You have spent years gathering, trading, and selling information. Whether working from the shadows or as a public figure, you’ve built a network of contacts and sources who supply you with secrets, rumors, and valuable insights. Your expertise in uncovering truths has made you an indispensable ally—and a dangerous enemy.
- Skill Proficiencies:
Choose two: Insight, Investigation, Deception, or Persuasion.
- Tool Proficiencies:
Choose one: Forgery Kit, Disguise Kit, or Thieves' Tools.
- Languages:
You know two additional languages of your choice.
- Equipment:
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A small notebook or ledger filled with encoded information.
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A set of common clothes.
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A disguise kit or forgery kit (your choice).
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A pouch containing 15 gp.
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You have access to an informal network of informants, spies, and contacts who can supply you with knowledge—for a price. You can spend an hour and 10 gp to attempt to gather specific information about a person, place, or event. Roll a d20 and add your choice of Investigation or Persuasion to the roll. The DM will determine how much information you uncover based on the result. On a natural 20, you may gain a crucial secret or hidden insight that exceeds expectations.
Suggested Characteristics
Personality Traits
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I always know how to make someone talk, whether through charm or intimidation.
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I keep a record of every debt owed to me—and every favor I owe.
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I’m naturally curious about everything, even when it gets me into trouble.
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I rarely speak directly, preferring to drop hints and let others figure things out.
Ideals
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Knowledge. Information should be shared freely to empower everyone. (Good)
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Power. Secrets are a tool, and I intend to wield them. (Evil)
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Profit. Information is a commodity; I’ll sell to the highest bidder. (Neutral)
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Curiosity. The truth is worth seeking, no matter where it leads. (Chaotic)
Bonds
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I have a trusted contact who’s saved my life more than once.
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Someone betrayed me, and I’ll do whatever it takes to ruin them.
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I owe a powerful organization a large debt for their help in establishing my network.
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My network is everything to me; I’ll protect it at any cost.
Flaws
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I can’t resist the urge to learn a juicy secret, no matter the risk.
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I’m paranoid and trust no one fully—not even my allies.
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I’m prone to manipulating others, even when it’s unnecessary.
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My obsession with information often blinds me to personal relationships.
| d4 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I always know how to make someone talk, whether through charm or intimidation. |
| 2 | I keep a record of every debt owed to me—and every favor I owe. |
| 3 | I’m naturally curious about everything, even when it gets me into trouble. |
| 4 | I rarely speak directly, preferring to drop hints and let others figure things out |
| d4 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Knowledge. Information should be shared freely to empower everyone. (Good) |
| 2 | Power. Secrets are a tool, and I intend to wield them. (Evil) |
| 3 | Profit. Information is a commodity; I’ll sell to the highest bidder. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Curiosity. The truth is worth seeking, no matter where it leads. (Chaotic) |
| d4 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have a trusted contact who’s saved my life more than once. |
| 2 | Someone betrayed me, and I’ll do whatever it takes to ruin them. |
| 3 | I owe a powerful organization a large debt for their help in establishing my network. |
| 4 | My network is everything to me; I’ll protect it at any cost. |
| d4 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I can’t resist the urge to learn a juicy secret, no matter the risk. |
| 2 | I’m paranoid and trust no one fully—not even my allies. |
| 3 | I’m prone to manipulating others, even when it’s unnecessary. |
| 4 | My obsession with information often blinds me to personal relationships. |
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