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@craig : Sounds like a solid concept. It's definitely a character who would want to join this cause. Since the character is already Paragon-level, he (she?) would be either a really powerful child prodigy, or a seasoned veteran of the cause. As for ability scores, we are using standard point buy...

"Monte reinvents 4E by dumping on the feat system what should be class features; because that kind of thing worked so marvellously for the 3E fighter" At least that's how I read it. I don't know... These articles don't read like the work of someone who's been around since the dawn of the game...

YMMV. I liked them, and I like them more than a generic "Wizard". I think PF and Essentials went the right direction to have specialist Wizards with specific class features that are more than just extra spell slots. Whether these are separate classes or subclasses of a general Wizard class, I...

Question: Is there any special permission necessary to post in the Play by Post sections? I'm trying to start a campaign, and two players joined with new accounts, but they say they can't post. I have no dea why. Note: I've already asked them about the registration confirmation mail, awaiting...

I like the simplicity of the powers system. You don't have to spend a lot of time thinking about what your character can do. You don't need to negotiate with the DM whether it's possible to crest your blade in ice and smack that orc. You just go Frost Backlash *bamf* Next. That is, there is a...

96. Witty Blonde Teengirl is the new 5th core class. 96a) There are variant classes for other hair colors.

(Note to forumgoers: This game is invitation only) Dear members of the Book Club, It is time to bring the band back together. If this is your first time to play online, don't despair. We're in the same boat, and we'll figure it out as we go along. As a first step, please create an account on...

Old D&D editions work in one of three scenarios: * An experienced DM who can hold it all together despite all the little nooks and crannies * Everyone is just in for some lighthearted fun * You're in it for the nostalgia If you're looking for something that is accessible, quick to learn, fast...

I enjoy D&D, but I didn't grow up on it. Most of my gaming life, I've been playing German fantasy RPGs (Das Schwarze Auge, Arcane Codex). So really, what I want is a Sword & Sorcery RPG that plays like a charm. A lot of the "true D&Disms" that some players are so exciteable about don't matter to...

Jester: must spread XP around. So I'll just nod approvingly.

75) To properly recreate the athmosphere of playing as a teenager back in the 80ies, there is a special XP chart for fart jokes.

I voted "all six should matter", but I meant it in a bit different way. Each class should have one ability score for the two most important vectors - attack and damage (save DC for spellcasters is an attack mechanic under a different label). Depending on the class, you can switch out the...

I don't like ability penalties, because they can really ruin a good concept, like Tiefling bard or sorcerer. If anything, I prefer bonuses. However, more exotic races like pixies (Str) or half-ogres (Int) can still have penalties, I just want them to be an exception to the rule that is only...

56) Instead of playtesting, the raw rules are posted on a wiki, to be brutalized by spambots. Then printed as is. 30 years later, +5 flaming kitchen cabinets will be considered as iconic as rolling for hit points, and massive fan backlash will prevent their removal from 12th edition.

39) To appeal more to the horny male teenager (i.e. core) demographic, all PC in the PHB artwork be replaced by elf chicks or green-skinned space babes in chain mail bikinis. 40) Half of the entries in the monster manual will be replaced by cute monster girls. All of them get a second block...

There seems to be this idea that all it takes for a Fighter character to be worthwile playing is "hit monster reliably". That "high BAB" somehow equals "cool, special, good in combat". Let's analyze this. You have two pills, red and blue. Red pill: "If you roll a die to swing that sword, you...

I want perfect books as much as anyone, but humans aren't perfect and D&D is written by humans. I'd rather have them say "look, we thought this would work, but it didn't so please try this" right away when a problem becomes apparent, rather than muddle along for years until a new edition...

Skyscraper: The _mechanic_ is different, the _result_ is similar. However, the different mechanic does change the table experience, and for the better. Anyway, as for historic examples: Greek phalanx, Roman legion turtle formation, medieval forlorn hope... The idea is to have a unit in the...

Dragonborn 45%! F** yeah! Tiefling 41%! Huzzah! 'nuff said. PS: make half-races templates or whatever. I'll play a full orc if I want something with tusks. Also, sentient bears.

Incenjucar: While I like your suggestion, it's also adding a lot of complexity to the class. Just your rules text for all weapons is 283 words, and they all need to be on the character sheet. And that's just level 1. Possible? Yes. Appealing to a certain type of player? Sure. Practical? No...