Questions relating to Dungeons & Dragons as a whole, or to multiple versions of Dungeons & Dragons.
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Dark Lord knowledge in Ravenloft
When in Ravenloft, would the town in question know that the Dark Lord is indeed, say, a vampire? That he or she would be the real ruler of that Domain?
For example: Barovia. Strahd has been there for ...
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Cavalier, Acrobat, Barbarian
What's the name of the AD&D book (1st Edition) that has the other character classes that were popularized in the Saturday morning cartoon?
I'm talking about the Cavalier, Acrobat, Barbarian, ...
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Could non-lethal damage draw blood?
Can non lethal damage draw blood? Does it leave bruises? Is it possible to knock a character out with non-lethal damage without leaving a mark?
For the purposes of this question, consider a mark to ...
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How much errata is there in D&D 4e?
I got the initial 3 core rule books when they were first released. From reading various questions and answers here there is errata for the core rules and seem that some involves more than just fitting ...
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Are there limitations/cautions to “Vorpal”?
I want to give one of my good characters a vorpal Dwarven Ax. My first thought is about alignment issues. I realize that it's how it's actually wielded that would cause alignment conflicts, but is it ...
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What would a rogue call him/herself in game? [closed]
I just thought that they wouldn't announce themselves as such. So what would they say if they are trying to get the message across but not be open about it. Anyway I wanted an opinion so why not here? ...
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What do you see in a mirror when a vampire picks up an object?
When a D&D-vampire picks up an object, what do you see in a mirror? With the vampire having no reflection (and neither his clothing), does the item float? Does it get invisible? Does it depend on ...
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Can I convert a 4e D&D character to 3.5e?
I have a character in 4e that I've been using for a while, but I recently met a DM who wants me and a friend to play his 3.5e campaign, since he doesn't like 4e or something... but our characters are ...
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Will a 5th edition of Dungeons & Dragons be released? [closed]
The split between fans of Pathfinder/D&D 3.5 and Dungeons & Dragons 4E, combined with the rehiring of d20/D&D 3.0 developer Monte Cook, have caused many fans to speculate about an upcoming ...
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Old school dungeon with undead toads
I remember reading a dungeon that involved either undead or vampiric toads as the final encounter. Now I can't find it again. Does anyone know what it was?
I know it was from one of the OSR-type ...
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Written language alphabets
To add more flavor, I want to create documents written in the actual script.
I remember awhile back seeing examples of the Common/Elven/Dwarven alphabets for instance, but can not recall where I can ...
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What published D&D adventures take place in the Astral Sea/Plane?
My players may soon find themselves in the Astral Sea. I don't know much about the area, but if that's where the adventure goes, so be it. Only problem is I find the 4e Manual of the Planes to be ...
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Has anyone released Castle of the Mad Archmage upper levels?
I'd really like to run COTMA, but for some reason the idea of coming up with the ruins and level 1 kind of intimidate me. I'd like to see some examples that I could either use as written or just use ...
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As a GM, how do you deal with or manage Stirges?
As a GM, how do you deal with or manage Stirges? Equally, how do you make use of them? For them to be a relevant threat, do they have to be in such numbers that they become unmanageable?
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Adjusting Modules for More Players (D&D 3.5)
I am planning on running a D&D 3.5 campaign soon. I underestimated how many of my friends would be interested, and my group of 4 has quickly turned into a group of 6. I have seen various ...
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Does the +1 DC from Tattoo Focus stack with the +1 from Spell Focus?
Tattoo Focus, a Forgotten Realms regional feat, gives +1 DC to specialization school. Does this stack with the +1 from the feat Spell Focus?
Why?
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What is the relationship between Monster CR and player level
I haven't ran a dnd game in a few years and a couple of my pc's want to apply some monster templates to their starting characters. Is player level directly proportional to Monster cr?
IE: If we want ...
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Can Ability Score increases caused by magic items qualify me for feats
As far as I know, a players non-temporary ability scores are considered for taking feats, taking prestige classes etc... Any AS bonus come with spells, or magic items that are effective while worn are ...
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Are there any rules or guidelines for creating original magic items and rituals?
I am running a D&D 4E campaign, and I particular enjoy that a lot of the 'man-made' spells that the PCs encounter--when for example, raiding wizards' hideouts--can be described as "you can get a ...
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History of Hell and the Arch Devils and Demon Lords
My favourite book when I played Dungeons and Dragons 3.5 was the Book of Vile Darkness, for one and only reason: Its last chapter on Demon Lords and Arch Devils, malign beings that ruled over the ...
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Is it possible to use rules from OGL or GSL in a computer game?
I'm experimenting with making an RPG game for mobile phones, and I could save some time if I used an established system for stats and combat etc. From a quick read of the licenses I'm not sure whether ...
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How can I attain eternal youth through alchemy?
Back in the second edition of AD&D, potions of Youth and Longevity were valuable, both to GMs as plot devices, and as a useful way for players to compensate for the variety of supernatural effects ...
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How do the rules that govern a Cleric's Turn Undead ability vary among D&D editions?
I would like to know how the rules for the Cleric's Turn Undead ability have changed between D&D editions. I don't own or have access to all the rule books for the various editions, so I'm curious ...
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How to gather a group of players in a foreign country?
I am a person who has to relocate a lot due to employment reasons. I tried to build English-playing groups with little or no success. In some cases, I was able to gather only one person or two. Only ...
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Which D&D modules are the classics? [closed]
Which pre-written D&D modules do you consider to be classic, and why?
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Troglodytes, kobolds, and dragons, living together
I am currently working on an an AD&D adventure and am wondering if it the following situation makes any sense:
There is a green dragon that lives in a dungeon (surprise!) that is worshiped by ...
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What is the best way to compose/express a resurrection wish in D&D?
In the name of Greater Good, my Lawful Good character sacrificed an Avoral Guardinal. This happened in Occipitus (layer 507 of the Abyss), which he now controls as its Demon Lord. My character has ...
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Is it possible to play with just 1 player book in a group?
I want to start a game with some friends. We never played using any book but now we want to try that out. I got the PLayer, DM and monster book but that's it. As I'll be DMing for the first time I'm ...
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Possible explanations for the Mourning?
In Eberron there is an event known as the Day of Mourning, that changed the face of the world forever, and feeds the political fears and motivations of many characters within the system. I know no ...
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Simplifying/introducing marking for 2e/3e players?
I received this question from a group I'm a member of on facebook, and whilst I'm not sure how appropriate it is for me to ask this, I'm going to anyway.
Anyway the poster said this
Marking. I ...
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Can I use a salad fork to get into the Prime Material Plane?
In several editions of Dungeons and Dragons, the Plane Shift spell requires a forked metal rod, the design and material of which varies depending on the destination plane. Is there any canonical list ...
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Can Druid in Shifted Form Speak Normal Languages?
In 1st Edition AD&D if a druid shape shifts form into an animal can they speak their normal languages? I am assuming they can not, but wanted some clarification.
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Can AD&D Thieves Wear Studded Leather Armour?
AD&D (1e) states that thieves can only wear leather armour.
Does this include studded leather? I've always played not as I can't think of any instances where studded leather is expressly ...
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Enchant Item Spell
Is Enchant Magic Item (a 6th level AD&D spell) is written up anywhere in the OD&D books, supplements, or Strategic Review? I am researching the difference between OD&D magic item creation ...
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What are the historical and literary backgrounds of Dungeons & Dragons Languages?
Is there a source for the nature of the fantasy languages in D&D? An official source would be best, but I'd also be interested in other players' interpretations of the languages.
If the D&D ...
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Skill rank feat prerequisites
The feat Practiced Spellcaster (Complete Arcane) has a prerequisite of four skill ranks in Spellcraft.
Can I take this feat on the first level if I use my skill points to get Spellcraft to four ...
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Does snipe allow for multiple successive ranged sneak attacks?
If I have a rogue who fires a ranged weapon as a sneak attack, then passes his stealth-20 check to snipe, can he then make a second ranged sneak attack on the next round? If so (or if not), what is ...
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Is there any information detailing Vecna's relationship with prophecy?
Vecna is depicted in 3rd and 4th edition D&D as the god of secrets. Is there a information (ideally in official sources, but failing that in well detailed unofficial sources) that outlines Vecna's ...
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Why do spells need to be “prepared”? [closed]
I'm not asking about the rules or concepts of spell preparation, as they are well described and reasoned, but I'm wondering why it's even necessary, from a logical (well, however logical you can be in ...
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How to roll perception checks for characters who aren't actively looking?
This applies to all d20 systems, but with an example from the from the Pathfinder PRD (emphasis mine):
Stonecunning: Dwarves receive a +2 bonus on Perception checks to potentially notice unusual ...
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In what edition of DnD was the Barbarians's rage introduced?
In what edition of DnD was the Barbarian's rage introduced?
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Film Noir D&D Setting
Could you use D&D for a film noir setting? What would have to be changed?
By "film noir", I'm imagining something set in the 1940s, urban, dark, private eyes and all that. There would be cars, ...
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Where can I find/buy/get a detailed output NPC generator tool (digital or paper)?
As a part of my on-going quest to be a better GM, I am looking for a tool, paper based or digital, that can generate solid NPCs rapidly. These could be used as one shots but I am looking primarily ...
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If a Paladin purposefully goes bad, can they still atone and return to prior status?
This question is for research purposes. I am writing a piece of fan fiction set in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer universe. In the series, it had been established that Andrew plays D&D, but never ...
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Regarding resting and spell meditation for casters
My group recently started a game in D&D 3.5. Even though we are all rather familiar with the ruleset, there are certain details that we have trouble discerning from the official documentation, ...
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On average, how much does beer, wine and spirits cost in Faerun?
Or can someone point me to the relevant sections of the books that talks about this stuff, please?
Reason I ask is that I'm trying to gauge the cost of living in Faerun and I plan on repricing some ...
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How do I get players to use their Interrupts?
Is there a good tool to get plays to remember their immediate interrupts?
(please remember I play D&D4e with kids, so kid specific answers are always appreciated)
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What class pairs well with a fighter in 4e?
We're getting ever closer to our 4e game and have begun to hash out backgrounds. Much like in Fire Emblem (yes I do pretty much decide all of what I want to do based on video games) I really want my ...
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Can the Cavalier use a Holy Avenger?
Can the Cavalier class from the AD&D Unearthed Arcana use a Holy Avenger?
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Resisted energy types and immunity
I would like to know the distribution of energy resistances and immunities in 3.5 monsters, and especially the four basic types fire, cold, electricity and acid.
It is often said that fire is most ...
