| Proverb Literalists use old sayings to apply literal meaning to their lives. This could be reflected in Dnd(5e) Advantage on a roll, a bonus to a roll or check, a resistance, an immunity, etc. A sample of old sayings is below. |
| Barbarian Luck [Stat-14,x2] |
| Resist Curses |
| Resist Bad Omens |
| Each Odd Level: Pick an old saying in the table below. The DM will apply it in a meaningful way if able. |
| Level 1: +10 bonus to history and knowledge(religion) skill checks. |
| Level 2: Resist Ageing |
| Level 3: Resist mind-effecting |
| Level 9: You can substitute an old saying from the table with one of your own. |
| # |
Superstition |
Definition |
| 1 |
Opening an Umbrella Indoors |
Besides being considered bad luck, some believe it invites chaos or disrupts the household. |
| 2 |
Breaking a Mirror |
Apart from bringing seven years of bad luck, some believe it may also result in a fragmented or disturbed aura. |
| 3 |
Walking under a Ladder |
In addition to being linked with bad luck, it's thought to disturb the balance between the past, present, and future. |
| 4 |
Black Cats Crossing Your Path |
Beyond being a bad omen, some cultures associate black cats with mystical or supernatural powers. |
| 5 |
Friday the 13th |
Apart from being considered an unlucky day, some believe it's a day with heightened spiritual activity. |
| 6 |
Knocking on Wood |
Beyond warding off bad luck, it's thought to appease spirits or supernatural entities. |
| 7 |
Seeing a Shooting Star |
Besides being considered lucky, some believe it's a sign of spiritual communication or guidance. |
| 8 |
Horseshoe Over the Door |
In addition to bringing good luck, it's believed to ward off evil spirits. |
| 9 |
Four-Leaf Clovers |
Besides being a symbol of luck, some believe it has protective qualities. |
| 10 |
Crossing Fingers for Luck |
Beyond wishing for good luck, it's also seen as a gesture to invoke protection. |
| 11 |
Throwing Salt Over Your Shoulder |
Apart from warding off evil spirits, some believe it purifies or cleanses a space. |
| 12 |
Wishing on a Wishbone |
Beyond making a wish, some see it as a form of divination or seeking guidance. |
| 13 |
Seeing a Rainbow |
Besides being a sign of good luck, rainbows are also seen as bridges to other realms in some cultures. |
| 14 |
Carrying a Rabbit's Foot |
In addition to bringing good luck, some cultures believe it has protective qualities against negative energy. |
| 15 |
Eating 12 Grapes at Midnight on New Year's Eve |
Apart from ensuring good luck, it's also seen as a ritual to attract abundance and prosperity. |