d20/3E Rules

Calling all C&C Users

feeds@yuku.com (Pale Writer) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:13:54 GMT

Hey folks! I know that Treebore has mentioned the ease that he can convert almost any system to the C&C system... the thing is that many people say that about GURPS as well, and doing it with GURPS makes almost any game a quagmire of notations and exceptions. The notion of simple systems makes me a little leery of how it actually works.

You see, I like Paizo, I'd like to support them, but I really want a system where I don't have to be Scott, Erica or BOZ to convert...

Funny rules questions

feeds@yuku.com (DestyNova1) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 19:40:53 GMT

How many levels of Hulking Hurler do I need before I can throw myself?

Also, if I throw a buddy while attached to him, and he is also a Hulking Hurler, can he then throw me while up in the air, and then I throw him? We could get some non-magical flight going on.
I could get another Hurler to work with me. I hurl myself while carrying him, then hurl him, then he catches me at the peak of my hurl and hurls me. Then I do the same for him, and we travel through...

Radiant Diamond

feeds@yuku.com (mtbdm) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:24:26 GMT

Okay so I gave out a magic item called a "Radiant Diamond" and neither I nor any of my players remember what it is or what it does. Has anyone ever heard of a magic item called a Radiant Diamond and, if so, can you tell me what it does? My best guess is that it *may* be an item out of an early issue of "Fight On!" magazine, but I am not sure of that. My game is tonight. Help!

Sincerely,
Matt the Bastard DM

3.5 and the mithril breastplate debate

feeds@yuku.com (Sen the Collector) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:45:54 GMT

Regarding DnD 3.5: do you think that the mithril breastplate should count as light armor for the purpose of armor proficiency as well?

In sage advice and the FAQ, it was ruled that since mithril breastplate counts as light armor for pretty much everything (a breastplate is normally medium armor, but mithril reduces an armor by one step lighter for most purposes), it also counts as light armor in terms of armor proficiency. In other words, if you are only proficient with light armor...

Does anyone have a copy of...

feeds@yuku.com (JeffB) — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 05:53:01 GMT

The 3.0 Player's Handbook that is the revised print with the Dungeon Magazine articles in the back (instead of the "survival guide" that came in the first print run or two)

If so, ya want to sell it cheap? or possibly trade it for some RPG items I have?

P.S. Happy Fourth, Fellow Americans!

Incorporeality Issue

feeds@yuku.com (Damien the Bloodfeaster) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:11:40 GMT

This recently came up in my Red Hand of Doom game. Evidently there is a bit of a discrepancy in how incorporeality is handled in the DMG vs. the MM. (I've bolded the relevant detail.)

From the DMG section on incorporeality:

Incorporeal creatures can be harmed only by other incorporeal creatures, by magic weapons, or by spells, spell-like effects, or supernatural effects. They are immune to all nonmagical attack forms. They are...

3.5: how would you interpret this?

feeds@yuku.com (Sen the Collector) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:34:37 GMT

I'm unsure how to interpret this ability from the book "The Divine and the Defeated":

"Worshippers... may make one extra sneak attack against a vulnerable target."

The text seems to say that the person can make an extra attack in a round (presumably at their highest base attack bonus) as long as they are making a sneak attack.

This seems pretty powerful, considering that this is an invocation ability that can potentially be used more than...

Dramatic Entrance rule

feeds@yuku.com (DestyNova1) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:18:33 GMT

Something that has been running around in my mind for those who run more cinematic games: Dramatic Entrance. If a character enters into a suitable situation,(Combat being the biggest one.) They can promptly unleash an action as a swift action that has a bonus to succeed. A warrior's attack strikes true, a wizard's spell goes off in a flash, and a speedy character can move themselves into a choice position. It is up for the GM to decide if the...

Charge and me.

feeds@yuku.com (Xiltyn the Lord of Death) — Sun, 03 May 2009 16:53:42 GMT

Is it me or is the book contradictory on whether or not charge provkes an AoO? and to clarify I had someone charge through a huge creatures(Titan) threat zone.

Does Lifesense trump Hide from Undead?

feeds@yuku.com (DnDChick) — Sun, 03 May 2009 08:13:39 GMT

I made a ruling last week, and I'm not sure if I was correct or not. So, I'm asking for some input. I have a few hours before my game, so here goes...

The party rogue was acting under a potion of hide from undead. He stole an item, which sparked an attack by a dread wraith that was guarding it.

The dread wraith has life sense, which means that it can see living creatures as if it had blindsight. Hide from undead mentions senses such as blindsight and blindsense,...

Star Wars Saga Edition Question

feeds@yuku.com (DnDChick) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:57:47 GMT

I know this is a bit off-topic for the Necro-boards, but I'm having an issue and want some advice from other d20 GMs. I avoid the WotC boards like the troll-riddled plague they are.

I'm currently running the "Dawn of Defiance" adventure path for Star Wars Saga Edition. (Love it! They got it right! SWSE is one of the best iterations of a Star Wars RPG to date, IMO!)

Anyway... here's the...

5' step to avoid attack

feeds@yuku.com (Creed) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:26:22 GMT

Hi Necomancers, demons and assorted undead,

I have been lurking for some time and hope to tap your knowledge for an odd situation.

My character was fighting a demon that I knew would hit me hard on the next swing. The demon had just cast true strike (+20 to hit) and I figured he would use power attack on the next swing. The demon was 10' away from me.

For my next action, I readied an action to attack then take a 5' step away (out of his reach) as soon...

3.5 Summon Monster and Summon Nature's Ally

feeds@yuku.com (nymoreon) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:03:31 GMT

Ok I once again am either confused and remembering the 3.5 rules wrong. I thought that if you fell unconscious or died that these spells ended. But when it come up in play tonight I couldn't find rules to back it up. So am I out in left field or just missing the rule?

Lyre of Building

feeds@yuku.com (mtbdm) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:03:13 GMT

I have a 3.5 magic item question:

My problem is that my PCs have acquired (admittedly my fault) one of the most poorly defined magic items in the game. The lyre of building:

Lyre of Building

If the proper chords are struck, a single use of this lyre negates any attacks made against all inanimate construction (walls, roof, floor, and so on) within 300 feet. This includes the effects of a horn of blasting, a disintegrate spell, or an attack from a ram or...

Help with a Duskblade Dragon Disiple

feeds@yuku.com (nymoreon) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:31:45 GMT

So I haven't played 3.5 in over a year and I am starting my new character. I like to plan out my characters in advance whenever possible. I am currently trying to decide on my feats for the character.

The character is a Human Duskblade Str 18 Dex 15 Con 15 Int 16 Wis 12 Cha 11. I will take five levels of Duskblade then ten of Dragon Disiple and end with five more of Duskblade.

So here goes the feats. I know I will take Power Attack ( combined with True Strike and a...

Mac's 3.5 House Rules

feeds@yuku.com (MacPhail) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:16:24 GMT

Just compiling and revising these for an upcoming campaign start, if anyone wants to have a look. The group is composed of one 1E veteran, two relative newcomers (second campaign for them), and a first timer. They're starting at 1st level and heading towards The Grey Citadel. Feedback is most welcome.

House Rules for the 'Hellems Hellions' Eamonvale Campaign

Hero...

Non-lethal combat skill challenge (3.5)

feeds@yuku.com (leadjunkie) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:55:24 GMT
I'm planning an encounter where the PCs (6 3rd Lvl) will be challenged to breach a shield wall to get to the leader and cause him harm. 30 War2 will be formed in two ranks (with Shield Wall feat, +2 AC) with a Ftr3 behind them. The combatants will be using non-lethal attacks, so will suffer -4 to attack rolls. I am anticipating the PCs trying to use Bull Rush or Overrun (taking the inevitable AoO).

A successful Bull Rush would push the first rank into the second rank (perhaps...

Hypnotize Spell

feeds@yuku.com (kenmckinney) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 17:40:35 GMT
Hey,

I've just started a new online 3.5 game and had to referee the Hypnotize spell for the first time. In the past, my players have always chosen sleep or color spray.

A question came up between games on whether the effect of the hypnotize spell on an opponent was broken by combat. Essentially, one of my players hypnotized two bad guys at the
start of a battle and we are wondering whether they stay hypnotized or come out of it. We have only fought the first...

Spellstitched

feeds@yuku.com (leadjunkie) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:31:01 GMT
The spellstitched template in MMII and as updated in Complete Arcane indicates that only Sorcerers and Wizards can create spellstitched undead. Can anyone think of a good reason why Clerics should not be allowed to create spellstitched undead?

New Warlock Pacts?

feeds@yuku.com (Sykoholic) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:26:22 GMT
Have any 4E publishers put out any new pacts for Warlocks beyond just the three in the PHB?