Character Creation (Ancestry) Cards [WIP]

[drifting cobalt]

Hi everyone! Draw Steel is a relatively new TTRPG, and like many others, I come from systems such as D&D 5e. Character creation in Draw Steel can feel overwhelming at first, with so many different elements; ancestry, class, subclass, background, kits, etc.

As a visual learner myself, I wanted a way to simplify the character creation process. That’s why I’m designing character creation cards. These cards will present each choice; ancestry, background, class, subclass, kit, etc, in a clear, visual format. By physically handling the cards, players can literally build their characters step by step, following the order in the handbook, without losing track of their options.

Right now, I’m focusing on ancestry cards (see examples), but the plan is to expand to backgrounds, classes, kits, abilities, and eventually items (maybe), so character creation becomes a fun, physical experience rather than an overwhelming wall of text. If you have any ideas or feedback on the design so far. I would love to hear from you 💚 .

[worthy tiger]

I'd love to have some of these. The design is really pretty and it presents a lot of the details in a clean and clear way.

There are some character elements that will be more dificult to fit in this format (esp thinking of the Dwarf's signature trait)

[drifting cobalt]

Glad to hear you like them so far! I’m happy to heat that! You make a great point haha. I do want the cards to be as clean and clear as possible. It is not my intention to give full descriptions with all exceptions to the rules.

Just want to get the ‘core’ concept across. Players can refer to the actual handbook where needed for clarification. But for a quick character creation, I would love for people to use these cards 😎

[drifting cobalt]

I was thinking something like this. Although I'm not 100% happy with the wording yet. Do let me know your thoughts! Also I appreciate the call-out for those class boards, I might indeed be able to help! I was however planning (when the full sets are finished) to sell these cards in physical form. Still, I might be able to help out design wise.