Dungeons & Dragons (4th edition)

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:role-playing_game
gptkbp:followedBy gptkb:Dungeons_&_Dragons_(5th_edition)
gptkbp:genre fantasy
gptkbp:hasRule gptkb:Dungeon_Master's_Guide
gptkb:Monster_Manual
gptkb:Player's_Handbook
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Dungeons & Dragons (4th edition)
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:notableFeature Rituals
powers system
Essentials line
emphasis on tactical combat
online tools support
roles for classes
use of miniatures
Action points
Alignment system revised
At-will powers
Class roles: Defender, Striker, Leader, Controller
Criticism for video game-like mechanics
Daily powers
Digital subscription service (D&D Insider)
Emphasis on balance and tactical play
Encounter powers
Epic destinies
First edition to launch with digital tools
Healing surges
Mixed reception from fans
Monster design overhaul
Paragon paths
Power cards
Race and class balance focus
Revised monster stat blocks
Simplified multiclassing
Skill challenges
Skill list reduction
Standard, Move, Minor actions
Support ended in 2014
character builder software
Martial, Arcane, Divine, Primal, Psionic power sources
gptkbp:partOfSeries gptkb:Dungeons_&_Dragons
gptkbp:precededBy Dungeons & Dragons (3.5 edition)
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Wizards_of_the_Coast
gptkbp:releaseDate 2008
gptkbp:setting gptkb:Forgotten_Realms
gptkb:Dark_Sun
gptkb:Eberron
gptkb:Nentir_Vale
gptkbp:system D20 System (modified)
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dungeons_&_Dragons_(5th_edition)
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6