Character Creation Process

Character creation in Symbaroum is designed to be flexible and narrative-driven.

Step 1: Choose Archetype
- Warrior: Melee combat specialist
- Mystic: Magic user and spiritual guide
- Rogue: Stealth and agility specialist
- Hunter: Ranged combat and wilderness expert

Step 2: Select Race
- Human: Versatile and adaptable
- Ogre: Strong and resilient
- Goblin: Small and agile
- Changeling: Mysterious and shapeshifting

Step 3: Distribute Attributes
- 15 points to distribute among 8 attributes
- Maximum of 5 in any single attribute
- Attributes range from 1-5

Step 4: Choose Traits
- Some traits are racial (automatic)
- Others can be chosen during creation
- Traits provide special abilities and characteristics

Step 5: Select Abilities
- Each archetype provides starting abilities
- Can choose additional abilities based on concept
- Abilities represent skills and special techniques

Step 6: Pick Boons and Burdens
- Advantages and disadvantages that add depth
- Can be chosen during creation or acquired through play
- Affect character capabilities and social standing

Step 7: Choose Equipment
- Starting gear based on archetype and background
- Can purchase additional equipment with starting wealth
- Equipment affects combat and survival capabilities

Step 8: Develop Background
- Create personal history and motivations
- Establish connections and relationships
- Define character goals and secrets

Starting Experience: 0 XP for new characters (changed from original 50 XP)