Clan Crafter

Clan Crafters are skilled artisans and craftsmen who belong to a particular clan, guild, or family with a long tradition of crafting excellence. They are highly respected for their mastery over various trades, such as blacksmithing, masonry, woodworking, or jewelcrafting. Their role encompasses more than just creating goods; they are keepers of ancient techniques, cultural heritage, and the economic backbone of their communities. Their duties and activities include: Master Artisans: Clan Crafters are renowned for their superior craftsmanship. They produce high-quality goods, such as weapons, armor, tools, and jewelry, often with unique designs or magical properties. Their creations are sought after and can be found in the hands of nobles, warriors, and adventurers.
Guardians of Tradition: They are not just skilled workers but also the bearers of their clan's crafting traditions. These traditions might include secret techniques, specialized materials, or ancient designs passed down through generations. Clan Crafters are responsible for preserving and teaching these methods to the next generation, ensuring the legacy of their craft endures.
Community Pillars: As essential members of their community, Clan Crafters contribute to the local economy and infrastructure. They might be responsible for building and maintaining important structures, crafting goods for trade, and supporting their clan or guild's status within society.
Magical Crafting: In a fantasy setting, many Clan Crafters have the knowledge to infuse their creations with magical properties. They can craft enchanted weapons, armor, and items, using rare materials and arcane techniques to imbue their work with power. This makes them invaluable to adventurers and warriors seeking an edge in their quests.
Traders and Negotiators: Clan Crafters often engage in trade, both within their community and with outsiders. They might travel to markets and festivals to sell their wares, negotiate with merchants for materials, or barter their goods for services. Their reputation can grant them access to exclusive trade routes and partnerships.
Protectors of Crafting Secrets: The secrets of their trade are closely guarded, often considered sacred or vital to the clan's identity and prosperity. Clan Crafters are vigilant in protecting these secrets from rivals, spies, or those who might misuse the knowledge. In some cases, this might involve espionage or defending their workshops against theft or sabotage.
Advisors and Elders: Experienced Clan Crafters often serve as advisors or elders within their community, using their wisdom and knowledge to guide decisions. They might hold positions of influence within their guilds or clans, helping to resolve disputes, plan trade strategies, or oversee apprenticeships.
Mentors and Teachers: They take on apprentices to pass on their knowledge, teaching the skills and values of their craft. This mentorship is a crucial part of maintaining the quality and reputation of their trade. Apprentices often go through rigorous training, learning not just the technical aspects of the craft but also the cultural significance and ethics that come with it.

Respect of the Stout Folk
As well respected as clan crafters are among outsiders, no one esteems them quite so highly as dwarves do. You always have free room and board in any place where dwarves dwell, and the individuals in such a settlement might vie among themselves to determine who can offer you (and possibly your compatriots) the finest accommodations and assistance.

Clan crafters get
History and Insight Skills One type of artisan's Tool proficiency One extra Language

• A set of artisan's tools with which you are proficient
• a maker's mark chisel used to mark your handiwork with the symbol of the clan of crafters you learned your skill from
• a set of traveler's clothes
• a pouch containing 5 gp
•  a gem worth 10 gp