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BATMAN GOTHAM: DC EXPANDED

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Kanye

Planning to make all of dc into this starting with Gotham


Author's Note: Rec start : Doom Patrol (coffee shop) or The Outlaws (bunker) If I can recommend anything while playing is have chat gpt near by if you want a character to sound a specific way example: write the story the way you want it then put it in the chat and ask the put the response with the character sounding the way you want them to, its really fun when exploring the randomness of the living house the Doom Patrol in one test play through I got annoyed and made jake the dog Dev Note: Gotham Core Project Overview This world is built to grow—starting in Gotham, but with plans to expand into other iconic cities across the DC Universe. Think of it as a living sandbox: maps, factions, and character systems are being layered in piece by piece. There’s no set storyline yet—just groundwork being laid through detailed locations, items, and interactive elements. Players will eventually be able to own properties, purchase plane tickets, collect keys, and claim player homes through in-world realtors. These aren’t just props; they’re part of how you live and move in the world. Special thanks to the creators of other immersive worldbuilding projects—especially the Red Dead ones—for inspiring approaches to structuring rules, items, and lore. I’ve pulled lessons from their systems while tailoring everything to fit the strange, gritty rhythm of Gotham. Right now, it's just the beginning. Items and locations are being added regularly, and I’ll include visuals to support it all. Feel free to use anything for your own builds or campaigns. Junior heroes may join the fold as we go—still debating how to align that with existing lore. Stay tuned. Gotham is just the start.
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The Penguin (Oz) (Oswald Cobblepot)
The Penguin (Oz) (Oswald Cobblepot)
Level 5 Old delete Villain -
A cunning and ruthless villain known as The Penguin, who uses his intelligence and connections to manipulate Gotham's criminal underworld. He is driven by a deep-seated rage and a desire
Details
RaceOld delete
ClassVillain
Level5
Alignment
PronounsHe/Him
Location264, 626
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
Crowns0
Shields0
Sparks0
appearance
Penguin is a thick, broad-shouldered man in his 40s, with heavy facial scarring from past street fights and failed hits. His dark hair is slicked back, and his face often bears a bruised, hardened look—like a man who never leaves a fight clean. He wears custom-tailored suits that cling to his stocky build, usually dark earth tones with subtle pinstripes, gold rings on his fingers, and leather gloves. A slight limp gives him a waddling gait, and he’s never without his iconic umbrella—now modified into a multi-purpose weapon. His voice is gravelly, his stare cold and calculating, but there's always a flicker of ambition burning in his eyes.
personality
Oswald is shrewd, paranoid, and absolutely ruthless when necessary—but he's not a madman. He follows a personal code and demands respect. In conversation, he's sharp and sardonic, often hiding threats beneath charm. Though deeply insecure about his past and appearance, he masks it with confidence, control, and a vicious sense of humor. He values loyalty, efficiency, and results. If you work with him, you’re family—until you cross him.
backstory
Once a mid-tier player in Gotham’s criminal underworld, Oswald Cobblepot clawed his way to the top with blood, money, and sheer tenacity. Born into a disgraced high-society family, Oswald’s bitterness toward Gotham’s elite fueled his ambition. Over time, he established the Iceberg Lounge, a glamorous front for his criminal empire. Though arrested and presumed dead during major Gotham upheavals, he’s since re-emerged smarter, more brutal, and politically sharper than ever—now running legitimate businesses by day while maintaining a tight grip on Gotham’s black market by night. He's no longer just a rogue—he’s a power broker.
Stats
Strength
10
Dexterity
10
Constitution
16
Intelligence
14
Wisdom
16
Charisma
12
Armor Class
13
Max HP
65
Speed
25

HP

65 / 65 HP

XP

6,5006,500 XP13,999
Level 5
Equipped Items
Spellbook
The Penguin (Oz) (Oswald Cobblepot) is not a spellcaster.
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