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Adjustments for Ability Scores ........................... 9  \nStrength ................................................ 9  \nIntelligence ............................................ 10  \nWisdom ............................................... 10  \nDexterity .............................................. 10  \nConstitution ............................................ 10  \nCharisma .............................................. 10  \nChoose Character Alignment ................................ 10  \nSelect Name, Personality, and Background ..................... 11  \nDetermine Character Height and Weight ...................... 12  \nEarn Experience ........................................... 12  \nHit Dice and Hit Points .................................. 12  \nPrime Requisites and Experience Points ..................... 12  \nChapter 2 : The Character Classes ............................... 13  \nUnderstanding the Tables ................................... 13  \nAbout the Classes 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