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<h1>NATURAL FANTASY HEROES</h1>
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The main characters of natural fantasy campaigns are extremely varied, and
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often seem indistinguishable from those found in high fantasy stories.
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However, we can still identify a number of recurring elements that make them
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stand out.
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In many ways, almost every natural fantasy Player Character can be described
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as the “more restrained and less superheroic version” of another classic
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archetype from a different Fabula Ultima campaign. The core theme is always
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the same: the natural fantasy style starts from the same premises and key
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concepts outlined in the Core Rulebook, but makes the story more compact,
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simple (not simplistic), and familiar.
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<h2>BRAVERY AND INTROSPECTION</h2>
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The natural fantasy style ties in strongly with ideas like the rediscovery of
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the past and the ability to coexist with the environment without suppressing
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it, but at the same time without letting ourselves be crushed by it. Of
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course, these elements are also a key part of our protagonists.
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<strong>Many questions.</strong> Even the quietest and most contemplative of
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natural fantasy characters is actually curious, often fascinated by the
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mysteries of the past and the wide world beyond the boundaries of their town
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or village. Of course, some of these heroes are timid or insecure, but in
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the recesses of their souls burn a craving for adventure and a fascination
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with mythology, legends and tales of people and places far away in time and
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space.
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<strong>Compassionate souls.</strong> Natural fantasy heroes often put
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themselves in someone else’s shoes, empathizing with others and being deeply
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affected by their suffering. Some might play the tough guy or appear cold
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because they were hurt one time too many, but this facade should crack over
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the course of the campaign, eventually crumbling once they face a situation
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that reopens old wounds.
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<strong>A steady heart.</strong> Despite living in an often dangerous and
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incomprehensible world, surrounded by a metaphorical and literal “dark
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forest”, these characters rally tightly together, finding strength to
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overcome fear and doubt in their fellow travelers.
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<strong>Ready to take a step back.</strong> While possessing all these
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qualities, natural fantasy heroes don’t demonstrate them all the time and
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are far from perfect – in fact, it is key to the development of the campaign
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that Players have their characters make mistakes and be forced to reckon
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with their own ignorance. This creates a chance for them to reevaluate
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themselves and others, rather than seek refuge within pride and fear. After
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all, seeking the truth means accepting that said truth might be painful.
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