You are a devoted church member, having risen through the ranks of your faith to become a guiding figure in religious matters. Whether you serve a benevolent god, a war-hungry deity, or a zealous order, your life has been shaped by doctrine, rituals, and unwavering belief. You may have spent years preaching to the masses, overseeing sacred rites, or enforcing divine law, and your authority grants you both reverence and responsibility.

When creating your backstory as a Bishop you can contemplate details about your past, or your bonds. Which church were you a member of, and which faith? Why did you become a Bishop? Were you born into a clerical bloodline and expected to follow this path? Or did you turn to faith to atone for past sins? 

 

Skill Proficiencies: Choose two from: Religion, Persuasion, Insight, History, or Medicine

Tool Proficiencies: Choose from: Calligrapher's Supplies or a Herbalism Kit

Languages: Choose from: Runic Speech or Ethereal

Equipment: Choose A or B: (A) Quarterstaff, Calligrapher's Supplies, Book (history), Parchment (8 sheets), Robe, 8 Crowns; or (B) 50 Crowns

Suggested Characteristics

Bishops are usually the epitome of generosity, but their personas differ from time to time.

d6	Personality Traits
1	My faith is absolute, and I will not tolerate blasphemy or heresy in my presence.
2	I see all people as lost souls needing guidance, and I strive to offer wisdom and kindness.
3	Justice and morality are dictated by divine law, and I ensure they are upheld without compromise.
4	I am but a vessel for my god’s will, and I seek no personal glory.
5	Knowledge of the divine is my greatest pursuit, and I devote myself to studying sacred texts and uncovering lost doctrines.
6	Faith is power, and power must be wielded carefully. I will rise within my church to ensure the faith is properly enforced.

 

d6	Ideals
1	Faith. My god’s will is the ultimate truth, and I will follow it without question. (Lawful)
2	Compassion. All people deserve kindness and guidance, even those who have lost their way. (Good)
3	Judgement. Sinners and heretics must be punished, for only through discipline can order be maintained. (Lawful)
4	Enlightenment. The pursuit of divine knowledge is the greatest calling, and I seek to understand the mysteries of the gods. (Neutral)
5	Power. Religion is the strongest force in the world, and I will use my position to shape the future. (Evil)
6	Redemption. No soul is beyond saving, and I will dedicate my life to leading the wicked back to the light. (Good)

 

d6	Bonds
1	A mentor took me under their wing, and I am determined to honor their legacy.
2	I became a Bishop to prove myself to my elders.
3	I collect all the information I gather in a book.
4	I joined the church to be a good citizen.
5	Someone led me to the church when I was in need, I owe my life to that person.
6	I help whoever I can.

 

 

d6	Flaws
1	I am quick to judge those who do not share my beliefs, seeing them as misguided or even dangerous.
2	My devotion sometimes blinds me to reason, making me stubborn in the face of opposing views.
3	I struggle with doubt, fearing that my faith may not be as unshakable as I claim.
4	I see heresy everywhere, and I am prone to paranoia when dealing with outsiders.
5	My position has given me a sense of superiority, and I look down on those who lack divine guidance.
6	I secretly crave power within the church and will do whatever it takes to rise in the ranks.

Contacts

d1	Contact
1	You have access to your church and the fellow churches that share your faith. These holy sites can include Bookeries, Shopkeeps, Alchemy Stations, or anything else you desire.