Traits

Character traits from SRD and custom campaigns. Filter by type or view all.

Trait Name	Category/Type	Requirements	Benefit	Source

Resilient	combat	—	Growing up in a poor neighborhood or in the unforgiving wilds often forced you to subsist on food and water from doubtful sources. You've built up your mettle as a …	Advanced Player's Guide
Reactionary	combat	—	You were bullied often as a child, but never quite developed an offensive response. Instead, you became adept at anticipating sudden attacks and reacting to danger quickly. You gain a …	Advanced Player's Guide
Killer	combat	—	You made your first kill at a very young age and found the task of war or murder to your liking. You either take particular pride in a well-placed blow, …	Advanced Player's Guide
Fencer	combat	—	You trained with blades for long hours as a youth, either taking lessons in the genteel art of fencing from tutors paid for by your parents or by being taken …	Advanced Player's Guide
Dirty Fighter	combat	—	You wouldn't have lived to make it out of childhood without the aid of a sibling, friend, or companion on whom you could always count to distract your enemies long …	Advanced Player's Guide
Deft Dodger	combat	—	Growing up in a rough neighborhood or a dangerous environment has honed your senses. You gain a +1 trait bonus on Reflex saves.	Advanced Player's Guide
Courageous	combat	—	Your childhood was brutal, yet you persevered primarily through force of will and faith that no matter how hard things might get, as long as you kept a level head …	Advanced Player's Guide
Bullied	combat	—	You were bullied often as a child, and you are now constantly ready to defend yourself with your fists when an enemy comes near. You gain a +1 trait bonus …	Advanced Player's Guide
Armor Expert	combat	—	You have worn armor as long as you can remember, either as part of your training to become a knight's squire or simply because you were seeking to emulate a …	Advanced Player's Guide
Anatomist	combat	—	You have studied the workings of anatomy, either as a student at university or as an apprentice mortician or necromancer. You know where to aim your blows to strike vital …	Advanced Player's Guide