[ Classes of Twilight's Dawning ]

We have twenty-five classes to choose from. As of now, we have twelve prestige classes that may be chosen for the third and forth classes. And as a side note, a bit of info on class leveling and when multiclassing can begin:

Your primary class is your first class. You will have the strengths and weaknesses of this class in terms of your prime stat or stats. *Prime stat is the stat your class will excel in to the above average level.

Your second class, you may choose at any time above level two. You may only choose from the normal classes.Those not marked with (Prestige).In order to choose a third class, you must achieve, in one of your first two classes, a level of 80.(Legend). At this time you have the option
to choose any of the classes in the <Help class> list, permitting your race restrictions.When one of your first three classes has achieved a level of 100, you are able to choose a fourth class. Again, this can be any of the classes on the class list with race restrictions.

Also, when you have reached the appropriate levels you will be prompted that you can choose a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th class bringing up a display of similarity of that which is observed when choosing a class in creation.

Prestige Classes

[ Mage ] [ Top ]
Mages are the original magic users of Rakanus. A mage is usually not to good at fighting, choosing to study rather then fight, but what ever power they lack in physical strength is matched three-fold by the spells that a mage gains through study. A mage can gain spells that help him, or a companion....or he can cast spells that cause massive damage to anyone who apposes them.
Primary Attribute: Intelligence Secondary Attribute: None

[ Cleric ] [ Top ]
Clerics are the "Healers" and "Priests" of Rakanus. By choosing a deity, a cleric can cast spells of healing and a few spells that call down the anger of their god upon those who would cause them harm. A cleric usually chooses to be good, and help when he can....but some choose evil dieties and take the dark path of evil....the choice is yours.
Primary Attribute: Wisdom Secondary Attribute: Charisma

[ Thief ] [ Top ]
A thief chooses to make his living by stealing what ever he needs from those who are more fortunate then he. Thieves are usually known for their fearsome attack called a "backstab". A backstab is a sneak attack that when performed properly causes massive damage to whoever is on the receiving end. Sometime a backstab can be critical. Thieves are also well known for their ability to "robe from the rich" and give to themselves. A good thief never gets caught.
Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Intelligence

[ Warrior ] [ Top ]
A Warrior, also known as a fighter, is one of the strongest classes in Rakanus. A warrior is well trained in the art of fighting and war. Warriors are known to be slightly slow of intel...but the are very wise, and they can often BASH their way through any problems they come in contact with.
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Constitution

[ Vampire ] [ Top ]
Vampires are one of the powerful creatures of the Realms. Being a creature of the undead, they require copious quantities of fresh blood. Instead of using mana, Vampires use blood points (bp) for spell casting. If a Vampire takes a large amount of damage, Blood points will be lost, but, Blood points can give a small surge of hit points (hp) in battle when needed. As a undead creature of the night, Vampires receive an armor class (ac) bonus at night, a time when they can use the skill mistwalk.
Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Strength

[ Druid ] [ Top ]
The druid is a lover and protector of the natural land. Be it the forests full of centaurs and deer, the streams full of fish, or the bug-infested swamps, a druid always strives to protect and preserve nature. Wielding mighty spells from the gods themselves, druids strive hard at their work. Strong in wisdom, with a body trained to near perfection by their rugged lifestyle, a druid has many disciplines upon which to draw. From powerful spells of healing which can bring the near dead back to full vigor, to the ability to mystically create water and food, to the awesome power of nature which they command in battle via spells able to quake the land and split the sky, druids demonstrate that mastery of magic is not just a hobby, but a way of life for them. Able to face many warriors on almost even footing, and able to shield themselves nearly as well as some mages, druids are truly a gifted class.
Primary Attribute: Wisdom Secondary Attribute: None

[ Ranger ] [ Top ]
A ranger is the outdoorsman and adventuresome free spirit of the times. A self-sufficent person, the ranger is adaptable and can survive in almost any locale. Skilled with weapons and able to utilize some of the finest armor available, a ranger is physically skilled enough to take on most any foe. However, for especially hardy opponents, a ranger also can cast many useful spells to both hinder his opponent and aid himself. From minor curative magics to blinding his enemy, the ranger is the most adept class at surviving on its own. A ranger typically travels light, but he does have the mighty strength of a warrior to carry equipment needed in his travels. Like the druid (the class other than warrior that he most closely resembles), his need for help from outside sources is low.
Primary Attribute: Constitution Secondary Attribute: Wisdom

[ Augurer ] [ Top ]
The Augurer is very strong-minded in its nature, both physically and magically. It is very confident of its actions in combat, and this confidence shows in its physical appearance. The Augurer is of a medium height, with a defined bone structure which shows both intelligence and assurance. Its appearance is wizened, but at times the Augurer may look frail due to exhaustion. Though it is of a medium size, its physical strength is not. The Augurer relies on both brain and brawn to overcome its challengers. When it is confronted, its wisdom decides what course of action it should take, and wisdom is its prime stat. While in combat, the Augurer is capable of utilizing both spells and skills to their greatest potential. However, because of the Augurer's size, it tires of magic easily. To overcome this mental exhaustion, the Augurer is a strong believer in the use of mana for rejuvenation of its magical powers, and uses a lot of it. In its spare time, the Augurer enjoys the local lore, both the teaching and learning of it, as well as musical and theatrical pursuits. The Augurer is a very independent person, and spends much of its spare time in meditation, reflecting upon the days activities.
Primary Attribute: Wisdom Secondary Attribute: Strength

[ Sohei ] [ Top ]
Roughly translated Sohei means "Temple Knight." Sohei mix martial prowess with divine power. Sohei are much like monk/clerics. However, there are notable differences. Sohei do not gain the divine healing powers of clerics and lack most other divine magic. Instead, Sohei increase their combat prowess through unflenching devotion and faith to whatever dogma they follow. Sohei also differ from monk. Rather than focus in unarmed combat Sohei are more flexible and seek to master multiple forms of weapon combat along with the unarmed arts. Many Sohei seek a even greater devotion to their dogma and become Paladins, Dark-Knights, or Knight of Chaos.
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Wisdom

[ Monk ] [ Top ]
Monks are often associated with little bald men in brown robes....... Not so. Monks, who prefer hand to hand combat instead of the clumsiness of most weapons, are some of the most efficient fighters found in the world of Rakanus. Although monks have a select list of armor, their high dexterity allows them to dodge many blows from their opponents with amazing accuracy and speed. Part of their training even improves their evasiveness giving a boost to their armor rating based on their level when they are unarmed.
Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Wisdom

[ Bard ] [ Top ]
Bards are the jokesters and entertainers of Rakanus. They have a certain magic about them that draws people to their beautiful music and their humorous personalities. Bards are considered "Jacks of all Trades." So named because they have a little of every class bundled into one.
Primary Attribute: Charisma Secondary Attribute: Dexterity

[ Psion ] [ Top ]
Psionists are warriors of the mind. They use their superior intellect to control, move, and even IGNITE objects and people. A psionists uses psi points instead of mana. Psionists are by far some of the most dangerous people in Rakanus because some do not know how to control this supreme power of the mind .
Primary Attribute: Wisdom Secondary Attribute: Intelligence

[ Sentinel ] [ Top ]
The great defender, the sentinel is the master of the arts of self defense. Their most powerful abilities include the ability to ignore a small amount of damage from every physical attack they receive. The sentinel's key abilities are constitution and strength. The sentinel is also the class with the most hit points. Relying on stamina and defensive measures to overcome in combat.
Primary Attribute: Constitution Secondary Attribute: Strength

Prestige Classes:

These classes are in short, elite classes comparatively to the normal classes They have strong skills and spells and tend to have more overall power. These classes can be chosen for your third and fourth classes only, and you may only have two prestige classes.

[ Dragoon ] (Prestige) [ Top ]
Dragoons are warriors that have learned the ability to "Jump" high into the air. This allows them to build up a strong force on their way back down to the ground that causes MAJOR damage to opponents who are hit unaware. Dragoons are most proficient with spears. Spears are also the only weapons a Dragoon can use when they jump.
Primary Attribute: Constitution Secondary Attribute: Strength

[ Barbarian ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Barbarians are believed to be the strongest of the warriors. Usually slow of mind, but strong in body, these warriors can become so enraged that they can topple whole building in a short period of time. Barbarians can deal major damage, but there is a draw back. When they "Rage", barbarians ignore all danger and pain, fighting until either they or their opponent dies. Stupid....but VEEEEEERRRRRYYYY STRONG!!!!!!
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Constitution

[ Necromancer ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Necromancers are mages that deal in the ancient magic of death and chaos. They are some of the most feared mages found in Rakanus. Many a good hero have fallen to the dark powers of these mages who can summon the dead, and force them to do what the Necromancer wills.
Primary Attribute: Intelligence Secondary Attribute: None

[ Arch-Knight ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Archknights are warriors who have mastered the art of sword fighting. They are able to channel energy through their weapon, causing it to become temporarily enhanced. Example: An Archknight can cause his weapon to be surrounded with flames, causing more damage than normal. Archknights are mostly proficient with swords, but can use many weapons as long as they have a blade.
Primary Attribute: Charisma Secondary Attribute: Dexterity

[ Dark-Knight ](Prestige) [ Top ]
If paladins are warriors of all that is good and holy, then a Dark Knight would be an Anti-Paladin. These strong warriors have devoted their lives to seeking out, and destroying all that is good in the world. Take a paladin, throw in a little blood and chaos, stir well, and you have a Dark Knight.
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Wisdom

[ Assassin ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Assassins are usually the hired killers of the world. Most assassins would slit their own mothers throat for a gold coin. An assassin is a mixture of a thief, warrior, and mage....a killing machine trained in the art of quick and silent deaths..Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Intelligence

[ Ninja ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Ninjas are the oriental warriors of Rakanus. Most ninjas master the art of sword wielding at a young age. They also learn many hand to hand combat techniques. A Ninja is a monk that wields a Katana instead of a sling or a bow.....Ninjas have a stricked code of conduct though. Ninja's are just as good as monks in unarmed combat and get several of the same abilities; however, a monk ninja's unarmed combat abilities are devastating. Several of a ninja's abilities can only be used if you are also a monk.
Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Wisdom

[ Elementalist ](Prestige) [ Top ]
These spells casters specialize in the use of elemental magic. Any spells dealing with fire, ice, lightning or earth these magic users wield as deadly weapons. Any spell related to these elements that they cast is more potent than if cast by another mage.
Primary Attribute: Wisdom Secondary Attribute: Charisma

[ Paladin ] (Prestige) [ Top ]
You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever. Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty. In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds. Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet...You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy...I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever..."
Paladins are warrior priests who draw their power from acts of righteousness and strict adherence to the Code of The Temple of Solomon. Their strength in battle, combined with the ability to perform limited miracles is offset by the difficulty they experience in perfecting their craft, and the penalties they suffer when they stray from the path of good.
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Charisma

[ Knight of Chaos ](Prestige) [ Top ]
The uneducated and the ignorant might call these Knights anarchists, and in some ways they would be right. However, they are far more. The Knights of Chaos are the neutral counter parts of the Paladin and Dark-knight. These Knights seek a chaotic balance between good and evil. A Knight of Chaos realizes that both good and evil must exist for the world to grow and maintain its exist. These balance between the two forces of good and evil, while essential to life, cannot remain stagnant. It must be ever changing, and the laws in most societies seek to prevent change. Hence it is only natural that a Knight of Chaos find himself opposed to law.
Primary Attribute: Strength Secondary Attribute: Intelligence

[ Shadowdancer ](Prestige) [ Top ]
Operating between light and darkness, the shadowdancer is a nimble artist of deception. They are mysterious and unknown never completely trusted but always inducing wonder when met. Thieves, assassin, and ninjas make excellent shadow dancers. The shadowdancer specializes in surprise attacks and moving in and out of combat.
Primary Attribute: Dexterity Secondary Attribute: Charisma

[ Arch-Mage ](Prestige) [ Top ]
The most advanced practitioners of an art in its truest sense is the Arch-mage. An Arch-mage focuses in the manipulation of magic. Arch-mages gain several abilities that allow them to shape and manipulate the flow of magic. Some Arch-mages can reflect spells back at the original caster, expand or shrink a spells area of affect, change a fireball into a ball of ice or acid, and it is rumored that some Arch-mages are so powerful they can even cut a person off from the flow of the magic stream.
Primary Attribute: Intelligence Secondary Attribute: Wisdom