Thief
Thieves are a diverse and unpredictable lot, bound not by a single code but by a shared talent for getting what others would rather keep hidden. Some are nimble burglars, slipping through the shadows and scaling walls with uncanny ease. Others are masters of deception, their honeyed words capable of turning enemies into allies and opening doors that even the best lockpicks cannot. There are spies who trade in secrets, infiltrators who slip unnoticed into the most secure places, and cutpurses who make their living relieving the unwary of their coin. Some thieves work in the shadows out of necessity, while others revel in the thrill of the heist, the con, or the chase.
What unites them all is their versatility, adaptability, and resourcefulness. A thief is never without options, always thinking three steps ahead, ready to turn any situation to their advantage. Whether dodging guards in a noble’s estate, sweet-talking a merchant into a bad deal, or disarming a deadly trap just in time, they thrive in uncertainty.
While some see thieves as mere criminals, others recognize them as survivalists, opportunists, or even heroes. Some steal for personal gain, others for justice, revenge, or simply because they can. Whatever their reasons, thieves know one thing for certain—nothing in this world is truly secure.Thieves are a diverse and unpredictable lot, bound not by a single code but by a shared talent for getting what others would rather keep hidden. Some are nimble burglars, slipping through the shadows and scaling walls with uncanny ease. Others are masters of deception, their honeyed words capable of turning enemies into allies and opening doors that even the best lockpicks cannot. There are spies who trade in secrets, infiltrators who slip unnoticed into the most secure places, and cutpurses who make their living relieving the unwary of their coin. Some thieves work in the shadows out of necessity, while others revel in the thrill of the heist, the con, or the chase.
What unites them all is their versatility, adaptability, and resourcefulness. A thief is never without options, always thinking three steps ahead, ready to turn any situation to their advantage. Whether dodging guards in a noble’s estate, sweet-talking a merchant into a bad deal, or disarming a deadly trap just in time, they thrive in uncertainty.
While some see thieves as mere criminals, others recognize them as survivalists, opportunists, or even heroes. Some steal for personal gain, others for justice, revenge, or simply because they can. Whatever their reasons, thieves know one thing for certain: nothing in this world is truly secure.
Weapons: Club, crossbow, dagger, shortbow, shortsword
Armor: Leather armor, Studded Leather
Hit Points: 1d6 per level
Class Skills: Athletics, Craft (Tinker), Deception, Perception, Stealth
Backstab: If you hit a creature who is unaware of your attack, you deal an extra weapon die of damage. Add additional weapon dice of damage equal to half your level (round down).
Thievery: You are adept at thieving Skills and have the necessary tools of the trade secreted on your person (they take up no gear slots). Additionally, you are trained in the following tasks and have advantage on any associated checks:
• Climbing
• Sneaking and hiding
• Applying disguises
• Finding and disabling traps
• Delicate tasks such as picking pockets and opening locks
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