* * * Wizards Community Thread * * * -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thread : 3.5ed monsters to 2ed Started at 07-16-04 08:48 PM by Glorified_Suffering Visit at http://forums.gleemax.com/showthread.php?t=277327 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 1] Author : Glorified_Suffering Date : 07-16-04 08:48 PM Thread Title : 3.5ed monsters to 2ed Ok I know it's probably already been said before but can someone tell me how to convert the monsters in the 3.5 ed to 2ed? I'm not sure how it all goes but I was looking through the 3.5ed monster manual and there are some monsters that i would like to incorporate in my 2ed game. thanks in advance. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 2] Author : Dielzen Date : 07-16-04 08:50 PM Grab the document for converting 2e to 3.5e, and work backwards. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 3] Author : Varl Date : 07-17-04 05:51 PM You can do what I did and have a plain template of 2e creature stats (and the formulas required to come up with those numbers) and take most of the 3e/3.5 creature stats and work them as best you can into 2e stat blocks. Some things might not crossover too well, such as saves, but all you need is a copy of the 2e saving throw tables to be able to gauge what their 2e saves should be based off of the 3e stats it has and by looking at those 2e charts. I've created a compilation template of categories from both 2e and 3e which I use to convert 3.x creatures back to 2e, while still using certain fields from both editions to give me what I feel is the best possible combinations of fields for my game. Feel free to use it or alter it to your own specific preferences. Creature Climate/Terrain: Subterranean, Aquatic, Arctic, Sub-arctic, Temperate, Tropical; Plain/Scrubs, Forests, Rough/Hills, Mountains, Swamps, Any, Space, and Deserts. Frequency: Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare Organization: Solitary, Nil, Tribal, Pack, Brood, Entourage, Swarm, Flock, Band, Family, Squad, Pride, Group, Herd, School, Clan, Familial Lair, Pairs, Loose Band, Multi-cellular, Mated Pair, Military, Dictatorship/Monarchy, Colony, Hive, Covey, Community, and Individual Activity Cycle: Any, Day, Night, Dusk or Dawn Diet: Carnivore, Omnivore, Herbivore, Special, or None *Abilities: Strength 14, Dexterity 14, Constitution 15, Intelligence 4, Wisdom 14, Charisma 8 *Initiative: +2 (from Dexterity) Treasure: B, O, U Alignment: Neutral No. Appearing: 1d4 Armor Class: 2 *Speed: Ground, Flying (with Maneuverability Class A-E), Swimming, Burrowing, Climbing, and Web (climbing across webs) Hit Dice: 7+2 THAC0: 13 No. of Attacks: 3 (2 claws, 1 bite) Damage/Attack: 2d4/2d4/3d6 *Space/Reach: 5 feet/5 feet Special Attacks: Spurs, rear claws, tail, electricity (list any here) Special Defenses: See below (list any here) Magic Resistance: Nil *Saves: PPDM 14 RSW 15 PP 15 BW 19 Spell 17 Size: T, S, M, L, H, or G (give height and/or length) Morale: Elite (13-14) XP Value: 4,000 *Advancement: 2-3 HD (Small); 4-6 HD (Medium-size) * Indicates new category courtesy of 3rd edition. Description: Enter description here. Combat: A creature’s combat abilities here. Habitat/Society: Habitat/society information here. Ecology: How the creature impacts the ecology of the region it’s known to be in. I hope this helps. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 4] Author : Glorified_Suffering Date : 07-20-04 07:38 AM "Grab the document for converting 2e to 3.5e, and work backwards." ....And that is found where?...Sorry but I don't deal much with 3.5 and as far as D&D on the web goes I don't go much past the OOP D&D forum...sorry....just need a little more help than that... -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 5] Author : Incenjucar Date : 07-20-04 07:44 AM It's mostly a case-by-case basis. Is there any particular monster you need converted? Perhaps we can help. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 6] Author : vader42xx Date : 07-20-04 09:35 AM I second Incenjucar's thoughts. Each 3e creature will present its own problems and what not so you might be better off getting specific help (from us or other sources) if that's possible. :) So, what can we help ya with? :D -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 7] Author : diaglo Date : 07-21-04 12:04 PM http://www.wizards.com/dnd/DnD_CYC_intro.asp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 8] Author : vader42xx Date : 07-21-04 01:39 PM Thanks for the conversion guide Diaglo, I'm sure that'll give him a big helping hand. :) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Downloaded from Wizards Community (http://forums.gleemax.com) at 05-10-08 08:19 AM.