Dragon Rider (Character Kit)

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==Dragon Rider==
The dragon rider is a kindred elf, dwarf, or gnome trained to work in total harmony with a dragon master. These Demi-humens do not control the dragons they ride. Instead, they serve as another set of eyes and ears for their dragons, suggesting tactics and warning against blindside attacks. 
Requirements: Any demihuman fighter can be a dragon rider. Multiclassed fighters are also allowed, if they have Strength scores of 14 or better and Wisdom scores of 15 or better. 
Role: Dragon riders are the true companions of their dragon masters. The bond between a dragon and a kindred dragon rider is even stronger due to the subtle and close working relationship the pair share. 
To other vassals, dragon riders are true heroes. They take to the air without hesitation, riding atop their masters into whatever situation is at hand. As a team, a dragon and its kindred rider operate better and with greater skill than either can alone. Though a dragon rider trains from the moment of bonding with the dragon master, the two cannot ride into battle until the dragon has reached the age of young adult. Before that it is too small and inexperienced to successfully work in tandem with its kindred. 
Weapon Proficiencies: A dragon rider must spend initial slots on a long or short sword, a lance, and some sort of missile weapon. 
Nonweapon Proficiencies:
* Bonus: Riding, Aerial (dragon specialization).
* Required- Survival (in dragon's terrain type), Kindredbond.
* Recommended, general- Rope Use, Weather Sense.
* Recommended, warrior- Endurance, Navigation, Tracking. 
Equipment: Dragon riders can wear any type of armor, but they do not carry shields. A dragon rider starts with a saddle specially designed for his or her dragon master, but must purchase armor and weapons. 
Special Benefits: Dragon riders and their dragons gain a + 1 bonus to attack rolls and Armor Class when fighting mounted. Also, when flying, the team has 360° vision, making it unlikely they will be surprised. 
Special Hindrances: Both dragon and rider must have the Kindredbond proficiency. Because of the close training and contact they share with their dragon masters, dragon riders suffer a -1 penalty to attack rolls (only) when they fight unmounted. 
Wealth Options: Dragon riders start play with 4d4 x 10 gold pieces with which to purchase equipment.
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