 Like most T/RPGs, "XF" gives the player precision control over the composition and fighting style of their army.The player is given control of several plot-critical characters, and can additionally hire generic "Drifters" to strengthen their ranks.All characters (except one, Tony) have access to the game's "Class system," which allows them to change into different character classes outside of combat; each class comes with various "Skills", which allow them to perform different combat roles (offensive spellcasting, healing, item use, damage-dealing, etc.