Character creation is an exercise in imagination. You must use the REFUGE Player Database (RPDb) to build your official character in the REFUGE world. Below are a few quick points to help you along the way.

• Choose your Species (Chapter II)

Though many routes exist in character creation, one ideal place to start is with a character concept. This is why the first recommended choice is Species (see Chapter II.) This choice will give you a basic concept for what type of character you might like to play; an unemotional Stone Elf or a cheery Dryad, a studious Avana or a brash Human.

• Choose your Class (Chapter III)

Next, you’ll want to assign your character a Class (see Chapter III.) Classes define what skills your character can easily learn and how they engage with the world around them. You are free to build a huge variety of character archetypes here, including a classic Fighter, a sneaky Rogue, a powerful Scholar, a crafty Artisan, and more.

• Purchase your Skills (Chapter VI)

All characters begin with 25 Experience Points (XP), except those who have more XP from donating or spending time in Monster Camp as Cast. Skills, purchased with XP, include a wide array of abilities your character can use IG to produce items, defeat monsters, and protect allies.

• Purchase starting items (see below)

Each character begins with a pool of 150 copper pieces with which to buy starting items. Players who have spent time as Cast Members or have donated to the game may have a larger pool. These items include Weapons, potions, and armor; things that are vital to an adventurer’s way of life.

• Come up with a basic backstory.

Every REFUGE chapter is a different REALM, and on each REALM are different cultures and nations. Culture Packets might be available on your chapter’s website or Facebook page; learn about the available cultures and nations from your Chapter, and create character history or backstory. A good backstory has some mystery, but contains more answers than questions. Backstories can be as detailed or as simple as you like. Below are some important questions to answer in your backstory:

• Who are you? Why are you here? Where are you from?