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Message: <blockquote data-quote="theoremtank" data-source="post: 419433" data-attributes="member: 6099">I recently started thinking how great it would be if the D&D system designers had a chance to continually simplify, refine, add to, subtract from, and make more consistent the current d20 system mechanics in a new product.  I would imagine that many of these guys would jump at the chance for the pure love of RPG design.  Now I know what I am suggesting may not seem so realistic in the business world as there are deadlines and requirements to make a product concrete, but I suggest this purely for the aesthetics or RPG theory and my interest to see this great game become greater.So I suggest in addition to the core rules (which would remain as the standard) a new D&D rulebook that could be released possibly twice a year epitomizing the evolution of the d20 designers thoughts about the rule system.  This book would allow them the chance to completely rewrite rules sections that they now feel, after the fact, could be done better.  The book would not contain the entire rules sections such as those in the Players Handbook, but only the revised portions.  Thus it would not take away from sales of the PHB but only supplement them.  The books could be given versions and dates that would be clearly displayed on the front, representing the Designers works up to that point.  The new rulebook, might be called "Living D&D" or something similar to represent the evolution of the rule set and distinguish itself from the core books.I have a feeling such a product might really appeal to the "house ruling" type of customers who often feel somewhat bothered by small inconsistencies that are inherent in a concrete ruleset.  Who knows maybe this might be something profitable for WotC to consider.   The idea is probably crazy but I would really love to see the D&D system designers be allowed the chance to continue there pursuit of the ultimate RPG and hopefully make money at the same time.  Any thought (good or bad) on this idea are welcome.</blockquote>

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