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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Oofta" data-source="post: 7251243" data-attributes="member: 6801845">I wouldn't be too concerned about it; it's just part of the game that PCs will get new stuff and use it to curb-stomp your carefully planned encounter now and then.  In the words of a certain animated character, you need to let it go.  Accept that it's going to happen now and then and adjust future fights accordingly.When someone pulls a rabbit out of their hat I will sometimes ask what it is and look it up (preferably after the game) so I understand it and ensure I agree with how it should work in the future.  But there are so many different paths and options even with the relatively limited size of 5E that it's impossible.If you're really concerned about it, discuss it offline with your players.  When they get close to leveling up, ask them what cool new stuff their character is going to get at next level.  That way you have a chance to read up on the spell/power before they use it.  Another option is that since it sounds like you're all learning the game, it may not be a bad idea to do a "rules" review when you sit down before you play.  Let the players explain their new summon bunny power and you can all have a minute to read the rules together.The advantage of that is that there will always be some things you need to make a ruling on - for example does a shield stack with barkskin*?*The answer is no, barkskin sets your AC to a minimum of 16 according to <a href="http://media.wizards.com/2017/dnd/downloads/SA-Compendium.pdf" target="_blank">Sage Advice</a>.</blockquote>

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