Squire (background)

This page describes a part of Icesus that no longer exists.

Backgrounds were how a character was put together before kingdoms and stories replaced them. None of the choices described here can be made in the game today. The page is kept as a record of how Icesus used to work.

Current system: Character creation and Stories

A squire is the shield and armour bearer of a knight, often aspiring to become one himself. Even though serving a famous knight can be rewarding, the payment for the job is not very good. Squires tend to learn a lot during their travels with their masters, also improving their physique and catching on the basics of melee combat.

The most visible effects on your character:

  o Better melee skill.
  o Better riding skill.
  o Constitution gives a little more health.
  o Gives more wealth.
  o Increased maximum strength.
  o Increased maximum wisdom.

  o Unlocks cavalier