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3.5E/PFRPG Target 20

by sirkerry

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Description

Converts all ability checks, skill checks, saving throws, and attack/grapple rolls to a unified Target 20 system. Every roll is standardized to “roll high vs. 20” while preserving mathematically identical success/failure rates to stock rules.

Core Concept

Instead of rolling against varying DCs or ACs, the extension folds the natural target number into your modifier:

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delta = 20 - naturalTarget
nMod = nMod + delta
target = 20
  • A DC 16 Reflex save becomes “roll +4, vs 20”
  • An attack vs. AC 18 becomes “roll +2, vs 20”
  • The outcome is identical to stock rules, but every d20 roll in the game now feels consistent and familiar.

Detailed Mechanics

  • Saves: Full character level bonus added (PC only). Chat shows [DC X - T20 +Y] [+Z LEVEL].
  • Ability & Skill Checks: floor(level/2) bonus (PC only). Chat shows [+Z LEVEL/2].
  • Attacks & Grapple (PFRPG CMD): Delta applied using target AC/CMD. No level bonus (non-combat bonus only). Chat shows [AC X - T20 +Y].
  • Natural 1s and 20s (auto-miss/threat) remain unchanged.
  • Critical confirmation rolls automatically inherit the adjusted modifiers and target.

Why Target 20?

  • Creates a consistent “roll high vs 20” feel across the entire game.
  • Greatly simplifies mental math during play, especially for newer players or large tables.
  • Keeps all the original balance and scaling intact through smart delta/level adjustments.

How It Works

  • Checks/Saves: Hooks into the universal onActionPreModRoll system (same family used by Extended Automation and 35e-advdis).
  • Attacks: Intelligently wraps ActorManager35E.getDefenseValue to adjust modifiers and defense values on the fly without breaking any existing attack logic.

Compatibility

  • Official 3.5E and PFRPG rulesets.
  • Purely additive — no core files are modified.
  • Works independently of PFRPG - Extended Automation and 35e-advdis.
  • Grapple in 3.5E (opposed check) is not auto-adjusted; PFRPG CMD works fully.

Streamline your classic d20 gameplay with one simple, powerful change. Perfect companion to 35e-advdis for a modern-feeling 3.5E / Pathfinder 1E experience!




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