Transmuter

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Transmuters specialise in transmutation magic, and can cause strange changes in themselves and others. They deal damage primarily in unarmed combat, often using transformations to enhance their defensive and offensive capabilities.

Transmuters are magicians who specialise in Transmutations magic. They are best described as kung-fu mad scientists, but initial survival is quite a challenge for them.

Starting Equipment

Some species may receive different items based on their unique restrictions.

• +0 robe
• 12 arrows
• Book of Changes
• Bread ration
• 20 gold

Starting Skills

These are adjusted by your species' aptitudes.

• Fighting: 1
• Unarmed Combat: 3
• Dodging: 2
• Spellcasting: 2
• Transmutations: 2

Strategy

Recommended species for Transmuters include Humans, Merfolk, Spriggans, Nagas, Centaurs, Draconians, Demigods, Demonspawn, Felids, and Octopodes.

See the following guides:

• A.Siochi's Felid Transmuter guide
• Elynae's Sludge Elf/Merfolk Transmuter guide