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Folks, I am looking for a system that is like Battletech/MechWarrior that has static weapon damage, and a limited number of hit points. This would enable for a quick and fast play; however, I want it to be simple for more of a tactical rpg game. Armor might had HP to characters, but only on a...

Folks, Can someone point me in the right direction with a conversion of the AD&D 2E edition of Psionic for use with the RC (Rules Cyclopedia) or earlier editions of D&D. I am trying to give a different feel some alien like race that uses Psionic powers oppose to magic. I am in the process of...

Folks I am looking for ideas. I am making a simple 2d6 game mechanic system that combines Classic Traveller with OD&D, which player rolls 2d6 for STR, CON, DEX, INT, WIS and CHR (looks familiar). Damage (HP) will be static – STR + CON + WIS = HP total Due to the latter, I am very torn –...

In a new idea, I am making all weapons do static damage of 1d6; however, larger weapons can roll 2d6 or 3d6 (depending on weapon) and keep the largest single dice roll. So, for example: Two-Handed sword would use 2d6, and you keep the highest roll. Due to the latter, what does the math look...

Folks: Over the holiday weekend, I found a copy of my old Oriental Adventures AD&D 1E from 1985. In addition, I found my Ninja splat book for AD&D 2E; however, recently I have fully switched over to Rules Cyclopedia (RC) or old D&D play style. Due to the latter, I am looking for ideas on how to...

Help with my math - Does the d66 dice roll system, 1/36 chance - does this create a true Linear scale? Trying to run OD&D with just six sided (d6) dice. I want to ditch the d20, so can I go the 3d6 route? Does that change anything with the bonuses/ Penalties? Do I match the percentage chance on...

Folks, I am drafting a cheap and quick game that uses 2d6 dice rolls and base success is 7+. I understand that gives me a range of TN 2-12; however, I am looking for target numbers that are greater than 12. I guess what I am looking for is d20 and TN, but using 2d6. How would I calculate...

WEG – multiple shots Folks, I am confused at something, and wanted to hear what others do. I noticed some weapons have a ‘rate of fire’ rating – while others do not. Does that mean weapons with no “rate of fire’ can shoot multiple times during an action? If so does that mean the second shot...

Folks, I just picked a copy of Mechwarrior RPG 1st edition in a bulk sale. At the time I did not know what it was; however, I am familiar with Battletech. I have read through it and it looks pretty cool; however, I have not been able to find any modules for this game. I have been able to find...

Folks, I just started running a game session with the AFF2 rule set due to it being simple, and light. However, I want to add some weapons into the system to give it a twist on my world. Has anyone added firearms? Were there any books that introduced firearms into the game rules? Currently I...

Folks I noticed that Rules Cyclopedia (RC) does not have stats/rules for Elf-F/T. Due to the latter, how hard would it be to create or House Rule this into RE? I cut my teeth on AD&D 2E; however, for some strange reason I want to try a ‘back to basic’ type game. Currently – my game is getting...

I am looking over the DM Guide and noticed there is an optional rule, which gives bonuses and penalties to hit – which is based on damage type and targeted armor. This made me think – has there ever been a detailed chart, which gives bonuses and penalties based on the weapon used opposed to...

After playing a small game session yesterday with the Rules Cyclopedia – I am hooked on how simple and fluid the game is and leans heavy on the DM to make choices. Due to the latter, I think I am going to start and run a small RC rule based game; however, I usually throw in a good number of...

Folks: I am a long time AD&D 2E player (since ’92); however, I recently discovered the D&D and Basic Rules in the Dungeons & Dragon Rules Cyclopedia. I like some of the ideas, which keeps the game simple, and fast. Due to heavy work schedule - I am looking for something that plays fast, which...

Folks: I was looking for some different systems, and I found the following game from Japan called Sword World. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sword_World_RPG I know nothing about it - other then it uses 2d6, which has a special place in my heart, which started way back when during my Traveller...

I am reading through the Complete Fighter’s Handbook (CFH) this rainy Saturday, and started to wonder – “has any module or game accessory used the different rules presented in the CFH”? If I allow my PC to use the rules from the CFH – will it totally unbalance the game? Without customizing NPC...

Folks: I am looking for the 2nd edition stats for the: Lupins, Rakasta and Tortles. I believe these races came from the Red Steel box set; however, I believe some started their lives a great deal sooner. Also, looking for the stats of the odd claw like weapons the Rakasta used…however, not...

So, I am drafting another leg of my adventure that resembles aspects of the film Labyrinth. Due to the latter, I am introducing mild firearms, which have the ability to do auto fire. Like those crazy little goblins that look like a walking trash-can with a machine gun barrel. Currently I am...

Folks: I am thinking about writing something up for different unarmed combat rules for 2E. Currently, my group is using the Unarmed table; however, we find it odd that we are able to get a percentage chance of knocking someone out, and individuals who use weapons do not. The latter, was even...

Folks: I have a copy of 1E Oriental Adventures (book 2018) and just picked up OA6 Adventure - Ronin Challenge (book 9257) by Curtis Smith & Rick Swan from an online auction; however, I noticed that the module is 2nd addition. What changes were done for the 1E to 2E? Will I have to modify...