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-====== Character Creation ======+# 🧬 Character Creation 
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 +This guide walks you through creating a full character—from species and attributes to Domains and starting gear. 
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 +<WRAP tip> 
 +You can also create a **Pre-Domain Character** (a beginner, apprentice, or origin-phase character) by completing every step *except* choosing Domains. This option is great for narrative prologues or survival scenarios before characters step into their heroic roles. 
 +</WRAP> 
 + 
 +--- 
 + 
 +## 🧝 Species 
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 +Your GM typically has a set of **Species** they have defined for your game, complete with lore. You choose one of those and gain its Features. 
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 +However, if your GM allows it you may define your own Species by selecting **two features** from the list on the [Species](rules:species) page. These features define your character’s unique traits—like special senses, movement types, resistances, or natural tools. 
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 +Species not only provide Features, they offer story flavor: lifespan, culture, appearance, and social norms. These narrative details are flexible and usually have no mechanical effect unless granted by a feature. 
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 +--- 
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 +## 🏋️ Body Type 
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 +Choose a **[Body Type](rules:body_types)** that describes your physique—such as Brawny, Nimble, Graceful, or Sturdy. Each one modifies your Attributes and affects your **HP**, **Stress**, or **Thresholds** in small but meaningful ways. 
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 +Think of Body Type as both mechanical and descriptive: it helps anchor how your character endures hardship and handles physical strain. 
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 +--- 
 + 
 +## 🧠 Attributes 
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 +Assign your six core Attributes. The default mechanism is the **Standard Array** *(15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8)* but your Game Master might allow other methods. See [Attributes](rules:attributes) for more details. 
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 +- **STR** – Strength   
 +- **DEX** – Dexterity   
 +- **CON** – Constitution   
 +- **INT** – Intelligence   
 +- **WIS** – Wisdom   
 +- **CHA** – Charisma   
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 +--- 
 + 
 +## 🧭 Domains 
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 +<WRAP tip> 
 +âť— Skip this step if you are starting with **Pre-Domain Characters**. You will gain Domains later through story progression. 
 +</WRAP> 
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 +Choose **two Domains**. These define your training, identity, and abilities. 
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 +Each Domain specifies: 
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 +- A **Domain Aspect** – a specific Attribute pair used with most Domain actions   
 +- A **Base Card** – showing your core Domain feature   
 +- A selection of **Tier 1 Feature Cards** – choose two   
 +- Access to spells, combat techniques, or unique abilities (depending on Domain) 
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 +<WRAP todo> 
 +After you have calculated your Core Stats and Aspects (below) you should mark your Domain Base Card with the current value of the Aspect it uses. 
 +</WRAP> 
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 +--- 
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 +### ✨ Spells 
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 +If your Domain provides access to spells, you'll choose a **source tag** (like Arcane, Divine, or Nature) or **elemental type** (like Fire or Lightning), depending on the Domain. 
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 +Spellcasting rules and limitations are detailed in each Domain. They vary in how they use Action Dice, cost resources, or interact with the action economy. 
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 +If you gain spells from other Features, such as Species, follow those rules to add the appropriate spells. 
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 +--- 
 + 
 +### 🔍 Other Domain Features 
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 +Your Domains may provide: 
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 +- Special movement or exploration actions   
 +- Combat finishers, reactions, or crowd-control options   
 +- Roleplay abilities that shape your social influence or insight   
 +- Recovery or support features tied to Stress, HP, or exhaustion   
 +- Ways to mark HP or Stress to gain powerful effects (at higher Tiers) 
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 +--- 
 + 
 +## 🧮 Core Stats and Aspects 
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 +Each **Aspect** is derived from two Attributes. For example: 
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 +- **Agility** = STR + DEX   
 +- **Tact** = INT + CHA   
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 +(See [Aspect Tables](rules:aspect_table) for the full list.) 
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 +Your **Aspect Values** are equal to the sum of their Attributes. These are also your **Action Dice Pools**—you roll a number of d4s equal to the Aspect Value when taking an action with that Aspect. Write down each Aspect value on your **character sheet**. 
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 +**Mark the Aspect Value used by each of your Domains on the corresponding Base Card.** 
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 +Fill out the rest of your **character sheet** with all the relevant info, including your Species choice, HP, Stress, Evasion, and Action Point Bonus. 
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 +At this point everything on your character sheet should be filled in except your damage thresholds. 
 +--- 
 + 
 +## 🎒 Starting Equipment 
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 +The lore your GM created for each Domain suggests a starting equipment kit. Work with your GM to pick gear that fits your character’s background and role. 
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 +For **Pre-Domain Characters**, limit gear to: 
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 +- Basic or handmade clothing and tools   
 +- No magical items, armor, or weapons (unless narratively justified)   
 +- One or two personal items like a family token, heirloom, or artisan tools 
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 +These characters are defined by **potential**, not yet by power. 
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 +Once you have selected your equipment, you can [calculate your damage thresholds](rules:armor) based on your Aspects and Equipment. Write those down on your sheet.Â