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David.moore: /* I have a Special Character Card - What do I do? */

2024-09-21T09:57:08Z

I have a Special Character Card - What do I do?

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	# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.		# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.
	# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''		# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[Character Progression#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''
	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds]]'''		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[Rituals#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds]]'''


	== What about the things I’ve learned via training and research? ==		== What about the things I’ve learned via training and research? ==
	Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')		Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')

ManagementBoard: /* Tell us about your Special skills */

2024-09-14T11:20:46Z

Tell us about your Special skills

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	== Tell us about your Special skills ==		== Tell us about your Special skills ==
	We want to make this as smooth a transition as possible. To help us ensure we have captured everything, please fill in this form (will be published ~~shortly~~]: to let us know what special abilities your character has and how best to get in touch should we need to discuss specifics with you.		We want to make this as smooth a transition as possible. To help us ensure we have captured everything, please fill in this form [will be published before Winter Sale]: to let us know what special abilities your character has and how best to get in touch should we need to discuss specifics with you.

	This will enable us to give you an informed starting point when it comes time to transition your character, and will also allow us to do as much of the onward admin ahead of May 2025 as possible!		This will enable us to give you an informed starting point when it comes time to transition your character, and will also allow us to do as much of the onward admin ahead of May 2025 as possible!

ManagementBoard: /* Tell us about your Special skills */

2024-09-14T11:20:25Z

Tell us about your Special skills

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	== Tell us about your Special skills ==		== Tell us about your Special skills ==
	We want to make this as smooth a transition as possible. To help us ensure we have captured everything, please fill in this form: to let us know what special abilities your character has and how best to get in touch should we need to discuss specifics with you.		We want to make this as smooth a transition as possible. To help us ensure we have captured everything, please fill in this form (will be published shortly]: to let us know what special abilities your character has and how best to get in touch should we need to discuss specifics with you.

	This will enable us to give you an informed starting point when it comes time to transition your character, and will also allow us to do as much of the onward admin ahead of May 2025 as possible!		This will enable us to give you an informed starting point when it comes time to transition your character, and will also allow us to do as much of the onward admin ahead of May 2025 as possible!

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:28, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:28:28Z

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	# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.		# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.

	# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''		# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''
	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds]]'''		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds]]'''
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	Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')		Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')

	This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested.		This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested. Having learned one ability in that quadrant and spent the XP points for it, the character will not need to spend any additional XP until they progress to a higher skill level (or expand into a different specialism).

	We are still mapping out existing research to these quadrants and expect this to be completed in line with the reissue of points before Christmas so that you can make an informed decision about how to create your character and what knowledge your character maintains in the new rules and what XP this ultimately costs.		We are still mapping out existing research to these quadrants and expect this to be completed in line with the reissue of points before Christmas so that you can make an informed decision about how to create your character and what knowledge your character maintains in the new rules and what XP this ultimately costs.

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:25, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:25:13Z

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	Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')		Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')

	This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested.		This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested.

	We are still mapping out existing research to these quadrants and expect this to be completed in line with the reissue of points before Christmas so that you can make an informed decision about how to create your character and what knowledge your character maintains in the new rules and what XP this ultimately costs.		We are still mapping out existing research to these quadrants and expect this to be completed in line with the reissue of points before Christmas so that you can make an informed decision about how to create your character and what knowledge your character maintains in the new rules and what XP this ultimately costs.

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:12, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:12:42Z

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	# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''		# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''
	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds]]'''

	== What about the things I’ve learned via training and research? ==		== What about the things I’ve learned via training and research? ==
	Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|~~Training_and_Research~~]])		Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|'''Training and Research]]''')

	This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested.		This is not to say that every single recipe or researched rite will cost XP. Instead research and training will unlock quadrants of knowledge which cost a pre-set amount of XP per skill level at the culmination of the requisite study units being invested.

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:12, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:12:01Z

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	If you opt to transition to a new pathway, or to start a new character, you will not be able to start at your current skill level and instead will be placed at the novice skill level of your chosen path. We will issue a study unit discount for the new pathway for a period of time after transition, in recognition of the prior effort expended.		If you opt to transition to a new pathway, or to start a new character, you will not be able to start at your current skill level and instead will be placed at the novice skill level of your chosen path. We will issue a study unit discount for the new pathway for a period of time after transition, in recognition of the prior effort expended.

			== Tell us about your Special skills ==
			We want to make this as smooth a transition as possible. To help us ensure we have captured everything, please fill in this form: to let us know what special abilities your character has and how best to get in touch should we need to discuss specifics with you.

			This will enable us to give you an informed starting point when it comes time to transition your character, and will also allow us to do as much of the onward admin ahead of May 2025 as possible!

	== What happens if my character abilities fall outside of the above? ==		== What happens if my character abilities fall outside of the above? ==

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:00, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:00:47Z

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	# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.		# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.

	# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''		# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''
	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''

Kayleigh.whybrow at 22:00, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T22:00:23Z

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	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''

	What about the things I’ve learned via training and research?		== What about the things I’ve learned via training and research? ==
	Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|Training_and_Research]])		Abilities and knowledge learned through training and research are earned via study units and will ultimately have a value which counts towards your characters point cap. (see: [[Training\|Training_and_Research]])

Kayleigh.whybrow at 21:59, 13 September 2024

2024-09-13T21:59:47Z

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	At a basic level, these rules are:		At a basic level, these rules are:
	* A character starts with 20 experience points to spend on general and archetype skills.		* A character starts with '''20 experience points''' to spend on general and archetype skills.
	* No normal mortal character can have more than 100 experience points total, including their initial 20 points.		* No normal mortal character can have more than '''100 experience points total''', including their initial 20 points.
	* All progression via experience, training, research or magical investment counts towards a character’s point total, with the sole exception of abilities granted by divine blessings (faction specials).		* All progression via experience, training, research or magical investment counts towards a character’s point total, with the sole exception of abilities granted by divine blessings (faction specials).


	'''''Note:''' You don’t have to spend all your points up front; unspent points may be held back for later use.		'''''Note:''' You don’t have to spend all your points up front; unspent points may be held back for later use.
	''		''

	== Do I have to stay as my current character? Can I play something new? ==		== Do I have to stay as my current character? Can I play something new? ==
	You can opt to continue playing your current character, albeit it re-spec’d in line with the 2nd Edition rules or to create something completely new using the points issued back to your account, as described above.		You can opt to continue playing your current character, albeit it re-spec’d in line with the 2nd Edition rules or to create something completely new using the points issued back to your account, as described above.
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	* Ritual		* Ritual
	* Training		* Training


	Generally, there are two options available to you:		Generally, there are two options available to you:

	# ~~Numbered list item~~ We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.		# We will convert the ability/skill to the equivalent value of experience points. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine the XP owed and can be spent in accordance to the character creation rules.
	Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: ~~https://wiki.curiouspastimes.co.uk/index.php/Character_Progression~~#Special_Characters		# Continue to maintain using the special character rules here: '''[[#Special_Characters\|Special Characters]]'''
	Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of [[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]		Note: this route is temporary and will require regular maintainance. For abilities gained via the ritual circle please also note the introduction of '''[[#Ritual_Bonds_and_Maintenance\|Ritual Bonds:]]'''

	What about the things I’ve learned via training and research?		What about the things I’ve learned via training and research?