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Rob Run Best Class
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Start as a civilian to scout safely in Looty Bay, put on a mask for heists or enlist as a cop for issued gear. You choose a role as you play, and your objective decides which one fits.
Which role fits your run?
| Role | How you take it | Best for | What you risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian | Explore the city without masking up | Learning streets, checking an exit and visiting the bank | City death leaves bag and gear with you. Desert rules are harsher. |
| Criminal | Put on a mask in Looty Bay | Heists and bigger loot runs with a getaway route | City death costs your inventory. Surrender can save equipped gear. |
| Police | Enlist at the station when a slot opens | Patrols, confiscations and learning a fight with issued gear | Department kit can be lost. Personal equipment stays with you according to Kefir. |
How to become a cop
- Go to the Looty Bay Police Station and look for an open slot.
- Enlist to get standard equipment and a patrol car.
- Take patrol jobs and use badges to unlock more equipment. The November 5 balance post capped police at four in the city and adjusted starter gear timing. Check the current patch if a slot or item is unavailable.
Where the power pyramid fits
Settlement resident, settlement owner and clan leadership are progression steps. A base or district can bring income outside the city, while the role you choose on a Looty Bay trip changes how you loot, earn and lose gear. A solid first goal is one repeatable money route before you commit to land or clan politics.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I switch from civilian to criminal?
Yes. Putting on a mask in Looty Bay makes you a criminal for that city run.
Why can’t I become a police officer?
Check whether the station has a slot. Kefir’s November 5 balance post lowered the city’s police cap to four.
What’s the safest choice for a new player?
Scout the city as a civilian. Learn an exit route before a masked run or a police shift.
Is Shadow Governor a starting class?
It is the top of the power pyramid. Kefir ties it to leading the clan that controls Highlands.
Are cops NPCs in Rob Run?
Looty Bay’s police officers are real players.