You've spent years diligently studying the laws of magic and the universe, aiming to attain as much understanding of it as you can. Through your studies, you've learnt the possibilities that knowledge holds in expanding your awareness, and you're familiar with the powerful creative spark and enthusiasm that strikes all creative minds when you consider the endless possibilities of what magic can facilitate.

Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Investigation

Tool Proficiencies: Arcanist's Tools

Languages: Elder Arcan, an ancient language only used in magical academic work, praised for its logical structure, and thought to be waterproof against linguistic inaccuracies and misunderstandings.

And another language of your choice.

Equipment: A bottle of black ink, a quill, a small knife, a book containing your notes, theories, and reflections, as well as many questions that you're searching to answer, a set of common clothes, and a pouch containing 10 gp

Suggested Characteristics

Sages are defined by their extensive studies, and their characteristics reflect this life of study. Devoted to scholarly pursuits, a sage values knowledge highly—sometimes in its own right, sometimes as a means toward other ideals.

d8	Personality Trait
1	I always feel at home in a library or other place of knowledge.
2	I love competing with my peers, in an amiable fashion, so that we can push each other to achieving our true potential.
3	I am fascinated by the theoretical investigation of magic and the Arcane.
4	I can sit around for hours debating obscure arcane topics with my peers.
5	I am always thrilled at the prospective of solving a new mystery.
6	I am much more fascinated by the idea of exploring the applied capabilities of magic, rather than learning theories.
7	I love sharing my ideas with others, and teaching what knowledge I possess to people who are willing to learn.
8	I much prefer creative endeavors compared to studying and poring over old books.

d6	Ideal
1	Expand Awareness. Where others see sheep and grass, we aim to see the complex and wondrously multifaceted ecosystem lying beneath. The goal of life is to look into the universe and see as much as you can muster.
2	Beauty. No matter its circumstantial uses, the true value of knowledge lies in the awe and wonderment it can create in us.
3	Creation. The true beauty of knowledge lies in the fact that there is always more to be created.
4	Spread Knowledge. Just as we have benefitted from it in so many ways, so should everyone.
5	Cultivation of the Self. The goal of life is to look into the self, ponder on its nature, and help it grow.
6	Security and Strength. Having the capabilities of protecting oneself and others is of the outmost importance in securing our livelihoods.

d6	Bond
1	It is my duty to spread the knowledge I possess to benefit others.
2	I have an ancient text that holds terrible secrets that must not fall into the wrong hands.
3	I work to preserve a library, university, scriptorium, or monastery, and the knoweldge housed within.
4	My life’s work is a series of tomes related to a specific field of lore.
5	I’ve been searching my whole life for the answer to certain questions, and I will go to any lengths to uncover them.
6	Great danger exists in the world. It is my duty to use my knowledge and capabilities to make sure civilization does not come to harm.

d6	Flaw
1	I am easily distracted by the promise of acquiring new information.
2	Most people scream and run when they see a demon. I stop and take notes on its anatomy.
3	Unlocking an ancient mystery is worth any price.
4	I overlook obvious solutions in favor of complicated ones.
5	The books I've read can be counted in the hundreds, but I never learnt how to read people.
6	I can’t keep a secret to save my life, or anyone else’s.