Even from a young age, you were noticed as someone with an extraordinary talent, or even just exceptionally attractive, and the powers that be desired you to train among the most elite on behalf of the great empire as a... companion to those of immense influence. Whether or not this was voluntary or forced upon you is irrelevant now. At various points in your life, you have interacted with all manner of society, from the kindest to the most vile, but they would never know from you how they rate, even when there is nothing between you. Your profession has taught you to weaponize the art of seduction, and whether on behalf of another, or your own desires and ambitions, when one is in your sights, they will inevitably be at your mercy. Though your circumstances might have been unfortunate, you have a keen understanding how use your experience and expertise to your advantage, and are infinitely adaptable while seeking to get your way, to get that sensitive information, or catch the most powerful while they are at their most vulnerable. Whether it is using your mind or body to manipulate a client into choosing a certain outcome, to distract them while you steal from right under their noses, or even playing the part of an assassin, whether it is for petty, personal, or political reasons, you are trained to hold all the power you could ever want, and infiltrate into the most intimate of circumstances.
- Skill Proficiencies: Choose 2 of the following: Deception, Persuasion, Performance, Insight, Sleight of Hand, or Acrobatics.
- Tool Proficiencies: A Disguise Kit, and your choice of One: a type of gaming set, a musical instrument, one of the more artistic or delicate crafter's tools, or thieves’ tools.
- Languages: One language of your choice (often matching a previous client).
- Equipment: A Disguise kit, a small gilded mirror, A set of Fine Clothes, and a purse containing 5 gp.
Feature: Satisfied Customers
Due to your history of work, you can usually obtain free lodging in brothels or inns where you have conducted business in the past, or where your reputation proceeds you. The owners of these establishments can recommend other locations where you may be able to obtain discounted lodging or work, related to your background or otherwise, by spreading your name and reputation around or offering your services during your stay to improve the desirability of their businesses. If you encounter past clients, the repeat business potential may be able to obtain information and resources or other aid from them for next to nothing. Depending on your relationship with any given client, this may be through blackmail or seduction, often both, there may also be a rather vast network of powerful people that want to owe you favors.
Suggested Characteristics
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I am highly flamboyant; I like to exaggerate my movements and mannerisms, because it will attract the right kind of attention.
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2
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My speech is like a switch; I speak either very warmly or very coldly, so you know where you stand in my eyes.
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3
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I am unafraid to get up-close and personal with certain people and situations.
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4
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I would rather make a new friend than a new enemy.
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5
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I am extremely flirtatious, even with friends.
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6
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I don’t pay attention to the risks in a situation. Never tell me the odds.
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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 blow up at the slightest insult.
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Ideal |
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1
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Sympathy. I sympathize with those who work hard but gain little. Those are the only people that might meet the real me.(Good)
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2
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Independence. My body and soul are my own, no matter what anyone else may say about me. (Neutral)
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3
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Pride. I love the work I do, and nothing said to me or about me can make me feel shame. (Any)
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4
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Personal Gain. When I accept you as a client, I am yours. When that is done, you have no say over what I do. (Chaotic)
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5
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Respect. My favorite clients are the ones who have reasonable expectations and don't stir up trouble, or make it harder to do my job. (Lawful)
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6
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Cynicism. Everyone uses others, why should I act any different? (Evil)
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Bond |
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1
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I am highly skeptical when someone offers me something without asking for anything in return.
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2
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I don't concern myself with the turmoil spawned from other's problems.
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3
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There is someone I'm waiting for, so I can leave this life and live that one instead.
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4
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I know a secret about one of my clients that could cost me my life if revealed.
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5
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My clients are all I have.
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6
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I have a child, and I would do anything for them.
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Flaw |
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1
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Despite my own ability to read people, I myself am very easily read by others.
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2
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If someone has some kind of debt over me, I feel obligated to fulfill said debt no matter what.
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3
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I sometimes expect or wish for others would take care of my problems.
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4
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If the pay is sufficient, I will do anything for a client, even if it makes me uncomfortable.
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5
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I use any means I have at my disposal to complete a goal. Any. Means.
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6
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I love presents or gifts, and cannot refuse one, even if I know doing so is a bad idea.
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