Born out of a world rife with corruption, injustice, and a broken legal system, you have taken it upon yourself to become a shadowy figure of justice—the Vigilante. Disguised and hidden beneath a cloak of secrecy, you prowl the streets and delve into the underbelly of society, striking fear into the hearts of criminals and evildoers.

Your journey as a Vigilante began with a personal tragedy or a profound sense of outrage at the injustices that plagued your community. Faced with a system that seemed incapable or unwilling to provide true justice, you chose to step outside the boundaries of the law to bring wrongdoers to account.

To navigate the treacherous world of crime and corruption, you have honed your skills in stealth, investigation, and disguise. You are a master of deception, assuming various identities to infiltrate criminal organizations and gather vital information. Your contacts and informants within the secret network you are part of help guide your actions, providing leads and insights into the darkest corners of society.

Your methods may not be conventional, but your unwavering dedication to the pursuit of justice drives you forward. You have become a symbol of hope for the downtrodden and a source of fear for those who exploit others.

As a Vigilante, you walk a dangerous path, risking your own safety and reputation to serve a cause greater than yourself. While some see you as a hero fighting against the injustices that the law fails to address, others view you as a lawless vigilante who takes matters into their own hands. Your true identity remains a closely guarded secret, hidden behind a mask and a life carefully compartmentalized.

Now, with your dual life as a Vigilante and an ordinary citizen, you must navigate the challenges of maintaining your cover, battling the forces of evil, and protecting the innocent. Will you bring about true justice and restore faith in a broken system, or will your actions lead to unintended consequences and a darker path?

The life of a Vigilante is one of constant struggle, balancing the pursuit of justice with personal sacrifices and the burden of keeping your true identity hidden. But in the darkest hours, when hope seems lost, you emerge from the shadows, a force to be reckoned with—a Vigilante with a mission to make the world a better place, one criminal at a time.

Skill Proficiencies: Stealth, Investigation

Tool Proficiencies: Disguise kit, Thieves' tools

Languages: Choose one exotic language spoken by criminal organizations.

Equipment: A disguise kit, a set of common clothes, a hooded cloak, a set of thieves' tools, a dagger, a pouch containing 15 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

Personality Traits:

1. I'm driven by a deep sense of justice and will do whatever it takes to see it served.
2. I thrive in the shadows and prefer to keep my true identity hidden from others.
3. I have a knack for disguises and enjoy assuming different personas to achieve my goals.
4. I'm highly observant and notice even the smallest details that others might overlook.
5. I am intensely focused and can remain patient for extended periods while planning my actions.

Ideals:

1. Justice: I believe in a higher justice that transcends the law and will uphold it.
2. Protection: I strive to protect the innocent and ensure their safety from those who would harm them.
3. Vengeance: I seek to avenge a personal tragedy by bringing those responsible to justice.
4. Redemption: I believe in giving second chances and helping criminals turn their lives around.
5. Freedom: I fight against oppressive regimes and believe in individual liberties.

Bonds:

1. I have a trusted ally who knows my secret identity and assists me in my vigilante activities.
2. I am haunted by a tragedy from my past that fuels my desire for justice.
3. I am part of a secret society that fights against corruption and crime from the shadows.
4. I am indebted to a powerful crime lord who saved my life, and I seek to repay that debt by taking down their rivals.
5. I protect a specific neighborhood or community, and their safety is my top priority.

Flaws:

1. I am ruthless in my pursuit of justice, often disregarding collateral damage or innocent lives.
2. I am paranoid and have a hard time trusting others, even potential allies.
3. I struggle with balancing my dual identities and often find myself torn between my personal life and vigilantism.
4. I have a reckless streak and sometimes rush into dangerous situations without proper planning.
5. I have a vengeful nature and can become consumed by a desire for revenge, neglecting other important matters.

d5	Personality Trait
1	I'm driven by a deep sense of justice and will do whatever it takes to see it served.
2	I thrive in the shadows and prefer to keep my true identity hidden from others.
3	I have a knack for disguises and enjoy assuming different personas to achieve my goals.
4	I'm highly observant and notice even the smallest details that others might overlook.
5	I am intensely focused and can remain patient for extended periods while planning my actions.

d5	Ideal
1	Justice: I believe in a higher justice that transcends the law and will uphold it.
2	Protection: I strive to protect the innocent and ensure their safety from those who would harm them.
3	Vengeance: I seek to avenge a personal tragedy by bringing those responsible to justice.
4	Redemption: I believe in giving second chances and helping criminals turn their lives around.
5	Freedom: I fight against oppressive regimes and believe in individual liberties.

d5	Bond
1	I have a trusted ally who knows my secret identity and assists me in my vigilante activities.
2	I am haunted by a tragedy from my past that fuels my desire for justice.
3	I am part of a secret society that fights against corruption and crime from the shadows.
4	I am indebted to a powerful crime lord who saved my life, and I seek to repay that debt by taking down their rivals.
5	I protect a specific neighborhood or community, and their safety is my top priority.

d5	Flaw
1	I am ruthless in my pursuit of justice, often disregarding collateral damage or innocent lives.
2	I am paranoid and have a hard time trusting others, even potential allies.
3	I struggle with balancing my dual identities and often find myself torn between my personal life and vigilantism.
4	I have a reckless streak and sometimes rush into dangerous situations without proper planning.
5	I have a vengeful nature and can become consumed by a desire for revenge, neglecting other important matters.