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Firefly character creation follows the standard Risus rules for creating characters. 10 Cliche Dice to divide among cliches.
No starting character with a cliche more than rated at (4).
2 extra Cliche Dice if a Hook and a Tale are provided (one for ea).
3 Lucky Shots per Cliche Dice appointed.
5 Questing Dice per Cliche Dice appointed.
3 Cliche Dice worth of 'modifications' can be given to the ship per Cliche Dice appointed. If a Captain can not be determined, the player making the modifications becomes the Captain. No cliche points given to the ship should be more than (3) in any one area.

The Anatomy of a Cliche should be checked out for some Shiny Risus Goodness and understanding of what makes a good cliche.

Core Cliches - Taken from Anjin's: Raven's Prayer v2.0 Site
  • Captain
    This cliché involves all of the leadership qualities involved in running a ship. From handling the crew to making sure there is enough money for fuel, any aspect of starship administration is covered by this cliché. Basic competence in technical function is implied, but that's why you hire everyone else. Also, although a captain is expected to handle themselves in a fight, this cliché is not combat related. If the captain wants to shoot someone in the face, a different cliché is required.
  • Companion
    Doctor/Surgion The Companion's profession combines the practices of the courtesan and the tradition of the geisha and is held in high regard by society. The cliché is useful in a diversity of social situations regardless of a target's gender or station. Companion training also involves some ritualized combat instruction, like swordsmanship. This cliché should only be used in combat where these formal methods are useful.
  • Doctor/Surgeon
    Because the 'Verse is a dangerous place, a doctor is indispensable to the crew. The doctor should be able to heal any kind of damage inflicted in combat, given the correct tools, within reason. There are no specific damage rules in Risus Firefly, but a bullet in the stomach will kill a person without a doctor to treat it. A character with this cliché is assumed to have extensive education.
  • Mechanic
    Pilot
    Mercanary Like the doctor, the mechanic is all about putting things right. A starship is the most important thing the PCs have. If it fails, it can mean the death of the entire group. Beyond just fixing the ship, a mechanic may also be able to coax it into performing beyond normal expectations.
  • Mercenary
    Fugitive A mercenary is a hired warrior, usually proficient in a number of firearms. Anyone involved in shady dealing aught to have a mercenary at their side. Implied with this cliché is a mind for money matters, if only tangentially.
  • Pilot
    Shepard Every ship in the sky needs a competent pilot to make sure it gets pointed in the right direction. As a pilot grows in ability, they can make their ship perform increasingly complicated maneuvers.
  • Shepherd
    The clergy in this world are known as Shepherds. This cliché covers a wide range of religious knowledge, ritual, and philosophy and implies at least a moderate education. Religion is still a powerful force in the 'Verse and (just about) anyone would think twice before crossing a Shepherd.

Example Characters:


Malcolm 'Mal' Reynolds - Captain of the Serenity
  • Brooding Captain of the Serenity (4)
  • Former Sergeant for the Independence (3)
  • Former Ranch Hand (2)
  • Mechanic in a Pinch (1)
    Lucky
Quest: Shots"Find a job and keep on flying" [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

"Hidden Compartments" (2)
"Built Tough" (1) - added to Hull Rating

Zoe Alleyne Washburne - First Mate of the Serenity
  • Former "Brown Coat" Veteran (4)
  • First Mate of the Serenity (3)
  • Smuggler Loyal to Mal and Her Husband 'Wash' (3)
Lucky Shots [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

Hoban 'Wash' Washburne - Pilot of the Serenity
  • Stellar Pilot (4)
  • Capable Mechanic in a Pinch (2)
  • Some Ability With a Scatter-Gun (2)
  • Witty Banter and One Liners (2)
Lucky Shots [ ] [ ] [ ]

"Cry Babies" (3) - 55gal drums sent out the airlock that send distress signals as a distraction.




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