A comprehensive, professional-grade character template for superhero, science fiction, and modern RPG campaigns. Designed for Game Masters who want detailed, consistent character creation with full Hero System 6th Edition compatibility.
- Hero System 6e Compatible - Complete stat blocks with figured characteristics
- Obsidian Ready - YAML frontmatter and tag system for digital campaign management
- Power Scaling System - Marvel-style 1-10 power ratings with visual representations
- Comprehensive Background - Detailed personality, motivations, and relationship tracking
- Genetic Profiling - Advanced sci-fi genetic modification and compatibility systems
- Multiple Template Versions - Basic, Full, and SFW variants for different campaign needs
- Professional Layout - Clean, organized sections for easy reference during gameplay
- Complete Hero System 6e statistics and combat values
- Physical descriptions with imperial and metric measurements
- Personality traits, MBTI typing, and behavioral patterns
- Background history and relationship networks
- Powers, abilities, gear, and tactical information
- Power Classification - Delta through Omega ranking system
- Genetic Profile - Enhancement packages, modifications, and compatibility
- Tag System - 20+ categories for campaign organization
- Awareness Levels - Multiverse knowledge and cosmic understanding
- Obsidian Compatibility - Full metadata support for digital campaigns
- Visual Elements - Stat bars, tabbed interfaces, and dynamic displays
- Placeholder Systems - Easy customization for any superhero universe
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Choose Your Template:
npc-template-basic.md- Essential information onlynpc-template-full.md- Complete template with all systemsnpc-template-sfw.md- Safe-for-work version
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Copy to Your Campaign:
Download template → Copy to campaign folder → Start customizing -
Fill in Character Details:
- Start with basic info (name, concept, stats)
- Add background and personality
- Define powers and abilities
- Customize advanced sections as needed
- Character Identity - Names, aliases, basic demographics
- Physical Description - Detailed appearance with measurements
- Statistics - Full Hero System 6e stat block
- Background - History, relationships, and motivations
- Powers - Supernatural abilities with detailed descriptions
- Weaknesses - Limitations and vulnerabilities
- Gear & Equipment - Technology and magical items
- Tactics - Combat strategies and approaches
- Genetic Profile - Sci-fi enhancement and modification systems
- Adult Content - Mature relationship and sexuality information
- RP Notes - Personality depth and dialogue guidance
This template system includes mature content sections covering adult relationships and sexuality. These sections are:
- Clearly marked and separated
- Entirely optional
- Easily removable for younger audiences
- Provided for mature, adult gaming groups
SFW Version Available: Use npc-template-sfw.md for family-friendly campaigns.
- Hero System 6e Campaigns - Full mechanical compatibility
- Superhero Games - Marvel, DC, or original universe campaigns
- Science Fiction - Space opera, cyberpunk, and future settings
- Modern Occult - Urban fantasy and supernatural investigation
- Digital Campaigns - Obsidian, World Anvil, and VTT integration
The template works for any character concept:
- Baseline Humans - "Normal Guy" (included example)
- Superheroes - Classic costumed heroes with powers
- Villains - Complex antagonists with detailed motivations
- Aliens - Non-human species with unique biology
- Enhanced Humans - Cybernetic, genetic, or magical augmentation
- Cosmic Entities - God-tier beings with reality-altering abilities
- YAML frontmatter for metadata
- Dynamic field displays with
VIEW[]commands - Hierarchical tag system for campaign organization
- Meta-bind compatibility for interactive elements
- Proper characteristic calculations (9 + STAT/5)
- Speed-based phase tracking
- Figured characteristics (PD, ED, STUN, etc.)
- Combat value calculations
- Modular sections - use what you need
- Scalable power system (1-10 ratings)
- Flexible tag categories
- Template inheritance for character families
- Template Guide - Detailed usage instructions
- Hero System Reference - Quick rules summary
- Tag System - Complete category breakdown
- Customization Tips - Adapting for your campaign
We welcome contributions! Ways to help:
- Character Examples - Share your created NPCs
- Template Improvements - Suggest new sections or refinements
- Documentation - Help expand the guides
- Bug Reports - Found an error? Let us know
This template is released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. You're free to:
- Use in commercial and non-commercial campaigns
- Modify and adapt for your needs
- Share with proper attribution
- Hero System 6th Edition - Steven S. Long and the Hero Games team
- Template Design - Created for comprehensive campaign management
- Community Input - Thanks to playtesters and contributors
- Hero Games Official Site
- Obsidian.md - For digital campaign management
- Hero System Character Creation Guide
Ready to create unforgettable NPCs? Download a template and start building your campaign's most memorable characters today!
- Sections: 15+ major categories
- Fields: 100+ customizable data points
- Compatibility: Hero System 6e, Obsidian, Universal
- Versions: Basic, Full, SFW variants
- Tested With: Multiple campaign types and player groups
Version 1.0 | Last Updated: 2025