13 Gene Therapy
Templates
First seen in the future SRD, gene therapy
templates are a way by which GMs and players
can quickly represent the effects of genetic
manipulation on a characters body.Unfortunately,
the future SRD presents only a handful of gene
therapy templates; nowhere near enough for a
detailed, complex campaign setting. With that
in mind, I set about creating new gene therapy
templates so that a busy GM has, in his kit of
campaign tools, a larger number of options that
enable him to quickly and easily create new
genetically-modified characters. For ease of use,
the four gene therapy templates from the future
SRD have been included in this PDF (making a
total of 14 gene therapy templates appear in this
PDF, ten new templates and the four from the
future SRD). GMs may also use the gene therapy
templates in this PDF as inspiration for templates
of their own design.
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Philip Reed has been working professionally
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Templates
Ace (Template)
Ace is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The ace template heavily transforms the
characters reflexes and intelligence, transforming
a normal character into an elite pilot capable
of out-performing almost any experienced
pilot who ever lived. A character acquires the
ace template by undergoing a course of gene
therapy (see More Human than Human in the
Scientific Engineering section of the future SRD).
The regimen requires 35 successful Fortitude
saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: An ace retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Human Flight Computer (Ex): The ace, his brain
enhanced specifically for spatial awareness and
tactical thought, are able to respond and deal
with all situations that can occur during flight.
This increased mindpower grants the ace a +2
bonus to his Intelligence score.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +6
species bonus on Pilot checks, a +4 species bonus
on Computer Use checks, and a +2 species bonus
on all Pilot checks.
Feats: An ace gains Alertness, Gearhead,
Lightning Reflexes, Spacer, and Vehicle Expert as
bonus feats.
Advancement: By character class.
Aquan (Template)
Aquan is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses

all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The aquan template allows the character to
survive on both land and under water. A character
acquires the aquan template by undergoing a
course of gene therapy (see More Human than
Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
future SRD). The regimen requires 25 successful
Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: An aquan retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Amphibious (Ex): Aquans can breathe equally
well in air and water.
Blindsight (Ex): Aquans have blindsight with a
range of 60 feet when under water only.
Low-Light Vision (Ex): Aquans have low-light
vision with a range of 60 feet on land and in
water.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +2 species
bonus on Listen checks while under water, a +2
species bonus on Move Silently checks while in
the water, a +2 species bonus on Navigate checks
while under water, and a +4 species bonus on all
Swim checks.
Feats: An aquan gains Athletic as a bonus
feat.
Advancement: By character class.
Canine (Template)
Canine is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The canine template melds the characters
genetic structure with that of a common dog,
creating a creature with its own base traits and the

sense of smell and hearing of a dog. A character
acquires the canine template by undergoing a
course of gene therapy (see More Human than
Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
future SRD). The regimen requires 20 successful
Fortitude saving throws (DC 15).
Special Qualities: A canine retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Keen Scent (Ex): Canines, their senses
genetically enhanced and merged with those of
a dog, can notice characters in creatures by scent
in a 90-foot radius.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +6 species
bonus on Survival checks, a +4 species bonus on
Listen checks, and a +2 species bonus on Search
checks.
Advancement: By character class.
Crusher (Template)
Crusher is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The crusher template bulks up a character,
changing him into a massive, hulking menace with
decreased intelligence coupled with an increase
in temper and violent tendencies. A character
acquires the crusher template by undergoing a
course of gene therapy (see More Human than
Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
future SRD). The regimen requires 25 successful
Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A crusher retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Inhuman Strength (Ex): Their genetically
enhanced bodies grant crushers a +4 bonus to
their Strength score.
Tough (Ex): Damage reduction 1/-, 2/-, and 3/-
.
Feats: A crusher gains Combat Reflexes,
Endurance, Great Fortitude, Improved Damage
Threshold, and Toughness as bonus feats.
Advancement: By character class.

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Flyer (Template)
Flyer is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The flyer template adapts the characters
body, force-growing bat-like wings with which
the character can glide and fly. Flyers are most
frequently created by military forces and for
mining and labor operations on worlds with low
gravity. A character acquires the flyer template by
undergoing a course of gene therapy (see More
Human than Human in the Scientific Engineering
section of the future SRD). The regimen requires
30 successful Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A flyer retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Flight (Ex): Through use of their wings, flyers
gain fly 40 ft. (good).
Lighter Frame (Ex): Genetically modified for
lightweight, flyers suffer a -2 penalty to their
Strength and Constitution scores and weigh 25%
less than others of their base race.
Feats: A flyer gains Lightning Reflexes as a
bonus feat.
Advancement: By character class.
Goliath (Template)
Goliath is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The goliath template increases the characters
physical size and strength, creating a larger,
more physically imposing specimen that is well
suited to labor or unskilled combat. A character
acquires the goliath template by undergoing a
course of gene therapy (see More Human than
Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
future SRD). The regimen requires 30 successful
Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A goliath retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
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additional special qualities listed below.
Immense (Ex): Goliaths,their bodies genetically
enhanced for size and strength, increase by in
size by one category and gain a +4 bonus to their
Strength score.
Feats: A goliath gains Combat Reflexes as a
bonus feat.
Advancement: By character class.
Healer (Template)
Healer is an acquired template that can be
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The healer template allows the character to
heal wounds more rapidly. A character acquires
the healer template by undergoing a course of
gene therapy (see More Human than Human
in the Scientific Engineering section of the future
SRD).The regimen requires 25 successful Fortitude
saving throws (DC 30).
Special Qualities: A healer retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Fast Healing 3 (Ex): A healer heals 3 points of
damage each round. Fast healing stops working
when the healer is reduced to 10 hp or fewer.
Lowered Damage Threshold (Ex): A healers
massive damage threshold is equal to Con 3.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +2
species bonus on any Treat Injury checks made to
treat himself.
Advancement: By character class.
Infiltrator (Template)
Infiltrator is an acquired template that
can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
The infiltrator template was created by
espionage and military agencies in order to
genetically engineer Special Forces members and
spies capable of blending into their surroundings.

A character acquires the infiltrator template by
undergoing a course of gene therapy (see More
Human than Human in the Scientific Engineering
section of the future SRD). The regimen requires
15 successful Fortitude saving throws (DC 15).
Special Qualities: An infiltrator retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Camouflage (Ex): By standing completely still,
an infiltrator can will his skin to change color and
texture, allowing it to blend into its surroundings.
A successful Spot check (DC 25) is required to
notice a motionless infiltrator.
Darkvision (Ex): Infiltrators have darkvision
with a range of 60 feet.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +4 species
bonus on Hide and Move Silently checks and a +2
species bonus on Disguise checks.
Feats: An infiltrator gains Acrobatic, Athletic,
and Low Profile as bonus feats.
Advancement: By character class.
Morphean (Template)
Morphean is an acquired template that
can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
The morphean template allows the character
to go for long periods without sleep and still
function normally. It also allows the character to
enter into a sleeplike trance that lasts for many
days without suffering the effects of dehydration
or starvation. A character acquires the morphean
template by undergoing a course of gene therapy
(see More Human than Human in the Scientific
Engineering section of the future SRD). The
regimen requires 25 successful Fortitude saving
throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A morphean retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Hibernate (Ex): A morphean can enter into a
sleeplike state that lasts for an extended period.
While in this state, the morphean does not
suffer the effects of dehydration or starvation.

Hibernation can last up to a number of days
equal to twice the characters Constitution. The
morphean decides how long the hibernation
will last before entering into the sleeplike state.
If outside forces disturb or try to awaken the
character, the morphean must succeed at a Will
saving throw (DC 15) to end the hibernation
prematurely.
Sleepless (Ex): The morphean does not suffer
the detrimental effects of sleep deprivation. Once
per day, the morphean can spend 10 minutes
meditating and receive all the benefits of a full 8
hours of sleep. However, morpheans cannot go
indefinitely without sleep. Once every 30 days, the
character must get 2 full days of uninterrupted
sleep or hibernation. Failure to do so makes the
morphean fatigued.
Saving Throws: A morphean gains a +2
species bonus on all Will saving throws.
Advancement: By character class.
Navigator (Template)
Navigator is an acquired template that
can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
The navigator template grants the character an
innate, unnatural understanding of navigational
sciences, allowing the character to function like
an organic, intelligent navigational computer.
A character acquires the navigator template by
undergoing a course of gene therapy (see More
Human than Human in the Scientific Engineering
section of the future SRD). The regimen requires
25 successful Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A navigator retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Super-Intelligent (Ex): Navigators, their brains
genetically enhanced far beyond normal, human
limits, are exceptionally intelligent and gain a +4
bonus to their Intelligence score.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +6 species
bonus on Navigate checks, a +4 species bonus on
Computer Use checks, and a +2 species bonus on
all Pilot checks.

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Feats: A navigator gains Guide and Spacer as
bonus feats.
Advancement: By character class.
Nocturnal (Template)
Nocturnal is an acquired template that
can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
The nocturnal template allows the character
to function in darkness the way normal humans
do in the light. A character acquires the nocturnal
template by undergoing a course of gene therapy
(see More Human than Human in the Scientific
Engineering section of the future SRD). The
regimen requires 25 successful Fortitude saving
throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A nocturnal retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Darkvision (Ex): Nocturnals have darkvision
with a range of 60 feet.
Light Sensitivity (Ex): Nocturnals are blinded
by sunlight, flashlights, fluorescent lights, halogen
lamps, and other sources of bright illumination.
They can counter the blindness and see normally
by wearing dark-tinted sunglasses or tinted
visors.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +2 species
bonus on Listen and Move Silently checks.
Feats: Nocturnals gain Blind-Fight as a bonus
feat.
Advancement: By character class.
Subterranean (Template)
Subterranean is an acquired template that
can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
The subterranean template adapts a
characters body type to better function in deep,
cavernous locations. This template is commonly
used to create asteroid miners, specialized
colonists, or any other sort of character that needs
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to function underground for extended periods Feats: A tracker gains Guide and Track as
of time. A character acquires the subterranean bonus feats.
template by undergoing a course of gene therapy Advancement: By character class.
(see More Human than Human in the Scientific
Engineering section of the future SRD). The
regimen requires 20 successful Fortitude saving Zero-Gee (Template)
throws (DC 15). Zero-Gee is an acquired template that
Special Qualities: A subterranean retains all can be added to any humanoid or monstrous
the special qualities of the character and gains humanoid (referred to hereafter as the character).
the additional special qualities listed below. It uses all the characters statistics and special
abilities except as noted here.
Blindsight (Ex): Subterraneans have blindsight
with a range of 60 feet. The zero-gee template hardwires enhanced
reflexes and artificially inserts knowledge and
Low-Light Vision (Ex): Subterraneans have low-
experience of operations in zero gravity into
light vision with a range of 60 feet.
the characters genetic makeup. A character
Light Sensitivity (Ex): Subterraneans are acquires the zero-gee template by undergoing a
extremely sensitive to light and suffer a 1 penalty course of gene therapy (see More Human than
on attack rolls in sunlight or in brightly lit areas. Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
Skills: Same as the character, with a +4 species future SRD). The regimen requires 25 successful
bonus on Survival checks when underground. Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Advancement: By character class. Special Qualities: A zero-gee retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
Tracker (Template) additional special qualities listed below.
Feats: A zero-gee gains Spacer and Zero-G
Tracker is an acquired template that can be
Training as bonus feats.
added to any humanoid or monstrous humanoid
(referred to hereafter as the character). It uses Advancement: By character class.
all the characters statistics and special abilities
except as noted here.
The tracker template turns the character into
a human bloodhound, granting the character
an innate understanding of the skill of tracking as
well as an enhanced sense of smell. A character
acquires the tracker template by undergoing a
course of gene therapy (see More Human than
Human in the Scientific Engineering section of the
future SRD). The regimen requires 25 successful
Fortitude saving throws (DC 20).
Special Qualities: A tracker retains all the
special qualities of the character and gains the
additional special qualities listed below.
Keen Scent (Ex): Trackers,their noses genetically
enhanced, can notice characters in creatures by
scent in a 180-foot radius.
Skills: Same as the character, with a +6 species
bonus on Search and Survival checks.


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