Character Creation Guide

Basic steps for creating compelling TRPG characters and tips for choosing archetypes.

Character Creation Guide

One of TRPG's greatest appeals is creating your own original character and making them active in the story. This guide explains the steps and tips for creating compelling characters.

Basic Steps for Character Creation

Step 1: Decide on a Concept

First, establish a general image of your character:

Answer questions to solidify the image:

❓ What personality?
  → Brave / Cautious / Cheerful / Serious

❓ What appearance?
  → Young / Experienced / Sturdy / Slender

❓ What past?
  → Orphan / Noble / Merchant / Adventurer

❓ What goal?
  → Wealth / Fame / Revenge / Something to protect

Examples:

"A middle-aged former soldier.
 A serious warrior who adventures to protect his family"

"A curious young wizard.
 Traveling in search of lost magic"

Step 2: Choose an Archetype (Class)

Archetypes determine your character's strengths.

⚔️ Fighter

Strengths:

✅ Close combat: Attacks with swords or axes
✅ High HP: Lots of hit points, hard to defeat
✅ Defense: Wears armor to block enemy attacks
✅ Protection: Role of protecting allies

Suitable for those who:

Want to fight on the front lines
Prefer simple combat styles
Want to protect allies

Roleplay Examples:

"I'll go first! You guys stay back!"
"I'll cut through with this sword alone"

🧙 Wizard

Strengths:

✅ Attack magic: Attack enemies with fire or lightning
✅ Area attacks: Attack multiple enemies simultaneously
✅ Knowledge: Rich knowledge of magic and history
✅ Problem-solving: Overcome obstacles with magic

Suitable for those who:

Want to use magic
Want to fight tactically
Enjoy puzzles

Roleplay Examples:

"The meaning of this magic circle... I see, I understand"
"Fire, burn the enemies!"

🗡️ Rogue

Strengths:

✅ Quick actions: Good at first strikes and evasion
✅ Dexterity: Lockpicking, trap disarming
✅ Ambush: Massive damage with surprise attacks
✅ Exploration: Finding hidden things

Suitable for those who:

Enjoy tricky combat
Like exploration and puzzles
Prefer speedy actions

Roleplay Examples:

"Sneak up quietly... now!"
"Leave this trap to me"

✨ Cleric

Strengths:

✅ Healing magic: Recover allies' HP
✅ Support magic: Strengthen allies
✅ Divine magic: Strong against undead
✅ Support: Support the entire team

Suitable for those who:

Want to support allies
Want balanced abilities
Interested in gods and faith themes

Roleplay Examples:

"God, grant healing light to this person"
"I can't fall yet!"

Step 3: Stat Distribution

Stats are numerical representations of your character's abilities.

Main Stats

HP (Hit Points / Health)

Meaning: Life force. You fall when it reaches 0
Importance: ★★★★★ (Most important)

Good for classes:
→ Fighter, all frontline classes

Guidelines:
Beginner: 20-30
Intermediate: 30-50
Advanced: 50-80

Strength

Meaning: Physical attack power, ability to carry heavy things
Effects:
→ Melee weapon damage
→ Whether you can wear heavy equipment
→ Checks for breaking doors, pushing objects

Good for classes:
→ Fighter, Barbarian

Target values:
Low: 8-10 (average person level)
Normal: 12-14 (trained)
High: 16-18 (very strong)

Dexterity

Meaning: Speed, dexterity, evasion ability
Effects:
→ Action order (move first)
→ Evasion rate (dodge attacks)
→ Ranged weapon damage

Good for classes:
→ Rogue, Ranger, Archer

Target values:
Low: 8-10 (slow)
Normal: 12-14 (normal speed)
High: 16-18 (very agile)

Intelligence

Meaning: Intelligence, magic power
Effects:
→ Magic damage
→ Knowledge checks (history, deciphering magic circles, etc.)
→ Getting hints for puzzles

Good for classes:
→ Wizard, Scholar

Target values:
Low: 8-10 (not very smart)
Normal: 12-14 (average intelligence)
High: 16-18 (very intelligent)

Step 4: Consider Background

Not just stats, but character personality and past are important too.

Basic Background Elements

Birthplace

Examples:
- Small village (rural, simple)
- Big city (urban, sophisticated)
- In the forest (knowledgeable about nature)
- Noble mansion (educated)

Past Occupation

Examples:
- Soldier (disciplined, used to combat)
- Merchant (good at negotiation, knowledgeable about money)
- Scholar (knowledgeable, likes books)
- Farmer (physically strong, simple)

Motivation (Why adventure?)

Examples:
- Need money to support family
- Searching for lost treasure
- Want to achieve revenge
- Want to save the world
- Simply love adventure

Setting Personality

Basic Personality:

Brave ⇔ Cowardly
Serious ⇔ Cheerful
Optimistic ⇔ Pessimistic
Honest ⇔ Cunning

Speaking Style:

Polite: Formal language
Casual: Informal language
Archaic: Old-fashioned speech
Dialect: Regional speech patterns

Character Settings for Roleplay

Decide on One "Quirk"

Decide on a small quirk to give your character individuality:

Examples:
✅ Scratches neck when nervous
✅ Often polishes weapons
✅ Has a catchphrase ("Good grief", "Well then", etc.)
✅ Loves specific foods
✅ Loves/dislikes animals

This alone makes your character come alive.

Decide on "Something Important"

Decide what your character values:

Examples:
✅ Family (want to protect)
✅ Late master's keepsake (memory)
✅ Bonds with companions (trust)
✅ Hometown (place to return to)
✅ Beliefs (justice, freedom, etc.)

Drama is born when this is threatened in the story.

Decide on a "Weakness"

Characters with flaws are more appealing than perfect ones:

Examples:
✅ Weak to alcohol
✅ Fear of heights
✅ Bad sense of direction
✅ Bad at lying
✅ Weak to women (men)

Common Questions

Q: I want to create the strongest character

A: Characters with weaknesses are more fun!

Perfect character:
→ No tension in the story
→ Difficult to roleplay
→ Can't feel growth

Character with flaws:
→ Situations arise where you need allies
→ Can feel growth
→ Drama is born

Q: Can't think of a character

A: Starting with a template is OK!

Start with a common character,
then add individuality while playing:

"Young warrior with a strong sense of justice"
"Wizard with a thirst for knowledge"
"Rogue who makes witty remarks"

Individuality will naturally emerge during play!

Q: I made a mistake in stat distribution

A: You can adjust later

In many TRPGs, you can adjust
stats when leveling up.

This app also allows balance
adjustments as you progress.

Q: Can I create multiple characters?

A: Yes, you can create multiple

Free plan: 3 characters
Premium plan: Unlimited

You can switch between them
depending on the scenario or mood.

Next Steps

Once you understand character creation, also read:

Roleplaying Tips - How to embody your character
Dice System - How stats affect checks
Getting Started with TRPG - Begin adventures with your character
Glossary - Explanation of specialized TRPG terms

⚔️ Now, let's create your unique character!