GM House Rules for D&D 5e (2014)#

Welcome to our D&D 5e campaign! These house rules enhance the core 5e experience by incorporating mechanics from Pathfinder 2e and other systems to create more dynamic gameplay.

Overview#

This campaign uses modified rules to make characters more versatile and combat more strategic. These changes affect character progression, skills, combat mechanics, and spellcasting.

**New to These Rules?** Don't worry about memorizing everything! Start with the basics and reference specific sections as needed during play. Your GM will help guide you through any questions.

What’s Different?#

Here’s a quick summary of the major changes:

🎯 Character Advancement#

• Ability Score Improvements (ASI) are now separate from Feats
• You get +2 ASI every 4 levels (starting at level 2)
• You get 1 Feat every 4 levels (starting at level 4)
• More flexibility to customize your character!

🎲 Skills System#

• Gain additional skill proficiencies as you level up
• Skills can be improved to Expertise Levels (1-4)
• Each expertise level unlocks special abilities
• Make skill checks more meaningful at higher levels

⚔️ Combat Enhancements#

• Critical hits deal maximum damage + roll damage dice again
• Touch AC and Flat-Footed AC for tactical depth
• All martial classes get Superiority Dice and maneuvers
• More tactical options in combat

🔮 Spell Scaling & Tiers#

• Character tiers (1-4) affect spell effectiveness
• Higher-tier enemies resist crowd control better
• Lower-tier enemies are more vulnerable to your spells
• Adds challenge and strategy to spellcasting

Rule Sections#

Click on any section below to learn more:

• Character Advancement - ASI and Feats progression
• Skills System - Skill improvements and Expertise effects
• Combat Rules - Critical damage, Armor Class, and Maneuvers
• Spell Scaling & Tiers - How character tiers affect spells

Quick Reference#

**Remember**: These rules apply to all players equally. If you have questions or concerns about any rule, talk to your GM!

These house rules are designed to enhance player agency and tactical depth while maintaining the core 5e experience. Have fun!