Player Character (PC)

A Player Character (PC) is a character controlled and guided by a player in a role-playing game, such as Dungeons & Dragons or other tabletop and digital RPGs. PCs are the central figures through which players explore stories, make decisions, and interact with the game world. They typically have unique traits, skills, and backgrounds, which influence how they behave and succeed in various situations. Unlike Non-Player Characters (NPCs), which are driven by the game’s rules or a game master, PCs are directly shaped by the player's choices, making each adventure personalized and dynamic.