Raider

You have undergone rigorous training as a warrior, specializing in raiding other clans or settlements. Raiding parties must possess the ability to move swiftly, strike decisively, and seize enough resources to sustain the tribe. Achieving such coordination demands intense preparation and fosters a deep sense of camaraderie among raiders. This camaraderie is often accompanied by fierce competition, with each raider striving to perform daring feats or claim the most valuable plunder.

Following a successful raid, the aftermath typically involves lively singing, feasting, and revelry, fueled by the adrenaline rush of victory and the abundant provisions acquired from the raided settlement.

• Skill Proficiency: Intimidation
• Additional Equipment: A tankard, a sack, a whetstone, and three torches.

Ability: Display of Strength

After spending an hour in a tavern, inn, or restaurant, and successfully making a DC 10 Charisma (Intimidation) check, you can earn the respect and camaraderie of a local ally. This bond is forged through drinking, carousing, boasting, and engaging in contests of strength and skill. The ally starts off with a friendly disposition towards you and can offer valuable insights into military organizations, the local guard, and recent battles or skirmishes in the area.

Ranks

Rank 1 – Shield Bearer

As a junior warrior, you serve as support for more seasoned members of the raiding party. Your duties include maintaining weapons and armor, tending to wounded warriors, and carrying loot from raiding sites. In the absence of other raiders, you may be called upon to fill their roles in combat.

Holdings

• Guidance from an ailing mentor and knowledge of lucrative raiding targets allowing you to perform /pc-profession to advance your career.

Progression Prove yourself in combat by stepping in for a missing raider.

• Seize a total of 1,200 resources to support the tribe.

Rank 2 – Pillager

Now a full-fledged member of the raiding party, you excel at striking swiftly and decisively before making off with plunder. Your tribe relies on you for sustenance and supplies, and your fellow raiders trust you to watch their backs during chaotic raids.

Holdings

• A younger warrior assigned to maintain your gear and carry loot.
  • Grants a +1 bonus to your Charisma proficiency bonus when performing your profession.
  • The young warrior will accompany you on your travels and carry gear for you (200lbs max).

Progression Earn recognition and promotion through acts of bravery and skill.

• Seize a total of 2,400 resources to support the tribe.

Rank 3 – Raid Leader

Having proven yourself in numerous raids, you now lead with cunning and ruthlessness. As a raid leader, you must maximize plunder while ensuring the survival of your warriors. Your tactical prowess is relied upon by your subordinates, and you must rein in reckless raiders to maintain order.

Holdings

• A prominent residence adorned with trophies from past raids.
• Command over a raiding party and influence in war councils.
  • Grants a +1 bonus to your Charisma proficiency bonus when performing your profession. Stacks with prior rank (+2 total).

Progression Rescue a chieftain or defeat a tribal enemy in single combat.

• Seize a total of 4,800 resources to support the tribe.

Rank 4 – Warlord

Your reputation is legendary, and your words carry weight among chieftains. As a warlord, you dictate raiding strategies, military policies, and even participate in peace negotiations. Your authority extends to commanding multiple raiding parties and shaping the destiny of your tribe.

Holdings

• Authority over multiple raiding parties within your tribe.
• Participation in war councils and diplomatic talks.
• You no longer need to roll for Display of Strength, your reputation proceeds you. Choose one ally every 24 hours to affect thusly.

Source: Adapted from Grim Hollow Campaign