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== Part One: Character Creation Overview == |
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The below list of steps is a high-level overview for the making of a well-defined and compelling character. Each area of the Character Creation (abbreviated CC) process is further expanded upon in greater detail later in the document. The five general steps as outlined below are meant to be a guide for initial thoughts and a simple reference for more experienced players. |
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=== Step One: Concept and Identity === |
=== Step One: Concept and Identity === |
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Who are they? What are they like? |
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Define your concept |
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This is a high-level idea for who your character is. Don’t worry about the details yet. Try and keep the initial concept to five words or less. Some examples of concepts are: “modern witch”, “physical fitness coach” or “inquisitive academic scholar.” Once you have a few words to guide your thoughts, begin to break that initial thought down into more specific details. |
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==== Come up with both a Nature and a Demeanor Archetype ==== |
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==== Free Traits ==== |
==== Free Traits ==== |
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==== Additional Starting XP ==== |
==== Additional Starting XP ==== |
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== Part Two: Character Creation Process== |
== Part Two: Character Creation Process== |
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Revision as of 21:01, 19 July 2025
Table of Contents
Part One: Character Creation Overview
The below list of steps is a high-level overview for the making of a well-defined and compelling character. Each area of the Character Creation (abbreviated CC) process is further expanded upon in greater detail later in the document. The five general steps as outlined below are meant to be a guide for initial thoughts and a simple reference for more experienced players.
Step One: Concept and Identity
Who are they? What are they like? Define your concept This is a high-level idea for who your character is. Don’t worry about the details yet. Try and keep the initial concept to five words or less. Some examples of concepts are: “modern witch”, “physical fitness coach” or “inquisitive academic scholar.” Once you have a few words to guide your thoughts, begin to break that initial thought down into more specific details.
