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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Jahydin" data-source="post: 8806410" data-attributes="member: 6984869">Hackmaster 5E. I know for many it's so crunchy they wont even attempt to play it, but it does so many things right it's hard not gush about it every chance I get.Just look at how the attributes are used:Strength: Damage, Encumbrance, Feats of Strength, Weapons that can be heldIntelligence: Attack Modifier, Building Points (used to buy skills, feats, or raise attributes)Wisdom: Initiative, Defense, Mental Saving Throws, Building PointsDexterity: Initiative, Attack Modifier, Defense Modifier, Dodge Saving Throws, Feats of AgilityConstitution: Physical Saving Throws, Hit Points, Threshold of Pain (withstand large blows knocking you out)Looks: Charisma, Starting Honor and FameCharisma: Turning (Cleric), Morale, Building Points, Starting Honor, Maximum ProtegesSome other brilliant touches:No combat rounds, everyone takes turns depending on fast their attack speedFighters have to level up to become a PaladinArmor makes you easier to hit, but absorbs damageShields are really good at blocking hits, but powerful blows can break them and carry over to you.The longer you go without a rest, the higher your EXP bonus will beAttributes have a chance to improve every levelGold always in demand thanks to being needed for better gear/repairs and leveling upIntricate Wound system, making combat dangerous and gritty, no matter HP valuesExploding Dice! (if you roll the highest value, roll again at - 1 and add it to the total)I could go on and on. If you enjoy clever takes on D&D rules, I think this is worth it just to read through for houserule inspiration.</blockquote>

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