Pathfinder 1E Advanced Race Guide and amount of Racial point spent

[Wolf72]

this topic was probably covered long ago (actually have a little bit of time to putz around atm), but currently I'm attempting to update some older races from various sources (3rd party and homebrew).

I think I have the basics down on what I need to do create a race, but how strong a recommendation is the point usage.

For example, I've got a 9 RP race so far ... in standard territory, but I've included Fast Healing 1 for 6 of those RP. It's a monstrous ability and the chart recommends 20+ points. I don't want to go that high.

Should I search for more abilities to spend 11+ points,

or since I'm the one designing them stick with what fits?

 

[Crothian]

I'd stick with what fits. The system is a bit inexact so just create how you feel it should be and then see how it works out in play.

 

[Wolf72]

Ability scores

Ok, how does this work ...

Advanced (4 RP): Prerequisites: Advanced or monstrous power level; Modifiers: Pick either mental or physical ability scores. Members of this race gain a +2 bonus to all of those scores, a +4 bonus to one score of the other type, and a –2 penalty to one other ability score of the other type.

+2 to all Mental stats: +2 Int, +2 Wis, +2 Cha
+4 to other type: +4 Con
-2 to other type -2 Dex

would that be correct?