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Heroic Paths

Heroic paths represent the mundane competencies heroes of Roshar use to make their mark. Browse each path's specialties, starting skill, and signature talent.

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Agent emblem
visibility

Agent

A cunning operative of shadow and precision

Agents use cunning, stealth, and precision to accomplish their goals. They thrive where subtlety matters more than strength.

Starting Skill

+1 Insight

Key Talent

Opportunist

Reroll a plot die once per round.

Specialties
InvestigatorSpyThief
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Envoy emblem
handshake

Envoy

A masterful voice of influence and conviction

Envoys shape events through words and presence. They rally allies, forge alliances, and carry the banner of a cause wherever they go.

Starting Skill

+1 Discipline

Key Talent

Rousing Presence

Make an ally Determined.

Specialties
DiplomatFaithfulMentor
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Hunter emblem
target

Hunter

A relentless tracker of the Rosharan wilds

Hunters are patient, observant, and lethal. They choose their ground, their timing, and their quarry — then commit.

Starting Skill

+1 Perception

Key Talent

Seek Quarry

Choose a character to pursue and gain an advantage against.

Specialties
ArcherAssassinTracker
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Leader emblem
military_tech

Leader

An inspiring commander who rallies the charge

Leaders amplify everyone around them. Their presence, voice, and tactical mind make allies measurably better at whatever they already do.

Starting Skill

+1 Leadership

Key Talent

Decisive Command

Grant an ally a command die on their next test.

Specialties
ChampionOfficerPolitico
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Scholar emblem
school

Scholar

A seeker of knowledge and hidden truths

Scholars rebuild civilization one discovery at a time. Their intellect is portable, reassignable, and the most flexible resource in the game.

Starting Skill

+1 Lore

Key Talent

Erudition

Gain reassignable expertises and bonus skill ranks.

Specialties
ArtifabrianStrategistSurgeon
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Warrior emblem
swords

Warrior

A master of arms trained for every battle

Warriors are the path for the fight that matters. They survive longer, hit harder, and adapt to the combat in front of them.

Starting Skill

+1 Athletics

Key Talent

Vigilant Stance

Enter a reactive fighting stance; cheaper Dodge and Reactive Strike.

Specialties
DuelistShardbearerSoldier
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