Ability

Published: Oct. 30, 2020, 12:17 a.m.

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Jack Wain and I discuss what "ability" means within the 5e context. We take a look at what makes an effective player and how those skills are transferable to being a successful DM. We discuss ability skills and how some, such as the oft derided Animal Handling, get a bad rap through no fault of their own. This episode\'s Big Question is ability modifiers: big box or small box?

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  • 00:01:41 - How to determine player ability
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  • 00:08:58 - Signifiers of a good DM
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  • 00:20:40 - Ability scores
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  • 00:40:59 - Dissonance between player and character ability
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  • 00:50:36 - Improvisation in published adventures
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  • 00:55:26 - Impact of score simplification over earlier editions
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  • 01:00:30 - Big box or little box?
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Intro Music: \'Local Forecast\' by Kevin MacLeod
\\nIntermission Music: \'Chill\' by Kevin MacLeod
\\nOutro Music: \'Local Forecast - Elevator\' by Kevin MacLeod
\\nReference to The Monsters Know What They\'re Doing by Keith Ammann.

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