This software makes it easy to make and manage characters. Jim's note: You should use the premade ones when you first start the beginner box games. They are a nice balanced party and it kind of assumes you will use them. Also, if you want your kids to do work, make them do it on paper. :) On a windows computer: 1. Install the hl62d_starter_win_install software. 2. Install the pdfcanvas16_win_install software. 3. After both are installed, you can start the hero lab software. Hit the check for updates and have it update the character images. 4. Select Pathfiner Beginner Box and start making characters. :)