Draw Steel career
Sage
Sage is a career in Draw Steel: A devoted scholar and researcher who accumulated knowledge across many fields.
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Overview
Sages devoted themselves to scholarship and research, accumulating knowledge across many fields of study. Whether they worked in a university, a monastery, a royal library, or independently, their career was defined by the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. Choosing Sage as your career means your character is educated, curious, and knowledgeable. They approach problems analytically and bring a wealth of lore to the party. While they may lack physical toughness, their knowledge can be just as valuable as any sword in the right situation.
Tips and playstyle
Best Classes: Elementalist (academic arcane study), Censor (scholarly investigator), Tactician (strategic theorist), Null (researcher of anti-magic). Character Concepts: University professor, independent researcher, monastery scribe, archaeologist, magical theorist, field naturalist. Roleplaying Tips: Your character's greatest asset is their mind. Use your knowledge to identify threats, recall lore about enemies, and find solutions that others would miss. Do not just know things; be excited about knowing things. Enthusiasm for knowledge is infectious.
Frequently asked questions
What subject do I study?
Choose any field that interests you: history, magic, religion, natural science, monsters, engineering, medicine, or something more niche. Your specialty should complement your class choice and provide useful knowledge for the campaign.
Can Sages fight effectively?
Your class determines your combat effectiveness, not your career. A Sage Fury is a scholar who channels knowledge into battle rage. A Sage Shadow is an academic who uses intellect to find weak points. The Sage career adds knowledge; your class adds combat ability.