## Ancient Scholar (Serpentas – Scholar Path) You have lived among scrolls and ruins, chasing whispers of ages past. Old tongues and broken idols speak to you, and you will uncover truths others fear to name. **Skill Bonuses:** +1 History, +1 Investigation **Special Ability:** Secrets of the Ancients — Once per scene, add +1d10 to History or Investigation when deciphering texts, examining relics, or uncovering forgotten lore. **Equipment:** Basic Travel Pack, ritual dagger or staff, scholar’s robes with hidden scroll pouch, annotated journal of glyphs, 30 silver pieces. **Burden:** Knowledge has teeth. What you uncover may make you a target—or tempt you to dig too deep.