create-template

Generate Obsidian Markdown template skeletons with YAML frontmatter for worldbuilding categories.

4|Updated Jan 21, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #template #markdown #consistency #Obsidian #frontmatter #worldbuilding

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npx skills add https://github.com/hopeoverture/Worldbuilding-System --skill create-template

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Skill: create-template
Source: https://github.com/hopeoverture/Worldbuilding-System/tree/main/.claude/skills/create-template
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hopeoverture/Worldbuilding-System --skill create-template

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps worldbuilders rapidly scaffold a new Obsidian template for a fantasy vault, ensuring consistency and saving time when expanding with new entity types.

Core Features & Use Cases

Template scaffolding: Generates a complete Markdown template skeleton with YAML frontmatter and standardized sections.
Category-aware naming: Enforces Title Case filenames for common worldbuilding categories (Characters, Settlements, Items, Creatures, Organizations, Concepts, History, Geography).
Consistency enforcement: Ensures required fields like name, aliases, and status are present and set to draft.
Use Case: Imagine adding a Tavern template; this skill outputs the full template structure ready to customize.

Quick Start

Use the create-template skill to generate a new template for a specific category and entity type, such as a "Tavern.md" in the Characters or Settlements folders.

Frequently Asked Questions about create-template

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I create an Obsidian worldbuilding template with consistent YAML frontmatter?▼

To create an Obsidian worldbuilding template, this skill generates a Markdown skeleton with standardized YAML frontmatter fields like name, aliases, status, and tags. It outputs a properly named Title Case file with category-specific sections for immediate use.

What is the best way to scaffold a Markdown template for fantasy worldbuilding entities?▼

The best way to scaffold a Markdown worldbuilding template is using automated generation to enforce consistency. This approach creates a complete structure with standardized sections like Overview, History, Key Figures, Secrets, and Image Prompts for categories like Characters or Settlements.

Can I generate specific Obsidian templates for different worldbuilding categories like Creatures and Organizations?▼

Yes, you can generate specific Obsidian templates for worldbuilding categories including Characters, Settlements, Items, Creatures, Organizations, Concepts, History, and Geography. Each template receives a category-specific structure tailored to its entity type.

How do I ensure required fields like status are set correctly when adding new worldbuilding templates?▼

To ensure required fields are set correctly when adding worldbuilding templates, this skill enforces mandatory YAML frontmatter fields and sets default values like draft for the status field. This maintains vault consistency across all newly created entity types.

Does this worldbuilding template generator enforce Title Case filenames for Obsidian vaults?▼

Yes, this worldbuilding template generator enforces Title Case filenames for Obsidian vaults. It automatically outputs properly named Markdown files such as Tavern.md or Trade Guild.md based on the specified entity type.