The Scars of War

The Last War left many marks on the face of Khorvaire, from the gaping wound of the Mournland to the new borders carved into the political landscape. Of far more immediate import to most, however, are the scars it left on those who fought during the seemingly endless conflict. Presented here is an array of lingering injuries — physical, mental, and emotional — you can apply to convey the war’s impact on your character. Note that these are entirely role-playing hints and suggestions, not mechanical alterations. If you want your character’s physical or mental nature to reflect these scars, that’s a laudable goal, and there are plenty of ways to do so. You might give a character with a limp a relatively low Dexterity. A disfigured character might have low Charisma. If your DM makes use of such systems, consider choosing some appropriate flaws. Ultimately, however, any such mechanical details are up to you; the scars presented here do not automatically impose them.
Don’t take these personality quirks too far. They’re intended to add to the roleplaying experience, not to provide an excuse to irritate the other players at the table or to hog the spotlight. They’re best used in moderation; think of them as spice to jazz up your character, not as a main course.