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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Sam" data-source="post: 418214" data-attributes="member: 1024">I REALLY like this idea.  I think I'm going to have to make a Staples run later today.  It's kind of like the cert concept from RPGA Living campaigns.  Wonder why I didn't think of this before....I use a lot of 4"x6" index cards.  I have one for each PC with major skills, feats, saves & ACs (Normal, Flat Footed, Touch) on them that I use for Initiative & HP tracking.  I have a set of "spell" cards that I created using the SRD and cut & paste onto a Word template and then printed out.  This set grows with each adventure, as I try to prep by creating (or pullling the already printed card) spell cards for the NPCs.I also have a set of "monster" cards that contains all important info on the montsters they are going to be encountering this session.  These are stored in a index card file, and I staple the card to 3x5 envelope that I keep the counters in (either from Fiery Dragon's sets or from Dungeon mag).  This really keeps things organized and I actually use the counters this way.I've tried to use a laptop at the table, but it just seemed to get in the way.  Now I use the PC to prep as much as possible, so there is minimal delay during the game.  If I get the chance to prep the way I like to, I shouldn't have to reference the PH for a spell description, effect, duration, etc. or look at the MM for special attacks, etc.I've gone from having a DM screen up, with a TON of stuff behind it, and a chair next to me also stacked with stuff, to no DM screen.  I now just have the module/adventure and three stacks of index cards.  It's also gotten me into the habit of rolling out in front of the PCs, which I've found everyone likes much better.--Sam</blockquote>

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