Tracker Profession Overview
Role: Trackers are experts in locating creatures, people, or objects across various terrains. With knowledge of natural signs, weather patterns, and behavioral insights, they can follow trails that others might overlook. Trackers are invaluable for quests involving wilderness exploration, hunting, or bounty recovery, often working as scouts, bounty hunters, or wildlife specialists. Skilled in survival, stealth, and navigation, Trackers can adapt to both urban and wilderness settings, using tools and tactics tailored to their environment.
Tracker Specializations
- Wildlife Tracker: Specializes in tracking animals, beasts, and magical creatures. Wildlife Trackers can identify and follow subtle animal signs and understand the habitats of different creatures.
- Bounty Hunter: Focuses on locating people, whether they’re criminals, missing persons, or fugitives. Bounty Hunters are skilled in urban tracking and can gather information from informants or clues left behind.
- Ranger Scout: Excels at scouting through dangerous or unfamiliar territories, navigating hazardous landscapes while staying undetected. Ranger Scouts are stealthy and aware of environmental dangers.
- Relic Seeker (Exotic): Specializes in locating ancient artifacts, enchanted items, and relics. Relic Seekers have knowledge of ancient ruins and magical signatures that help locate hidden or lost items.
Tracker Abilities
Wildlife Tracker Abilities
- Animal Signs: Identifies subtle tracks, fur, and droppings, revealing the type of creature and its recent activities.
- Beast Whisperer: Uses knowledge of animals to calm or lure nearby beasts, aiding in tracking or capturing them.
- Environmental Insight: Gains bonuses in determining where specific creatures may reside based on terrain and natural elements.
Bounty Hunter Abilities
- Footprint Analysis: Recognizes footprints, determining the target’s speed, weight, and direction.
- Urban Infiltration: Uses disguise and deception to blend into crowds, gather intel, or uncover hidden locations in cities.
- Interrogate Informants: Charms or intimidates locals for information about the target, reducing time spent tracking.
Ranger Scout Abilities
- Camouflage: Blends with the surrounding environment, making the Tracker harder to detect while following a trail.
- Trap Detection: Recognizes and disarms traps set up by the target, ensuring safe passage through dangerous zones.
- Terrain Adaptation: Gains bonuses in navigating difficult terrain and avoids natural hazards like quicksand or dense undergrowth.
Relic Seeker Abilities
- Relic Sense: Senses magical auras or ancient energies that signal the presence of a relic or enchanted object.
- Ancient Knowledge: Deciphers ancient symbols, runes, or inscriptions left as clues toward finding relics.
- Aura Detection: Detects faint magical auras left behind by items or individuals, helping locate recently moved artifacts.
Gathering Material List for Trackers (100 Items)
| Material | D100 Roll | Rarity | XP | Gold Value | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Feather | 01-02 | Common | 5 XP | 10 gold | Used for marking trails, often a sign of success among Trackers. |
| Woodland Moss | 03-04 | Common | 5 XP | 8 gold | Applied to boots to reduce noise, ideal for silent tracking. |
| Wolf Fur Sample | 05-06 | Common | 6 XP | 12 gold | Used to blend scent when tracking wolves or other canines. |
| Coyote Tooth | 07-08 | Common | 5 XP | 10 gold | Believed to bring luck in tracking and hunting. |
| Insect Repellent Herb | 09-10 | Common | 6 XP | 10 gold | Keeps insects at bay, improving comfort and focus. |
| Nightshade Berry | 11-12 | Common | 5 XP | 8 gold | Helps in crafting dark inks for camouflage or signals. |
| Animal Tracks Imprint | 13-14 | Uncommon | 10 XP | 20 gold | Imprint of a common creature’s footprint, useful for practice or study. |
| Silent Grass | 15-16 | Uncommon | 8 XP | 15 gold | Grass that dampens sound when walked on, enhancing stealth. |
| Fang Pendant | 17-18 | Uncommon | 10 XP | 20 gold | A small charm to focus a Tracker’s awareness of animal trails. |
| Stalker’s Camouflage Oil | 19-20 | Common | 6 XP | 15 gold | Oil that helps blend with shadows and foliage. |
| Scent Neutralizing Powder | 21-22 | Uncommon | 12 XP | 25 gold | Masks human scent, making it harder for creatures to detect the Tracker. |
| Forest Eye Potion | 23-24 | Uncommon | 10 XP | 18 gold | Temporarily enhances vision, particularly useful at night. |
| Deer Pelt | 25-26 | Common | 8 XP | 10 gold | Commonly used for warmth and camouflage in the woods. |
| Raven’s Feather Ink | 27-28 | Uncommon | 12 XP | 22 gold | Dark ink made from raven feathers, used for writing secret notes or marking trails. |
| Cracked Map Piece | 29-30 | Uncommon | 15 XP | 30 gold | Fragment of an ancient map, rumored to point toward lost artifacts. |
| Owl Talon | 31-32 | Uncommon | 10 XP | 20 gold | Symbol of vigilance, enhances perception skills slightly. |
| Spirit Leaf | 33-34 | Rare | 20 XP | 45 gold | A rare leaf that reveals faint traces of spiritual energy. |
| Bear Claw | 35-36 | Rare | 18 XP | 40 gold | Known to improve focus and endurance in rugged terrains. |
| Fox Whisker | 37-38 | Common | 5 XP | 8 gold | Small item kept as a charm, thought to enhance agility. |
| Grounded Stone | 39-40 | Uncommon | 12 XP | 25 gold | Placed in boots to improve balance and terrain awareness. |
| Trail Scent Decoy | 41-42 | Uncommon | 15 XP | 30 gold | Bottle of artificial animal scent to divert predators or confuse trackers. |
| Tree Bark Charm | 43-44 | Common | 5 XP | 10 gold | Worn by Trackers to blend scent with the environment. |
| Moonlight Powder | 45-46 | Rare | 20 XP | 50 gold | Grants temporary night vision when sprinkled on eyelids. |
| Earthroot Elixir | 47-48 | Rare | 18 XP | 40 gold | Boosts stamina, allowing the Tracker to continue over long distances. |
| Elven Sight Stone | 49-50 | Rare | 22 XP | 55 gold | Enhances sight for spotting distant trails and hidden paths. |
| Charcoal Pencil | 51-52 | Common | 5 XP | 8 gold | Used to mark trees or rocks when leaving a trail. |
| Hunter’s Moon Amulet | 53-54 | Uncommon | 15 XP | 35 gold | Enhances accuracy when aiming ranged weapons in low light. |
| Stealth Leaves | 55-56 | Uncommon | 10 XP | 20 gold | Leaf blend that minimizes scent and sound when tracking. |
| Shadowcloaker Plant | 57-58 | Rare | 20 XP | 50 gold | Used in a tincture that allows the Tracker to blend into shadows. |
| Stalking Sand | 59-60 | Rare | 18 XP | 45 gold | Sand that silences footsteps, particularly in rocky areas. |
| Relic Fragment | 61-62 | Rare | 25 XP | 60 gold | Fragment of a relic, gives clues to finding similar ancient artifacts. |
| Footprint Mold | 63-64 | Common | 6 XP | 12 gold | Mold of a common footprint, useful for studying or tricking others. |
| Phantom Trail Marker | 65-66 | Rare | 22 XP | 50 gold | Marks a trail only visible to Trackers, fades after a few hours. |
| Beast Blood Sample | 67-68 | Uncommon | 12 XP | 25 gold | Sample used to study creature habits or bait predators. |
| Wyrm Scale | 69-70 | Rare | 30 XP | 75 gold | Scale from a rare wyrm, can reveal magical traces. |
| Hunter’s Cloak Fiber | 71-72 | Rare | 20 XP | 50 gold | Cloth that blends well in forest terrain, making the wearer harder to detect. |
| Rock Dust | 73-74 | Common | 5 XP | 8 gold | Used to cover tracks or mark hidden paths. |
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Tracker’s Crafted Item List
| Item Name | Gold Value | Required Materials | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camouflage Cloak | 20-40 gold | Hunter’s Cloak Fiber, Woodland Moss, Stalker’s Camouflage Oil | A cloak that helps the wearer blend into natural surroundings, enhancing stealth. |
| Scent Masking Powder | 15-30 gold | Scent Neutralizing Powder, Stealth Leaves | Powder to sprinkle on clothes, masking human scent from creatures. |
| Trail Marker Kit | 10-25 gold | Charcoal Pencil, Rock Dust, Phantom Trail Marker | Kit containing various trail markers, allowing for subtle guidance on tracking missions. |
| Night Vision Tonic | 25-45 gold | Moonlight Powder, Forest Eye Potion, Owl Talon | Tonic that grants night vision for a few hours, useful for nocturnal tracking. |
| Silent Boots | 30-50 gold | Silent Grass, Stalking Sand, Grounded Stone | Boots lined with silent materials, reducing noise and preventing footprint marks. |
| Hunter’s Amulet | 40-60 gold | Hunter’s Moon Amulet, Fox Whisker | Increases accuracy and perception, especially in low-light environments. |
| Relic Detection Charm | 50-80 gold | Elven Sight Stone, Relic Fragment, Spirit Leaf | Charm that faintly glows in the presence of relics or magical artifacts. |
| Beast Lure Pouch | 20-35 gold | Beast Blood Sample, Wolf Fur Sample, Trail Scent Decoy | Attracts specific animals when tracking them or setting traps. |
| Footprint Mold Kit | 15-30 gold | Footprint Mold, Animal Tracks Imprint, Charcoal Pencil | Kit for creating footprint replicas, ideal for practice or diversions. |
| Shadow Tincture | 45-75 gold | Shadowcloaker Plant, Woodland Moss, Stalker’s Camouflage Oil | When applied to skin, this tincture makes the user less visible in shadows. |
| Relic Map Restoration | 60-100 gold | Cracked Map Piece, Elven Sight Stone, Spirit Leaf | Map showing partial location details of a relic, useful for relic-hunting clients. |
Tracker’s Bounty and Tracking Jobs
| Job Title | Potential Clients | Gold Reward | Required Materials | Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beast Hunt – Dire Wolf | Villagers, Nobles | 50-100 gold | Scent Masking Powder, Beast Lure Pouch, Camouflage Cloak | Track and capture a dire wolf causing problems near the village. |
| Locate Lost Traveler | Concerned Family, Local Officials | 60-120 gold | Night Vision Tonic, Trail Marker Kit, Hunter’s Amulet | Find and safely return a missing traveler lost in a forest. |
| Ancient Relic Recovery | Archaeologists, Collectors | 100-200 gold | Relic Detection Charm, Relic Map Restoration, Elven Sight Stone | Locate an ancient relic rumored to be in a long-abandoned ruin. |
| Track Escaped Convict | Local Guard, Bounty Hunters’ Guild | 75-150 gold | Footprint Mold Kit, Scent Masking Powder, Hunter’s Amulet | Track and capture a criminal who escaped custody, navigating through rough terrain. |
| Rare Animal Capture – Golden Elk | Collectors, Nobles | 120-200 gold | Beast Lure Pouch, Silent Boots, Camouflage Cloak | Capture a rare golden elk for a wealthy collector, taking care not to harm it. |
| Scout Enemy Territory | Mercenary Guilds, Militias | 100-200 gold | Silent Boots, Trail Marker Kit, Shadow Tincture | Map out enemy territory without being detected, collecting valuable intel. |
| Find Missing Cargo Caravan | Merchants, Traders | 80-160 gold | Trail Marker Kit, Night Vision Tonic, Camouflage Cloak | Locate and recover a missing caravan that was lost in remote wilderness. |
| Monster Hunt – Cave Wyrm | Local Towns, Nobles | 200-300 gold | Relic Detection Charm, Shadow Tincture, Beast Lure Pouch | Track a cave wyrm terrorizing nearby villages, either capturing or defeating it. |
| Ancient Map Recovery | Archaeologists, Relic Seekers | 100-250 gold | Cracked Map Piece, Relic Fragment, Elven Sight Stone | Recover a hidden map leading to a lost relic in a dangerous location. |
| Tame Wild Bear | Healers, Forest Rangers | 100-200 gold | Scent Masking Powder, Beast Whisperer Kit, Hunter’s Cloak Fiber | Capture and tame a wild bear for relocation, assisting forest conservation efforts. |
| City Fugitive Capture | Local Guard, Bounty Offices | 90-180 gold | Footprint Mold Kit, Silent Boots, Urban Disguise | Locate and capture a fugitive hiding in urban areas, using stealth to avoid notice. |
| Identify Creature Habitat | Scholars, Wildlife Enthusiasts | 80-150 gold | Animal Signs Kit, Beast Lure Pouch, Hunter’s Amulet | Find and record the habitat of a rare creature for scholarly research. |
| Escort Noble through Wilderness | Nobles, Political Figures | 120-250 gold | Night Vision Tonic, Trail Marker Kit, Camouflage Cloak | Safely guide a noble through a dangerous forest or mountainous path. |
| Locate Hidden Cave System | Adventurers, Treasure Hunters | 100-200 gold | Shadow Tincture, Trail Marker Kit, Hunter’s Moon Amulet | Track down the entrance to a hidden cave rumored to hold treasures. |
| Mountain Pass Scouting | Merchants, Military Commanders | 100-200 gold | Silent Boots, Stalking Sand, Trail Marker Kit | Map out a dangerous mountain pass for safe merchant and military travel. |
| Ancient Temple Mapping | Scholars, Artifact Collectors | 200-400 gold | Relic Map Restoration, Elven Sight Stone, Spirit Leaf | Explore and map an ancient temple for a research team or collector. |
| Tracking and Capturing Rogue Mage | Magic Academy, Nobles | 300-600 gold | Relic Detection Charm, Shadow Tincture, Footprint Mold Kit | Find a rogue mage hiding in the wilderness and bring them back for questioning. |
| Secure Rare Plant for Healer | Healers, Herbalists | 80-150 gold | Forest Eye Potion, Stealth Leaves, Trail Marker Kit | Locate and retrieve a rare plant, navigating dangerous terrain to secure it. |
| Wyrm Egg Retrieval | Collectors, Black Market Buyers | 250-500 gold | Wyrm Scale, Silent Boots, Relic Detection Charm | Locate and safely retrieve a wyrm egg from a nest in a hidden cavern. |
| Beast Tracking for Research | Scholars, Wildlife Enthusiasts | 90-180 gold | Animal Signs Kit, Footprint Mold Kit, Hunter’s Moon Amulet | Track a creature for a specific period, gathering data on its behavior and movement. |
Summary of Tracker Items and Bounty Jobs
- Crafted Items: Trackers can create specialized gear like camouflage cloaks, scent masking powder, silent boots, and relic detection charms. These crafted items aid in stealth, tracking accuracy, and environmental blending, providing Trackers with a variety of tools suited to their specific needs.
- Bounty Jobs: Trackers can earn gold by accepting jobs from clients such as local officials, collectors, nobles, and scholars. Jobs vary from capturing animals to tracking fugitives or locating relics, with rewards based on difficulty and risk. Bounty jobs range from wildlife captures and ancient relic recovery to tracking rogue mages and guiding nobles.
Trackers who master their craft become highly sought after, receiving high-paying bounties and crafting custom items that enhance their profession’s effectiveness.