I am considering making a heroic game based in the fairy tale world. Players can choose almost any literary character before the 1940s
So, the could play anything from Frankenstein's monster to Jack, from Jack and the beanstalk.
But that means that there will be magic. I will use the adage that all magic comes with a price.
For example, Merlin ages every time he does a spell. He's really in his 20s, but looks like he's in his 80s.
Question 1. Who would you like your character to meet?
Question 2. What are some common archetypes (besides pirate, knight, princess, or thief)?
Question 3. How else can I make this balanced between magical beings and heroic characters?