Silly noobish question about class powers

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#1

lestanley1979

Jul 16, 2009 15:09:55
Does every character have access to all class powers or do you have to choose a set number from that list?

The introduction in the PHB to these rules is very vague on this point and in trying to roll up a character (a halfling rogue) I am not sure whether little Lazar has access to all those powers or can only choose a certain number per level.

If it is all of them, what about Wizards and spells? Is it possible for a Wizard to create new spells (aside from Rituals) or do they just always have access to only the spells listed in the PHB?

I hope not as it will restrict my ability to develop things for my campaign world based on books I already have.
#2

undrave

Jul 16, 2009 15:16:40
I beleive page 29 has the table that answers your questions.
#3

lestanley1979

Jul 16, 2009 15:23:28
Thank you. Knew I was missing something.

That makes things feel a lot better.
#4

samyueru

Jul 16, 2009 16:10:47
Thank you. Knew I was missing something.

That makes things feel a lot better.

For future reference, any rules questions should go in the Q&A forum. Not only does it keep GD tidy, but you'll most likely get a faster, and in the case of complex questions, a more accurate answer. Happy gaming!
#5

Xaielao2

Jul 16, 2009 16:29:05
Does every character have access to all class powers or do you have to choose a set number from that list?

The introduction in the PHB to these rules is very vague on this point and in trying to roll up a character (a halfling rogue) I am not sure whether little Lazar has access to all those powers or can only choose a certain number per level.

If it is all of them, what about Wizards and spells? Is it possible for a Wizard to create new spells (aside from Rituals) or do they just always have access to only the spells listed in the PHB?

I hope not as it will restrict my ability to develop things for my campaign world based on books I already have.

In reply to the creating new spells, there are hundreds if you are allowed to use spells from other sources, like books, Dragon magazine, etc. And if your DM will allow it, you can absolutely create your own, just so long as your DM thinks they are within the rules and balanced.

Another suggestion is reflavoring your spells by changing things like the damage type. It's all up to your DM but yea, theres so many spells outside the PHB you should have a wide choice to pick from if your DM allows it.
#6

dark_lambo

Jul 16, 2009 20:47:28
in the case of complex questions, a more accurate answer

If it's too complex, you might end up with 20 pages and no answer. :P
#7

samyueru

Jul 17, 2009 8:08:16
If it's too complex, you might end up with 20 pages and no answer. :P

Sorcerery! WITCHCRAFT!! :P