Imagine zipping across the galaxy, diving into the remnants of ancient alien civilizations. That's the life of a Space Archaeologist - part explorer, part historian, and all-around dead civilization junkie. With parents who were star-hopping archaeologists, dinner conversations were more about alien hieroglyphs than mundane space stuff.
You're not exactly a certified Space Archaeologist (yet), but hey, you've been around relics and ruins enough to spot a thing or two that others might miss. Maybe you tinkered with ancient gadgets found in your backyard (which happened to be a cosmic dig site) or played hide-and-seek among ruins that older civilizations left behind.
Thanks to your adventures, you've got a knack for decoding alien scripts that would baffle many. That odd-looking artifact everyone else thinks is just a piece of junk? You know better. It could be a key to an ancient star map or a relic from a lost civilization.
You've got a head filled with knowledge on how to sift through the sands of time (or space, in this case). Deciphering ancient texts, identifying the origins of mystical artifacts - these are just a few of the tricks you've picked up from your unconventional upbringing.
Your experiences, courtesy of your archaeologist folks or perhaps your own stints as a cosmic researcher, have made you a walking encyclopedia of interstellar history and archaeology.
But let's be real: there's a flip side. You're not a seasoned pro (yet), and sometimes that shows. You might miss a crucial piece of the puzzle that a full-fledged Space Archaeologist wouldn't. Misjudging the value of an artifact? Been there, done that. It's all part of the learning curve in this wild and wonderful world of space archaeology.
As a result of your passing familiarity with archaeology, you have a few tricks up your sleeve that can come in handy in a variety of situations. You know how to read ancient scripts, for example, or how to identify the age and origin of a particular artifact.
A character with a passing familiarity with archaeology has learned the skills of research and analysis, able to decipher ancient scripts, and understand the context and significance of artifacts. They may have learned from their archaeologist parents, or perhaps as a result of a previous career as a researcher or historian.
But your passing familiarity with the archaeologist legacy has its downsides, too. You're not as experienced or knowledgeable as a true professional, and your lack of training can put you in danger in certain situations. You might overlook a key detail that a professional would have caught, or fail to recognize the true value of an artifact or ancient warning.
An ancient, ornate compass that initially helps in navigating through uncharted space sectors. As the character gains experience, the compass reveals hidden celestial pathways and ancient wormholes, eventually even enabling short-range teleportation across space.
A high-tech window into the past. The Chrono-Glass starts with the ability to translate basic alien scripts. With progression, it can decode more complex languages and ancient codes. At higher ranks, it may even allow the character to interact with old holographic archives or unlock secrets from extinct civilizations. Initially, it can enhance vision to spot hidden details in ruins. As the character evolves, the lenses can see through solid objects, reveal energy signatures, and even show glimpses of past events at archaeological sites.
A small, seemingly ordinary artifact that records knowledge from various cultures. It starts as a simple databank of historical facts but grows into a device that can project holographic reenactments of historical events or simulate ancient technologies for study and replication.
Your familiarity with ancient artifacts has given you a keen eye for detail. You can attempt any Perception roll related to spotting or identifying ancient artifacts with a +1 bonus.
You have a wealth of knowledge about the history and cultures of ancient civilizations. You can attempt any Knowledge roll related to ancient history or cultures with a +1 bonus.
The character has an uncanny ability to recognize and understand ancient languages, even when they are not documented.
The character is an expert in analyzing and interpreting complex data and artifacts.
Your fascination with ancient artifacts can make you overeager to uncover their secrets. You might take risks that put you or your companions in danger in your quest to uncover hidden treasures.
While you might know your way around ancient ruins, you lack the formal training and expertise that a true professional would have. This can put you at a disadvantage in situations where specialized knowledge is required.
The character is so focused on the past that they struggle to live in the present.
The character is willing to take dangerous risks to uncover ancient secrets.