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Character Generation[edit]

Before a new game can be started, the main protagonist will have to be created. There are eight steps that need to be done:

  1. Gender
  2. Race
  3. Class
  4. Alignment
  5. Abilities
  6. Skills
  7. Appearance
  8. Name

Gender[edit]

The player has a simple choice between male and female. Male characters will have access to three potential romances. Female characters will only have access to one potential romance. After the gender is selected, a portrait will have to be selected. There are already many portraits available, but custom portraits can be imported.

Race[edit]

The player has a choice between Human, Elf, Half-Elf, Gnome, Halfling, Dwarf, and Half-Orc. The race chosen affects which classes can be selected.

Class[edit]

There are eleven classes to choose from and some have specialized kits. Humans can choose any class or kit, but non-humans will have some restrictions. Non-humans can, however, choose to multi-class.

Alignment[edit]

Alignment affects how well a character may get along with other NPCs or party members.

Lawful Good Neutral Good Chaotic Good
Lawful Neutral True Neutral Chaotic Neutral
Lawful Evil Neutral Evil Chaotic Evil

Abilities[edit]

Strength
Important for fighters
Dexterity
Important for thieves
Constitution
Important for rangers
Intelligence
Important for mages
Wisdom
Important for priests
Charisma
Important for druids, bards, and paladins

Skills[edit]

The proficiency slots and skills that are available depends on the selected class.

Proficiency Slots
  • Bastard Sword
  • Long Sword
  • Short Sword
  • Axe
  • Two Handed Sword
  • Katana
  • Scimitar
  • Dagger
  • War Hammer
  • Club
  • Spear
  • Halberd
  • Flail
  • Mace
  • Quarter Staff
  • Cross Bow
  • Long Bow
  • Short Bow
  • Dart
  • Sling
  • Two Handed Weapon Style
  • Sword and Shield Style
  • Single Weapon Style
  • Two Weapon Style

Appearance[edit]

Four colors can be selected for hair, skin, major, and minor clothing. There are ten sound sets to choose from for voiced lines.

Name[edit]

Names have a limit of 20 characters.