Goetiologist in Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Goetiologist
Your study of Fiends (Devils and Demons) as well as their kin has pushed you to learn a vast amount about these creatures. What drives you to study Fiends? Is it for revenge, knowledge sake, raw curiosity, perhaps even to strike a Covenant with the very creatures you study. Regardless, you now find that your studies and pursuits have pushed you to leave your old life behind and take up this adventure.
Choose A or B:
(A) Quarterstaff, Calligrapher's Supplies, Book (Goetia), Parchment (8 sheets), Robe, 8 GP
(B) 50 GP
5e
Ars Goetia. When recalling information about fiends, you have +2 to Knowledge (intelligence) checks to do so.
5.5e
Ability Scores: Intelligence, Wisdom, Charisma
Feat: Magic Initiate (Cleric)
Goetiologists seek out knowledge fundamentally, as it's the most valuable thing too them. Some are just curious, while others have a true purpose in their pursuit. Some are cunning, while others spontaneous. What are you?
| d8 | Potential Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I boast about my vast wealth of knowledge constantly. |
| 2 | I offer aid to those who need help from an expert. |
| 3 | I hide my identity frequently, at to not garner the attention of my topics of study. |
| 4 | I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition. |
| 5 | I can't speak to others very well, but will ramble on and on about Goetiology, it's very interesting you see. |
| 6 | I must know every strength and weakness of my allies and enemies. |
| 7 | I always find a loop hole, after all, what's a battle of wits without a bit of misdirection. |
| 8 | Power always comes at a price, even if you don't see it yet. I always weigh every choice I make. |
| d6 | Potential Ideals |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Lawful) I will understand the inner workings of the universe and why evil exists. |
| 2 | (Good) My knowledge is a tool used to help others. I don't want others to be harmed or taken advantage of. |
| 3 | (Neutral) I have learned a great deal in my time, others should do the same to protect themselves too. |
| 4 | (Evil) Now that I know their tricks, they will bend a knee to me. Knowledge is power. |
| 5 | (Chaotic) The whims of curiosity brings me to many new experiences. Some times curiosity kills the cat. |
| 6 | (Any) Learning is it's own reward. |
| d6 | Potential Bonds |
|---|---|
| 1 | I have an apprentice (or loved one) that I must save at whatever cost. |
| 2 | My studies in Fiends is a tool to try and get out of a covenant I made with a Devil long ago. |
| 3 | My secret questions will be answered. |
| 4 | I wish to publish all my findings some day so that no one else falls prey to these creatures. |
| 5 | I want to find the Fiend that ruined my life, and make them pay. |
| 6 | I'm trying to translate a strange (or ancient) text I found while researching with little luck. |
| d6 | Potential Flaws |
|---|---|
| 1 | I want to be smarter and therefore better then everyone else. |
| 2 | I lack trust in others. Been burned one too many times. |
| 3 | I can't let someone be taken advantage of. |
| 4 | Those that wronged me while suffer, and in the end, they WILL know that it was me. |
| 5 | I often get too exited and ramble on about things I really shouldn't |
| 6 | The most complicated version of things is how I solve problems, even when a simple solution or answer is best. |
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