Writing guidelines: Characters

In addition to the general Writing Guidelines, articles on characters should be in the following format; note that some subjects will not require every section:

The Greyhawk Character infobox should be used for all character articles, with as many values filled in as possible.

The introductory sentence should include the character's name, role, and race (Suel, Elven, giant, human, etcetera), if applicable. Any associated heraldry or symbols should be noted in the introduction.

Description

This section should contain information on the subject's typical physical appearance (height, build, hair color, eye color, etc.), their behaviour, others' opinion of the character, etc.

Abilities

The character's ability scores, in known, and individual, particular abilities they may have including feats, spells, or permanent magical effects.

Home

This section should contain detail information on the subject's dwelling (castle, palace, keep, etc), if applicable. If information is scarce, the city, realm, plane, or region that the subject calls home may be included in the introduction.

Equipment and possessions

Significant items the character posesses or may carry. Powerful magic items associated with the subject should appear here, as well as weapons the subject commonly wields. Mundane items, such as those found in the "Eqiupment" chapter of the Player's Handbook should not be listed here.

Relationships

Important relationships, including relatives, friends, servants, and foes, should be noted here.

History

History of the subject should appear here.

Works

Writings

This section should include any works authored by the subject.

Spells

Any spells developed by the subject, or bearing its name, should appear here.

In Living Greyhawk

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See general Writing Guidelines for usage.

Creative origins

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Publishing history

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See also

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References

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External links

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