Vicious Stomping Rogue

[cranewings]

I'm writing up a rogue (bandit archetype) who is suppose to lead a group of 40 bandits and rules a crap hole town with an iron fist. He is sixth level.

I'm thinking of giving him two combat tricks to go with his 4 other feats.

Combat Reflexes
Improved Unarmed
Vicious Stomp
Combat Expertise
Improved Trip
Agile Maneuvers

So this is my question: do rogues get sneak attack against Prone Targets? It is kind of a pointless build if they don't.

[Taanyth Tuilinn]

nope. unless it's pinned, it does not lose its dex bonus.

[Dennis Baker]

Rogues get sneak attack when they have flanking or if an opponent is denied their dexterity bonus to AC. Prone does neither.

[cranewings]

Eh, that's what I figured. Besides, he has a metric ton of minions. I'm sure someone can help him flank.

[Taanyth Tuilinn]

What would work is Power Attack> Cornugon Strike; Weapon Focus> Dazzling Display> Shatter Defenses> Gory Finish

Opponents are considered flatfooted and shaken after every power attack. when you deal a killing blow, shake and flatfoot in a 30 foot radius. Add in the thug archetype for longer shaken condition and a chance to frighten.

[cranewings]

nice. I'm going to remember that for later. Thanks for the tip!

[Taanyth Tuilinn]

It might be good for you to start off with a level of Fighter or Barbarian. Both Power Attack and Weapon Focus need a +1 BAB.

[cranewings]

You are probably right. I'm just going to leave him though. The only big difference would be a few skill points off, a few more HP, and one less trap sense.