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Coriolis - Character Creation Reference

This document provides background information for creating a fictional character. It includes sections on reputation, key attributes, appearance, talents, personal problems, relationships, and starting equipment. The character's concept skills depend on their chosen role of artist, analyst, or correspondent. Their appearance, talents, problems and relationships can be chosen from options provided or made up. The document also lists potential names and background details for random character generation.

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Coriolis - Character Creation Reference

This document provides background information for creating a fictional character. It includes sections on reputation, key attributes, appearance, talents, personal problems, relationships, and starting equipment. The character's concept skills depend on their chosen role of artist, analyst, or correspondent. Their appearance, talents, problems and relationships can be chosen from options provided or made up. The document also lists potential names and background details for random character generation.

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REPUTATION: +1

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KEY ATTRIBUTE: Empathy

Artist
Concept Skills:

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COURTESAN: Manipulation, Culture, Dexterity, Observation
MUSICIAN: Manipulation, Culture, Infiltration, Observation
POET: Manipulation, Culture, Dexterity, Infiltration

Appearance*
Face: Flawless makeup, bedroom eyes, black curls, animate tattoo
Clothing: Silk burra, shining dress, embroidered djellaba, swirling skirts

Talents (Pick one)


Beautiful (BIO) Defensive Seductive

Personal Problem*
• You get very jealous when others succeed. It should be your turn now.
• You are insanely stubborn and never give up despite negative
consequences.
• A faction you have somehow angered is out to get you.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… is annoying. He/she just rubs you the wrong way.
… appreciates your art and is deserving of your time.
… is your true love. But does he/she feel the same?
… is hiding something. You want to know what.

Gear (Pick one from each row)


1. Hand Fan Tabula
2. Opor Environment Scanner
3. Exquisite Clothing Musical Instrument
4. Beautiful (BIO) Rare Collection of Poems
5. The Memoris of Mazelman Standing reservation at
Names: Alkamaars
Abdalar, Icon (Roll D66)
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged
Amirah, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Havima, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Iosop, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Reputation 2 4 6 Masruq, 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Start 500 1,000 5,000 Sani 35-42 The Deckhand
Capital birr birr birr

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: ±0
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Wits

Data Spider
Concept Skills:
ANALYST: Data Djinn, Culture, Manipulation, Science
CORRESPONDENT: Culture, Manipulation, Infiltration, Observation
DATA DJINN: Data Djinn, Manipulation, Observation, Science

Appearance*
Face: Flawless makeup, curious eyes, smirking face, wrinkled forehead
Clothing: Embroidered vest, dark corporate caftan, worn gallabeya, skullcap

Talents (Pick one)


Faction Standing Judge of Character Third Eye

Personal Problem*
• You are a compulsive thrill seeker. If you see the chance to do
something foolhardy, nothing can stop you.
• You have sworn an oath never to rest until you have apprehend-
ed the nemesis of your friend or your family.
• Someone knows who you are and who you work for. Unless you
pay up, the news will be spread.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… has a keen eye for what’s important. Watch and learn.
… has the occasional bright idea, but is mostly just a waste of space.
… doesn’t even see you. One day that will change.
… is your role model. You want to be more like him/her.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Communicator (IV) Personal Holograph
2. Proximity sensor Computer
3. Vulcan Cricket Stun Gun

Names: 4.
5.
Tabula
Opor
Transactor with 1,000 birr
Arrash
Asour,
Barika, Icon (Roll D66)
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Fatma, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Naim,
23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Reputation 2 4 6 Omran, 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Start 500 1,000 5,000 Yaqub 35-42 The Deckhand
Capital birr birr birr

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: -2
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Empathy

Fugitive
Concept Skills:
CRIMINAL: Force, Melee Combat, Dexterity, Infiltration
MYSTIC: Manipulation, Mystic Powers, Dexterity, Infiltration
REVOLUTIONARY: Ranged Combat, Dexterity, Observation, Survival

Appearance*
Face: Blank stare, facial tattoos, lip ring, shaved head
Clothing: Brown coat, jacket with many pockets, blue patterned
gallabeya, turban

Talents (Pick one)


Intimidating Mystical Power Nine Lives

Personal Problem*
• A group of zealous Icon believers are on your tail. They know
about your powers.
• You suffer from terrible agoraphobia that could set in at any moment.
• You have betrayed a friend who has sworn to get back at you.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… wishes you harm. Keep your distance.
… knows your secret. But maybe he/she could understand you.
… is principled. A shame it’s the wrong principles, though.
… is someone you respect. You hope he/she feels the same way
about you.

Gear (Pick one from each row)


1. Anonymous Clothing Tag with 500 birr
2. Communicator (II) Protective Clothing
3. Vulcan Carbine Dura sword

Names: 4. Thermostatic Suit Exo Shell


5. Transactor with Fake Identity Mask
Abbud,
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged Ghazi, Icon (Roll D66)
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Inas, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Jibril, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Reputation 2 4 6
Yarah, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Zinah
Start 500 1,000 5,000
Capital birr birr birr
35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: +1
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Empathy

Negotiator
Concept Skills:
AGITATOR: Data Djinn, Force, Manipulation, Culture
DIPLOMAT: Command, Culture, Manipulation, Melee Combat
PEDDLER: Culture, Manipulation, Observation, Pilot

Appearance*
Face: Red face, grave looking, stubble, too much makeup
Clothing: Red djellaba with gold embroidery, dress uniform, black
caftan, head wrap with a gem

Talents (Pick one)


Faction Standing Language Modulator (CYB) Lie Detector (CYB)

Personal Problem*
• You have a protégé that you need to take care of. It could be a
relative or a friend you owe a debt of gratitude.
• You owe money to the Syndicate. They want it back. Now.
• You are greedy, and you just have to scam people if you get the
chance, even your friends.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… is easy to like. And easy to manipulate.
… is very blunt. You don’t understand each other.
… embarrassed you in front of everybody. You won’t forget that.
… is good with words. You respect that.

Gear (Pick one from each row)


1. Tabula Language Modulator (CYB)
2. Com Link V Voice Amplifier
3. Exquisite Clothing Kambra (D6 doses)

Names: 4. Lie Detector (CYB) Language Unit


5. Vulcan Cricket Mercurium Dagger
Esam,
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged Izzaldin, Icon (Roll D66)
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Minnah, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler

Skill Pts 8 10 12 Nada, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger

Reputation 2 4 6 Radwa, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge


31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Start
Capital
500
birr
1,000
birr
5,000
birr
Ubaid
35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: ±0
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Agility

Operative
Concept Skills:
ASSASSIN: Infiltration, Dexterity, Melee Combat, Ranged Combat
GUARD: Force, Melee Combat, Ranged Combat, Observation
SPY: Data Djinn, Manipulation, Infiltration, Ranged Combat

Appearance*
Face: Scarred face, blank stare, cold eyes, crew cut
Clothing: Practical uniform, black gallabeya, long leather coat, utility vest

Talents (Pick one)


Executioner Intimidating Licensed

Personal Problem*
• You are paranoid and rarely trust anybody.
• You are being hunted by a powerful group/person, who wants
both you and your loved ones dead.
• You have a dark secret that could turn everyone against you.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… can be trusted no matter what.
… is skillful, but naïve.
… is clumsy. Don’t let him/her near your stuff!
… has a hidden agenda. You are going to find out what it is.

Gear (Pick one from each row)


1. Vulcan Cricket Advanced Melee Weapon
2. Proximity Sensor Computer
3. Modulation Mask Mechanical Lockpick
4. Recon Drone An Assortment of Fake
Identities
Names: 5. Security Tablet Poison (5 doses)
Abidah,
Icon (Roll D66)
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged Kef, Sha-
11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13
kir, Salah, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Skill Pts 8 10 12
Sorbul, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Reputation 2 4 6
Start 500 1,000 5,000
Waga 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Capital birr birr birr 35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: ±0
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Agility

Pilot
Concept Skills:
DRIVER: Force, Pilot, Ranged Combat, Survival
FIGHTER PILOT: Data Djinn, Pilot, Ranged Combat, Technology
FREIGHTER PILOT: Data Djinn, Force, Pilot, Technology

Appearance*
Face: Proud eyes, chiseled features, steely grey eyes, unshaven
Clothing: Pilot’s uniform, leather jacket, overalls and safety harness,
dark green caftan

Talents (Pick one)


Zero-G Training Exo Specialist Targeting Scope (CYB)

Personal Problem*
• You are reckless and take stupid risks with yourself and your
ship, even when it isn’t necessary.
• You hate humanites/ he Privileged/nekatra/the Zenithian Hegemony/some-
thing else, and will do anything to provoke one of them if they get close.
• You scare easily and never challenge yourself. Better safe than sorry.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… thinks that you are a rickshaw driver. This annoys you.
… can take a Zero-G roll without throwing up. Impressive.
… is a good friend, someone to trust.
… thinks he/she is the captain of this boat. You know that this is
far from true.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Tools (Ordinary) Talisman (Pilot +1)
2. Exo Shell Hand Jet
3. Targeting Scope (CYB) Communicator (IV)
Names: 4. Accelerator Pistol Stun Weapon
Dhakir, 5. Flight Suit Exquisite Clothing
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged Dunyana, Icon (Roll D66)
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Ghazalah, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Hanbal, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Reputation 2 4 6
Ithar, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Start
Capital
500
birr
1,000
birr
5,000
birr Nadir 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: +1
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Empathy

Preacher
Concept Skills:
ASCETIC: Force, Culture, Dexterity, Science
MISSIONARY: Culture, Manipulation, Dexterity, Survival
PROPHET: Force, Culture, Manipulation, Observation

Appearance*
Face: Mad eyes, fiery speech, frowning, unruly hair
Clothing: Loincloth, black preacher’s gowns, golden headwrap, torn
gallabeya

Talents (Pick one)


Blessing Faction Standing Talisman Maker

Personal Problem*
• You only see the worst in people, and you can’t trust or accept
help from anyone.
• You are indecisive and hesitant to act. You obsess over choices
and get nothing done.
• You have seen the power of the Darkness, and throw a fanatical
fit if signs of Darkness appear near you.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… doesn’t understand your visions. A lost soul.
… could be steered onto the right path. You mustn’t give up.
… is probably an unbeliever. Stay clear.
… thinks before he/she speaks. Someone you can really talk to.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Blessed scripture Thurible
2. Talisman Cásula (Preacher’s Robes)
3. Reliquary Written Prophecy
Names: 4. 10 blessed M-Doses 10 Herbal Remedies
Abdelkadir, 5. Tabula Writing Paraphernalia

Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged


Heera, Icon (Roll D66)
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Ibnassar, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler

Skill Pts 8 10 12 Jawna, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger

Reputation 2 4 6 Lunah, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge


Start 500 1,000 5,000 Salam 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Capital birr birr birr 35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: +1
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Wits

Scientist
Concept Skills:
ARCHAEOLOGIST: Culture, Observation, Science, Survival
MEDICURG: Medicurgy, Manipulation, Observation, Science
TECHNICIAN: Force, Technology, Observation, Science

Appearance*
Face: Curious eyes, smooth forehead, dirty face, hair bund
Clothing: Overalls, lab coat, white djellaba, cargo shorts and boots

Talents (Pick one)


Field Medicurg Gearhead Wealthy Family

Personal Problem*
• You just can’t stay off the kohôl. It makes you impulsive and erratic.
• Bounty hunters are after you, but for something you didn’t do.
• A competitor has slandered your good name. One day you shall
have vengeance.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… is almost as smart as you. Impressive.
… has no clue. How can someone poss bly be so dumb?
… makes you insecure. You don’t know how to interact with him/her.
… is so beautiful. But he/she would probably never look your way twice.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Communicator (III) Proximity Sensor
2. Portable Lab Computer
3. Exo Shell Database
4. Pressure Tent Medkit
5. Tools (Advanced) Compass
Names:
Abdelassa, Icon (Roll D66)
11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged
Cantara,
15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Dalal,
23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Omran,
31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Reputation 2 4 6 Qasim, 35-42 The Deckhand
Start 500 1,000 5,000 Wana
Capital birr birr birr

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: -1
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Strength

Ship Worker
Concept Skills:
DECKHAND: Force, Manipulation, Dexterity, Culture
DOCK WORKER: Force, Melee Combat, Dexterity, Technology
ENGINEER: Data Djinn, Force, Observation, Technology

Appearance*
Face: Tired eyes, sweaty face, lank hair, pursed lips
Clothing: Tattooed arms, tank top with a symbol, wide brim cap,
leather jacket

Talents (Pick one)


Exo Specialist Tough Zero-G Training

Personal Problem*
• You have a short fuse and are prone to fits of rage. This often
gets you in trouble.
• You have a cold heart and would never help someone in need
unless you would really benefit from it.
• You have seen the Dark between the Stars, and now, space
terrifies you. Sometimes you are able to conquer your fear.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… treats you like a skavara.
… plots to hurt your best friend. You must find out how.
… is your closest friend. You can ta k about anything with each other.
… is someone you would follow into death, if needed.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Tools (Ordinary) Vacuum Sealer
2. Power Glove Environment Scanner
3. Arrash Tabak
Names: 4. Exo Loader Exo Shell
Botou, 5. Hyper Rope Dura Knife

Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged Dharr, Icon (Roll D66)


Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Fida, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Ghaada, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Reputation 2 4 6
Hameed, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Start
Capital
500
birr
1,000
birr
5,000
birr Hamsa 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
35-42 The Deckhand

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: -1
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Agility

Soldier
Concept Skills:
LEGIONNAIRE: Force, Melee Combat, Ranged Combat, Survival
MERCENARY: Melee Combat, Dexterity, Observation, Ranged Combat
OFFICER: Command, Culture, Melee Combat, Ranged Combat

Appearance*
Face: Menacing stare, scarred, cybernetic eye, burn marks
Clothing: Fatigues, dress uniform, deep black djellaba, long leather coat

Talents (Pick one)


Combat Veteran Cybernetic Muscles (CYB) Tough

Personal Problem*
• You are addicted to opor, and use it after doing things on the
battlefield you would rather forget.
• You are arrogant and condescending toward others.
• You are a coward, but try to hide it as best as you can.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… fought by your side and saved your life.
… left you for dead. You will never forgive him/her.
… is highly skilled. A quality you respect.
… is wonderful. He/she will one day be yours.
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Heavy armor or Vulcan Carbine
Mercurium sword
2. Frag Grenade Environment Scanner
3. Exquisite Clothing Cybernetic Muscles (CYB)
4. Command Unit Targeting Scope

Names: 5. Communicator (II) Medkit

Aqilah, Icon (Roll D66)


Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged
Faridah, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler
Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Jabbar, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger
Skill Pts 8 10 12 Khoury, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge
Reputation 2 4 6 Wazir, 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Start 500 1,000 5,000 Zahra 35-42 The Deckhand
Capital birr birr birr

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.


REPUTATION: ±0
KEY ATTRIBUTE: Wits

Trailblazer
Concept Skills:
COLONIST: Force, Dexterity, Ranged Combat, Survival
PROSPECTOR: Pilot, Technology, Science, Survival
SCOUT: Infiltration, Ranged Combat, Observation, Survival

Appearance*
Face: Weather-beaten, squinting, protective goggles, bald
Clothing: Heavy overalls, crude boots, fur-lined coat, lined caftan

Talents (Pick one)


Weatherproof (CYB) Nine Lives Rugged

Personal Problem*
• You are stubborn to a fault, never giving up, even if you or your
friends will suffer negative consequences.
• You have a dark secret that has made you the target of a faction.
• You are possessed by something from the Dark between the Stars.
It sometimes takes over, giving you seizures or memory loss.

Relationships to the Other PCs*


… survived 10 days in a desert. A worthy friend.
… is always correcting you, even when he/she is wrong.
… won’t stop talking. One day you will have to do something about that.
… always looks so gloomy. What’s eating him/her?
Gear (Pick one from each row)
1. Recon Drone Communicator (V)
2. Dura Axe Vulcan Carbine
3. 5 M-Doses Database
4. Weatherproof (CYB) Exo Shell

Names: 5. Environment Scanner Compass

Amjad, Icon (Roll D66)


Upbringing Plebeian Stationary Privileged
Duro, 11-14 The Lady of Tears 43-46 The Traveler

Attrib. Pts 15 14 13 Evgena, 15-22 The Dancer 51-54 The Messenger

Skill Pts 8 10 12 Hakam, 23-26 The Gambler 55-62 The Judge


Reputation 2 4 6 Maysam, 31-34 The Merchant 63-66 The Faceless
Start 500 1,000 5,000 Sabah 35-42 The Deckhand
Capital birr birr birr

* Choose from the list or use your imagination.

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