You have a dark mark on your record, a crime that either by its nature or its notoriety has branded you as a serious offender in the eyes of society. Maybe you were framed, or perhaps you're as guilty as they come. Either way, you're marked by your past and have had to develop a particular set of skills to either survive in prison or live life on the run.
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth
Tool Proficiencies: Thieves’ Tools or Disguise Kit
Equipment: A set of common clothes, a hood or mask, a small knife, a pouch containing 10 gp, a set of thieves’ tools, and a wanted poster with your face on it (either from your past or a disguise).
Starting Equipment
You start with the following equipment, in addition to the equipment granted by your class:
- clothes, common
- small knife
- thieves' tools
Feature: Notorious Reputation
Your reputation precedes you, for better or worse. People in the criminal underworld may respect you and offer you shelter or information, but you also attract unwanted attention from law enforcement and bounty hunters. You can often leverage your reputation to gain access to criminal networks or useful gossip, but you may also find that some doors (literal or metaphorical) are closed to you.
Suggested Characteristics
Felons are marked by their past, living with the weight of their actions or accusations every day. This past defines much of who they are, shaping their goals, ideals, and even their flaws. Some may be seeking redemption, while others might fully embrace their criminal ways.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| d1 | I never stay in one place for too long. |
| d2 | I'm always sizing up situations and people, looking for an angle. |
| d3 | I trust actions, not words. |
| d4 | My sense of humor is as dark as my past. |
| d5 | I have a plan for every possible scenario. |
| d6 | I'm straightforward and get to the point. Time is of the essence. |
| d7 | I'm highly suspicious of anyone who offers me help. |
| d8 | I wear my criminal past as a badge of honor. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| d1 | Redemption. I'm looking for a way to make up for my past. (Good) |
| d2 | Freedom. The laws and norms of society shouldn't restrict us. (Chaotic) |
| d3 | Self-Interest. I look out for number one. (Neutral) |
| d4 | Ruthlessness. If you're not with me, you're against me. (Evil) |
| d5 | Loyalty. My word is my bond. (Any) |
| d6 | Justice. Those who framed or wronged me will pay. (Any) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| d1 | I owe a huge debt to someone who helped me escape or survive. |
| d2 | There's one job that went bad, and it haunts me. |
| d3 | I have family or loved ones whose safety I must ensure. |
| d4 | A keepsake from my past reminds me of who I was and who I could be. |
| d5 | I'm seeking to clear my name, and I need evidence to do it. |
| d6 | I have a rival in crime who always seems to be one step ahead. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| d1 | I have difficulty trusting anyone, including myself. |
| d2 | My desire for wealth or power often leads me into risky situations. |
| d3 | I'm haunted by my past and sometimes make irrational decisions because of it. |
| d4 | I tend to solve problems through criminal means, even when unnecessary. |
| d5 | The authorities have something on me that I need to get rid of. |
| d6 | My pride or reputation can easily be used against me. |
Credits: Game Squires