You weren't conceived by normal means. You just appeared in this universe one day. Nobody knows who you are, not even you. You only know one thing, you are looking for someone. Your only memory is them. You NEED to find them. But you don't know anything about this world you were suddenly thrust into. You need information, and the best way to do that, is by becoming a merchant, but you must act fast. You get the feeling that something is coming. Something dangerous. And it's looking for them too.
- Skill Proficiencies: As a merchant you gain proficiency in persuasion , deception, and survival.
- Tool Proficiencies: You gain proficiency in one tool set of your choice and one game set of your choice.
- Languages: As a merchant you have been to many different places. Choose three extra languages.
- Equipment: Choose one a shotgun and 20 modern bullets or a hand crossbow and 20 crossbow bolts. Choose one a wagon or a cart. Choose one a diplomat's pack or an explorer's pack. Choose one mount. A pouch containing 25 Gold pieces.
Feature: Hub of Gossip
People often come to you to exchange gossip. They tell you things that they wouldn't normally tell a stranger. In the same sense, people will also come to you looking for information and, for a price, you can disclose that information to them. But don't push your luck too far, they may end up threatening you for the info instead.
Suggested Characteristics
What morals do you hold as a merchant?
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Personality Trait |
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1
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I love to gossip
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2
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I will sell out my party if it means profit
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3
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I always want to know how things work and what makes people tick.
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4
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I like to talk at length about my profession.
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5
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I'm full of witty aphorisms and have a proverb for every occasion.
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6
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I don't part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible.
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7
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I take my wealth for granted. It seldom occurs to me that others aren't rich themselves.
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8
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I fill my evenings with wine or mead and song
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Ideal |
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1
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Community. It is the duty of all civilized people to strengthen the bonds of community and the security of civilization. (Lawful)
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2
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Charitable: I give generously to others. (Good)
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3
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Freedom. Everyone should be free to pursue his or her own livelihood. (Chaotic)
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4
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Greed. I'm only in it for the money. (Evil)
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5
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People. I'm committed to the people I care about, not to ideals. (Neutral)
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6
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Aspiration. I work hard to be the best there is at my craft.
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Bond |
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1
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I owe lots of money to a large corporation/government/person.
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2
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I have a contact that provides me with my good for a great discount, and I owe them for it.
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3
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On the road once, I was attacked by a group of monsters and, but was saved. If the time comes, I would lay down my life for that person.
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4
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I am fiercely loyal to those with whom I work.
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5
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Deals are sacrosanct. I never go back on my word.
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6
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I guard my wealth jealously.
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Flaw |
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1
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I'll do anything to get my hands on something rare or priceless.
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2
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I'm quick to assume that someone is trying to cheat me.
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3
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I'm never satisfied with what I have – I always want more.
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4
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I'm horribly jealous of anyone who can outshine my handiwork. Everywhere I go, I'm surrounded by rivals.
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5
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I am a braggart. I promote myself shamelessly
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6
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I am a glutton. I eat and drink to excess.
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7
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I am lazy. I want others to take care of everything.
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8
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I am vain. I always wear the latest fashions.
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