Random Ability Points
Heroes can use the following random generation table:
| 1d20 |
Score |
| 1-3 |
-2 |
| 4-6 |
-1 |
| 7-11 |
+0 |
| 12-14 |
+1 |
| 15-16 |
+2 |
| 17-18 |
+3 |
| 19 |
+4 |
| 20 |
+5 |
Roll 6 times (once for each ability). Arange scores as desired. If a given set doen't total more than +4 or no skill is higher than +1, reroll.
Backgrounds
Basic Backgrounds
A Basic Background consists of the following:
- 4 Bonus feats (2 of which are usually the Skill Training Feat)
- 2 Favored Feats or 1 Favored Power
- Ability modifiers with a net sum of zero
- Small, medium or Large size
The total point cost of a Basic Background is therefore equal to 5 pts.
Determining Level Lag
To determine Level Lag, list all the defining characteristics of the background, and add up all the points. Use the follwing formula to determine Level Lag
Level Lag = round[(Sum of Background points - 5)/7]
Size
| Fine |
-1.0 |
| Tiny |
-0.5 |
| Huge |
+0.5 |
| Gargantuan |
+1.0 |
Abilities
Ability Increase: +1
Ability Decrease: -1
Speed
Base Land Speed: 30 ft
+10 ft: +1
-10 ft: -1
Base Burrow Speed: 20 ft : +2
+10 ft: +1
-10 ft: -1
Base Climb Speed: 20 ft : +2
+10 ft: +1
-10 ft: -1
Base Swim Speed: 20 ft : +2
+10 ft: +1
-10 ft: -1
Base Fly Speed: 30 ft (poor) : +2
+30 ft: +1
+Maneuverabilty: +1
Skills
Treat inherent racial skill modifiers as either the following feats: Talented, Skill Focus or Skill Training Bonus feats. Second Chance is also an interesting way of showcasing superior skill level.
Bonus Feats
1 Bonus Feat: +1
Traits
| Ability Damage |
Use Drain Ability Power -1 |
| Ability Drain |
Use Drain Ability Power |
| Additional favored Power |
+1 |
| Addtional Favored Feat |
+0.5 |
| Alternate Form |
+2 |
| Amphibious |
+1 |
| Blindsense 60' |
+2 |
| Blindsense 90' |
+3 |
| Blindsight 60' |
+3 |
| Blindsight 90' |
+4 |
| Breath Weapon |
Energy Blast + Widen Power |
| Cannot Heal Itself |
-1 |
| Change Shape |
+1 |
| Constrict |
+1 |
| Create Spawn |
+1 |
| Damage Reduction |
+1/DR |
| Darkvision 60' |
+1 |
| Darkvision 90' |
+2 |
| Death Attack |
+4 |
| Dependent, Heavy |
-2 |
| Dependent, Light |
-1 |
|
Disease
|
+1 |
| Energy Resistance |
+1 |
| Energy Inmunity |
Use Elemental Resistance |
| Engulf |
+2 |
| Etherealness |
+1 |
| Fast Healing, Bonus |
+1/2 bonus |
| Fast Healing, per minute |
+2 |
| Fast Healing, per round |
+8 |
| Fear |
Use Inspire or Heart Shaping |
| Gaseous Form |
+1 |
| Gaze, Death or Petrification |
+3 |
| Gaze, Other |
+2 |
| Immunity, Ability Damage |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Ability Drain |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Critical Hits |
+0.5 |
| Immunity, Death |
+0.5 |
| Immunity, Disease |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Element |
+4 |
| Immunity, Fatigue |
+4 |
| Immunity, Mind Affecting |
+1 |
| Immunity, Non-Lethal |
+0.5 |
| Immunity, Paralysis |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Poison |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Sleep |
+0.25 |
| Immunity, Stunning |
+0.5 |
| Invisibility |
Use Light Shaping |
| Light Sensitivity |
-1 |
| Liquid Form |
+1 |
| Mimicry |
+3 |
| Natural Attack +2 |
+1 |
| Natural Attack +3 |
+2 |
| Natural Attack +4 |
+3 |
| Paralysis |
+2 |
| Persistent Wound |
+1 |
| Petrification |
+3 |
| Poison |
+2 |
| Pounce |
+2 |
| Powerful Charge +3 |
+2 |
| Powerful Charge +5 |
+3 |
| Powers |
Use Favored Powers or Adept Levels |
| Rake |
|
| Rake |
+1 |
| Scent |
+1 |
| Tremorsense 60' |
+1 |
Natural Armor
+1 NA: +1
Sample Backgrounds
Aasimar
Abilities: +1 Wis, +1 Cha (2pt)
Favored Power: Light Shaping (1pt)
Bonus Feats: Power (Shadow Shaping), Talented (Diplomacy & Notice) (2 pts)
Bonus Skills: 2 Skill Training based on Occupation (2 pt)
Traits: Darkvision 60', Energy Resistance Acid, Cold & Electricity 2 (4 pts)
Level Lag: (11-5)/7 => +1
Dwarf
Abilities: +1 Con, -1 Dex (0 pt)
Favored Feats: Diehard, Favored Opponent (Giant) (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Great Fortitude, Talented (Craft(Stone) & search) (2 pts)
Bonus Skills: Craft, +1 based on Occupation (2 pt)
Traits: Darkvision 60', Slow (20' base speed) (0 pts)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Gnome
Abilities: +1 Con, -1 Str (0 pt)
Size: Small (0 pts)
Favored Feats: Evasion, Hide in Plain Sight (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Iron Will, Night-Vision, Talented (Craft (alchemy) & Stealth) (3 pts)
Bonus Skills: 1 based on Occupation (1 pt)
Traits: Slow (20' base speed), Gnome Magic (+1 to Illusions) (0 pts)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Elf
Abilities: +1 Dex, -1 Con (0 pt)
Favored Feats: 1 Power (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Night-Vision, Talented (Notice & Search), Weapon Training (3 pts)
Bonus Skills: 1 based on Occupation (1 pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Halfling
Abilities: +1 Dex, -1 Str (0 pt)
Size: Small (0 pts)
Favored Feats: Evasion, Hide in Plain Sight (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Lucky, Talented (Athletics & Acrobatics), Talented (Notice & Stealth) (3 pts)
Bonus Skills: 2 based on Occupation (2 pt)
Traits: Slow (20' base speed) (-1 pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Half-elf
Abilities: None (0 pt)
Favored Feats: Based on Occupation (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Night-Vision, Skill Focus (Any) (2 pts)
Bonus Skills: 2 based on Occupation (2 pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Half-orc
Abilities: +1 Str (1 pt)
Favored Feats: Rage, Tough (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Weapon Training (Any) (1 pts)
Bonus Skills: 1 based on Occupation (1 pt)
Traits: Darkvision 60' (1pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Human
Abilities: None (0 pt)
Favored Feats: Based on Occupation (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: 2 Based on Occupation (2 pts)
Bonus Skills: 2 based on Occupation (2 pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Orc
Abilities: +2 Str, -1 Int, -1 Cha (1 pt)
Favored Feats: Rage, Tough (1 pt)
Bonus Feats: Weapon Training (Any) (1 pts)
Bonus Skills: 1 based on Occupation (1 pt)
Traits: Darkvision 60' (1pt)
Level Lag: (5-5)/7 => +0
Tiefling
Abilities: +1 Dex, +1 Int, -1 Cha (1pt)
Favored Power: Shadow Shaping (1pt)
Bonus Feats: Power (Shadow Shaping), Talented (Bluff & Stealth) (2 pts)
Bonus Skills: 2 Skill Training based on Occupation (2 pt)
Traits: Darkvision 60', Energy Resistance Cold, Electricity & Fire 2 (4 pts)
Level Lag: (10-5)/7 => +1
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