DND Prep

Balanced Homebrew DND for Afterschool

By Aleric Fox, DM extrordinaire

20 (+5)

18 (+4)

16 (+3)

14 (+2)

12 (+1)

10 (+0)

​The Numbers

Set numbers so that everyone has the same starting point

​Array

Start with Stats

• +3 to any stats, but nothing goes over 20

• Choose either

  • +1 to stats

  • +5 speed

  • Natural Aarmor (+3 AC)

Numbers

The species of your character and what innate physical traits your character has.

​Race

Homebrew Race

• Choose 2 more skills

• Choose 2 more languages

• Choose 1 tool proficiency

Hit die: 12 to 10 to 8 to 6

​Choices

• Pick 2 Skills to be proficient in

• Pick 2 Saving throw proficiency

• Start with d12 hit die and reduce it for each of the choices chosen on the right

​Starting out

Mix and Match Class - Primary Stat

Basic Background

​Choose 1 place you will have easy access

Libraries, Schools, Archeological digs, Inns (with discount), Guard Stations, Banks (within limits), Audience with royalty, Criminal sanctuaries, Churches, Docks, Ships, Caravans, Arenas, or you can be good with maps and directions

​Other Bonuses

​Choose 2 skill proficiencies

Choose 1 language or tool proficiency

Multiple Choice

Does this work

• Yes

• No

Level 1: Magic or Martial

Choose 2:

Unarmored defense

Full arms and armor Proficiency

Rage

Second Wind

Weapon Expertise

Favored Enemy

Explorer

Sneak attack

​Martial: Light, Med, Shield, Simple, Martial

choose 2 lvl 1 spells

Choose 1 cantrip

Magic: Light, Simple