Create
Move through guided character creation, add a portrait, record languages and notes, and keep essential character reference together.
OSCharacter: an OSE-compatible character sheet app
Download OSCharacterCreate, manage, and export characters for Old-School Essentials and B/X-style play with a live sheet built for iPhone and iPad table use.
Guided creation and a table-ready live sheet.
Roll ability scores or enter them manually, choose supported Classic or Advanced Fantasy character options, and let OSCharacter calculate derived combat statistics and traditional saving throws. Supported character choices apply equipment restrictions and present ascending or descending Armor Class where the selected rules option allows it.
Manage
Track inventory, encumbrance, known and prepared spells, cast spells, retainers, wages, loyalty, and the details used during play.
Export
Create a printable PDF character sheet. Premium also lets you export a character to the OSReferee campaign manager.
Focused sheets for quick access at the table.
Inventory, encumbrance, spell tracking, retainers, notes, and languages each have a focused place rather than being buried in one long form.
Supported systems and options
OSCharacter is designed for Old-School Essentials and related B/X-style play. It supports Classic and Advanced Fantasy character options where available in the app, including rules-aware presentation for Armor Class, saving throws, class restrictions, spells, and equipment. It is an independent compatibility tool, not an official Old-School Essentials product.
Free and Premium
Download OSCharacter free and create one locally stored character with PDF export. Premium unlocks unlimited characters and export to OSReferee.
FreeOne character and printable PDF export.
PremiumUnlimited characters and OSReferee export.
Local-firstCharacter data is stored on device. Optional iCloud synchronization can be enabled in Settings.
OSCharacter FAQ
Direct answers about system compatibility, exports, storage, and Premium.
Does OSCharacter support Old-School Essentials?
Yes. OSCharacter is designed as an independent, OSE-compatible character app for Old-School Essentials and B/X-style play.
Does it support Classic and Advanced Fantasy character options?
Yes, where those character options are supported in the app. Available choices and restrictions depend on the character being created.
Does it support ascending and descending Armor Class?
Yes, OSCharacter can present ascending and descending Armor Class where the selected character and rules options support them.
Can a character be exported as a PDF?
Yes. The Free version includes printable PDF character-sheet export.
Can characters be transferred to OSReferee?
Yes. Premium can create an OSReferee export file, which OSReferee can import into a campaign.
Is iCloud required?
No. iCloud synchronization is optional and can be controlled in OSCharacter Settings.
Does the app work with local device storage?
Yes. Character data is stored locally on the device unless you choose to export, share, or enable iCloud synchronization.
What is included in Free versus Premium?
Free supports one character and PDF export. Premium unlocks unlimited characters and export to OSReferee. The download itself is free; Premium is an optional in-app purchase.