Hindrances (d50)

Nobody’s perfect—and flaws make better stories.

Roll or choose one. Hindrances are flaws, weaknesses, or limits that make your character more interesting - and earn you an extra feat at character creation.

d50	Hindrance	Effect
1	All Thumbs	Setback on delicate handwork (locks, traps, fine tools).
2	Arrogant	Setback on first-impression CHA checks; DC 12 WIS save to swallow an insult.
3	City-Bound	Setback on wilderness travel, survival, or navigation.
4	Clumsy	Setback on balance/acrobatics; on a fall, take +1 damage die.
5	Freeze Up	On first combat round, act last unless you pass DC 12 WIS save.
6	Skittish	Setback vs fear saves; when surprised, must move to cover if able.
7	Cursed	Start each session with –1 Boost Die (minimum 0).
8	Skeptical of Magic	Setback on CHA checks with obvious spellcasters/cults.
9	Tippler	At session start, roll d6: on 1, first Watch has Setback on DEX/balance checks.
10	Slow Study	Setback on INT recall/lore; training or research takes longer.
11	Compulsive Gambler	If downtime passes without betting, lose 1 Supply (squandered in games).
12	Unworldly	Setback on CHA checks in urban/noble settings (you seem rustic/strange).
13	Nightmares	Begin each day with 1 Fatigue unless you pass DC 12 WIS save.
14	Craven	At 0 HP, drop Prone and beg unless you pass DC 12 WIS save.
15	Dark Secret	If revealed, suffer Setback on reactions in that community until repaired.
16	Weak Stomach	DC 12 WIS save or vomit in gore/foul stench zones.
17	Bad Eye	Setback on ranged attacks.
18	Lame	Speed reduced 1 step (cannot run).
19	One Arm	Cannot use 2-handed weapons or shields.
20	Old War Wound	At combat start: DC 12 CON save or gain 1 Fatigue.
21	Frail	When you gain HP from leveling, roll HD with Setback.
22	Superstitious	Must follow taboos; break them → Setback on WIS saves until ritually cleansed.
23	Proud	Must answer insults; DC 12 WIS save to resist dueling/escalating.
24	Quirk	Odd mannerisms give Setback on CHA checks with strangers.
25	Distracted	Setback on surprise checks.
26	Ill Omen	Allies gain no Edge from your Rally or speeches.
27	Outcast	Setback on CHA checks in lawful/settled communities.
28	Weak Grip	On a natural 1 attack roll, drop your weapon.
29	Shaky Hands	Setback on ranged attacks and delicate work.
30	Hot-Headed	Always react aggressively to insults; DC 12 WIS save to avoid escalating.
31	Weak Constitution	Setback on saves vs poison, disease, or fatigue.
32	Unlucky Star	Once/session, Referee may force you to reroll a success (keep new result).
33	Poor Hearing	Setback on sound/perception checks.
34	Poor Vision	Setback on sight/perception checks.
35	Slow	Always act last in initiative unless Edge is granted.
36	Stubborn	Cannot back down; DC 12 WIS save to retreat.
37	Wanted	Pursued by law or bounty hunters.
38	Gullible	DC 12 WIS save to resist obvious scams/lies.
39	Fear of Magic	DC 12 WIS save to avoid panic when witnessing spells.
40	Fear of Beasts	DC 12 WIS save to avoid panic near monstrous animals.
41	Fear of Undead	DC 12 WIS save to avoid panic when undead appear.
42	Fear of Darkness	Always need a light source; in darkness, Setback on all checks.
43	Fear of Open Spaces	Setback on saves/checks in plains, deserts, or wide areas.
44	Fear of Water	DC 12 WIS save to enter deep water; Setback on Swim checks.
45	Fear of Heights	DC 12 WIS save near cliffs or ledges; Setback on climbing.
46	Poor Manners	Setback on CHA checks with nobles/authority.
47	Marked by Fate	Once/session, Referee may impose a grim omen or minor misfortune.
48	In Debt	Start owing 5d10×10 gp to a faction (guild, cult, noble, moneylender). They will collect.
49	Enemy	Roll or choose a faction that hunts you.
50	Paranoid	Always suspicious: Setback on CHA checks when meeting new people.