Tax Collector

Level -1

Creature· humanMediumRemaster

Speed

25 ft.

Perception

Fort

Ref

Will

human humanoid

Languages common

Skills society +9, deception +8, diplomacy +8, intimidation +8, thievery +6

Recall Knowledge DC 13 (society)

Attacks

Melee Dagger +5 (agile, finesse, versatile-s), Damage 1d4 piercing

Melee Fist +5 (agile, finesse, nonlethal, unarmed), Damage 1d4 bludgeoning

Melee Crossbow +5 (reload 1 ft.), Damage 1d8 piercing

Abilities

DC 19 Against Stealinginteraction

Financial Specialistinteraction

When dealing with matters of taxes and finance, the tax collector is a 3rd-level challenge.

Glittering Distraction◆

The tax collector Strides. At any point during this movement, they can Interact to hurl coins. If there are Commoners about, this typically causes a scene. Crowds are usually difficult terrain and have other effects.

Ledgers and marks, positive and negative flows, and levies and allotments are a tax collector's daily bread. Where coin is gained, from whom it's collected, and to whom it's disbursed are their concerns—not who can afford the taxes.

Larger societies rely on those with the authority and the ability to interpret and enforce laws. Some carry out these duties fairly, but others are harsh and cruel, imposing severe punishments on anyone unable to pay for clemency.