The grand cities of the North are rife with sleaze, scandal, and skulduggery, giving rise to a gamut of crimes that the traditional City Watch are ill equipped to deal with. In such cases, the private detective steps from the lamplight to investigate, employing a diverse range of mental and social talents to unravel each mystery.
- Skill Proficiencies: Perception, Investigation
- Languages: Two of your choice
- Equipment: A magnifying glass, a bottle of ink, a quill, a folded parchment notepad, a set of common clothes including a greatcoat and hat, and a pouch containing 8 gp.
If you spend ten minutes talking to a stranger, you uncover hidden information about them by studying their mannerisms, tiny scuffs on their clothing, and so forth. At the DM’s discretion, you deduce one of the following pieces of information about them: a recent location they’ve visited, an object they’ve handled, or a person they’ve spoken with.
Suggested Characteristics
Detectives typically have above-normal intelligence, and can seem distant or aloof in the presence of lesser minds. They’re often marginalized to the extent of becoming loners, or have crippling flaws they strive to keep hidden.
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