Level

Most characters start at 1st level and advance by adventuring and gaining experience points (XP). A good way to picture a character at this level is to see them as a newcomer to some of the more difficult challenges you’ll face.  

Record your level on the character sheet as 1st level and indicate that your starting experience is zero. 

Depending on the campaign your Narrator is making for the group, your game’s stakes may be high enough that your character starts at a higher level. In those cases think about what dangerous and fascinating events may have brought you to that point as you begin creating your character. 

A higher level character would typically begin with the minimum experience points necessary for that level. In the case of higher level characters, be sure to note the additional features and traits that come with each class level past the 1st.