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 ====== How to Create a Character ======
-Creating a character in Volaire is the first step in bringing your story to life. Whether you're new to LARP or a veteran worldwalker, this guide will walk you through the process from idea to execution.
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+This guide outlines the official character creation process for Volaire.
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+===== Step 1: Choose a Race =====
-===== 🧬 Step 1: Choose Your Race =====
+Your first step is to choose your character’s race.
-Flip through the [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:races|Races of Volaire]] to find one that suits your concept.
-Some races are:
+A full list of playable races is available later in the rulebook. Some races are **Restricted** or **Limited**, meaning they require approval or are not commonly available.
-  * **Open** — Available to all players.
+See:
-  * **Limited** — Restricted to a small number of active characters.
+[[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:races|Races of Volaire]]
-  * **Restricted** — Require approval by the Race Marshal and are not available to new players.
-Each race includes its own:
-  * Advantages and disadvantages
-  * Costuming requirements
-  * Roleplay expectations
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+===== Step 2: Choose a Class =====
-===== ⚔️ Step 2: Choose Your Class =====
+Next, select your character’s class. A class determines what kind of skills your character is trained in.
-Your class defines what your character does in the world of Volaire.
-Options include:
+Available classes include:
   * Fighter
   * Rogue
   * BattleMage
   * Mage
-  * //Restricted Classes:// Knight, Ranger
+  * Ranger (Restricted)
+  * Knight (Restricted)
-Classes determine:
+Some classes are marked **Restricted**, meaning they may not be available at character creation and require in-play steps to obtain.
-  * Armor and weapon access
-  * Available skills
-  * XP costs for growth
-See [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:classes|Character Classes]] for full descriptions.
+See:
+[[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:classes|Classes]]
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+===== Step 3: Spend Your Starting Experience Points =====
-===== 🎲 Step 3: Allocate Starting XP =====
+New characters start at **Level 5**, with **500 Experience Points** to spend on skills.
-All characters start at **Level 5**, which gives **500 XP** to spend on:
-  * Skills
+The Experience Point cost for each skill depends on your class. You will finalize your character sheet with staff during check-in at your first event.
-  * Spell slots
-  * Class abilities
-  * Proficiencies
-You will build your character sheet at check-in with a staff member during your first event.
+Skill costs:
+[[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:xp_costs|XP & Skill Cost Tables]]
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+===== Step 4: Meet with Logistics =====
-===== 📖 Step 4: Write Your Backstory (Optional but Recommended) =====
+At your first event:
-We strongly encourage all players to submit a character history by their **third event**.
+  * You will check in and pay your event fee
+  * You will meet with staff to complete your character sheet
+  * You will receive skill tags, a spell sheet (if applicable), and any additional materials
-  * No strict format – but more detail = better plot integration.
+You must complete this process before entering play.
-  * Submit via a support ticket before your third game.
-  * Outstanding backstories may receive small in-game rewards!
-**Backstory Restrictions:**
-  * ❌ No royalty, liches, vampires, or “all-powerful” anything
-  * ✅ Creative origins are encouraged (e.g., “raised by a frog-obsessed necromancer”)
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+===== Step 5: Submit a Character History (Optional) =====
-===== 🧥 Step 5: Gather Your Gear =====
+Players are encouraged to submit a written character history to help staff integrate your character into the world.
-Bring everything you need to play:
-  * Costuming that fits the medieval high-fantasy tone
-  * Weapons (or borrow them at first)
-  * Spell packets if you're a caster
-  * Makeup if your race requires it
-  * Both a **white** and **orange** headband
-For more detail, see the [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:getting_started|What to Bring]] page.
+Guidelines:
+  * Histories must be submitted by the start of your third event to be considered for plot integration
+  * You may not claim to be nobility, undead, or possess a restricted class in your backstory
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+Staff may reward exceptional backstories with roleplay opportunities or small in-game surprises.
-===== 🛬 Step 6: Check In and Finalize Your Character =====
-At your first event:
-  * Check in with a Game Manager
-  * Pay for the event and submit ID & waivers
-  * Build your character sheet with staff
-  * Attend Opening Ceremonies and New Player Orientation
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+===== Additional Notes =====
-===== 🧡 Final Notes =====
+  * Characters begin at Level 5
-  * You may adjust your character freely until the end of your first event.
+  * Restricted classes and races require approval
-  * After your **fourth event**, certain physreps become mandatory (armor, spellbook, lab, etc.)
+  * You must be checked in and approved by staff before entering play
-  * Reach out via a support ticket if you need help at any time.
-Welcome to Volaire — your legend begins here.
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