Beholder (astrology)

Note: This page is a part of the Faerûnian Astrology series.

Birthdates: Ches 20 - Tarsakh 19

Curious and perceptive, the Sign of the Beholder is defined by an unrelenting hunger for novelty, spectacle, and hidden truths. Those born under it are  constant observers, and are drawn to mysteries. They are adept at unraveling puzzles, and are rarely satisfied with surface-level answers.

This constant state of analysis can create an air of detachment, however, as if they stand slightly apart from the world around them. Though, in conversation, they are captivating companions and are always armed with compelling stories and anecdotes.

If born under the Sign of the Beholder...

Ability Scores. The following changes are made to your ability scores: +2 Intelligence, +1 Wisdom, -1 Strength, -1 Dexterity

Ideal Career. Individuals of the Sign of the Beholder tend to lean toward roles that reward observation and analysis such as scribes, investigators, codebreakers, and spies. You have a keen eye for patterns and hidden meanings. You gain proficiency in the Investigation skill. If you are already proficient in Investigation, you instead add double your proficiency bonus to checks they make with it. 

Keen Awareness. Ever watchful and attuned to changes in their surroundings, you have advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks made to detect hidden creatures or objects.

Birthstone - Agate. Agate is associated with vigilance and perceptive clarity. While wearing or carrying an agate worth at least 10 gp, you have advantage on saving throws against illusions.

CHARACTERISTICS

Personality Traits

d8
Personality Trait
1 I am always watching my surroundings, even when I appear relaxed.
2 I speak only after I have measured my words carefully.
3 I distrust easy answers and look for hidden meanings.
4 I prefer to observe rather than participate.
5 I keep my thoughts private and reveal little about myself.
6 I make contingency plans for nearly every situation.
7 I correct others when they overlook important details.
8 I fixate on inconsistencies until they are resolved.

 

Ideals

 d6
Ideal
1 Knowledge. The pursuit of truth is worth any cost. (Neutral)
2 Control. Order must be enforced so chaos never takes root. (Lawful)
3 Protection. Vigilance keeps the innocent safe from unseen dangers. (Good)
4 Dominance. The perceptive deserve to rule the blind. (Evil)
5 Independence. I refuse to be bound by the expectations of others. (Chaotic)
6 Preparation. Forethought is the key to survival in any situation. (Any)

 

Bonds

 d6
Bond
1 I guard a secret that could change everything if revealed.
2 I owe my life to someone who saw potential in my mind.
3 I seek to uncover a conspiracy that others refuse to acknowledge.
4 I watch over a person or place that depends on my vigilance.
5 I am compiling knowledge that I will one day use to reshape the world.
6 Someone once betrayed me; I will never be unprepared again.

Flaws

 d6
Flaw
1 I trust no one completely.
2 I overthink simple problems into complicated ones.
3 I struggle to admit when I am wrong.
4 I become agitated when events fall outside my plans.
5 I hoard information instead of sharing it.
6 I assume others are hiding something from me.