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Comment on Hopes and Fears for D&D Next by Her Geek

Her Geek — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:10:08 +0000

Very nice. Sums up my fears exactly.

Comment on Hopes and Fears for D&D Next by Jordan

Jordan — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 04:04:13 +0000

I got into the game just before 4E was announced and my group decided not to convert to 4E for various reasons. However, I did pick up a copy of the Red Box and gave it a try. 4E has some good features.

What I like about 3.5 is the ability to customize through multi-classing and skills. However, I frequently find myself digging through books looking for alternate class features. I really like ability to choose from different powers in 4E. I think that needs to stay. The shortened skill list, something some members in my group complain about very vocally, is something I really like as well. The sheer length of the 3.5 list can be intimidating to new players. The idea of saves to stave off death sounds appealing,. though I’m not familiar with the 4E mechanic.

The problem with the most recent poll they put together is newer players, like myself, that have never played previous editions do not know what all of those options are. For example, I don’t know exactly what “kits” and “themes” are, but they sound useful from your description.

Comment on Hopes and Fears for D&D Next by Graham

Graham — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 20:00:27 +0000

This, sir, matches pretty much every one of my feelings about D&D Next.

In addition, however, I hope that if they bring back Vancian magic, they make spell preparation far more newbie friendly, and they leave out ability score damage, level drain, and instant death spells.

Now to go tweet this at @Wizards_DnD so they have a good example of what we 4e gamers want.

Thanks.

Comment on Hopes and Fears for D&D Next by Aldo Ojeda

Aldo Ojeda — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16:33:44 +0000

I do think that 4e is the best edition of D&D, but like you I didn’t like the Rituals. And what you say about having powers from other classes would be great.

What I don’t want are two Players handbook.

Comment on Hopes and Fears for D&D Next by Ajay (@shadesofkin)

Ajay (@shadesofkin) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14:36:13 +0000

1. Spell points/Mana system. I won’t say that powers have no place in the game but I do think they shouldn’t be how casters use their spells. I’d like to see the utility magic of previous editions return and perhaps we could add the powers people liked from 4e and use a spell point system to bridge the gap. That way I’d have my tensers floating disk and others will still have their powers.

2. More modular classes, I would actually prefer to see the front of the core book be super newb friendly classes that can hit, cast one spell, pick a lock, heal people, and the rest of the book give us the options to do so much more.

3. OGL, I fully support the original OGL and would love to see that return.

4. Skills and Feats: This one you and I totally agree on.

5. I support uncertain death.

6. I hated healing surges, I do not want to see a return of those. Or if we’re going to see them back they ought to be less available. Give the power to heal to the Cleric but make it so he’s got access to all his other spells too.

7. Kits and Themes, this idea has me excited for a fully modular D&D that lets me not have to worry that the rules don’t support my style of play anymore. Plus we could stop filling splat books with classes that make no sense as a class unto themselves.

Comment on Geeky Knitting Pattern: Nyan Cat Hat With Toaster Pastry Earwarmers by World’s Strangest | The Nyan Cat Hat

World’s Strangest | The Nyan Cat Hat — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:21:35 +0000

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Comment on Geeky Knitting Pattern: Nyan Cat Hat With Toaster Pastry Earwarmers by e

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:24:05 +0000

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Caro — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:55:01 +0000

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Comment on Secrets of a Geek Suitcase by Jaym Gates

Jaym Gates — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:58:09 +0000

Favorite geek items? Books in multiple formats. When I’m standing in line, waiting to board the plane, I can read on my phone. Once ready for take-off, paper of course becomes necessary. Reverse for landing.

Related to that, a smart phone. Until I upgrade my laptop, my phone is where I conduct business while traveling. And even if I don’t have time to plug in between flights, I can answer an email or message on my phone.

But, really, the biggest thing is a backpack with dozens of pockets! And duct tape.

Okay, I’m not a very good geek when I travel.

Comment on Girls Love Fantasy Too (Or Why “Boy Fiction” Doesn’t Exist) by The Changing Face of SFF | Fantasy Faction

The Changing Face of SFF | Fantasy Faction — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:25:36 +0000

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