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In case you didn't see my previous post, I created a generator capable of generating an NPC per the rules in D&D 5e Dungeon Master's Guide. These are not game statistics, but rather information about an NPCs personality, their place in the world, ideals, and other details that will help you roleplay the character. The complete rules for this can be found starting on page 89 of the DMG.
As of this update, the NPC Generator now generates a name from all the race-appropriate names given in the D&D 5e Player's Handbook. By default, the information will be displayed in a narrative format, though a list format may be selected if preferred. Examples of both follow.
Example of Narrative Output:
Elven surnames have their Common-tongue translation written in parentheses after their proper name.
Human names draw from the entire regional gamut given in the D&D 5e Player's Handbook. These are, in turn, drawn from the various regions in the Forgotten Realms. However, no attention has been paid to which region a name draws from when choosing the surname. An Illuskan given name may be paired with a Rashemi surname, for example. In most campaigns, this likely won't matter. If you are playing in the Forgotten Realms and are also a bit of a lore nut, this will likely drive you crazy. I am very sorry. This may be fixed at a later date, but ONLY if there is a great hue and cry.
Gnomes have gender-specific names, as well as nicknames which may be used by either gender. Their nickname is given in quotes between their given name and surname. Note that this is only the nickname used in broad company, which is the one judged to be the most fun to say. Gnomes may have up to a dozen nicknames, which they blessedly only use in gnomish company. These are not generated here for the sake of your sanity.
Half-Elves may have a first name from either of their parent races. The same is true of their surname. These names need not come from the same parent race.
Half-Orcs may have a first name that is human or orcish. Those with an orcish name may or may not use a human surname, while those with a human name will always retain their human surname.
Tieflings may have an infernal or human name, followed by a human surname. Some individuals have a chosen "virtue" name and forgo the use of a surname altogether.
Aasimar use human names, as they are descended from them in most settings. If this is not true in your setting, please choose the race most appropriate for your setting instead.
A stand-alone version of the name generator is available here! Check the top of the post for the link to the full NPC Generator.
In case you didn't see my previous post, I created a generator capable of generating an NPC per the rules in D&D 5e Dungeon Master's Guide. These are not game statistics, but rather information about an NPCs personality, their place in the world, ideals, and other details that will help you roleplay the character. The complete rules for this can be found starting on page 89 of the DMG.
As of this update, the NPC Generator now generates a name from all the race-appropriate names given in the D&D 5e Player's Handbook. By default, the information will be displayed in a narrative format, though a list format may be selected if preferred. Examples of both follow.
Example of Narrative Output:
Nissa "Filchbatter" Timbers is a female gnome, recognizable for her distinctive jewelry (pendant). She has high Constitution and low Strength. She has a talent: she plays a musical instrument. She tends to whisper and is rude in her dealings with others.
She is loyal to a benefactor, patron, or employer. If you asked her, she would say that her Ideal is, "Self-sacrifice!" If she has a flaw, it is that she envies another's possessions or station.
Example of List Output:She is loyal to a benefactor, patron, or employer. If you asked her, she would say that her Ideal is, "Self-sacrifice!" If she has a flaw, it is that she envies another's possessions or station.
Name: Adran Xiloscient (Goldpetal)
Race: Elf
Alignment: Chaotic
Appearance: Bald Head
Attributes:
Low: Constitution
High: Intelligence
Talent: Knows Thieves' Cant
Mannerism: Sing, Whistle, Or Hum Quietly
Interactions With Others: Curious
Bond: Out For Revenge
Ideal: Creativity
Flaw: Is Brave To The Point Of Foolishness
A NOTE ON NAMES:Race: Elf
Alignment: Chaotic
Appearance: Bald Head
Attributes:
Low: Constitution
High: Intelligence
Talent: Knows Thieves' Cant
Mannerism: Sing, Whistle, Or Hum Quietly
Interactions With Others: Curious
Bond: Out For Revenge
Ideal: Creativity
Flaw: Is Brave To The Point Of Foolishness
Elven surnames have their Common-tongue translation written in parentheses after their proper name.
Human names draw from the entire regional gamut given in the D&D 5e Player's Handbook. These are, in turn, drawn from the various regions in the Forgotten Realms. However, no attention has been paid to which region a name draws from when choosing the surname. An Illuskan given name may be paired with a Rashemi surname, for example. In most campaigns, this likely won't matter. If you are playing in the Forgotten Realms and are also a bit of a lore nut, this will likely drive you crazy. I am very sorry. This may be fixed at a later date, but ONLY if there is a great hue and cry.
Gnomes have gender-specific names, as well as nicknames which may be used by either gender. Their nickname is given in quotes between their given name and surname. Note that this is only the nickname used in broad company, which is the one judged to be the most fun to say. Gnomes may have up to a dozen nicknames, which they blessedly only use in gnomish company. These are not generated here for the sake of your sanity.
Half-Elves may have a first name from either of their parent races. The same is true of their surname. These names need not come from the same parent race.
Half-Orcs may have a first name that is human or orcish. Those with an orcish name may or may not use a human surname, while those with a human name will always retain their human surname.
Tieflings may have an infernal or human name, followed by a human surname. Some individuals have a chosen "virtue" name and forgo the use of a surname altogether.
Aasimar use human names, as they are descended from them in most settings. If this is not true in your setting, please choose the race most appropriate for your setting instead.
A stand-alone version of the name generator is available here! Check the top of the post for the link to the full NPC Generator.
