Thom Denick and Weird Works have released a 22-page free download via DriveThruRPG for Zero Level characters in 5E.
![Zero Level Rulebook for 5E](https://images-geeknative-com.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/02170424/zero-level-cover.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&sharp=1&ssl=1)
The idea is that adventurers begin at the first level, but commoners like cooks, farmers, shop keepers, blacksmiths, and other “mundane” occupations are effectively pre-level.
Other RPGs do this, and, in fact, Thom Denick notes that the Zero Level Rulebook for 5E is primarily based on the rules provided by Dungeon Crawl Classics.
Why play a Zero Level character?
Weird Works tackles this question on their DriveThruRPG shop shelf, saying;
Playing a Zero-Level adventurer is an exciting experience. Any wrong move could result in a permanent (and messy death.) Taking risks means something entirely new when the risk could mean the a character’s story.
Zero-Level campaigns are no less epic than a standard 5E campaign; you’ll uncover ancient artifacts, battle vicious abominations, explore unlit depths, and solve mind-bending puzzles. Our aim with this supplement is to open up this fun, alternative avenue of play to 5E players.
![Zero Level Rulebook for 5E](https://images-geeknative-com.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/02170432/zero-level-how.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&sharp=1&ssl=1)
Quick Links
- Free to Download: Weird Works’ Zero Level Rulebook for 5E
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The link is to a paid version…
Is there not a free one