Master Content List 2023
Master Content List 2023
Master Content List 2023
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These lists are not comprehensive of all content we have released. We will continue to update these lists as we add more
content. As of January 7, 2022, these lists reflect the content that exists within the following books:
The Book of Many Things Volume 1: Order and Chaos The Book of Many Things Volume 2: Shattered Worlds
The Book of Many Things: Campaign Exclusive Content The Book of Many Things Volume 3: Realms of Magic
The Book of Many Things Decidedly Laughable Collection Names Games Annual Collections 2019-2021
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Conversions
3e Arcanis, archivist, artificer, dawn legate, dragon shaman, dragonfire shaman, Dragonlords of Melnibone, Dragonstar,
half-giant, hexblade, magehound, Midnight, minotaur runemaster, necromancer, runethane, satyrs, sohei, The Hunt:
Rise of Evil, truenamer, warforged, wu-jen
4e Seeker, vampire, warden
Pathfinder 1e Drake rider, drake trainer, monk
Pathfinder 2e Anadi, inventors, pixies
5e Blood hunter, dragonborn, tortles, warlock
Major Themes (not all themes present, only those with 2+ options)
Alice in Wonderland Arcanis Archer Azur Lane BioShock Black Desert
Bloodborne Castlevania Charmed Dark Crystal DC Comics Diablo
DICE the Manhwa Disney Doctor Who Dragon Ball Z Dune Fairy Tail (Anime)
Fallout Final Fantasy Fire Emblem Flatliners Food Network Full Metal Alchemist
Game of Thrones Gauntlet Goblins Comic Green Lantern Guyver Hellsing
Irregular at Magic High iZombie Kingdom Hearts Kirby League of Legends Legend of Dragoon
Legend of Zelda Lucifer Magic: the Gathering Marvel Comics Mega-Man Metroid
Monster Hunter Mortal Kombat Nickelodeon Ninja Gaiden One Piece Persona
Pnumadesi Pokémon Ready Player One Redwall Rick and Morty Runelords
Shrek Skyrim Sonic the Hedgehog Spawn Star Ocean Star Wars
Stargate The Strain Super Mario Brothers Super Mario Maker Sword Art Online ThunderCats
Transformers Trigun Tron Warbreaker Witcher World of Darkness
World of Warcraft Xenoblade
Ancestries by Theme
Theme Ancestry Common References Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Alice in Wonderland cheshin Cheshire Cat BoMT DLC [4] NG 2019 (5)
Azur Lane yosuren ships NG 2021 (19)
Charmed beguiled The Three NG 2021 (9)
Dark crystal elflings Jen, Kira BoMT v1 (13) BoMT v2 (40)
Dark crystal vulture-men skeksis BoMT v1 (42)
DC Comics Atlanteans Aquaman, Arthur, Mira BoMT 2018 (5)
DC Comics sahuagin, lowborn trench monsters BoMT 2018 (26)
Diablo nephilim BoMT v1 (26)
Disney cecaelias, ursulan Davey Jones, Ursula BoMT 2018 (10)
Dragon Ball Z glaedris Freeza, Cooler, Fridge NG 2020 (15)
Final Fantasy catfolk, maithar mithra, miqo’te BoMT v2 (5)
Final Fantasy humans, materian Cloud BoMT v2 (13)
Final Fantasy leporine viera BoMT v2 (15)
Final Fantasy moggish, chisai moogle BoMT v2 (19)
Final Fantasy ursaren, enlightened galka, roegadyn BoMT v2 (29)
Fire Emblem chikara skinwalkers laguz NG 2020 (19)
Legend of Zelda elflings Link, Zelda BoMT v2 (40)
Legend of Zelda fiari Ganon, gerudo BoMT v2 (9)
Legend of Zelda runekin goron BoMT v2 (23)
Legend of Zelda tsura zora BoMT v2 (27)
Legend of Zelda vine leshys deku BoMT v2 (40)
Lucifer Angels, Torn Lucifer Morningstar NG 2020 (7)
Magic: the Gathering visani viashino lizardfolk BoMT v3 [20]
Marvel Comics symbiants Carnage, venom BoMT v2 (192)
Marvel Comics tieflings, drow-born Azazel, Nightcrawler BoMT v3 [22]
Mega-Man model /s androids Rockman BoMT 2018 (18)
Metroid energivores, jin-ku metroids BoMT v2 (7)
2 Metroid samsarans, jin-ku hybrid Samus BoMT v2 (25)
Metroid vulture-men chozo BoMT v1 (42)
Pages in [brackets] are temporary and subject to change once the content is finished and in print.
Ancestries by Theme (Continued)
Theme Ancestry Common References Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Mortal Kombat bladebearers Baraka NG 2020 (9)
Mortal Kombat bladebearer hybrids Mileena NG 2021 (9)
Nickelodeon wraithlings Danny Phantom BoMT v3 [27] NG 2019 (40)
One Piece skerum Brook NG 2019 (19)
Pnumadesi ursaren Raenwynn BoMT v1 (40) BoMT v2 (29)
Pnumadesi xendauni Arawn Segomo BoMT v1 (44)
Pokémon dalets ditto BoMT v1 (7) BoMT v2 (40)
Pokémon dira sylveon NG 2019 (17)
Pokémon lagomorphs eevee BoMT v2 (16)
Pokémon moggish clefairy BoMT v2 (19)
Pokémon nerudes snorlax BoMT v2 (21)
Pokémon taurinor tauros NG 2019 (17) MKoM (39)
Redwall lings Stuart Little, Mickey, Fievel BoMT v3 [16] NG 2019 (30)
Rick and Morty always helpful Mr. Meeseeks BoMT DLC [2] NG 2021 (7)
Shrek gingerbread people Gingi BoMT DLC [8]
Skyrim elves, matiri snow elves NG 2021 (13)
Skyrim humans, dragon soul dragonborn BoMT v2 (11)
Skyrim orcs, aticayam orsimer NG 2021 (17)
Sonic the Hedgehog hedgehogs Sonic, Shadow BoMT v1 (29)
Sonic the Hedgehog ticaru Knuckles the Echidna NG 2020 (24)
Stargate mind worms goa’uld NG 2019 (15)
Star Ocean nadier nedians BoMT v3 [18] NG 2019 (34)
Star Wars dathomin Darth Maul NG 2019 (7)
The Strain strained Living vampires NG 2021 (18)
Super Mario Brothers mushroom leshys Toad BoMT v1 (24)
ThunderCats leonin Lion-O BoMT v1 (22)
ThunderCats vulture-men Vulture-Man BoMT v1 (42)
Transformers mechanins autobots, Optimus NG 2019 (13)
Warbreaker returned Blushweaver, Denth, Vasher BoMT 2018 (24)
World of Warcraft ar’kesh ethereals NG 2021 (5)
World of Warcraft bronzemane dwarves bronzebeard BoMT v2 (32)
World of Warcraft catfolk, world soul saberon BoMT 2018 (8)
World of Warcraft centaurs, world soul Gelkis, Kolkar, Magram BoMT v3 [5]
World of Warcraft dragonkin, world soul draconid BoMT 2018 (12)
World of Warcraft eláfi minotaurs highmountain BoMT v2 (32)
World of Warcraft exiled tieflings draenei, Velen BoMT v2 (32)
World of Warcraft fiend-touched orcs Grom, Thrall BoMT v2 (32)
World of Warcraft forest trollkin Vol’jin BoMT v2 (34)
World of Warcraft high elves Vereesa BoMT v2 (34)
World of Warcraft ironfire dwarves dark iron BoMT v2 (34)
World of Warcraft káfsi minotaurs yaungol BoMT v2 (34)
World of Warcraft moon elves Malfurian, night elves, BoMT v2 (35)
Tyrande
World of Warcraft moon-cursed skinwalkers Genn Greymane, worgen BoMT v2 (35)
World of Warcraft odoben tuskarr NG 2021 (16)
World of Warcraft ogres, world soul Gorian BoMT 2018 (20)
World of Warcraft red-blood orcs Garrosh, maghar BoMT v2 (35)
World of Warcraft sahuagin, world soul murlocs BoMT 2018 (26)
World of Warcraft shadow elves Alleria, void elves BoMT v2 (36)
World of Warcraft soulrent reborn forsaken, Sylvanas BoMT v2 (36)
World of Warcraft star elves nightborne, Thalyssra BoMT v2 (37)
World of Warcraft sun elves blood elves, BoMT v2 (37)
Lor’themar Theron
World of Warcraft tech gnomes Gelbin Mekkatorque, tinker BoMT v2 (37)
World of Warcraft ursaren, world soul Chen Stormstout, pandaren BoMT v2 (29)
World of Warcraft vónasos minotaurs taunka BoMT v2 (38)
World of Warcraft wildhill dwarves Kurdran, wildhammer BoMT v2 (38)
Xenoblade freeblades NG 2019 (9) 3
Classes by Theme
Theme Class Common References Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Archer Agent Elite Sterling Archer, Lana, et al BoMT DLC [10]
Azur Lane Shipwright hybrid inventor/ NG 2021 (81)
swashbuckler
Darkest Dungeon Maldanio Flagellant NG 2021 (63)
DC Comics Accelerist Barry Allen, Wally West BoMT v1 (49) BoMT 2018 (6)
DC Comics Champion of Will Green Lantern BoMT v3 [32]
DC Comics Otherworlder Superman BoMT v3 [43]
DC Comics Otherworlder, S-Class Lobo NG 2021 (100)
Diablo Elementalist sorcerer BoMT 2018 (46)
DICE the Manhwa Dicer Dongtae NG 2020 (50)
Doctor Who Pythia Sisters of Karn BoMT v2 (73) BoMT 2018 (64)
Dune Mind-Arc Mentat NG 2021 (66)
Irregular at Magic High Escapade Taurus Silver BoMT v1 (180)
Fairy Tale Wind Dancer Sherria NG 2021 (96)
Final Fantasy Battle Augur blue mage BoMT v1 (55)
Final Fantasy Echo mesmerist (Dimensions) NG 2021 (52)
Flash Accelerist Barry Allen, Wally West BoMT v1 (49) BoMT 2018 (6)
Food Network Culinarian Alton Brown, Anne Burrell, BoMT DLC [12]
Giada De Laurentiis
Ghost Rider Soulbreaker Champion Johnny Blaze, Danny Ketch BoMT v2 (181) BoMT v1 (119)
Goblins Comic Lehtveen Señor Vorpal Kickasso NG 2020 (66)
iZombie Risen Liv, Blaine, Major NG 2021 (74)
Kingdom Hearts Key Guardian Sora BoMT v3 [40]
Kirby Battle Augur Kirby BoMT v1 (55) BoMT DLC [21]
League of Legends Khihai Katarina NG 2020 (62)
League of Legends Pirakam Lux NG 2021 (70)
Legend of Zelda Generational Hero Link BoMT v2 (50) BoMT 2018 (61)
Lost Girl Concubant Bo NG 2021 (50)
Marvel Comics Makari Spider-Man, Peter Parker NG 2020 (70)
Marvel Comics Symbiant Phage, Riot, Venom BoMT v2 (192)
Marvel Comics Soulbreaker Champion Johnny Blaze BoMT v2 (181)
Mega-Man Battle Augur Rockman, X, Zero BoMT v1 (55)
Metroid Jin-Ku Bounty Hunter Samus BoMT v2 (53)
Mortal Kombat Combination Artist combos, fighting moves NG 2020 (47)
Persona Aeon Igor, Maki, Yukino BoMT 2018 (55)
Pokémon Hybrid Trainer Ash Ketchum BoMT v2 (188)
Pokémon Monster Tamer Ash Ketchum BoMT v2 (59)
Ready Player One Gamer Aech, Sorrento, et al BoMT v2 (46) BoMT DLC [23]
Ready Player One Premium Character Artemis, Parzival BoMT DLC [18]
Sonic the Hedgehog Accelerist Sonic, Knuckles, et al BoMT v1 (49)
Super Mario Maker Potentialist don’t move BoMT v2 (66)
Tron Aurinko light bending NG 2020 (41)
Tron Valomancer users, 9th-level spells NG 2020 (76)
World of Darkness Vampire of the Covenant Vampire, the Masquerade NG 2021 (92)
World of Warcraft Gearbreaker Mekkatorque, tinker BoMT 2018 (59)
World of Warcraft Priest of Volwryn balance priest BoMT v2 (70)
World of Warcraft Veritus Champion death knight BoMT v1 (194) BoMT v2 (100)
BoMT v3 [66]
World of Warcraft Volwryn Mage arcane, fire, frost BoMT v3 [52]
World of Warcraft Volwryn Marksman marksman hunters NG 2019 (76)
World of Warcraft Volwryn Warlock demonology warlock NG 2020 (79)
Magic by Theme
Theme Option/Spell Description Released (pg)
Fallout Fallout Sphere of fire that explodes and poisons creatures BoMT v2 (135)
Final Fantasy Final Fantasy Summon fantasy as a contingency upon death BoMT v2 (135)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy I Summon an illusionary carbuncle. BoMT v2 (136)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy II Summon an illusionary earth elemental. BoMT v2 (136)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy III Summon an illusionary fire elemental. BoMT v2 (136)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy IV Summon an illusionary shadow demon. BoMT v2 (136)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy V Summon an illusionary greater water elemental. BoMT v2 (137)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy VI Summon an illusionary old black dragon. BoMT v2 (137)
Final Fantasy Summon Fantasy VII Summon an illusionary trumpet archon. BoMT v2 (137)
Witcher Baptism of Fire Remove ailments, exhausts creature BoMT v2 (135)
Ancestries – Conversions
Ancestry Conversion of Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Alkuaine Arcanis 3e, elorri NG 2020 (5) LoT (27)
Canites The Hunt: Rise of Evil 3e NG 2020 (21) LoT (8)
Dark-Kin Arcanis 3e, dark kin NG 2020 (19)
Duanala anadi PF2 NG 2020 (12)
Dragonkin, Theian dragonborn 5e NG 2020 (10) LoT (184)
Dragonkin, Theian dragonborn 5e LoT (257)
Drakorin dragonborn 5e AoO: Drakorin (2) NG 2021 (23)
Dwarrow Midnight 3e BoMT v1 (10)
Dworgs Midnight 3e BoMT v1 (12) LoT (12)
Eidolon-Kin Arcanis 3e, espers NG 2020 (19)
Elflings Midnight 3e BoMT v1 (13) BoMT v2 (40)
Elves Midnight 3e NG 2020 (14)
Half-Giants Darksun NG 2021 (25)
Melni Dragonlords of Melnibone 3e NG 2019 (11)
Pixies pixies PF2 NG 2020 (28)
Radians warforged NG 2021 (27)
Satyrs satyrs 3e NG 2020 (22)
Skerum Dragonstar 3e NG 2019 (19)
Torlans tortles 5e BoMT v3 [24]
Classes – Conversions
Class Conversion of Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Arcane Tinkerer Artificer 3e NG 2019 (53)
Blood Stalker Blood Hunter 5e, become a monster to fight them BoMT v3 [29]
Divine Curator Archivist 3e NG 2020 (55)
Dragon Speaker Dragon Shaman 3e BoMT v3 [35] LoT (48)
Gun Bunny BESM d20 NG 2019 (62) PM d20
Inventor Inventor PF2 HoO: Inventor (2)
Invoker Warlock 5e, otherworldly pacts, blast, invocations BoMT v1 (74) BoMT v2 (85)
BoMT 2018 (62) BoMT DLC (23)
Knight Errant Warlord 3e NG 2021 (60)
Kunoichi BESM d20 NG 2019 (64) PM d20
Magical Hero BESM d20 NG 2019 (68) PM d20
Martial Artist BESM d20 NG 2019 (71) PM d20
Midnight Legate Midnight 3e, Izrador BoMT v1 (82)
8 Nature Warden Warden 4e, Hybrid druid/fighter BoMT v1 (85) BoMT v2 (90)
Classes – Conversions (Continued)
Class Conversion of Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Necromancer Necromancer 3e, carrion, death, plague, rot, swarms, BoMT v1 (87) BoMT v2 (91)
and several other death-related themes BoMT 2018 (63) BoMT v3 [9]
LoT (65)
Pet Monster Trainer BESM d20 NG 2019 (74) PM d20
Runemaster Runethane 3e BoMT v3 [46]
Shizukari Sohei 3e, barbarian/monk/paladin NG 2020 (88) LoT (74)
Sihir Wu jen 3e NG 2021 (85)
Spirit Seeker Seeker 4e NG 2021 (89)
Truenamer Truenamer 3e, Words of power, focus on wordcasting BoMT v1 (92)
Witchblade Hexblade 3e, Hybrid paladin/witch BoMT v1 (196)
Magic – Conversions
Option/Spell Description Release (pg)
Eldritch Invocations Spell-like abilities that function while you have spell slots remaining. BoMT v1 (153)
Words of Power 1st through 6th-level spells grouped by specific words BoMT v1 (165)
Ancestries – Original
Ancestry Concept Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Aasimar, Theian variant aasimar with access to deity domains ToL (233)
Arbiters small constructs who can fly, inevitables BoMT v1 (5)
Cabaros owlfolk LoT (6)
Curcan turkey people NG 2021 (12)
Deathless Beings brought back to a half-life, not undead BoMT v3 [8] LoT (10)
Deerlings Medium fey with charm person who love all love LoT (246) NG 2021 (22)
Demon-Blooded divine ancestry born from the essence of demons BoMT v3 [10]
Dinosaurs ... No really, dinosaurs BoMT DLC [4]
Dryants half dryad/half treant BoMT 2018 (14)
Dwarves, Theian sea-faring dwarves who are good with magnets LoT (25)
Elves, Theian elves who change based on their current locale LoT (26)
Elves, Alkuaine Theian elves who change by presence of elements LoT (27)
Enwi amalgamation of every ancestry through wish BoMT v2 (171) 9
Ancestries – Original (Continued)
Ancestry Concept Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Farrealmers chaotic versions of existing races, opposite stats BoMT v1 (16)
Gilahn variant lizardfolk with venom LoT (13)
Gnolls, Borbotos variant gnolls who love color and textiles LoT (16)
Gnomes, Theian fey who escaped their collapsing plane onto Theia LoT (28)
Goblins, Wa-hatan variant goblins good with tools and quick LoT (216)
God-Blooded divine ancestry born from the essence of gods, divas BoMT v1 (18)
God-Blooded, Dragari angel/dragon hybrid heritage BoMT v1 (184)
God-Blooded, Elemari angel/elemental hybrid heritage BoMT v3 [12]
Half-Dwarves half dwarf, half human. Stout and very earth-focused BoMT v1 (20) LoT (18)
Half-Elves, Theian variant half-elves with Theian elf and human talents LoT (29)
Half-Orcs, Theian variant half-orcs with Theian orc and human talents LoT (30)
Halflings, Theian variant halflings with nature-loving culture LoT (30)
Hill Giants 12-point advanced, large ancestry LoT (168)
Huldran elf/orc hybrid BoMT v3 [14]
Humans, Theian variant humans bred in Percimum to be more magical LoT (31)
Keratas variant lizardfolk with horns; love guns LoT (19)
Kitsune, Kurabi fox children who become terrible monsters in combat BoMT v1 (186)
Leporines variant rabbitfolk common to Theia LoT (21)
Manussos Half-constructs who collect souls BoMT 2018 (16)
Oboroten Progenitor ancestry to doppelgangers and mimics NG 2020 (17)
Orcs, Theian Large orcs who fought off dragons in the Age of Fire LoT (23)
Otterlings small otter people with alternatives like mink BoMT v1 (28)
Proto-Humans Devolved humans whose strength is immense BoMT 2018 (22)
Seekers constructs with hivemind who can teleport BoMT v1 (30)
Skaldaks eye-monsters who wear armor to appear human BoMT v1 (32)
Sokari unicorn people born from noble souls in the fey realm BoMT v1 (34)
Swarmborn A swarm of insects come to life BoMT v1 (36)
Tieflings, Inekin variant tieflings with emissary LoT (196)
Troglodytes smelly lizardfolk who live in different tribes BoMT v1 (38)
Trox, Larval Small, malformed trox whose strength remains BoMT 2018 (28)
Unnamed born in the image of chaos, hides behind a mask BoMT v1 (178)
Urvakan Radioactive humanoids with necrotic power NG 2020 (25)
Vos’mynih Underwater psychics good with necromancy NG 2020 (27)
Classes – Original
Class Concept Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Astrologer Simple spellcaster, magic through constellations BoMT v2 (43) LoT (34)
Barrier Sentinel Alternate unchained barbarian with focus on defense LoT (37)
Bouclier Magic arcane shieldbearers with 4th-level spells NG 2020 (44)
Censor Magical lawmakers and police with censorship LoT (42)
Collector Gather magical baubles for use with your spells NG 2021 (45)
Convoker Hybrid paladin/summoner, avatar eidolon BoMT v1 (58)
Crux Veilweaver, opposing elements, two-weapon fighting BoMT 2018 (36)
Cultist Alternate cleric with devotion to obscure power LoT (45)
Darkseeker Hybrid cleric/rogue, emphasis on shadow magic BoMT v1 (62)
Dreamwalker By Aaron Hollingsworth, shape reality with dreams BoMT 2018 (43)
Dúlra Hybrid cleric/druid, emphasis on fey companions BoMT v1 (64)
Genius Chemist Alternate alchemist, infusion/aid-focused BoMT v3 [37]
Gladiator, Theian Martial performer whose sensor tracks their story LoT (52)
Harbinger Unwilling invokers acting as conduits for their patron NG 2020 (58)
Heir Apparent Uses gold as a resource, pays to be an adventurer BoMT v1 (68) BoMT v2 (84)
BoMT 2018 (69)
Inspired Hybrid investigator/rogue/skald great with Dex NG 2021 (58)
Intern Does all the work for none of the credit. BoMT DLC [16]
Marshal Leadership-oriented class who directs allies well LoT (56)
Mercenary Takes on contract work in addition to adventuring LoT (61)
Metaphysician Hybrid psychic/wizard, transcendental praxis BoMT v2 (57)
Mortifex Hybrid necromancer/summoner controls undead NG 2020 (73)
10 Noble, Theian Adventuring noble with varied leadership styles LoT (70)
Classes – Original (Continued)
Class Concept Released (pg) Other Sources (pg)
Paleblade Assassin Hybrid shifter/vigilante, pretends to be a child BoMT v2 (175)
Philosopher Hybrid cleric/wizard with epiphanies in feats/spells BoMT v2 (62)
Revoker Alternate paladin that blocks enemy magic BoMT v2 (75)
Sadsack Turns being awful into a benefit NG 2021 (77)
Survivor By Aaron Hollingsworth, horror-movie hero BoMT v3 [49]
Thaumaturgist Combines arcane and divine power into single spells LoT (78)
War Shade Control radioactive power, alternate kineticist NG 2020 (84)
Zealot Hybrid barbarian/inquisitor with chaotic magic LoT (82)
Magic – Original
Option/Spell Description Release (pg)
Aberrant Body I Transform into a Medium or Small aberration BoMT v1 (167)
Aberrant Body II Transform into a Large or Tiny aberration BoMT v1 (167)
Abjuring Touch Grant a willing creature your AC value or use its AC value yourself BoMT v1 (168)
Armored Resistance Add your armor bonus to one saving throw of your choice. BoMT v1 (168)
Barrage of Missiles As magic missile, but 6 missiles per round with concentration BoMT v1 (196)
Battering Blast A spiked ball of force rams targets LoT (143)
Burning Arc Create a flame that arcs between targets LoT (143)
Burning Gout Deal fire damage and force a creature to move more slowly BoMT v1 (168)
Burning Gout, Greater As burning gout, but the damage is greater and more persistent BoMT v1 (168)
Burst of Radiance Fills area with blinding light. LoT (143)
Chaos Terrain Fills area with chaotic energy. LoT (143)
Claim Identity Become a humanoid. It loses all features LoT (144)
Claim Identity, Greater Creature becomes a mask. LoT (144)
Cuisine Culinarians carefully create combat cuisines BoMT DLC [34]
Dancing Darkness Created spheres reduce illumination. LoT (144)
Detect Stellar Alignment Detect astrologers and astromancy effects with concentration BoMT v2 (136)
Dimensional Blade Weapon ignores all armor for duration. LoT (144)
Dread Sand Imbues sand with deadly shadow magic. LoT (145)
Electrocute As hold person, but the target takes electricity damage BoMT v1 (196)
Flash Forward Return to original position after charging LoT (145)
Fool’s Teleport Turn invisible, appear to teleport away LoT (145)
Form of the Outsider I Transform yourself into an outsider NG 2021 (192)
Form of the Outsider II Transform yourself into an outsider NG 2021 (193)
Form of the Outsider III Transform yourself into an outsider NG 2021 (193)
Hurricane Blast Creates a severe blast of wind. LoT (145)
Idonian Occult Rituals 3 new occult rituals with Theian themes LoT (189)
16 Inevitable Terrain Fills area with lawful energy. LoT (146)
Magic – Original (Continued)
Option/Spell Description Release (pg)
Instant Junk Golem Creates 1 or more junk golems with alternative options for disease BoMT v1 (9)
Magic Missile Swarm As magic missile, but affects a creatures in an area BoMT v1 (196)
Mumchance Creatures are unable to properly speak while in the area. LoT (146)
Order’s Weapon Gain an order’s ethics and challenge. LoT (146)
Pet Rock Get a basic description and count of creatures who passed a rock BoMT v1 (169)
Ruse Spells 16 new spells that appear to be others when cast (ex: emperor’s clothes) NG 2021 (194)
Sand Castle As mage’s magnificent mansion, but transmutes sand LoT (146)
Sandmetal As ironwood, but creates objects from sand or salt LoT (146)
Shatter Soul Assault a creature with visions of its loved ones in harm’s way BoMT v1 (169)
Shield, Greater As shield, but grants an additional +1 AC per four levels (max +5) BoMT v1 (197)
Sound Domain Gain sound-related powers and spells from some deities LoT (229)
Language Subdomain exchange some sound spells for language spells and power LoT (229)
Music Subdomain help creatures to recover from mind-affecting effects LoT (229)
Spell Chains Learn how to chain spells together round by round for bigger effects BoMT v2 (184)
Spell Lists Including battle augur, dúlra, invoker, and necromancer BoMT v1 (156)
Spell Lists Including astrologer BoMT v2 (133)
Spell Lists Including aeon and elementalist BoMT 2018 (77)
Spell Lists Including astrologer, censor, necromancer, thaumaturgist, and zealot LoT (138)
Spell Lists Including pirakam base and specialized NG 2021 (189)
Symbol of Healing, As symbol of death, but creatures that see the symbol are healed BoMT v1 (169)
Greater
Lesser BoMT v1 (169)
Subjigate Water Imbues water with law magic LoT (146)
Synthesis Spells 18 combined spells for thaumaturgists LoT (147)
Topple Trip a creature you touch using your spellcasting ability BoMT v2 (137)
Transference Special school of magic that moves one consciousness into another BoMT v1 (192)
Transmute Armor Grant any creature your AC value or use its AC value yourself BoMT v1 (169)
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Alice in Wonderland Azur Lane
What was originally a book written by Lewis Carroll about a girl Azur Lane is character-based video game where you take the
who traveled to a strange land and faced off against the Queen role of a ship that combats others of your kind on the open seas.
of Hearts has spun off into many different mediums, including It was created by Shanghai Manjuu and Xiamen Yongshi, and
cartoons, movies, and videogames. released in 2017.
Ancestries Ancestries
Cheshin Yosuren
Source: The Book of Many Things Decidedly Laughable Collection Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Description: Cheshin are imp-like fey who played mean pranks Description: Yosuren are living ships that can take on a
on the wrong creatures and were cursed with weakened gifts. humanoid form to interact normally, then change back in order
They can get those gifts back over time with some effort. to ferry allies or do battle on the water.
Archetypes & Class Options Classes
Wonderlander (Generational Hero Archetype) Shipwright
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3 Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Description: The wonderlander is a generational hero whose Description: The shipwright is a hybrid inventor/swashbuckler
calling brings them to another world where they must contend that uses a combination of their guile and powerful firearms to
with insane rulers. At their disposal are new hero talents such keep enemies at bay. Includes new deeds and innovations.
as mushrooms that change their size, a pocket watch so they’re
Archetypes & Class Options
never late, and the hat from the Mad Hatter himself.
Gunnery (Shipwright Archetype)
Arcanis Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Created in 2001 by Henry Lopez and published by Paradigm Description: Gunneries are shipwrights with a greater number
Concepts, Arcanis is a ttrpg high fantasy setting with a number of of deeds in exchange for fewer innovations added to their
new options for ancestries, classes, and even more. firearms.
Ancestries BioShock
Alkuaine Bioshock was created by Ken Levine and published by 2k
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection Games. In it, the protagonist travels through an underwater city,
Description: Alkuaine are elemental elves who gain abilities fighting off hordes of genetically altered creatures and villainous
related to their associated elements. They include life and death humans. It was first released in 2007 and has several titles in the
elements. series.
Dark-Kin Archetypes & Class Options
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Description: Dark-kin are a variant of tieflings who are born as Splicer Archetypes (Archetypes)
children of shadow creatures. Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Description: Archetypes that grant splicing to different classes,
Eidolon-Kin
such as the alchemist, fighter, and rogue.
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Description: Eidolon-Kin are spirits given physical form and Equipment & Items
autonomy. They can still evolve, but their ability is limited Splicing
without putting specific emphasis on it by gaining levels in classes Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
like summoner. Description: Variant convergence options that introduce
different splices, such as ammunitionist, powerhouse, and racer.
Archer
Created in 2009 by Adam Reed, Archer is a cartoon series about Enemies & NPCs
a spy business that manages to complete their operations in the
Splicing
most unusual and eccentric ways. The titular character proves
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time and again that he’s the world’s greatest spy, even when it
Description: Splice npcs and monsters as a template.
may seem in all ways otherwise.
Classes Black Desert
Created in 2015 and ported to the US in 2016, Black Desert
Agent Elite Online is a fantasy MMO-RPG published by Pearl Abyss. Characters
Source: The Book of Many Things Decidedly Laughable Collection fight in the eponymous world using direction-oriented combat
Description: Agents elite are exactly that: Spies trained and cominations.
in hand-to-hand combat with specialized tools they use to
complete their missions. The more they drink, the better they Archetypes & Class Options
get, in theory anyway. Shadow Knight (Veritus Champion Archetype)
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Description: Shadow knights draw on the power of shadow 19
to fuel their abilities, becoming quick and capable despite using
heavy armor and two-handed weapons.
Bloodborne Dark Crystal
This action/horror RPG was initially released in 2015 by This fantasy adventure movie was initially released in 1982
FromSoftware for the Playstation 4. In it, characters explore the by Jim Henson. In it, a pair of friends must stop an ancestry of
world in search of stronger weapons and power ups. In the event vulture people from destroying themselves and the land around
they die, they can attempt to retrieve the equipment they most them.
recently lost. Weapon upgrades and creation allowed for further
Ancestries
customization of characters.
Elflings
Equipment & Items Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Amygdala Club Description: Elflings are the children of elves and halflings.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 They are fun-loving and peaceful when not out on a journey or
Description: This magic weapon can be transformed between quest to stop some great evil. They have been known to grow
a greatclub and a scythe. It grants bonuses to saves against fear. wings on occasion, and some can be even smaller, almost pixie-
Stake Driver like beings.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Vulture-Men
Description: This magic weapon can be transformed between Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
a battleaxe and a repeating crossbow. It deals +2d6 sneak attack Description: The vulture-men are a technological ancestry who
damage. are believed to care little for the other races around them. While
this isn’t true of every vulture-man, it does make it difficult to
Castlevania earn the trust of others.
This platformer was initially released in 1986 by Konami for the
Nintendo Entertainment System. In it, you play a monster hunter Archetypes & Class Options
who challenges various evil creatures with the help of your Mystic Teacher (Heir Apparent Option)
whip and a selection of different tools. The game has had many Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
evolutions, iterations, and offshoots that grant varying abilities Description: Heirs apparent sometimes train with mystic
and new ways to defeat the evil that permeates the land. teachers instead of gaining an adventuring goal.
Archetypes & Class Options DC Comics
Night’s Champion (Generational Hero Archetype) Detective Comics, which evolved into DC Comics in 1977, is
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 home to some of the most recognizable characters in the world.
Description: The night’s champion gains unsurpassed training Heroes and villains alike are well known by many after decades of
with whips and access to other specialized weapons such as holy stories told across several mediums.
water and sword darts. They can smite evil, much like a paladin, Like Disney and Marvel, this category is meant to encompass
and form a special bond with their primary weapon. the myriad options available under its banner that would
otherwise take up many different sections by themselves. If one
Charmed particular character or comic gains a bigger focus, we’ll break
Charmed was a modern, fantasy tv show originally created them out down the line.
by Constance M. Burge that aired between 1998 and 2006. In
it, three sisters discover they have mystic abilities that grow Classes
stronger when they work together. Accelerist
Ancestries Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Description: Based on heroes like the Flash, the accelerist is
Beguiled an alternate class with full base attack and a mix of combat and
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection tactical capability (reference unchained monk). Members of this
Description: Beguiled are members of any ancestry who were class gain an accelerant that increases their speed as they level
born with a magical gift. They are formidable opponents on their and grants them additional speed-related powers through the
own, but when working with other beguiled, they become more use of speed talents.
powerful. Champion of Will
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Description: Based on the Lantern Corps, the champions of will
Beguiled Ancestry Feats and Traits
draw on their inner creativity and willpower to create hard light
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creatures and objects they can use to battle their enemies. They
Description: Adapt your gift to other class pools, learn to craft
regain their power by conquering their fears.
special items, or form a triune with other beguiled.
Otherworlder
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Description: Based on Kryptonians and their ilk, the
otherworlder is an alternate class for the unchained barbarian.
With an emphasis on superior strength and power above all
else, these characters have to be careful how much of their true
20 strength they reveal, only loosening their own restrictions against
the most powerful of foes.
Archetypes & Class Options Archetypes & Class Options
Arrow (Volwryn Marksman Archetype) Archon (Arcanist Archetype)
Source: Name’s Games 2019 Collection Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Description: Arrows are masters of trick shots and drawing Description: The archon gives up his exploits in exchange for
forth endless, seemingly magical arrows to fire at their enemies. several spells and abilities themed around the wizards of the
Champion Of Anger (Champion of Will Archetype) nephilim homeworld.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3 Bull King’s Warrior (Barbarian Archetype)
Description: Champions of anger are furious warriors who Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
manifest their powers through rage and hatred. They also benefit Description: Nephilim barbarians have faith an ancient
from having greater strength than other champions of will. king among their people as one might a trusted ally or friend.
Champion Of Fear (Champion of Will Archetype) Their combat tactics and the powers they call upon reflect this
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3 understanding, and they can even call upon other warriors like
Description: The antithesis to the champion of will is the them to do battle.
champion of fear, whose power feeds on the emotions of others Monk of the Divine Bell (Monk Archetype)
and drives them to run away, frightened of what the champion Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
may do to them. Description: The monk of the divine bell trades its increasing
Champion Of Solace (Champion of Will Archetype) AC bonus for damage reduction and fast movement for a
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection reverberating strike that deals additional damage with stunning
Description: Champions of solice are the healers among the fist.
champions of will. Their caring and nurturing ways can be felt by Marauder (Escapade Archetype)
all and channeled back into their power. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Destroyer of Worlds (Otherworlder Archetype) Description: The marauder focuses less on magic and more
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3 on ranged combat, gaining a companion and the ability to craft
Description: Where the otherworlder holds back his power turrets to attack for her.
for fear of drawing too much attention to himself, the destroyer
of worlds has no care for the weak. Unfortunately, it is the DICE the Manhwa
destroyer’s arrogance that gets in their way and keeps them from This 2013 web-based manga created by Hyunseok Yun follows
truly succeeding. Dongtae as he gets swept up in the world of DICE, where one
roll can change everything. With an ever-present entity watching
Herald of Will (Vigilante Archetype)
his every move, Dongtae and his friends must overcome every
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challenge that rolls their way.
Description: Another path toward being a champion of will
is the herald of will, who acts as a vigilante with the ability to Classes
manifest powers similar to those who access it through the full Dicer
class. Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection
Time Render (Accelerist Archetype) Description: The dicer is a base class that plays the game
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 a little differently from everybody else. They get a resolution
Description: Time renders steal their speed from the fabric of mechanic centered around rolling 3d6, and later 4d6 drop the
time itself. Rather than use it to speed themselves up, they slow lowest. Incorporating this mechanic, the dicer can use dice
others down, even gaining access to a lesser version of time stop skills, apply adaptations to himself, and modify reality itself.
that eventually they can use as well as the spell.
Equipment & Items
Diablo Combat Dice
This action roleplaying hack and slash game was initially Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection
released in 1996 by Blizzard Entertainment for the computer. In Description: Combat dice are a specialized set of thrown
it, characters travel around the world, gathering power so that weapons that anybody can learn, but which dicers gain
they may face off against demonic and angellic entities in the automatically. They can be used as a single, bludgeoning weapon
midst of a war for the souls of every creature. There have been with slashing and piercing variants, a heavy boulder-type die, and
several sequels that expand on the game’s lore and the options even a set of spare dice for dual-wielding.
available to characters.
Ancestries
Nephilim
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Description: The nephilim are children of angel and demon,
whose blood is the stuff of heroes. They stand as humans, but
more powerful and easily recognized for what they are; fearsome
random factors in the war between good and evil.
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Disney Doctor Who
The overall Disney category encompasses anything without This series of adventures was initially released in 1963 and
a specific focus. Whereas Kingdom Hearts is its own category revived in 2005 by the BBC. In it, a rebel alien travels through
because of the options available, Disney includes specific nods to space and time, exploring different eras and preventing various
properties ranging from The Little Mermaid to Epic Mickey. If any enemies from potentially destroying reality. The show has had
one category gains additional options down the line, it may be many different iterations, each of which offers ew stories while
moved from here into its own section. maintaining the spirit of the original.
Ancestries Classes
Cecaelias, Ursulan Pythia
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Description: Ursulan cecaelias are bardic humanoids who can Description: The pythia is a base class with moderate base
transform themselves into octopus-like creatures. Their rivalry attack and full spellcasting (reference druid). The original goal
with the Atlanteans turned to an alliance after both were trapped for the class was to introduce a sorcerous alternative to the
within the Mejnō Shift. They are talented witches and keepers of druid class, but through different cycles and regenerations, it
contracts that are dangerous to break. took on a life of its own as a priestly spellcaster who tinkers
with changing forms and avoiding death through natural
Archetypes & Class Options
power.
Bedlam (Witch Archetype)
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Archetypes & Class Options
Description: The bedlam trades some of her spellcasting for Halcyon (Pythia Archetype)
bardic performances tailored to her chaotic ways. With carefully Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
chosen words and a binding contract, the bedlam seeks to sow as Description: The halcyon wears a bonded mask and gains more
much discord as she can during most encounters. dynamic spellcasting options through natural arcana. They act as
Brush Artist (Bard Archetype) peacekeepers and diplomats.
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection Jade Dreamers (Pythia Archetype)
Description: Brush artists gain proficiencies related to the Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
everlasting paintbrush, and their bardic performance and Description: The jade dreamer grants pythia more of a druidic
versatile performance focus on that as well. By 11th level, these focus in exchange for drawing it away from its otherworldly roots.
bards have crafted their own paintbrush that they can then Reincarnated (Pythia Archetype)
modify as they gain more experience. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Brush Guardian (Key Guardian Archetype) Description: The reincarnated grants pythia more of an
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection otherworldly, time-oriented focus in exchange for drawing it
Description: Brush guardians blend the style of the key guardian away from stock druidism.
with the power of the everlasting paintbrush. They marry the two Temporal Thane (Investigator Archetype)
into its own specialized training which allows them to fabricate Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3
items and imbue any paintbrush as a keyblade. Description: The temporal thane grants investigators the
Equipment & Items ability to traverse time and relative dimensions in space. With
their trusty audio wrench and the right talents, these lords of
Dinesy’s Everlasting Paintbrush time can take on any challenge.
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Description: The everylasting paintbrush allows its wielder to Dragon Ball Z
create objects out of minimal components, or destroy them just This manga/anime series by Akira Toriama has delighted fans
as easily. It can be wielded in a variety of ways, and those who since 1989. It is the sequel to Dragon Ball and the starting point
master it become even more powerful still. for many of the franchise’s sequels and spinoffs. It focuses on
the Z Fighters as they protect their universe from ever-greater
threats.
Ancestries
Glaedris
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Description: The glaedris are shapechangers who conceal
their greatest power within weaker forms, ready to be unleashed
against the proper opponent.
Archetypes & Class Options
Glaedris Warrior King (Monk Archetype)
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Description: Warrior kings utilize their intelligence in hand-to-
22 hand combat. They gain inherent power that they can use as a
standard or swift action with enough practice.
Otherworldly Gifts (Otherworlder Option) Final Fantasy
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This series of RPGs was initially released in 1987 by Square Enix
Description: Glaedris can select the perfect form otherworldly
for the Nintendo Entertainment System. It has many sequels,
gift, which allows them to obtain even greater power than they
evolutions, and offshoots. In most, you play a group of characters
can already achieve on their own.
who set out to end a threat to their world. Their abilities and
Dune magic grow over time, allowing them to deal with stronger
This science fiction novel was initially released in 1965 by enemies and more complex challenges.
Frank Herbert. In it, different groups seek to control their galaxy Ancestries
through manipulation of distribution channels, threats, and more
Catfolk, Maithar
dangerous plots. One particular group possesses a special form
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of magic that grants them exceptional ability over others thanks
Description: Fantasian catfolk are a dexterous, bow-loving
to their training.
heritage created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin
Classes Glusing. Being primarily female, they usually leave males to
Mind-Arc protect the young and care for the village while they adventure
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection and seek the blessings of their feline goddess.
Description: Mind-arcs are masterful, intelligent combatants Humans, Materian
based on the mentat. They use cognitive talents to solve their Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
problems in and out of combat. Description: Fantasian humans are created by Aaron
Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. They are naturally
Archetypes & Class Options attuned to the orbs created by their homeworld. They are able to
Benegess Hopeful (Pythia Archetype) seek them out, better utilize them, and even generate a lesser
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 orb of their own that can be shared with allies.
Description: The benegess hopeful gains increased damage Moggish, Chisai
through unarmed combat and can go through a series of tests to Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
become more powerful in place of learning how to wild shape. Description: Fantasian moggish are small, rotund little
Shattered Mind (Mind-Arc Archetype) creatures with tiny wings and a zim zim hanging from their
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection head. On their world, they often act as guides and vendors, but
Description: Ex-mind-arcs whose minds are clouded by a lack occasionally adventure alongside other fantasian heroes.
of judgment and control over their emotions. They break the Leporine
minds of others with a special application of their inspiration. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Fantasian leporines are rabbitfolk who believe
Fairy Tail (Anime) strongly in their faith and their expertise as archers. A naturally
Created by Hiro Mashima, this high fantasy anime series aired spiritual ancestry, they can even talk to their ancestors and
between 2009 and 2019. It tells the story of Natsu and his friends venture to the realm of the dead.
as they travel their world in search of his father. As a dragon slayer, Source: Lands of Theia
it is Hiro’s job to subdue criminals and fight demonic creatures. Description: Theian leporines are rabbitfolk common
Archetypes & Class Options throughout different regions of Theia. They might be druids in
Avemor or shizukari in Idon Ah, for example.
Dragon Slayer (Sorcerer Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3 Ursaren, Enlightened
Description: Dragon slayers gain a more potent bloodline at Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
the expense of one fewer spell per day of each level. They gain an Description: Fantasian ursaren are bear people created by
unarmed strike progression similar to a monk, bloodline benefits Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. They
from either the dragon or elemental bloodlines, and even a carry the spirits of their elders with them and celebrate a cycle
dragon familiar. of rebirth as they adventure. They are cloud watchers and sea
wolves, worldly and spiritually attuned.
Zephyr Knight (Wind Dancer Archetype)
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection Classes
Description: Wind dancers with d10 HD and full base attack, Battle Augur
they gain limited spellcasting and fighter training equal to 1/2 Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
their wind dancer level. Description: The battle augur is a base class with moderate base
attack and full spellcasting (reference druid). The augur’s spell list
is very small and dedicated to personal abilities. The augur can
expand this list through battle augury to include monster abilities
and other class features which become temporary spells to be
cast.
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Echo Takusu Inquisitor (Inquisitor Archetype)
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Description: The echo is an alternate class for the battle augur. Description: The takusu inquisitor is created by Aaron
It has a moderate base attack and good Will saves. Instead of Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. The archetype
spells, echos use memories that they channel through specialized changes the inquisitor into an arcane spellcaster who aids guilds
visors they create. in establishing dominance through insightful judgments and skill
use.
Archetypes & Class Options
Burdened Warrior (Fighter Archetype)
Character Options
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Burnout
Description: The burdened warrior is created by Aaron Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. The archetype Description: Burnout translates the concept of limit breaks to
draws inspiration as a hero with a tragic past. It has a different set Pathfinder by allowing characters to gain a special ability when
of class skills, stoic insight, and combat style from the traditional they meet specific conditions, such as using the last of a daily
fighter. ability.
Cerberan Gunslinger (Gunslinger Archetype) Noble Paths
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Description: The cerberan gunslinger trades out various deeds Description: Races who seek to gain notoriety can take a noble
and other abilities in order to transform into different, horrific path created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin
monsters and take on aspects of other creatures while in or out Glusing. These special, moderate convergences expand on what
of combat. a character can do based on its ancestry alone.
Cloudwatcher (Cleric Archetype) Magic
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Description: Cloudwatchers are enlightened ursaren who bear Spells
an emblem embedded in their abdomen. This emblem acts as Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
their source of power through which they channel positive Description: A collection of summon fantasy spells grants
energy and other beneficial effects. characters the ability to summon various illusions of powerful
monsters reminiscent of those found throughout the worlds of
Edgeblaster (Gunslinger Archetype)
Fantas.
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Description: The edgeblaster is created by Aaron Hollingsworth Equipment & Items
and developed by Kevin Glusing. The archetype trains gunslingers Buster Blade
in the use of gunblades and alters several deeds in order to Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
account for the different weapon style. Description: The buster blade is a bastard sword with an
Fantasian Dragoon attached short sword that deals damage as a greatsword when
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 combined.
Description: The Fantasian dragoon allows the paladin to jump Discovery Items
high into the air, delivering a devastating attack at the end of his Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
fall. His spear is his bond and his might can frighten others as Description: These items are discovered by heroes with the
easily as any dragon. Harness Discovery feat upon defeating specific monsters when
Fantasian Key Guardian (Key Guardian Archetype) carrying convergence dust.
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection Fantasian Bane Weapons
Description: Fantasian key guardians gain access to key orbs, Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
which they can use to enhance their keyblades or themselves, Description: Fantasian bane weapons are an expansion on the
gaining a greater pool of energy. bane magic weapon property created by Aaron Hollingsworth and
Red Mage (Magus Archetype) developed by Kevin Glusing. They have more strict requirements
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 for when they activate, but grant stronger benefits as a result.
Description: The red mage gains access to bard spells, Fantasian Orbs
elemental powers, and the ability to chain various spells in Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
exchange for some of his combat capability. Description: Fantasian orbs are a new type of magical item
Sea Wolf (Swashbuckler Archetype) created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 They can be placed into various equipment, or implanted on a
Description: Sea wolves are pirates who use their brute creature to grant them different powers and abilities, including
strength and knowledge of harpoons to carry theim to victory in access to variant multiclassing and archetype abilities.
battle. Their rugged skin and powerful panache help them stand Gunblades
out against other swashbucklers. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Surveyor (Heir Apparent Option) Description: Gunblades are a technological combination of
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 different swords and firearms created by Aaron Hollingsworth
Description: Surveyor is an adventuring goal option for the and developed by Kevin Glusing. They require special training
24 heir apparent class that makes the heir apparent better at to wield, and cause considerably more damage on a hit if the
locating and using Fantasian orbs. firearm portion is loaded.
Strike Balls Ghost Rider
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This character was originally created in 1972 by Marvel Comics.
Description: Strike balls are specially designed spherical
He is a spirit of vengeance who travels from hero to hero,
weapons created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by
empowering them to seek justice by destroying their enemies.
Kevin Glusing. They can bounce off of enemies and return to the
There have been many different iterations on the character, each
thrower.
of which brings their own take on his powers and abilities.
Tower Weapons
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Classes
Description: Tower weapons are oversized, exotic weapons Soulbreaker Champion
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
They increase the damage of a martial, two-handed weapon Description: The soulbreaker champion is an alternate class
slightly in exchange for making it exotic. with full base attack and combat capability (reference paladin).
The class uses the souls of other creatures to empower itself
Flatliners and gain special powers related to seeking vengeance against
This horror/thriller movie was initially released in 1990 by evildoers.
Columbia Pictures. In it, a group of medical students repeatedly
subject themselves to death in order to discover the secrets Goblins
behind it. This comic was initially released in 2005 by Tarol Hunt (now
Archetypes & Class Options Tarol Stephens). In it, a group of adventurers of different races
travel the world in search of friends and experience. Different
Sanjanje Necromancy (Necromancer Option) characters have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign story builds on the interactions between them all.
Description: Sanjanje necromancy is a necromantic study
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing Equipment & Items
for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers power through Biting Weapon
repeated, controlled experience with death and dreams. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Biting is a magic weapon property that grants the
Game of Thrones enchanted weapon the ability to grapple enemies in combat.
This fantasy series is based on the Song of Ice and Fire series
Tumble Weapon
initially released in 1996 by George R. Martin. In it, various
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families plot and scheme in an attempt to take control of the
Description: Tumble is a magic weapon property that grants
larger kingdom while a supernatural force seeks to destroy the
the enchanted weapon additional attack and damage after the
magic in the north before making its way beyond the wall that
wielder tumbles past a creature.
protects everybody.
Character Options Green Lantern
This comic was initially released in 1940 by DC Comics. In it, an
Warg Convergence intergalactic team of heroes and villains control their emotions
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through special batteries that they use to create remarkable
Description: The warg is a major convergence that grants
facsimiles and weapons.
the ability to control creatures of animal intelligence. As the
convergence gains strength, the warg can see further into the Archetypes & Class Options
past and future while also learning to control more powerful Herald of Will (Vigilante Archetype)
beings. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The herald of will bonds with a special object
Gauntlet (usually a ring) and uses it to create different spell effects through
This puzzle-solver/adventure game was initially released in
willpower. They trade various vigilante talents for new abilities as
1985 by Atari. In it, characters travel through various mazes full
their level increases.
of enemies in search of magic items and gold. Each character has
their own unique benefits, and each zone has special teleporters Irregular At Magic High
that help characters reach new levels or return to old ones. This manga was released in 2008 by Shōsetsuka ni Narō and
Equipment & Items later adapted into an anime by ASCII Media Works. In it, students
at a magical high school are ranked by their innate talent with
At-Ari’s Gauntlets spells created in a manner similar to science and mathematics.
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Description: This magic hand-slot item allows the wearer to Classes
teleport out of a dungeon quickly. The greater version allows the Escapade
wearer to teleport greater distances. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Description: The escapade is a hybrid class with moderate base
attack and moderate spellcasting (reference unchained rogue
and wizard). They gain the ability to cast spells using firearms,
some access to sneak attack and different features that keep 25
them mobile in combat.
Archetypes & Class Options Legend of Dragoon
Silver Eidos (Escapade Archetype) This RPG was released in 1999 by SCE Japan Studio for the
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Playstation. In it, you play a group of heroes who call upon the
Description: The silver eidos turns the escapade into a spirits of dragons to increase their power and technique. The
spontaneous spellcaster who can loop his spells for repeated game introduced an interesting system wherein you could form
effect against some creatures. combination attacks by hitting your buttons on a timer that got
faster the more you succeeded.
iZombie Character Options
iZombie began as a comic published between 2010 and 2012
by Vertigo. It was created by Roberson & Allred. It was later Dragon Spirit Convergence
adapted to tv as a police procedural comedy/horror. In it, the Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign.
main character becomes a zombie who can see the events of a Description: Dragon spirits are a special form of convergence
person’s life by eating their brains. that also act as intelligent magic items. They have egos and can
take control of the weak willed. The unique gameplay from the
Classes RPG is represented by a mechanic that has you repeatedly rolling
Risen a d6 in hopes of hitting higher and higher numbers in order to
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection deal more damage with attacks.
Description: The risen is an alternate class for the vampire of
the covenant. It has a d10 Hit Die and full base attack. Levels in Legend of Zelda
the class indicate a full transformation and grasp of zombie-like This open-world adventure/puzzle game was initially released
abilities, turning one fully into a powerful zombie over time. in 1986 by Nintendo for the Nintendo Entertainment System. In it,
you play as a young hero destined to save his world and the local
Archetypes & Class Options princess from certain doom. There have been many generations
Risen Investigator (Risen Archetype) of hero to hold this responsibility across many different games,
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection each of which maintains a common theme and repertoire of
Description: The risen investigator is a risen that gains items and equipment.
investigator talents and inspiration in place of social talents and Ancestries
slam.
Elflings
League of Legends Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena where Description: These small cousins to elf and halfling alike can
characters square off in teams to defeat each other or reach an sometimes hail from Zaelin, where their culture is known to
objective. There are many different strategies across dozens of produce great heroes able to turn time itself back and forth as
character choices. The world itself was featured in an animated they seek to save their realm from a dangerous enemy.
tv show, Arcane, that tells the stories of several characters and Fiari
how they interact. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: This desert-dwelling society of warriors and
Classes thieves worships a sorcerer king long-believed dead. They are
Khihai often born strong and smart, with fiery manes that reflect the
Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection sun and dark skin that drinks it in. As their experience grows, they
Description: The khihai is a hybrid barbarian/rogue class that come closer to what the people of their world refer to as the
typically specializes in agile weapons and deadly strikes using her Visage of Power.
voracity. She selectes talents that help to take her down a sinister Runekin
path. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Pirakam Description: The runekin of Zaelin are stout, stone-covered
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection creatures who forge mighty weapons and craft powerful
Description: The pirakam is an alternate version of the Volwryn incendiary devices. The bravest runekin travel the world,
mage that controls light, bending it into weapons and objects. groonsword strapped to their backs, in search of adventure and
She uses illumination to channel her specialization in fire, holy, a good story to share.
or light magic; or she can walk the path of the lightning bearer Tsura
or sun chaser. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: These water-dwelling hunters and spellcasters live
Archetypes & Class Options in the oceans and rivers of Zaelin, trading with the elflings and
Sun Pirate (Pirakam Archetype) humans of that world for more refined equipment and magic.
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection When a member of their ancestry reaches maturity, she will
Description: Sun pirates are pirakam who use their Charisma sometimes set out on an adventure of her own. On rare occasion,
and panache to accentuate their light-based magic, which a tsura may change from merfolk to birdfolk as a result of ancient
doesn’t get as strong as other pirakams, but is no less effective. magic from their homeworld.
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Vine Leshys Lucifer
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Lucifer is the main character of his eponymous DC Comics
Description: Scrub vine leshys have learned how to spit seeds
series released between 2000 and 2006. Created by Neil Gaiman,
with surprising power and accuracy. They have a natural sling
Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg, and M. R. Carey, Lucifer borrows a
attack that they can use which replaces a couple of traits not
lot of christian lore for the character’s background and general
commonly displayed on Zaelin.
persona, and this was further translated to a tv series that aired
Classes for six seasons between 2016 and 2021.
Generational Hero Ancestries
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Torn
Description: The generational hero is a hybrid class with Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection
full base attack and tactical ability (reference alchemist and Description: Torn are angels who were either banished or left
ranger). The hero can find adventure anywhere, even if it wasn’t their heavenly realm to exist on the material plane as mortals.
necessarily there already. They have a variety of tools at their They retain much of their divine power and gifts, but are just as
disposal that becomes more useful as they gain experience. vulnerable as humans to harm. Morningstars, in particular, can
Things like boomerangs, bombs, and magic rods are among the charm creatures to avoid direct conflict.
hero’s most useful tool. Character Options
Archetypes & Class Options Infernal Currency
Twin Blade (Generational Hero Archetype) Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: Infernal currency is the result of a special deal
Description: Twin blades can create clones of themselves to with a devil. It allows a character to “purchase” the exact items
help them fight during battle. While the clones duration begins they need when that need arises, even if they’re miles away from
as limited, they can grow more powerful over time. anywhere that should have those items.
Equipment & Items Mega-Man
Bokochi This platformer was initially released in 1987 by Capcom for the
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Nintendo Entertainment System. In it, you play an android who
Description: Bokochi are a type of companion originating from challenges various robots and takes their power to use against
Fantas created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin others. The game has had many evolutions, iterations, and
Glusing. They come in a variety of colors, each of which has offshoots that grant varying abilities and new ways to navigate
different strengths to offer the rider/companion. the world.
Groonsword Ancestries
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Model /s Androids
Description: The groonsword is the greatsword equivalent of
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
the butching axe. It is a massive weapon, crafted by runekin, that
Description: The model /s android is a small heritage with a
requires higher-than-average strength to wield properly.
variety of options that help to play a character like Mega-Man,
Fairy Bottle from feats like Dash Jump to a special android hunter archetype.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: A fairy bottle is a special, non-magical potion that
Classes
can be consumed for a healing effect. Battle Augur
Magic Bottle Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: The battle augur is a base class with moderate base
Description: A magic bottle is a special, non-magical potion attack and full spellcasting (reference druid). The augur’s spell list
that can restore spell slots. is very small and dedicated to personal abilities. The augur can
expand this list through battle augury to include monster abilities
Magic Fairy Bottle and other class features which become temporary spells to be
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 cast.
Description: A magic fairy bottle is a special, non-magical
potion that can be broken for a healing effect on all nearby Archetypes & Class Options
creatures. It also restores spell slots. Azure Blade (Battle Augur)
Mask of the [Ancestry] Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: The azure blade changes its hit dice, base attack,
Description: These masks can transform their wearer into a and spells to be more in line with the paladin class. They don’t
member of another ancestry. gain the same breadth of options for battle augury, but can
modify their chosen weapon to better handle different enemies.
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Metroid Classes
This platformer was initially released in 1986 by Nintendo for Midgnight Legate
the Nintendo Entertainment System. In it, you play a bounty Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
hunter who challenges various aliens and upgrades her suit to Description: The midnight legate is a hybrid class with full base
use against more powerful enemies. The game has had several attack and combat capability (reference inquisitor and ranger).
sequels that offer new suits, upgrades, and abilities. They hunt dangerous spellcasters and put them down before
Ancestries they can pose a threat to the larger world.
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Lagomorphs Archetypes & Class Options
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Lagomorphs are leporine from the world known Dedicant
only as the Kingdom. They are monsters who took humanoid Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3
form in order to escape capture. In their natural environment, Description: Dedicants are characters who can give up a part of
they can take on many different elemental forms such as fire, themselves to improve the abilities and traits of others. By taking
water, grass, psychic, and ice. penalties to their ability scores, they grant bonuses to the same
scores possessed by allies.
Moggish
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Character Options
Description: Moggish from the Kingdom are fairy-like creatures Dedicant Runes
who gather in the mountains and guard meteorites from thieves. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3
They are an exuberant lot who enjoy games as much as they do Description: Dedicant runes are represented as feats.
singing.
Nerudes Skyrim
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 This open world RPG was released in 2011 by Bethesda Game
Description: An ancestry of monsters from the Kingdom Studios. In it, players take on the roll of a dragonborn, whose very
who are very similar in size and shape to snorlax. They even soul is that of a dragon. They can train in many different aspects
enjoy sleep, and their smaller cousins, known as nerunts, are of combat and tactics, while also raising their ability to shout,
hyperactive, eating machines. creating magical effects using the power drawn from their soul.
Classes Ancestries
Hybrid Trainer Elves, Matiri
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
Description: The hybrid trainer is a hybrid class with moderate Description: The matiri are an elven heritage from Curacal.
base attack and full spellcasting (reference summoner and They were the first elves, born in the frozen mountain peaks of
monster trainer). This version of trainer takes his captured the world.
monsters and modifies them using special techniques and an Humans, Dragon Soul
evolution pool that he can apply to any monster as he calls upon Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
it. Description: Dragon soul humans are able to channel their
Monster Tamer inner power into magical effects. The stronger they become, the
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 more likely they can learn the techniques required to change into
Description: The monster tamer is a hybrid class with moderate a dragon themselves.
base attack and full spellcasting (reference druid and monster Orcs, Aticayam
trainer). As a monster tamer, a character gains an ally who travels Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection
by his side. As they each grow stronger, the tamer becomes able Description: Matiri cursed to become orcs for taking actions
to transform into his companions, even as he collects more who against their inherent nature. With effort they can reclaim some
can merge with him while he adventures. of their former glory, but most relish in their newfound strength.
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ThunderCats Warbreaker
This adventure cartoon was initially released in 1985 by Rankin/ This novel was released in 2009 by Brandon Sanderson. In it,
Bass Animated Entertainment. In it, a group of cat-like heroes war looms between two nations, and a handful of characters
survive on an alien planet against different villains while they try work for or against it until everything comes to a head. Magic in
to make it their new home. The series has had a couple reboots this world is created with a combination of biochromatic breath,
and storylines, each of which better defined the characters and touch, and strong commands used to bring inanimate objects to
provided more lore for the world. life.
Ancestries Ancestries
Leonin Returned
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Description: The leonin are lion-like catfolk who gather tribes Description: Returned are living beings brought back for a
of their people together to adventure and explore. The leaders of specific purpose they cannot always remember. They only live for
these tribes are usually just and fair in their decisions, taking wise 7 days without consuming the breath of other creatures, but can
counsel into consideration. give their own divine breath in sacrifice to perform miracles.
Vulture-Men Character Options
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Breath
Description: Vulture-men are often technologically advanced, Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign.
able to create different weapons, vehicles, and other tools to Description: The primary source of magic on the homeworld
give them an advantage against their enemies. Their superior of the returned, breath can be bought off of other creatures
intelligence can sometimes get the better of them, however. for a reasonable price and stored for later use. With training,
awakeners can use breath to animate organic, human-shaped
Venom objects. With mastery comes the ability to ignore one or more
This character was originally created in 1984 by Marvel Comics.
rules related to using breath, from shape to material to even
He is an alien symbiote that bonds with different creatures and
vocal command.
grants them various powers and abilities. Other symbiotes have
been introduced over the years that have expanded on the Drab (Campaign Trait)
abilities and powers available to their ancestry. Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign.
Description: Drabs are creatures who have given up their
Ancestries breath to another. As a trait, being a drab makes you harder to
Symbiants distinguish with divination, but also costs you in attentiveness to
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 detail.
Description: Symbiants bond with members of other races, Equipment & Items
improving them while making them vulnerable to fire and sound.
Creatures bound to a symbiant can learn to control it in one of Awakened Steel Items
several ways. Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign.
Description: In the book, awakening inorganic material such
Classes as steel or stone is impossible by most standards. This option
Symbiant presents the idea of awakened steel armor, shields, and weapons
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 in the event that it can be mastered and controlled.
Description: The symbiant is a base class with full base attack
and combat capability (reference unchained monk). It draws on Witcher
the concept of the symbiant growing stronger as its host becomes This collection of short stories and novels was initially released
more familiar with it. in the mid-1980’s by Andrzej Sapkowski. In it, a powerful
mercenary blends magic, combat, and science to devastating
Character Options effect. There are many different ways to enjoy the series, each
Symbiant Convergence of which offers a little more backstory while holding to central
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 themes and character abilities.
Description: The symbiant is a major convergence that grants
greater power to the symbiant ancestry and class through special
Archetypes & Class Options
attacks and defenses that are learned as the convergence gains Wolf Heart (Ranger Archetype)
strength. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The wolf heart trades out traditional favored
enemies and spellcasting for mutagens, elixirs, and special sigils
that can change how the ranger approaches combat. Various
discoveries allow the wolf heart to customize and strengthen one
aspect of his character over another.
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Equipment & Items Catfolk, World Soul
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Blood of Elves Description: In WoW, catfolk are known collectively as saberon.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 They are a powerful, tribal heritage represented across different
Description: Blood of elves is an alchemical power component worlds. They make great druids, rangers, and shifters, and decent
can be consumed to gain +1 caster level to alchemist extracts and clerics and hunters.
infusions.
Dragonkin, World Soul
Wolverine Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
This character was originally created in 1974 by Marvel Comics. Description: In WoW, dragonkin are typically created by
He is a mutant with several powers and a skeleton infused with dragons to serve as infantry and guardians of their clutches.
alien metal. They can be tauric or bipedal, and their dragonspawn feats allow
them to take on aspects of their chosen flight. They are often
Equipment & Items barbarians or sorcerers, but they can be clerics, paladins, and
Adamantine Skeleton other strong, charismatic classes.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Eláfi Minotaurs
Description: This eldritch organ grants its subject heightened Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
durability and damage resistance, as well as the ability to resist Description: In WoW, all races have a number of different
fall damage. options representing them, and minotaurs are no exception.
The eláfi are minotaurs with elk horns. They are natural hunters
World of Darkness blessed by a demigod.
This MMORPG was released in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment.
Exiled Tieflings
In it, you play a variety of races who continually war between
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
factions but ultimately come together to stop larger threats to
Description: On Volwryn, tieflings are traditionally a good
their world. Characters of many different classes offer their own
ancestry whose ties to outsiders are based on a bargain made
playstyle, even between specializations, and the armor system
many centuries ago. Those who did not share in these bargains
allows for growth beyond the trappings of character level.
went into hiding until eventually they were forced to take the
Classes fight back home.
Vampire of the Covenant Fiend-Touched Orcs
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The vampire of the covenant is a base class with a Description: The races of Volwryn are no strangers to travel
d12 Hit Die and full base attack. As the character gains experience, between worlds. Many of the orcs from that realm came there
they become a more powerful vampire, gaining access to special from another reality to conquer it in the name of the same
gifts and furthering their lineage. demons who tried to control the exiled tieflings. Most of these
orcs have since broken their curse, but the scars remain.
Archetypes & Class Options
Forest Trollkin
Covenant Stalker (Vampire of the Covenant Archetype) Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection Description: Forest trollkin are masterful shamans and priests
Description: Vampires of the covenant who become covenant who have allied themselves with the other mongrel races of
stalkers have a d8 Hit Die and base attack equal to 3/4 of their the world. Their leaders often make deals with the demigods of
level. In exchange, they gain the ability to manipulate and Volwryn in exchange for the power their people see as a blessing
traverse shadows. and sign of leadership.
High Elves
World of Warcraft Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
This MMORPG was released in 2004 by Blizzard Entertainment.
Description: Over the ages, high elven numbers have dwindled
In it, you play a variety of races who continually war between
to a point where the remaining few have taken sides to avoid
factions but ultimately come together to stop larger threats to
extinction. Ever proud, they claim to be one of the original elven
their world. Characters of many different classes offer their own
races, whether or not that is the case.
playstyle, even between specializations, and the armor system
allows for growth beyond the trappings of character level. Ironfire Dwarves
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Ancestries Description: Born with an inherent flame that darkens their
Ar’kesh skin and glows like a hot coal, these dwarves can ignite that
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection spark to burn their enemies down in the name of their elemental
Description: The ar’kesh are an ethereal ancestry, living energy masters.
wrapped in bandages they can control both in and out of combat. Káfsi Minotaurs
Bronzemane Dwarves Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign Description: Like the ironfire dwarves, the káfsi minotaurs
Description: Bronzemane dwarves are consumate craftspeople, wreathe themselves in fire and worship an ascended minotaur
whose firearms have helped turn the tide on more than one of demigod who did the same.
the large-scale battles that are a frequent occurence on Volwryn. 33
Moon Elves Tech Gnomes
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Moon elves worship who they believe is the one Description: The tech gnomes are master tinkers whose
true goddess of Volwryn. Their priests are expert hunters and powerful equipment rivals that of the dwarves and goblins
trackers, and their druids have a relationship with nature beyond of their world. Unfortunately, their haphazard handling of
compare. this technology has caused more than a few of them to suffer
Moon-Cursed Skinwalkers poisoning of the mind and body.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Ursaren, World Soul
Description: Skinwalkers who can change between human and Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
hybrid wolf thanks to a self-inflicted curse. They have learned to Description: With alternate racial traits like gourmand and roll,
control their transformation with the help of the moon elves, the ursaren of Volwryn are lovers of food and alcohol alike. They
but even their concentration goes out the window when battle make exceptional fighters, monks, and shamans.
ensues. Vónasos Minotaurs
Odoben Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Source: Name’s Games 2021 Collection Description: In the frozen lands of their homeworld, the
Description: Odoben are walrusfolk who enjoy cooking and a minotaurs are less bull-headed. In fact, they are actually buffalo
good tale shared over a campfire. They are a stout ancestry, and people, whose shaggy fur protects them from inclement weather.
their tusks can be used as great weapons. They are also more nomadic than other minotaurs, even traveling
Ogres, World Soul between continents to aid in the war effort.
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign Wildhill Dwarves
Description: In WoW, ogres are a powerful, magic-using Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
society represented across different worlds. They once held their Description: Consumate naturalists, the wildhill dwarves
own empire, but have since devolved into xenophobic clans who practice shamanism and raise griffons as lifelong companions.
discovered and abuse shamanism. Depending on the alternate While they maintain less of a presence in the larger world, they
racial abilities, they can be a wide variety of classes. are still a formidable group when encountered in combat.
Red-Blood Orcs Classes
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Priest of Volwryn
Description: These orcs are a mix of those from the original Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
campaign who grew ill and missed out on the gift of the demons Description: The priest of Volwryn is a hybrid class with poor
and those from an alternate timeline who have since journeyed base attack and full spellcasting (reference cleric and gunslinger).
to present Volwryn to aid in the war effort against the other races. The class finds balance between light and shadow, providing
Shadow Elves shields to its allies while building up power and creating miracles
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 strong enough to smite their enemies.
Description: Sun elves who shunned the light in exchange for Volwryn Mage
psychic power have been tainted—as so many races on Volwryn Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 3
are—to signify their defiance. With skin in varying shades of blue, Description: Volwryn mages are spellcasters who can specialize
they stalk the mind as easily as the body. in different types of magic that they can switch between with
Soulrent Reborn enough time allowed.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Volwryn Marksman
Description: Soulrent reborn are undead who regained their Source: Name’s Games 2019 Collection
freedom from their creators and have since found each other and Description: Volwryn marksmen are gifted hunters with a
formed their own society. Unfortunately, because of their status ranged weapon and traps they can use to great effect.
as undead, they are only grudgingly accepted as allies. Volwryn Warlock
Star Elves Source: Name’s Games 2020 Collection
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: Volwryn warlocks are a full spellcaster who can
Description: When the demons first attacked Volwryn, one summon a specialized demon to aid them in battle.
of the largest elven cities known at the time locked itself away Archetypes & Class Options
from the rest of the world. Over thousands of years in exile has Blood Knight (Veritus Champion Archetype)
allowed the society to evolve into star elves who have relied on Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
arcane magic to the point that they now lose their minds if they Description: The blood knight grants the champion defensive
go too long without it. abilities through control of his blood and access to special abilities
Sun Elves reminiscent of the death knights on Volwryn. Members of this
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 archetype can take time outside of combat to swing their focus
Description: After the fall of the elven kingdom, many of those between blood, frost, and plague magic.
elves who still practiced arcane magic went into exile across the Chaos Hunter (Elf Slayer Archetype)
seas. In their new home, they continued to drain arcane power Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
from a special font of power until it was corrupted by the undead. Description: The chaos hunter grants special training with
That terrible event led to the sun elves joining the fight against double weapons and demonic powers that are gained in place of
34 the other races of Volwryn. other slayer features.
Frost Knight (Veritus Champion Archetype) Original and Miscellaneous Content
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
The volumes of The Book of Many Things are at no loss for
Description: The frost knight grants the champion frost magic
original requests and content created by other contributors.
and the power to deal cold damage in different ways reminiscent
of the death knights on Volwryn. Members of this archetype can Ancestries
take time outside of combat to swing their focus between blood, Atlanteans
frost, and plague magic. Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Fury Warrior (Barbarian Archetype) Description: Atlanteans are an ancestry created by Mike
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Myler and further developed by Kevin Glusing. They are an
Description: The fury warrior allows a character to wield aquatic, psionic ancestry who used a combination of advanced
oversized weapons and turns their fury into bodies strewn about technology and magic to send their collection of islands hurdling
before them. through the realities of the multiverse. Driven to understand the
Holy Priest (Priest of Volwryn Archetype) logic behind their seemingly sporadic movement, the Atlanteans
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 has started collecting other creatures from different worlds and
Description: The holy priest allows the priest to focus more on incorporating them into their society.
the light and healing aspects of his ability, potentially keeping him Dryants
and his allies alive against all odds. Members of this archetype Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
can take time outside of combat to swing their focus between Description: Atlanteans are an ancestry created by Aaron
shadow and light. Hollingsworth and further developed by Kevin Glusing. They are
Plague Knight (Veritus Champion Archetype) a combination of dryads and treants, making them versatile and
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 spritely in their abilities and actions.
Description: The plague knight grants the champion an undead Manussos
companion and the ability to control plague magic reminiscent Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
of the death knights on Volwryn. Members of this archetype can Description: Atlanteans are an ancestry created by Mike Myler
take time outside of combat to swing their focus between blood, and further developed by Kevin Glusing. They are a half-construct
frost, and plague magic. ancestry psionically tied to the souls of creatures who are drawn
Ranger of the Dark Path (Ranger Archetype) into them upon death. Used as laborers by the Atlanteans, they
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 sometimes develop free will enough to become adventurers in
Description: The ranger of the dark path grants control over their own right.
undead, death and shadow-related spells and a special blight Minotaurs
arrow. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Shadow Priest (Priest of Volwryn Archetype) Description: Minotaurs have long been an ancestry mired in
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 different worlds and backstories. From dangerous beasts trapped
Description: The shadow priest allows the priest to focus more in mazes to expert sailors in a world where time flows differently,
on the shadowy aspects of his ability, potentially driving him and the minotaurs’ strength and resolve is one of their few constants.
his enemies mad for the sake of greater power. Members of this Classes
archetype can take time outside of combat to swing their focus
between shadow and light. Aeon
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Shaman of Volwryn (Shaman Archetype)
Description: The aeon is a base class with full base attack and
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
moderate spellcasting (reference bard) created by Scott Gladstein
Description: The shaman of Volwryn grants the shaman a bond
and developed by Kevin Glusing. The primary feature of the class
with an elemental spirit that he can extend to his weapons. A
is the ability to call upon an emotion-based construct that helps
new selection of hexes helps the class to feel more closely tied
the aeon in combat.
to its world.
Astrologer
Equipment & Items Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Elven Crescent Blade Description: The astrologer is a base class with poor base
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 attack and full spellcasting (reference wizard). They draw spells
Description: This exotic, one-handed weapon can be wielded from a shifting trio of constellations. As an astrologer’s powers
with finesse or thrown at an enemy by those properly trained in in one area of magic wane, another constellation waxes, granting
its use. them a new set of talents or allowing them to focus on another
trio with some control.
Source: Lands of Theia
Crux
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Description: The crux is a veilweaving class with moderate
base attack and combat capability (reference rogue) created by
Christen N. Sowards and developed by Kevin Glusing. The class
balances opposing elements and veils, switching between 35
them each round to maintain damage and advantage against
enemies.
Dreamwalker Truenamer
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Description: The dreamwalker is a base class with moderate Description: The truenamer is a base class with poor base
base attack and a mix of utility and combat capability (reference attack and an alternate path to spellcasting (reference wizard).
monk) created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin The class draws inspiration and ideas from the Dungeons &
Glusing. The class uses its dreamscape to learn and change Dragons truenamer and presents them for the Pathfinder
abilities when it rests. This grants it versatility to operate during Roleplaying Game.
downtime, exploration, and combat, depending on its currently
Archetypes & Class Options
available options.
Gamer Ageless Hero (Generational Hero Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Description: The gamer is an alternate class with full base attack Description: The ageless hero builds on the idea of the
and a mix of social and combat capability (reference barbarian). generational hero being one entity who sleeps for long periods
Their primary ability allows them to immerse themselves in of time before waking back up to face the new challenges the
roleplay and better interact with the world around them. world has to offer.
Invoker Ancestral Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The invoker is a base class with moderate base Description: Ancestral necromancy is a necromantic study
attack and moderate spellcasting (reference magus). The class created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
draws inspiration and ideas from the Dungeons & Dragons for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers access to
warlock and presents them for the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. death speech and divination abilities.
Metaphysician Bone Reader Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The metaphysician is a hybrid class with poor base Description: Bone reader necromancy is a necromantic study
attack and full spellcasting (reference psychic and wizard) created created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. The for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers access to
class uses its specialized discipline, known as a transcendental oracle revelations and additional skill ranks through bone reading.
praxis, to focus on different aspects of combat and spellcasting. Broom Knight (Cavalier Archetype)
Nature Warden Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Description: The broom knight is created by Aaron
Description: The nature warden is a hybrid class with full base Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. It grants the
attack and combat capability (reference druid and fighter). The ability to ride a broom into combat and perform witch hexes
class draws inspiration and ideas from the Dungeons & Dragons as part of its oath. In exchange, the broom knight doesn’t wear
warden and presents them for the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. heavy armor and lacks a typical mount.
Necromancer Buccaneer (Swashbuckler Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1 Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The necromancer is a base class with moderate Description: The buccaneer gains bardic music at the cost of
base attack and full spellcasting (reference cleric). The class less panache and some of his bonus feats.
examines different ways to practice necromancy in greater Cannibalist (Rogue Archetype)
detail than either clerics or wizards. Through their necromantic Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
practices, they can raise the dead, create a powerful companion, Description: The cannibalist is created by Aaron Hollingsworth
or become undead themselves. and developed by Kevin Glusing for the unchained rogue class.
Philosopher It grants the rogue the ability to eat other creatures and distend
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 its stomach to store them in exchange for finesse and fewer skill
Description: The philosopher is a hybrid class with poor base ranks per level.
attack and full spellcasting (reference cleric and wizard) created Carrion Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. Through Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
his divine genius and expert refutations, the philosopher can talk Description: Carrion necromancy is a necromantic study
circles around most, and his spellcasting options, while limited, created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
can be quite useful as well. for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers the ability to
Revoker transform into carrion creatures and cast spells related to them.
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Death Mask Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
Description: The gamer is an alternate class with full base attack Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
and a mix of combat and tactical capability (reference paladin) Description: Death mask necromancy is a necromantic study
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
The class focuses on taking down spellcasters by smiting them for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers vigilante
and drawing away their magic using different modus operandi. qualities and talents, as well as spells that help hide their true
nature.
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Djinni Collective (Invoker Option) Invoker of a Nascent Patron (Invoker Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: Volume 2: Shatered Worlds
Description: The djinni collective is an otherworldly patron Description: The invoker of a nascent patron allows the invoker
option created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin to draw her power from a recently born, powerful creature. As
Glusing for the invoker class. With this patron, invokers gain air- their bond grows, so does the invoker’s power.
based spells and abilities. Life Cycle Guardian (Druid Archetype)
Draconian Revoker (Revoker Archetype) Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: The life cycle guardian is a druid archetype
Description: The draconian revoker is created by Aaron created by Margherita Tramontano and developed by Kevin
Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing for the revoker Glusing. It focuses the druid on the greater cosmic life cycle,
class. It adds the sorcerer’s draconic bloodline to the revoker in granting channel energy, balancing the powers of good and evil,
place of modus operandi. and eventually overcoming death through reincarnation.
Elemental Guardian (Nature Warden Option) Life Cycle Protector (Pythia Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Description: The elemental guardian is a guardian might option Description: The life cycle protector is a pythia archetype
for the nature warden class. With this guardian might, wardens created by Margherita Tramontano and developed by Kevin
gain elemental-based defenses and abilities. Glusing. It focuses the pythia on the greater cosmic life cycle,
Epistemologer (Philosopher Archetype) granting channel energy, balancing the powers of good and evil,
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 and eventually overcoming death through reincarnation.
Description: The epistemologer is created by Aaron Metabonded (Metaphysician Archetype)
Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing for the philosopher Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
class. It changes his hit dice and grants practical knowledge with Description: The metabonded is created by Aaron Hollingsworth
weapons at the cost of his epiphanies. and developed by Kevin Glusing for the metaphyscian class. It
Exsanguination (Veritus Champion Option) takes away some of the spells per day the class gains in exchange
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 for a familiar that shares a greater psychic bond with its master
Description: Exsanguination is a blood debt alternative created than most.
by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing for the Metaphrenic (Metaphysician Archetype)
veritus champion class. This form of blood debt lets the champion Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
focus on draining the blood of other creatures more efficiently. Description: The metaphrenic is created by Aaron Hollingsworth
Fiend Trainer (Summoner Archetype) and developed by Kevin Glusing for the metaphyscian class. It
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 takes away some of the spells per day the class gains in exchange
Description: The fiend trainer gives up her eidolon and accepts for a phrenic pool and a choice of amplifications that can be
a lower hit dice and base attack to be able to summon evolved applied to any metaphysician spells.
monsters, one of which she can designate as a prime monster. Mutagenic Research (Generational Hero Option)
Fiendish Necromancy (Necromancer Option) Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 Description: Mutagenic research is a heroism option for the
Description: Fiendish necromancy is a necromantic study generational hero class that grants the mutagen alchemist class
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing feature.
for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers access to Protean Melodic Cacophony (Invoker Option)
demonic undead and spells. Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Free Pack (Invoker Option) Description: The protean melodic cacophony is an otherworldly
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2 patron option created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by
Description: The free pack is an otherworldly patron option Kevin Glusing for the invoker class. With this patron, invokers gain
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing chaos-based spells and abilities.
for the invoker class. With this patron, invokers gain fey and Reaper Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
animal-based spells and abilities. Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Great Wyrm Invoker (Invoker Archetype) Description: Reaper necromancy is a necromantic study
Source: Volume 2: Shatered Worlds created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
Description: The great wyrm invoker is created by Aaron for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers combat
Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing. These invokers prowess wielding the weapons of death (typically scythes) and
gain their patronage from a flight of dragons. They learn draconic spells related to the safe transport of the dead to the afterlife.
spells and even have a breath weapon they can eventually use. Stygian Gatekeeper (Nexus Archetype)
Hungering Invoker (Invoker Archetype) Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign
Source: The Book of Many Things 2018 Campaign Description: The stygian gatekeeper is inspired by Christen N.
Description: The hungering invoker is inspired by Mike Myler’s Soward’s work on veilweaving classes. Members of this archetype
patron of meat. It replaces the invoker’s patron with unending gain an undead companion and dominion over the crossing of
hunger through which the class can draw strength and power in the realm of death into the material plane.
the form of different, deadly spells.
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Son of Pan (Nature Warden Archetype)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The son of pan grants a special version of bardic
performance in place of guardian might and other abilities.
Spirit Guardian (Nature Warden Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The spirit guardian is a guardian might option for
the nature warden class. With this guardian might, wardens gain
healing and protection-based defenses and abilities.
Storm Guardian (Nature Warden Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: The storm guardian is a guardian might option for
the nature warden class. With this guardian might, wardens gain
storm-based defenses and abilities.
Trade Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Trade necromancy is a necromantic study created
by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing for the
necromancer class. It grants necromancers access to special
skeletons who help him to craft and use other skills related to
unseen servants.
Vascularity (Veritus Champion Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Vascularity is a blood debt alternative created
by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing for the
veritus champion class. This form of blood debt lets the champion
focus on drawing on his own blood to become more self sufficient
and access his power more reliably.
Voodoo Necromancy (Necromancer Option)
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Voodoo necromancy is a necromantic study
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing
for the necromancer class. It grants necromancers access to
rogue sneak attack and talents.
Character Options
Physical Skills
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 1
Description: Aerobics, Cardio, Endurance, Flexibility, Power,
and Weightlifting are skills that can be trained beyond simple
Strength, Dexterity, and Constitution checks. They include rules
for checks and skill unlocks for the Signature Skill feat or classes
who gain them (such as the unchained rogue).
Equipment & Items
Bastard Weapons
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Bastard weapons are an expansion on the idea of
bastard swords created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed
by Kevin Glusing. They allow their wielder to use the weapon in
two hands or, with exotic proficiency, one hand.
Eldritch Organs
Source: The Book of Many Things Volume 2
Description: Eldritch organs are an alternate take on cybertech
created by Aaron Hollingsworth and developed by Kevin Glusing.
They expand on the idea with three sources each and different
ways to obtain them.
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