A swashbuckler was a graceful and sophisticated individual who focused on honing their skill with a blade and demonstrating poise in one–on–one combat.[5][2] They seemed to always attract danger and trouble, as well as the ire of other rogues who sought to best their abilities.[5]
Culture[]
These individuals often lived by their own rules, governed by a unique sense of moral principles. They often sought out adventure on the open seas, living as privateers or corsairs.[7] They were considered to be the epitome of confidence and daring in battle.[2]
Swashbucklers were often romantics as heart, seeking passion both in adventure as well as in the company of others.[5][7]
Abilities[]
These rogues were among the most charming and debonair as could be found throughout the lands.[2] While they were seemingly always ready with a droll comment or witty remark, they usually came across as endearing and well within acceptable manners.[5]
In battle, swashbucklers moved nimbly in and out of battle, taking deft and precise actions.[5] They were quite adept at harrying their foes with quick attacks while avoiding any parries or reprisals.[2] As such the most skilled and expert swashbucklers were considered to be among the Realms' finest duelists.[2]
Possessions[]
Swashbucklers typically wielded blades in battle,[5] and often favored rapiers.[8] They eschewed heavy armor and preferred the opportunity to be light on their feet.[2]
History[]
The stylish constructs known as nimblewrights were designed to look and fight like swashbucklers.[9]
Notable Swashbucklers[]
A swashbuckler deftly swinging from the ropes of a ship.
Unlike others swashbucklers, drow were known to fight dirty and win by any means necessary. These drow duelists were considered among the finest of the Realms, many of whom were recruited to Bregan D'aerthe.[10]
Individuals[]
- Dauravyn Redbeard, a retired adventurer who went on to run The Way Inn on the Sword Coast.[11]
- Jarlaxle Baenre, the legendary drow criminal mastermind and secret ruler of Luskan.[12]
- Vevette Blackwater, one of the high-ranking officers within the reformed Zhentarim.[13]
Rumors & Legends[]
The ideal of the swashbuckler was widely romanticized by many individuals, greatly adding to their charming appeal.[5]
Appendix[]
See Also[]
Appearances[]
- Adventures
- Waterdeep: Dragon Heist
- Video Games
- Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn • Neverwinter Nights 2: Storm of Zehir
- Organized Play & Licensed Adventures
- Reclamation
External links[]
Swashbuckler article at the Baldur's Gate Wiki, a wiki for the Baldur's Gate games.
References[]
- ↑ Mike Mearls, Jeremy Crawford (2014). Player's Handbook 5th edition. (Wizards of the Coast), pp. 95–97. ISBN 978-0-7869-6560-1.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Steve Kenson, et al. (November 2015). Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide. Edited by Kim Mohan. (Wizards of the Coast), pp. 135–136. ISBN 978-0-7869-6580-9.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Jeremy Crawford, Mike Mearls, Robert J. Schwalb, Adam Lee, Christopher Perkins, Matt Sernett (November 2017). Xanathar's Guide to Everything. Edited by Kim Mohan. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 47. ISBN 978-0-7869-6612-7.
- ↑ Andy Collins, David Noonan, Ed Stark (November 2003). Complete Warrior. (Wizards of the Coast), pp. 12–13. ISBN ISBN 0-7869-2880-8.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 Aaron Allston (1989). The Complete Fighter's Handbook. (TSR), pp. 34–35. ISBN 978-0880387798.
- ↑ John Nephew, Carl Sargent and Douglas Niles (1989). The Complete Thief's Handbook. Edited by Scott Haring. (TSR), pp. 41–42. ISBN 0-88038-780-7.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Christopher Perkins, James Haeck, James Introcaso, Adam Lee, Matthew Sernett (September 2018). Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. Edited by Jeremy Crawford. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 216. ISBN 978-0-7869-6625-7.
- ↑ Grant Boucher, Troy Christensen, Jon Pickens, John Terra and Scott Davis (1991). Arms and Equipment Guide. (TSR, Inc.), p. 103. ISBN 1-56076-109-1.
- ↑ Christopher Perkins, James Haeck, James Introcaso, Adam Lee, Matthew Sernett (September 2018). Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. Edited by Jeremy Crawford. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 212. ISBN 978-0-7869-6625-7.
- ↑ Matt Sernett, Erik Scott de Bie, Ari Marmell (August 2011). Neverwinter Campaign Setting. Edited by Tanis O'Connor. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 122. ISBN 0-7869-5814-6.
- ↑ Ed Greenwood, Julia Martin, Jeff Grubb (1993). Forgotten Realms Campaign Setting 2nd edition (revised), A Grand Tour of the Realms. (TSR, Inc), p. 103. ISBN 1-5607-6617-4.
- ↑ Christopher Perkins, James Haeck, James Introcaso, Adam Lee, Matthew Sernett (September 2018). Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. Edited by Jeremy Crawford. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 6. ISBN 978-0-7869-6625-7.
- ↑ Christopher Perkins, James Haeck, James Introcaso, Adam Lee, Matthew Sernett (September 2018). Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. Edited by Jeremy Crawford. (Wizards of the Coast), p. 97. ISBN 978-0-7869-6625-7.
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