Skill Traits

HIT POINTS, SPEED, STRENGTH AND CONSTITUTION remain constant unless influenced by external assistance or magic. Initially, characters begin with 100 hit points, which can be further modified by their chosen race and history.

Whenever the Game Master (GM) deems that a player character (PC) needs to excel in any physical aspect, the PC will be requested to roll a 1d20. Bonuses or penalties may be applied to the roll, adjusting the final number. The GM then determines whether the roll is successful or not.

To advance in the game, whenever you roll a 1 or 20, you earn a point and increment your tracker. Once you accumulate ten points, you gain a bonus to your die roll. The total score of physical traits is the total score from both race and history.

Saving throws

When you encounter situations that necessitate a specific trait, be it physical or a skill, you should consult the GM to determine the situation’s level of difficulty, ranging from ‘A walk in the park’ to ‘Walking through a minefield.’ Depending on the GM’s assessment, you will need to achieve the appropriate die number or exceed it.

LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6
Total Failure A walk in the park Walking on eggshells Dancing on hot coals Navigating a maze blindfolded Walking through a minefield Guaranteeing success
1 5 8 11 14 17 20

When faced with uncertainty about which skill to utilize for a saving throw, it can be helpful to refer to the associated skills listed at the bottom of each skill description based on various occupations.

HISTORY
STEALTH
THIVERY
DECEPTION
INTIMIDATION
CRAFTING
SURVIVAL
NATURE
MEDICAL
ATHELETIC
ACROBATICS
AQUATICS
DIPLOMACY
SOCIETY
REFLEX
BLOCK
ARCANA

Labour

0

0

0

0

+3

+2

0

0

+1

0

0

0

0

0

+1

0

Crafting

0

0

0

0

+4

0

0

0

+1

+1

0

0

0

0

+1

0

Combat

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

+2

+2

0

0

0

0

+3

0

Medical

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

+4

0

0

0

+1

0

0

0

+2

Adventure

0

0

0

0

0

+3

+1

0

+1

+1

0

0

0

0

+1

0

Commers

0

+1

+1

+1

+1

0

0

0

0

0

0

+1

+1

+1

0

0

Entertainment

0

0

+2

0

+1

0

0

0

0

+1

0

+1

+1

+1

0

0

Shady

+1

0

+2

+2

0

0

0

0

0

+1

0

0

0

+1

0

0

Magic

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

+1

0

0

0

+1

+1

0

0

+4

Nobility

0

0

+2

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

+3

+2

0

0

0

Literature

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

+3

0

0

0

+2

+1

0

0

+1

Philosophy

0

0

+2

+1

+1

0

0

+1

0

0

0

+1

+1

0

0

0

(Bonus Physical Traits – Permanent)

(Bonus Physical Traits – Progress)

RACE HIT PONTS SPEED

Labour

+5

+1


Crafting

+5

+1


Combat

+3

+1


Medical

+2

0


Adventure

+2

+1


Commers

+1

0


Entertainment

-1

0


Shady

-2

0


Magic

-2

0


Nobility

-3

-1


Literature

-5

-1


Philosophy

-5

-1

RACE STRENGTH CONSTITUTION PERSEPTION MENTAL RESISTANS MAGIC RESISTANS

Labour

+4

+3

-1

+1

-2


Crafting

+2

+1

-1

0

+1


Combat

+2

+2

0

0

0


Medical

0

+1

0

0

+2


Adventure

+2

+1

0

+1

+3


Commers

0

0

0

+3

0


Entertainment

0

0

+3

0

+1


Shady

+1

+1

0

+1

+1


Magic

-1

0

0

+1

+3


Nobility

+1

0

+2

-1

+1


Literature

-1

-1

+2

0

+3


Philosophy

-2

0

+3

+4

0

Stealth

Description

Stealth represents a character’s ability to move silently, blend into shadows, and remain undetected.

Strategy

Focus on improving your stealth abilities to move silently and hide effectively. Utilize cover, shadows, and distractions to remain undetected by enemies or bypass dangerous areas. Stealth allows you to perform surprise attacks, gather information covertly, or infiltrate enemy positions. Invest in abilities that enhance your sneaking, improve your chances of remaining hidden, or grant bonuses to critical strikes from stealth.

Other occupations under the same skill

Assassin, Spy, Thief, Rogue, Ninja, Burglar, Infiltrator, Scout, Saboteur, Bounty Hunter, Smuggler

Thivery

Description

Thievery encompasses a character’s skill in lockpicking, pickpocketing, and other illicit activities.

Strategy

Hone your thieving abilities to pick locks, disarm traps, and steal valuable items. Use your skills to access hidden areas, gather information discreetly, or obtain rare and valuable loot. Be cautious when engaging in illegal activities, as they may have consequences if caught. Invest in abilities that improve your lockpicking, increase your chances of successful theft, or grant bonuses to sneaking and stealth-related actions.

Other occupations under the same skill

Thief, Locksmith, Pickpocket, Safe Cracker, Con Artist, Forger, Escape Artist, Fence, Trickster

 

Deception

Description

Deception measures a character’s aptitude for lying, disguising their true intentions, or manipulating others through deceit.

Strategy

Master the art of deception to manipulate others, gather information covertly, or infiltrate enemy ranks. Use your deceptive skills to bluff, disguise yourself, or create diversions. Deception allows you to extract secrets, gain advantages in negotiations, or lead others astray. Invest in abilities that improve your deception, increase your chances of successfully deceiving others, or grant bonuses to disguise or bluff actions.

Other occupations under the same skill

Disguise, Actor/Actress, Confidence Artist, Cult Leader, Oracle, Fraud, Impostor

Intimidation

Description

Intimidation represents a character’s ability to instill fear or assert dominance over others through forceful presence or threats.

Strategy

Utilize your intimidating demeanor to intimidate enemies, gain leverage in negotiations, or deter potential threats. Use your intimidating presence to weaken enemy resolve, gather information from reluctant individuals, or command respect from others. Invest in abilities that enhance your intimidation, improve your chances of successfully intimidating targets, or grant bonuses to fear-related effects.

Other occupations under the same skill

Enforcer, Interrogator, Gang Leader, Mercenary, Street Thug, Pirate Captain, Chieftain, Inquisitor

Crafting

Description

Crafting represents a character’s skill in creating or improving items, equipment, or other useful objects.

Strategy

Invest in crafting abilities and gather materials to create powerful weapons, armor, potions, or other useful items. Use your crafting skills to enhance your equipment, repair damaged items, or create unique and valuable items. Crafting allows you to customize your gear and provide yourself and your party with a competitive edge.

Other occupations under the same skill

Blacksmith, Alchemist, Armorsmith, Weaponsmith, Carpenter, Jeweler, Leatherworker,Potter, Tinkerer, Tailor, Artificer, Shipwright, Brewer, Glassblower

Survival

Description

Survival represents a character’s knowledge and ability to thrive in the wilderness, endure harsh conditions, and find food and shelter.

Strategy

Develop your survival skills to navigate unfamiliar terrain, find sources of food and water, and create makeshift shelters. Use your survival knowledge to track creatures, identify edible plants, or locate hidden paths. Survival skills are crucial for outdoor exploration, wilderness encounters, or surviving in hostile environments. Invest in abilities that enhance your tracking, improve your ability to find resources, or grant bonuses to outdoor survival.

Other occupations under the same skill

Tracker, Hunter, Wilderness Guide, Outdoorsman, Scout, Ranger, Bushcrafter, Expedition Leader, Nomad Explorer, Archaeologist, Naturalist, Mountaineer

Nature

Description

Nature represents a character’s understanding and connection to the natural world, including plants, animals, and natural forces.

Strategy

Deepen your knowledge of nature, studying flora and fauna, and understanding natural phenomena. Use your connection to nature to communicate with animals, identify useful plants, or harness natural elements. Nature skills can provide insights into the environment, assist in finding hidden paths, or provide advantages when dealing with wildlife. Invest in abilities that improve your nature-related knowledge, grant bonuses to animal handling, or enable you to command natural forces.

Other occupations under the same skill

Herbalist, Beastmaster, Botanist, Conservationist, Environmentalist, Geologist, Animal Rescuer, Tree Shepherd

Medicine

Description

Medicine represents a character’s proficiency in healing, treating wounds, and providing medical aid.

Strategy

Develop your medical skills to heal injuries, diagnose ailments, or administer remedies. Use your medical expertise to mend wounds, cure diseases, or stabilize injured allies. Medicine skills are invaluable in keeping yourself and your party members healthy and in top condition. Invest in abilities that enhance your healing abilities, improve your chances of successful medical treatment, or grant bonuses to medicine-related actions.

Other occupations under the same skill

Physician, Surgeon, Medic, Nurse, Apothecary, Healer, Herbalist, Field Medic, Plague Doctor, Veterinarian, Midwife

Atheletics

Description

Athleticism measures a character’s physical prowess, including strength, agility, and overall physical fitness.

Strategy

Focus on developing your physical abilities through training and exercise. Enhance your speed, strength, and overall athleticism to excel in physical challenges and combat situations. Utilize your athleticism to perform feats of strength, leap across gaps, or engage in physically demanding activities. Being athletic enables you to overcome obstacles, evade danger, and engage in dynamic combat maneuvers.

Other occupations under the same skill

Gladiator, Athlete, Warrior, Strongman, Bodyguard, Knight, Boxer, Soldier

Acrobatics

Description

Aquatics represents a character’s proficiency in water-related activities and their ability to navigate aquatic environments with ease.

Strategy

To master Aquatics, you should become proficient in various water skills such as swimming, diving, and handling watercraft. Use your aquatic skills to navigate bodies of water, swim swiftly, and hold your breath for extended periods. You can excel in underwater combat and exploration, and even communicate with aquatic creatures. Being skilled in Aquatics opens up opportunities for underwater adventures, treasure hunting in submerged ruins, and safely traversing watery realms where others may falter.

Other occupations under the same skill

Acrobat, Circus Performer, Gymnast, Parkour Traceur, Aerialist, Contortionis,t Tumbler, Daredevil, Freerunner, Juggler, Escape Artist

Aquatic

Description

Acrobatics measures a character’s skill in performing agile and acrobatic maneuvers.

Strategy

Train in acrobatic techniques such as flips, rolls, and aerial maneuvers. Use your acrobatic skills to navigate treacherous terrain, evade attacks, or surprise enemies. Combine acrobatics with other abilities to perform impressive and unpredictable movements during combat. Being acrobatic provides you with increased mobility, versatility, and the ability to reach otherwise inaccessible areas.

Other occupations under the same skill

Sailor, Pirate, Ship Captain, Fisherman, Swimmer, Pearl Diver, Aquatic Explorer, Coast Guard

Diplomacy

Description

Diplomacy reflects a character’s ability to negotiate, mediate conflicts, and build alliances with others.

Strategy

Develop your diplomatic skills to resolve conflicts peacefully, forge alliances, or influence others through persuasion. Utilize your diplomatic prowess to gather information, sway public opinion, or navigate delicate social situations. Diplomacy allows you to find peaceful solutions, gain valuable allies, or defuse tense situations. Invest in abilities that improve your diplomatic aptitude, increase your chances of successful persuasion, or grant bonuses to social interactions.

Other occupations under the same skill

Diplomat, Ambassadorr, Negotiator, Political Advisor, Philanthropist, Public Relations, Lobbyist, Courtier

Society

Description

Society represents a character’s knowledge of social etiquette, customs, and the workings of organizations or cultures.

Strategy

Expand your understanding of society and the cultures you encounter. Use your knowledge to navigate social situations, identify key figures, or gain access to exclusive information. Society skills provide insights into political dynamics, social hierarchies, or hidden societies. Invest in abilities that enhance your societal knowledge, grant bonuses to social interactions, or provide unique insights into specific cultures or organizations.

Reflex

Description

Arcana encompasses a character’s knowledge and understanding of magic, magical artifacts, and supernatural phenomena.

Strategy

Deepen your understanding of arcane lore, magical theory, and the mystical arts. Use your arcane knowledge to identify magical items, decipher ancient texts, or recognize magical traps. Arcana skills provide insights into magical creatures, spells, or the workings of magical energies. Invest in abilities that improve your knowledge of arcane arts, grant bonuses to spellcasting or dispelling magic, or enhance your ability to manipulate magical forces.

Other occupations under the same skill

Duelis,t Fencer, Bounty, Hunter, Acrobat, Ninja

Block

Description

Blocking can be performed using any item, though it’s most commonly done with weapons or defensive gear like shields. The item used must be sufficiently large to obstruct the attack. The blocking action is determined by rolling 1d20, where a roll of 1 results in an automatic failure and 20 always guarantees success. The outcome, depending on the degree of your success or failure, can be referenced in the table below.

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Block balance
Below attackers role
The same and above attackers role
If above and 90-00
Block is of greater that attackers object
Block fails
The complete attack is evaded
The entire attack is successfully evaded, but the attacker must make an Athletics saving throw for their next attack on the same opponent to successfully execute the attack.
Object involved
No damage to objects
No damage to objects
No damage to objects
Equal value
Block fail
The complete attack is evaded
The complete attack is evaded
Object involved
 
No damage to objects
 
Equal
 
Equal
Block is smaller
Half the attack damage is evaded
Block is softer
complete
Block is both smaller and softer
complete
Attack is gas, dust in nature
complete
Attack is liquid in nature
complete

Strategy

Deepen your understanding of arcane lore, magical theory, and the mystical arts. Use your arcane knowledge to identify magical items, decipher ancient texts, or recognize magical traps. Arcana skills provide insights into magical creatures, spells, or the workings of magical energies. Invest in abilities that improve your knowledge of arcane arts, grant bonuses to spellcasting or dispelling magic, or enhance your ability to manipulate magical forces.

Other occupations under the same skill

Knight, Gladiator, Bodyguard, Legionary, Bulwark, Shieldmaiden

Arcana

Description

Arcana encompasses a character’s knowledge and understanding of magic, magical artifacts, and supernatural phenomena.

Strategy

Deepen your understanding of arcane lore, magical theory, and the mystical arts. Use your arcane knowledge to identify magical items, decipher ancient texts, or recognize magical traps. Arcana skills provide insights into magical creatures, spells, or the workings of magical energies. Invest in abilities that improve your knowledge of arcane arts, grant bonuses to spellcasting or dispelling magic, or enhance your ability to manipulate magical forces.

Other occupations under the same skill

Wizard, Mage, Scholar Diviner, Potion Merchant, Magical Historian, Necromancer, Elemental Mage, Illusionist, Summoner