Fortune Seeker
Subclass of: Rogue
Fortune Seeker Rogues embody the archetype of the intrepid treasure hunter, driven by the lure of adventure and the promise of ancient riches. These rogues are distinguished by their insatiable curiosity for the secrets of forgotten civilizations and the thrill of navigating perilous dungeons and mysterious ruins. Equipped with their iconic bullwhips, Fortune Seekers are masters of maneuverability, using their whips for both offense and agile escapes, displaying feats of dexterity that allow them to overcome obstacles and enemies alike. Their extensive travels make them adept at navigating and surviving a range of exotic locales, from subterranean caverns to ancient temples, with an uncanny ability to understand and appreciate the value of the relics they uncover. As they progress, their expertise with the bullwhip grows, granting them unique combat strategies such as disarming foes or knocking them prone with precise strikes. Their keen eye for antiquities not only enables them to appraise and discern the worth of treasures but also to haggle effectively, ensuring they always get the best deal in any transaction. The life of a Fortune Seeker Rogue is one of constant exploration, where danger is met with excitement, and the promise of untold wealth is just a whip-crack away.
Rogues of the Archetype of the Fortune Seeker are known for their adventurous spirit as much as their sly, stealthy nature. Those who choose this lifestyle are thought to be thrill seekers and even a bit reckless. Constantly in search of their next escapade, in pursuit of ancient treasure, trinkets and antiques. They can oftentimes be found traversing through vast caverns, dungeons or temples, stumbling into all manner of traps and dangerous situations. These rogues appreciate the mystery and secrecy of forgotten civilizations and lost worlds, and would much rather spend their time here than in the modern, mundane life of the city. These fortune seekers often carry bullwhips with them on their adventures, allowing them to deal out damage and quickly escape combat with their feats of dexterity.
Bullwhip is a homebrew weapon that is a 1d6 weapon that is available to this class. It is not a default selectable item, but can/will be made to partner with this subclass.
Bullwhip Weapon (martial) Cost: 20 gp Damage: 1d6 slashing Weight: 5 lbs. Properties: Finesse, light, reach This spiral-shaped whip has a lash at the end.
Mushroom Homebrew
Whip Expert
3rd-level Fortune Seeker feature
You gain the whip mastery feat.
(the feat will need to be manually added to your character sheet)
Familiar Explorer
3rd-level Fortune Seeker feature
Your adventuring has taken you to all manner of regions, you have become more at home in foreign and exotic locations. Choose one setting from the following list: ancient ruins, dungeons, temples, or subterranean caverns. While in a setting you’ve chosen, you gain advantage on all Intelligence (History, Investigation) and Wisdom (Perception, Survival) checks.
At 9th and 13th levels, you select an additional setting.
Ancient Ruins
While in ancient ruins, you gain advantage on all Intelligence (History, Investigation) and Wisdom (Perception, Survival) checks.
Dungeons
While in dungeons, you gain advantage on all Intelligence (History, Investigation) and Wisdom (Perception, Survival) checks.
Subterranean Caverns
While in subterranean caverns, you gain advantage on all Intelligence (History, Investigation) and Wisdom (Perception, Survival) checks.
Temples
While in temples, you gain advantage on all Intelligence (History, Investigation) and Wisdom (Perception, Survival) checks.
Bullwhip Specialist
9th-level Fortune Seeker feature
Your mastery of the bullwhip affords you additional combat options . You gain the following options:
As a bonus action, select a target within 10 feet, the target must succeed on a Dexterity saving throw or be knocked prone as the whip sweeps their legs out from under them. The DC for the saving throw equals 8 + your Dexterity modifier + your proficiency bonus.
As a bonus action, select a target wielding a weapon or holding an item within 10 feet The target must succeed on a Strength saving throw or be disarmed, or have the item knocked out of its hands. The DC for the saving throw equals 8 + your Dexterity modifier + your proficiency bonus.
Antiquities Appraisal
9th-level Fortune Seeker feature
During your excavations you have come across vast amounts of treasure, gold and other valuables. You can easily determine the value of many trinkets and goods, knowing which are the most valuable. You are able to appraise the value of any treasure that you may find during your travels. You are able to make an Intelligence (Investigation) check, adding your proficiency bonus or double your proficiency bonus if you already have proficiency with the Intelligence (Investigation) skill, to determine the value of an item or object. The DC for the check is determined by the item’s rarity, and uses the chart below for magical and mundane items.
Rarity (Magic) / Cost (Mundane) / Intelligence (Investigation) DC
Common | 1 gp - 50 gp | DC 10
Uncommon | 51 gp - 500 gp | DC 12
Rare | 501 gp - 5000 gp | DC 14
Very Rare | 5001 gp - 50,000 gp | DC 16
Legendary | 50,001 gp+ | DC 18
Bullwhip Expert
13th-level Fortune Seeker feature
You have perfected your use with the bullwhip. You gain the following features:
As a bonus action, you can attempt to grapple a target up to one size larger than you within 10 feet of you that you can see with your bullwhip. You have advantage on the grapple attempt.
As a bonus action, you can use your bullwhip to grab and pull unattended objects within 10 feet of you into your hand. Objects weighing less than 10 lbs. are automatically grabbed and can be pulled back to you or used as you wish. Heavier objects may require a Strength check determined by the Game Master.
Outnumbered Combatant
13th-level Fortune Seeker feature
When one hostile creature is within 10 feet of you, in response to another hostile creature moving to within 10 feet of you, you make a spin attack with your bullwhip as a reaction, striking at each target within reach. Make a separate attack roll with advantage against each target.
Once you have used this feature, you cannot use it again until after you finish a short or long rest.
Bullwhip Master
17th-level Fortune Seeker feature
You have perfected your use with the bullwhip. You gain the following features:
You have learned how to maximize the offensive capabilities of the bullwhip. Your bullwhip now deals 1d8 damage instead of 1d6 damage. (consult DM to make new weapon)
You are able to make a quick strike attack with your bullwhip. Anytime you land an attack on a target with your bullwhip, you are able to make an additional attack as a bonus action.
Haggle
17th-level Fortune Seeker feature
Your ability to appraise items and objects, and uncover their value, has put you in a position to run the market. While buying or selling goods, you are able to make an Intelligence check adding your proficiency bonus, contested by the vendor’s Wisdom (Insight) check. On a success, you are able to get a better deal than otherwise. For goods you are buying, you are able to purchase them at three-quarters the original price. For goods you are selling, you are able to sell them for one and one quarter the original price.