# Entertainer (or Gladiator)
> *You thrive in front of an audience. You know how to entrance them, entertain them, and even inspire them.*
**Feature — By Popular Demand:** You can always find a place to perform at an inn, tavern, circus, court, or other performance venue. At such a place, you receive free lodging and food of modest quality as long as you perform each night. In addition, your performance makes you something of a local figure; you can find locals who recognize you.
> [!note] Variant — Gladiator
> A Gladiator is an entertainer of the arena. Replace *By Popular Demand* with an equivalent feature focused on pit fights, blood sports, and arena fandoms. Replace 'one type of Musical Instrument' for a simple or martial weapon (with which you are proficient) of your choice.
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| **Equipment** | - One musical instrument (of your choice)<br>- a costume,<br>- the favor of an admirer (love letter, lock of hair, or trinket), <br>- 10 🅖 |
| **Languages** | - None |
| **Skills** | - [[Acrobatics]]<br>- [[Performance]] |
| **Tools** | - [[Disguise Kit]], <br>- one type of Musical Instrument |
**Entertainment Routine Options**
| **d8** | **Entertainment Routines** |
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| 1 | Actor |
| 2 | Dancer |
| 3 | Fire-eater |
| 4 | Jester |
| 5 | Juggler |
| 6 | Instrumentalist |
| 7 | Poet |
| 8 | Singer |
| 9 | Storyteller |
| 10 | Tumbler |
> [!note] Roleplay Hooks
> - What type of performer are you?
> - Who was your greatest fan — or your greatest rival?
> - What scandalous event forced you off the stage?
**Optional Characteristics**
| **d6** | **[[Bonds]]** |
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| 1 | My instrument is my most treasured possession, and it reminds me of someone I love. |
| 2 | Someone stole my precious instrument, and someday I’ll get it back. |
| 3 | I want to be famous, whatever it takes. |
| 4 | I idolize a hero of the old tales and measure my deeds against that person’s. |
| 5 | I will do anything to prove myself superior to my hated rival. |
| 6 | I would do anything for the other members of my old troupe. |
| **d6** | **[[Flaws]]** |
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| 1 | I’ll do anything to win fame and renown. |
| 2 | I’m a sucker for a pretty face. |
| 3 | A scandal prevents me from ever going home again. That kind of trouble seems to follow me around. |
| 4 | I once satirized a noble who still wants my head. It was a mistake that I will likely repeat. |
| 5 | I have trouble keeping my true feelings hidden. My sharp tongue lands me in trouble. |
| 6 | Despite my best efforts, I am unreliable to my friends. |
| **d6** | **[[Ideals]]** |
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| 1 | Beauty. When I perform, I make the world better than it was. (Good) |
| 2 | Tradition. The stories, legends, and songs of the past must never be forgotten, for they teach us who we are. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Creativity. The world is in need of new ideas and bold action. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | Greed. I’m only in it for the money and fame. (Evil) |
| 5 | People. I like seeing the smiles on people’s faces when I perform. That’s all that matters. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Honesty. Art should reflect the soul; it should come from within and reveal who we really are. (Any) |
| **d8** | **[[Personality Traits]]** |
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| 1 | I know a story relevant to almost every situation. |
| 2 | Whenever I come to a new place, I collect local rumors and spread gossip. |
| 3 | I’m a hopeless romantic, always searching for that “special someone.” |
| 4 | Nobody stays angry at me or around me for long, since I can defuse any amount of tension. |
| 5 | I love a good insult, even one directed at me. |
| 6 | I get bitter if I’m not the center of attention. |
| 7 | I’ll settle for nothing less than perfection. |
| 8 | I change my mood or my mind as quickly as I change key in a song. |
*– Player’s Handbook (2014)*