| HUMAN |
Humans are the most common of the races that exist. Although humans do not have any
particular specialties like other races, humans tend to learn skills more quickly than other
races. Humans tend to be the most adventuresome of the races. Humans have no specific
racial attitudes toward the other races as a whole. It is the cultural background that usually
determines their racial attitudes. Humans tend to live about 80 years.
1. Humans may choose one weapon at ½ the required exp.
2. Humans may use one non-professional skill at ½ the required exp. cost.
3. Humans make three rolls on the bogey table.
particular specialties like other races, humans tend to learn skills more quickly than other
races. Humans tend to be the most adventuresome of the races. Humans have no specific
racial attitudes toward the other races as a whole. It is the cultural background that usually
determines their racial attitudes. Humans tend to live about 80 years.
1. Humans may choose one weapon at ½ the required exp.
2. Humans may use one non-professional skill at ½ the required exp. cost.
3. Humans make three rolls on the bogey table.
Humans are the most adventuresome of the races that inhabit ARENAS. They have established the largest centers of civilization and have produced some
of the greatest Heroes of ARENAS. Humanity claims a common heritage, yet is now divided into six different subgroups based on culture and physical traits.
Humans more than any other race have benefited from the blessing that the Ancients bestowed up Areanas in their demise.
Men of the south tend to be shorter than other humans and more inclined to magic or pursuits that are not related to strength or direct combat.
Southerners tend to worship the elemental forces of nature, and will often have an abundance of fire and earth mages within their ranks. Southerners are also
the most likely of the races of man to dabble in the dark arts and to consort with the dark powers of the Barrens.
Most common of the races of man are the mid-landers. They are scattered throughout the mid-section of Arenas and tend to be the most varied in terms of
ability or pursuits. Mid-landers value their independence and freedom and have little desire to be part of a bigger nation or empire. Mid-landers tend to be a
cautious group and prefer to test others before entrusting their well being to those who would otherwise exploit or manipulate them. Two groups of mid-
landers have become separate ‘races” with the passage of time and other influences.
Tarjans are by far the most cosmopolitan and varied of all humans, their city of Tarja-Hakor is a mirror of the activities and intrigues of ARENAS. Within its
massive walls can be found all manner of things and experiences. If you are looking for something in particular, if it can be found anywhere it will be found in
Tarja-Hakor. Residents of the great metropolis take little notice of the strange or unusual, and the city has become a gathering point for the most famous and
notorious persons.
The Naggians are the exact opposite of the Tarjans. Little is known of their city of Ghashnag in the Smoking Wastes. They tend to be very secretive and
cautious when dealing with other humans or any race for that matter. Few tomes are written about them, and even less reports from visitors are available
about the secretive people of the Wastelands. Who do they worship? How have they managed to build a city and develop a culture in the harsh environs of
the Wastelands?
Imperials are almost as common as mid-landers, but are found on the eastern shore of Arenas. The Imperials have managed to raise the mightiest
empires among humans and tend to value development in the arts and culture. The Imperials boast the highest number of half elves in their populations and
have benefited from good relations with elven nations. The Imperials are also respected by dwarves, and have acted as negotiators between the dwarven
and elven nations. Humans in the Imperial kingdoms tend to have the best living conditions and benefit from a strong centralized government that focuses on
the strength of the nation.
In the cold mountains of the North dwell the fair hair and skinned Northerners. They are fearsome opponents and live in a clan society. They do not tend
to specialize in magic as much as other humans and place a greater emphasis upon physical abilities and feats of endurance & courage. Northerners value
loyalty to the individual and to one’s immediate clan. Northerners have a respect for the powers of winter and the sea. Northerners act as contacts for
avians, and have a high respect for them. Since they favor sailing and exploring (raiding) Northerners have also made numerous contacts with aquarians
and will often hire them as captains or guides in their voyages. Northerners enjoy the company of dwarves and gnomes, but tend to look down on elves and
hobbits.
of the greatest Heroes of ARENAS. Humanity claims a common heritage, yet is now divided into six different subgroups based on culture and physical traits.
Humans more than any other race have benefited from the blessing that the Ancients bestowed up Areanas in their demise.
Men of the south tend to be shorter than other humans and more inclined to magic or pursuits that are not related to strength or direct combat.
Southerners tend to worship the elemental forces of nature, and will often have an abundance of fire and earth mages within their ranks. Southerners are also
the most likely of the races of man to dabble in the dark arts and to consort with the dark powers of the Barrens.
Most common of the races of man are the mid-landers. They are scattered throughout the mid-section of Arenas and tend to be the most varied in terms of
ability or pursuits. Mid-landers value their independence and freedom and have little desire to be part of a bigger nation or empire. Mid-landers tend to be a
cautious group and prefer to test others before entrusting their well being to those who would otherwise exploit or manipulate them. Two groups of mid-
landers have become separate ‘races” with the passage of time and other influences.
Tarjans are by far the most cosmopolitan and varied of all humans, their city of Tarja-Hakor is a mirror of the activities and intrigues of ARENAS. Within its
massive walls can be found all manner of things and experiences. If you are looking for something in particular, if it can be found anywhere it will be found in
Tarja-Hakor. Residents of the great metropolis take little notice of the strange or unusual, and the city has become a gathering point for the most famous and
notorious persons.
The Naggians are the exact opposite of the Tarjans. Little is known of their city of Ghashnag in the Smoking Wastes. They tend to be very secretive and
cautious when dealing with other humans or any race for that matter. Few tomes are written about them, and even less reports from visitors are available
about the secretive people of the Wastelands. Who do they worship? How have they managed to build a city and develop a culture in the harsh environs of
the Wastelands?
Imperials are almost as common as mid-landers, but are found on the eastern shore of Arenas. The Imperials have managed to raise the mightiest
empires among humans and tend to value development in the arts and culture. The Imperials boast the highest number of half elves in their populations and
have benefited from good relations with elven nations. The Imperials are also respected by dwarves, and have acted as negotiators between the dwarven
and elven nations. Humans in the Imperial kingdoms tend to have the best living conditions and benefit from a strong centralized government that focuses on
the strength of the nation.
In the cold mountains of the North dwell the fair hair and skinned Northerners. They are fearsome opponents and live in a clan society. They do not tend
to specialize in magic as much as other humans and place a greater emphasis upon physical abilities and feats of endurance & courage. Northerners value
loyalty to the individual and to one’s immediate clan. Northerners have a respect for the powers of winter and the sea. Northerners act as contacts for
avians, and have a high respect for them. Since they favor sailing and exploring (raiding) Northerners have also made numerous contacts with aquarians
and will often hire them as captains or guides in their voyages. Northerners enjoy the company of dwarves and gnomes, but tend to look down on elves and
hobbits.
| If you decide to use these various distinction among humans here are the modifiers Northerner: +2 PS -5 MA +3 EN Southerner: -2 PS +5 MA -2WP -1 EN Midlander-Imperial-Tarjan: No modifiers Noggian: +2 PS -2MD -2 AG +2 EN |
| SOCIAL STATUS |
| Social status represents the characters family status and profession in the society of origin. Social status will determine the characters wealth and may influence his starting experience. |
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| FATHER'S PROFESSION |
Poor Trash: 01-30: Town drunk 31-80: Homeless beggar 81-100: Escaped Slave
Gentle Folk: 01-10: Beggar 11-40: Unskilled laborer 41-70: Rat Catcher 71-90: Servant
91-95: Field hand 96-100: Stable hand
Farmer: 01-10: Farmer 11-20: Fisherman 21-30: Herdsman 31-40: Tanner 41-50: Peddler
51-60: Woodsman 61-70: Sailor 71-80: Mule-skinner 81-90: Miner 91-100: Miller
Merchant: 01-10: Excise man 11-20: Gambler 21-30: Grave robber 31-40: Pilot 41-50: Smuggler
51-60: Prospector 61-70: Fur-trapper 71-80: Racketeer 81-85: Outfitter 86-90: Fence
91-95: Troubadour 96-100: Tavern Operator
Merchant Prince: 01-10: Alchemist 11-20: Navigator 21-30 Lawyer 31-40: Banker 41-50: Cleric
51-60: Silversmith 61-70: Goldsmith 71-80: Sage 81-90: Judge 91-95: Retired Adventurer
96-98: Diplomat 99-100: Wizard
Craftsman: 01-05: Barber 06-10: Bleacher 11-15: Bowyer 16-20: Carpenter 21-25: Tinker
26-30: Cobbler 31-35: Cooper 36-40: Cutler 41-45: Wood carver 46-50: Distiller 51-55:
Draper 56-60: Dye Maker 61-65: Engraver 66-70: Fletcher 71-75: Weaver
76-80: Blacksmith 81-85 Mason 86-90: Mercenary 91-95: Toll keeper 96-100: Undertaker
Bandit: 01-10: Highway man 11-20: Outlaw Chief 21-30: Pirate Captain 31-40: Racketeer Chief
41-50: Thief Guild Master 51-60: Assassin Guild Master 61-70: Bounty Hunter
71-80: Warlord 81-90: Slaver 91-100: Brothel Master
Lesser Noble: 01-50: Earl 51-100: Baron
Greater Noble: 01-50 Marquis 51-90: Duke 91-100: Archduke
Gentle Folk: 01-10: Beggar 11-40: Unskilled laborer 41-70: Rat Catcher 71-90: Servant
91-95: Field hand 96-100: Stable hand
Farmer: 01-10: Farmer 11-20: Fisherman 21-30: Herdsman 31-40: Tanner 41-50: Peddler
51-60: Woodsman 61-70: Sailor 71-80: Mule-skinner 81-90: Miner 91-100: Miller
Merchant: 01-10: Excise man 11-20: Gambler 21-30: Grave robber 31-40: Pilot 41-50: Smuggler
51-60: Prospector 61-70: Fur-trapper 71-80: Racketeer 81-85: Outfitter 86-90: Fence
91-95: Troubadour 96-100: Tavern Operator
Merchant Prince: 01-10: Alchemist 11-20: Navigator 21-30 Lawyer 31-40: Banker 41-50: Cleric
51-60: Silversmith 61-70: Goldsmith 71-80: Sage 81-90: Judge 91-95: Retired Adventurer
96-98: Diplomat 99-100: Wizard
Craftsman: 01-05: Barber 06-10: Bleacher 11-15: Bowyer 16-20: Carpenter 21-25: Tinker
26-30: Cobbler 31-35: Cooper 36-40: Cutler 41-45: Wood carver 46-50: Distiller 51-55:
Draper 56-60: Dye Maker 61-65: Engraver 66-70: Fletcher 71-75: Weaver
76-80: Blacksmith 81-85 Mason 86-90: Mercenary 91-95: Toll keeper 96-100: Undertaker
Bandit: 01-10: Highway man 11-20: Outlaw Chief 21-30: Pirate Captain 31-40: Racketeer Chief
41-50: Thief Guild Master 51-60: Assassin Guild Master 61-70: Bounty Hunter
71-80: Warlord 81-90: Slaver 91-100: Brothel Master
Lesser Noble: 01-50: Earl 51-100: Baron
Greater Noble: 01-50 Marquis 51-90: Duke 91-100: Archduke
| Beginning characters start with a certain amount of experience as they start their adventuring career. How much experience they have depends upon their social status and birth. Bastards start with 50% more experience than characters with legitimate birthright. First born characters start with 50% less experience because of their sheltered life. Bastards receive only half of their starting money. First born receive double their starting money. |
| Poor Trash:1200 starting experience points Gentlefolk: 1000 starting experience points Farmer:1100 starting experience points Merchant: 800 starting experience point Merchant Prince: 900 starting experience points Craftsman:1100 starting experience points Bandit: 1200 starting experience points Lesser Noble: 900 starting experience points Greater Noble: 800 starting experience points Royalty: 800 starting experience points |
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| Southerner: 1-8: dark yellowish tan 9: yellowish tan 10: light yellowish tan Mid-lander: 1-6: dark coppery tan 7-9: Coppery tan 10: golden brown tan Imperial: 1-5: light tan 6-9: light tan with freckles 10: light reddish “sunburn” hue to skin Northerner: 1-6: light peach 7-9: fair and pale white 10: pale almost albino Tarjan: 1-4: dark brown tan 5-8: light brown tan 9-10: light golden tan Noggian: 1-8: reddish-brown tan 9 -10: reddish sunburned tan |
| Skin Coloration |
| Although a person's aspect does not greatly effect his life it can make the difference between success and failure in some instances. Seasonal aspected characters add 5% to all their percentages during their season of birth. They add 10% to all their percentages an hour before and after high noon and midnight. These bonuses are applied negatively during the opposite season in which the character was born. Solar aspected characters add 5% during the day in any season, and add 10% one hour before and after high noon. At night the modifiers are applied negatively. Lunar aspected characters apply their bonuses in a opposite manner. Death aspected characters receive a 10% bonus to percentages anytime a human or semi-human dies within 50 feet of them. This duration last for one minute and are not applied in a cumulative manner. 01-20: Winter 21-40: Spring 41-60: Summer 61-80: Autumn 81-87: Solar 88-95: Lunar 96-100: Death. |
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| For the character whose eyes change color this chart is available: Blue: ordinary experience Green: Excited or anticipating Red: Angry or intimidating Yellow: Frightened or fearful Brown Tired or injured |