π πππ πππππ ππππ - πππππππππππ (πππππ ππππππππ ππ) β βNo more strength as a dump stat π Although encumbrance is often ignored I am convinced that some version of it is the best way to balance the over reliance on Dexterity in 5e. This variant rule is intended to be a simple way to illustrate how adventuring equipment and weapons would hinder a character's ability to optimally perform physical activities. This rule also attempts to balance the Strength and Dexterity ability scores by imposing some consequences on weaker characters. This is not an attempt to simulate reality because their are a lot of things wonky with trying to compare ability scores to real life - for example Iβm pretty certain Hafthor BjΓΆrnsson canβt out climb Alex Honnold or out jump a university track and field athlete β¦ but I digress β¦ β βAs a player (playing Declan Feralborn) I would often role play dumping my pack and heavy furs before a fight. I liked the imagery and also know how hard it is to be quick and agile while carrying a heavy ruck on your back in real life. β ββ οΈβ οΈ This is a very rough draft and far from perfect. I started tinkering with it late last night after seeing some tweets by other creators lamenting encumbrance. I decided to share it unpolished and half thought out in the hope that it would encourage theory craft discussions and friendly debate. I am fully prepared for backlash and also accept that Encumbrance may have already failed its death saving throws and can never be revived. β οΈβ οΈ β βπIf anyone knows of a house rules, or rules from other systems, that better addresses the issue, or if you have any ideas on how to make this rule better, please share !! π β βAll critiques and comments are encouraged, welcome, and considered. Items are continuously revised based on follower feedback and playtesting. Finished items are uploaded to @dndbeyond and to freely use in your campaign. More fun stuff can be found for on my Patreon and Ko-fi (https://linktr.ee/Feralborntrading). Thank you so much for the follows, likes, and inspiration. β β#dndhomebrew #dnd5e #dnd #dungeonsanddragons #dndmeme #dndmemes #dndhouserules #ttrpg https://www.instagram.com/p/CV3AblvJjPl/?utm_medium=tumblr
