Leveling Up

Character advancement in The Skeld follows a pursuit-based system where you choose what to improve each level.

Experience Points

XP Required: 10 × target level (not cumulative)

• Level 1: 10 XP total
• Level 2: 20 XP (30 total)
• Level 3: 30 XP (60 total)
• Level 4: 40 XP (100 total)

Earning Experience

• Combat: 1 XP per Average Party Level
• Major Quests: 5-15 XP depending on difficulty
• Discoveries: 2-5 XP for significant finds
• Roleplay: 1-3 XP for excellent character moments

Level Benefits

Each level grants:

• Hit Points: +1 minimum (more with high Constitution)
• Reputation: +1 (equals new level)
• Pursuit: Choose one advancement option

Pursuit Options

Hit Dice (Odd Levels Only)

Gain +1 hit die starting at level 3. Re-roll entire pool when gaining new die - use higher result or add 1.

Feat Training

Advance one rank in a feat. Higher ranks require trainers.

Skill Training

Advance one rank in a skill. Specialized skills and higher ranks require trainers.

Ability Score Improvement

+1 to any ability score (maximum 20). Available every 4th level.

Training Requirements

Most pursuits require training time:

• Hit Dice: No trainer required
• Feats (Rank 1-2): Self-training possible
• Feats (Rank 3+): Trainer required
• Skills (General): Trainer required for rank 3+
• Skills (Specialized): Trainer required for all ranks

Training Time

Training takes 1 week per rank achieved:

• Rank 1: 1 week
• Rank 2: 2 weeks
• Rank 3: 3 weeks
• Rank 4: 4 weeks