Ettin (astrology)

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Birthdates: Mirtul 20 - Kythorn 19

Restless and divided, people born under the Sign of the Ettin are marked by inner duality. They often seem pulled between extremes of life. They are capable of remarkable compassion in one breath and startling aggression in the next. Their emotions run deep and are fierce; joy, anger, love, and grief are all experienced at full intensity.

Dramatic, passionate, and instinct-driven, they are quick to act and rarely second-guess themselves. This impulsiveness draws others in just as readily as it provokes conflict. Whether offering unexpected generosity or charging headlong into confrontation, they would much rather trust their gut than wait through thoughtful deliberation.

If born under the Sign of the Ettin...

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

Ideal Career. Individuals of the Sign of the Ettin tend to lean toward roles that reward strength and endurance such as laborers, soldiers, caravan guards, pit fighters, and mercenaries. Guided by instinct rather than calculation, you possess nimble hands and quick reactions. You gain proficiency in the Sleight of Hand skill. If already proficient, you instead add double your proficiency bonus to checks made with it.

Focused Under Pressure. Accustomed to balancing conflicting impulses, you can steady yourself when it matters most. You gain proficiency with thieves' tools. If already proficient, you instead add double your proficiency bonus to ability checks made using thieves' tools.

Birthstone - Opal. Opal is associated with spontaneity and sudden fortune. While wearing or carrying an opal worth at least 10 gp, you gain a +1 bonus to AC against opportunity attacks.