Meta-Profile: Rowan Locke (As of C20)
Added 2025-07-10 03:28:57 +0000 UTCTITLE: The Imp, Apprentice Magician, Ward of Pennyworth
LEVEL: 11
RACE: Human (Fiend-Touched)
CLASS: Rogue (Assassin) 6 / Warlock (Fiend) 4 / Fighter (Battle Master) 1
ALIGNMENT: Chaotic Good
β ATTRIBUTES:
β’ STR: 16 (+3)
- (Demonic heritage and rigorous training provide physical power far beyond his frame.)
β’ DEX: 20 (+5)
- (Peak human agility and reflexes, honed by years on the street and perfected by Batman.)
β’ CON: 17 (+3)
- (Resilient physiology with a minor regenerative factor. High pain tolerance, both physical and psychological.)
β’ INT: 18 (+4)
- (A sharp tactical mind, skilled in analysis and strategy. Possesses external knowledge of his world's mechanics.)
β’ WIS: 14 (+2)
- (Excellent perception and street smarts. Prone to reckless and prideful decisions when provoked.)
β’ CHA: 18 (+4)
- (Force of personality is immense. Excels at intimidation, deception, and psychological warfare. Traditional charm is... Selective.)
β SKILLS & PROFICIENCIES:
β’ Proficient Skills: Acrobatics (Expertise), Stealth (Expertise), Deception, Intimidation, Investigation, Perception, Sleight of Hand
β’ Weapon Proficiencies: Simple Weapons, Improvised Weapons, Martial Weapons (Staff), Firearms (Basic)
β’ Tool Proficiencies: Thieves' Tools, Disguise Kit, Basic Gadgetry
β’ Saving Throws: Dexterity, Intelligence
β FEATURES & ABILITIES:
β’ Ichor (Sentient Shadow): Rowan's demonic power manifests as a sentient, two-dimensional shadow he can command that can interact with other shadows to manipulate physical objects.
- Possesses strength and speed far exceeding Rowan's own.
- Can phase through small openings and move undetected.
- Currently chafes under Rowan's "no-kill" command.
β’ Vigilante Training (The Bat's Way): Mastered multiple martial arts forms focused on efficiency, takedowns, and environmental control. Trained to analyze opponents and exploit weaknesses mid-combat.
β’ Aura-Farming: A psychological warfare technique Rowan uses to deliberately cultivate a terrifying, unpredictable reputation and gain a tactical advantage by demoralizing his opponents before a fight begins.
β’ Meta-Knowledge (Secret): As a Reincarnator, Rowan possesses knowledge of future events, character backstories, and hidden weaknesses, giving him a massive strategic advantage.
β’ Pact Magic (Apprentice): Has begun rudimentary study of magic under Zatara. Has a basic understanding of magical theory. Has yet learned to cast Spells.
β EQUIPMENT:
β’ The Imp Suit: Advanced combat suit with reinforced plating, a sensory deprivation helmet with multiple vision modes, and a prehensile mechanical tail for traversal and combat.
β’ Utility Belt: Carries an assortment of Batarangs (standard, explosive), a grappling hook, smoke pellets, fear pellets, cryo-pellets, and zip-ties.
β’ Rosary of Containment (Equipped): A holy object given by Alfred.
- Effect: Suppresses the physical manifestations of his demonic heritage and seals Ichor's full power. Causes constant, low-level pain and prevents access to his Demonic Form. Acts as a focus against his own corruption.
β CURRENT STATUS & CONDITIONS:
β’ Mentorship (Zatara): He has officially become the Apprentice to Giovanni Zatara.
β’ Heir Apparent: With Dick Grayson's training underway, Rowan's begun to transition from the role of a Sidekick to that of an independent operator and mentor figure in his own right.
A/N: The LitRPG elements will come into play in after the Conclusion of Year One. This is just a way for you guys to quantify his gains.