Practical Game Design

Tier 3 – Character Archetype sheet

With foundations set by Globals and Character Classes, we can now define the characteristics of a single, bespoke unit. The Character Archetype sheet is the starting point for any designer who wishes to add a new character to the game. It is the place where the most specific qualities are set, including:

• Character class and faction: Pick one of the 18 classes from the class sheet and select the faction for your new robot.
• Individual stat modifiers: Characters can be customized within each class by giving them various modifiers. For example, 1.08x HP and 0.96x DPS or additional movement speed.
• Attack overwrites: Many attacks are shared between characters, but it's up to the designer to hand-pick the most ...