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Hmm, I don't know if I would allow the Anklets for the skirmish. That's why humans are the best! That is, if you don't mind only one and two level dips. Then were even. I'm pretty sure I've done that to you already. Hmm. Boots of the Skirmisher, you say? I really, really need to sit down and...

No thanks! Anything you would make up would frickin scare me! (That's a compliment, BTW)

In all seriousness, why is a Druid so friggin' awesome? Before anyone jumps on me, let me explain why I don't understand. I DM far more than I play. Over the decades, I've only seen maybe half a dozen players play a Druid (only two since 3.5). Most would whine about not being able to do...

My current Scout isn't an archer but a two weapon skirmisher. He's also human and is required to be a scoundrel type (read stealthy). So to make him even more survivable, I've been adding other single classes. For example, I have taken/will be taking: Monk for the saves, insight AC, Improved...

My favorites: Scout (because I like to survive) Cleric (because I like to control the party) Ranger (because of who I am) Bard (just because no one else will) As to powerful? Like darby said, it's more the person than the class.

There's no need to call it a house rule because it isn't. It is RAW. From your post (and the RC): 'function' means to work or operate. You can legally cast a spell within an anti-magic field yet the casting does not work since the activation of the spell is a function of the spell itself...

Hmm, how to answer this without making it totally confusing. The simple answer is that Smite Evil is not an effect. An effect is a consequence. So the consequence of getting through the DR would be the effect. Basically, one way to think about it is, is does something else happen? If you get...

IIRC, the difference is in the word 'image'. You are unaffected by gaze attacks if you are only looking at the image of the creature, e.g. by a mirror and the like. Looking at a gorgon through a window is a bad idea since you are still looking at 'it'. What you describe though is imparting...

I started in '76 with whatever edition that was (Basic?). I loved the changes from 2e to 3e simply because some of them were rules that I had already instituted, would wanted to have instituted, or fit with my own variations of 2e. 4e is radically different. One thing I'm not hearing here to a...

How long ago, in a number of years, did you first play D&D? If you feel like it indicate how long ago, especially if it was 30 plus years ago. Drat, I must've accidentally clicked the poll box again. I will repost.

Was D&D your first RPG? If not, what was?

You should check out, if you haven't: The Scout's Handbook

There "sort of" is, at least for magic items. IIRC, magical lenses and the like suffer some form of penalty if you use only one. I agree with jef that the vision could simply be a side effect. However, I feel that the ability to see, even magically, does not necessarily mean you would not 'see'...

Thanks for posting that. It helps reinforce my own beliefs. Really, I need to find some time and go through the RC rather than check it out when necessary. Is that the property next to Park Place.:eek: Yeah, I should've said you and Pers agree, IIRC, but it seems to pretty much be everyone...

Hear, hear. Unfortunately, I can't xp you again; I have to spread. I have seen this concept crop up many times over the years. A cleric refuses to waste his 'precious' healing spells on the fighter who's always in combat. "Fine," says the fighter, "then I'll just let the next monster beat on you...

How dare you quote something I really haven't read that much! (Though I thought this had been covered in the PHB, hadn't it? Or is it simply that I'm such a genius I already did it this way:D) Now to be serious. The crux of the situation: You're not going to like this, I guarantee it. Very...

Only time for a quickie. I should've made that clearer. Spiritual Weapon is not, itself, a ranged weapon, but it can be used with a ranged weapon. In that case, it would technically be a ranged weapon being used as a spell and, hence, provoke. Personally, I think that's dumb. Anyway, I'll look...

From the linK: Yeah, because being turned to stone isn't a physical impediment! (Yes, I believe I know your feelings about the FAQ) "I walk through the Wall of Force" "Umm, what? You can't." "Sure I can, the Sage says so." BTW, I love these 6 year old posts.

Right. Should've thought of that. I don't use CR/ECL/EL but for a relatively new DM, it's probably a must. Can't go TPKing the party in the first encounter, can we?

For new DMs, as mentioned already, the idea is to start out slow and work your way up. This allows you and the players gradually to become familiar with the rules and with each other. What this can mean is to start with the basics and later to look for specific rules and monsters that need said...