character runescape

In RuneScape, a character refers to the player's avatar within the game. Heres a breakdown of key aspects related to characters in RuneScape: Character Creation - When starting RuneScape (either Old School RuneScape or RuneScape 3), players customize their characters: - Appearance: Gender, hairstyle, clothing, etc. - Name: A unique display name (can be changed later, with restrictions). - There are no fixed classesplayers develop skills freely. Character Progression - Skills: Characters train skills (e.g., Attack, Magic, Woodcutting) to level up (up to 99 or 120 in some cases). - Combat Level: Determined by combat skills (Attack, Strength, Defence, Ranged, Magic, Prayer, and Hitpoints). - Quests: Completing quests unlocks new areas, abilities, and lore. Equipment & Gear - Characters can wear armor, wield weapons, and use tools based on skill levels (e.g., a RuneScape character might wear Rune Armor at 40 Defence). - Cosmetic overrides (via Solomons Store or Treasure Hunter) allow visual customization. Account Types - Normal Account: Standard progression. - Ironman Mode: Solo self-sufficient play (no trading with others). - Hardcore Ironman: Like Ironman, but with permanent death (lose status if not saved). - Group Ironman: Team-based Ironman mode. - Skiller: Focuses on non-combat skills (optional self-restriction). Character Identity - Display Name: Can be changed (once per 28 days for free in RS3; requires bonds in OSRS). - Adventurers Log: Tracks achievements (in RS3). - RuneMetrics: Tracks progress (premium feature in RS3). Notable Character Mentions in Lore - The Player: Known as the "World Guardian" in RS3 (central to major questlines). - NPCs: Gods (e.g., Saradomin, Zamorak), heroes (e.g., Sir Owen), and villains (e.g., Sliske). Would you like details on a specific aspect (e.g., optimal builds, gear setups, or lore)?