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So your solution to the ranger "problem" is to take expertise away from them but then give it or something similar back to them and then take expertise away from bards? To help rangers because rogues are stepping on rangers' toes? :unsure: You're still not making much of an argument. How...

Your solution to the ranger "problem" after arguing rogue scouts step on ranger toes is to take away ranger options? :unsure:

It doesn't because of spells, fighting style, weapon proficiencies and subsequently weapon masteries, favored enemy and related abilities, roving, and tireless. A scout is a nature themed rogue and not a replacement ranger. It's a spell-less alternative to a ranger as a nature themed choice...

The scout rogue can't do what the ranger does, and we're comparing a subclass to a class at that point. A fey wanderer can do a lot. ;-) Deft explorer allows the ranger to take expertise in stealth. 2024 rangers gain expertise in 3 skills instead of the 4 bards or rogues gain, but pass...

Rangers are amazing climbers and swimmers with the roving feature. The don't have to pay the extra cost of movement and qualify as "with a swim speed" or "with a climb speed" so they don't have disadvantage with weapons fighting underwater or make CON saves against exhaustion in deep water as...

A person doesn't need a trapper class the way trap design works in the DMG. The DMG lists sample traps and guidelines on how to design them. That example includes how a PC can set up the trap. Using this guideline I would say traps fall under skill actions where the player can describe a...

I'm also in the camp where I would just do this with a fighter, or possibly a rogue or barbarian, and wilderness theme them in my choices. That's one of the things I like about 5e fighters. They're easy to flavor to a concept. The impression I often get is other players are looking for...

I wouldn't call it confusing, but the 2024 rules make a big difference. Look at the glamour bard, for example. Under 2014 rules using mantle of majesty to cast command as a bonus action precludes casting anything but a cantrip using the action. Under 2024 rules this is no longer the case...

They can do stealth without using magic. You chose in your build not to. As for your further moving goalpost, wear lighter armor longer? There's no duration on that. ;-) Enhance Ability lasts a hour per casting. There are more options but the duration on a buff like that one is long and it...

I have a very straight-forward way of interpreting this. The check requires a minimum 15 to hide (become "invisible") and is also the DC for perception against how well the PC is hidden. Leaving obscurement or cover places the character into line of sight and breaks the condition. They're...

"Oh noes! My PC I made who can't sneak still can't sneak! But he can with help so Imma not playing!" ;-) No one requires you to change your game over, lol. The character doesn't need magical help. Heroic Inspiration, Bardic Inspiration, or Tactical Mind are also possible bonuses. The only...

How does it go downhill from there when your scenario of -1 to the check and starting in heavy armor was the bottom of the hill to start? I pointed out that removing the armor increased the chance of success for that character. 75% chance to fail a DC 15 check becomes 94% chance to fail with...

This is the 2024 text: See Invisibility Level 2 Divination (Bard, Sorcerer, Wizard) Casting Time: Action Range: Self Components: V, S, M (a pinch of talc) Duration: 1 hour For the duration, you see creatures and objects that have the Invisible condition as if they were visible, and you...

The difference between disadvantage on the check and no disadvantage on the check is considerable. Enhance Ability is a low level spell that's very easy for a cleric, druid, or ranger to swap in; or artificer. It's almost as easy for a wizard but does have to be in the spellbook. It's also...

Random treasure hoards. "As a rough benchmark, aim to roll on the Random Treasure Hoard table about once per game session." The base level treasure hoard is ~500gp on average for 0-4 CR. That's not bad but 5-10 CR treasure hoards are ~4400gp on average so one of the things I like about...

My point was already expressed, but yes -- the starting equipment might be the best available for a while. I've been playing a long time at this point. The small communities in remote edges of wilderness is often where the monsters are. It's a pretty common trope. I think the small village...

Nope. Players are going to argue pact of the blade lets them conjure anti-matter rifles from the DMG at 1st level. Then also ask for weapon mastery. 😜

It wasn't my guideline, lol. I read it and thought, "look at all the stuff I can't buy in a village". 🤔

Exactly. That might be the best armor or equipment available for a while. ;-)

I wasn't being critical of you or the original post. I was making a teasing jibe in general. That's what the "/sarcasm" and smiley wink meant. After that it was a general comment explaining my thoughts in response to being questioned. Hope that clarifies. :-)