====== Player Guide ======

Welcome to ODDS RPG.

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: Character Concept =====

Describe:

  * Who are you?
  * What role do you serve?
  * What makes you capable?
  * What makes you vulnerable?

Examples:
  Space Smuggler
  Arcane Scholar
  Outlaw Gunslinger
  Street Hacker
  Monster Hunter
  Ex-Soldier
  Noble Diplomat

Your concept should guide your skill and attribute choices.

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===== Method 1: Standard Custom Build =====

==== Step 2: Attributes ====

Assign:

  +2
  +2
  +1
  +0

To:

  * Might
  * Agility
  * Mind
  * Presence

Attribute cap depends on campaign Tier.

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==== Step 3: Skills ====

Choose:

  6 skills at +2
  4 skills at +1

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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===== 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:
  4 skills at +2
  4 skills at +1

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==== Warrior Package ====

+2: Combat, Athletics, Survival, Intimidation  
+1: Perception, Tactics, Endurance, Riding/Piloting

Best for:
  Soldiers, knights, mercenaries, bounty hunters.

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==== Specialist Package ====

+2: Stealth, Investigation, Perception, Acrobatics  
+1: Combat, Streetwise, Survival, Deception

Best for:
  Rogues, scouts, spies, infiltrators.

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==== Scholar Package ====

+2: Investigation, Arcana/Science, Medicine, History  
+1: Persuasion, Perception, Engineering, Insight

Best for:
  Wizards, scientists, researchers, occultists.

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==== Operator Package ====

+2: Shooting, Piloting/Driving, Engineering, Awareness  
+1: Combat, Survival, Streetwise, Hacking

Best for:
  Space pilots, drivers, tech operatives, smugglers.

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==== Face Package ====

+2: Persuasion, Deception, Insight, Leadership  
+1: Investigation, Streetwise, Perception, Etiquette

Best for:
  Nobles, diplomats, fixers, politicians.

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==== Wildcard Package ====

Create a custom package with GM approval:
  4 skills at +2
  4 skills at +1

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===== Derived Stats =====

Health = 10 + Might  
Resolve = 10 + Presence  

Defense TN = 12 (modified by cover and abilities)

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===== Background Trait =====

Choose one defining Trait.

Examples:

Former Soldier  
Guild Member  
Arcane Initiate  
Cybernetic Implant  
Noble Lineage  
Street Survivor  
Veteran Pilot  

Once per session:
  Gain Advantage on one roll directly tied to your Trait.

Traits are narrative tools first, mechanical bonuses second.

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===== 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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===== Combat Basics =====

Attack:
  1d20 + Attribute + Combat Skill

On hit:
  2d10 + relevant Attribute

Armor reduces incoming damage.

Positioning matters:
  * Cover grants Defense bonuses
  * Flanking grants +2 to hit
  * High ground grants +1

See:
[[core]]

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===== 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:

  * Increase one Skill by +1
  * Increase one Attribute by +1 (respect tier cap)
  * Gain one Talent
  * Gain a narrative Asset (contact, safehouse, vehicle, reputation)

Talents are found in:
[[.:systems:talents|talents]]

Advancement should reflect story growth, not only combat success.

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===== 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.

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ODDS RPG Player Guide v1.0