You have always been fascinated by other culture's magic, from the most ancient and primeval to the most modern civilizations. By studying other cultures' magical practices, you have glimpsed into the underlying nature of magic. This knowledge came to you not only through books and scrolls, but also through firsthand observation, visiting far-flung settlements and exploring local histories and customs.
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Religion
- Languages: [language]Draconic[/language], and one of your choice
- Equipment: A set of traveler's clothes, a leather-bound diary, a bottle of ink, an ink pen, a borrowed book on the subject of your current study, and a pouch containing 10 gp
Feature: Eye for Magic
If you spend at least 1 minute observing or interacting with another creature outside of combat, you can learn the nature of their magical talents, if any. You learn their class levels in any class that grants spellcasting. If you observe them use magic, you also can roughly guess the nature of their magic, such as their warlock patron, druid circle, wizard school, and cleric domain.
Suggested Characteristics
Magic Enthusiasts are fascinated by the magic found in the world. Even if they are not themselves capable of wielding magic, they are defined by their research into its many forms.
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I always think someone's magical talent is the most interesting thing about them.
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2
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I have to correct people when they say something wrong.
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3
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I would rather read about something than see it for myself.
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4
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I can't stop talking about magic once I get started.
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5
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Those without magical talents are automatically less interesting to me.
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6
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I think I've discovered something about the nature of the gods that I have to tell everyone I meet.
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Ideal |
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1
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Power. Those with magic should rule over the rest. (Evil)
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2
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Knowledge. The more we learn, the more control we have of our destinies. (Any)
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3
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No Limits. We must be willing to try study everything, no matter how strange. (Chaotic)
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4
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Structure. We can only hope to master magic if we work together in a system. (Lawful)
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5
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Selfless. I study magic to make the world a better place. (Good)
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6
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Objectivity. It is vital I not allow myself to bias my research with my own personal beliefs. (Neutral)
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Bond |
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1
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I have an ancient text that could unlock secrets of magic long forgotten.
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2
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I've been searching my whole life for the answer to a certain question.
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3
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My life's work is a series of tomes related to a specific field of lore.
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4
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I want to learn more about a particular type of magic lost to time.
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5
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My mentor gave me a journal filled with lore and discoveries. Losing it would devastate me.
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6
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I have a trinket that I believe is the key to learning a long-lost magic.
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Flaw |
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1
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I am easily distracted by the promise of useful information.
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2
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Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its abilities.
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3
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Unlocking an ancient power is worth the price of a civilization.
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4
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I overlook obvious solutions in favor of complicated ones.
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5
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I can talk myself into believing almost anything.
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6
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Anything that doesn't fit my theory must be wrong.
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