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<blockquote data-quote="Cap'n Kobold" data-source="post: 7555974" data-attributes="member: 6802951">I think some of the conflict that you might be having is that you're conflating skill (5e proficiency bonus) with Dex, and bulk with 5e Strength.Dexterity is grace, balance, reflexes. All useful in a fight, but generally defensively for avoiding attacks and preventing yourself be placed in a vulnerable position. Strength is athleticism and the ability to generate force. Also good in a fight due to granting speed and control of your weapon, as well as your body.&nbsp;Both Conan and Bruce Lee are examples of characters with both high Str and high Dex.&nbsp;To me, D&amp;D monks are the mystics (or cheaters). They use magic to enhance their capabilities, removing the need for mundane training or an athletic physique. Conan is the Fighter or Barbarian, using armour, weapons and martial arts.&nbsp;Aaand the Mountain is a lumbering stereotype, not only literally musclebound, but also given an oversize weapon to accentuate how slow and clumsy he is.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Cap'n Kobold, post: 7555974, member: 6802951"] I think some of the conflict that you might be having is that you're conflating skill (5e proficiency bonus) with Dex, and bulk with 5e Strength. Dexterity is grace, balance, reflexes. All useful in a fight, but generally defensively for avoiding attacks and preventing yourself be placed in a vulnerable position. Strength is athleticism and the ability to generate force. Also good in a fight due to granting speed and control of your weapon, as well as your body. Both Conan and Bruce Lee are examples of characters with both high Str and high Dex. To me, D&D monks are the mystics (or cheaters). They use magic to enhance their capabilities, removing the need for mundane training or an athletic physique. Conan is the Fighter or Barbarian, using armour, weapons and martial arts. Aaand the Mountain is a lumbering stereotype, not only literally musclebound, but also given an oversize weapon to accentuate how slow and clumsy he is. [/QUOTE]

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