https://www.stickmanpublications.com/roland-warzecha-medieval-sword/ I have had the opportunity and the pleasure to both train with, and speak to, Roland on several occasions. He is an expert on the development and use of certain period swords (and axes) and shields, especially buckler-gripped sword. In any case, the interaction is very much reflective of what one learns and experiences…
A bit under three weeks ago, Che Webster (who creates the Roleplay Rescue podcast) tossed down a few thoughts about declaring defenses first in the Dungeon Fantasy RPG. It was helpful at his table and addressed some concerns that his group expressed. I commented about it here: Commentary: Che Webster’s Defense Roll Reversal we then did…
Buckle up. This is going to be fun. First, homework Che Webster of Roleplay Rescue posted some thoughts on eschewing a hit roll entirely, and only making folks roll defenses while playing GURPS. Go read Defense Roll Reversal to ensure that you understand what I’m paraphrasing. Next, this isn’t the first time such things have…