Houndmaster

The Hound Master is one of the playable Character Classes in Darkest Dungeon. It was released in the Corpse and Hound Update on July 15th.

Description
"A tough and uncommonly compassionate ex-lawman, the Houndmaster and his faithful Wolfhound work in tandem to bring down their enemies and protect the innocent. Together they stalk the back ranks, bursting forth in a flurry of harrying bleeds, gnashing teeth, and stunning blows. Should the tide of battle turn, the pair can support an ailing party by protecting the weak, and rallying the stressed."

- The Guild

Camping Skills
"A clever lawman knows the value of preparedness and information. To this end, the Houndmaster can send his Wolfhound to scout ahead, or put him on watch to ensure a good night's rest. If spirits are low, the dog's affectionate companionship can soften the heart, and ease the mind."

- Survivalist

Equipment
"Still clad in his worn Gendarme's uniform, the Houndmaster's focus is on evasion over mitigation. His cudgel is an effective stunning tool, but it is the Hound who delivers the pair's most crippling blows, especially when he's been fed an invigorating snack!"

- Blacksmith

District Bonus
The Crimson Court DLC added Districts to the Hamlet, some of which confer passive benefits to heroes.


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Customisation
As for every hero, the Hound Master has four different colour palettes to choose from: green, white, black and red.

Barks
"For justice!"

- Hound Master

"Mercy is for the courts!"

- Hound Master

"The hound has the trail. We are certain to succeed."

- Houndmaster

"I must rest now, girl. Your nose must guard us tonight."

- Houndmaster

"An affectionate nuzzle should put your hearts right."

- Houndmaster

"Whatever tomorrow brings, six legs are better than two!"

- Houndmaster

"Off with you, girl! See what miscreants await us ahead!"

- Houndmaster

"Quiet! I can smell their thoughts!"

- Houndmaster when irrational.

"This simple beast fears death as i do."

- Houndmaster when fearful.

"Steady, girl. If we're called, we answer."

- Houndmaster when confronting the Heart of Darkness death call.

Trivia

 * The Dog Treats are a reference to the Scooby Snacks from Scooby Doo.
 * Further reinforced by the fact that the predetermined name for the Houndmaster is none other than Shag and Scoob.
 * The meaning of Gendarme in the Houndmaster's last armor upgrade, Gendarme's Pride, is a French word referring to "a soldier who is employed on police duties". This makes sense as the Houndmaster was previously a lawman and it may also hint that he is French in origin.
 * The Hound Master's damage animation shows him shielding his dog.
 * In the Houndmaster's artwork, he is shown with a bloodhound, but in the game, he has an Irish Wolfhound.
 * The skill "Cry Havoc" most likely was named after Mark Anthony's line: "... Cry 'Havoc!', and let slip the dogs of war..." in Act 3, Scene 1, line 273 of [/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William%20Shakespeare William Shakespeare]'s [/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julius%20Caesar%20(play) Julius Caesar].