Social and Performance Backgrounds

You perform for crowds, earning coin and fame.

• Skill Proficiencies: Acrobatics, Performance
• Tool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, one type of musical instrument
• Equipment: Musical instrument, favor from an admirer, costume, belt pouch (15 gp)
• Feature — By Popular Demand: You can always find a venue to perform, and in return receive lodging and modest food. You are recognized wherever known.

You understand wealth, power, and privilege.

• Skill Proficiencies: History, Persuasion
• Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set
• Languages: One of your choice
• Equipment: Fine clothes, signet ring, scroll of pedigree, purse (25 gp)
• Feature — Position of Privilege: People assume you have the right to be anywhere. Common folk make way for you; you can secure audiences with local nobility.

You are a skilled craftsperson and member of a merchant guild.

• Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Persuasion
• Tool Proficiencies: One type of artisan's tools
• Languages: One of your choice
• Equipment: Artisan's tools, letter of introduction, traveler's clothes, belt pouch (15 gp)
• Feature — Guild Membership: Fellow guild members provide lodging, legal aid, and information. You pay 5 gp/month dues.