Criminal

You are one of many experienced criminals with a history of breaking the law, and you may be affiliated with a gang or organisation. You have spent a lot of time among other criminals and still have contacts within the criminal underworld. You're far closer than most people to the world of murder, theft, and violence that pervades the underbelly of civilization, and you have survived up to this point by flouting the rules and regulations of society.

Dwarven Carta - You are, or were a member of the Carta, that underground organisation reaching its grasping fingers up to the surface. You understand some of the particularities of lyrium smuggling, and can get better prices from traders you know are affiliated with them.

City Gang Member - You are, or were, one of the many members of the various gangs that operate in the cities, occasionally bringing local towns under their 'protection' too. Pick a city base. Your gang operates here (or did), and you can get better prices and other perks (such as knowing which guards can be bribed) when you are in this location.

Raider of the Waking Sea - You are, or were, a member of the Felicisima Armada or one of its affiliated raider gangs, although you did not sail yourself, taking care of most land operations. You know where to get cheaper sea travel, and know some of the main smuggling points in the area you operated.

Proficiencies and Equipment
Skill Proficiencies: Deception, Stealth

Tool Proficiencies: One type of gaming set, thieves' tools

Languages: None

Equipment: A crowbar, a set of dark common clothes including a hood, and a pouch containing 15gp

Feature: Criminal Contact
You have a reliable and trustworthy contact who acts as your liaison to a network of other criminals. You know how to get messages to and from your contact, even over great distances; specifically, you know the local messengers, corrupt caravan masters, and seedy sailors who can deliver messages for you.

Variant Feature: Faction Spy
Instead of criminal contacts, instead your network is that of a spy one. Whether the Tevinter Siccari, Orlesian Bards, Ben Hassrath or some other faction, you are able to get in touch with members of your fellow faction for tips, updates and aid.