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There could be a bunch of Personality Traits that would only be available on character creation that give +1 to Attribute X and -1 to Attribute Y. Examples:

Trait: Bookworm - While others spent their free hours training their bodies on the field or in the arena, you preferred to exercise your mind in the library. +1 (Initial) Intelligence, -1 (Initial) Strength.

Trait: Gym Overdose - You spent so much time bodybuilding that your muscles have grown muscles. Unfortunately sometimes that means your muscles get in the way of each other. +1 Strength, -1 Dexterity.

Trait: Track Star - Running is your passion, but you spend so much of your time moving fast that you don't have time to absorb all the little details others see. +1 Speed, -1 Perception.

Trait: Unlawful Explorer - There were no shortages of locked doors and forgotten passages at Blackrock Citadel, and you enjoyed the challenge of picking the ancient locks and exploring the dust-filled passages beyond, forgotten by the centuries. Inhaling all that dust however, did your body no good. +1 Dexterity, -1 Constitution.

Trait: Endurance Training - You know that endurance is the key to survival, and you spent your free hours running up and down stairs. Your body is in better shape than ever, although you weren't able to find enough time for your studies. +1 Constitution, -1 Intelligence.

Trait: Birdwatcher - You enjoy watching wildlife at their daily activities. Most become alarmed at the presence of a human, so you have trained yourself to be still and watch. Being still all the time means you're not used to moving quickly when it counts. +1 Perception, -1 Speed.