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#1 wrecan Nov 26, 2007 14:09:32	I proposed these rules originally in a [thread=932618]thread on the 4th edition Rules boards[/thread], but they serve equally well as a proposed rule for 3rd edition, so I'm submitting it here for the boards to consider. My goal was to both simplify encumbrance and to do away with the cumbersome encumbrance charts. I tried to make everything simple enough to be almost intuitive, and to minimize bookkeeping. I understand that my proposed system sacrifices a degree of realism in favor of simplicity and therefore would not be appropriate for everyone. However, I do think I accomplished my goals, though I'm open to any suggestions for refinements. My Encumbrance System basically comes in two parts. Step One: Calculate the Character's Encumbrance Score Every character has an Encumbrance Score, which is equal to the character's Strength score (not the modifier), and two potential modifiers (neither of which apply to Medium humanoids). Size: For creatures with a Size Category other than Medium, use the following modifier: [CENTER]Fine
#2 PopcornPirate Jan 27, 2008 20:06:46	It is a little bit of the DMs responsibility to look over character sheets for inconsistancies & weight. It not like we have not come across it in the past. A dwarf Fighter w/ 18.51 strength who has full plate armor & a large helmet, Kite shield, carries 2 battle axes, 2 long swords, Full pack w/ rations for 3 weeks, a keg of ale & 10,000 gp & he claims not to be encumbered in the slightest.............DUH Its the DMs job to be reasonable & fair. I'm reasonable. I will let him try to explain where he has all the items. I will calculate the weight for him. I will deduct from his movement rate & give him the benifit of the doubt by adding his strength & constitution into the mix. Then he will see the errror of his ways.