A stealthy trickster, the Lotro Burglar can dart in and out of the shadows to befuddle, weaken, or damage foes. An unexpected strike from behind by a burglar can stun or trip enemies, allowing others in his party to combine their efforts for a devastating attack. Unassuming on his own, a burglar would be wise to not be caught alone.

The Lotro Burglar is the class of choice for players that enjoy using cunning and tricks to defeat their opponents. Using concealment, a Burglar can strike from the shadows, taking his opponents unawares. With his wit, a Burglar can show his allies where a foe's weakness lies -- or trap someone in a riddle. A Burglar's combat style hinges on his ability to outmaneuver and outwit opponents while hitting them where it hurts.

Sneak

Allows the Burglar to move about unseen, though there is a chance of detection.

Surprise Strike

An attack in which the Burglar inflicts more damage when attacking from behind or while sneaking.

Burglar's Advantage

Execute another attack after a critical hit, inflicting more damage when the Burglar attacks from behind.

Diversion

When in stealth, the Burglar can divert an enemy's attention away from himself for a short time.

Trip

Knock an opponent down, opening up a conjunction opportunity if the Burglar is in a fellowship. Only usable while sneaking.

Cunning Attack

The Burglar's formidable cunning allows a darting attack that continues to deal damage after he strikes, dealing even more damage if the attack is made while sneaking.

Exploit Opening

Stun a target, opening up a conjunction opportunity if the Burglar is in a fellowship.

Riddle

The Lord of the Rings Online Burglar is capable of posing riddles to enemies, which may momentarily distract them, dazing them for 30 seconds or until damaged. Will not work on Beasts, Insects, or Creatures of Nature.

Addle

Confuse an enemy so thoroughly he fails any inductions in progress, and any subsequent inductions for a short time take much longer to execute.

Here are some of the Class-specific Traits the Burglar can obtain while adventuring in Middle-earth.

Hidden Danger

The Burglar's attacks while using Stealth are far more accurate, reducing the chances that he may miss or that his enemy may somehow avoid them.

Footpad

The Burglar's ability to move about with Stealth has developed beyond his natural aptitude.

Always use Reveal Weakness, there’s never a reason not too. Don’t Addle ranged mobs unless you know you won’t need the Addle later in the fight. If it really matters what to use than you are probably fighting elites, multiple ones usually, and Addle is better reserved for interrupting a skill on the mob you are fighting. Use Riddle instead when you can.

On a single monster use Disable to help reduce the damage you are taking. When the mob is a few levels higher than you, use Counter Defense to be ready to trigger Touch and Go.

With a group against a single elite mob it usually depends on the mob and the group. With an easier elite, use Counter Defense to finish the fight a little faster. If it is a tough mob there’s no healer, use a Disable to help mitigate some damage from the tank.

Enrage is primarily used to make the mob change targets frequently as it randomly jumps up and down on its agro list. This is useful when your group wants to randomly spread damage around (when you don’t have a tank). It is particularly useful in a group with more than one Hunter, as the mob will change targets with reduced run speed while the party beats on it.