Jason Bane

Born in the shadow of the Desmond empire's sprawling underworld, Jason Bane clawed his way up through the ranks of the assassin's guild with a singular obsession: perfection. For two decades, he honed his craft with surgical precision, becoming the fourth-ranked killer in the organization—a distinction that gnawed at him with every contract completed. His reputation for ruthlessness preceded him through whispered conversations in dim taverns and blood-stained alleyways, yet he remained perpetually frustrated by the three names ranked above his own. Every rival eliminated, every impossible target neutralized, only deepened his hunger for supremacy and the recognition that should have crowned him the greatest. When the opportunity arose to claim a seat at the High Table, Jason saw not honor but leverage—a platform from which to reshape the criminal landscape entirely to his advantage. He seized control of the Desmond empire's territories with calculated brutality, transforming what had been a fragmented collection of operations into a personal kingdom of power and wealth. His ascension marked a turning point in the organization's history, though few understood the true nature of his ambitions: Jason viewed even his fellow Table members as expendable pieces in an endless game of self-aggrandizement. He would dismantle alliances, orchestrate betrayals, and sacrifice entire criminal enterprises without hesitation if such actions promised to elevate his own position, making him a dangerous wildcard whose loyalty could never be assumed and whose ambitions knew no moral boundaries.

Strength

14, modifier +2

Dexterity

20, modifier +5

Constitution

16, modifier +3

Intelligence

16, modifier +3

Wisdom

12, modifier +1

Charisma

18, modifier +4

Assassinate

Make a melee attack against a surprised target, dealing 6d6 extra damage.

Shadow Strike

Make two attacks with a dagger; on hit, deal 1d4 + 5 piercing damage plus 3d6 sneak attack damage.

Betrayal

Choose one ally within 30 ft.; they must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or become Jason's enemy for 1 minute.

Calculated Retreat

Dash as a bonus action, leaving behind a smoke bomb that creates a 20 ft. radius of obscuring smoke.

Manipulative Charm

Charm a creature within 30 ft. (DC 18 Wisdom save); if failed, they regard Jason as a trusted ally for 1 hour.

Deadly Precision

Make a single attack with advantage; if it hits, deal an additional 3d8 damage.

Master of Deception

Jason can use his charisma to manipulate others, gaining advantage on deception checks.

Shadow Step

He can move through shadows, gaining advantage on stealth checks in dim light or darkness.

Keen Instincts

Jason has advantage on initiative rolls and cannot be surprised.

Ruthless Opportunist

He deals an extra 3d6 damage on attacks against surprised enemies.

strength

+7

dexterity

+10

intelligence

+8

wisdom

+5

Shadow Ambush

Teleport up to 60 ft. to an unoccupied space in dim light or darkness and make a melee attack.

Double Cross

Choose one creature within 30 ft.; they must succeed on a DC 18 Wisdom saving throw or take 4d10 psychic damage.

Ruthless Betrayal

Force a creature within 60 ft. to make a DC 18 Charisma saving throw; on failure, they are charmed and must attack an ally.

Poison

Psychic

Charmed

Frightened