Burglar


 * "What have I got in my pocket?"
 * - Burglar questions Goblin Slayer an unfair riddle.

Burglar, also known as Traveler, is Goblin Slayer's master and mentor.

Appearance
Burglar has uneven teeth, though this is most likely due to his advanced age. He wears a mask made from a goblin's face.

Personality
Burglar acts in a demented and cruel manner, subjecting a young Goblin Slayer to a brutal training that is little different from torture. Despite his seeming lack of sanity, he rescued the young boy and spent years training Goblin Slayer's mind and body in order to become strong enough to kill goblins on his own. His misconducts aside, Burglar had help Goblin Slayer all without anything in return, demonstrating a capacity for sympathy and kindness.

Background
Burglar first encountered Goblin Slayer after saving the young boy from being killed by the goblins that destroyed his village. He later trained Goblin Slayer up until they parted ways five years before the beginning of the story.

His current fate and whereabouts are unknown.

Chronology
Burglar appears in a flash back that Goblin Slayer has.

Abilities
Burglar is a skilled and crafty fighter, relying on any method he can to defeat his enemies and achieve victory.

Equipment
Burglar is shown to carry a shimmering short sword and wore platinum mail.

Trivia

 * His race, use of riddles, ability to turn invisible, hidden mail suit, and shimmering short sword are all nods to Bilbo Baggins from J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings series.