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Lyndon the Scoundrel is one of the three classes of followers in Diablo III. The Scoundrel is a ranged attacker who can be seen utilizing a crossbow.

• Full info about Followers in Diablo III.
  • Eirena the Enchantress.
  • Kormac the Templar.

Lore

Scoundrel concept art.

Lyndon is a thief hailing from Kingsport, and a braggart who takes a more humorous approach to the game's setting. Leonard Boyarsky spoke of Lyndon in an interview with FZ.se:[1]

Gear

Scoundrel with xbow.

Gear

The followers in Diablo III are much more restricted in what they can equip from what we've seen in the mercenaries in Diablo II: Lord of Destruction. The Scoundrel is able to equip bows, two-handed crossbows, two rings, one amulet and a Scoundrel specific item called Scoundrel Tokens at level 21.

Like the other followers, the Scoundrel has three tiers of gear progression, which are based upon level. The final tier of armor for the Scoundrel bears remarkable similarity to that of the Demon Hunter at later levels, the main difference being the Scoundrel's manly mustache.

Three levels of gear progression for the Scoundrel.

Skills

Much like the player character classes, followers are able to learn a few skills or spells at specific level milestones. Not much is known about the skills, currently, besides their names and when they are unlocked. Players may choose one skill from each tier. Follower skills cannot be augmented nor benefit from runes, and they only have one rank, as opposed to player skills.

The Scoundrel's character window.

As the Enchantress draws many parallels to the Wizard in terms of spells, the same holds true for the Scoundrel, having many similar abilities to the Demon Hunter.

Unlocked at Level 10

Crippling Shot -- Ranged attack that slows the target by 70% for 3 seconds. Cooldown: 4 seconds.

Poison Bolts -- Ranged attack which deals 50% weapon damage as poison damage over 3 seconds. Cooldown: 4 seconds.

Unlocked at Level 15

Dirty Fighting -- Blinds enemies in front of the Scoundrel for 9 - 11 seconds. Any hit will break the effect. Cooldown: 10 seconds.

Vanish -- The Scoundrel vanishes in a cloud of smoke when injured, reappearing after 5 seconds. While vanished he will heal for 2030 Life. Cooldown: 30 seconds.

Unlocked at Level 20

Multishot -- The Scoundrel's ranged attacks fire 3 bolts at a time.

Powered Shot -- Powerful ranged attack dealing 250% weapon damage as arcane damage. The impact also causes an explosion 15 yards around the target, knocking back enemies caught in it, with a 50% chance to stun them for 5 seconds. Cooldown: 6 seconds.

Unlocked at Level 25

Anatomy -- Increases Precision by 10% for the Scoundrel and his allies.

Hysteria -- Increases Precision by 10% for the Scoundrel and his allies.

Fan Favorite?

Some fans critiqued Kormac as following too closely to the art direction of the WarCraft series, and others commented on the lack of clothing and pop-star sensibilities of Eirena[2]. However, Lyndon seems to draw unanimous approval due, perhaps in part, to his excellently-groomed mustache, armor theme similar to that of the gothic Demon Hunter, and the in-born charisma of a thief.

Conversations

Act I

Lyndon's Origins

Demon Hunter: So, where are you from?

Witch Doctor: Where do you come from?

Kingsport, the city by the sea. Home to the great merchant fleets and endless nets of reeking fish!

Demon Hunter: I've seen it. What did you do there?

Witch Doctor: And your trade?

I am between jobs at the moment.

Demon Hunter: Dishonorable jobs, no doubt.

Witch Doctor: That is not an honest answer.

Nonsense. I am the most honest thief you will ever meet. Do you ever think abotu making positive changes in your life? I don't.

The Unrepentant Rogue

Demon Hunter: Why do you waste your time chasing after women?

Witch Doctor: It is strange that you waste your time in pursuit of women.

Waste?! Time is scarcely better spent.

Demon Hunter: Not when you discard them so readily.

Witch Doctor: But you stay with none of them.

I've only found one worth keeping... but she slipped away from me.

Demon Hunter: That's no excuse to bother every other woman you see.

Witch Doctor: I see. You bother women to ease the sting.

Well, no. Sometimes they should bother me!

Kingsport Fighting

Demon Hunter: Who trained you to fight?

My brother taught me when we were younger. He thought the crossbow was the best weapon for me since it would give me time to run away if I botched things too badly.

Demon Hunter: The crossbow is not a weapon for cowards.

Hah, did I offend you?

Demon Hunter: Shut up. Where is your brother now?

Oh, he's still in Kingsport. I expect he'll be there a good long time.

Witch Doctor: You are a skilled fighter.

My brother taught me when we were younger. He thought the crossbow was the best weapon for me since it would give me time to run away if I botched things too badly.

Witch Doctor: Where is he now.

Oh, he's still in Kingsport. I expect he'll be there a good long time.

Blood Ties

Witch Doctor: Do you have any other family?

My brother and I were orphans we only had each other.

Witch Doctor: Is he a thief also?

No. He was a member of the city guard.

Witch Doctor: That seems odd.

Not as much as you might think. Until the end, that is.

Sticky Fingers

Demon Hunter: Why did you become a thief?

Witch Doctor: How did you become a thief?

That's a long and terrible story that y-you wouldn't want to hear.

Demon Hunter: You probably fancied something but couldn't afford it.

Witch Doctor: You found something you liked and couldn't afford?

Basically.

Demon Hunter: Try to be more reasonable in the future.

Witch Doctor: Perhaps you should be more raesonable.

Oh, there was nothing reasonable about her.

Difficult Decisions

Do you ever doubt your choices?

Witch Doctor: I ponder them before, not after.

Things never seem to turn out like I hope they will.

Witch Doctor: Trust the spirits. They will guide you.

Try living in the slums before you lecture me.

Witch Doctor: I see you carry great pain.

Media

You can find pictures in the Diablo III screenshot and picture gallery:

• Diablo III screenshots and pictures
• Scoundrel-specific gallery contents

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  Scoundrel character sheet.

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  Scoundrel gear progression.

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  The mustached one in action.

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  Concept art for the Scoundrel.

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  Lyndon, chatting in town.

References

• Fz.se Interview With Leonard Boyarsky on Followers -- 13th May 2011