Companion Modification Files
These files specify the bonuses that "enhanced companions", such as familiars and a Paladin's special mount, receive from associating with the character.
Tag Name: SWITCHRACE
Variable(s) Used: >current race<|>new race<
Example(s): SWITCHRACE:Animal|Magical Beast
WHAT IT DOES: The SWITCHRACE changes a regular animal to an "enhanced companion" type; normal companions, who do not gain special abilities from the PC, will not be affected. SWITCHRACE tags should be grouped at the beginning of the file; each SWITCHRACE tag is kept on a line of its own.
Tag Name: FOLLOWER
Variable(s) Used: >class(es)<=>level<
Example(s): FOLLOWER:Paladin=5
Example(s): FOLLOWER:Sorcerer,Wizard=1
WHAT IT DOES: This is a comma delimited list of classes. If the "master" meets the required level in the tag, then the companion gains all the benefits as described by the other tags in the line.
Tag Name: TYPE
Variable(s) Used: Text
Example(s): TYPE:Familiar
WHAT IT DOES: Used to define what the creature is for purposes of display on the resources tab.
Tag Name: HD
Variable(s) Used: Number
Example(s): HD:2
WHAT IT DOES: Gives the companion bonus hit dice of its creature type