Like a sphinx, you have a mind like a maze, impenetrable to mortal scrutiny. This might be a gift or training from an actual sphinx, the blessing (or curse) of a god, or an inexplicable talent. The Inscrutable Characteristics table suggests options for what makes you inscrutable. Additionally, you gain the following traits. Psychic Shield: You have resistance to psychic damage. Sphinx's Shroud: You are immune to any effect that allows other creatures to sense your emotions or read your thoughts. Wisdom (Insight) checks made to ascertain your intentions or sincerity have disadvantage.
| D6 | Characteristic |
|---|---|
| 1 | I was educated by a sphinx in the Dakra Isles. |
| 2 | I am a devout adherent to one of Meletis's schools of philosophy |
| 3 | I only speak in the past tense, as if all things I say have already transpired. |
| 4 | I have sworn a vow to allow no living person to see behind the mask that covers my face at all times. |
| 5 | Why wouldn't I phrase every statement as a question? |
| 6 | I was born a sphinx, but a god cursed me into humanoid form and saddled me with the limits of mortal knowledge. I won't rest until I break the curse. |