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Message: <blockquote data-quote="zztong" data-source="post: 7410225" data-attributes="member: 6943414">The original post wasn't so much related to solving a problem or making a choice, but to see if there were a system out there of which I was not familiar. The dominant fantasy RPGs all seem to be converging on a superheroic level, where the PCs outclass the common man and approach godhood. But there are GMs/Players that focus on, or otherwise prefer, settings where the common man remains relevant. What are they using?Presently, I use Pathfinder and it often means I have to redefine the "common man" to make it work (give them levels). I run games in three different groups and Pathfinder is the preferred system in two of those groups where we have many DMs running in the same world/setting. With PF2e emerging, the different games are going to go their separate ways. One will likely stay PF1e. Another will go with PF2e. And with the third game I can choose whatever system I want. So I'm looking around. My temptation is to take the D&D 3.5 SRD and modify it with an eye towards the math that creates separation between the levels. For instance, maybe BABs don't advance as fast. This would be a lot of work. If there were another game that fit, I'd be open to taking a look.</blockquote>