Choose Your Archetype

Archetypes

Each character and organisation archetype has their own strengths and weaknesses. Choose one that best represents who you wish to play or build your own.

Character Archetype Options

See Character Archetypes for individual stat blocks.

• Strategist
• Technician
• Analyst
• Communicator
• Enforcer
• Legal Expert
• Innovator
• Frontline Staff
• Public
• Financier

Entity Archetype Options

See Organisation Archetypes for entity stat blocks.

• Think Tank
• Non-profit Organisation
• Multi-National Corporation
• Government Agency
• Media Outlet
• Technology Startup
• Trade Union
• Research Institute
• Activist Group
• Academic Institution
• Health Care Provider
• Venture Capital Firm
• Entertainment Company
• Military Force
• Environmental Conservation Organisation
• Diplomatic Entity

Reskinning

These archetypes can represent different roles in different settings. The tables below show how each archetype can be reskinned for specific scenarios. As an example, in a pandemic setting: Enforcer becomes Quarantine Officer.

Feel free to rename and reflavour any archetype to fit the theme of your game. The stat blocks and abilities remain the same—only the narrative wrapper changes.

Skills Overview

Each character has strengths and weaknesses in performing different tasks. These skills add or subtract from your dice rolls. A more extensive overview of what these skills encompass can be found in the Core Skills section. The main skill stats are:

Abilities

Each archetype is assigned one ability, which can be utilised anytime to their advantage whenever the opportunity arises. If you are creating a custom character, you can choose one. If you are playing a multi-session exercise or wish to have a character level-up process, you may add a second or third ability as you progress.