Choose a kobold lineage or species option from your campaign’s allowed rules
Decide your class based on the role you want to play
Assign ability scores to match your class and concept
Pick a background that fits your character’s history
Select skills, tools, and languages from your class and background
Choose starting equipment or starting gold
Define your kobold’s appearance, age, and personality
Decide on a name and any clan or tribe ties
Pick traits, ideals, bonds, and flaws
Choose spells, fighting style, or other class features if applicable
Review your racial or species traits and apply them to your sheet
Work with your DM to confirm any setting-specific kobold details