I've been running a 4e game for a while now, and I use my laptop as my GM screen.
As such, I've spent a decent amount of time examining the various GM digital assistant offerings out there. I've mainly been using Virtual Combat Cards, MasterPlan, and OneNote to do what I want to do.
All are excellent offerings. However, none of them have exactly the feature set I want while running a fight. Since I prefer to fix rather than complain, I went about writing my own (being a programmer myself).
I've gone through a few versions now (mostly posted on RPG.net and ENworld), and I'm now putting it up here for the world to examine, use, curse at, and lampoon.
(you may have to remove the _ characters from the sides of the file name to open the .zip...no idea why SkyDrive is doing that)
The specifics:
- Windows XP and later only
- Requires .NET Framework 3.5 installed (if you have the Character Builder or Monster Builder installed, you have this)
- Can paste 'Copy to Rich Text' data from the Monster Builder on DnDi (button above the list on Library window, also button on individual detail screen). Now compatible with the new MB release!
- Full initiative tracking.
- Effect tracking, now with automatic drop-off of 'Until Start/End' type effects.
- Powers available/used tracking
- Allows common HP/XP House Rules options to modify monsters (Dropdown titled 'Mod': Demi = 1/2hp+2/3xp, Semi = 1/4hp+1/3xp, Minion = 1hp+1/4xp)
- Displays full statblock on the main window. No need to bounce around looking for information (main reason I wrote this).
- Automatic saving of all entered Statblocks
- Ability to save and load encounter configurations
- Text-entry field for notes on each combatant, as well as encounter-level notes.
Screenshot:
It is still a work-in-progress. Please let me know what you like, hate, or want.
I'll be monitoring this thread, though the main discussions are happening here: forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?t=470335
Thanks!
This is pretty friggen wicked! It reminds me a lot of VCC.... I haven't had much of a chance to play with it yet, but I'm going to... 
This is pretty friggen wicked! It reminds me a lot of VCC.... I haven't had much of a chance to play with it yet, but I'm going to...
Thanks! VCC was actually one of my main inspirations for creating this.
I hope it proves of use.
So one thing I've got already... it would be really cool if you could import from the Character builder... either via the .dnd4 file or just the copied summery...
I've been running a 4e game for a while now, and I use my laptop as my GM screen.
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It is still a work-in-progress. Please let me know what you like, hate, or want.
I am nowadays a casual DM always on the verge of retirement, but this looks nice, fast and usable. I will try to use it for the upcoming D&D Game Day.
PCs data entry may take time (you really need some kind of import), but then combat runs really smooth. 
You should consider adding a die generator and the capability to alter Stats.
Keep up the good work (this is something that really comes from the game table experience). I am really looking for the next version.
Ciao,
Maurizio
So one thing I've got already... it would be really cool if you could import from the Character builder... either via the .dnd4 file or just the copied summery...
So many talented programmers are building the same thing in different ways...I just want to get all of you to move in together for a month, along with the guys making 3D maps of 4e locations, and finish what WotC started back in 2006.
In the meantime, I download/bookmark each app and wait for one of them to float to the top and destroy the rest...
Love all your work, keep it up, find each other, collaborate, and beat WotC at their own game.
Then, take over the company and give me a job answering phones.
So one thing I've got already... it would be really cool if you could import from the Character builder... either via the .dnd4 file or just the copied summery...
I'm looking at doing this in the near future.
However, one thing to keep in mind that the specific details of powers would not be included. Those are not contained in the .dnd4 file that is saved from the Character Builder. Names and attack bonuses, yes...actual power text, no.
PCs data entry may take time (you really need some kind of import), but then combat runs really smooth.
A die generator is pretty easy. The behind-the-scenes code for it is already there, just need to create an interface for it.
Capability to alter stats? What do you mean by that? You can change pretty much everything in a statblock from the Library screen.
In the meantime, I download/bookmark each app and wait for one of them to float to the top and destroy the rest...
I realize your comment may have been a bit tongue-in-cheek, but I'd like to think that each app has its own mini audience. iplay4e was originally geared towards the mobile device audience, but is slowly growing upwards. inCombat is mainly geared towards the new player or experienced player who just wants a simple interface. And it seems to me that Mortaneus' DnDCM (preferred shortname?) is geared more towards the player who wants an interface with very detailed control over everything.
You can't serve everyone with the same app, so the way I see it, we just put out the tools and let each user pick the flavor they prefer.
In the meantime, I download/bookmark each app and wait for one of them to float to the top and destroy the rest...
I realize your comment may have been a bit tongue-in-cheek, but I'd like to think that each app has its own mini audience. iplay4e was originally geared towards the mobile device audience, but is slowly growing upwards. inCombat is mainly geared towards the new player or experienced player who just wants a simple interface. And it seems to me that Mortaneus' DnDCM (preferred shortname?) is geared more towards the player who wants an interface with very detailed control over everything.You can't serve everyone with the same app, so the way I see it, we just put out the tools and let each user pick the flavor they prefer.
A valid and poignant observation. I guess I mean I'm looking for the killer for me, and forgot how different our needs might be. I just hope I do find it, with so many different pieces of the one device forging forth independently, at the risk of double-handling.
*Continues cheering from the sidelines, wishing I could code one myself*
Indeed, the thing with me is even that in seperate sessions I need different things so having this many programs to choose from is wicked and just another reason I love 4E comming out. It sparked a whole programmer maddness, which is absolutely AWESOME! haha
So I can't figure out how to designate powers at-will, encounter and daily for PC's.... ?? It just says (Special) next the power in the encounter...
PCs data entry may take time (you really need some kind of import), but then combat runs really smooth.
A die generator is pretty easy. The behind-the-scenes code for it is already there, just need to create an interface for it.
Capability to alter stats? What do you mean by that? You can change pretty much everything in a statblock from the Library screen.
Hi Mortaneus,
First of all, I am preparing the data for the upcoming D&D Game Day. The monster copy was smooth and quick, while I confirm that the "hero" data entry is really demanding (of course, I am entering 6th level PCs from scratch and this takes time.)
So please find below some other suggestions for you great tool 
.
1) By "capability to alter stat" I mean that it could be nice to automatically adjust the character stats as a consequence of an effect. For example, when you use Second Wind, you get a +2 bonus to all defenses and it would be really nice to see the temporarily adjusted defenses values (e.g., AC 18 --> AC 20) highlighted (in red or other color) in the Stats tab.
2) You need a Feat text box for characters.
3) You need a place to list the number of available surges and the hit points recovered.
4) One really useful function could be a dynamic index that links the power label in the power tab of the Combat Tracket to its corresponding entry in the character sheet. For example, if you click a power in a long list in the Power tabs, the other sheet could scroll automatically to show that power.
5) You could differentiate utility powers like that Character Generator.
6) I also entered consumable items like potions or item powers. Again you could identify them and tag them with a different color (yellow maybe) like the standard power cards.
Thank you for your attention. I hope this makes sense.
Ciao
So I can't figure out how to designate powers at-will, encounter and daily for PC's.... ?? It just says (Special) next the power in the encounter...
It's a function of the text contained in the 'Action' line. Specifically, I'm looking for the following specific bits of text: "; recharge", "; encounter", "; daily", and "; at-will". (the semicolons are required, as the action is always listed in the format of "standard action; recharge 5" or something like that.
It's not exactly user-friendly, I know....I'll have to see if I can do something about that.
Thank you very much for this great programm! 
A new version is up, and in a new place!
Yep, I created a webpage for it...on the RPGnet Wiki. 
You can find it here:
DnD4e Combat Manager Page
I'll be keeping it current there from now on, though I'll probably continue posting to this thread to notify of updates.
Current Version: 1.4.2
Changes:
* Reworked Initiative and Damage tabs to be more distinctive
o Changed initiative and damage/heal entry boxes to be numeric up-down boxes
o Added 5 and +5 to damage/heal tab for fast values
o Added Surge and Maximum to damage/heal tab for fast values
o Removed Slay button to make room (just hit Max then Damage and it'll do the same thing)
* Added Feat line to Stat Block
* Altered Ready functionality to conform to the rules (it doesn't remove from the initiative structure anymore, just marks as *Rdy*. This will clear when next turn starts, or is moved to start of list)
* Several overhauls and cleanups to 'Start of Turn' functionality
* Changing a statblock in the library will now update current combatants
* Changed 'Undo Turn' button to 'Back Up', and reworked functionality (still doesn't undo damage/healing dealt)
* Moved 'Remove Fighter' button to Initiative tab
* Removed 'Roll Initiatives' and 'Reset Encounter' buttons from main screen. They are menu options under the 'Combat' menu, and don't need to be front-and-center, since they're only accessed twice a fight.
Is wizards working on something like this already?..seems like I remember an announcement to that end. BTW...love what you've done here
A new version is now up, and it includes one of the most oft-requested features...import from the Character Builder!
DnD4e Combat Manager v1.5
Changes:
- Importing from Character Builder now active! (look for the CB Load button the library window and on the StatBlock edit window)
- Cleaned up the Damage/Healing number-box logic
- Second Wind and Action Point will now automatically appear as powers for PCs/Heroes
A quick forewarning for everyone...the import from the Character Builder will be missing some information...mainly the descriptions of powers.
Sorry, but there's not much I can do about that. Those are simply not in the file, and are kept internal to the Character Builder app. I don't have access to them to import them. If you want them in a PC's statblock, you'll have to enter them manually, or cut-and-paste from the compendium.
A new version is up, mostly bug fixes this time.
DnD4e Combat Manager v1.5.1
Changes:
- Corrected problem when importing certain beholders eye-powers
- Negative skill totals should now correctly import without +- problem
- Fixed a problem with certain older Character Builder formats (the "(" in an XML name problem)
- "End of Source's Next Turn" effects should now properly end if the source delays
- Modified settings to attempt to account for increased system-font size (this may or may not fix the problem)
A new version is up.
DnD4e Combat Manager v1.5.2
Changes:
- Updated for new version of Monster Builder
- Added support for multiple-file-select when opening encounters, and when importing from Character Builder from the Library screen. The 'CB Import' button on the actual StatBlock-edit window is still only single-file-select, for obvious reasons.
Note: The monster-type keywords (such as Undead, Fey, etc) will be missing when pasting from the new Monster Builder. It does not include these in the Rich Text (probably a bug on their part), so these details will be missing when pasted to this application.
They also reversed the order of the action details for powers, so 'At-Will' and 'Encounter' are now first, followed by 'Standard' or 'Minor'. This will also be reflected in newly pasted monsters.
This looks like an awesome application, and one I will use if it does what it claims (I'll be able to test it later this evening).
I have but one request/question. Will you make it open source if and when you no longer wish to update it? I ask because eventually programmers (myself included) no longer wish to maintain their work. VCC is open source and allows users to maintain it in the event that it's abandone by the orginators.
Thanks.
I just played with this the past hour and think it's fantastic! My first suggestion is ....
Can you allow each monster to have a identifier defined by the user, like they do in VCC? I see DnD4eCT assigns monsters of the same type a number from 1 to n, but our monster combantants are labeled with various numbers that don't allays start with #1, and can have more than one character in their ID.
For example, lets say we have 3 monsters. They can be labeled as "R2" "R3" and "W13". How, and why?
We use Dapper Devil bases (tinyurl.com/yl534vf), and each of these bases has a unique number painted on it, and the base is colored. This reults in no ID conflicts. There is only one of each number, and since the base attachments are different sizes (for different DDM base sizes), we do not always have monsters starting at #1.
Keep up the great work!!
First:
This tool is simply fantastic. Just found out about it and tried it and I already love it.
Second:
Features I'd like to see (as you may have expectesd) . . . 
1) Not sure if this is possible mind you, but is it possible to import the descriptions of powers, feats, and items on a character when you import them in to the combat manager? This would save me time swapping back and forth between the Character Builder, Adventure Tools and the Combat Manager.
2) Any chance of Internet / Lan connectivity so that players can upload there character directly to the Combat Manager? As it is I'll just have them email me a copy of the character file.
This tool has enormous possibilities. It's what I was hoping to see from WotC with Whiteboard and chat capabilities. We use Ventrilo (8 user version) for voice talking during our sessions.
Best Init tracker I've found yet. I think its odd that community members are cranking out tools WOTC has been promising for... years?
Thank you!
Feature Request:
Die roller attached to powers for monsters. One for players would be nice to but most rolls are done by players. For damage rolls have it push that value to the damage/heal box you already have.
DDI integration with the compendium would be nice. So that you can grab the power descriptions for player powers quickly.
Future uber request: Click a power, select the targets on the init tracker, and list a little Hit/Miss with the Roll, and damage, and an apply or override. (so you can still be gm and override if you like or maybe there is a situation bonus that you didn't apply). My laptop sucks up my die space ;P
[edited to add a couple feature requests after use]
IM downloading this now and I will try it out!
Mortaneu, fantastic app. Love the CB integration.
Are there plans to integrate the Monster Builder so that we don't have to key in each and every monster? I don't make my own creatures, so for me, the time I'd have to spend adding in every monster from MM1,2 and any other book would kill me.
So, call it lazy, I'm simply asking!
Wizard's if you're reading this, this app is the shitz, and about 3 steps shy of what most of us need to run laptop games quick and easy. Give him some access, make him an offer and consider yourselves ahead of the curve for the DDi Tools
Had to say: Nice Tool! Keep up the good work.
thx
OK, I used this last night with my new laptop Win7, and it worked great.
I was not aware how easy it was to RTF monsters from the builder into the Combat Tracker.
But I saw a few issues with the CB import and I'm not sure if I did something wrong or not.
None of the powers were there, it listed their names, but not their description. It made things really hard to run having to flop between multiple sources.
Did I do soemthing wrong, is this not suppose to work this way, or??
It's a great tool, but could it have a "stop encounter" button that doesn't reset PCs' HPs? It gets under my skin very much... (to see what I'm speaking of, see how inCombat4e works).
After a long wait, a new version is up!
DnD4e Combat Manager v1.5.3
Changes:
- PC hit points will no longer automatically refresh when the fight is done (popular request, this one
) - Added 'Party' Menu with new Short/Extended Rest options (to handle non-resetting PC health)
- Added 'Select Current' hotkey to quickly pick the currently active fighter
- Modified hotkeys for quicker access
- Unlocked some frame-separators to allow for more customization of the main window
Note: Just to clarify, if you import from the Character Builder, and aren't getting the descriptions of powers, you're not doing anything wrong. That's simply how it works, and I can't fix that.
The Character Builder save files do not contain this information, and so I can't pull it into the program.
I'm looking into ways to grab it from the compendium online, but that's tricky to do, and would require an active DnDi account.
I speak for no one but myself when I say this, but I'd have to assume if people are using this (at a minimum the GM) they have an active DDi account.
While my players have thir printed sheets, and I have a copy on my end to reference...poor trees, I'd think the benefit of seeing the combat power info, with calculated attack values, in DnD4eCT would be great.
But again, my opinion.
If it helps, you can take a look at the code for my CompendiumSearch tool here: code.google.com/p/compendiumsearch/
The web-service interface has some quirks, but if you have the ID for an item, it's easy to retrieve the dtails in HTML, like this:
www.wizards.com/dndinsider/compendium/Po...
I don't remember if the CB files contain the compendium IDs, though.Like some others (although, I think on another forum), I did find myself so frequently switching between the damage tab and the initiative modification tab. My suggestion would be to have all the intitiave actions ("move to top", "delay", "roll initiative" etc) on a right-click context menu of the name list. Then, you could leave the damage tab as the chiefly selected tab (I find it easy enough to reference the preview in the right hand pane to check defences and stats) and right-click names when moving combatants to the reserves, etc.
Also, a hot key to bring up the "add condition" dialog box would be useful to have (I'm the sort of person that prefers to eschew the use of the mouse in favour of keyboard shortcuts whenever practical), and I can't remember if there is a shortcut key for next turn (not got the software in front of me at present), but that would be useful if not (space bar, perhaps).
I speak for no one but myself when I say this, but I'd have to assume if people are using this (at a minimum the GM) they have an active DDi account.
While my players have their printed sheets, and I have a copy on my end to reference...poor trees, I'd think the benefit of seeing the combat power info, with calculated attack values, in DnD4eCT would be great.
But again, my opinion.
Yeah I most likely will not have a DDI account when I start the game, so that wouldn't help me so much.
Also, this program seems to miss importing the initiative bonus from the demo CB. Not sure if the file just doesn't store it in that version or what.
You can find it here: DnD4e Combat Manager Page
Changes:
- When 'Save Encounter' is used on a currently active encounter, all combat data is now saved.
- Added Right-Click menu to the main initiative list for quick access of Move-to-Top, Ready, and Delay options.
- Added a tabbed section to the Statblock-edit window to give more room for data.
- You can now manually preset effects that a PC or Monster can generate, and they will appear on the 'Add Effect' window. These must be manually set up on the Statblock-edit window on one of the new tabs, and will be saved normally. This will allow commonly created effects to be pre-entered for the major combatants of an encounter, saving the GM some typing time when adding effects during play.
- 'Notes' tab has been added to the Statblock-edit window for entry of Tactics, Monster Knowledge, etc. It will appear in the statblock summary, and is saved as normal.
- Improved parsing of Aura powers from rich text (mainly to handle weird formats, such as the Kyuss monsters)
- Fixed a bug with adding effects to PCs before combat begins
It can get difficult to figure out whuch version I'm running on my various computers. ;[
Thanks, and keep up the great work.
I love your program. Thank you.
If I would add just one thing;
a way to track players healing surge usage ... I am currently using the global chat area to track them though so that works out well.
See my post in the discussion part of your wiki for full text of exit error message.
One thing I'd love to see is some way to import several monsters at once, because at the moment it can be a little time consuming... either that, or I'm just lazy. I'm not sure how you'd go about doing this, but if you could add it, that would be amazing.
You can find it here: DnD4e Combat Manager Page
Changes:
* When saving, all PC status information will be saved, regardless of out-of-combat status
Big change:
Now, I have ALSO placed the source code up on the page, freely available for any and all who want to mess with it. It is looking like I may not have much time in the near future to mess with it, and continue updating it, so I'm tossing it out there for whomever wants to play around with the code, see how it works, and possibly make it do all sorts of new and wonderful things. Feel free to do with it as you want, though please toss me an attribution if you use it for your own project.
I admit that it's messy, and not well commented. It was primarily created for two reasons: 1) So I could manage my DnD combats without pulling out my hair and going through notepads like candy, and 2) To figure out VB.NET
It has done both of these things, and I'm satisfied. Unfortunately, it was NOT written with legibility by others in mind, so it's fairly hack-ish inside. Just a warning.
I may get back to it at some point, but it'll likely be a while. Enjoy!
Agreed - this is an excellent piece of usable software.
I hope that anyone who might pick it up will re-contribute back to you and the community. It's been invaluable for making my DMing time sane.
Has anyone taken the source provided and carried this on??
Has anyone else had this problem? I imported several characters from the CB, most of them worked fine but 2 of them had no stats for Defences/Attributes/Hit Points. I loaded them into another combat program with the same results so something is wrong with the save file from CB. anyone know whats going on or how to fix this?
Has anyone else had this problem? I imported several characters from the CB, most of them worked fine but 2 of them had no stats for Defences/Attributes/Hit Points. I loaded them into another combat program with the same results so something is wrong with the save file from CB. anyone know whats going on or how to fix this?
WOTC changed the schema of the .dnd4e file with the May CB updates. You used to be able to pull the stats you mention by searching for their @name attribute, but now that attribute doesn't exist.
Bas News: I'm used to C#, not VB so things will be a bit slow as I ramp up in the new language (good thing they're rather close syntactically).
Please, keep us posted on how things are going and many thanks again.
Ciao
Good news: I have found where the problems with the new way the STAT elements are saved.
Bas News: I'm used to C#, not VB so things will be a bit slow as I ramp up in the new language (good thing they're rather close syntactically).
Not sure how much you care, but there are a bunch of utilities that will convert vb.net code to C# code and back again. I personally wouldn't like to go through all that VB code and be stuck in it.
wiki.rpg.net/index.php/DnD4eCM
Someone (other than the original programmer) over on RPGnetWiki posted an update to Combat Manager that addresses the format changes to the Character Builder. It's version 1.6.1a. It is also acknowledged there that the Monster Builder changes won't allow monster imports. Presumably a fix to that is also in the works. I'll keep my fingers crossed because I absolutely love Combat Manager beyond words.
wiki.rpg.net/index.php/DnD4eCM
OMG, it's like Christmas in my cube right now, bloody Christmas!!
DarkSir, if you read these boards and see this message please accept my thanks (and I'm sure the thanks of many others) for contributing your programming skills to update a phenomenal program so it can be uses with the new WotC updates.
I hope Mortaneus returns, but until he does, I'm happy to hack together updates to keep the utility working. It's been a tremendous asset for my game, as well as those of my friends. I'd hate to not be able to use it to its fullest.
* Fixed a Monster Builder import glitch with monsters who had non-aura Traits.
* Added "Mark Until Source's Next Turn" to the context menu for the combatant list.
* Reformatted the combatant list so the numbers are appended a bit more uniformly. Example "Hill Giant-1" is now "Hill Giant - 01" . This will keep large numbers of monsters from being sorted improperly, if there are 10 or more of them.
* Recharge powers now show up with the dice symbols, rather than "Recharge 4" or "Recharge 6".
These were a couple of features that I've either wanted, or seen people request. Still on the lookout for monsters that fail to import properly. So far, so good.
Thanks again!
-Mike
Good news!!!
Do have a question/suggestion. Is it tracking surges? I don't think it is, so we keep jotting them into the notes to remind us of the number left, but I'll be honest, the program itself mkes it so I can maintain the info while the pleyers play, so anything to help is appreciated.
Should be possible, if not immediately, soon.Features:
- Badly formed monster powers in Adventure Tools could cause Combat Manager to crash. This isn't guaranteeing that they're all fixed, but I did fix a couple of glaring ones.
- Power Points for Psionic PCs that will work much like Action Points. These will import from the Character Builder file, and can also be added to any entry in the library. This may change in the future to not take up so much space in the Powers List.
- Ongoing damage pop-up. At the beginning of any turn that has an effect with the word "Ongoing" in it, it will pop up, reminding you to apply ongoing damage. This feature can be disabled in the Options.
- Fix equipment naming on import. Magic Weapons currently show as "Dagger Lifedrinker Weapon +1" or Leather Armor Magic Armor +1" These will now show as "Lifedrinker Dagger +1" or "Magic Leather Armor +1"
- Magic Equipment now shows in the Powers List, and can be disabled/enabled like other powers.
- Right-click > enable and right-click > disable for powers in the power list.
- Right-click > View Compendium Entry for powers and items on characters imported after 1.7.0. Only works if you're logged into your D&D Insider account.
- Copy initiative list to clipboard from the Encounter menu.
- Stopped the Short Rest from resetting action points.
- Added a Short Rest with Milestone that WILL reset action points.
Comments and suggestions, as usual, are always welcome.
1. Remove Monster - you have a remove all, but at times I find I have pulled in X, and want to remove a few without resettign the whole thing and re-adding them.
2. Remove Player - again, same idea.
I often use CM to load the entire module of encounters. In this way I am read for game time. But as things turn out, a player doesn't show, or the monsters are simply not respecting the mortality of the party and I need to pull out a quick character or a few monsters to restore balance.
To be honest, preferably this woudl be best as a right+click feature.
Again, great work.
This is a dumb one, but can we get a help or info link or simply printed in the top corner, the version we have. I try to update all the time, but it's a lot easier to look up and see v1.7.1 and know there is no need.
I'll add that to 1.7.2Also, is the to-do list somewhat prioritized?
Thanks for all the updates, but I am now unable to upload CB files. Running Win7-64bit and get this error on (almost) all my characters: (See screenshot)
Thanks!
I just wanted to thank both Mortaneus for originally creating this application and to DarkSir for taking it upon himself to continue with updates.
I stumbled across the app through another thread and tried it out tonight for the first time with our gaming session. Very intuitive to use (adding PCs and Monsters) and I was very impressed by how easy it was to run the combat encounters.
Great job the both of you and I'll be throwing a little support your way through your donate button next week as a way of saying thank you.
Keep up the great work!
-K-
Hello Darksir:Thanks for all the updates, but I am now unable to upload CB files. Running Win7-64bit and get this error on (almost) all my characters: (See screenshot)
Try to open the character(s) with an updated version of the CB and save them again. Your error might be due to changes in the underlying XML. This workaround worked for me, at least.
Hudvoll
Baron von Bomberg
Thank you very very much!
Hello Darksir:Thanks for all the updates, but I am now unable to upload CB files. Running Win7-64bit and get this error on (almost) all my characters: (See screenshot)
Try to open the character(s) with an updated version of the CB and save them again. Your error might be due to changes in the underlying XML. This workaround worked for me, at least.
Hudvoll
Baron von Bomberg
Hello,
Thanks for the help, but it did not fix the problem. However, DarkSir did find the root cause. Here it is in case anyone else is having the same issue:
Quote:
The problem seems to be stemming from a mistake that the Character Builder is making in the XML file. It's in the Campaign Settings, which are only stored in the character file if there are changes made to it.
The "For Cormyr!" power is sticking a ! in one of node name, which the XML parser sees as an illegal entry.
I think I can fix it, but it may take a bit, as I have to add a process to strip any oddball characters like that out of the node names.
For a quick fix, manually edit the file and remove the "!" until the bug is patched.
-Mike
In the meantime, I've added a bit of healing surge tracking, and modified the overall layout as little as possible. Not an easy task, as Mortaneus had everything so neatly packed into that tiny space
Here's a screenshot. Will be posting the update once I've tested the changes a bit more.
I've also done a bit of squeezing on the Statblock View window, so that it SHOULD all fit on a mini, whether the max vertical resolution is 576 or 600. I've also made the minimum vertical size 576 for the other two windows, so it can be resized to fit on mini displays.
Lastly I've added an About menu, so it's easier to see what version you're running.
I'm preparing 1.7.3, which will probably be the last update until they update the character builder with exportability. I'm really anxious, as they MAY leave several blocks out of the xml file. If they do, it's going to be a challenge to import the powers and items.
In the meantime, I've added a bit of healing surge tracking, and modified the overall layout as little as possible. Not an easy task, as Mortaneus had everything so neatly packed into that tiny space
Here's a screenshot. Will be posting the update once I've tested the changes a bit more.
I've also done a bit of squeezing on the Statblock View window, so that it SHOULD all fit on a mini, whether the max vertical resolution is 576 or 600. I've also made the minimum vertical size 576 for the other two windows, so it can be resized to fit on mini displays.
Lastly I've added an About menu, so it's easier to see what version you're running.
Thanks for the mini resolution. When I DM with the net PC I cannot change the characters' stats.
Surge tracking is a great and welcome addition, and I really like yellow for items. It fits very well with the overall design. Thanks again for your great work. Ciao
Several Updates
* Added healing surge tracking. Note: Using the "Surge" button does not actually expend a surge.
* Adjusted the size minimums of the windows to fit mini PCs.
* Completely replaced the RTF Statblock windows with HTML displays, to allow an "authentic" statblock view.
* Added a inbedded power-view panel.
Version 1.7.3 is released here: wiki.rpg.net/index.php/DnD4eCM
Thanks for the update. I really like the new statblock format and the yellow color string for items. I will test it during game time later this week, but all the new features look so nice; I am pretty sure the game will be easier.
I have one minor request on synchronization of power name and statblock area. Since I always copy all the relevant text after the power name, it would be nice if you could automatically scroll down (or up) the statblock area up to the power name, when you click the power name on Powers tab in the central area.
Thanks again for the update. This is the best D&D utility for the DM ever done.
Added a bit more information to the powers as they are imported for PCs
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Version 1.7.4 is here: wiki.rpg.net/index.php/DnD4eCM
Added a bit more information to the powers as they are imported for PCs
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