Civilization Origins

Civilization Origins Roll Table

Roll Prompt
1 What is the origin of this civilization?
1. Survivors of a long-forgotten empire, rebuilding on the ruins of the past
2. Nomadic tribes who settled after discovering an abundant resource
3. A seafaring people, skilled in navigation and trade across vast distances
4. A technologically advanced society that harnessed ancient or magical technologies
5. Isolated islanders, who developed a unique culture due to their geographic seclusion
6. Refugees fleeing environmental disaster, war, or other calamities from another part of the world
2 What is the civilization’s primary source of sustenance and economy?
1. Fishing and ocean-based resources, including hunting large marine creatures
2. Farming and agriculture, taking advantage of fertile land
3. Trade, acting as a central hub for goods from other regions
4. Raiding and piracy, taking resources by force from others
5. Magical resources, such as crystals, herbs, or creatures harvested from the environment
6. Reliance on ancient technologies or magic to sustain their economy and feed their people
3 What are the civilization’s core values or societal focus?
1. Harmony with nature, living in balance with the environment
2. Exploration and discovery, seeking new lands, knowledge, or technology
3. Martial prowess, valuing strength, combat skill, and defense
4. Religious or spiritual devotion, following a powerful deity or natural order
5. Innovation and progress, constantly seeking to improve technology and society
6. Isolationism, choosing to remain apart from the world to maintain their unique way of life
4 How does this civilization view the natural world?
1. Nature is sacred, and humans are its stewards
2. Nature is something to be tamed and controlled for human benefit
3. Nature is a dangerous and unpredictable force that must be appeased
4. Nature is a mystery to be explored and understood through science or magic
5. Nature is a reflection of the divine, and to harm it is to invoke the wrath of the gods
6. Nature is indifferent, and survival means exploiting every resource available
5 What is the civilization’s relationship with magic?
1. Magic is woven into everyday life, with most people possessing some degree of magical ability
2. Magic is feared and avoided, considered dangerous or corrupting
3. Magic is restricted to an elite class or caste, who use it to maintain control over the society
4. Magic is a rare but revered gift, bestowed on only a few chosen individuals
5. Magic is a tool, used pragmatically in industry, warfare, and governance
6. Magic is lost or forgotten, with only remnants of its existence left in relics or ancient texts
6 What kind of government or power structure does the civilization have?
1. A monarchy, led by a king or queen who claims divine or magical authority
2. A theocracy, where religious leaders or deities rule
3. A council of elders or scholars, who make decisions based on tradition or knowledge
4. A military dictatorship, where the strongest rule and power is held by force
5. A republic or democracy, with elected leaders and representatives
6. A clan-based system, where various tribes or families hold regional power, occasionally united by a leader