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I think I would go one simpler than this. Since neither the party nor the ogre in this scenario are actively searching for signs of trouble, I'd just compare the highest passive perception of the party with the passive perception of the ogre. -Dan'L

Responding to several things, in no particular order: - The implement/weapon/item toss juggling could be solved by allowing artificers to use a particular ranged weapon as an implement (perhaps a sling or handcrossbow, which have loading as a free action). This way, the power could use the...

Indeed, the Warlock is actually more restricted than other multi-classing routes. With Pact Initiate, you can ONLY take the Warlock PP which corresponds with your chosen pact. With other multi-class feats, you have the option of ANY of that class' PPs. -Dan'L

I would consider using the Star Pact at-will, Dire Radiance, as the Dilletante. You've got the high Con for it, and used with the Divine Challenge, can set up a "damned if you do, damned if you don't" situation. Plus, it picks up on the Paladin's use of the Radiance keyword. You'd have to...

I was wondering, if you were planning to stay single-classed but wanted to pick up a Skill Training feat, mightn't you be better off grabbing a cross-class feat instead? -Dan'L

Well, this one at least should be easy. TWD provides a +1 shield bonus. A light shield provides a +1 shield bonus. Typed bonuses don't stack. -Dan'L

The goblin archer's readied action is an "immediate reaction." Meaning, if he doesn't see her until she attacks, then her attack goes off first, and she clearly has combat advantage. But he will see her when she attacks, since attacking breaks the stealthy. If she regains/maintains cover...

This is a fallacious line of reasoning. Essentially, you are saying that since Circle=Shape and Square=Shape, then Circle=Shape=Square. As far as using a Long Bow as an improvised weapon, remember that the specific rule overwrites the general rule in 4e. So, while generally you cannot use a...

Exactly, but some classes are better at filling in for other roles. I think the best single-class party would be Warlords or Clerics, because all that healing can help the party last through the longer battles that you'll have without strikers or controllers, and they can tank moderately well...

Yes, my understanding is that it is essentially: On your turn you must sustain your Divine Challenge against the target you challenged, or challenge a different target. If you do neither by the end of your turn, the marked condition ends and you can't use Divine Challenge on your next turn...

Well, discussion about what single-race parties would work the best got me thinking... What about single class parties? I know that this was certainly achievable in 3.5, but with the more role-focused nature of 4e, is it still possible? I think so, but let's look. My thoughts: CLERIC - good...

Thanks! I had to run off to play a session, and wasn't quite sure how to fix it, anyhow. And yes, I suppose nothing hugely revelatory was established by this, but I think that even this little bit is interesting. And I found it useful information when considering class/race combos. I...

Let me preface this with the caveat that I understand that there are many more considerations to picking class/race combos than ability scores. I get that, I really do. I just find looking at this aspect can reveal a few things. I compared what ability scores are most commonly pumped among...

Thanks! That's how I interpreted it, too. Just something I saw posted here confused me. -Dan'L

Question: With the Rogue's "Positioning Strike" attack, does the Artful Dodger build's Charisma modifer replace the 1 square, or get added to it? Basically do they slide [Cha] or 1+[Cha]? I understood the former, but someone in another post here has interpreted the latter; reading it now...

Personally, I take any CSA response with a heavy dosage of salt. They're typically hired for their abilities to be personable to irate and confused strangers than their understanding of the whys and wherefores of a company's products, policies, and intentions. Often times their only training...

But when you stand up, it's another move, which would require another stealth action :/ Once standing, you have potentially given up cover or concealment, and then any creature that has unblocked line of sight can see you, losing your CA. Before you attack. And really, all that the initial...

Quick, honest question: Why not start at 1st level, since: A) You and your players are all new to the system and B) You don't seem to be trying to bridge over existing characters, anyway. -Dan'L

Take a note from the first part of the Stealth breakdown: "STEALTH: Part of whatever action you are trying to perform stealthily." Staying in one spot is not an action, cover or no. So, popping up and down from behind a barrel isn't going to cut it. The once-per-encounter Bluff distraction...