Name: Raid Toragi
Race: Human
Class: Rogue
Gender: Male
Ability Score:
Strength: 10
Dexterity: 17
Constitution: 12
Intelligence: 14
Wisdom: 11
Charisma: 11
Skills:
Stealth, Investigation, Acrobatics
Backstory:
Raid Toragi is a name whispered across the Empire of Vathis—a shadow in the back alleys of Vathis Prime, a rumor at the edge of every imperial secret. Born to an unknown mother and raised on the streets, Raid learned to survive by wit and agility, slipping past city guards and melting into crowds long before most learned to read. His keen mind made him a skilled observer, and his dexterity landed him work as a runner, spy, and occasional burglar for Vathis’ underworld. When treachery struck his closest companion, Raid found himself framed for a crime he did not commit, pursued not only by the law but by the very criminals he once called comrades. Forced to live by his own code, he now moves through shadow and smoke, disrupting the ambitions of those in power and unraveling conspiracies wherever he travels. While quick to act and skilled with a blade, Raid is no murderer; he seeks justice—on his terms—and redemption for a life spent on the edge.
Secret Backstory:
Years ago, Raid narrowly escaped the infamous Crimson Keep after discovering a plot to usurp the imperial throne. In the chaos, he found a sealed letter—marked with a sigil he cannot decipher. This letter, hidden among his few possessions, holds clues to both his mysterious parentage and the shadowy force manipulating events across Renaris. Despite his bravado, Raid fears the truth could doom not only him but those who dare to trust him. The shadows he fights are not only the empire’s—some are his own, and he wonders if redeeming himself will cost him the last remnants of his soul.
Age: 27
Alignment: Chaotic Good
Personality:
Raid Toragi is resourceful, incisive, and fiercely independent. Having lived as both prey and predator, he carries a sharp suspicion for authority and is wary of easy alliances, trusting only actions, not titles. Despite his solitary ways, Raid is loyal to the rare few who earn his trust—ready to risk everything for a friend or a cause he believes just. His humor is dry, masking deeper wounds and a restless longing for belonging. While not overtly warm, he respects competence and ingenuity in others, and on rare occasions, tightens a found family around himself. The world to Raid is a web of secrets: he disdains bullies, has no patience for the pomp of the powerful, and prefers shadows over limelight. Beneath his cool composure pulses an unyielding drive for justice, even when it puts him at odds with his own past or the law’s harsh hand.
Mannerisms:
- Flicks a coin over his knuckles when thinking.
- Narrows his gaze and smirks when suspicious.
- Loiters on the edge of groups, rarely standing still.
- Has a habit of checking exits and windows in any room.
Catchphrases:
- “There’s always another way in.”
- “Trust is good. Locks are better.”
- “I don’t do heroes—just the job.”
- “Quiet as a ghost, sharp as a razor.”
- “If you’re caught, you weren’t meant to be there.”
Speech Style:
Raid speaks in a low, measured tone, quick and laced with sardonic wit. His words are concise; he avoids grand stories, favoring observations and sharp quips. Under pressure, his voice becomes even quieter, growing colder and more intense, as if masking every hint of emotion behind calculation.
Preferred Conversation Topics:
- Hidden passageways and city lore
- Famous heists or unsolved mysteries
- Methods of infiltration
- Corruption in power
- Survival stories from the streets
Preferred Personality Types:
- Cautious thinkers
- Outcasts or misfits
- Stubborn idealists
- Loyal companions
- Quick-witted allies
Likes:
- Urban nights
- Lockpicks and clever gadgets
- Honest thieves
- Street food
- Listening to rain on rooftops
Dislikes:
- Arrogant nobles and corrupt officials
- Betrayal
- Noisy crowds
- Senseless violence
- Being forced into the spotlight
Hobbies & Interests:
- Mapping city tunnels and rooftops
- Puzzle boxes and logic games
- Reading coded messages
- Watching street performers from the shadows
Fears & Weaknesses:
- Deep water
- Losing those he trusts
- Enclosed, windowless spaces
- Facing his true lineage
Appearance:
Raid Toragi is lean and wiry, his body built for speed rather than strength, with skin weathered by city wind and midnight escapades. His dark hair falls messily around his jaw, often tucked under a hood or bandana when on the job. He dresses in practical, unobtrusive clothing—dark leathers sewn with extra pockets for tools, a utility belt of lockpicks and cords, and boots soft enough for silent movement. A faint scar cuts from his left cheekbone to jaw—a souvenir from a night gone wrong. His movements are perpetually poised, every step measured; he stands with the ease of someone who never expects to stay in one place for long. When at ease, his gaze is sharp, calculating, but there is a haunted edge to his eyes, as if forever seeing something just beyond reach.
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