Anya, Mistress of the Empty Net

Medium Humanoid (any race), Chaotic Neutral

Armor Class 14 (studded leather) (natural armor)
Hit Points 33 (6d8 + 6)
Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
10 (0)	16 (+3)	12 (+1)	14 (+2)	12 (+1)	15 (+2)

Saving Throws Dex +5, Int +4
Skills Acrobatics +5, Deception +4, Insight +3, Investigation +4, Perception +3, Stealth +5 (expert in thievery)
Damage Vulnerabilities —
Damage Resistances —
Damage Immunities —
Condition Immunities —
Senses Passive Perception 13
Languages Common, Thieves' Cant, Pirate Slang, Elvish
Challenge 1 (200 XP)

**Cunning Action.** On each of her turns, Anya can use a bonus action to take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action. **Trinket (Pet Magpie).** Trinket often perches nearby, granting Anya advantage on Wisdom (Perception) checks relying on sight.

Actions

- Multiattack.** Anya makes two attacks: one with her shortsword and one with her hidden dagger. **Shortsword.** Melee Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d6 + 3) piercing damage. **Hidden Dagger.** Melee or Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, reach 5 ft. or range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d4 + 3) piercing damage, and the attack deals an extra 3 (1d6) damage if the target is surprised or Anya has advantage on the attack roll (Sneak Attack).

Roleplaying Notes

Anya is the proprietor of a hidden information network. She uses her establishment to gather and trade secrets. She is highly protective of her autonomy and her few soft spots (children and animals).

Additional Info

Appearance Anya is a whirlwind of contradictions. Barely out of her twenties, she has eyes the color of storm clouds and a mischievous grin that could charm or intimidate in equal measure. Her raven hair, often tangled and windswept, frames a face etched with both youthful innocence and cunning lines around her eyes. Anya's build is slender but surprisingly strong, honed from years of navigating treacherous streets and eluding guards. She favors practical clothing - leather jerkins, worn breeches, and sturdy boots - but a flash of silk or a glint of silver jewelry always betrays her hidden wealth.
Voice/Mannerisms Clear, confident tone, often uses colorful pirate or street slang.
Bond Her reputation as the only honest information broker in the city; her magpie, Trinket.
Ideal Freedom and self-reliance above all else.
Flaw Can be reckless when her soft spots (children/animals) are threatened.
Info Anya speaks several languages, including thieves' cant and a smattering of pirate slang. Despite her profession, she has a soft spot for children and animals, often providing them with food and shelter when she can. Rumors abound about Anya's past - some whisper of a noble upbringing gone wrong, others of a pirate captain as her father. She keeps her secrets close, adding to her mystique.
Equipment Studded leather armor, two daggers (one hidden), a small bag of silver, and her pet magpie, Trinket.

Creature Image — Anya, Mistress of the Empty Net