Here Be Taverns

  • Taverns
  • Characters
  • Magic Items
  • Mundane Items
  • Potions
  • Spells
  • Monsters
  • Angels
  • Vikings
  • Traps
  • Plot Hooks
  • Landmarks
  • FactionsPREMIUM
  • TownsPREMIUM
  • EncountersPREMIUM
  • All generators …
  • Oracle
  • Sword & Source Blog
  • Sign up
  • Created by Sword & Source
Here Be Taverns
Join the Discord
Oracle

Characters

Race

Fiona Whisperwind

Half-Elf Blacksmith ♀
Portrait of Fiona Whisperwind

They wear a pair of pristine spectacles.

Ideal: Anything is possible with the theives' guild at their beck and call.

Flaw: They enjoy violence.

Bond: They swore to bring a despotic ruler to justice.

“When I investigate and when I discover that the forces of the heavens and the planets are within ourselves, then truly I seem to be living among the gods.”

Brianna Zantus

Halfling Cardinal ♀
Portrait of Brianna Zantus

They have missing teeth.

Ideal: They would do anything for their gang.

Flaw: They are cheap.

Bond: The sacred texts must be protected.

“Had I been present at the Creation, I would have given some useful hints for the better ordering of the universe.”

Peter Hawkwing

Dwarf Brasier ♂
Portrait of Peter Hawkwing

They wear a pair of high-heeled slippers.

Ideal: A true patriot never follows their leaders blindly, and is considerate of their actions.

Flaw: They will always choose money.

Bond: Their business is a cornerstone of the community.

“A room with a view, if you don't mind.”

Jayson Connington

Tiefling Shepherd ♂
Portrait of Jayson Connington

They wear a pair of spectacles that are missing one eyepiece.

Ideal: Civility is only for those who haven't spent time out in the wilderness.

Flaw: They blindly seek revenge against a innocent-looking young child.

Bond: They abandoned their buisness to become an adventurer.

“Hey! Wanna buy this dagger?”

Ian Alhara

Halfling Woolwinder ♂
Portrait of Ian Alhara

They carry a steel beartrap at their hip.

Ideal: All that matters is going home at the end of the day.

Flaw: They always follow orders.

Bond: They once served food for the local royalty.

“A coin in the pocket is better than three in someone else's.”

Barty Duval

Tiefling Therapist ♂
Portrait of Barty Duval

They smell like clean linen.

Ideal: Anything is possible with faith.

Flaw: They have a strong paranoia about dwarves.

Bond: They secretly wish to be a bard.

“This ale tastes like cat piss.”

Dottie Todd

Elf Tattooist ♀
Portrait of Dottie Todd

They carry a small child on their back.

Ideal: They hold total respect for a rival nation.

Flaw: They never tell the whole truth.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to obtain forbidden knowledge.

“Against the disease of writing one must take special precautions, since it is a dangerous and contagious disease.”

Andrew Quinn

Elf Bard ♂
Portrait of Andrew Quinn

They have their arm in a sling.

Ideal: All that matters is opening a successful buisness.

Flaw: They have a bias against larger cities.

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to rescue those lost in the deep woods.

“And they were never heard from again...”

Gavin Potter

Human Bard ♂
Portrait of Gavin Potter

They have a prisoner's brand on their face.

Ideal: The true path to power is swift feet.

Flaw: They blame small accidents on "the fey folk".

Bond: They will do whatever it takes to prove they are the richest.

“You dankish fen-sucked clotpole!”

Character designs by

Avatar for Icarus Games Icarus Games

Character portraits by

Avatar for DM Heroes DM Heroes

NPC Generator with professions and personality

The Character Generator provides a name, personality quirk, and description of the NPC's motivations and bonds. It also includes portraits to inspire!

All the written content for Characters was designed by Icarus Games. The portraits were illustrated and generously provided for this project by DMHeroes.com. If you want to use any of the content, please read the terms first. Happy adventuring!

Tools and articles for TTRPG Fans

Sword & Source creates tools and content for Game Masters, Worldbuilders,
and Tabletop Roleplaying Fanatics.
Subscribe to our newsletter to explore fantasy gaming, improve your skills,
and get advanced access to future projects.

Random Generators

  • Taverns
  • Characters
  • Magic Items
  • Mundane Items
  • Potions
  • Spells
  • Monsters
  • Angels
  • Vikings
  • Traps
  • Plot Hooks
  • Landmarks
  • Factions
  • Towns
  • Encounters
  • Browse all generators

Resources for Game Masters

  • Storycraft - Mobile game for creative adventures with friends
  • Sword & Source - TTRPG Blog & Newsletter
  • LegendKeeper - Collaborative Worldbuilding Software
  • Quickstart Guide to Game Mastering
  • Novus Bestiary - 5e Monster Myths

ROMANTASY GAMES

  • Runes & Romance - Choose your romantasy story

Errata

  • Premium Generators
  • See what's new
  • SRDs
  • Want to use some content?
  • Privacy policy
  • Send feedback or say hi

  • Here Be Taverns is a project by
    Sword & Source
“Winter is coming.”
– George R.R. Martin, A Game of Thrones

Printed from www.herebetaverns.com

Here Be Taverns is a project by Sword & Source
Visit www.swordandsource.ca for more RPG resources