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The Acrobat

The characteristics of the character and the characteristics of the mask are the same

Starting Ability: You can fit through any space as big as your head, unarmed attacks deal damage as if they were small weapons, and you start with 1 Mask.

MASKS

The Acrobat wears many masks. Exaggerations and celebrations of the human condition.

If playing as an Acrobat, a list of Masks is available to use and select from.

Level 1 Acrobats roll randomly for their starting Mask.

Acrobats gain a randomly rolled new Mask at every level.

You are free to create your own Masks.

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Character(s) Masks Status Costume Troupes
Beltrame Yes Villager who pretends to be rich Tunic and cape A crafty, astute villager, husband, and blunderer who often reaches his goals in virtue of his lack of scruples, astute rhetoric, and mock good manners.
Brighella Yes Smart and vindictive servant/middle class character White smock and pants with green trim A masterful liar and can make up a spur-of-the moment lie for any situation. He is an inveterate schemer. If his plans failed, it was almost always out of luck on behalf of the other characters. When he is a servant, he will either serve his master devotedly or look for every opportunity to ruin and take advantage of him as he happens to see fit—whatever will gain the greatest advantage for himself and himself alone. He is fond of money, but spends it rapidly, and tends to be especially fond of the drink
Colombina No Perky maid / servant Can be colorful on par with Harlequin or black and white The buxom and gossipy servant. Very infrequently without something to say to or about someone. Down to earth and always see the situation for what it actually is
Gianduja No Honest peasant who loves wine and food Brown suit and horn hat A simple farmer, but also a gourmand of sorts. Often called “John of the jug” or “John Sausage”
Harlequin Yes Servant (sometimes to two masters) Colorful tight-fitting jacket and trousers a light-hearted, nimble, and astute servant, often acting to thwart the plans of his master, and pursuing his own love interest with wit and resourcefulness. The prototypical romantic hero.
Il Capitano Yes Indigent loner Military uniform The vainglorious soldier who continually affirmed his military quality in words and without foundation. He boasts of titles he did not possess or of feats he had never accomplished. Often talks at length about made-up conquests of both the militaristic and the carnal variety to impress others, but often ends up impressing only himself. He gets easily carried away in his tales and doesn't realize when those around him don't buy his act. He would be the first to run away from all battles. Also extremely opportunistic and greedy. If fight an enemy he will bluster about fighting them to his last drop of blood, but when the enemy seem to be winning, he will join them. He will change sides again when they are driven off and boast about his loyalty and bravery.
Il Dottore Yes Head of the household Black scholarly robe Comically inept. He is usually extremely rich an extremely pompous, loving the sound of his own voice and spouting “smart sounding words” without true comprehension. A playfully parody the educated elite. Fond of food and wine but loves chocolate the most
Innamorati No High-class hopeless lovers Nicely dressed on par with the time The lovers are ridiculous and over the top about everything, but they are completely sincere in their emotions. Separation from their lover leads them to strongly lament and moan their state, although, once they finally meet, they are at a loss of words. When not getting their way, they become completely devastated, they pout, and even cry and whine if things do not go according to their wishes. The women's dresses are of the finest silks and they wear showy jewelry characteristic of a contemporary, urbane style, while the males wear soldier-like attire
Pantalone Yes Older wealthy man Dark capes and red trousers Portrayed as an older, single man. Often a tradesman or merchant. Entirely based on currency and ego, for he has the highest regard for his intelligence, "but at every step he becomes the butt for every conceivable kind of trick”. Often, inhumane treatment of his fellows. Petty, and he never forgets or forgives even the smallest things.
Pierrot No (but heavy makeup) Servant (Sad clown) White, flowy costume with large buttons A singular figure yet with many meanings. The naïve butt of practical jokes and amorous scheming , the prankish but innocent waif, the narcissistic dreamer, the frail, neurasthenic, often doom-ridden soul, the clumsy, although ardent, lover, the madcap master of chaos, the purveyor of hearty and wholesome fun and often times various combinations of all of these qualities and traits.
Pulcinella Yes Servant or master Baggy, white outfit His visual appearance includes a humpback, a crooked nose, gangly legs, a potbelly, large cheeks, and a gigantic mouth. A social climber, striving to rise above his station in life. He is an opportunist who always sides with the winner in any situation and who fears no consequences. His main motivations are self-interest and self-preservation, yet tends to rescue other characters from trouble.
Sandrone No Cunning peasant Corduroy jacket and pants, red and white cross-striped socks A crude, clever, and cunning peasant. He is seen as the spokesman of a humble people who are ill-treated, eternally hungry, and always using tricks to make ends meet.
Scaramouche Yes, later removed Braggart with villainous traits Black Spanish dress A unscrupulous rascal. Typically vainglorious yet cowardly. While still a ridiculous buffoon, he is in fact, extremely talented, artistic and graceful. He has a good singing voice and can play a lute.
Tartaglia Yes Stuttering statesman Large felt hat and enormous cloak A stuttering man. His social status varies; he is sometimes a bailiff, lawyer, notary or chemist with farsighted wisdom