HP & Defenses

Alchemists possess a d8 Hit Die, and they start the game with 40 Hit Points (plus double Constitution and other modifiers). By spending 3 XP the Alchemist can gain a Hit Die, increasing their Hit Points accordingly.

They also receive a +2 bonus to Reflex Defense and Will Defense.

Stat Bonuses

Alchemists receive a +1 bonus to one of the following attributes; Strength, Dexterity, or Intelligence.

Increasing these attributes outside of character creation is done at a discount (10 XP per increase instead of 20 XP)

Attack Bonus

Alchemists receive a +1 Attack Bonus.

By spending 5 XP the Alchemist can increase their Attack Bonus by +1, to a maximum of +10.

Skill Points

Alchemists receive 1 rank in the following skills at character creation;

• Acrobatics

• Artisan (Alchemy)

• Awareness

• Knowledge (Alchemy, Astronomy, Humanoids, and Technology)

• Spellcraft

• Use Magic Device

Starting Feats

Alchemists receive the following starting feats;

• Weapon Proficiency (Simple)

• Weapon Proficiency (Choose one)

• Martial Arts I

• Armor Proficiency (Light)

• Grit Teeth

• Spellcasting (Rune)

Alchemical Circles

Alchemists are rune spellcasters who learn rune spells from their intense studying of alchemy and alchemical recipes, and receive four 1 XP spells free at character creation.