Diplomat
As worlds have rapidly collided, the role of diplomats has become increasingly important. Navigating the complex customs, practices, and rituals of alien cultures is paramount to the survival of your species. You have been trained in the art of active listening, behavior mimicking, and cultural assimilation. Wielding words like a weapon, you are a master of conflict resolution. While others are growing heated, you remain the voice of reason. As a diplomat, you spent years navigating complex socio-political communications. You most likely choose your words with tact and precision. Your mere presence eases tension and you easily navigate the world of nobles, politicians, and community leaders.
Skill Proficiencies Persuasion and either History or insight
Tool Proficiencies Calligrapher’s Supplies
Languages Two languages of your choice
Equipment Calligrapher’s Supplies, a scroll or Datacard depicting your diplomatic status, a set of fine clothes, and a pouch containing 25 gold pieces.
Lifestyle Wealthy
Features
You gain a +1 in either charisma or wisdom
Call an Audience: You are trained in navigating political structures. Using your position, you may be granted an audience with those in power and separated from the public at a significantly faster rate than others. You may also engage in "upper-class" carousing as if you had the 'noble' background, and when you do so, you make all rolls with advantage.
A way with words: You have advantage on persuasion checks when easing tensions between disgruntled parties.
Suggested Characteristics
Whom do you serve and what is your relationship with that entity? Where has your work sent you previously and what are your feelings about that culture? How do you go about diplomacy? Who do you typically report to and what do they expect of you?
What led you to become an adventurer? Are adventures advantageous to building relationships and your diplomatic goals? Did you do something to be stripped of your rank? Or were you an adventurer who became a diplomat due to your contacts?
You may also consider what your diplomatic role has previously been. You can use the table below for ideas.
| d6 |
Diplomatic Skillset |
| 1 |
Cultural Diplomacy |
| 2 |
Economic Diplomacy |
| 3 |
Gunboat Diplomacy |
| 4 |
Coercive Diplomacy |
| 5 |
Shuttle Diplomacy |
| 6 |
Military Diplomacy |
Traits
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|
| 1 | Charm is my greatest weapon, and I leave everyone I meet feeling elated. |
| 2 | The power of the spoken word should never be taken lightly; I only speak when necessary. |
| 3 | Wordplay is nothing more than a battle of wits, and I am the master of wielding language like a dagger. |
| 4 | I'm more comfortable working the back channels and with those deemed 'unruly'. |
| 5 | I put great effort into practicing the customs of the culture I am currently working with. |
| 6 | I lead with direct, assertive, confidence in all matters. |
| 7 | My action reflect my people, so I must hold myself to a high standard. |
| 8 | People need to understand how important I really am. |
Ideal
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|
| 1 | Pacifism. Violence is a last resort used only when all other diplomatic channels have failed. (lawful) |
| 2 | Power. Diplomacy is just a goal to increase my own power. (evil) |
| 3 | Compromise. The best deals leave both parties feeling screwed. (nueteral) |
| 4 | Anarchy. The best way to tear the system down is from the inside. (chaotic) |
| 5 | Humanitarian. I do my work to better the lives of all people. (good) |
| 6 | Patriot. I serve my people and work to secure our future. (any) |
Bond
| d6 | Bond |
|---|
| 1 | Growing up in a foreign embassy, I feel a deep connection and responsibility to an alien culture. |
| 2 | I received my job through nepotism and I carry the weight of family obligation. |
| 3 | I was forced into hiding by an opposing political party for opposing their ideals. |
| 4 | I made a mistake on a former mission and it ruined the relationship between our people. |
| 5 | I am being blackmailed into making choices I disagree with. |
| 6 | My predecessor was assassinated and the killer is still at large. |
Flaw
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|
| 1 | I am paranoid at all times that I will be kidnapped or assassinated. |
| 2 | I've told so many lies that I can no longer keep them all straight. |
| 3 | I always categorize others into two groups: assets and liabilities. |
| 4 | Whenever I can, I abuse the privilege of my office for personal gain. |
| 5 | No one can ever know what really happened on my last assignment. |
| 6 | I would rather start a war than swallow my pride. |
