Name: malbranche raid
Race: Human
Class: Rogue
Gender: Male
Ability Score:
Strength: 9
Dexterity: 17
Constitution: 10
Intelligence: 12
Wisdom: 12
Charisma: 15
Skills:
Stealth, Deception, Acrobatics
Backstory:
Born amidst the shadowed alleys of Veyport, malbranche raid was a child of misfortune and wit. Orphaned at a young age, he survived the bustling chaos of the Free Cities through cunning and audacity, learning early that trust was as mutable as the tides and gold was the truest friend. He made his first mark as a cutpurse, charming crowds by day and emptying their purses by night, but it wasn’t long before he was recruited by the elusive House of Shadows. There, malbranche honed his craft, mastering the arts of infiltration and disguise, executing heists attributed to “ghosts” and earning a whispered reputation in both the criminal underworld and the courts above. Motivated not just by profit, but by the thrill of outwitting society’s most arrogant elites, he walks the perilous line between law and lawlessness—some claiming he steals only from those who deserve their fate. With each successful escapade, malbranche crafts a legend built on charm, agility, and the ever-present question: Is he a thief, or a masked avenger for the dispossessed?
Secret Backstory:
Rumor whispers that malbranche raid once belonged to a noble house—before betrayal and a sinister family secret forced him to forsake his name, vanishing into the city’s shadows. The “House of Shadows” is more than an employer; it is the arm of an old vendetta, and their current schemes tug at a dark truth he cannot escape. Deep down, malbranche fears the prophecy uttered by a dying relative: that no matter how many masks he wears, the sins of his bloodline will find him, and every stolen secret, every vanished coin, only hastens a reckoning he cannot evade. For all his bravado, malbranche’s greatest struggle is against his own past, and the fear that redemption may never be within reach.
Age: 27
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral
Personality:
malbranche radiates effortless confidence, swaggering through life with a quick tongue and a cheeky grin. Light on his feet and quicker with a retort, he’s hard to faze—equally at home wooing a foreign princess or escaping a merchant’s irate guards. To friends, he’s fiercely loyal, but to rivals or enemies, he’s as elusive as smoke, always two steps ahead. He enjoys challenging authority, especially when the powerful wield their influence unjustly, and finds most rules to be interesting suggestions at best. Trust does not come easily to him—he prefers alliances of mutual convenience, but is known to protect those who win his rare favor. Clever and observant, he thrives on improvisation, adapting to danger with wit rather than brute force. For all his bravado, moments of quiet reveal a reflective soul, burdened by regrets and the memory of a family that once was.
Mannerisms:
- Flicks a coin through his knuckles when thinking
- Smirks involuntarily when lying
- Always checks the exits upon entering a room
- Taps his sleeve thrice before making a risky move
Catchphrases:
- “Careful—appearances are almost never what they seem.”
- “I never met a lock or liar I couldn’t charm.”
- “The shadows keep my secrets better than friends ever could.”
- “If you’re going to steal, steal the show.”
- “Trust me? That’s brave.”
Speech Style:
Velvety, measured, and sardonic—malbranche speaks in smooth, playful tones, often laced with double meanings or sly humor. He peppers conversations with enigmatic allusions and cautious flattery, rarely raising his voice except in mock surprise or theatrical jest.
Preferred Conversation Topics:
- Notorious heists and rival thieves
- The follies of nobles and the wealthy
- Philosophy of trust versus betrayal
- Urban legends and ghost stories
- Coded messages, riddles, and word games
Preferred Personality Types:
- Witty conversationalists
- Outcasts or misunderstood souls
- Courageous risk-takers
- Quick thinkers
- Those who appreciate subtlety over brute force
Likes:
- Hidden passageways and secret doors
- The pulse of market crowds
- Lively tavern music
- Quality wine
- Well-cut velvet clothing
Dislikes:
- Bullies and tyrants
- Oaths and rigid codes
- Bland, humorless company
- Pointless violence
- Being called by his family’s ancestral name
Hobbies & Interests:
- Perfecting sleight of hand tricks
- Collecting rare coins or trinkets
- Writing satirical ballads
- Practicing escapes from locked rooms
Fears & Weaknesses:
- Exposure of his true identity
- Deep attachment or vulnerability
- Claustrophobic dread of underground prisons
- A compulsion to help the innocent, even at his own risk
Appearance:
malbranche raid possesses the effortless grace of a born performer and gentleman thief. Of average height and athletic build, he moves with feline poise—every gesture precise, every step calculated for silence or effect. His dark hair, often rakishly tousled, frames a striking angular face marked by an impish smirk and expressive brows. He dresses as fashionably as his spoils allow: favoring a deep blue velvet cloak over a tailored shirt, brass-buttoned jacket, and slim-cut trousers that allow for rapid movement. Gloves protect agile hands adorned with rings—each a trophy from another successful job. Malbranche’s attire always bears pockets and hidden sheaths, ensuring a tool, lockpick, or smoke pellet is never far. Though his overall appearance exudes charm and nobility, a closer look reveals practiced wariness and scars telling tales of past close calls. His presence commands attention; even in crowds, he seems both part of and apart from the world around him.
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