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Burglar

Creature 4 — human, humanoid

FlankerShadeLAND

These criminals specialize in breaking and entering, gaining access to secure buildings and bypassing security measures undetected. In the underbelly of society, the lawless reign supreme.

Source: pathfinder-npc-core

Perception +10; (+11 to find traps)
Languages common
Skills acrobatics +10, athletics +8, deception +7, society +7, stealth +12, thievery +12, Underworld Lore +7
Str
+2
Dex
+4
Con
+1
Int
+1
Wis
+2
Cha
+1
Items Composite Shortbow, Shortsword, Leather Armor, Climbing Kit, Thieves' Toolkit, Darkvision Elixir (Lesser)
AC 21 (22 vs. traps) Fort +7 Ref +12 Will +10 +1 circumstance to all saves vs. traps
HP 60
Speed 30 feet

Offense

Melee Shortsword (agile, finesse, versatile-s) +14, Damage 1d6+5 piercing
Melee Fist (agile, finesse, nonlethal, unarmed) +14, Damage 1d4+5 bludgeoning
Ranged Composite Shortbow (deadly-d10, propulsive, reload-0) +14, range increment 60 feet, Damage 1d6+4 piercing

Abilities

+1 Bonus on Perception to Find Traps
+1 Circumstance to All Saves vs. Traps
+1 AC vs. Traps
Deny Advantage — The burglar isn't Off-Guard to creatures of 4th level or lower that are Hidden, Undetected, flanking, or using Surprise Attack.
Nimble Dodge
Mobility — When the burglar Strides half their speed or less, that movement does not trigger reactions.
Sneak Attack — The burglar deals 1d6 extra precision damage to Off-Guard creatures.
Surprise Attack — On the first round of combat, if the burglar rolls Deception or Stealth for initiative, creatures that haven't acted are Off-Guard to them.

WORKS WELL WITH

AnvilLANDAnvil draws attention and holds the front line while the Flanker positions into off-guard angles for Sneak Attack.
WeaverLANDWeaver inflicts off-guard or immobilized conditions that guarantee Sneak Attack triggers without relying on flanking alone.

PUNISHES

✖ clumping✖ low Perception
Works well with · Punishes · Pairing advice Unlock with Tactics

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