There's nothing I like more than a good mystery.

Even my competitors said I was affable and talented. Those traits should serve me well.

I express affection or contempt in ways that are unfamiliar to others.

I enjoy being out in nature; poor weather never sours my mood.

I plan for every contingency. Leave nothing to chance!

I never stop smiling.

I have a joke for every occasion, especially occasions where humor is inappropriate.

I feel far more comfortable around animals than people.

I must know the answer to every secret. No door remains unopened in my presence.

I'm a snob who looks down on those who can't appreciate fine art.

I've enjoyed fine food, drink, and high society among my temple's elite. Rough living grates on me.

I've been part of the adventuring life since I was old enough to walk. Let me explain a few things to you.

I eat like a pig and have bad manners.

I love to trade banter and gibes.

I have always tried to make the best of a bad situation.

I prefer the company of those who aren't like me, including people of other races

I bluntly say what others are hinting at or hiding.

I love sketching and designing objects, especially boats.

I'm a born gambler who can't resist taking a risk for a potential payoff.

Nothing can shake my optimistic attitude.

I enjoy being strong and like breaking things.

I sleep with my back to a wall or tree, with everything I own wrapped in a bundle in my arms.

The job is important, but the relationships I forge with my coworkers are even more so.

I am always working on some project or other.

I feel most at peace during physical exertion, be it exercise or battle.

The first thing I do in a new place is note the locations of everything valuable—or where such things could be hidden.

I get bitter if I'm not the center of attention.

The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I can't do it.

I have a strong sense of fair play and always try to find the most equitable solution to arguments.

No risk is too great for the rewards of defeating my enemies... and taking their stuff.

I don't like to get my hands dirty, and I won't be caught dead in unsuitable accommodations.

I have a strong code of honor or sense of propriety that others don't comprehend.

By living among violent people, I have become desensitized to violence.

I can find common ground between the fiercest enemies, empathizing with them and always working toward peace.

Despite my noble birth, I do not place myself above other folk. We all have the same blood.

To prosper, you have to be in control.

I connect everything that happens to me to a grand, cosmic plan.

My friends are my crew; we sink or float together.

I have a crude sense of humor.

When I arrive at a new settlement for the first time, I must learn all its customs.

I have my own ideas about what is and is not food, and I find the eating habits of those around me fascinating, confusing, or revolting.

The customer is always right.

I didn't have the cutthroat attitude necessary to succeed. I won't make that mistake again.

I was cutting corners and breaking deals to maximize profit. That's why I failed.

Nobody stays angry at me or around me for long, since I can defuse any amount of tension.

My heart wasn't in being a merchant, so I failed. I'm not all that keen on adventuring either, but I need the money.

I have different assumptions from those around me concerning personal space, blithely invading others' space in innocence, or reacting to ignorant invasion of my own.

I don't mind getting my hands dirty.

Anything worth doing is worth doing best.

I judge people by their actions, not their words.

Traps don't make me nervous. Idiots who trigger traps make me nervous.

I might fail, but I will never give up.

When I set my mind to something, I follow through no matter what gets in my way.

I... speak... slowly... when talking... to idiots,... which... almost... everyone... is... compared... to me.

I'm happier in a dusty old tomb than I am in the centers of civilization.

My parent taught me a sense of duty. I strive to uphold it, even when the odds are against me.

I love gold but won't cheat a friend.

I get bored easily. When am I going to get on with my destiny?

I'm easily startled, but I'm not a coward.

My eloquent flattery makes everyone I talk to feel like the most wonderful and important person in the world.

I stretch the truth for the sake of a good story.

I'm not afraid of hard work—in fact, I prefer it.

Obstacles exist to be overcome.

I enjoy doing things others believe to be impossible.

I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me.

If I can be everyone's friend, I'll always have support.

I think of everything in terms of monetary value.

I think anyone who's nice to me is hiding evil intent.

I have a daily exercise routine that I refuse to break.

I'm used to the very best in life, and that's a hard habit to break.

I would risk life and limb to discover a new culture or unravel the secrets of a dead one.

I'm quick to jump to extreme solutions. Why risk a lesser option not working?

I become cantankerous and quiet in the rain.

No one can fake a smile, a handshake, or an interested nod like I can.

Fame is more important to me than money.

I take great pains to always look my best and follow the latest fashions.

I laugh heartily, feel deeply, and fear nothing.

I'm always picking things up, absently fiddling with them, and sometimes accidentally breaking them.

I don't like to sit idle.

You might think I'm a scholar, but I love a good brawl. These fists were made for punching.

Flattery is my preferred trick for getting what I want.

I'm extremely fond of puzzles.

I would rather make a new friend than a new enemy.

I watch over my friends as if they were a litter of newborn pups.

I never pass up a friendly wager.

I enjoy sailing into new ports and making new friends over a flagon of ale.

I can't believe I have a chance to join Acquisitions Incorporated! The fun I'm going to have!

I've lost so much to gambling that I refuse to spend money on anything anymore.

I keep multiple holy symbols on me and invoke whatever deity might come in useful at any given moment.

I love a good insult, even one directed at me.

Whenever I come to a new place, I collect local rumors and spread gossip.

I am working on a grand philosophical theory and love sharing my ideas.

I have no qualms about stealing from the dead.

I've been isolated for so long that I rarely speak, preferring gestures and the occasional grunt.

I don't part with my money easily and will haggle tirelessly to get the best deal possible.

I ask a lot of questions.

I work hard; nature offers no handouts.

I love being on the water but hate fishing.

Living up to my legacy will be difficult, but I'm going to do it.

I'm haunted by memories of war. I can't get the images of violence out of my mind.

I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success.

I fall in and out of love easily, and am always pursuing someone.

If someone is in trouble, I'm always ready to lend help.

I will never get out of my famous parent's shadow, and no one else will ever understand this burden.

I hide scraps of food and trinkets away in my pockets.

I'm a hopeless romantic, always searching for that "special someone".

I am horribly, horribly awkward in social situations.

I like to squeeze into small places where no one else can get to me.

I'm well known for my work, and I want to make sure everyone appreciates it. I'm always taken aback when people haven't heard of me.

I idolize a particular hero of my faith, and constantly refer to that person's deeds and example.

I'm full of inspiring and cautionary tales from my military experience relevant to almost every combat situation.

I'm confident in my own abilities and do what I can to instill confidence in others.

I pocket anything I see that might have some value.

The common folk love me for my kindness and generosity.

It's only a matter of time before I'll be upper management. I just have to kiss up to my superiors and kick down those beneath me.

I'm one of Lady Luck's favored. Anything I try is destined to succeed.

The law doesn't protect the honest and the hard working. I'm going to do whatever needs to be done to make things right.

I have a lesson for every situation, drawn from observing nature.

Nothing rattles me; I have a lie for every occasion.

I'm willing to listen to every side of an argument before I make my own judgment.

I love talking and being heard more than I like to listen.

My favor, once lost, is lost forever.

I've lost too many friends, and I'm slow to make new ones.

I can't be sure who I've swindled, cheated, or defeated, so I keep a low profile in public.

I have morbid interests and a macabre aesthetic.

I always want to know how things work and what makes people tick.

I misuse long words in an attempt to sound smarter.

I'm convinced that people are always trying to steal my secrets.

I know this dagger belongs to the company, but I'm sure they won't miss it. Or this flask. Or this armor.

I change my mood or my mind as quickly as I change key in a song.

I am no common criminal; I am a mastermind.

Thinking is for other people. I prefer action.

I dislike bargaining; state your price and mean it.

Nothing is more important than life, and I never leave anyone in danger.

Nothing is certain. Planning is a coward's act.

I often get lost in my own thoughts and contemplation, becoming oblivious to my surroundings.

I see omens in every event and action. The gods try to speak to us, we just need to listen.

I have beaten my addiction, but all it takes is one weak moment and I'll be back at the card table.

Never pass up the opportunity to make an easy bit of coin. That's my motto.

Every copper wants to be a silver. Each bet is an opportunity.

I once ran twenty-five miles without stopping to warn to my clan of an approaching orc horde. I'd do it again if I had to.

I never accept that I'm out of my depth.

I know I'm not the best and brightest, but if I put my best self forward, I can overcome anything.

I'm a pack rat who never throws anything away.

I like a job well done, especially if I can convince someone else to do it.

I lie about almost everything, even when there's no reason to.

I'm used to helping out those who aren't as smart as I am, and I patiently explain anything and everything to others.

I prefer to solve problems without violence, but I finish fights decisively.

The perfect bet is out there somewhere. I just have to keep my eyes open.

I'll settle for nothing less than perfection.

I have a personal ritual, mantra, or relaxation method I use to deal with stress.

I don't like to bathe.

I use polysyllabic words that convey the impression of great erudition.

I get irritated if people praise someone else and not me.

I speak rarely but mean every word I say.

I need long stretches of quiet to clear my head.

I was, in fact, raised by wolves.

No one could doubt by looking at my regal bearing that I am a cut above the unwashed masses.

I don't pay attention to the risks in a situation. Never tell me the odds.

My language is as foul as an otyugh nest.

If you do me an injury, I will crush you, ruin your name, and salt your fields.

Sarcasm and insults are my weapons of choice.

A pipe, an ale, and the smell of the sea: paradise.

When the sea is within my sight, my mood is jovial and optimistic.

I have an endless supply of cautionary tales related to the sea.

I enjoy doing things others believe to be impossible.

I've spent so long in the temple that I have little practical experience dealing with people in the outside world.

I blow up at the slightest insult.

A signature piece of clothing or distinct weapon serves as an emblem of who I am.

When I get an idea, I am single-minded in its execution—even if it's a terrible idea.

I am incredibly slow to trust. Those who seem the fairest often have the most to hide.

I begin or end my day with small traditional rituals that are unfamiliar to those around me.

My superiors are smarter and wiser than I am. I do what I'm told.

I know a story relevant to almost every situation.

I honor my deities through practices that are foreign to this land.

I laugh loudly and see the humor in stressful situations.

My former boss was an idiot. So was my boss before that. And before that. I'm sure those were all coincidences.

I had an encounter that I believe gives me a special affinity with a supernatural creature or event.

I place no stock in wealthy or well-mannered folk. Money and manners won't save you from a hungry owlbear.

When I see others struggling, I offer to help.

I'm beginning to feel like the gods are not on my side.

This company is so much better than my previous one. It will always be the best until they stop paying me.

Luck favors me, and I take risks others might not.

I can stare down a hell hound without flinching.

I thrive under pressure.

I quote (or misquote) sacred texts and proverbs in almost every situation.

I feel tremendous empathy for all who suffer.

I've seen enough of the adventuring life to have realistic expectations and empathy for my peers.

I compulsively seek to collect trophies of my travels and victories.

I am tolerant (or intolerant) of other faiths and respect (or condemn) the worship of other gods.

I'm oblivious to etiquette and social expectations.

I let people underestimate me, revealing my full competency only to those close to me.

I am unmoved by the wrath of nature.

My previous employer didn't respect me, and now I'll do whatever I can to gain respect.

I am utterly serene, even in the face of disaster.

I am dependable.

My friends know they can rely on me, no matter what.

I'm driven by a wanderlust that led me away from home.

I would rather observe than meddle

I'm always polite and respectful.

I always have a plan for when things go wrong.

I've read every book in the world's greatest libraries—or I like to boast that I have.

I'm a stickler when it comes to observing proper etiquette and local customs

The leader of my community had something wise to say on every topic, and I am eager to share that wisdom.

I'm full of witty aphorisms and have a proverb for every occasion.

I'm rude to people who lack my commitment to hard work and fair play.

I work hard so that I can play hard when the work is done.

The job is everything to me. Who needs relaxation, hobbies, and a social life?

I like to talk at length about my profession.

It doesn't matter if the whole world's against me. I'll always do what I think is right.

Rich folk don't know the satisfaction of hard work.

I'm always in the wrong place at the wrong time.

I've been wronged my entire life, and the world owes me.

To me, a tavern brawl is a nice way to get to know a new city.