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#1 Dralenan Jun 11, 2009 4:08:50	So I am writing an NPC generator. While setting up the output, I intentionally left some details out (such as damage and effects of powers), so as not to invalidate the need for a Player's Handbook. Now people have contacted me requesting I add more information to the output. So I am left with a question of just how much information I can give out in the stat block. This is a sample "powers" section (current version): Powers At-will: Basic Melee Attack (short sword) +16 vs AC At-will: Basic Ranged Attack (shortbow) +11 vs AC At-will: Cleave (short sword) +16 vs AC Encounter: Griffon's Wrath (short sword) +16 vs Will Daily: Victorious Surge (short sword) +16 vs AC Obviously, it's not a lot of information, but it's enough to have a functional NPC. The main thing being requested is damage. Would it be okay to include damage?
#2 dan_vk Jun 11, 2009 7:42:19	As I understand the GSL, as long as you print the applied mechanical results instead of the formula you should be fine with providing damage. For example, tacking "+6 DMG" to the end of one of those entries should be alright, but putting "+STR DMG" or "2[W] DMG" is not ok. Note my use of 'print'. In case you do not know, your DragonScript Tools cannot become a Licensed Product because of section 5.5 of the GSL. You will have to wait for WotC's fan site license to check what is and is not allowed. I checked out your site, by the way, and I really like the NPC generator so far. I really hope you continue the good work, and are allowed to continue. I find it very admirable that you are trying to do this legally when so many people try to fly under the radar.
#3 WotC_ScottR Jun 11, 2009 13:10:08	Your usage in print would be fine but interactive tools are not part of the GSL. This may be addressed in the future though.