Raised in Craysilt
Tellus' Standard Reference
You grew up in a city where rules were air and silence was safety. You learned early how to stand, where to sit, when to speak, and when not to exist at all. Authority was never abstract to you; it had a uniform, a desk, and a stamp. Whether you served the system, slipped through its cracks, or quietly planned your exit, Craysilt shaped you into someone who understands that power rarely announces itself loudly.
Feature: Paper is Power
You know how official systems think. When dealing with guards, clerks, inspectors, or other bureaucratic authorities, you can usually determine who actually has decision-making power and who is merely enforcing procedure.
In addition, you can secure minor legal accommodations for yourself and your companions such as temporary permits, audience requests, or delayed inspections, provided you do not openly break the law or draw significant attention. These accommodations never last indefinitely and may create future obligations.
The Empire does not forget favors. Neither do you.
Suggested Characteristics
Use these tables or roll to reflect how Craysilt taught you to survive.| Roll | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I speak carefully, even among friends |
| 2 | I always know where the exits are |
| 3 | I follow rules instinctively, then decide which ones matter |
| 4 | I’m unfazed by authority figures; I’ve seen worse behind desks |
| 5 | I collect small details others ignore |
| 6 | I smile when nervous. It confuses people |
| Roll | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Order. Chaos hurts the innocent first. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Freedom. Control only works if people accept it. I don’t. (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Survival. Ideals are luxuries; staying alive is not. (Neutral) |
| 4 | Justice. Laws are tools. They should cut the right way. (Good) |
| 5 | Stability. Change must be managed carefully. (Lawful) |
| 6 | Truth. Someone has to remember what really happened. (Any) |
| Roll | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I left someone behind who couldn’t leave Craysilt. |
| 2 | A guild, office, or household still thinks I belong to them. |
| 3 | I carry papers that would ruin someone important. |
| 4 | I owe my freedom to a quiet favor I never repaid. |
| 5 | I protect others who don’t know how to navigate the system. |
| 6 | I keep records, even when it’s dangerous. |
| Roll | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | I hesitate too long before acting openly. |
| 2 | I expect betrayal and sometimes cause it. |
| 3 | I struggle to trust unregulated kindness. |
| 4 | I freeze when rules suddenly don’t apply. |
| 5 | I underestimate people who seem powerless. |
| 6 | I still think like the city is watching. |
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