#92. Is New D&D 5e too Focused on Player Success?
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The latest Unearthed Arcana drops another 5e playtest packet, prompting more conversation about D&D's goals as a game. We also give a few opinions on the latest changes.
Discover 'Arora: Age of Desolation' with new 5e exploration mechanics: https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AR01_2023_7_092
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Editor: ZsDante
Topics:
00:00 - Intro
04:28 - The ORC License
04:51 - D&D Playtest Packet 6
15:35 - Too much player success?
29:15 - Exhaustion & storytelling currency
39:56 - Capstones & Bards
42:00 - Druids & Monks
48:36 - Valiant playtest packet
49:25 - Changes to spell learning
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