Area/Region Hooks:
Andoren Military Grunt:
You are/were associated with the Andoren Military in some way.
Andoren's elite, military fighting force the Eagle Knights
employs/enlists specialists of all stripes, and has a few training
outposts in the Darkmoon Vale area. Maybe its going great, maybe not.
Either way, it makes life interesting.
Highlander:
In the Darkmoon Vale, and the surrounding area there are still some
commoners who don't bend knee to the lumber consortium. These clannish
folk live as one with the land, and are very rarely seen in the area's
lumber camps, towns, or cities. They are strong, straight of limb, and
full of life. Though deeply tied to the land they live on, their
independent spirit often leads them afield and into greater
adventures. (Being a Highlander does not preclude you from being
non-human...it just makes it more interesting.
Lumber Consortium Goon:
The Lumber Consortium that dominates the Darkmoon Vale area has deep
pockets, and pays well for general mercenaries, monster hunters,
bounty-hunters, body (and) caravan guards. One quick way to make some
gold is to sell your services to the 'Company' by the individual, or
by the group. Its dangerous work a lot of times, and the employer is
sketchy in its treatment of its people...but its a living.
Character Hooks:
Fated: (good for any character class esp. Sorcerer)
Once, long ago, a Varisian Gypsy laid out the cards for you. You will
live in interesting times. Your deeds will be known far and wide...the
rest is mystery.
Mission from God: (good for Cleric, Paladin, Druid)
As a devoted member of your faith, signs and portents have a special
significance for you. Your dreams have brought you to this lonely
wilderness...the question is why?
Pathfinder Hopeful: (good for any)
You hope to work as a Pathfinder, and that means finding them and
proving you have what it takes. One way to find a Pathfinder is to
throw yourself headlong into danger in the uncharted wilds. Exploring
ruins, and saving the day is a great way to boost your rep, and you've
heard they always come sniffing around after tales, treasure, and
maps...
Plot Related Hooks:
Bodyguard: (good for all, best for Dwarves)
You are the bodyguard of an important Female Dwarf. This might not
seem exciting, except when you realize that if ANYTHING happens to
her, then your life is over.
(Dwarves are mostly a Matriarchal society in MY Golarion, and female
Dwarves have a much lower birth rate than males....making them the
movers and shakers of Dwarven society. Yes really. They have harems of
male husbands and stuff. Its wacky, but true.)
Chasing Down A Dream: (good for all, best for Dwarves)
An old song, legend, tome, or map indicates that the Darkmoon Vale is
where your ancestor most likely disappeared. Family lore indicates
that your relative, a great adventurer, left behind some
sign that would point to the secret treasure horde they MUST have left
behind.
Enemy: (good for any class)
Someone has done you wrong, or is actively seeking retribution for
something you've done to them. Either way, life is more interesting
now that you are back in this Enemy's home turf and are seeking (or)
hiding from vengeance. Enemy may be known or unknown.
Friend/Mentor/Contact: (good for any class)
You have an old Army buddy/Mentor/Contact living in the Darkmoon Vale
area. This is a friendly relationship. See Bryan for more details.
"Kobolds Ate My Baby": (good for any class)
Some mania, code of honor, ancient family curse, or unbreakable pact
compels you to study, track, and seek to destroy some type of
monster.
Good monsters for this run: Kobolds, Undead, Mockeries of
Nature, Wolves and Were-beasts.
Lost Love: (good for any class)
Someone near and dear to you has died. Your spouse, your child, your
parents...etc.
~OR~
It is very recent and now you must find a reason to continue...after
all they would want it that way.
You are back after some time away, only to find that time can't heal
some wounds.
Mentor: (good for all)
You seek guidance and training. Following rumors/advice/legends you
have come to the Darkmoon Vale to apprentice yourself to a worthy
master.
