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Modern starting points

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4 kits · 5 genres

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Original modern character concept specimen
The Reluctant Detective

A modern-day investigator dragged into situations far above their paygrade.

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#modern #mystery #detective
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Academy Student

A scholarship student at a prestigious academy where old money, hidden agendas, and social warfare are as dangerous as any exam.

#modern #academy #school
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Indie Scene Frontliner

A local musician trying to hold together a band, a day job, and a life that gets messier with every gig.

#modern #music #indie
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Slice-of-Life Barista

A small-town coffee shop owner rebuilding their life one latte at a time, surrounded by regulars with stories bigger than their own.

#modern #slice-of-life #barista
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What are character starter kits on CharHaven?

Character starter kits are curated template profiles that prefill the core fields of the character creation form so you can begin with a strong concept instead of a blank page.

Do I need an account to browse character templates?

No. The template library is public and indexable. You only need an account when you want to turn a starter kit into a saved character profile.

Can I edit everything after choosing a template?

Yes. Each template is only a starting point. You can rewrite the summary, lore, traits, and tags before saving your character.

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