Militant

Despite their endless variety, all humanoid races have a tendency for war. Militant cultures are steeped in traditions which value glory and honor and proudly display both whenever possible. In battle they follow their chosen warrior code to the hilt, and take pride in hopeless causes and valiant struggles between equals.

Militant cultures place the military at the center of society, venerating warriors above all others. Military prowess is taught from an early age, and military victory is rewarded while failure is often punished. Naturally, even militant societies need non-warriors to function, but such individuals are not treated with the same respect that those who choose the path of war do, often regarded as lesser citizens despite their importance to the running of the state.

These cultures can be violent in nature, with many disputes resolved by force of arms. Insults often result in duels, and vendettas between individuals and families can last decades.

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

Dueling Challenge. You can issue a challenge of single combat to a single creature you can see who can hear and understand you. If that creature accepts your challenge, you enter a duel with them. When engaged in a duel, you gain an expertise die on attack rolls against your designated foe. If any other creature attacks your foe, or assists you in any manner, you no longer gain that expertise die.

Military Traditions. You are proficient in History, and gain a specialization in military history. You are also proficient with light armor, starship weapons, one martial weapon of your choice, and your choice of land, air, or space vehicles.

Quick Valuation. You can readily determine the value of any object by examining it for one minute.

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