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--- projects:odds_rpg:player_guide [2026/02/17 20:36] – freedomotter
+++ projects:odds_rpg:player_guide [2026/03/05 18:25] (current) – [Advancement] freedomotter
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 Welcome to ODDS RPG.
-You are building a competent but mortal hero.
+You are building a competent but mortal hero in a flexible, genre-neutral system.
+The GM may choose one of two character creation methods:
+  * Standard Custom Build
+  * Archetype Skill Package (optional, faster setup)
+Both methods are fully compatible.
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-===== Step 1: Concept =====
+===== Step 1: Character Concept =====
 Describe:
   * Who are you?
-  * What genre are you in?
+  * What role do you serve?
-  * What makes you dangerous or useful?
+  * What makes you capable?
+  * What makes you vulnerable?
 Examples:
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   Street Hacker
   Monster Hunter
+  Ex-Soldier
+  Noble Diplomat
+Your concept should guide your skill and attribute choices.
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-===== Step 2: Attributes =====
+===== Method 1: Standard Custom Build =====
+==== Step 2: Attributes ====
 Assign:
   +2
   +2
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 To:
-  Might
-  Agility
+  * Might
-  Mind
+  * Agility
-  Presence
+  * Mind
+  * Presence
+Attribute cap depends on campaign Tier.
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-===== Step 3: Skills =====
+==== Step 3: Skills ====
 Choose:
 skills at +2
 skills at +1
-Skills default to 0 if untrained.
+All other skills default to 0.
+Skill examples (customize per setting):
+Combat
+Shooting
+Stealth
+Survival
+Investigation
+Medicine
+Arcana
+Hacking
+Engineering
+Piloting
+Streetwise
+Persuasion
+Athletics
+Perception
+The GM may approve new skills fitting the genre.
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-===== Step 4: Derived Stats =====
+===== Method 2: Archetype Skill Packages (Optional) =====
+The GM may allow Archetype Packages for faster creation.
+With this method:
+  * You still assign Attributes normally.
+  * Instead of freely choosing skills, select one package below.
+  * You may adjust one +2 skill to a different appropriate skill with GM approval.
+Each package grants:
+ skills at +2
+skills at +1
+----
+==== Warrior Package ====
++2: Combat, Athletics, Survival, Intimidation
++1: Perception, Tactics, Endurance, Riding/Piloting
+Best for:
+  Soldiers, knights, mercenaries, bounty hunters.
+----
+==== Specialist Package ====
++2: Stealth, Investigation, Perception, Acrobatics
++1: Combat, Streetwise, Survival, Deception
+Best for:
+  Rogues, scouts, spies, infiltrators.
+----
+==== Scholar Package ====
++2: Investigation, Arcana/Science, Medicine, History
++1: Persuasion, Perception, Engineering, Insight
+Best for:
+  Wizards, scientists, researchers, occultists.
+----
+==== Operator Package ====
++2: Shooting, Piloting/Driving, Engineering, Awareness
++1: Combat, Survival, Streetwise, Hacking
+Best for:
+  Space pilots, drivers, tech operatives, smugglers.
+----
+==== Face Package ====
++2: Persuasion, Deception, Insight, Leadership
++1: Investigation, Streetwise, Perception, Etiquette
+Best for:
+  Nobles, diplomats, fixers, politicians.
+----
+==== Wildcard Package ====
+Create a custom package with GM approval:
+skills at +2
+skills at +1
+----
+===== Derived Stats =====
 Health = 10 + Might
 Resolve = 10 + Presence
+Defense TN = 12 (modified by cover and abilities)
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-===== Step 5: Background Trait =====
+===== Background Trait =====
-Choose one defining trait.
+Choose one defining Trait.
 Examples:
-  Former Soldier
-  Noble Bloodline
+Former Soldier
-  Cybernetic Limb
+Guild Member
-  Arcane Initiate
+Arcane Initiate
-  Guild Member
+Cybernetic Implant
+Noble Lineage
+Street Survivor
+Veteran Pilot
 Once per session:
-  Gain Advantage on one relevant roll.
+  Gain Advantage on one roll directly tied to your Trait.
+Traits are narrative tools first, mechanical bonuses second.
+----
+===== Equipment =====
+Start with gear appropriate to your concept and Wealth level.
+Typical starting gear includes:
+  * Primary weapon
+  * Secondary weapon or tool
+  * Armor (light or medium)
+  * Basic survival gear
+  * 1 personal item of significance
+The GM determines Wealth tier at campaign start.
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 d20 + Attribute + Combat Skill
-If hit:
+On hit:
-d10 + Attribute
+d10 + relevant Attribute
-Armor reduces damage.
+Armor reduces incoming damage.
+Positioning matters:
+  * Cover grants Defense bonuses
+  * Flanking grants +2 to hit
+  * High ground grants +1
+See:
+[[core]]
+----
+===== Resolve & Mental Pressure =====
+Resolve represents morale and mental stability.
+At 0 Resolve:
+  You are Broken:
+    * Cannot initiate aggression
+    * Must withdraw, surrender, or freeze
+    * Recover after scene or meaningful support
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 ===== Advancement =====
-After major milestones choose one:
+After major milestones, choose one:
-  * Increase one skill by +1
+  * Increase one Skill by +1
-  * Increase one attribute by +1 (respect tier cap)
+  * Increase one Attribute by +1 (respect tier cap)
-  * Gain a Talent
+  * Gain one Talent
-  * Gain a new narrative Asset
+  * Gain a narrative Asset (contact, safehouse, vehicle, reputation)
 Talents are found in:
-[[systems:talents]]
+[[.:systems:talents|talents]]
+Advancement should reflect story growth, not only combat success.
+----
+===== Optional: Quick Start Characters =====
+For one-shot sessions, the GM may:
+  * Assign Attribute array directly
+  * Use Archetype Package
+  * Grant 1 Talent immediately
+This allows play to begin within minutes.
+----
+ODDS RPG Player Guide v1.0