You are the one they see before darkness comes, the one that they may seek comfort in, the one that is there with them at the very end. Whether you do this job because you enjoy killing the ones who deserve death, or you are there to give their life back to the gods, people will still see you as a monster, a murderer and nothing else. You are a tool to the ones that pass judgement. They come before the judge, before the jury and stop before you, on their knees, begging...
- Skill Proficiencies: You are proficient in Intimidation and Persuasion
- Tool Proficiencies: You are proficient in Artisan's Tools relating to your preferred method of execution
- Languages: One language of your choice
- Equipment: A black hood or an executioners mask. A symbol that must be worn at all times to show you are an executioner. A diary. Artisan's Tools relating to your preferred method of execution. A pouch containing 10 Gold Pieces
Execution Method
Every executioner needs a method in which he takes a life. Choose one or roll on the table below
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Execution Method |
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1
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Beheading
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2
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Poison
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3
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Hanging
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4
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Impaling
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5
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Boiling
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6
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Burning
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7
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Crucifixion
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8
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Stoning
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Feature: A Grim Reputation
Your reputation as an executioner has proceeded you, you are seen as a monster or a murderer, people no longer feel safe around you. Peasants, criminals and even your peers will feel frightened and intimidated around you, nobles and royals will feel threatened but will still retain the feeling of superiority. But due to this not many people would ever dare to step to you or lie to you, and those same people would never question you even if they believe you are the one who is lying. This feature is to your DM's discretion
Suggested Characteristics
Executioners are government sanctioned killers. Not like soldiers, executioners kill the helpless and even sometimes the innocent. Some executioners may enjoy it, or some may have been affected by it.
| d3 |
Personality Trait |
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1
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I do the job I am given, no questions, no second thoughts. As long as I am getting paid.
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2
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I feel remorseful for the lives I have taken and will try to atone for my sins.
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3
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I have been called a monster for so long, I may as well embrace it.
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| d5 |
Ideal |
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1
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Redemption. People think I am evil, emotionless. I am determined to prove them wrong. (Good)
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2
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Justice. Doesn't matter if they are guilty or innocent, if they are condemned they will die. (Lawful)
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3
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Protection. The innocent people in this world must be protected from the evil, i am here to get rid of the evil. (Chaotic)
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4
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Truth. Before justice can be served, the entire truth must be fleshed out. (Any)
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5
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Power. Doesn't bother me if they are innocent, guilty or unknowing of what is happening. When I see them sitting there, their lives are in my hands. (Evil)
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| d5 |
Bond |
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1
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I have sent innocent people to an early grave due to a threat against my own life. I will exact revenge against those who forced my hand.
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2
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A man broke out before it was time for his punishment. He killed an innocent family. I will hunt him down and exact the justice he rightfully deserves.
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3
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I was forced to take the life of a man who was framed. I will find the truth and punish the correct person.
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4
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I've killed the worst type of people disregarding the consequences, and for that, their friends are now after me.
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5
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I was forced to take the life of my loved one. To this day I can still remember the tears they cried before I took their life.
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| d5 |
Flaw |
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1
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I tend to laugh when people show emotion.
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2
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I have seen too many crying faces, killed too many men. Now It is hard for me to show any empathy.
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3
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I follow the law even when I know the law is wrong.
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4
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When others may be celebrating, I shed silent tears.
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5
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Nobody can trust me with their lives, and I don't trust myself with theirs either.
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