MPNP Character Creation Module

Following character creation, players may be treated to the following module. This is considered a beginning module and really only needs to be played once. it is designed as a test and to provide basic instructions in the various parts of Mage Wars PnP gameplay.

The module is presented as a sort of basic training school which the characters have just completed. In order to recieve their certificates and begin a life as adventurers, they must complete a series of final exams.

The Three Tests

The Test of the Sword

This is a basic combat primer with an instructor (or instructors) as the target, and will effectively contain a heavily stripped-down version of combat.

The Test of the Steel

Basically consists of getting attacked by a machine, and covers AC, deflection, dodge, etc.

The Test of the Spell

Basically the Test of the Sword but with magic. Mainly meant for spellcasters, but melee classes can participate to learn about Resistance Values and evasion.

The Gauntlet

The Gauntlet is the final challenge, and basically combines all three. It is a short dungeon the party must complete in order to finish character creation. The other end of the gauntlet takes you into downtown MRPG Sun's Beacon, though it is possible to cross back into the newbie area.

Other Challenges

The module will also contain a handful of very short quests the players can attempt(consisting mostly of "kill the rats in the basement" type quests). There is also an arena area in which characters can fight pitched battles against various low-level mobs to test their skills.

Ideally, this module should get the characters from level 0 to level 1, though includes enough content to reach level 2. It should take about one to two play sessions to complete(depending on how focused the group is), including character creation.