Soldier

The military has been a way of life for you, as a youth you studied the use of weapons and armor , learned basic survival techniques including how to stay alive on the battlefield. You have a military rank, and other Soldiers that are loyal to your organization will recognize that rank and the authority and influence that come with it, and defer to you if they are a lower rank. This also allows access to friendly military encampments and fortresses.
When you choose this background you will need to work with the DM to determine which military organization you were a part of, how far through the ranks you progressed. It could be as simple as a simple town guard or a village milita, or a standing army of a kingdom or nation. Perhaps it was a private army or even a mercenary company. You would also have a specific role you fulfilled in your unit.

Specialty Choices

1. Officer
2. Scout
3. Infantry
4. Cavalry
5. Healer
6. Quartermaster
7. Standard bearer
8. Support staff (Cook, blacksmith, or the like)

Personalitly Trait Examples

1. I'm always polite and respectful.
2. I'm Haunted by memories of battle. I can't get the images of violence out of my mind.
3. I've lost too many friends, and I'm slow to make new ones.
4. I'm full of inspiring and cautionary tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation.
5. I can stare down a hell hound without flinching.
6. I enjoy being strong and like breaking things.
7. I have a crude sense of humor.
8. I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.

Ideal Examples

1. Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in defense of others. (Good)
2. Responsibility. I do what I must and obey just authority. (Lawful)
3. Independence. When people follow orders blindly, they embrace a kind of tyranny. (Chaotic)
4. Might. In life as in war, the stronger force wins. (Evil)
5. Live and Let Live. Ideals arn't worht killing over or going to war for. (Neutral)
6. Nation. My city, nation, or people are all that matter. (Any)

Bond Examples

1. I would still lay down my life for the people I served with.
2. Someone saved my life on the battlefield. To this day, I will never leave a friend behind.
3. My honor is my life.
4. I'll never forget the crushing defeat my company suffered or the enemies who dealt it.
5. Those who fight beside me are those worth dying for.
6. I fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.

Flaw Examples

1. The monstrous enemy we faced in battle still leaves me quivering with fear.
2. I have little respect for anyone who is not a proven warrior.
3. I made a terrible mistake in battle that cost many lives, and I would do anything to keep that mistake a secret.
4. My hatred of my enemies is blind and unreasoning.
5. I obey the law, even if the law causes misery.
6. I'd rather eat my armor than admit when I'm wrong.

Skill Proficiencies: Athletics, Intimidation
Tool proficiencies: One type of gaming set, vehicles (land)
Default Lifestyle: Modest

Equipment:

• An insignia of rank
• A trophy taken from a fallen enemy (A dagger, broken blade, or a piece of a banner)
• A set of bone dice or a deck of cards
• A set of common clothes
• A pouch containing 10gp