[D&D-3.5e] Sands of fate

[arkerpay]

So far we have not had a single traditional static battle in a dungeon corridor. Every battle has been outdoors and been impacted by terrain, elevation, speed of movement, surveillance, concealment, and position. The enemies fight smart.

[triedtherest]

Well, my "horse" has a 50' Speed, but cannot travel faster than that (no x2 or more running).

[Dieuoffire]

I gave fair warning about smart bad guys. I figure if they have high int they are smart enough to figure out 'hey this is how I lose, let's not do that.'

Don't worry however the mindless hordes and fun smashing will come. Just wanted the first adventure to make a statement about baddies actually trying to kill the party.

[btccg]

Originally Posted by triedtherest

Well, my "horse" has a 50' Speed, but cannot travel faster than that (no x2 or more running).

And Dorngall only runs at 40' speed and cannot ride a horse.....

[Dieuoffire]

true but I already mentioned how you guys were left out because you did not have the movement to keep up once.

[arkerpay]

The inability of all party members to move at the same speed seriously cut down on the options available.

One time I would like to confer with a party prior to character creation and background to ensure all needs are met in composite and each member have similar qualities *such as movement speed* so that the party can work in concert.

[Ursinorum]

Originally Posted by arkerpay

One time I would like to confer with a party prior to character creation and background to ensure all needs are met in composite and each member have similar qualities *such as movement speed* so that the party can work in concert.

That's called being a DM. If you give it a go, I'll submit a suitable pc!

Also, I've never seen a properly organized party in 10+years of roleplaying. no matter the system, players are gonna play.

[arkerpay]

No, it is not being a DM. It is teamwork amongst the players. However, for a play by post experience with competitive recruitment, the DM would need make it possible for selected players to coordinate prior to character creation.

[Dieuoffire]

I've got to say. If the players make a plan, such as a downhill charge and an open plains combat against mounted foes, and fail to calculate for their own differences in movement, I can't do much there. I gave choice of terrain, party decided and I don't take over party decisions.

[Ursinorum]

Btw, just saying it because there might be more people incoming, Small characters can ride horses, the rules say "at least a size larger" but it's not mandatory that a ride can only be a size larger. Otherwise WotC wouldn't be able to explain humans on elephants. You just need a specialized saddle, but it's doable.

[Maghnuis]

Gnomes can ride horses.

[Maghnuis]

Normal Wealth by level to start?

[Dieuoffire]

Yes. Cap items at about 25% total wealth.