Criminals serve and thrive off the seedy underbelly of society. While many people run afoul of the law, this background is for the people who make their livelihoods entirely outside of the law. Rarely respected or honoured within society, Criminals often hide their true profession from others.
- Skill Proficiencies: Intimidation
- Tool Proficiencies: Thieves' tools
- Languages: Thieves' Cant
- Equipment: A kidskin bag of loaded dice, a snuff box, a pocket watch that runs 5 minutes fast, thieves' tools, fake currency in a draw string pouch to deter pickpockets, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and 15 gold.
Some crooks lie to get what they want. Some steal it when its owner isn't looking. Then there are those who walk up to a target and explain the deal: give me what I want or bad things will happen to you. Call it "protection" or call it extortion, it is perhaps the most straightforward form of crime, favoured by the violent and ruthless.
Most cutthroats start out working in a pre-established gang, collecting fees and extracting payments on behalf of a boss. A small gang might be responsible for shaking down a handful of businesses, while the most powerful of crime lords may influence prominent cities or regions.
Underground Connections
Upon spendingan hour asking around, and succeeding on a medium-DC Charisma (Intimidation) check, you can prove your credibility and find a contact in a local gang, Thieves' Guild, or underground network. This contact begins as friendly to you and will assist you with matters related to their criminal endeavors.
Rank 1 - Tough
Working the impoverished regions of town, you're a criminal who will mug those who walk down the wrong alley at night, or extort unwary travelers for safe passage along a road.
Holdings:
A hideout where you can seek shelter from the elements, and from local law enforcement.
Progression:
Acquire a building to use as a centre of operations for your illicit activities, and a handful of other criminals willing to follow your lead.
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