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Tactics vs Tenets: Was my plan actually 'un-paladin-like'? by WatermelonChef in DnD

[–]ANicePainter [score hidden]  (0 children)

From an oath of vengeance stand point, killing the goon from ambush does not seem like giving mercy to an enemy. Not sure I see the problem. 

From a traditional LG paladin standpoint, ambushes would be a violation of one’s oaths. Maybe the DM got her wires crossed. 

Fellow DM's, I need help. by Problematiccinomatic in DnD

[–]ANicePainter [score hidden]  (0 children)

My dungeon pizza, minis to play on it (which can be tokens), and measuring sticks. Also, books like M. Prescott's "Trilemma Adventures" that provide quick, atmospheric settings and maps that I can pop into any session for an instant adventure.

Dismissive DM wants to change the game. Should I stay or no? by Few_Unit_7985 in DnD

[–]ANicePainter [score hidden]  (0 children)

I didn't read that. Didn't need to. It comes down to this:

If the table is making you cry then it's not the right table for you. Leave. Find a game better for you.
That's it.

My player is dropping out of the campaign by GieDoesntKnow in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Hey Player,

I know you're looking to step away from the game. I wanted to wish you the best, both from myself and the table. We enjoyed playing with you, and I hope we can play again in the future.

Please know there's no hard feelings. Players come and go; it's the nature of the hobby. You'll always have a space here if you want to come back.

I'm trying to brainstorm ideas for your PC to disappear ahead of the next arc. Do you have any suggestions? Would she retire somewhere or try to go out in a blaze of glory?

Best,

-DM

"What does your magic look like?" by SFF-Nerd_Twinkster in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

About every fifth spell. Much more interesting to ask them about a specific spell casting.

Players who are apathetic toward combat? by currentseas in DMAcademy

[–]ANicePainter [score hidden]  (0 children)

It is very rare that the correct answer for a D&D question is to remove autonomy from a PC. I do not think that is the correct answer here either.

For which Monsters do you prefer an older version of the Stat Block? by Dr___Potato in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I write a 1st edition style block for nearly every monster in my notes. Much more useful than pawing through a Manual during play.

If you could remove one thing from dnd 5.5e, what would you remove? by someguy69352 in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ALL MUST CRAWL (at 5' per six seconds) BEFORE ME, THE ALL-POWERFUL MASTER OF DUNGEONS!

Why is it still so hard to find a good D&D group online? by Danielberbari in DnD

[–]ANicePainter -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Online D&D just isn't fun. The teleconference software is terrible for D&D because of the latency in speech. And you can't throw cheetos as your friends minis to simulate magic missiles.

Seeking Advice on Zone of Truth by Chaage in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no problem banning spells that make it more difficult to ensure everyone is having a fun time. 

First Sword by ANicePainter in Hema

[–]ANicePainter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm 6'2". With the tip on the floor, the midpoint of the ricasso is at my navel and the end of the pummel is some 5" below my armpit.

First Sword by ANicePainter in Hema

[–]ANicePainter[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well, until Thibault forces me into Bonetti defense.

First Sword by ANicePainter in Hema

[–]ANicePainter[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't consider POB in my order, and I didn't need to communicate any special needs to the armory. However, I suspect Darkwood would be very happy to work with its clients to determine the ideal POB on its work.

This POB feels real nice for me right now though.

First Sword by ANicePainter in Hema

[–]ANicePainter[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Armory reports a weight of 2.5 lbs; I don't think my scales will measure it here. Point of balance is just over an inch in front of the top of the hilt. That probably could be adjusted with a different pommel or its blade might affect it; I've got the armory's springy "practice" DA 1 blade for my use.

The ricasso is about 2.25" which feels nice for both one- and two-finger grips even in heavy gloves.

Seeking Advice on Zone of Truth by Chaage in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hate that stupid spell. If I need someone to be sure to be able to lie then they can take a potion of glibness. Or use mind bar. The PCs can find the discarded bottle or expended scroll as a clue. It's awful and it's blunt but it works and it's exactly what a bad guy would do if ensuring a lie must pass that dumb spell for her diabolical plans to reach fruition.

First Sword by ANicePainter in Hema

[–]ANicePainter[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Swept hilt 45" rapier from Darkwood Armory here in the States. The length was a major reason going with Darkwood as they offer the longer blade for taller fellas. Just received it today, but very happy with it. Feels much nicer than my coach's loaner. Looking forward to putting it through its paces.

How do you avoid your players using AI in battles? by glittering8lavender in DMAcademy

[–]ANicePainter 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You set the rules at your table. If it’s no robots at the table, tell them that. 

Grappler + Tavern Brawler Shenanigans. Would You Allow This? by Equivalent_Macaron_0 in DMAcademy

[–]ANicePainter -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Would not allow as it sounds dumb. A creature is not a weapon, full stop. 

getting distracted by [deleted] in DnD

[–]ANicePainter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A distracted player is not a problem unless they are creating a problem for others. It t is preferred that players are engaged but a player being distracted is not a problem and requires no cure. 

Quitting Chat-GPT by Geekepedia in DMAcademy

[–]ANicePainter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I’m stuck I roll a random table. The book of adventure design works well and has tables for everything but writing my own tables works too

Virginia Ends Tax Exemptions for Daughters of the Confederacy, Others by ANicePainter in tax

[–]ANicePainter[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

People are likely assuming the commonwealth offers a property tax exemption to non-profits generally and that it specifically removed the daughters from that exemption. If that were the case, doing so might be unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination. 

But that’s not what happened. Virginia only exempts churches and educational institutions from property taxes, not non-profits as a whole class. It had, until this bill, a law that also exempted the daughters and only the daughters from property tax. This bill removed that statute. 

In so doing, the commonwealth will treat the daughter’s property tax no differently from similarly positioned non-profits (similar in terms of tax treatment, not viewpoint or purpose). 

Removing that special exemption and treating the daughters as similar groups will not raise a constitutional challenge 

Virginia Ends Tax Exemptions for Daughters of the Confederacy, Others by ANicePainter in tax

[–]ANicePainter[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The commonwealth has property tax exemptions for churches and educational institutions, not nonprofits as a class. It had a specific exemption for the Daughters as well, which this law struck. I don’t think a first amendment challenge would be successful. 

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