Welcome to the world of Empire's Veil, where the possibilities are limitless and the adventures are epic! I will take you through the step-by-step process of creating your unique character for the D20 Modern system. Grab your dice and imagination as we delve into the creation process!

Step 1: Conceptualization Take a moment to envision the character you want to play. What kind of hero do you see in your mind's eye? Is your character a daring detective, a charismatic face, a skilled soldier, or a tech-savvy hacker? The concept is the foundation of your character, so let your creativity soar!

Step 2: Determine Ability Scores Your character's abilities will shape their strengths and weaknesses. Roll 4 six-sided dice (4d6) and discard the lowest result, then repeat this six times to generate your Ability Scores. Alternatively, if you prefer a more balanced approach, allocate points among Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma based on your game's agreed-upon point-buy system.

Step 3: Choose Character Class Select the character class that best suits your concept and playstyle. D20 Modern offers a variety of classes, such as Strong Hero, Fast Hero, Smart Hero, Dedicated Hero, Charismatic Hero, and more. Each class grants unique abilities, skills, and feats to enhance your character's capabilities.

Step 4: Select Occupation The character's occupation reflects their background and expertise. Choose an occupation that complements your character class and concept. Whether it's a Police Officer, Computer Programmer, Journalist, or any other occupation, it adds depth and flavor to your character's story.

Step 5: Skills and Feats Determine your character's starting skill ranks and feats. Skills represent what your character has learned and mastered, while feats showcase their unique abilities and training. Some classes grant bonus skill ranks and feats, so consult the class description to make informed decisions.

Step 6: Alignment and Personality Traits Decide on your character's alignment and define their personality traits. Alignments, like Lawful Good or Chaotic Neutral, serve as moral compasses, while personality traits add life and complexity to your character's interactions with the world.

Step 7: Wealth and Equipment Based on your character's occupation, determine starting wealth. Spend your wealth on essential equipment, such as weapons, armor, gear, and tools. Don't forget to consider the technology level of the game setting when determaining starting gear as well. 

Step 8: Background and Backstory Flesh out your character's background and backstory. Explore their past, motivations, and any significant events that have shaped who they are today. The richer the backstory, the more immersed you'll be in your character's journey.

Step 9: Final Touches Review your character sheet and ensure all details are in order. Check for any necessary adjustments or modifications. Seek feedback from your Game Master or fellow players if desired, and don't be afraid to make changes until you're satisfied with your character.

Step 10: Embark on Your Adventure! With your character sheet complete, it's time to jump into the thrilling world of D20 Modern! Let your character's personality shine, make choices that impact the story, and embark on epic quests with your friends.

Good luck on your adventures, brave hero! May your dice roll favorably, and your imagination ignite as you traverse the D20 Modern universe created just for you!