Chapter 0: The Scum of the Earth (Character Creation Part 2)
In which our Hero must decide what he remembers his family for, and if they have a worthy legacy to carry on.
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When you were born, your birth was that of an omen. The cross on your cheek was all some needed to think you were blessed by God and his Angels. Your mother was showered in praise, yet you were not so lucky.
They had expected much from you. Not your parents, they had been ones who were prepared to keep you safe and secure, as parents were. As much as they could, until they were gone, and you were forced to live alone.
But that was not what you remember of them, at least not always.
You remembered your Father and mother as:
[]A Scheming Bankers: Your Father was one of the wealthiest bankers in the Post Medici Florence, using the glut and the power vacuum that the family getting exiled out into the World to gather great wealth and power. But even his newfound power, and that of his influential friends, he could not be saved from vengeful assassins, agents of the Medici who sought the weakest link. They were murdered. But you are now under the care of your father's longtime assistant, a man whose loyalty is absolute, at least to his new young master. Vicente.
Pros:
-Begin with a home in the city, and wealth that your father had saved, along with assets in the city that you can call upon.
-Have a Loyal Servant, Vicente, to rely upon to protect you and to help you.
-Access to Education of numerous kinds.
Cons:
-Target of the Medici's Wrath. They wish to destroy any and all who had exiled them from their beloved Florence.
-Your Young Age means that the cities elite wishes to subvert you, steal your wealth, or kill you
-Assassins still wish to end you, as they wish to not return till you are dead.
[]Masterful Artisans: Your Father and mother were just ordinary craftsmen, however, they were skilled ones, versed in blacksmithing, architecture, and even Gunsmithing, perhaps even the best in Florence, even the best in Italy, if some were bold. They had been working until he was murdered, a rival shooting him and your mother as they returned from a meeting with one of the new leaders of the city. Two pistols right in the heart. The Murderer was going to kill you, but his weapon misfired, and the guards saved you. Now you were alone, in an empty workshop, and so many plans.
Pros:
-Certain stats and skills (Intelligence, engineering, and Marksmanship) Can be set to 10 during stat allocation.
-Begin with a Workshop, Material, Plans, and second-hand knowledge.
-Reputation of your father's work. Even the great nobles of Europe are watching you with interest.
Cons:
-A Ticking Clock: Your father's enemies wish to seize your workshop, and finish the job of destroying your family.
-Your Wealth is very limited and you are losing much every day, without income.
[]Brigands: Your Father was a Criminal. That much was certain. He loved to steal, take, and o provide for his family. He did not care so much about who he took from, only that he acted with honor and with restraint. Mother was a pickpocket, being able to fleece anyone with charms and wit, never harming anyone, and even returning some money when it was appropriate They were good people. Their captors did not believe in such things. They cut father's head off. And then they killed mother, her body breaking before her spirit. You were alone. A Stain on the world.
Pros:
-You are well versed in the seedy side of Florence.
-The Local Crimelords respected your parents, and for a time, will keep you safe.
-You have some of your father's favors to call in.
-Athletics and Subterfuge can be set to 10 on stat allocation
Cons:
-The local crime boss wishes you to join the fold soon.
-Some Favors might not be called in.
-The Guard will do everything in their power to get you arrested and exiled.
-Mother was very… known. And people will think twice in trusting you.
[]Write in (Up to the QM's Discretion)
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You were always special. Perhaps you know why?
Special Traits:
(Choose 1)
[]The Blood of Christ and God: You have always been enamored into the symbolism of your scar, and the church in general. Studying has made you friends in the church, and even the local bishop has taken interest in you.
[]The Street Rat: You have always believed those that are below the filth are the cleanest. They are friends and who understand everything in the city, even more than those who lead it. They see you as not just one of them but something more.
[]The Native Blood: Your Mother was from the New World, brought by Columbas and his expeditions as a captive and a trophy. When your mother was ill, father had taken her away from Madrid, and had indeed, made her his wife. When you were born, you had heard stories of your spirits, your gods. And they struck you in a way that Christ never did.
[]Blood of Warriors: You have the blood of soldiers in your veins, and never has anyone claimed otherwise. You will fight and die. But your battles will be your own.
[]Blood of the Dragon: Your destiny is something far more than just living a normal life. You will rise above all, as a conqueror. And nothing will stop you, not even Death.
[]Write in (Up to QM's Discretion.)
AN: Enjoy, and please, vote in plan format.
And yes, you are getting a little bit... creative for whatever trait you want.
