The character's cultural ties are to his current nation of residence. While the character's ancestors may have come from another land, he has no strong emotional, physical or cultural ties to another country
Your people are living within the ruins of their former greatness, unable to understand let alone duplicate the feats of their forbearers. Members of your culture are often superstitious, even worshipping past technology or their former achievements.
Poor: very low income. compared to many. He usually does not or cannot own property. His home is usually of lesser quality, sometimes due to uncaring landlords who may also be the Poor person's employer.
Other Relations: You were raised by a distant relative such as a Great Aunt/Uncle, Great Grandparent, Cousins or someone that claims to be a relation but has suspicious origins.
Divorce: During your adolescence your parents split up and you were forced to chose which parent to live with (Work with your DM to detirmine the details)
During your early adulthood you saved someone's life. This person becomes your companion. (work with your DM to determine details) Roll 1d10 on a 9-10 your companion falls in love with you.