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 Brave and Faith Background Traits nobility. You gain a +2 bonus on Diplomacy checks has never led you astray. Choose on of the following
when dealing with nobles, but take a -2 penalty to rolls to which you add your Faith: caster level checks,
All characters and creatures have Faith and Brave In the Ivalice Campaign Setting, characters select Diplomacy when dealing with commoners. concentration checks, Spellcraft checks, or Use Magic
scores. Determine these scores during character one background trait of any type, one campaign Device checks.
creation as though they were ability scores. trait, and one Zodiac trait. In addition to the standard Faithful Servant: Even if you are not of the clergy,
background traits, the following campaign traits are your Faith in the Pharam Traditional Church drives
Brave represents a characters trust in that which all available. Zodiac Traits
your dealings with the common folk. You gain a +2
mortal creatures are born with: strength of body. Each bonus on Diplomacy checks when dealing with non- Everyone is born under a constellation that guides
day a persons body carries them through life, subject them, encompasses them, completes them. Each
Campaign Traits nobles.
only to manipulation by outside forces of illness and Zodiac trait corresponds to one of the Zodiac signs.
injury. Brave is a measure of a persons familiarity Archeologist: Many fallen empires and ancient Justiciary: Officially bound to no faction, not even the Thus, the trait you select determines your sign, and a
with their own body and an awareness of everyone civilizations can be found in the wilderness or buried government, you are learned in the science of justice. bit of your personality and relationships.
elses physical capability. beneath cities. Archeologists explore all corners of Part ambassador, part detective, your wisdom is sought
the world, but none are as rich, or as controversial, as to settle disputes in the name of justice. You must be Zodiac signs also correspond to the months of the
Add your Brave modifier to hit points (once, not per those who delve in their native land. You gain a +1 of lawful alignment to select this trait. You gain a +1 year, and are presented in chronological order.
level), rolls to confirm critical hits, and touch AC. Add bonus to Knowledge (dungeoneering) and Knowledge bonus on Diplomacy and
the inverse of your Brave modifier to Perception. (history) and one of these skills (your choice) is Sense Motive and one of Each Zodiac is described
Commoner & Noble
always a class skill for you. these skills (your choice) is using the format below.
Faith represents a characters belief in the power of For all their differences, the humes (humans)
always a class skill for you.
magic. Even in a world where magic is tangible and Bravado: Your trust in the physical world, especially of Ivalices nations have one thing in common: True Name
miracles are documented, an individual must come that which you can visualize, lends strength to your Merchant Operative: nobles have power. Even through the strife of Common Names
to terms with such powernot only that such power body. Choose one of the following rolls to which you Whether from the deposed war, the fall of great houses and religions, the rise Compatible These signs
exists, but with mankinds ability to control it. Faith add your Brave: Fortitude saves, Reflex saves, CMB, Great Trade City of Sal of new families and factions, nobles rule over often yield personalities
is a measure of a persons or Initiative. Ghidos or a member of commoners. that this Zodiac finds
immagination, creativity, the infinite caravans that compatible. You gain a +2
and belief. Crusader: In all lands, For the commoner seeking to throw off the circumstance bonus to all
move through Arcadia, your
many are the military burdens of servitude and command his own rolls when dealing with a
historyand futureis
Add your Faith modifier organizations who take destiny, there are few possibilities. Knighthood, compatible sign.
tied to trade routes and
to damage received from up a cause on the word politics, or commerce are all avenues to wealth.
barter. You gain a +5 bonus Mate This sign is of
spells, healing received from of a lord or priest. Your Likewise a strategic marriage can result in the
to Knowledge (local) and compatibility if of the
spells, and spell-based touch belief in your cause lends birth of a new house, or the resurgence of an old,
Appraise checks when opposite gender as the
and ranged touch attack strength to your body. nigh-forgotten line. But wealth alone does not
negotiating on behalf of your bearer of this Zodiac, and
rolls. Add the inverse of You may apply your create nobility.
business or faction. is opposed if of the same
your Faith modifier to saving Wisdom modifier to your
throws versus spells with the Fortitude saves instead of Though the concept of nobility is tied to the belief gender.
Native Blood: You are
death descriptor. Constitution. that the gods grant the right to rule to their chosen, Opposed These signs often
descended from Shiranai
not even the church can truly create a noble house. yield personalities that
natives, a people with a this Zodiac finds abrasive.
For example, if your Brave Devoted Follower: Only the King or Queen holds that power.
long history of war with the You take a -2 penalty to all
is 17 (a +3 modifier) Causes and beliefs
fair-skinned mainlanders, rolls when dealing with an
and your Faith is 7 (a -2 spawn and consume
usurpers to your peoples ancient home. You gain a +1 opposed sign.
modifier), you have the more factions, guilds,
racial bonus to attack and damage rolls and take a -5
following bonuses and allegiances, and conclaves Zodiac signs not listen in the above categories are
penalty to Diplomacy against non-Shiranai humes.
penalties: than any king or emperor. neutral for this Zodiac.
+3 hit points As a devoted follower to Vagrant: Perhaps a demon-hunter, perhaps merely a Gain Brave describes actions this character can take to
+3 on crtitcal hit confirmation rolls your cause, you are valued within your organization, wanderer, youre known as a vagrantwithout a lord, gain Brave points.
+3 touch AC regardless of rank. You begin play with 1 Prestige a community, or a home. Whatever your reason, you Gain Faith describes actions this character can take to
+2 on saves versus spells with the death descriptor Point. prefer it that way. You must be of chaotic alignment gain Faith points.
-2 damage from spells to select this trait. You gain a +2 bonus on
-2 healing from spells
Faithful Envoy: Even if you are not of the
Survival. Aries
clergy, your Faith in the Pharam Orthodox The Ram The Warrior
-2 on spell-based touch and ranged touch
22 Church drives your dealings with the Zealot: Your magic, gifted from the gods, 23 Compatible Leo, Sagittarius; Mate Libra
attack rolls
Opposed Cancer, Capricorn unfriendly, a Cancer thrives on impulse and adaptation. Scorpio control all aspects of their lives. Such a pessimistic
Those born under the sign of Aries are quick to action. Gain Brave: When a Cancer can goad an opponent into The Scorpion The Fanatic nature often results in weighing all options in a decision
They are ambitious and independent, preferring to impulsive actions, gain +1 Brave point. multiple times over before embarking on a path
Compatible Cancer, Pisces; Mate Taurus
be leaders rather than followers. Natural hotheads, Gain Faith: When a Cancer places herself in danger Gain Brave: When a Sagittarius executes a pre-
characters under this sign arent particularly known for Opposed Capricorn, Leo
through impulse and lack of forethought, gain +1 Brave determined plan, gain +1 Brave point.
their cunning and subtly, preferring to make decisions Easily motivated and headstrong, a Scorpio approaches
point. Gain Faith: When a Sagittarius thwarts a betrayal or
that will lead them on a direct course. every situation with strong conviction. When a goal is
detects a danger before it is sprung, gain +1 Faith point.
Gain Brave: When an Aries places himself in danger as Leo within their grasp, they pursue relentlessly, with little
a means to solve a problem, gain +1 Brave point. The Lion The Hero regard for cost or harm. Their long memories serve Aquarius
them well in avoiding pitfalls, but are a hindrance to The Waves The Liberator
Gain Faith: When an Aries uses his own judgement to Compatible Ares, Sagittarius; Mate Aquarius
forgiveness.
execute a plan, rather than that of his group or leader, Opposed Scorpio, Taurus Compatible Cancer, Pisces; Mate Leo
gain +1 Faith point. Gain Brave: When a Scorpio rights a wrong or exacts
Natural born leaders, a Leo is loyal, open-minded, and Opposed Taurus, Scorpio
revenge, gain +1 Brave point.
Taurus trusting. The Leo is strong in the face of adversity and
Gain Faith: When a
Often caught up in great
The Bull The Orthodox takes conflict personally. Brave & Faith Points causes, an Aquarius
Scorpio completes
Gain Brave: When a Leo enters combat against is a philanthropist at
Compatible Capricorn, Virgo; Mate Scorpio a complex plan or Taking specific actions can increase your Faith and
overwhelming or obviously superior forces, gain +1 heart, though may often
Opposed Aquarious, Leo achieves a long-term Brave, depending on your Zodiac sign. You receive
Brave point. lose her way in pursuit
goal, gain +1 Faith points in Brave or Faith when you undertake
Methodical and thorough, Taurus look to the past for of eccentricities. The
Gain Faith: When a Leo implicitly trusts a stranger, point. actions or quests that fulfil the requirements for
answers. They are patient, slow to anger, but dedicated consummate independent,
regardless of the result, gain +1 Faith point. gaining Brave and Faith listed under your Zodiac
and persistent. Sagittarius an Aquarius is seldom a
Virgo The Archer The sign. When you have accumulated a number of loner, preferring instead to
Gain Brave: When a Taurus executes a tried and true points in Brave or Faith equal to twice your level,
The Virgin Reason Philosopher be the objective, amiable
plan, either well-practiced or one that has proven itself
you add a permanent +2 to that attribute. associate.
before, gain +1 b rave point Compatible Capricorn, Taurus; Mate Pisces Compatible Aries, Leo;
Mate Gemini Gain Brave: When an
Gain Faith: When a Taurus avoids descending into Opposed Gemini, Sagittarius For example, as a 3rd-level character, once you have
Aquarius devises an
anger, or remains calm when all those around him have Opposed Pisces, Virgo accumulated six Brave points, you increase your
Quiet and introspective, a Virgo is perceptive, knowing unorthodox solution or
lost their tempers, gain +1 Faith point. A Sagittarius is open- Brave score by +2.
more than they let on. Industrious and dedicated, a executes an unexpected
Gemini Virgo often strives for perfection, critical of themselves minded with a sense plan, gain +1 Brave point.
Gaining Brave and Faith points is contingent on
The Twin The Intellectual and everyone around them. of humor, superstitious
making a decision regarding your characters actions Gain Faith: When an
Gain Brave: When a Virgo is involved in a plan that and reverent, devout
Compatible Aquarius, Libra; Mate Sagittarius or planned actions, and then successfully executing Aquarius aides those less
resolves exactly as planned, gain +1 Brave point. and committed. Often
those actions. The GM is the final arbiter of whether fortunate or makes a new
Opposed Pisces, Virgo explorers and idealists, a
Gain Faith: When a Virgo convinces others to alter a or not an action qualifies to increase your Brave and discovery gain +1 Faith
Ever the optimist, enthusiastically seeking the new and Sagittarius might choose
plan to better ensure its success or avoid catastrophe, Faith. point.
the interesting, a Gemini has a keen intellect and a to work alone.
gain +1 Faith point.
capacity for many undertakings, but with idle hands Gain Brave: When Even though a character might take actions that
Pisces
and minds, quickly becomes bored. Libra a Sagittarius places would grant Brave and Faith on a daily basis, players The Fish The Master
Gain Brave: When a Gemini takes an action for the first Scales The Other himself in danger can only cash in Brave and Faith point awards Compatible Cancer,
time, or resolves a conflict with a Knowledge skill, gain upholding a belief or when his or her character levels up. Scorpio; Mate Virgo
Compatible Aquarius, Gemini; Mate Taurus
+1 Brave point. adhering to an oath, gain
Opposed Cancer, Capricorn Opposed Gemini,
+1 Brave point.
Gain Faith: When a Geminis allies executes a plan Sagittarius
Those born under Libra are charismatic, optimistic, and Gain Faith: When a Sagittarius observes ritual or
concocted by the Gemini, gain +1 Faith point. Mysterious and alluring, a Pisces is both master and
cheerful. With no shortage of friends, a Libra seldom upholds a superstition, gain +1 Faith point.
Cancer has truly close relationships, weighing a delicate servant. Possessed of great imagination and foresight,
The Moon The Child balance between trust and love. Capricorn Pisces often see a wise course, but lack the power to
The Goat The Guardian exert their will over others.
Compatible Pisces, Scorpio; Mate Capricorn Gain Brave: When influencing a crowd to action, or
turning an opponent into an ally, gain +1 Brave. Compatible Taurus, Virgo; Mate Cancer Gain Brave: When a Pisces plays a key roll in a plan
Opposed Aries, Libra devised by another, gain +1 Brave point.
Gain Faith: When mediating a conflict to a Opposed Aries, Libra
Full of energy and imagination, a Cancer is peaceful resolution, gain +1 Faith. Gain Faith: When a Pisces uncovers a hidden
governed by their emotion and intuition. The longest journey begins with a single step.
24 25 truth or reveals secret information, gain +1
Often congenial, sometimes moody, rarely Solemn and rational, a Capricorn seeks to
Faith point.