Post/Author/DateTime	Post
yoippari 02-09-06, 12:39 AM	I have seen a lot of summaries of backgrounds and I have seen a few decent or what I assume standard backgrounds. But what makes a really good background? I am writing a background for a backup character that will replace my current character if/when he dies. But I am stuck. I have a basic background, I am trying to write some dialog to help establish personality, but I have no idea if what I am writing is what makes a good background. I mean one that a dm might give some extra xp for, one that the dm actually enjoys reading.
Setherial 02-09-06, 02:21 AM	How to create a role-playing character (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=105563) Backround Stories (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=399755)
Harrow Blade 02-09-06, 02:37 AM	A good character background is one that will supply enough information to help drive the characters out of a flat spot, give the Dm some plot hook availablity and makes you want to find out how they will react to the situations they meet. There are a few examples of backgounds in the character background bank (link in my sig) and if you need help with you background then take a look at the background questionaire (also in my sig). Hope this helps, if all else fails pm me and I'll do my best Harrow Blade