The Grand Architect Background is ideal for characters who thrive on social intrigue and skillful persuasion, using their charm to navigate the complex web of relationships and power.
- Ability Scores: Dexterity, Intelligence, Charisma
- Feat: Lucky
- Skill Proficiencies: Persuasion and Perception
- Tool Proficiencies: Choose one kind of Tool
- Languages: Phyrexian ( Primordial and Celestial )
- Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Orb, [Tooltip Not Found], 20 Arrows, Tool (same as above), Hooded Lantern, Manacles, Quiver, Traveler’s Clothes, 12 GP; or (B) 50 GP
Feature: Silver Tongue
Your charm and wit allow you to navigate social situations with ease. You can always find a way to secure an audience with influential figures, and you have a knack for getting people to reveal their secrets. Additionally, you can often talk your way out of trouble or into favorable situations.
Suggested Characteristics
Grand Architects are charismatic and cunning, using their talents to influence others and achieve their goals. They might be charming and personable, or they could be shrewd and calculating. Use the tables below to inspire your character's traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I can make anyone believe anything with my words. |
| 2 | I am always calm and collected, no matter the situation. |
| 3 | I have a charming smile that puts others at ease. |
| 4 | I enjoy the thrill of negotiation and persuasion. |
| 5 | I am always one step ahead in social interactions. |
| 6 | I am an excellent judge of character. |
| 7 | I have a story for every occasion. |
| 8 | I never reveal my true intentions. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Influence. Power comes from controlling others. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Freedom. I use my skills to break free from constraints. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Prestige. I seek recognition and status. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Protection. I manipulate to safeguard those I care about. (Good) |
| 5 | Ambition. I will climb the social ladder at any cost. (Evil) |
| 6 | Truth. I use manipulation to uncover hidden truths. (Neutral) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have a network of contacts that I must protect. |
| 2 | I owe my rise to an influential patron. |
| 3 | I am driven to expose the corruption of a powerful figure. |
| 4 | I seek revenge against those who wronged me. |
| 5 | I am devoted to a secret society with its own agenda. |
| 6 | I have a rival whose downfall I engineer. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am overly confident in my abilities. |
| 2 | I manipulate others even when unnecessary. |
| 3 | I am prone to making promises I must keep them. |
| 4 | I am secretive and distrustful of others. |
| 5 | I am obsessed with maintaining my image. |
| 6 | I am easily bored and seek constant stimulation. |
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