Nepo Baby
Some say the old-fashioned way to earn your fortune is to inherit it. As a Nepo Baby, you did just that. Born into the lap of luxury within the corporate-choked skies of the Kopav Alliance, you were raised with boardroom whispers and silver-plated expectations. In a meritocracy that favors innovation and legacy, your last name opens doors before you even knock. The world sees you not just as an individual—but as a brand waiting to launch.
Origin
- You were born into one of the wealthier corporate families of the Kopav Alliance.
- You've been groomed for success, whether you like it or not, and carry the benefits—and burdens—of inherited influence.
Core Traits Overview
Ability Scores | Feat | Skill Proficiencies | Tool Proficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|
Charisma |
Skilled |
Choose 1: History or Deception |
Any musical instrument or gaming set |
Wisdom |
Choose 1: Persuasion or Religion |
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Intelligence |
Languages
- Common
- One additional language reflective of elite education
Equipment
Choose one:- Option A: One set of traveler’s clothes, one set of fine clothes, one musical instrument or gaming set you are proficient with, a personalized engraved piece of jewelry (10 gp), a pouch containing 10 gp
- Option B: 50 gp
Background Feat
- Skilled: You gain proficiency in three skills of your choice.
Feature: Potential
- You are widely recognized as the child of a successful and influential figure in the Kopav Alliance.
- Your family name carries weight, granting you the benefit of the doubt in professional, noble, or upper-class circles.
- You may receive invitations, leniency, or social leverage in places where your parents’ influence is known or respected.
Inheritance (Roll Table)
| d8 | Object or Item |
|---|---|
1 | A document such as a map, a letter, or a journal |
2–3 | A trinket (see “Trinkets” in chapter 5 of the Player’s Handbook) |
4 | An article of clothing |
5 | A piece of jewelry |
6 | An arcane book or formulary |
7 | A written story, song, poem, or secret |
8 | A tattoo or other body marking |
Suggested Characteristics
- A Nepo Baby is the child of a successful businessfolk, for better or for worse. Most Nepo Babies look on their privileged origins as a virtue, not a shortcoming, but not everyone feels that way about them.
d8 Personality Trait | d6 Ideal | d6 Bond | d6 Flaw |
|---|---|---|---|
I judge people by their actions, not their words. |
Respect. People deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. (Good) |
I have a family, but I have no idea where they are. One day, I hope to see them again. |
I’m a workaholic, and can be single-minded and irritating. |
If someone is in trouble, I’m always ready to lend help. |
Service. The system works because it allows people to succeed, and then they ‘pay it forward.’ (Lawful) |
I worked hard to succeed, and will keep working hard to stay on top. |
I’m convinced of the significance of my destiny, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure. |
When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way. |
Freedom. Business is business, and Free Enterprise must be truly free for it to work. (Chaotic) |
Someone in power once gave me a horrible beating, and I will take my revenge on any bully I encounter. |
The people who knew me when I was young know my shameful secret, so I can never go home again. |
I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments. |
Might. If I become powerful, I can take what I want—what I deserve. (Evil) |
My tools are symbols of my past life, and I carry them so that I will never forget my roots. |
I have a weakness for the vices available to those with wealth and power. |
I’m confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others. |
Sincerity. There’s no good in pretending to be something I’m not. (Neutral) |
I protect those who cannot protect themselves, because that’s what being a leader is. |
Secretly, I believe that things would be better if I were the one running things. |
Thinking is for other people. I prefer action. |
Destiny. Nothing and no one can steer me away from my higher calling. (Any) |
I wish my childhood sweetheart had come with me to pursue my destiny. |
I have trouble trusting in my allies, because frankly? I know best. |
I misuse long words in an attempt to sound smarter. |
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I get bored easily. When am I going to get on with my destiny? |