CharGen

CharGen is an AI-powered fantasy art generator that creates characters, NPCs, monsters, and maps for TTRPGs. It offers a free tier with daily generations and supports character sheet uploads for D&D 5e and Pathfinder.

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Pricing

Freemium

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is CharGen?

CharGen is an AI-powered platform designed for tabletop RPG enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive toolkit for generating fantasy content. Users can create detailed characters, NPCs, monsters, settlements, taverns, and maps with AI, leveraging over 160 AI image models and 70+ art styles. A standout feature is the ability to upload character sheets (D&D 5e, Pathfinder, Call of Cthulhu, etc.) and automatically generate matching AI portraits without manual prompting. Beyond art generation, CharGen provides tools for session management, including automated session notes, summaries, and a Discord bot for live transcription. It also includes a free VTT token maker and various style transformations for existing art, making it an all-in-one solution for game masters and players alike.

Best used for

Ideal for game masters and players who need to rapidly generate fantasy art for characters, NPCs, and monsters, create detailed campaign elements like settlements and taverns, and manage session notes. Especially valuable for D&D and TTRPG enthusiasts looking to streamline content creation and enhance their games visually.

Common actions

generate fantasy art

create RPG characters

design game assets

summarize game sessions

make VTT tokens

Capabilities

Key features

AI character portrait generation
NPC/monster/settlement generators
Character sheet upload
VTT token maker
Session summarizer
Discord bot transcription
160+ AI image models

Target Audience

game masters (gms)tabletop rpg playerscontent creatorsindie game developers

Integrations

discord

Pricing & Plans

Freemium

Free: 10 daily credits. Plus: £9/month. Check char-gen.com for other plans.

FAQs

How do gold credits work on CharGen?

Gold is CharGen's universal credit currency. Each AI generation costs a certain amount of gold, with standard models typically costing 1 gold per image and premium models costing more. Your gold balance is always visible, and free users receive 10 gold daily.

Can I use images generated with CharGen for commercial purposes?

Commercial usage rights are included with Elite and Ultimate subscriptions. Images generated under the Free and Plus plans are intended for personal use only. One-time gold pack images follow the terms of your current subscription tier.

Does CharGen offer a free trial or free tier?

Yes, CharGen offers a free tier that provides 10 free gold credits daily. This allows users to explore over 160 AI models, access the community gallery, and participate in competitions without requiring a credit card.

What types of character sheets can CharGen read for art generation?

CharGen can read character sheets from various tabletop RPG systems, including D&D 5e, Pathfinder 2e, and Call of Cthulhu. You can upload PDFs, screenshots, or paste D&D Beyond links, and the AI will generate a matching portrait.

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