You have travelled all around the world and made friends in every continent. You know so many people that no matter where you go you will likely run into someone. You're the type of person that could go to a tavern in the Underdark and find you're a friend from college on the opposite side of the world, or maybe run into an old drinking buddy on a boat. How do you even know these people? Why are you friends with a King from that far-away city? When did you meet that celebrity? It's a long story.
You must have travelled for a reason surely? Why would you live on the road when it's so dangerous? Are you mad?
| d8 | Why You Travelled |
|---|---|
| 1 | Road Salesman |
| 2 | Travelling Mercenary |
| 3 | Wandering Labourer |
| 4 | Courier |
| 5 | A Sense of adventure or purpose |
| 6 | Didn't belong anywhere |
| 7 | On the run from someone or something |
| 8 | Really are just mad |
You somehow just know people no matter where you are. You could walk into any bar and always find a table of friends. This comes in handy when you are on the road as often as you are. These friends could help you out with small favours, or might ask help of you. Either way, you'll still be expected to have fun with them, try not to get into too much trouble!
Suggested Characteristics
Travelling the road isn't all sunshine and rainbows. You've seen some shit, you've done some shit. But then again, maybe you haven't. How do people know you? Are you the traveller that is always up for a laugh? Or are you still jet-lagged and tired from the trip?
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | Always tired from the trip |
| 2 | Cheery and all smiles |
| 3 | Cranky |
| 4 | Misses home |
| 5 | "I saw so much cool stuff on the way here!" |
| 6 | "Reminds me of that one time in..." |
| 7 | Longs to get back on the road |
| 8 | Forgot to pack everything again |
| d4 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Money. I need this money to buy stuff for myself/my family (Good or Evil) |
| 2 | Adventure. If you don't know where you are going, any road will get you there (Chaotic) |
| 3 | High Places. You always want to have a few friends in high places, just in case (Lawful) |
| 4 | Party Animal. There's always a party going on somewhere in the world (Neutral) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I was helped out of a tough spot and want to repay the favour |
| 2 | Nothing wrong with a good adventure |
| 3 | These are the least-awful travelling companions I've ever had |
| 4 | These people are my best friends and I would go anywhere with them |
| 5 | This'll make quite the story later |
| 6 | I literally have nothing better to do |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | Always rambling on about somewhere they've been |
| 2 | Can't sit still |
| 3 | Keeps forgetting what language they are supposed to be speaking |
| 4 | Just an awful friend |
| 5 | Never turns down a challenge |
| 6 | A little bit of a hoarder |
You may have been friendly throughout your travels but not all who recognise you welcome you. Maybe you did something wrong which affected the townsfolk or something has happened in the wake of your departure that has soured someone's memory of you. You need to be prepared to approach anyone you recognise with a bit more caution and not be entirely trusting.
You have visited almost anywhere and that is anywhere. You know people who might be able to help you and your friends out but are not always sure if you left on the best of terms. Your previous interactions might help you get discounts and extra rewards but could also lead to problems in the future. Just don't push your luck.
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