Living as a performer on the streets, you've learnt how to use awe and luster to hide your shady ways. On the outside, the crowd may only see an entertainer, but that's because you know exactly what draws their attention, what makes them tick. With the wave of one hand you show them wonders, meanwhile the other is reaching into their pockets and taking everything it can grab onto.
- Skill Proficiencies: Performance, Sleight of Hand
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thieves’ tools, disguise kit
- Equipment: A small knife, a costume, and a pouch containing 15 gp
Street Routines
Working on a random street means there's no telling what the crowd will be drawn to day by day. Choose one to three routines or roll on the table below to define your expertise as a performer.
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Street Routines |
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1
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Magician
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2
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Dancer
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3
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Singer
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4
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Jester
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5
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Illusionist
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6
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Musician
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7
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Mime
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8
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Acrobat
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Feature: False Identity
You have created a second identity that includes documentation, established acquaintances, and disguises that allow you to assume that persona. Additionally, you can forge documents including official papers and personal letters, as long as you have seen an example of the kind of document or the handwriting you are trying to copy.
Suggested Characteristics
Street Performers are an odd mix of a shady charlatan and a high-class entertainer... without all the actual gold to back it up of course. Whether they were once highly respected or someone just trying to make it off the street, all these performers ended up in this dirty type of life.
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I exude confidence no matter how many eyes are on me.
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2
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I'm extremely good at playing up a character for my performances, rarely ever breaking.
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3
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I pay close attention to everyone, even in big crowds- gotta see who's got the most goods and who's the most distractable.
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4
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I can read the room well and match it if I need to.
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5
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I am incredibly slow to trust. Those who seem the fairest often have the most to hide.
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6
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I don’t pay attention to the risks in a situation. If I'm already on the streets, there's no way to go lower.
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7
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The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I can’t do it.
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8
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I am very resourceful, looking like money when you've got none isn't an easy feat!
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Ideal |
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1
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Respect. I don’t steal from those on the street like me. (Lawful)
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2
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Independence. I am a free spirit—no one tells me what to do. (Chaotic)
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3
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Charity. I steal from the wealthy so that I can help people in need. (Good)
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4
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Greed. I will do whatever it takes to become famous and wealthy. (Evil)
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5
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Creativity. Even on the streets I hone my craft for others to gawk at. (Neutral)
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6
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People. My performances are available to be seen by everyone. I live to make others smile, no matter where one may be. (Good)
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Bond |
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1
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I’m trying to pay off an old debt I owe to a generous benefactor.
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2
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My ill-gotten gains go to support my loved ones.
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3
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The spotlight was unrightfully ripped from me, I'll show them a star doesn't stop shining.
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4
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I'm from a group of performers. We all need to pull our weight and help each other survive.
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5
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I’m guilty of a terrible crime. I hope I can redeem myself for it.
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6
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There's another performer who I respect more than anything.
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Flaw |
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1
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I don't buddy up to make friends, I use people for what they got then toss them once they're worthless.
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2
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When faced with a choice between money and my friends, I usually choose the money.
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3
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I've gotten so in character that I've fooled myself. I don't even remember who I was before this life.
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4
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I have a “tell” that reveals when I’m lying.
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5
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I don't mind stealing from the needy- I need it too, don't I?
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6
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I've learnt not to trust the law, I'll book it even when I haven't done anything yet.
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