This is a list of all classes and advanced classes from the [book]d20 Modern[/book], [book]d20 Future[/book], and Urban Arcana rulebooks. Classes in d20 Modern are very much designed as basic career/life "building blocks", and it is expected that a character multiclass freely. In d20 Modern, it is common to begin play at a level higher than 1st level, with various aspects of the character concept already built out of basic, advanced, and prestige classes.
[bar]Basic Classes[/bar]
[h=1]Advanced Classes[/h]
[bar]Advanced Classes[/bar]
[h=1]Prestige Classes[/h]
In addition to advanced classes, some sources offer a number of prestige classes. These classes have requirements that are more restrictive than advanced classes, and therefore reflect a deeper specialization or expertise. In general, prestige classes are accessible after 8 to 10 levels, and often have requirements only found in advanced classes.
[bar]Prestige Classes[/bar]
[h=1]Third-Party Classes[/h]
These classes include both advanced and prestige classes.
[bar]3rd Party Classes[/bar]
[bar]Basic Classes[/bar]
Class | What It Is | Example Qualities | Book | Examples |
[modsrd]The Strong Hero[/modsrd] | Bodybuilder, Athlete, Boxer, Martial Artists | Brawn, raw physical power | d20 Modern | BA Baracus |
[modsrd]The Fast Hero[/modsrd] | Acrobat, Ninja, Pilot, Driver, Agents, Thieves | Speed, grace, stealth, sleight-of-hand, ranged combat | d20 Modern | Howling Mad Murdoch, Starbuck |
[modsrd]The Tough Hero[/modsrd] | Stuntman, Bodyguard, Enforcer, Athlete, Wrestler | Endurance, stubbornness, single-mindedness | d20 Modern | Rocky Balboa |
[modsrd]The Smart Hero[/modsrd] | Academic, Scientist, Tactician, Investigator, Detective | Brainy, bookish, bright, quick-witted, knowledgable, deductive | d20 Modern | Spock, Hannibal Smith |
[modsrd]The Dedicated Hero[/modsrd] | Doctor, Counsellor, Clergy, Activist, Investigator | Willpower, common sense, perception, intuition, insight, understanding, devoted, confident | d20 Modern | Deanna Troi, Doctor McCoy |
[modsrd]The Charismatic Hero[/modsrd] | Performer, Diplomat, Leader, Politician, Con-Artist, Spy, Gambler | Attractive, persuasive, inspiring, adept negotiatiors, entertaining, flirtatious, fast-talking | d20 Modern | Faceman |
[bar]Advanced Classes[/bar]
Class | What It Is | Base Class | Book | Examples |
[modsrd]Ambassador[/modsrd] | Diplomat, Dignitary, Mediator, Representative | Charismatic | d20 Future | Deanna Troi |
[modsrd]Arcane Arranger[/modsrd] | Facilitator, Broker, Social Engineer | Charismatic | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Archaic Weaponmaster[/modsrd] | Fencer, Archer, Warrior | Strong | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Bodyguard[/modsrd] | Private Detective, Hired Muscle, Security Specialist, Thug | Tough | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Daredevil[/modsrd] | Stuntman, Extreme Sportsman | Tough | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Dogfighter[/modsrd] | Pilot, Fighter Jockey | Fast | d20 Future | Starbuck, Wedge Antilles |
[modsrd]Dreadnought[/modsrd] | Walking Tank, Ultramodern Infantry, Insurgence, Secret Service | Tough | d20 Future | |
[modsrd]Engineer[/modsrd] | Starship Engineer, Inventor, Builder, Specialist, Saboteur | Smart | d20 Future | Scotty |
[modsrd]Explorer[/modsrd] | Cartographer, Surveyer, Archeologist, Traveller | Dedicated | d20 Future | |
[modsrd]Field Medic[/modsrd] | Doctor, Military Medic | Dedicated | d20 Modern | McCoy |
[modsrd]Field Officer[/modsrd] | Captain, Tactician, Mercenary Leader | Charismatic | d20 Future | Hannibal Smith |
[modsrd]Field Scientist[/modsrd] | Archeologist, Hazmat Specialist, Oceanographer, Meteorologist, Criminal Psychologist, Zoologist | Smart | d20 Modern | Spock, Indiana Jones |
[modsrd]Glamourist[/modsrd] | Illusionist, Con-Artist, Showman | Charismatic, Dedicated | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Gunslinger[/modsrd] | Mercenary, Vigilante | Fast | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Helix Warrior[/modsrd] | Genetically Engineered Supersoldier, Scientific Subject, Genetic Mutant | Strong | d20 Future | Khan, River Tam |
[modsrd]Infilitrator[/modsrd] | Cat Burglar, Spy | Fast | d20 Modern | Catwoman |
[modsrd]Investigator[/modsrd] | Private Investgator, Detective, Reporter, Photo-journalist | Dedicated | d20 Modern | Lois Lane, Magnum PI |
[modsrd]Martial Artist[/modsrd] | Agent, Law Enforcer, Vigilante, Teacher, Competitive Fighter | Strong | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Mystic[/modsrd] | New Age, Voodoo, Preacher, Motivational Speaker, Cultist | Dedicated | Urban Arcana | Van Helsing |
[modsrd]Negotiator[/modsrd] | Lawyer, Mediator, Haggler, Hostage Negotiator, Closer, Dealmaker | Charismatic | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Personality[/modsrd] | Movie Star, TV Host, Community Leader, Politician, Novelist, Guru, Dilettante | Charismatic | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Shadow Hunter[/modsrd] | Vampire Slayer, Tracker, Stalker, Finder | Dedicated | Urban Arcana | Buffy |
[modsrd]Shadowjack[/modsrd] | Hacker, Coder, Computer Wizard | Smart | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Soldier[/modsrd] | Trained Warrior, Mercenary, Hired Gun, Cop, Marine | Strong | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Space Monkey[/modsrd] | Galactic Grunt Worker, Miner, Survivalist, Colonist | Tough | d20 Future | |
[modsrd]Speed Demon[/modsrd] | Driver, Wheelman, Motorcyclist, Stunt Driver, Racing Driver, Highway Patrol | Fast | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Street Warrior[/modsrd] | Gangster, Vigilante, Thug | Strong | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Swashbuckler[/modsrd] | Swordmaster, Pirate | Fast | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Swindler[/modsrd] | Con Artist, Gambler | Charismatic | d20 Future | |
[modsrd]Techie[/modsrd] | Compter Expert, Engineer, Mechanic | Smart | d20 Modern | |
[modsrd]Techno Mage[/modsrd] | Magic & Machines | Smart | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Technosavant[/modsrd] | Natural Technical Genius | Smart | d20 Future | Kaylee |
[modsrd]Thrasher[/modsrd] | Extreme Sportman, Long Distance Runner, Athlete | Tough | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Tracer[/modsrd] | Bounty Hunter, Assassin, Truant Officer, Hunter | Dedicated | d20 Future | Boba Fett, The Angel |
[modsrd]Wildlord[/modsrd] | Survivalist, Park Ranger, Guide, Big Game Hunter, Explorer, Ecologist, Eco-Terrorist | Strong, Tough | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Xenophile[/modsrd] | Alien Expert, Scientist, Zoologist, Archeologist | Smart | d20 Future |
In addition to advanced classes, some sources offer a number of prestige classes. These classes have requirements that are more restrictive than advanced classes, and therefore reflect a deeper specialization or expertise. In general, prestige classes are accessible after 8 to 10 levels, and often have requirements only found in advanced classes.
[bar]Prestige Classes[/bar]
Class | What It Is | Book | Examples |
[modsrd]Archmage[/modsrd] | Spellcaster | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Artificer[/modsrd] | Expert Craftsman | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Ecclesiarch[/modsrd] | Holy Man/Woman | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Holy/Unholy Knight[/modsrd] | Paladin, Crusader | Urban Arcana | |
[modsrd]Mecha Jockey[/modsrd] | Mech Pilot | d20 Future | |
[modsrd]Psionic Agent[/modsrd] | Urban Arcana |
These classes include both advanced and prestige classes.
[bar]3rd Party Classes[/bar]
Class | Type | What It Is | Base Class | Book |
[modsrd]Adventurer[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Infinite: Epic Modern | ||
[modsrd]Ambassador[/modsrd] | Advanced | Diplomat, Representative | Charismatic | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Avenger[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Infinite: Epic Modern | ||
[modsrd]Bridge Operations Specialist[/modsrd] | Advanced | Naval Line Officer | Dedicated | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Captain[/modsrd] | Prestige | Starfllet Vessel, Merchant Transport, Pirate Ship, Base | Prime Directive | |
[modsrd]Department Head[/modsrd] | Prestige | Chief Engineer, Chielf Medical Officer, Chief of Security, Chief Science Officer | Prime Directive | |
[modsrd]Champion[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Samurai, Knight, Crusader | Infinite: Epic Modern | |
[modsrd]Discoverer[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Explorer, Inventor | Infinite: Epic Modern | |
[modsrd]Engineering Specialist[/modsrd] | Advanced | Starship Engineer, Vehicle Engineer | Smart | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Field Researcher[/modsrd] | Prestige | Archeologist, Xenobiologist | Prime Directive | |
[modsrd]Galactic Intelligece Agent[/modsrd] | Advanced | Spy, Covert Operative | Dedicated | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Immortal[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Infinite: Epic Modern | ||
[modsrd]Legacy[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Infinite: Epic Modern | ||
[modsrd]Marine[/modsrd] | Advanced | Klingon Army, Federation Marine, Ground Combat Specialist | Strong | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Medical Specialist[/modsrd] | Advanced | Doctor, Nurse, Surgeon | Dedicated | Prime Directive |
Mentor | Prestige [Epic] | Veteran Hero | Infinite: Epic Modern | |
[modsrd]Merchant[/modsrd] | Advanced | Trader, Corporate Rep | Charismatic | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Orion Pirate[/modsrd] | Advanced | Orion Pirate | Fast | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Orion Slave Girl/Escort[/modsrd] | Prestige | Escort | Prime Directive | |
[modsrd]Paragon[/modsrd] | Prestige [Epic] | Infinite: Epic Modern | ||
[modsrd]Pilot[/modsrd] | Advanced | Fighter Pilot, Shuttlecraft Pilot | Fast | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Rogue[/modsrd] | Advanced | Adventurer, Smuggler, Soldier of Fortune, Pirate, Con-Artist, Businessman | Fast | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Science Specialist[/modsrd] | Advanced | Researcher, Surveyer | Smart | Prime Directive |
[modsrd]Security Specialist[/modsrd] | Advanced | Police, Bodyguard, Security Officer | Fast | Prime Directive |