KotC Chargen and Lifepath

Chargen Summary

• 1. Follow the lifepaths and list stages.
  • Each stage is primarily a suggestion, so players are free to define the precise nature of the stage for themselves.
  • Any overlapping lifepath events will link the characters. Discuss the nature of such an event with the other involved players.
• 2. Assign 6 Attributes each in the Physical/Mental/Social sections (minimum 1 in any attribute).
• 3. Assign 3 Talents, listed in the Talents section.
• 4. Spend 10 Fortune, listed in the Fortune section.
• 5. Select 5 pieces of equipment, listed on the appropriate page.
• 6. Design your Hochritter.

Attributes

All attributes are easily split into three categories: physical, mental and social, which defines their primarily uses. Physical combatants cannot parry words and money does not staunch wounds. Each of the categories has three types of attributes, a power, grace and endurance attributes which add nuance and flavor to the character's preferred style of combat, their thought process and how they connect to the world at large.

The relationship between these attributes is defined on the KotC Combat page.

Physical

• Physique: The physical power attribute. Obtains victory though great crushing blows and builds pressure through relentless attacks.
• Technique: The physical grace attribute. Obtains victory through precise strikes and builds pressure with weakening parries and swift ripostes.
• Mettle: The physical endurance attribute. Obtains victory by outlasting the opposition and builds pressure by tiring the enemy with their own attacks and avoiding damage.

Mental

• Spirit: The mental power attribute. A measure of a character's force of will and integrity.
• Cunning: The mental grace attribute. A measure of a character's quickness of wit and ability to put together plans.
• Wisdom: The mental endurance attribute. A measure of a character's harmony with their environment and ability to notice the little things.

Social

• Honor: The social power attribute. The thickness of nobility in a person's blood, their merit by promotion and follow the codes of chivalry and piety.
• Wealth: The social grace attribute. The weight of a person's coffers, skill at making money and acumen when dealing with mercenaries, moneylenders and all those who live by the coin.
• Dignity: The social endurance attribute. The distance one is willing to suffer all manner of social hardships, found in the ranks of rulers, diplomats and clergy.