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<blockquote data-quote="joelesko" data-source="post: 8918299" data-attributes="member: 97901"><p>Hi All,</p><p></p><p>I just published a new major version of the ruleset that I use to run and teach a rules-light version of D&D 5e. </p><p></p><p>I'm open to any questions and feedback. Thanks!</p><p></p><p>PDFs here:</p><p><a href="https://frostyfreeze.itch.io/dnd-story-mode-5e" target="_blank"><strong>https://frostyfreeze.itch.io/dnd-story-mode-5e</strong></a></p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]273986[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]273987[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]273988[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]273992[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><p><span style="font-size: 22px">What is D&D Story Mode?</span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Simpler Rules</strong>. Story Mode streamlines D&D 5th Edition so you can spend less time "rule-playing" and more time role-playing.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Cinematic</strong>. It add elements of cinematic storytelling to help you create sessions that feel more like movies and novels.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Beginner-Friendly</strong>. Using Story Mode, I have successfully introduced dozens of new players to D&D. In a single 4-hour session, you can create new characters, learn the basic rules, and complete a short adventure.</li> </ul><p></p><p><span style="font-size: 22px">What’s Included:</span></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Re-designed character sheet</strong>. Revised for clarity and ease of use.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Character creation guide</strong>. Easy, step-by-step character creation.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Spell Point system</strong>. A more straight-forward approach to spellcasting.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Gameplay variants</strong>. Inspiration, Resting, Initiative, and more.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Reference sheets</strong>. Class features, cheat sheets, etc.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>First session guide</strong>. How to run the first game, with intro adventure.</li> </ul><p><span style="font-size: 22px">Why use Story Mode?</span></p><p></p><p>Compared to past editions, D&D 5th Edition does a good job of bringing back a simpler level of gameplay.</p><p></p><p>However, it is still a complicated game, and is especially intimidating to those who are new to D&D.</p><p></p><p>You should try Story Mode if:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You want to teach new players the basics of D&D and roleplaying, without overwhelming them.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You have a limited amount of time to play, and want to focus on the most entertaining parts of D&D.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">You prefer to run D&D with more cinematic flavor.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Happy Adventuring!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="joelesko, post: 8918299, member: 97901"] Hi All, I just published a new major version of the ruleset that I use to run and teach a rules-light version of D&D 5e. I'm open to any questions and feedback. Thanks! PDFs here: [URL='https://frostyfreeze.itch.io/dnd-story-mode-5e'][B]https://frostyfreeze.itch.io/dnd-story-mode-5e[/B][/URL] [ATTACH type="full" width="355px" alt="full_cover.png"]273986[/ATTACH][ATTACH type="full" width="354px" alt="screenshot2.png"]273987[/ATTACH][ATTACH type="full" width="355px" alt="charsheet_thumb.png"]273988[/ATTACH][ATTACH type="full" width="354px"]273992[/ATTACH] [SIZE=6]What is D&D Story Mode?[/SIZE] [LIST] [*][B]Simpler Rules[/B]. Story Mode streamlines D&D 5th Edition so you can spend less time "rule-playing" and more time role-playing. [*][B]Cinematic[/B]. It add elements of cinematic storytelling to help you create sessions that feel more like movies and novels. [*][B]Beginner-Friendly[/B]. Using Story Mode, I have successfully introduced dozens of new players to D&D. In a single 4-hour session, you can create new characters, learn the basic rules, and complete a short adventure. [/LIST] [SIZE=6]What’s Included:[/SIZE] [LIST] [*][B]Re-designed character sheet[/B]. Revised for clarity and ease of use. [*][B]Character creation guide[/B]. Easy, step-by-step character creation. [*][B]Spell Point system[/B]. A more straight-forward approach to spellcasting. [*][B]Gameplay variants[/B]. Inspiration, Resting, Initiative, and more. [*][B]Reference sheets[/B]. Class features, cheat sheets, etc. [*][B]First session guide[/B]. How to run the first game, with intro adventure. [/LIST] [SIZE=6]Why use Story Mode?[/SIZE] Compared to past editions, D&D 5th Edition does a good job of bringing back a simpler level of gameplay. However, it is still a complicated game, and is especially intimidating to those who are new to D&D. You should try Story Mode if: [LIST] [*]You want to teach new players the basics of D&D and roleplaying, without overwhelming them. [*]You have a limited amount of time to play, and want to focus on the most entertaining parts of D&D. [*]You prefer to run D&D with more cinematic flavor. [/LIST] Happy Adventuring! [/QUOTE]
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