====== Thieves ======

{{ rpd:images:thief_mob.png|Thief }}

==== Description ====
Thieves are enemies found in the dungeon that specialize in stealing and using items.

==== Appearance & Stats ====
  * **Level**: Found throughout the dungeon, but more common in later levels
  * **Speed**: Fast movement, allowing for hit-and-run tactics
  * **Stealth**: May appear unexpectedly due to stealth abilities
  * **Equipment**: Often carries various stolen items of value

==== Abilities ====
  * **Item Stealing** - Can steal equipped items during combat
  * **Escape Tactics** - May flee when low on health, taking items with them
  * **Trap Disarmament** - Can safely disarm some traps
  * **Lockpicking** - May have abilities to interact with locked containers

==== Behavior ====
  * **Hit and Run** - Attacking and then retreating to avoid damage
  * **Item Collection** - Tends to collect items from defeated enemies
  * **Selective Targeting** - May prioritize valuable items over combat

==== Combat Strategy ====
  * **Keep Distance** - Use ranged weapons or magic to avoid their stealing
  * **Trap Utilization** - Use environmental traps to your advantage
  * **Focus Fire** - Defeat them quickly before they can escape or steal
  * **Item Protection** - Protect valuable items with ring of protection or similar

==== Drops ====
  * **Gold** - Often carries gold from their thieving activities
  * **Stolen Items** - May drop items they've acquired from other adventurers
  * **Equipment** - Occasionally drops the equipment they were using

==== Notes ====
  * Thieves add an element of risk to carrying valuable items
  * Defeating them may return stolen items to the dungeon
  * They're often found in areas with abundant treasure

==== See Also ====
  * [[rpd:mobs|Mobs]]
  * [[rpd:items|Items]]
  * [[rpd:equipment|Equipment]]

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