Blacksmith

Blacksmiths exert control on the world by shaping the hardest substance commonly used by mortals: metal. They are masters of the forge, the anvil, and the hammer, transforming raw ore into the tools of survival and conquest. They make weapons and armor, and can repair those just as easily if the need arises. To a blacksmith, metal is not a stubborn material but a canvas, waiting to be given form and purpose.

Blacksmith adventurers seek to provide superior weapons and armor for themselves and their allies. Their purpose is to be the indispensable artisan of the group, the one who ensures the party's gear is second to none. Their experience on the road lets them find more effective ways to provide better equipment, and they have learned how to craft armor and weapons significantly faster than any run-of-the-mill smithy. A warrior is only as good as their blade, and you are the one who ensures that blade is flawless.

Blacksmiths will tend towards Strength and Endurance to help them with their long hours of crafting. Some may lean into Dexterity for small details when crafting more expensive weapons and armor, while others will use Cunning to sell off their gear when finished. While some Blacksmiths might have a humble start as a Folk Hero or part of the Militia, most tend to have been Guild Artisans of some kind in their careers.

You start with the following equipment, in addition to any other starting equipment:

• smith's tools

• (a) leatherworker's tools or (b) an explorer's pack

You learn the Masterwork weapon and armor property and can add them to weapons and armor you craft.

When crafting Weapons and Armor, you may add your skill rank in addition to your skill bonus when determining crafting time.

Making a weapon masterwork costs 25 gold for a one-handed weapon, and 50 gold for a two-handed weapon. Making an armor masterwork costs 10 gold for light, 20 gold for medium, and 50 gold for heavy. As you gain levels, you are able to add additional properties to weapons and armor. When you reach the apprentice level, you are able to add one apprentice property to any weapon or armor. When you reach the journeyman level, you are able to add one journeyman property to any weapon or armor. When you reach the magister level, you are able to add one magister property to any weapon or armor. When you reach the legendary level, you are able to add one legendary property to any weapon or armor.