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Barrister

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You were trained in the law -- not merely to follow it, but to wield it. Through years of study and courtroom experience, you learned to construct arguments, interpret statutes, find loopholes, and speak with the authority of legal precedent. You might have defended the innocent, prosecuted the guilty, or simply worked for whoever could pay your fees. Regardless, you understand that the law is both shield and sword, and you know how to use it as both.

Ability Score Adjustments: +1 Intelligence or Charisma, +1 on any other ability

Skill Proficiencies: Persuasion, Investigation

Tool Proficiencies: Calligrapher's Supplies

Languages: Two of your choice

Equipment: A set of fine clothes, a leather case containing legal documents, sealing wax and a signet ring (or stamp), writing supplies, and a belt pouch containing 20 gp

Feature: Loophole

Once per long rest, when you or an ally within 30 feet fails a Charisma check to persuade, deceive, or intimidate, you can use your reaction to interject with a legal argument. The target must make a Wisdom saving throw (DC = 8 + your proficiency bonus + your Intelligence modifier) or the failure becomes a success.