You are a chronicler, a storyteller, or an aspiring author, weaving the tales of the world around you through ink and parchment. Whether your works are for posterity, profit, or personal catharsis, you have spent countless hours shaping the events, people, and places of the world into narratives that resonate with others. Your writing could be anything from memoirs, poems, and plays to research, or even prophecies. However, your craft has not been without its challenges—society’s disapproval, harsh critics, or a lack of inspiration. Still, you press on, driven by the need to create something that will outlive you.

Skill Proficiencies:  

• Insight: Through your observation of the world and the people around you, you've learned to read others, detecting their motives, emotions, and desires, often translating these observations into characters or plots in your work.

• History: Writing often requires deep research, and your exposure to historical events, people, and places has given you the ability to understand the past and use it to inform your writing, making it rich and authentic.

 

Tool Proficiencies:  

• Calligrapher’s Supplies: As a writer, you need a steady hand and control over your craft, whether you're writing for art or for function. Calligraphy allows you to present your writing in its best form, making it easier to preserve, publish, or share your works.

• Forgery Kit: You’ve dabbled in faking letters, official documents, or even books. Whether for personal gain, for research purposes, or simply out of curiosity, you have a knack for recreating what you see and hear.

 

Equipment:  

• A set of calligrapher’s supplies

• A blank book or journal

• A quill and ink

• A letter of introduction from a publisher, mentor, or patron (optional)

• A small amount of coin or a stipend, depending on your success or patronage

• A map of the city or region (you may have traveled or written about places far and wide)

 

Spell List

Spell Level	Spells
Cantrip	prestidigitation
1st	charm person, comprehend languages, disguise self
2nd	detect thoughts

Suggested Characteristics

d8	Personality Trait
1	I am always scribbling down ideas for new stories or characters.
2	I find inspiration in the most mundane things and often drift into daydreams.
3	I prefer solitude when I work, and too much noise or chaos throws off my creative process.
4	I have an intense rivalry with other writers, and I’m determined to be more successful than them.
5	I care deeply about the truth in my work, even if that means exposing uncomfortable facts.
6	I find it difficult to stop writing, even in the middle of a conversation or in a dangerous situation.
7	I often speak in metaphors or poetic phrases, especially when I’m nervous or trying to sound wise.
8	I’m a perfectionist when it comes to my writing and rarely settle for anything less than perfect.

d6	Ideal
1	Legacy: My work will be remembered long after I’m gone, and that’s worth any sacrifice.
2	Truth: The stories I write are a mirror to the world, no matter how harsh that reflection might be.
3	Freedom: I write because I must. No one can control my thoughts or my words.
4	Influence: Through my work, I aim to shape the thoughts, actions, and beliefs of others.
5	Art: Writing is not just a job, it’s a form of self-expression. Everything I write is a piece of my soul.
6	Honour: As a writer, I must remain true to my principles and only write what I believe to be right.

d6	Bond
1	I owe everything to my mentor, who taught me the craft and pushed me to improve.
2	A rival writer once stole my work, and I seek to outdo them at every turn.
3	My family disapproves of my writing, but I am determined to prove them wrong.
4	I carry a deep connection to my home town, and I often write stories based on it.
5	I once wrote a book that changed the world, and now I feel the pressure to do it again.
6	A dear friend entrusted me with their journals, and I’m now writing their story, for better or worse.

d6	Flaw
1	I am obsessed with finishing my work, often neglecting my health or relationships.
2	I sometimes embellish the truth in my writing, blurring the lines between fact and fiction.
3	I get frustrated when others don’t understand my work or give me the credit I deserve.
4	I hold grudges against critics and readers who don't appreciate my writing.
5	I often get lost in my thoughts, forgetting important details or neglecting my surroundings.
6	I believe my art should come above all else, even if it means damaging my personal relationships.