Stoic

Stoic societies place high value on reason and discourage reactionary thinking. While members of a stoic culture can appear unfeeling and dispassionate, this is usually the result of behavioral control and emotional suppression.

Those brought up in a stoic culture are often highly trained in scientific principles, and value knowledge and expertise. Society is emphasized over the individual, and personal glory or aggrandization is frowned upon, as is the unnecessary accumulation of wealth and material possessions.

Stoic cultures are generally law-abiding and non-violent. However, while pacifism is a desired trait, self-defense is regarded as a logical and necessary practice both on an individual and a societal level.

Characters raised in a stoic culture share a variety of traits in common with one another.

Defensive Training. Self-cultivation includes effective countermeasures. Choose one of the following:

Student of the Body: Choose one 1st degree combat maneuver from any tradition. Once per short rest, you can use this combat maneuver without spending exertion.

Student of the Mind: You learn one psionic reflex. Your psionic ability for this trait is your choice of Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma.

Unshakable. You are immune to the effects of the rattled condition and gain an expertise die on saving throws made to resist being charmed, frightened, paralyzed, poisoned, stunned, or put to sleep.

Scientific Upbringing. You have proficiency in Science and with computers.

Languages. You can read, sign, speak, and write Common and one other language.