Is_907
First Post
Hey all,
I've not ever had a chance to play anything older than 3rd edition D&D. I have a broad exposure to all sorts of RPGs ranging from homebrewed to d20 games to Warhammer 40k and have read everything in between (dying to try Savage Worlds next.)
Anyway, I'm very intrigued by OD&D and can't figure out a few things, namely the WHY in some design choices. I'm hoping to find a group that can play OD&D or a "retro clone" of it at least one or two sessions, but until then, maybe some here can answer these questions?
- Why do non-Human races advance slower through levels and/or have level caps?
Actually, that about sums it up... why are non-human PCs seemingly gimped from the start?
I LOVE the freedom and lack of "there's a rule for every little thing" in OD&D, but this question is nagging me.
I've not ever had a chance to play anything older than 3rd edition D&D. I have a broad exposure to all sorts of RPGs ranging from homebrewed to d20 games to Warhammer 40k and have read everything in between (dying to try Savage Worlds next.)
Anyway, I'm very intrigued by OD&D and can't figure out a few things, namely the WHY in some design choices. I'm hoping to find a group that can play OD&D or a "retro clone" of it at least one or two sessions, but until then, maybe some here can answer these questions?
- Why do non-Human races advance slower through levels and/or have level caps?
Actually, that about sums it up... why are non-human PCs seemingly gimped from the start?
I LOVE the freedom and lack of "there's a rule for every little thing" in OD&D, but this question is nagging me.