D&D Beyond (WoTC 5e character generator +)

MNBlockHead · March 12th, 2017, 10:10 AM

Looks like WoTC is coming out with an official character generator for 5e.

Not sure what this will mean for HL ever getting a 5e license. It may be seen as a direct competitor. I hope that's not the case as I don't see D&D Beyond being as customizable. All speculation until I get my hands on the beta.

Dervish · March 12th, 2017, 10:37 AM

Makes me want to beat my head against the wall

Mergon · March 12th, 2017, 04:48 PM

After there last two attempts at creating their own character generators I swore off using there software. There 4th edition character creator ruined so many of my characters by enforcing errata that I gave my 4e books away and literally will not touch 4e with a 100-foot cattle prod ( i may use a flamethrower though).

daplunk · March 12th, 2017, 05:32 PM

This isn't their software. This is a 3pp who has obtained a license.

Mergon · March 12th, 2017, 05:33 PM

That's different, but I'll stick with HL.

daplunk · March 12th, 2017, 05:42 PM

Collecting more information.

This will have bundle purchases and an ongoing subscription model to unlock more character slots and home brew content.

At launch we will have the compendium content, character builder, and digital character sheet. DM tools are absolutely on the roadmap (encounter builder, combat tracker, campaign management, etc)!

Mergon · March 12th, 2017, 05:48 PM

Perhaps, but if its anything like Fantasy Grounds the price will be ridiculous. If HL got a License I might consider it, but Fantasy Grounds has a ridiculous UI and pricing.

Right now, having just got Realm Works, I am trying to figure everything out. I'll be happier when HL revamps its tactical display,

To date, HL's pricing has been reasonable, but WotC believes in unreasonable pricing. You pay a small fortune for the hard cover books, then spend the same or more for digital copies like in Fantasy Ground.

chaoscowboy · March 15th, 2017, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Mergon

Perhaps, but if its anything like Fantasy Grounds the price will be ridiculous. If HL got a License I might consider it, but Fantasy Grounds has a ridiculous UI and pricing.

Right now, having just got Realm Works, I am trying to figure everything out. I'll be happier when HL revamps its tactical display,

To date, HL's pricing has been reasonable, but WotC believes in unreasonable pricing. You pay a small fortune for the hard cover books, then spend the same or more for digital copies like in Fantasy Ground.

I disagree with the reasonable pricing statement.

Dervish · March 15th, 2017, 11:49 PM

When comparing LWD to Smiteworks yes the pricing is reasonable

daplunk · March 12th, 2017, 05:53 PM

If the license ever happens my approach would change. Would have to stop buying physical books (which I never use anyway once they are in Realm Works). Would just but them in RW/HL.

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Mergon Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 788 March 12th, 2017, 04:48 PM	After there last two attempts at creating their own character generators I swore off using there software. There 4th edition character creator ruined so many of my characters by enforcing errata that I gave my 4e books away and literally will not touch 4e with a 100-foot cattle prod ( i may use a flamethrower though). Watch your back, Conserve your ammo, and NEVER cut a deal with a dragon!
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