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  1. cmbarona

    D&D 5E (2014) Ability Scores in 5e

    I guess it depends on how you define "save." For the most part, people tend to use it to refer to the ability to resist a spell. In that context, I agree that the INT/illusion, CHA/charm idea is good. But it looks like they want to expand the idea of a save to incorporate any circumstance that...
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    Bring all your pettiest complaints about the playtest

    Wait, since when do elves poop? Anyway, maybe it's just knowing enough about church history, but I've always been bothered by the lack of INT as a useful stat for Divine characters (save the Artificer in 3e, I think). Thomas Aquinas, anyone? The reverse could be said of WIS and Arcane classes...
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    Rogues automatically suceed at Hard Tasks

    I don't have a problem with the ability per se, but I think it should have limits that it currently doesn't. Perhaps it should require additional time, or be limited to a certain number of uses per day, a number that could increase with additional levels.
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    Rogues automatically suceed at Hard Tasks

    Document: "Classes" Page 8 "Level 1: Rogue Scheme" Second paragraph Third sentence
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    Radiant stuff for Warlord

    Our DM is moving, so for our last game we're getting boosted up to 30 and able to cherry-pick some special stuff. For RP reasons, I'd like to add some radiant kick to my Warlord. For example, I'm snagging the Font of Radiance feat and I'd like to grab a radiant weapon enchantment for my...
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    Martial Controllers

    Hmm... I remember something along those lines in an old article about class design. This might be it: Dungeons & Dragons Roleplaying Game Official Home Page - Article (Character Classes) Interestingly, Mearls (again, if I linked the right article) did take a small jab at the Martial Controller...
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    Im going to sound like an idiot

    I think it would be easier to list exceptions. Perhaps that's what's throwing people off: they're thinking about saving throw bonuses backwards. It's not like other rolls where one must be concerned with the "natural" result. Bonuses are bonuses, and results are results... no need to concern...
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    Need the ability to run without getting tired

    Or I could answer the OP's question instead of making a needlessly snarky response to someone who was just trying to be helpful. Yeah, I think I'll go with that option.
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    Need the ability to run without getting tired

    Check out Martial Power 2. There's a Level 6 Martial Practice called Long-Distance Runner that lets you run for an extended period of time (up to 24 hours straight).
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    Do you want updated core books?

    Also, I voted no in the polls. I don't see an end to updates any time soon, and they haven't been too difficult to keep track of. I usually just flag the updates while skimming them for the ones I want to bother reading.
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    Do you want updated core books?

    To be frank, you're exaggerating in an unhelpful way. The updates are not bigger than the PHB by any stretch of the imagination. You are not required to read every inch of them in order to use them effectively, either, just as you are not required to read every single power. It's easy to copy...
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    July Errata is up

    Furthermore, paper publishing is a lot more complicated than it seems at first glance. Aside from formatting changes, which are much more daunting than they seem, there are a lot more factors that go into it. Just working as a bookstore clerk for a couple years and not knowing the full details...
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    Published Eberron Campaigns?

    Are there any good Eberron campaigns out there? I know there's Khyber's Harvest, and the short adventure in the Eberron Campaign Guide. I'm trying to start up a game over Google Wave with my old college friends, so my planning time is somewhat limited. Any suggestions? Or suggestions for modules...
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    Can Warforged get laid?

    In all seriousness: It seems there are four aspects to this question, and most of the answer is at the discretion of the DM's opinion concerning Warforged nature, personality, purpose, and design: Can a Warforged love? Can a Warforged lust? Can a Warforged stimulate others sexually? Can a...
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    Favorite Warlord Moments?

    I haven't compared warlords to other leaders, so this may be more leader-ubiquitous. But my experience has been that Warlords excel at handing out awesome. Mid-paragon, I was handing out some sort of hit and/or damage buff almost every round, frequently to the whole party. I focused my powers on...
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    Warlord: Heavy Blade vs. Spear

    ... because glaive is a +2 prof. instead of +3? EDIT: To be more specific, you've come up with a very nice-looking build. Combining the two makes a very neat synergy I hadn't considered before. I'd be interested to see that one in play, but it's definitely not my build. :)
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    Warlord: Heavy Blade vs. Spear

    To offer a small correction: Polearm Flanker only grants flanking for each attack I make. It doesn't offer similar benefits to teammates via Vexing Flanker, because I wouldn't be considered flanking for my teammates' attacks. On another note, why is reach "that important" for a leader? I can...
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    Warlord: Heavy Blade vs. Spear

    As the title suggests, I'm trying to decide between weapon groups for my Warlord, and I'm interested in hearing people weigh in on the pros and cons of the two weapon groups. More specifically, I'm referring to the Greatspear as part of the debate. I'm interested in comparing it to either the...
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    Supreme Inspiration and other Inspiring benefits

    Believe me, I'm inclined to agree with you. My only concern is that the text of the feat says that you may heal another target, possibly restricting the secondary benefits to healing only. I would like all of those other benefits to apply, but I realize I'm a little biased. :) Are there any...
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    Supreme Inspiration and other Inspiring benefits

    So, Supreme Inspiration is an epic feat in Martial Power: Meanwhile, I've been beefing up my Inspiring Words. I'm a Battlelord of Kord, so I have Tempestuous Inspiration. I have a Healer's Brooch and Improved Inspiring Word, which boost healing. And I have Saving Inspiration, which allows me...
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