Background questions

Introduction

Ars Magica 5th edition briefly mentions a character's background in the character creation section. The section can be supplemented with questions which encourage fulfillment of a character's background, before joining the Covenant.

Sample Background Questions

Introduction of Background Questions.

General Background Questions

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• How did you come to be involved in the covenant?
• What are the character's goals?
• What are your (player's) goals for the character?
• What was your early life like?
  • For Magi:
    • Before becoming an Apprentice for a Magi in the Order of Hermes, how did you live? Were you athletic, mischievous, criminal, noble, etc.
  • For Companions:
    • Add details here
  • For Grogs:
    • Add details here

Magus or Maga Background Questions

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• Who is your parens?

Companion Background Questions

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Grog Background Questions

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Covenant Background Questions

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Saga Background Questions for the Troupe

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Background questions in supplements

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