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Near Death Table

This table is the last chance to cheat death, but not without constantly being reminded of your near death experience. The only way to undo the traumatic experience is with a Wish spell.


Roll 1d20EffectPunishment
1Death laughsRoll twice and take both results.
2Lose an arm-1d4 STR and -1d4 DEX. Can no longer wield 2-handed or duel wield.
3Robbed while unconsciousLose ALL items on person and in the Bag of Holding
4Major concussionInstantly lose a level.
5Scattered nerve atrophyLose proficiency in martial weapon, medium armor, heavy armor and shields.
6Long term memory lossLose proficiency in 4 skills.
7Develop Neurosis-1d6 CHA
8Develop debilitating arthritisLose your 1st level feat.
9Develop an autoimmune disorder-1d6 CON
10Major leg injuryMovement speed reduced to 20 feet.
11Acute nerve damage-1d6 STR
12Develop peripheral neuropathy-1d6 DEX.
13Slight concussion causes dementia-1d6 INT
14Major spleen traumaLose 30% of total health. (rounded up)
15Acquire vertigoCan no longer wield 2-handed, shields or duel wield.
16Short term memory lossLose your last learned feat
17Concussion causes cloudiness-1d6 WIS
18StrokeUnlearn all languages except Common
19Minor concussion causing sporadic weaknessLose 1 proficiency of the player's choice
20Small scarNone

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