====== How to Create a Character ====== {{:operations:public:interactive_rulebook:character:2e2ce150-0242-4744-92f9-ed9edc6ac2be.png?nolink&400|}}\\ This guide outlines the official character creation process for Volaire. ---- ===== Step 1: Choose a Race ===== Your first step is to choose your character’s race. 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. See: [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:races|Races of Volaire]] ---- ===== Step 2: Choose a Class ===== Next, select your character’s class. A class determines what kind of skills your character is trained in. Available classes include: * Fighter * Rogue * BattleMage * Mage * Ranger (Restricted) * Knight (Restricted) Some classes are marked **Restricted**, meaning they may not be available at character creation and require in-play steps to obtain. See: [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:classes|Classes]] ---- ===== Step 3: Spend Your Starting Experience Points ===== New characters start at **Level 5**, with **500 Experience Points** 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. Skill costs: [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:core:xp_costs|XP & Skill Cost Tables]] ---- ===== Step 4: Meet with Logistics ===== At your first 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 You must complete this process before entering play. ---- ===== Step 5: Submit a Character History (Optional) ===== Players are encouraged to submit a written character history to help staff integrate your character into the world. 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 Staff may reward exceptional backstories with roleplay opportunities or small in-game surprises. ---- ===== Additional Notes ===== * Characters begin at Level 5 * Restricted classes and races require approval * You must be checked in and approved by staff before entering play ---- ---- **Navigation:** [[operations:public|Return to Wiki Home]] | [[operations:public:interactive_rulebook:start|Interactive Rulebook Hub]]