Character Generation
I was working on my Source book for elves I and I was contemplating the fact that I am not quite in agreement with the Character generation rules. What is basically boils down to it the facts. Dwarves and Elves take longer to reach maturity. Ie the threshold when they become deemed mature by their respective cultures. The same could be said for the Dunedain and hobbits (33 is adulthood)
I think this should be reflected in the generation, While I acknowledge the racial bonuses contained in the Racial abilities... would you agree the skill pick for background should shift as well ? I have plumed the depths of the Christohper Tolkiens History of Middle earth and the Martinez Essays.
My intial opinion is thus:
Elves are mature at 100 according to the Tolkeins... Thus a background package should reflect this time period of training and learning ( Tolkien mentions that while you they had a very vigorous mature mind) I propose a 10 pick shift ....
Dwarves and Hobbits according to to the LOTR RPG mature at 30 & 33 Respectively... I propose a 7 pick shift for background.
The Lesser Dunedain mature at 25 I think a 7 pick Background shift as well .... why 7 because so much is expected of the Dunedain and so much training and lore is passed on to continue the blood lines and culture.
I understand this can be seen as unbalancing the game and maybe a shift in people playing middle and lesser men. I think the perceived inequity can be rectified by racial experience penalties for advancement. Elves 200% of the standard, Dwaves, Hobbits and Dunedain 120% of the points needed.
Please I encourage you to debate this with me and I want your opinions.
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