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Well, yeah. And since then, the hobby has expanded, and there are now more ways that people play. As such, it became necessary to...

I'd say it's the worst of both if you adhere rigidly to the plan, and the best of both if the plan is treated as simply a plan - one...

For me, it's about making sure that the choices I make this level don't come back to bite me later on. Whatever concept I have for my...

I've definitely encountered that sentiment before. I don't think in D&D, but in literary works like the Cthulhu Mythos and Conan...

It bears repeating that both Lost Mines of Phandelver and the Nentir Vale came largely out of the mind of designer Rich Baker, who...

Opinion too complex. I care about the lore that has been established in game as a part of my campaign and alterations to that. My game...

Heh, it's funny, but, when you talk about presentation, sometimes a slightly different wording can make a big difference. For example...

Meh. The designers of a game should certainly have balance in mind as they create the various systems, including multi-classing . . ...

No, for three reasons. First, even though you don't agree, I still think that 4e rituals are not a complete substitute for the...

Thank you, this explanation helps. Apparently I misunderstood why you agreed with me about 4e powers and rituals not being as effective...

Yes, I've read the 4e DMG, although I've probably only read it cover to cover once, back when I was playing 4e. Until this thread I...

Now I'm really confused. Earlier, you said: I asked whether, given our agreement on the above point, you could see how that could lead...

Then I'm the one failing to understand your reply. I'm basically asking whether or not you can see my point of view, even though you...

Thanks for providing another in-depth response. I can't agree with your conclusion, however, that 4e necessarily supports expanding...

That also doesn't seem to answer my question. Are you unclear as to what I am asking, or would you prefer not to answer? I don't mind...