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Archives of Nethys

Archives of Nethys

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GM Core / Chapter 5: Treasure Trove / Relics / Discovering a Relic

Background Relics

Source GM Core pg. 308 2.0
A background relic is tied to the history of a character, and its form and abilities should draw inspiration from the story of their character’s life or the past of the item. The relic could be a gift from a friend or mentor, an heirloom from the character’s family, a found object from their upbringing, or even the first item they ever crafted. The player should select the form of the relic (a battered longsword, a copper ring, or a threadbare red cloak, for example).