### Classes and Archetypes The "Classes" section provides a comprehensive breakdown of every playable class. Each class page details its key attributes, proficiency progressions, class features, and class feats. If you want to customize your character beyond standard class boundaries, the "Archetypes" section lists multiclass and thematic archetypes (such as Sentinel or Beastmaster) that you can select in place of standard class feats. ### Backgrounds and Feats Under the "Backgrounds" tab, you can browse options that define your character's life before adventuring. These backgrounds grant specific attribute boosts, skill proficiencies, and skill feats. For a broader look at customization, the "Feats" directory allows you to filter through general feats, skill feats, and ancestry feats by level and prerequisite. ### Spells and Equipment Spellcasters can find their magic under the "Spells" tab, which categorizes spells by tradition (Arcane, Divine, Occult, Primal), school, and level. For physical gear, the "Equipment" section lists weapons, armor, adventuring gear, and magical items that can define your character's combat style and utility. ## Utilizing the Archives of Nethys Search Engine
When you know exactly what you are looking for, or if you want to find options that share a specific keyword, the built-in search engine is the most powerful tool at your disposal. ### Basic Search vs. Advanced Search The search bar at the top of the page allows for quick queries. Typing a term like "Fireball" or "Double Slice" will bring up direct matches. For more complex queries, the Advanced Search tool allows you to search specific fields, such as item descriptions, trait lists, or level ranges. ### Filtering by Traits and Sourcebooks Pathfinder relies heavily on "traits"—tags like *Concentrate*, *Manipulate*, or *Fire* that dictate how rules interact. The search engine allows you to filter results by these traits. You can also filter search results by specific sourcebooks, which is highly useful if your Game Master restricts character options to specific rulebooks. ## Browsing by Sourcebook
If you prefer to see character options in the context of the books they were published in, you can browse by source. Navigating to the "Sources" menu displays a list of all official Paizo publications, categorized into Rulebooks (like *Player Core*), Lost Omens setting guides (like *Lost Omens: Character Guide*), and Adventure Paths. Clicking on a book will show you a curated list of every character option introduced in that specific title. ## Understanding Remaster vs. Legacy Options With the release of the Pathfinder 2e Remaster project, the Archives of Nethys maintains both the original ("Legacy") rules and the updated ("Remaster") rules. ### The Remaster Toggle The site features a toggle and clear visual indicators to distinguish between Legacy content and Remaster content. Remastered options (found in books like *Player Core* and *Player Core 2*) are prioritized, but Legacy options remain fully accessible for groups continuing to play with the original rulesets.
### Cross-Referencing Compatibility When viewing a legacy page, the Archives often provide a direct link to its remastered counterpart if one exists. This ensures you do not accidentally select outdated versions of feats, spells, or classes during character creation.
