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Rules Nugget (GURPS): Shields, Size and Cover
This rules nugget looks at two separate but complementary items: the very simple interaction between a shield and its wielder's size, and the more involved matter of letting shields provide cover instead of a DB bonus.
It's here! GULLIVER Mini for GURPS 4e!
Oh yes, it is. Read on.
FEND: Fully Enabled Defenses for GURPS 3e
Of all the rules hacks at the GURPS Diner, this is surely the least ambitious. It's a look at a simple, single, "for the heck of it" rules change: handling defenses with regular skill rolls, instead of the oddball "skill/2" mechanic.
As always, it's yours to use, abuse, or refuse, as you choose.
As always, it's yours to use, abuse, or refuse, as you choose.
Core creature scaling rules for 4e
- REMOVED ATTACHMENT FOR MINI v0.4. PLAYTEST OVER! –
What to include in a mini mini upgrade version?
Do include
The basic rules:
- Get Linear Scale from SM.
- Set base ST, DR, and weight.
- Multiply ST and DR by Linear Scale. HP and BL take care of themselves.
- Multiply weight by the cube of Linear Scale.
Quick notes on fractional stats
Quick notes on DX, IQ, HT
Notes on Move, Reach, sustenance, combat effects ("use relative SM in melee")
Maybe include
Notes on setting SM
What else??
GLAIVE conversion notes
Simple first steps toward 4e compatibility
GULLIVER fixes, FAQ updates, and conversion notes
Brief notes.
