Hybrid Classes (Alternate)

Some characters may wish to play as a hybrid of two separate classes, and instead of sacrificing levels between two classes they may wish to play as one single class through their whole progression. This can lead to potentially stronger and more well-rounded characters, however for smaller groups (for example, a two character party) it could shore up a parties' weaknesses and flaws.

Characters select their first class and second classes, combining them together in terms of class abilities. Characters with spellcasting still gain MP, and characters with scaling bonuses (such as an Evoker's Blast or an Infected Host's unarmed) still receive these.

In regards to the HP & HP Progression, Skill Ranks, Soak, and Attacks per Round they take the better of the two between each class.

For example, Robby wants to make a Crusader/Rogue and thus takes the Crusader's attributes save for Skill Ranks which they instead use the Rogue's.

Some GMs may wish to take this a step further, allowing for characters to receive a free Advanced Class. When doing this, the Advanced Class becomes their Tertiary Class which they gain upon reaching 10th level (regardless of the Advanced Class' level caps and prerequisites).

The following below are example combinations and names given for the examples provided.

• Soldier/Rogue (Infiltrator): A class combination which combines the Rogue's cunning and skill savvy with the Soldier's martial flexibility. The applications of the Rogue's Skill Talents and the Soldier's Martial Talents compliment each other as well as the bonuses from Precise Strike for a Soldier's damage.
• Mage/Technomancer (Techmage): Unorthodox combinations of true magic and technology, the Techmage shores up some of the Mage's squishier aspects and grants the ability for them to cast spells from any other spellcasting type with the Technomancer's Steal Spell.
• Evoker/Soldier (Warslinger): Elementalists who fight using heavy armor and brutal tactics, the Evoker's Blast serves as an excellent infinite-use weapon for the Soldier that they won't have to worry about being disarmed from them.
• Battlemage/Crusader (Holy Avenger): Mixing the Battlemage's ability to pour spells into their weapons and the Crusader's Purge ability leads to a nasty combination and serves as a destructive force on the battlefield. The Crusader's strong HP, Attacks per Round, and Soak also benefit the Battlemage.
• Marksman/Evoker (Blaster): With the Marksman's intense focus on ranged combat and the Evoker's Blast, you can combine both aspects into a truly terrifying weapon.

There are plenty more combinations with pros and cons among each class. Depending on which class combination you choose, you can unlock more potential to squeeze from your class - archetypes only adding to this capability.