THE FIRST CKG EVER!

[anglefish]

Actually, Adjuncts were like substitute class abilities ... or additional class abilities depending on the power level in your game.

Really? Man, I hope those are still in the CKG somewhere.

I'm trying to remember which Crusader they got previewed in. If memory serves me right, you could make a mongolian archer with the sneek peek material.

[Breakdaddy]

The vancian magic system is discussion and its integration with the SIEGE mechanic.

This needs clarification for me. I don't get what it means. e.g., isn't that simply SR and Savings Throws?

As I recall, it was more of an explanation as to why the vancian system is used as the default system for C&C which then segues into the alternate new systems. The mislabeling is my own, not the CKG. The proper heading of this section is actually called "Beyond SIEGE". My apologies for the mistake.

[Breakdaddy]

Actually, Adjuncts were like substitute class abilities ... or additional class abilities depending on the power level in your game.

Really? Man, I hope those are still in the CKG somewhere.

I'm trying to remember which Crusader they got previewed in. If memory serves me right, you could make a mongolian archer with the sneek peek material.

I dont recall having seen anything like this in the CKG up to this point.

[garydee]

I dont recall having seen anything like this in the CKG up to this point.

Hopefully, Steve is saving it for a future product.

[anglefish]

It was Crusader #14, but it's confusing because the title is Adjuncts: Additional Skills for Players, but the meat of it is definitely abilities that can substitute or become additional class abilities. They give a suggested Adjuct progression list and provide four examples.

My bad, the Mongolian Horde is only mentioned as setting where Adjuncts could tweak the Knight class to something better suited for the campaign.

On the other hand, the article reminds me that Class deconstruction was mentioned to be in the CKG.

[garydee]

What is chapter 14:Advancing the Game about?

[Breakdaddy]

It was Crusader #14, but it's confusing because the title is Adjuncts: Additional Skills for Players, but the meat of it is definitely abilities that can substitute or become additional class abilities. They give a suggested Adjuct progression list and provide four examples.

My bad, the Mongolian Horde is only mentioned as setting where Adjuncts could tweak the Knight class to something better suited for the campaign.

On the other hand, the article reminds me that Class deconstruction was mentioned to be in the CKG.

I just checked that Crusader article and i'm now certain that the adjuncts are what I was talking about earlier, although now theyre called something else in the CKG. I even recognize some of the examples provided in the article from the CKG.

[Breakdaddy]

What is chapter 14:Advancing the Game about?

Purely just having skimmed through it, it seems to be a chapter devoted to fleshing out the story portion of your game. Seems to be something akin to the Gygaxian Fantasy Worlds book "Insidiae" or the like. That's from about 30 seconds of reading/skimming, so take it for what it's worth.

[Piperdog]

Thanks for report BD! This has got me really pumped up. Can't wait to get my grubby paws on this thing.

[Breakdaddy]

Thanks for report BD! This has got me really pumped up. Can't wait to get my grubby paws on this thing.

Word, Piper. Sorry I didn't get back with you yesterday. Twas a busy one. I'll try and catch up with you soon.
I'm also going to try to provide the promised reportage on the combat chapter today. We'll see how it goes

[garydee]

Thanks for report BD! This has got me really pumped up. Can't wait to get my grubby paws on this thing.

Word, Piper. Sorry I didn't get back with you yesterday. Twas a busy one. I'll try and catch up with you soon.
I'm also going to try to provide the promised reportage on the combat chapter today. We'll see how it goes

[bloodymage]

I have a pre-order, but I'm not sure the Trolls have my current address. Still trying to play catch-up.

[bloodymage]

The vancian magic system is discussion and its integration with the SIEGE mechanic.

This needs clarification for me. I don't get what it means. e.g., isn't that simply SR and Savings Throws?

If I understand your question correctly, a vancian system is often called "fire and forget." Breakdaddy mentions the spell slot system with spell points. Vancian uses spell slots without the points and once the spell is cast it must be reacquired, through memorization or prayer.

[jaguar451]

Thanks for sharing -- sounds like a really interesting book.

[Breakdaddy]

Word. Sorry I didnt get around to the combat chapter yesterday. Ill try to get back with you cats sometime today on it IF possible!

[Breakdaddy]

Chapter 17: COMBAT
After a brief intro to this section we get a small blurb on the ebb and flow of battle. It focuses on the importance of creating excitement in your combats. Very brief, but more on this subject is to come.
A larger section on balancing the combat to suit the group’s power level is up next.
Next we have a section about running the combat smoothly while keeping the rules transparent and in the background.
Next up is a small paragraph on the importance of fast paced, descriptive combat with a focus on keeping the combat exciting and engaging.
Next up, Combat basics…here we get a break down of the combat round, static vs dynamic initiative, and yet again a focus on heroic descriptive combat (this is the overarching theme of the chapter it seems).
Next up, a few paragraphs on, you guessed it: roleplaying combat!
Next is a section on adding to the ROLL playing experience, with a focus on critical hits and fumbles, massive successes, and a slew of new charts for the chartgeek in each of us. Creature subdual is spoken of along with two systems for subduing your foe. Combat on specific terrain types is discussed along with line of sight and distances.
Next up we have combat maneuvers for melee and ranged attacks with some new charts such as “randomly landed blows; DRAGON-LIKE”, scary!
Basic and advanced armor rules for damage reduction are presented.
Surprise is discussed along with a new chart: “surprise circumstances”
Next up, a discussion of the abstract nature of hit points and then we have a new wounds system for C&C, grievous injury, massive damage from various types of attack and the chapter ends with a discussion of melding the new wounds system with the grievous injury mechanic.

[Maliki]

The adjuncts were discussed way back as a sort of 'skill' system (but more flexible if I recall correctly), but the name may well have changed (I think they were discussed in the Feb 09 Crusader as being in the CKG).
Is there any help on creating classes? (never having been a big D&D follower, I find creating classes, especially experience and level tables, a bit of a mystery)

Thanks again
D.

Oh yeah dude, Chapter 18: SKILL PACKAGES (pages 263-274)

Looks like the adjuncts are now called "advantages"....
Havent read it yet, sorry!

Sure, Ill report on the combat section.

Thanks! I'm also glad for the name change to "advantage". "Adjunct" sounds a little oddball to me.

+1

[garydee]

Chapter 17: COMBAT
After a brief intro to this section we get a small blurb on the ebb and flow of battle. It focuses on the importance of creating excitement in your combats. Very brief, but more on this subject is to come.
A larger section on balancing the combat to suit the group’s power level is up next.
Next we have a section about running the combat smoothly while keeping the rules transparent and in the background.
Next up is a small paragraph on the importance of fast paced, descriptive combat with a focus on keeping the combat exciting and engaging.
Next up, Combat basics…here we get a break down of the combat round, static vs dynamic initiative, and yet again a focus on heroic descriptive combat (this is the overarching theme of the chapter it seems).
Next up, a few paragraphs on, you guessed it: roleplaying combat!
Next is a section on adding to the ROLL playing experience, with a focus on critical hits and fumbles, massive successes, and a slew of new charts for the chartgeek in each of us. Creature subdual is spoken of along with two systems for subduing your foe. Combat on specific terrain types is discussed along with line of sight and distances.
Next up we have combat maneuvers for melee and ranged attacks with some new charts such as “randomly landed blows; DRAGON-LIKE”, scary!
Basic and advanced armor rules for damage reduction are presented.
Surprise is discussed along with a new chart: “surprise circumstances”
Next up, a discussion of the abstract nature of hit points and then we have a new wounds system for C&C, grievous injury, massive damage from various types of attack and the chapter ends with a discussion of melding the new wounds system with the grievous injury mechanic.

Thanks for the summary. It sounds like a really cool section.

[garydee]

Quick question Breakdaddy. Are there any rules for increased hit points for starting characters? Like a hit point kicker similar to the old Hackmaster rules?

[Breakdaddy]

Quick question Breakdaddy. Are there any rules for increased hit points for starting characters? Like a hit point kicker similar to the old Hackmaster rules?

Not in this section but there mightve been some hit point boosters in the new skills section. I'd have to go back and look but the book's not with me right now.

[Demiurge]

the book's not with me right now.

WHAT?!? At least tell me you put a fire trap spell on it!

[Breakdaddy]

the book's not with me right now.

WHAT?!? At least tell me you put a fire trap spell on it!

[gideon_thorne]

I suggested pocket sized hard back versions, to Steve. We'll see if he goes for it?

[GreyLord]

Quick question Breakdaddy. Are there any rules for increased hit points for starting characters? Like a hit point kicker similar to the old Hackmaster rules?

I looked through the character section, and in the index and didn't see something on an HP kicker. However...I DID see the wounds system...probably not what you had in mind.

They ALSO have a Fate Point system...which could help out 1st level characters quite a bit...not an HP kicker...but perhaps in someways even more useful...

[Breakdaddy]

Yeah no hp kicker and nothing in the new skills that give actual HP. There are some defensive skills that would help preserve them, but nothing to boost them.

[old school gamer]

Is there any way to get the digest book just by itself? I don't really need the other stuff. I mean between myself and two other players I have four player handbooks.

[Dead Horse]

Chomping at the bit for this book.

[Relaxo]

Is there any way to get the digest book just by itself? I don't really need the other stuff. I mean between myself and two other players I have four player handbooks.

Yes.
or maybe not yet, but it will be yes.
read that in one of these threads. check the store.

[Breakdaddy]

Chomping at the bit for this book.

Haw haw! Horse humour!

[garydee]

Under the Character Death chapter, are there alternative rules to raising the dead? Is raising the dead still automatic or do they have an alternative to this?