For one reason or another, you've lived most of your life on the street. You've seen some horrors, but you won't let that stop you. You are not a stranger to breaking the law if it serves your needs. One day, you will make your way out of the underbelly of society, and take your revenge against those who put you down.
- Skill Proficiencies: Survival, Stealth
- Tool Proficiencies: Disguise Kit, Thieves’ Tools
- Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15 gp
While there are many street rats, they are diverse in their skills. Some might be more willing to kill for their own needs, while others take a more non-lethal route. Choose the role you played when you were still on the streets, or choose one of the pre-written selections below.
| d8 | Street Rat |
|---|---|
| 1 | Thug |
| 2 | Burglar |
| 3 | Gang Enforcer |
| 4 | Fence |
| 5 | Thief |
| 6 | Serial Killer |
| 7 | Pickpocket |
| 8 | Smuggler |
Even if you aren't dressed like one, your fellow dregs of society will always know you're one of them by the look in your eye. If you ever get into a tight spot, some might be willing to hide you for a short time or even turn a blind eye to certain misdeeds.
Suggested Characteristics
While some street rats might seem like they've given up all hope, that's not always the case. Sometimes there's just that one spark that's needed to reignite that glimmer, a thought that they can make it out one day too. In addition, while they aren't loyal to one another, unless provoked, most will mind their own business or even help others if needed.
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I always have a plan for what to do when things go wrong. |
| 2 | I am always calm, no matter what the situation. I never raise my voice or let my emotions control me. |
| 3 | The first thing I do in a new place is note the locations of everything valuable—or where such things could be hidden. |
| 4 | I want to be left alone. |
| 5 | I am incredibly slow to trust. Those who seem the fairest often have the most to hide. |
| 6 | I don’t pay attention to the risks in a situation. Never tell me the odds. |
| 7 | The best way to get me to do something is to tell me I can’t do it. |
| 8 | I blow up at the slightest insult. |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fairness. I don’t steal children or the sick. (Lawful) |
| 2 | Chaos. The law has never helped me, why in the Nine Hells should I help it? (Chaotic) |
| 3 | Charity. I steal from the wealthy so that I can help people in need. (Good) |
| 4 | Malice. I used to do this to survive, now I do it because I love it. (Evil) |
| 5 | Neutrality. If you've done right by me, I'll do right by you. If you've done nothing for me, don't expect any favors. (Neutral) |
| 6 | Hope. One day this land will change, and those I grew up with won't have to live in fear. (Good) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | Someone took care of me in when nobody would look in my direction. It's time for me to return the favor. |
| 2 | I will work as hard as I can to make sure my family doesn't have to live the life I've lived. |
| 3 | Someone took everything from me, so I'm going to take everything from them. |
| 4 | I grew up nothing, I will die as a legend. |
| 5 | Because of something I did, those I care for suffered. I'll spend my life trying to fix my mistake and clear their names. |
| 6 | Someone I loved died because of a mistake I made. That will never happen again. |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | When I see people living in luxury, I can't help but try and make their lives a little harder. |
| 2 | I think everyone is out to get me, so I don't let anyone in. |
| 3 | Even if my life is on the line, I'd sooner die than loose my pride. |
| 4 | The urge to kill is almost too strong to suppress. |
| 5 | Loyalty is a luxury, if things go bad I'd rather abandon those I'm with and live another day. |
| 6 | It doesn't matter to me how many people die or get thrown in prison from my actions. I must meet my goal. |
While you've spent your life in the streets, it's because you were put there by somebody to keep an eye on the scum of the streets. If ever uncovered, your "fellows" will beat you with a brick in a pillowcase.