[RPG] Rogue using Dual Wield and Sneak Attack

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I have heard that when a rogue dual wields, the rogue has one primary action which is used to attack main hand and a bonus action which is used to attack off hand.

My question is: can the rogue attack with the main hand action and with off hand bonus action and still use the rogue's sneak attack ability?

Best Answer

Yes or No, depending on how you meant the question.

Sneak attack is a once per turn feature, so you may not use it on both attacks. However, since sneak attack affects one creature you hit with an attack if you have advantage on the attack roll, while using a finesse or a ranged weapon, dual wielding is a decent option, as you have two chances to hit and apply that extra sneak attack damage.

Note: You don’t need advantage on the attack roll if another enemy of the target is within 5 feet of it, that enemy isn’t incapacitated, and you don’t have disadvantage on the attack roll.