Player Character Background

Design selectable player character backgrounds for {{game_title}}.

**Setting Context:** {{game_setting}}
**Number of Backgrounds:** {{num_backgrounds}}

**Per Background Create:**

*Identity:*
- Background name
- Social position
- Geographic origin
- Starting resources

*Narrative Hooks:*
- Personal history event
- Unfinished business
- Known NPCs from past
- Starting reputation effects

*Gameplay Effects:*
- Starting skills/stats
- Unique dialogue options
- Exclusive quest access
- Faction relationships

*Opening Variation:*
- How does the game start differently?
- First scene adjustments
- Tutorial flavor changes

*Long-term Callbacks:*
- Mid-game references
- Endgame implications
- Unique ending content

**Balance Considerations:**
- No background should be optimal
- Each should feel valuable
- Distinct roleplay opportunities