101 Rogue Character Concepts [Archive] - Wizards Community

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Demonwolf

02-04-06, 11:35 AM
1. Wealthy Dilettante: A travelling merchant or politician who always wears elegant clothing, conducts himself with an air of dignity and is an expert negotiator. Has a silver tongue, undeniable charm, an unfailing eye on local happenings and dabbles in every skill under the sun. Likely to choose the fighter-feat variant rogue from UA.
Skills: Diplomacy, Appraise, Gather Information, Knowledge (Local), Bluff, everything else.
Multiclassing: Bard, Wizard, Sorcerer, Swashbuckler, Wilder, Spellthief

2. Vigilant Pacifist: The strong, silent type. Has a heart of gold and is very afraid to show it, knowing from experience that the world isn't kind to those who do. Nevertheless, stands up for self when the need arises. Doesn't believe in retributive justice, more interested in protecting the innocent, saving those who can be redeemed and imprisoning those who cannot. May or may not have a reluctant acceptance of the rare necessity of violence.
Skills: Heal, Sense Motive, Diplomacy, Bluff
Multiclassing: Cleric, monk, ranger, samurai, paladin, druid

3. Street Urchin: Born and raised on the bad side of town. Streetsmart, impish and cunning. Many psychological scars from a difficult childhood, but all concealed by a very warm or very cold exterior. Craves wealth but dislikes those who have it. Hates anything pretentious or elitist. Constantly ribs or openly dislikes party's paladin.
Skills: Move Silently, Hide, Search, Open Lock, Gather Info, Knowledge (Local), Intimidate
Multiclassing: Fighter, ranger, swashbuckler, sorcerer, barbarian

4. X in Disguise: Restricted noble or unfulfilled urchin who has a variety of skills but secretly longs for/is concealing/is meant for a certain calling among one of the other core classes or a PrC.
Skills: Perform, Craft, Profession, Knowledge
Multiclassing: Sorcerer, paladin, wilder, favored soul, warlock

5. Cold Killer: Devious, ruthless, cold and sharp as a dagger's edge. A killer for hire, a bodyguard, a policeman for an evil overlord or any number of things. Very likely a complete sociopath. The silent type.
Skills: Move Silently, Hide, Disable Device, Spot, Listen, Search, Bluff, Intimidate
Multiclassing: Ranger, ninja, warlock, hexblade.