Xyphian pit fighters are a type of fighter that specialises in the use of a dramatic weapon, making them deadly masters in the use of it, but with little else.

Use the Standard Fighter class 
Weapon: Roll a six-sided die to determine Weapon Mastery

1. Hooked Battle axe
2. Demon-faced Mace
3. Long bladed Bardiche (Pole axe)
4. Tear-shaped Short Sword
5. Bearded Trident (Spear)
6. Serpented Two-Handed Sword 

Armour: Leather, Chainmail equivalent, Shield

Weapon master
Xyphian Pit Fighters may add +1 to hit when using their Weapon Mastery item, and may also reduce their AC by 1 at the same time as they are highly trained in using it parry.

Gladiators who have won enough fights to pay for their training often seek the treasures of the depths, not only for wealth but prestige. They start with only 2d6 x 10 g.p.