You and another student share a single, intertwined soul, making you a unique anomaly in the magical world. Whether this bond was the result of a rare magical accident, an ancient curse, or a divine intervention, your connection is unbreakable. This shared soul grants you extraordinary insight into each other’s thoughts and emotions, but it also creates complications as you navigate your individual lives while being intrinsically linked.

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from: Arcana, Insight, Investigation, Athletics, Survival, or Persuasion

Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan's tools or one musical instrument (reflecting your shared creative or academic pursuits).

Languages: Choose one language that both students know.

Equipment:  

• A magical trinket symbolizing your connection (such as matching pendants or a mirrored notebook).
• A set of common student robes.
• A shared journal that only the two of you can read.
• 10 gp.

 

Suggested Characteristics

Personality Traits

1. I often finish my bonded partner’s sentences, even when others find it unnerving.
2. I feel incomplete when I am apart from my bonded partner.
3. I tend to view my bonded partner’s opinions as an extension of my own.
4. I have a deep sense of empathy for others, stemming from my shared connection.

Ideals

1. Unity. Our bond proves that cooperation is the strongest magic. (Good)
2. Individuality. Despite our connection, I strive to be my own person. (Neutral)
3. Destiny. Our bond exists for a higher purpose that we must uncover. (Lawful)
4. Power. Together, we can achieve what no one else can. (Evil)

Bonds

1. I would sacrifice anything for my bonded partner—they are a part of me.
2. Our connection makes us stronger together, but the world may try to tear us apart.
3. We were chosen for this bond, and we must use it to achieve greatness.
4. I fear what might happen if our bond were severed.

Flaws

1. I sometimes lose track of where my thoughts end and my bonded partner’s begin.
2. I am overly protective of my bonded partner, even when it’s unnecessary.
3. I struggle to form close relationships with others, as they might not understand our bond.
4. I resent the bond at times, longing for a life entirely my own.