Isolation. Seclusion. Perhaps you were born into it or taken away from your home and family, but now you are surrounded by similar looking figures standing over your prone body. As strange rituals take place, the helplessness of your situation begins to set in. You don't know why you were chosen or the purpose of these rituals. Are you alone? Are there others? That is the least of your concern as you finally manage to escape your captors and their hideout.
Now you have become aware of what rituals were being performed and the goal trying to be achieved. On the run and looking for someone to trust and listen to you, a new strange power has been awakened inside of you. Will you use your new power to better the world or do as you wish?
- Skill Proficiencies: Arcana, Survival
- Languages: One exotic language of your choice.
- Equipment: A small knife, set of traveler's clothes, a candle, a tinderbox and a pouch containing 5 gp.
To determine the reason for your captivity, roll a d10 or choose from the options below:
| d10 | Captivity |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sacrifice or servant to a demon |
| 2 | Service to a Lich |
| 3 | Sacrifice to please an ancient dragon |
| 4 | Nourishment to a clan of vampires |
| 5 | Sacrifice to the Kraken |
| 6 | Servant to the angels |
| 7 | Sacrifice to a pack of lycanthropes |
| 8 | Sacrifice to a Mind Flayer |
| 9 | Captured by an Oni |
| 10 | Involuntary servant to an otherworldly patron |
Throughout your time of seclusion and need for survival, your ears have become adept at picking up even the quietest sound. Whether involuntary or of your own volition, you can overhear conversations between patrons at a tavern or shop in town no matter how pointless the contents of the conversation are.
Suggested Characteristics
These kinds of people are very cautious and generally shy. They tend to keep to themselves and not trusting of anyone afraid they will return to the isolation.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I try to be respectful and mind my manners. |
| 2 | Having conversations with others calms me down. |
| 3 | I hide all of my belongings just in case of thieves. |
| 4 | I like to learn everything I can after entering a new place. |
| 5 | I tell lies to keep myself and others safe from my problems. |
| 6 | Solitude calms my mind from the awful memories of the past. |
| 7 | Whether they are true or not, I like to tell stories to make new allies. |
| 8 | My communication with others consists of general hand gestures and nothing else. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Respect. There are many people who would love to have my power. I must be careful of how I use it. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Retribution. Hatred flows through my veins just like this new power. No one will stand in my way. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Independence. My life has always been in someone's hands. I will take it back from those who wish to control me. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Power. I deserve to use this gift as I see fit no matter how many people and creatures fall at my feet. (Evil) |
| 5 | Destiny. This power has given me a new purpose in life. I will do what is required of me by this preordained path. (Good) |
| 6 | Aspiration. I strive to be the best that I can possibly be. Whether for me or others will be decided as I move forward. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I will protect my family with this new power bestowed upon me. |
| 2 | My vengeance upon the ones who captured and tortured me will be long and agonizing. |
| 3 | Those who have earned my trust have earned my power's protection. |
| 4 | I wish to protect those who may be vulnerable just like I was. |
| 5 | My deity entrusted this power to me so I will do what they ask of me to prove my worth. |
| 6 | I've grown a fondness for the ones who captured me. It may seem crazy, but I have much to thank them for. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I'm easily terrified of even the tiniest sound. |
| 2 | I care nothing for the thoughts and feelings of others. The only life that matters is mine. |
| 3 | I have easily-swayed emotions. I can go from angry to joyous to depressed in the blink of an eye. |
| 4 | Downing a tankard of ale is the only way I can feel safe and secure in this world. |
| 5 | I will ignore all warnings of danger if it means I can escape with my life. |
| 6 | I tend to be abrasive and rude when people ask me how I am. |
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