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|description=A military-trained Bandit who has advanced knowledge of teamwork tactics, finding tracks and trails, and navigating into and away from almost any location like a shadow.
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==Bandit==

A Bandit is a reconnaissance specialist trained in an elite branch of the military whose job it is to obtain, distribute, and share vital combat and battlefield information on the enemy and on combat circumstances and environmental conditions.  

===Making a Bandit===

'''Abilities:''' As a Bandit's job is to look and listen from a distance, Wisdom &mdash; which is tied to the Listen and Spot skills &mdash; is the most important ability for the Bandit. Wisdom is also responsible for allowing the Bandit to use her Survival skill to track someone. Wisdom also determines how often she can use the useful spell-like abilities that she gains every 4 levels. Dexterity is next most important because a Bandit is also responsible for using Disable Device and Open Locks when needed and also for the ranged attack rolls which most Bandits prefer. 

'''Characteristics:''' When information about the enemy is needed, the military call in a Bandit. She gathers information by mounted or on foot reconnaissance patrols to track and report enemy movement and activities. The job of a Bandit is to operate as one of the first personnel in an area, provide forward reconnaissance and spotting for the military, and to navigate any necessary terrain, unnoticed, to find and relay key information about the enemy to commanders and leaders in the field. A Bandit is also highly trained in battle field tactics, warfare and the intricacies of battle.

'''Races:''' Humans make exceptional Bandits because their diverse nature allows them to learn more skills than other equally experienced Bandits. Elves and Half-Elves are the most common Bandits because of their ability to see in limited light and naturally keen senses. Dwarves and Halflings make respectable Bandits, Dwarves especially so in subterranean environments and Halflings because of their natural coordination. Due to their larger size and lower intelligence, Half-Orcs don't often find themselves suited to the job of a Bandit.  

'''Alignment:''' Because of the military environment in which they are trained, Bandits tend to be almost exclusively lawful; however, some people can complete the training as a Neutral alignment, but these people are generally viewed as mavericks or even difficult to work with. A Chaotic Bandit is all but unheard of.

'''Starting Gold:''' 5d4 &times; 10 gp (125 gp).

'''[[SRD:Race Descriptions#Starting Age|Starting Age]]:''' "Complex" or "As [[Wizard]]"

{| class="zebra d20" 
|+
<div>{{Anchor|Table: The Bandit}}</div>
[[SRD:Hit Dice|Hit Die]]: d8
|-
! rowspan="2" | Level
! rowspan="2" | [[BAB|Base<br/>Attack Bonus]]
! colspan="3" | [[SRD:Saving Throw|Saving Throw]]s
! rowspan="2" | Special
! rowspan="2" | [[#Fast Movement|Speed<br/>Bonus]]
|-
! [[SRD:Saving Throw#Fortitude|Fort]] || [[SRD:Saving Throw#Reflex|Ref]] || [[SRD:Saving Throw#Will|Will]]
|- 
|1st|| class="left" | +0 || +0 || +2 || +0
| class="left" | [[#Weapon Finesse|Weapon Finesse]], [[#Trapfinding|Trapfinding]], [[#Track|Track]] || class="left" | +0 ft 
|-   
|2nd|| class="left" | +1 || +0 || +3 || +0 
| class="left" | [[#Evasion|Evasion]], [[#Reactive Instinct|Reactive Instinct]] +1 || class="left" | +10 ft
|- 
|3rd|| class="left" | +2 || +1 || +3 || +1 
| class="left" | [[#Cunning Strike|Cunning Strike]], [[#Poison Use|Poison Use]], [[#Trap Sense|Trap Sense]] +1|| class="left" | +10 ft
|- 
|4th|| class="left" | +3 || +1 || +4 || +1
| class="left" | [[#Uncanny Dodge|Uncanny Dodge]], [[#Great Leap|Great Leap]] || class="left" | +10 ft
|- 
|5th|| class="left" | +3 || +1 || +4 || +1
| class="left" | [[#Devious Strike|Devious Strike]] +1d6, [[#Swift Stalker|Swift Stalker]] || class="left" | +10 ft
|- 
|6th|| class="left" | +4 || +2 || +5 || +2
| class="left" | [[#Flawless Stride|Flawless Stride]], [[#Deft Hands|Deft Hands]] +2, Trap Sense +2|| class="left" | +20 ft
|- 
|7th|| class="left" | +5 || +2 || +5 || +2
| class="left" | [[#Master Tracker|Master Tracker]], [[#Speed Climb|Speed Climb]] || class="left" | +20 ft 
|- 
|8th|| class="left" | +6/+1 || +2 || +6 || +2
| class="left" | [[#Camouflage|Camouflage]], [[#Improved Flanking|Improved Flanking]] || class="left" | +20 ft
|- 
|9th|| class="left" | +6/+1 || +3 || +6 || +3
| class="left" | [[#Improved Evasion|Improved Evasion]], Trap Sense +3 || class="left" | +20 ft
|- 
|10th||class="left" | +7/+2 || +3 || +7 || +3
| class="left" | [[#Skill Mastery|Skill Mastery]], Devious Strike +2d6 || class="left" | +30 ft
|- 
|11th||class="left" | +8/+3 || +3 || +7 || +3
| class="left" | [[#Improved Poison Use|Improved Poison Use]], Reactive Instinct +2 || class="left" | +30 ft
|- 
|12th||class="left" | +9/+4 || +4 || +8 || +4
| class="left" | [[#Lucky|Lucky]], Deft Hands +4, Trap Sense +4|| class="left" | +30 ft
|- 
|13th||class="left" | +9/+4 || +4 || +8 || +4
| class="left" | [[#A Thousand Faces|A Thousand Faces]] || class="left" | +30 ft
|- 
|14th||class="left" | +10/+5 || +4 || +9 || +4
| class="left" | [[#Hide in Plain Sight|Hide in Plain Sight]],  || class="left" | +40 ft
|- 
|15th||class="left" | +11/+6/+1 || +5 || +9 || +5
| class="left" | Devious Strike +3d6, Trap Sense +5|| class="left" | +40 ft
|- 
|16th||class="left" | +12/+7/+2 || +5 || +10 || +5
| class="left" |  || class="left" | +40 ft
|- 
|17th||class="left" | +12/+7/+2 || +5 || +10 || +5
| class="left" | [[#Free Movement|Free Movement]] || class="left" | +40 ft
|- 
|18th||class="left" | +13/+8/+3 || +6 || +11 || +6
| class="left" | Deft Hands +6, Trap Sense +6|| class="left" | +50 ft
|- 
|19th||class="left" | +14/+9/+4 || +6 || +11 || +6
| class="left" | Reactive Instinct +3 || class="left" | +50 ft
|- 
|20th||class="left" | +15/+10/+5 || +6 || +12 || +6
| class="left" | Devious Strike +4d6 || class="left" | +50 ft
|- class="noalt"
| colspan="42" class="skill" |
|}
'''[[SRD:Class|Class]] Skills (8 + [[SRD:Intelligence|Int]] modifier per level, &times;4 at 1st level)'''<br/>
[[SRD:Balance Skill|Balance]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Climb Skill|Climb]] ([[SRD:Strength|Str]]), 
[[SRD:Craft Skill|Craft]] ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]), 
[[SRD:Disable Device Skill|Disable Device]] ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]), 
[[SRD:Disguise Skill|Disguise]] ([[SRD:Charisma|Cha]]), 
[[SRD:Escape Artist Skill|Escape Artist]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Gather Information Skill|Gather Information]] ([[SRD:Charisma|Cha]]), 
[[SRD:Hide Skill|Hide]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Jump Skill|Jump]] ([[SRD:Strength|Str]]), 
[[SRD:Knowledge Skill|Knowledge]] (local) ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]), 
[[SRD:Knowledge Skill|Knowledge]] (nature) ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]), 
[[SRD:Listen Skill|Listen]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]), 
[[SRD:Move Silently Skill|Move Silently]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Open Lock Skill|Open Lock]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Profession Skill|Profession]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]), 
[[SRD:Ride Skill|Ride]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Search Skill|Search]] ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]), 
[[SRD:Sense Motive Skill|Sense Motive]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]), 
[[SRD:Spot Skill|Spot]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]), 
[[SRD:Survival Skill|Survival]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]), 
[[SRD:Swim Skill|Swim]] ([[SRD:Strength|Str]]), 
[[SRD:Tumble Skill|Tumble]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]), 
[[SRD:Use Magic Device Skill|Use Magic Device]] ([[SRD:Charisma|Cha]]), 
[[SRD:Use Rope Skill|Use Rope]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]).

====Class Features====

All of the following are [[SRD:Class|class]] features of the Bandit.

'''Weapon and Armor Proficiency:''' Bandits are proficient with all [[SRD:Simple Weapon Proficiency|simple]] and [[SRD:Martial Weapon Proficiency|martial]] weapons, and plus bolas, hand crossbows, kukris, spiked chains, and whips. Bandits are proficient with [[SRD:Armor Proficiency (Light)|light armor]], but not with [[SRD:Shield Proficiency|shields]].

'''{{Anchor|Weapon Finesse}}:''' At fist level a Bandit gains [[SRD:Weapon Finesse|Weapon Finesse]] as a bonus feat even if he doesn't meet the prerequisites. If he already has Weapon Finesse from another source he may instead select any feat for which he qualifies.

'''{{Anchor|Trapfinding}}:''' Bandits can use the Search skill to locate [[SRD:Traps|traps]] when the task has a Difficulty Class higher than 20. Finding a nonmagical traps has a DC of at least 20, or higher if it is well hidden. Finding a magic trap has a DC of 25 + the level of the spell used to create it. Bandits can use the Disable Device skill to [[SRD:Disarm|disarm]] magic traps. A magic trap generally has a DC of 25 + the level of the spell used to create it. a Bandit who beats a trap’s DC by 10 or more with a Disable Device check can study a trap, figure out how it works, and bypass it (with his party) without disarming it.

'''{{Anchor|Track}}:''' At fist level a Bandit gains [[SRD:Track|Track]] as a bonus feat even if he doesn't meet the prerequisites. If he already has Track from another source he may instead select any feat for which he qualifies.

'''{{Anchor|Evasion}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 2nd level and higher, a Bandit can avoid even magical and unusual attacks with great agility. If he makes a successful Reflex saving throw against an attack that normally deals half damage on a successful save, he instead takes no damage. Evasion and [[#Improved Evasion|Improved Evasion]] can be used only if the Bandit is wearing light armor or no armor. A [[SRD:Helpless|helpless]] Bandit does not gain the benefit of evasion.

'''{{Anchor|Reactive Instinct}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' Starting at 2nd level, a Bandit gains a +1 bonus on all initiative checks and on all Reflex saving throws. This bonus improves by an additional +1 at 11th and 19th levels (+2 at 11th level, +3 at 9th level). a Bandit loses this bonus when wearing medium or heavy armor or carrying a heavy load.

'''{{Anchor|Cunning Strike}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' A Bandit is smart about when he choses to attack and how, always slipping in through an opponents guard by noticing openings and weakness in an opponents stance, posture, footing, over reaching for a swing, etc. Because of this, a Bandit can add their Intelligence score to all of their attack and damage rolls in addition to any normal strength bonus.

'''{{Anchor|Poison Use}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 3rd level and higher, a Bandit never risks accidentally poisoning himself when applying poison to a weapon.

'''{{Anchor|Trap Sense}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 3rd level, a Bandit gains an intuitive sense that alerts him to danger from [[SRD:Traps|traps]], giving him a +1 bonus on Reflex saves made to avoid traps and a +1 dodge bonus to AC against attacks made by traps. These bonuses rise to +2 when the Bandit reaches 6th level, to +3 when he reaches 9th level, to +4 when he reaches 12th level, to +5 at 15th, and to +6 at 18th level. Trap sense bonuses gained from multiple classes stack and this ability stacks with the bonus to Reflex saves from his Reactive Instinct ability.

'''{{Anchor|Uncanny Dodge}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' Starting at 4th level, a Bandit can react to danger before his senses would normally allow him to do so. He retains her Dexterity bonus to AC (if any) even if he is caught flat-footed or struck by an invisible attacker. However, he still loses his Dexterity bonus to AC if immobilized. If a Bandit already has uncanny dodge from a different class he automatically gains Improved Uncanny Dodge instead. 

'''{{Anchor|Great Leap}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' A 5th level Bandit is adept at jumping over and around various obstacles, and always makes Jump checks as if he was running and had the Run feat, enabling him to make long jumps without a running start and granting him a +4 bonus on the jump (see the skill description, page 77 of the Players Handbook). a Bandit loses this bonus when wearing medium or heavy armor or carrying a heavy load.

'''{{Anchor|Devious Strike}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 5th level, a Bandit gains the ability to strike precisely with any light or one-handed slashing or piercing weapon, gaining an extra 1d6 damage added to his normal damage roll. When making a Devious Strike, a Bandit cannot attack with any weapon in his other hand or use a shield. A Bandit’s Devious Strike only works against living creatures with discernible anatomies. However, this ability '''does''' work on creatures that are immune to critical hits. At 10th level and every 5 levels there after, the extra damage on a Devious Strike increases by an additional +1d6. 

'''{{Anchor|Swift Stalker}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):'''  Starting at 5th level, a Bandit can move at his normal speed while following tracks without taking the normal &minus;5 penalty. He only takes a &minus;10 (instead of the normal &minus;20) when moving at up to twice his normal speed while tracking. a Bandit can also move stealthily even at a quick pace. He no longer takes a &minus;5 penalty on Hide and Move Silently checks when moving at any speed up to his normal speed, and he takes only a &minus;10 (instead of the normal &minus;20) on Hide and Move Silently checks when running. (He still takes the normal &minus;20 on such checks when charging).

'''{{Anchor|Flawless Stride}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' Starting at 6th level, a Bandit can move through any sort of terrain that slows movement (such as undergrowth, rubble, overgrown areas, natural thorns, briars and similar terrain) at her normal movement speed and without taking damage or suffering any other impairment. This ability also allows him to run and charge in situations where others cannot. He may charge, or run over difficult terrain that normally slows movement or allies or neutral characters blocking his path. This ability enables him to run down steep stairs, leap down from a balcony, and tumble over tables to get to his destination. Depending on the circumstances, he still may need to make appropriate checks (Jump and Tumble, in particular) to successfully move over the terrain. This ability does not let him move more quickly through terrains that are enchanted or have been magically manipulated to impede movement. a Bandit loses this ability when wearing heavy armor, or carrying a heavy load.

'''{{Anchor|Deft Hands}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' a Bandit is amazingly good with his hands and excels at skills that require fine motor control. Starting at 6th level a Bandit gains a +2 bonus on Disable Device, Open Locks and Slight of Hand checks. This bonus increases by +2 every 6 levels there after to +4 at 12 level and +6 at 18th level. 

'''{{Anchor|Master Tracker}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' a Bandit gains the Urban Tracking feat as a bonus feat at 4th level, allowing him to more readily use Gather Information to locate and track people within communities. This feat can be found on page 154 in Races of Destiny or page 56 of the Unearthed Arcana. Also starting at 4th level, a Bandit is so good at following tracks that he can even track someone that is under the influence of a "[[SRD:Pass_without_Trace|''Pass without Trace'']]" spell or similar effect, though he takes a &minus;10 on his Survival checks when doing so. a Bandit leaves absolutely no trail while traveling in natural surroundings and cannot be tracked. He may choose to leave a trail if so desired.

'''{{Anchor|Speed Climb}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' a Bandit of 7th level or higher can scramble up or down walls and slopes with great speed. He can climb at his speed as a move action with no penalty; however, he must begin and end his move on a horizontal surface (such as the ground or a flat rooftop). If he does not end his movement on a horizontal surface, he falls, taking falling damage as appropriate for his distance above the ground. a Bandit only needs to have one hand free to use this ability. a Bandit loses this ability when wearing heavy armor or carrying a heavy load.

'''{{Anchor|Camouflage}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' Beginning at 8th level, a Bandit can use the hide skill in any sort of terrain, whether natural or not, even if the terrain doesn't grant cover or concealment. He loses this benefit when wearing medium or heavy armor.  

''' {{Anchor|Improved Evasion}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 9th level a Bandit gains Improved Evasion. This ability works like [[#Evasion|evasion]], except that while the Bandit still takes no damage on a successful Reflex saving throw against attacks henceforth he henceforth takes only half damage on a failed save. A helpless Bandit does not gain the benefit of improved evasion.

'''{{Anchor|Skill Mastery}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' At 10th level The Bandit becomes so certain in the use of certain skills that he can use them reliably even under adverse conditions. Upon gaining this ability, he selects a number of skills equal to 3 + his Intelligence modifier. When making a skill check with one of these skills, he may take 10 even if stress and distractions would normally prevent him from doing so. a Bandit may gain this ability multiple times from multiple classes, selecting additional skills for it to apply to each time.

'''{{Anchor|Improved Poison Use}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' Starting at 11th level, a Bandit can apply poison to a weapon as a move action. (Normally, applying a poison is a standard action, like applying an oil.)

'''{{Anchor|Lucky}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):'''  Many Bandits live by the credo "Better lucky than good." Once per day, a Bandit of 12th level or higher may re-roll any failed attack roll, skill check, ability check, or saving throw. The character must take the result of the re-roll, even if it's worse than the original roll.

'''{{Anchor|A Thousand Faces}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Supernatural|Su]]):''' At 13th level, a Bandit gains the ability to change his appearance at will, as if using the ''[[SRD:Disguise Self|disguise self]]'' spell. This affects the Bandit’s body but not his possessions. It is not an illusory effect, but a minor physical alteration of the Bandit’s appearance, within the limits described for the spell.

''' {{Anchor|Hide in Plain Sight}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' While in any sort of terrain, whether natural or not, a Bandit of 14th level or higher may make use the Hide skill even while being observed. 

'''{{Anchor|Free Movement}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Supernatural|Su]]):''' a Bandit is relentless in her pursuit and can slip out of grapples, bonds and even the effects of confining spells easily. Starting at 17th level, this ability duplicates the effects of a "[[SRD:Freedom_of_Movement|''Freedom of Movement'']]" spell at will.

====Huma Bandit Starting Package====

'''Weapons:''' Longbow (1d8, crit 20/x3), 

'''Skill Selection:''' Pick a number of skills equal to 8 + [[Int]] modifier.

{| class="zebra d20"
|-
! class="left" | Skill || Ranks || Ability || Armor<br/>Check<br/>Penalty
|- class=
| class="left" | Climb || 2 || Str || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Disable Device || 4 || Dex || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Hide || 4 || Dex || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Jump || 2 || Str || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Listen || 4 || Wis || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Move Silently || 4 || Dex || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Open Locks || 4 || Dex || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Search || 4 || Int || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Spot || 4 || Wis || &mdash;
|- class=
| class="left" | Survival || 4 || Wis || &mdash;
|- class=
|}

'''Feat:''' Nimble Fingers

'''Bonus Feats:''' Point Blank Shot for Human.

'''Gear:''' Studded Leather.

'''Gold:''' 5d4 X 10.


====Epic Bandit====

{| class="zebra d20"
|+ class="epic" |
<div>{{Anchor|Table: The Epic Bandit}}</div>
[[SRD:Hit Dice|Hit Die]]: d8
|- 
! Level !! Special
|- 
| 21st || class="left" | [[#Epic Trap Sense|Epic Trap Sense]] +8, [[#Bonus Feat|Bonus Feat]]
|- 
| 22nd || class="left" | [[#Teamwork (Tactical Superiority)|Teamwork (Tactical Superiority)]]
|- 
| 23rd || class="left" | Bonus Feat
|- 
| 24th || class="left" | Attentiveness +8, Epic Trap Sense +10
|- 
| 25th || class="left" | Bonus Feat
|- 
| 26th || class="left" | [[#Gate|''Gate'']]
|- 
| 27th || class="left" | Epic Trap Sense +12, Bonus Feat
|- 
| 28th || class="left" | [[#Eternal Freedom|Eternal Freedom]]
|- 
| 29th || class="left" | Bonus Feat
|- 
| 30th || class="left" | Attentiveness +10, Epic Trap Sense +14
|- class="noalt"
| colspan="42" class="skill" |
8 + [[SRD:Intelligence|Int]] modifier skill points per level.
|}

'''{{Anchor|Epic Trap Sense}}: ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Extraordinary|Ex]]):''' The epic Bandit’s bonus on Trap Sense increases by +2 at every three levels higher than 18th.

'''{{Anchor|Bonus Feats}}:''' The epic Bandit gains a bonus [[SRD:Feats|feat]] at 21st level and every other level there after. These feats are selected from the Bandit class feat list presented above. Alternatively your DM may also allow class appropriate epic feats as well.

'''{{Anchor|Teamwork (Tactical Superiority)}}: ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Supernatural|Su]]):''' When a Bandit uses her Tactical Genius ability her bonus she grants all allies within 100 feet who can see or hear her a number of temporary hit points equal to 20 + twice her number of epic levels and a bonus on Attack and Damage Rolls, a Dodge bonus to AC and a bonus on all saves equal to 5 + her number of epic levels. This effect lasts for the round that the Bandit uses it and for 10 rounds there after.

'''{{Anchor|Gate}} ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Spell-Like|Sp]]):''' The scope of the problems that an epic Bandit deals with involves having to move ahead to other planes to Bandit out the surroundings. A 26th level Bandit gains the ability to cast "[[SRD:Gate|''Gate'']]" a number of times per day equal to her Wisdom modifier (minimum of once per day) with a couple of exceptions. 

Firstly, the Bandit may only cast this spell using the first "Planar Travel" effect for making an inter-dimensional doorway, a Bandit cannot use this ability to summon other creatures. Since the Bandit does not have the ability to use the summoning effect, the Bandit does not pay the experience point cost for this spell.  Secondly, the Gate stays open for the appropriate number of rounds, but does not require the Bandit's focus, concentration or even the Bandit's presence to function. This effect has a caster level equal to her Bandit class level.

'''{{Anchor|Eternal Freedom}}: ([[SRD:Special Abilities Overview#Supernatural|Su]])''' A Bandit is so attuned with slipping out of grapples, bonds and even the effects of confining spells that starting at 26th level, she is always considered to be under the effects of an "''Eternal Freedom''" spell, except that it is always active. This spell, located on page 80 of the Epic Level Handbook grants permanent immunity to the following spells, effects and spell-like abilities: ''entangle, hold, imprisonment'', paralysis, petrification, ''sleep, slow'', stunning, ''temporal stasis'' and ''web''.


===Campaign Information===

====Playing a Bandit====

'''Religion:''' Bandits have diverse and personal views on religion, and no one particular religion stands out from any other as being common for the class. However it is common for Bandits to pay homage to deities of nature as much of her job finds her travelling through the wilderness and she feels at home in such locations. She does not see nature in the way a Druid or a Ranger does, being something to be revered or protected. Rather she see terrain over which she must do her job. Although most Bandits do enjoy the beauty of nature, she does not draw power from it the way these other classes do.  

'''Other Classes:''' Bandits gets along well with most all classes. Her beliefs and job does not directly conflict with any given class and she enjoys both doing reconnaissance for a slow, loud group of adventurers, ensuring that each area they venture to is safe and also she enjoys even more subtle quieter groups where others are as naturally nimble and quiet as she is. She also enjoys most parities who are willing to heed her tactical advice in combat and the feeling of being able to help lead them to victory.

'''Role:''' A Bandit plays multiple roles in a party. Primarily like her job description, with her fast movement speed and bonuses on navigating terrain a Bandit does reconnaissance ahead of the group to check for dangers and often volunteers for first watch at night to secure the perimeter before going to bed. Her stealth and trapfinding abilities make her the natural choice for entering and searching dangerous areas. Assisting as a back-up melee combatant or ranged expert in battle she likes to find a place from which she can both give an ally her enhanced flanking bonus and view the battle field to use that information to provide tactical information for her allies to give them an advantage.

'''Advancement:''' Bandit's who choose to take levels in other classes tha Bandit would most likely do so to either gain more combat abilities like with Order of the Bow Initiate<sup>2</sup> Dark Hunter<sup>2</sup> or Darkwood Stalker<sup>2</sup>. Alternatively she might take a more focused section of her profession to enhance. Such as enhancing her trapfinding with Dungeon Delver<sup>1</sup> or enhancing her tracking skill by use of Bloodhound<sup>1</sup> or Justicar<sup>2</sup>. Enhancing her infiltration ability by use of Spy Master<sup>1</sup> or even her agility with use of Thief Acrobat<sup>1</sup> or Exemplar<sup>1</sup>.

<sup>1</sup>: Found in Complete Adventurer
<br/><sup>2</sup>: Found in Complete Warrior

====Bandits in the World====

{{quote|A Bandit is never taken by surprise, he always knows what to do when anything unexpected happens. |orig=Jay Peterson, Human Navy Admiral}}

'''Adventures:''' Most Bandits find themselves as adventurers as part of the military organization that trained them, whether serving as a reconnaissance specialist for a larger military force, or even posted at a tower or fort to watch for enemy movements. Most PC Bandits have since left behind their position within the military for whatever personal reason that leads them to become adventurers, as where others while still an active member of the military are assigned to the adventuring group as a Bandit or guide because the adventurers goals align with the kingdoms goals which leads to a longer mutually beneficial relationship. 

'''Notables:''' One of the most notable Bandits in history is James Houlton, a Huma Bandit from a large kingdom that was reassigned from his post in the kingdom to an adventuring group who was helping repel an invasion of devils. At the height of the battle James lead the adventurers through the devil's portal and Bandited ahead of the adventurers to gather the information on the devil leader's location and defenses which allowed the adventurers to find an opening to get access to and eventually confront and kill the devil leader. This caused a the devils to become disorganized which led to their eventual downfall.  

'''Organizations:''' While Bandits don't have a specific organization of their own, a vast majority of all Bandits receive military training at the start of their career and serve as reconnaissance specialist and outriders for the organization or kingdom that trained them.  

'''NPC Reactions:''' Most NPCs view Bandits as a member of the local military, even if the she is not currently still with the military. Such NPCs tend to view the Bandit fondly and with some level of cordial respect. Especially even more so if she is still active member of the local military that is tasked with protecting them. 

====Bandit Lore====

Characters with a lore skill or ranks in Knowledge (History) can research Bandits to learn more about them.  When a character makes a skill check, read or paraphrase the following, including information from lower DCs.

{| class="zebra d20"
|+ Knowledge (Local)
! DC || class="left" | Result
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| 5 || class="left" | Bandit's are reconnaissance specialists that move ahead at blazing speeds in front of a military to get information for battles and wars. Bandits are also experts at find traps and following the tracks and trails of enemies.
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| 10 || class="left" | Bandit's are also master tacticians trained in battle tactics and wars and use this to guide their companions to tactical advantages in battles. Bandits also learn a small selection of spells they can cast to facilitate their job.
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| 15 || class="left" | Bandits also are masters at traversing difficult terrain and can even follow trails and sneak around quickly with ease. Bandits can even see in almost pitch blackness and smell enemies coming.
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| 20 || class="left" | Anyone making this level of success can learn about most any Bandit ability, and even stories about specific Bandits, how a Bandit is trained and even the current location of a specific Bandit provided she's not in hiding.
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====Bandits in the Game====


'''Sample Encounter:''' 

<onlyinclude>{{Stat Block 2
|summary=
|name=James Houlton |cr=14
|sex=Male |race=[[SRD:Humans (Race)|Human]] |clvl=[[Bandit_(3.5e_Class)|Bandit]] 14
|al=[[SRD:Lawful Neutral|LN]] |size=[[SRD:Medium|Medium]] |type=[[SRD:Humanoid Type|Humanoid]] ([[SRD:Human Subtype|Human]])
|init=+10 (4 dex, 4 class, 2 feat) |sens=[[Darkvision]] 60 ft, [[Scent]] and [[SRD:Blindsight_and_Blindsense|Blindsense]] 30 ft  |listen=+23 (+5 to pinpoint invisible creature) |spot=+23
|aura=Allies gain +4 bonus on saves VS traps and can have tracks hidden within 30 ft.
|lang=Common, Undercommon, Dwarven, Elven, Orc, Draconic
|ac=23 |touch=18 |flat=19
|acmods=+5 armor (+1 [[SRD:Chain Shirt|chain shirt]]), +4 [[SRD:Dexterity|dex]]
|othac= +4 ([[#Battle Intuition|Battle Intuition]])
|miss= [[#Improved Evasion|Improved Evasion]] 
|hp=91 average or 140 maxed |hd=14d8 (63) |othhp=+28 from ({{Con}})
|immune=
|sr= |pr= |resist= 
|fort=+6|ref=+13|will=+8 |othsav=[[#Trap Sense|Trap Sense]] +4 
|weak=
|spd=70 ft. (6 squares) |climb=[[#Speed Climb|70 ft]] |fly= |swim= |othspd= 
|melee1= +1 [[SRD:Rapier|rapier]] +9 1d6 + 2 (+1 (str), +1 (int), +1 (Magic) ) / 18-20 &times;2)
|ranged1= [[SRD:Hand Crossbow|hand crossbow]] +9 1d4 / 19-20 &times;2 30 ft. range
|space=5 ft. |reach=5 ft.
|bab=+10 |grp=+11
|atkop=
|sa=
|cg= +1 [[SRD:Rapier|Rapier]], [[SRD:Hand Crossbow|hand crossbow]], [[SRD:Chain Shirt|chain shirt]]

|slad=CL 14th The save DC is [[SRD:Intelligence|Intelligence]]-based
|freq1=Always under effect
|slaAlways under effect='"[[SRD:Know Direction|''Know Direction'']]", "[[SRD:Status|''Status'']]", "[[SRD:Detect Snares and Pits|''Detect Snares and Pits'']]"
|freq2=At will
|slaAt will="[[SRD:Clairaudience/Clairvoyance|''Clairaudience/Clairvoyance'']]", "[[SRD:Freedom_of_Movement|''Freedom of Movement'']]"
|freq2=4/day Each
|sla4/day Each="[[SRD:Feather_Fall|''Feather Fall'']]", "[[SRD:Tree_Stride|''Tree Stride'']]", "[[SRD:Phase_Door|''Phase Door'']]"

|str=12 (+1) |dex=18 (+4) |con=14 (+2) |int=20 (+5) |wis=18 (+4) |cha=12 (+1)
|sq=[[#Teamwork (Tactics)|Teamwork (Tactics)]], [[#Trapfinding|Trapfinding]], [[#Uncanny Dodge|Uncanny Dodge]], [[#Great Leap|Great Leap]], [[#Camouflage|Camouflage]], [[#Speed Climb|Speed Climb]], [[#Flawless Stride|Flawless Stride]], [[#Swift Stalker|Swift Stalker]], [[#Hide in Plain Sight|Hide in Plain Sight]], [[#Teamwork (Tactical Resistance)|Teamwork (Tactical Resistance)]]

|feats=[[SRD:Alertness|Alertness]], [[SRD:Endurance|Endurance]], [[SRD:Run|Run]], [[SRD:Track|Track]], [[SRD:Nimble Fingers| Nimble Fingers]] Agile Athlete<sup>1</sup>, Fleet of Foot<sup>2</sup>, Keen Eared Bandit<sup>3</sup>, Quick Reconnitor<sup>4</sup>, Steady Mountaineer<sup>5</sup><br/>  

|skills=[[SRD:Climb Skill|Climb]] ([[SRD:Strength|Str]]) +9 (5r), [[SRD:Disable Device Skill|Disable Device]] ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]) +21 (10r), [[SRD:Hide Skill|Hide]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]) +14 (10r), [[SRD:Jump Skill|Jump]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]) +13 (5r), [[SRD:Move Silently Skill|Move Silently]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]) +14 (10r), [[SRD:Listen Skill|Listen]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]) +23 (10r), [[SRD:Open Lock Skill|Open Lock]] ([[SRD:Dexterity|Dex]]) +16 (10r), [[SRD:Search Skill|Search]] ([[SRD:Intelligence|Int]]) +19 (10r), [[SRD:Spot Skill|Spot]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]) +23 (10r), [[SRD:Survival Skill|Survival]] ([[SRD:Wisdom|Wis]]) +18 (10r),

|poss=[[SRD:Hat of Disguise|Hat of Disguise]], [[SRD:Goggles of Minute Seeing|Goggles of Minute Seeing]], [[SRD:Elixir of Vision|Elixir of Vision]], [[SRD:Potions|potion of]] [[SRD:Expeditious Retreat|''Expeditious Retreat'']], Backpack, [[SRD:Acid|acid (flask)]], [[SRD:Antitoxin|Antitoxin (vial)]], Bedroll, Belt Pouch, [[SRD:Caltrops|Caltrops]] &times;4, Crowbar, Flask, Flint and Steel, Grappling Hook X2, Hammer,  Ink Vial, Ink Pen X2, Parchment X10, Piton X10, Silk Rope 50ft, [[SRD:Smokestick|smokestick]] &times;5, Sunrod X2, [[SRD:Tanglefoot Bag|tanglefoot bag]], Tent, [[SRD:Thunderstone|Thunderstone]], Torch X5, Trail Rations (6 days), Waterskin, Whetstone. 274 gp

|deity=Obad hai

|san1='''[[#Trapfinding|Trapfinding]]:''' |sad1=James can detect traps with a DC over 20 as if he were a [[SRD:Rogue|Rogue]]. 
|san2='''[[#Awareness|Awareness]]:''' |sad2= Whenever James passes within 5 feet of a secret or concealed door he is entitled to a search check to notice it as if he was actively looking for it. James gains a +5 bonus on such checks when wearing his goggles of minute seeing.

James can also make an active spot and listen check once each round as a free action instead of a move action. 

If James beats the DC of a listen check by 5 or more he can determine the size, speed and direction of the source of the noise. If he beats the DC by 10 or more he can also determine the precise currrent position of the creature or object that made the sound. If he beats it by 15 or more he can determine the type of armor it wears and what it carries, if anything. If he beats it by 20 or more he can determine the creatures type and subtypes. This applies to both standard and opposed listen checks.
|san3='''[[#Swift Stalker|Swift Stalker]]:''' |sad3= James doesnt take penalties on Hide and Move Silently checks when moving up to his normal speed, and only takes a -10 on such checks when running.
|san4='''[[#Shadowy Figure|Shadowy Figure]]:''' |sad4=James is always considered to be taking 10 on hide and move silently even while walking around normally, unless he wants to be seen or heard. The DM must make opposed spot and listen checks for any NPC's to be aware of the James' presence. While in any sort of terrain, whether natural or not, James may use the Hide skill even while being observed.
|san5='''[[#Flawless Stride|Flawless Stride]]:''' |sad5=James can move through any sort of terrain that slows movement (such as rubble, undergrowth, overgrown areas, natural thorns, briars and similar terrain) at his normal movement speed and without taking damage or suffering any other impairment. He may also run and charge over difficult terrain that normally slows movement or allies or neutral characters blocking his path. This ability enables him to run down steep stairs, leap down from a balcony and tumble over tables to get to his destination.
|san6='''[[#Skill Mastery|Skill Mastery]]:''' |sad6=James is so certain in the use of Listen, Spot, Hide, Move Silently, Search, Disable Device, Open Lock and  that he can use them reliably even under adverse conditions. When making a skill check with one of these skills, he may take 10 even if stress and distractions would normally prevent him from doing so. James may also take 10 on climb and jump checks because of his final feat.

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<!--Treasure Per Character: 8,665g
2320 - +1 Rapier
2250 - +1 Mithral Shirt
1800 - Hat of Disguise
1250 - Goggles of Minute Seeing
250  - Elixer of Vision
100  - Masterwork Thieves Tools
100  - Smoke Sticks X5
80   - Climbers Kit
50   - Potion of Expeditious Retreat
50   - Tanglefoot bag
50   - Anti-toxin vial
47   - Backpack 2, Bedroll 1sp, Belt Pouch 1, Crowbar 2, Flask 3 cp, Flint and Steel 1, Grappling Hook X2 2, Hammer 5sp,  Ink Vial 8, Ink Pen X2 2 sp, Parchment X10 2, Piton X10 1, Silk Rope 50ft 10, Sunrod X2 4, Tent 10, Torch X5 5sp Trail Rations (6 days) 3, Waterskin 1, Whetstone 2 cp
30   - Thunderstone
10   - Acid Flask
4    - Caltrops X4

T:8,361
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{{underbar|What the feats do|Agile Athlete: (Dex to Climb and Jump)<br/>Fleet of Foot: (Make one direction change during run or charge)<br/>Keen Eared Bandit: (Listen check reveals extra information about source of sound and +5 to pinpoint invisible creatures)<br/>Quick Reconnitor: (Make Spot and Listen checks each round as free action, +2 initiative)<br/>Steady Mountaineer: (Always take 10 on Climb and Jump)}}

{{underbar|Feat Locations|<sup>1</sup>: Found in Races of Wild<br/><sup>2</sup>: Found in Complete Warrior<br/><sup>3</sup>: Found in Players Handbook II<br/><sup>4</sup>: Found in Complete Adventurer<br/><sup>5</sup>: Found in Races of Stone}}


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