Red Tree of Grudges Backgrounds: Lineages, Secrets & Character Creation
Start with a Background That Shapes Your Story
If you’re creating a character for The Red Tree of Grudges, the first step is choosing one of the unique Red Tree of Grudges backgrounds. These character options are tightly woven into the setting, giving your adventurer deep roots in the frozen land—and ties to the mysteries and grudges that define it.
These five backgrounds provide narrative flavor, mechanical inspiration, and plenty of roleplay fuel.
Choose one that you like then follow the link to get what you need to create your character.
1. Klavekian Explorer
Your Roots: You hail from the distant Klavek Empire, trained or tasked to explore, conquer, or catalog this untamed land.
Hooks: You might be a loyal agent—or a deserter hiding in plain sight. Alternatively, you could be a scholar caught in a political trap.
Secrets: Your mission may not be what it seems.
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2. Rybalkan Vikmordere
Your Roots: You were born in Rybalka or its surrounding forests, raised by elders who speak with spirits and remember every grudge.
Hooks: Locals either trust you, know you well—or fear what you’ve seen.
Secrets: Because of this deep familiarity, you may have witnessed a crime the town would rather forget.
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3. Umzear Vikmordere
Your Roots: You grew up among the Umzear, a culture deeply connected to nature and ancestral spirits.
Hooks: You feel what others cannot—the land’s grief, the spirits’ anger.
Secrets: In fact, you might have heard the Red Tree speak your name.
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4. Wo’Cla Vikmordere
Your Roots: Raised by mystics and arcanists, you were encouraged to seek out hidden knowledge and forbidden truths.
Hooks: You actively pursue secrets others avoid. But will they corrupt or free you?
Secrets: You may already be unraveling—touched by something not of this world.
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5. Northern Raider
Your Roots: Among the northern clans, you survived by force and cunning. Raiding wasn’t a crime—it was a way of life.
Hooks: You’ve taken lives, stolen supplies, and shed blood for survival.
Secrets: As a result, you’re known in more places than you’d like—some want your respect, others your head.
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Lineages and Cultures for Red Tree of Grudges Backgrounds
While any D&D 2024 race or lineage might technically work, the best Red Tree of Grudges backgrounds align with the regional cultures. Each ancestry or heritage brings tension and richness to the setting.
- Human (Vikmordere): Spiritual, reclusive, and fiercely tied to ancestral tradition.
- Human (Klavekian): Outsiders from the Empire, often arrogant or naïve in the eyes of locals.
- Tiefling: Mistrusted. You may be a feared outcast—or a reluctant ally. Origins in Dark Wood.
- Orc & Half-Orc (Northern Raiders): Warriors, raiders, and survivors. Fiercely loyal to those they trust.
- Outsiders: Elves (drow), dwarves, and others are rare here. Expect fear, superstition, or prejudice—and a chance to prove yourself.
💡 More D&D 2024 ancestry options: Character Origins.
Secrets, Superstitions & the Red Tree’s Whisper
One of the most compelling elements of Red Tree of Grudges backgrounds is the expectation that your character harbors secrets.
- Are you connected to the tree—or the spirits beneath it?
- Do you hold a grudge against another character, family, or clan?
- Could your past sins come back to haunt the party?
Optional Flavor: Languages, Feats & Faiths
To further customize your Red Tree of Grudges background, consider these extras:
Languages
- Vikmordere – Spiritual, ancient, and not commonly taught
- Klavekian (Common) – Language of the Empire
- Orcish – Practical among raiders and mercenaries
Feats
- Arctic Acclimation – You’ve adapted to snow, ice, and harsh winds
- Tavern Brawler – Especially useful for rough characters like Raiders
Faiths
- Ancestor Spirit – A belief in rebirth, tradition, and nature
- Axiomatic General – A lawful philosophy rooted in discipline and divine strategy
Final Thoughts: Make Your Character Matter
The Red Tree doesn’t need another hero.
It remembers sinners, survivors, and secrets.
Make sure your character has a reason to stay—even if it’s a reason they’re running from. The best Red Tree of Grudges backgrounds blend personal story, regional tension, and eerie mystery.
Want More?
🧭 Explore more free content in the Player’s Content for The Red Tree of Grudges, including bonus feats, survival mechanics, and more.
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