You understand wealth, power, and privilege. You came from a pampered aristocrat life unfamiliar with work or discomfort or of a former merchant just elevated to the nobility, or a disinherited scoundrel with a disproportionate sense of entitlement. Or you could be an honest, hard-working landowner who cares deeply about the people who live and work on your land, keenly aware of your responsibility to them, but fortune has spurned you.
- Skill Proficiencies: Deception, and choose one from Insight, Persuasion, or Intimidation.
- Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set popular in noble circles.
- Languages: One extra standard language (diplomatic/trade).
- Equipment: A set of fine clothes(but worn), a signet ring or (locket of your former house), a sealed letter of introduction to a distant/minor contact, and a purse containing 15 gp.
Feature: Whispers in High Places / Lingering Reputation
In settlements with nobility or formal power structures, you can often gain an audience with influential figures more easily than others (though their reception may vary). You have advantage on Charisma (Persuasion) checks when interacting with nobles/courtiers in formal settings, and on Wisdom (Insight) checks to discern their motives or detect deception in such.
Suggested Characteristics
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I maintain an air of superiority, even when my circumstances are dire.
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2
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My wit is sharp, often laced with cynicism or biting sarcasm.
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3
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I am meticulous about my appearance, clinging to the last vestiges of my former station.
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4
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I am always evaluating people for their potential use or threat to me.
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5
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I can be charming and persuasive when I need something.
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6
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I am prone to moments of bitter reflection on what I've lost.
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Ideal |
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1
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Redemption: I will clear my name and reclaim my rightful place. (Lawful)
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2
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Power: I will amass enough influence so no one can ever cast me down again. (Evil/Neutral)
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3
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Revenge: Those who wronged me will pay dearly for their actions. (Chaotic/Evil)
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4
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Independence: I will rely on no one but myself to survive and thrive. (Chaotic)
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5
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Noblesse Oblige: True nobility is about protecting the less fortunate, a lesson I learned too late (or intend to practice now). (Good)
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6
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Pragmatism: Survival and success are all that matter now; lofty ideals are a luxury. (Neutral)
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Bond |
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1
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I carry a symbol of my lost heritage (a signet ring, a locket) that I will never part with.
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2
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Someone I left behind in the court (a loved one, a secret ally) is counting on me.
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3
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I owe a significant debt (of honor or gold) to someone who helped me escape or survive.
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4
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The memory of a specific betrayal fuels my every action.
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5
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I am determined to restore the honor and fortunes of my disgraced family line.
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6
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An unexpected act of kindness from a commoner showed me a different way of life.
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Flaw |
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1
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I am quick to anger if my (former) status or intelligence is questioned.
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2
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I have expensive tastes and find it hard to resist indulging in comforts, even when I can't afford them.
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3
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I am paranoid, suspecting plots and betrayal around every corner.
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4
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I am overly fond of gossip and political maneuvering, even when it's detrimental.
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5
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I find it difficult to perform manual labor or "common" tasks.
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6
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I secretly fear I'm no longer relevant or important.
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