)
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Compassion: Every life is valuable, and I will do whatever I can to preserve it. (Good)
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Dedication: The body is a complex machine, and I must do everything in my power to keep it running smoothly. (Lawful)
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Self-Improvement. The goal of a life of study is the betterment of oneself. (Any)
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Bond |
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My mentor taught me everything I know, and I will honor their memory by continuing their work.
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I owe my life to a patient who once saved me when our roles were reversed.
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My surgical skills are my greatest asset, and I will protect my hands at all costs.
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I seek to find a cure for a rare and deadly disease that claimed the life of a loved one.
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I’ve been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question.
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I am easily distracted by the promise of information.
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I am obsessed with my work to the point of neglecting my own health and well-being.
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I struggle to connect with people on an emotional level, often coming across as cold or distant.
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I overlook obvious solutions in favor of complicated ones.
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I am willing to cross moral boundaries in the name of scientific progress, even if it means experimenting on the unwilling.
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I’m never satisfied with my work, constantly finding flaws in my performance that others might overlook.
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