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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Michael Morris" data-source="post: 2629853" data-attributes="member: 87">Ok, here are some of the comparisons I was going to make for the argument that 3e is less complicated than 1e.1e has, what, 9 saving throws (5 main types, some with subtypes), and sometimes it isn't clear which one to use (potion of fiery breath anyone?) .  3e has 3 saves.1e requires at least 1 chart (THAC0) to be referrenced during play.  3e has no charts used during play.1e has 3 main event resolution mechanics - attack roll (roll high), prof check (roll low), percentile (thief skills).  3e has only 1 mechanice (d20 + mod >= target number, you succeed).In 1e each class has it's own XP chart.  In 3e there is only 1 XP chart.There are two forms of multiclassing in 1e, there is only 1 in 3e.Any others in the Realm of player experience I'm forgetting?</blockquote>