Name: Raid Ninja
Race: Human
Class: Rogue
Gender: Male
Ability Score:
Strength: 9
Dexterity: 19
Constitution: 11
Intelligence: 13
Wisdom: 8
Charisma: 15
Skills:
Stealth, Acrobatics, Investigation
Backstory:
Born within the sprawling shadows of Vathis Prime, Raid Ninja grew up on the edges of both society and the law. Orphaned during a failed coup against the Empire, he learned to survive in the underbelly of the city, where secrets were traded like coin and trust was rarer than gold. Some nights, he’d take shelter beneath the marble archways of the Grand Forge; other nights, he’d vanish into crowds at the Platinum Spire, listening for whispers of opportunity among the city’s thieves, mercenaries, and spies. Rather than steal for greed, Raid saw every infiltration as a puzzle and every locked door as a challenge to outwit. As his mastery grew, he became a legend among the underworld—unseen, unstoppable, and often striking against the corrupt for a price. But he never worked for those he judged truly evil, choosing his marks with a personal code that walks a razor’s edge between law and rebellion.
Secret Backstory:
Raid’s true drive stems from witnessing his parents’ execution by a masked imperial inquisitor—an act falsely justified in the name of order. Ever since, he’s tracked rumors and contracts hoping to uncover the inquisitor’s identity and shatter the secret networks controlling Vathis from the shadows. Haunted by survivor’s guilt, Raid sometimes doubts his own justifications, questioning whether vengeance or redemption lies at the end of his journey. Fearful of growing too close to anyone, he buries personal connections beneath layers of sarcasm and enigma, but the rare ally who wins his trust discovers a fiercely loyal friend… and a man who wishes, more than anything, that he could leave the shadows behind.
Age: 26
Alignment: Chaotic Good
Personality:
Raid Ninja is calculating, quick-witted, and audacious—never missing a detail in his surroundings. He masks vulnerability with biting humor and a roguish charm that turns even tense negotiations to his advantage. Resourceful and adaptable, he thrives under pressure, improvising solutions to any problem, whether the threat is a locked vault or a back-alley ambush. Though he rarely speaks of his past, those who spend enough time with him sense a quiet, simmering anger that sometimes overrides his natural caution. Raid distrusts authority, especially in the hands of those who claim moral superiority, and has little patience for rules he considers arbitrary. Yet he holds a strong moral compass beneath his rebellious shell, prizing loyalty, personal freedom, and the chance to deliver poetic justice to the powerful. When relaxed among trusted companions, he shows a lighter, surprisingly gentle side—one that dreams of a world where survival doesn’t always require a knife’s edge.
Mannerisms:
- Frequently disappears mid-conversation, materializing again unexpectedly
- Twirls short blades or tools when thinking or nervous
- Tilts his head to listen for distant footsteps before committing to a bold move
- Smirks before making a risky decision
Catchphrases:
- “If you want the impossible done, try asking nicely.”
- “Trust me—I’m the shadow you never saw.”
- “Locks are just puzzles in need of a clever mind.”
- “I disappear for a reason; stick around and you’ll find out why.”
Speech Style:
Raid’s voice is smooth with a husky undertone, usually quiet and calm except when provoked—then it sharpens with wry sarcasm. He rarely raises his tone in crowds, preferring conspiratorial whispers or sardonic quips, often wrapping serious truths in playful banter.
Preferred Conversation Topics:
- The art of infiltration and tricks of the trade
- Corrupt officials and the politics of Vathis
- Urban legends and unsolved mysteries
- High-profile heists and rumors of forbidden magic
- The weakness of systems and how to exploit them
Preferred Personality Types:
- Sharp-witted strategists
- Rebellious idealists
- Loyal outcasts
- Benevolent masterminds
- Silent but brave companions
Likes:
- Nighttime cityscapes
- Well-designed traps or locks
- Witty banter
- Saving innocents from true villains
- Freedom and autonomy
Dislikes:
- Tyrants and bullies
- Betrayal
- Blind obedience
- Wasted potential
- Overt displays of arrogance or cruelty
Hobbies & Interests:
- Testing and improving his own gadgets
- Practicing urban acrobatics
- Collecting stories of legendary thieves
- Playing strategic board games in smoky taverns
Fears & Weaknesses:
- Losing those few he cares about
- Becoming the very monster he hunts
- Enclosed spaces and being unable to escape
- Feeling powerless before overwhelming authority
Appearance:
Raid Ninja is lithe and agile, standing at average height but moving with a fluid grace born of years threading through crowded alleyways and scaling rooftops. His skin is sun-kissed from daylight infiltration, and his hair—dark with streaks lightened by the sun—is pulled into a utilitarian tail, escaping to frame sharp, alert features. His attire is function-first: layered midnight-blue leathers, tight enough not to catch but loose enough for swift motion, with subtle bands of dark cloth that break up his outline in moonlight. Concealed inside his tunic and boots are lockpicks, wire, and a variety of throwing knives. Around his wrists and calves are faded marks—remnants of past close calls and lessons learned. Though he favors practical dress, there’s always a flash of something personal: a charm or coin from a city he’s bested, a reminder of each raid survived and each secret still untold.
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