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Solo Character Start

1. Character 2. World 3. Exploration 4. Session Loop

This takes about 5 minutes. You only need enough character detail to start your first risky scene.

B/X Fast Start

  1. Roll abilities: 3d6 in order (STR, INT, WIS, DEX, CON, CHA).
  2. Pick class: Fighter, Thief, Cleric, or Magic-User.
  3. Roll hit points and note armor class.
  4. Buy gear from your rules, or pick one starter pack below.
  5. Name your character and write one short goal.

Starter Packs (Optional Shortcut)

  • Fighter Pack

    Chain or leather armor, shield, main weapon, torch, rations.

    Reliable if you expect immediate danger.

  • Thief Pack

    Light armor, short blade, rope, thieves' tools, lantern, rations.

    Best for scouting, traps, and stealthy entry.

  • Cleric Pack

    Armor, blunt weapon, holy symbol, bandages, torch, rations.

    Good balance of defense and party support.

  • Magic-User Pack

    Dagger or staff, spellbook, components, torch, light armor if allowed.

    Fragile early, powerful if protected.

Good Enough To Start

If you have ability scores, class, hit points, armor class, gear, and a name, you are ready.

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