The Bonded
Sometimes two people are simply fated to cross paths again and again. A parent and a child; two lovers; siblings, twins or otherwise; even a hero and their nemesis. The history of the world is changed by the relationship between these two people.
No matter your connection, your story weaves in and out with the other and together, even if your objectives differ, you complete the various required objectives.
- Player Interest: Ragnar & Lagertha, Alfred & Uhtred, Móði & Magni
- Restrictions: Must be born in Grimnir
In each case, your ambition is to protect the people of your clan. Ultimately you must undertake tasks that make you become their jarl (even if that’s not your initial intention).
- Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Sleight of Hand
- Tool Proficiencies: Navigator’s tools, vehicles (water)
- Equipment: a mead horn (waterskin), a letter from the other bonded, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Shared Runes ( ᛖ )
You both received the same rune tattoo, the symbol ᛖ. You may have had them tattooed at the same time or one of you added the symbol to the other—not necessarily out of kindness. Regardless these shared symbols have reinforced your bond. At certain moments in the story additional runes will be drawn, adding to your story, your abilities, and your penultimate reason for existing.
Feature: The Nature of the Story
When your character is created decide the nature of your bond: Allies, Rivals, or Enemies. Allies and Rivals adventure together, but Rivals tend to compete against, instead of directly support, the other. If your bonded is your Enemy, they are an NPC. This influences many of the abilities you may gain. Based on your decision you have one of the following:
- Allies. If you are within 10 feet of your Ally, you gain a +1 bonus to all skill checks and saving throws.
- Rivals. If you can see your Rival and your Rival rolls a natural 20, you roll your next d20 with advantage.
- Enemies (optional, GM discretion). While your Enemy can see you, you have advantage on all of your rolls. They gain the same benefit.
In each case, your ambition is to protect the people of your clan. Ultimately you must undertake tasks that make you become their jarl (even if that’s not your initial intention).
Suggested Characteristics
Depending on your choices above, how each of you behaves can vary significantly! Use these tables as guidelines and each partner may select different traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws.
| d6 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I do not like doing things without my partner around to help. |
| 2 | I idolize my partner and constantly praise them and seek their approval. |
| 3 | I respect my partner, but we seldom see eye to eye. |
| 4 | I assume that my partner will always be there for me, and I trust them implicitly. |
| 5 | I secretly (or overtly) believe I am superior to my partner |
| 6 | It is hard for me to trust anyone other than my partner. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tradition. My connection to my partner is defined by the laws of the land or those of the Stone Court. It is unbreakable. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Change. We should avoid clinging to the past and accept that we have little control over the world. What will be, will be. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Fairness. I deserve everything that my partner has and am upset if I do not receive it (Lawful) |
| 4 | People. I do whatever is needed to help my allies. Principles can be set aside when my friends are in danger. (Neutral) |
| 5 | Retribution. My partner was wronged, and I will deliver upon our enemies a terrible consequence. (Evil) |
| 6 | Aspiration. I would do anything for my partner (or I would do anything to outdo my partner). (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | My strongest bond is with my partner, and I would do anything for them |
| 2 | I have tried to break off contact with my partner and define my life by their absence. |
| 3 | The town (or other location) where I first met my partner is important to me and I do what I can to protect it. |
| 4 | I owe my survival, success, or downfall to my partner. |
| 5 | I have searched my entire life to learn a secret related to my partner. |
| 6 | It is hard for me to trust anyone other than my partner. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I always try to finish my partner’s sentences. |
| 2 | Whatever my partner has, I believe is also mine, so I take it when needed. |
| 3 | When separated from my partner I tend to drink heavily and make poor decisions. |
| 4 | I place myself in danger to impress my partner. |
| 5 | I banished my partner from my life and wonder if I made the right choice. |
| 6 | My partner knows when I am lying. |
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