Dungeons & Dragons 5e Background: Survivor
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Survivor
You have survived some great tragedy in the frozen wastes that would have killed a lesser person, and it has left its mark on you. While suffering a great loss, you forced yourself to continue on through will alone. Some say death still follows you. As long as you keep moving, its going to have run if its going to catch you.
Skill Proficiencies Medicine, Survival
Tool Proficiencies herbalist's kit
Languages One of your choice
Equipment well used furs and blankets, cold weather clothing, 50 ft. of hemp, a knife hidden in your boot, a pouch with 5 gp
Features
Dark Reputation: People whisper behind your back about the trials you have suffered. Some fear you. Others offer pity. But all avoid getting to close to you, worried that they will be the next loss you suffer. People are happy to see you move on you so you get away with minor offenses such as rude behavior or leaving the tavern before paying your tab.
Suggested Characteristics
| d6 | Mark of Tragedy |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am missing some fingers or toes from frostbite. |
| 2 | My face is scarred from a beast’s claws. |
| 3 | My skin is blemished by evil magic. |
| 4 | My hair has been burned off and my scalp scarred. |
| 5 | I walk with a noticeable limp. |
| 6 | I wear an eyepatch to cover a missing eye. |
Traits
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am haunted by my past and have trouble speaking about it. |
| 2 | After living through tragedy, I run towards danger. |
| 3 | I celebrate life with great enthusiasm. |
| 4 | The gods may be real but they are uncaring. |
| 5 | Some food reminds me of my torment and I can’t stomach it. |
| 6 | I put faith in rituals, symbols, and hedge magic to protect me from evil. |
| 7 | My inner pain makes me gruff when I deal with others. |
| 8 | I always expect the worst and jump at loud noises and sudden movements. |
Ideal
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Intimidation: I have seen evil and make certain that others fear me before they can hurt me or mine. (Evil) |
| 2 | Nihilism: Nothing matters anymore and the world will burn. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Bulwark: I stand against chaos to prevent these things from happening again. (Lawful) |
| 4 | Runner: I am running from my past and can’t stay in any place for long. (Any) |
| 5 | Compassion: I don’t want anyone else to suffer as I have. (Good) |
| 6 | Order: I try to gain strength by controlling my environment with rules and rituals. (Lawful) |
Bond
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have family or friends to protect. |
| 2 | I am hunting for the creature that wronged me. |
| 3 | I have a token that I believe protects me. |
| 4 | With evil in the land, you have to appreciate beauty when you find it. |
| 5 | I am drawn to lucky people, hoping their luck will rub off on me. |
| 6 | I will sacrifice myself for others. |
Flaw
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | My tragedy has made me a secret coward. |
| 2 | Evil surrounds the world and has won. I have trouble caring what happens to others. |
| 3 | I try to forget my past through excessive drink. |
| 4 | I covet safety and gather wealth and magic items to protect myself. |
| 5 | I pretend to know what’s going on at all times so others don’t think I am weak. |
| 6 | Trust is a lie. |
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by 3 Armored Kittens · Prodromos v.1.1 - World Anvil 0.9.15.042 © 2017-2024 [en] | Anvil Time: 04:14, Nov 15 2024