# OSCharacter — Old School Character Sheet App

> Offline-first RPG character sheet app with guided creation and live stat recalculation. (iPhone/iPad app by Blake DeRusha.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oscharacter/id6753129332 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blake DeRusha](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836522165)
- Category: Reference, Games, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.25/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.5 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-09-29
- Data updated: 2026-07-17
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oscharacter/id6753129332/reviews.md

## What is OSCharacter?

OSCharacter is a focused character manager for old-school fantasy roleplaying games. Build characters, keep their live sheet ready at the table, and manage the details that usually slow play down.

Create characters with guided generation, then track ability scores, combat stats, saving throws, inventory, coins, treasure, spells, retainers, languages, and notes in one place. OSCharacter keeps key derived values close at hand so your character is easy to reference during play.

Features include:

• Guided character creation
• Live character sheets
• Ability scores and saving throws
• Combat stats, HP, armor, weapons, and ammunition
• Inventory, coins, treasure, and encumbrance
• Known and prepared spells
• Retainers and loyalty tracking
• Character notes
• PDF character sheet export
• Optional OSReferee export with Premium
• Premium one-time upgrade for unlimited characters

OSCharacter is built for fast table use: open the app, pick your character, and play.

## Key features

- Guided character creation flow
- Live stat recalculation (HP, AC, etc.)
- Table-side adjustment tools
- Detailed inventory and encumbrance management
- Spellbook management with prep tracking
- Multi-character binder with search
- Exportable PDF character sheets

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oscharacter/id6753129332/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Even better with the update!

*2026-01-17*

Really appreciate the update being able to change the PC name after creation AND the new classes added! Wow! Keep up the updates!

### 4/5 — Good App

*2025-11-03*

Works well for core rules. Nice interface. Would love the ability to add more classes from all the Necrotic Gnome and 3rd party materials.

## Frequently asked questions about OSCharacter

### How long does it take to create a character with OSCharacter?

Creating a table-ready sheet takes under two minutes thanks to the guided creation flow. This process covers ability scores, classes, languages, equipment, and spells with dedicated UI for each step.

### Does OSCharacter require an internet connection?

No, OSCharacter is an offline-first companion that saves everything locally. It offers optional iCloud sync when you are ready to mirror your binder across devices.

### How does OSCharacter handle in-game adjustments?

You can make table-side adjustments instantly, entering damage or healing, adding XP with auto-calculated bonuses, and managing coin purses. Retainer wages, loyalty, gear, and statuses are also tracked in context.

### Can I manage my spellbook with OSCharacter?

Yes, the app features a spellbook manager with automatic slot grids, known-spell caps, prepared/cast tracking, and rest resets. It includes per-level prep flows tailored to each class.

### What devices does OSCharacter support?

OSCharacter is available on iPhone and iPad, supporting offline use and optional iCloud sync across your Apple devices.

### How is my character data stored and managed?

You have control over your data with on-device storage and optional iCloud sync toggles. The app also provides manual upload/download controls and conflict review tools.

### Can I customize the rules in OSCharacter?

Yes, you can customize your table rules with optional AC presentation, encumbrance modes, HP rerolls, individual initiative, sub-par rerolls, and variable weapon damage toggles.

### Does OSCharacter have ads?

No, OSCharacter does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed to be a helpful companion for your tabletop role-playing games.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.1 — 2026-07-10

Fixed a bug with iCloud sync.

### 2.5 — 2026-05-17

* 2.5 introduces Premium upgrade to enable Export to OSReferee, allowing players to share .xml files with their referee that seamlessly upload their character's relevant game statistics to the new OSReferee app for tracking.

### 2.0.1 — 2026-04-26

* Ability Scores in Guided Character Creation have been re-ordered so "3d6 down the line" is rolled in correct order.
* Fixed an issue where exporting an Elf character cause the app to hang/crash.

### 2.0 — 2026-01-16

* Advanced Fantasy Classes are now available (all mechanics that utilize app logic exist within the app; however, Class Feature descriptions reference the Old School Essentials: Advanced Fantasy books by Necrotic Gnome; for users who own these books/pdfs, a new "Classes" tab has been implemented to allow manual entry of Class Feature descriptions)
* New “Classes” tab in the main navigation: browse all classes and edit Hit Die, Prime Requisites, and class features.
* Class edits auto‑save and apply everywhere: Guided Creation, existing characters, and rules calculations update immediately.
* Hit Die changes are retroactive: existing characters show a “Roll New HP” button in Combat Stats; roll once to update HP for their level after making changes to Hit Die type in the Classes Tab.
* Multi‑prime classes in Guided Creation now let you choose which prime requisite to adjust in Guided Creation.
* Edit Name is now enabled from the Live Sheet, after Guided Creation.
* Class feature level gates updated.
* Inventory/magic item pickers respect class equipment/magic restrictions.
* Settings: “Reset Classes to Defaults”, Manual Rolls, Advanced Fantasy Classes, with a confirmation prompt.

### 1.1 — 2025-10-17

* Added iCloud sync.
* Added character image upload.
* Added PDF character export using the Official Old-School Essentials Character Sheet and Spell Sheet from Necrotic Gnome.
* Overhauled UI, optimized for iOS 26 (Liquid Glass).
* Polished Guided Generation Flow for creating new characters.
* Cleaned up the Inventory Management screen UI.
* Moved Coins into the Wealth menu.
* Moved XP card to the bottom of the Ability Scores tab.
* Added Retainer cards to Combat tab for easy reference during combat.
* Streamlined space in the Learn Spell sheet by appending spell descriptions to a trailing info button.
* Fixed a bug where Retainer Level displayed incorrectly in the Retainer Card.
* Reworked Dark Mode toggle to include an option for “Match System” to match user-preferred system colors.

## More apps by Blake DeRusha

- [ContentTracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contenttracker/id6751734668)
- [OSReferee](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/osreferee/id6769613099)

All apps by Blake DeRusha: https://appshunter.io/developer/1836522165

## Related topics

[character sheet](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/character-sheet)

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