August 17, 2007

Roles

Posted in Uncategorized by Epic Level Grognard

The three roles in Take2o are meant to capture certain heroic archetypes commonly found in mythology and fiction. Consider these archetypal characters when creating your own heroes and choosing appropriate roles for them.

The Adept

Examples of archetypal adepts include Merlin the Magician, the sorceresses Medea and Morgan LeFay, prophetic priests and miracleworkers, science-fiction psychics, and other wielders of supernatural power.

The Expert

Examples of archetypal experts include the inventor Daedalus, the Greek heroes Jason and Theseus, the cunning Robin Hood, Japanese ninja, fantasy thieves, and similar characters.

The Warrior

Examples of archetypal warriors include Hercules, King Arthur and his knights, the Three Musketeers, Japanese samurai, and virtually all soldiers and professional fighters.

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