Midwife

Source: UH Homebrew

As a midwife, you have spent years honing your skills in assisting with childbirth, understanding the intricate balance of life and death. Your role goes beyond mere assistance; you serve as a beacon of hope and life in your community. Whether in humble villages or bustling cities, your presence is revered, and your wisdom respected. This unique position has given you unrivaled insights into the human condition, as well as connections that can span generations and include both the joy of birth and the sorrow of loss.


NOTE: Some backgrounds have options to choose from. Please read carefully. You may not get every proficiency listed below, as some may be a choice between one or the other.

  • Stat Options (choose either +2 in one stat and +1 in another, OR +1 in all three): Dexterity, Constitution, Wisdom
  • Skill Proficiencies (your choice of TWO): Insight, Medicine, or Religion
  • Tool Proficiencies: Healer's Kit or Herbalism Kit
  • Languages: Two Standard languages of choice.

  • Background Keepsake: A small token from a past patient (value under 10gp.)
  • Background Gold: 10gp.

Origin Trait

Origin Skill Focus

You gain a +1 to two different Skills you are proficient in.


Suggested Characteristics

Midwives are compassionate, wise, and strong-willed. They possess an innate understanding of life's fragility and the beauty within each moment. This often instills in them a sense of purpose and a deep commitment to the well-being of families and communities.


Personality

Please select TWO from the list below.

d8 Personality Trait
1 I have an endless supply of patience and rarely rush to judgement.
2 My calm demeanor can soothe even the most panicked individual.
3 I often speak in metaphors and proverbs learned from my years of practice.
4 I have a story or old wives' tale for every occasion.
5 Laughter is my medicine; I wield humor to ease others' pain.
6 My hands are never still; I am constantly knitting or weaving when not working.
7 I take joy in quiet moments and cherish solitude.
8 I am fiercely protective of those in my care and will stand up to anyone who threatens them.

Ideal

Please select one from the list below.

d8 Ideal Trait
1 Life. Every life is precious and deserves a chance to bloom. (Good)
2 Community. Togetherness and support in a community nurture both body and spirit. (Neutral)
3 Tradition. The old ways have stood the test of time and must be preserved. (Lawful)
4 Freedom. Each birth is a new beginning and deserves to choose its path. (Chaotic)
5 Nature. The natural cycle of life is sacred and must be protected. (Neutral)
6 Resilience. Life is full of hardships; but overcoming them is what defines us. (Any)
7 Compassion. Showing kindness to others is the greatest gift. (Good)
8 Knowledge. There is always more to learn; especially from the wise and the experienced. (Any)

Bond

Please select one from the list below.

d8 Bond Trait
1 I am devoted to a former apprentice who looks up to me.
2 The community I serve is my family- and I will do anything to protect it.
3 I keep a journal of every birth I've attended- each entry reminding me of life’s wonders.
4 I owe my life to the midwife who raised me and taught me everything I know.
5 I have a deep connection to the land I work on; it sustains and inspires me.
6 A family heirloom passed down through generations- reminds me of my lineage.
7 I carry a small token from the first child I helped bring into the world.
8 I have sworn to safeguard an ancient secret about the origins of midwifery.

Flaw

Please select one from the list below.

d8 Flaw Trait
1 I can be overly critical of those who don't respect the cycle of life.
2 My reluctance to move quickly can sometimes delay necessary actions.
3 I am haunted by the one birth that ended in tragedy- questioning my every decision.
4 I hold grudges against those who have wronged my community.
5 I struggle to balance my personal needs with my duties to others.
6 I am stubbornly set in my ways and resistant to new ideas or technologies.
7 I sometimes interfere too much in the affairs of others- believing I know best.
8 My tendency to see the good in people often blinds me to their faults.