Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition rules

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf tabletop role-playing game ruleset
gptkbp:abbreviation D&D 4E
gptkbp:criticizedFor departure from previous editions
video game-like mechanics
gptkbp:designer gptkb:James_Wyatt
gptkb:Andy_Collins
gptkb:Rob_Heinsoo
gptkbp:edition gptkb:Dungeons_&_Dragons
gptkbp:hasRule gptkb:Dungeon_Master's_Guide
gptkb:Monster_Manual
gptkb:Player's_Handbook
gptkbp:hasSupplement gptkb:Dungeon_Master's_Guide_2
gptkb:Monster_Manual_2
gptkb:Monster_Manual_3
gptkb:Player's_Handbook_3
gptkb:Player's_Handbook_2
Arcane Power
Divine Power
Primal Power
Essentials line
Martial Power
Psionic Power
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Dungeons & Dragons 4th Edition rules
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:mediaType gptkb:print
digital
gptkbp:notableFeature skill challenges
action points
paragon and epic tiers
emphasis on tactical combat
online tools support
roles for classes (Defender, Striker, Leader, Controller)
powers system for all classes
at-will, encounter, and daily powers
character builds and paths
healing surges system
simplified skill list
standardized monster and NPC design
gptkbp:praisedFor clarity of rules
streamlined combat
balance between classes
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:Dungeons_&_Dragons_3.5_Edition_rules
gptkbp:publicReception mixed
gptkbp:publishedBy gptkb:Wizards_of_the_Coast
gptkbp:releaseDate 2008
gptkbp:settingSupport gptkb:Forgotten_Realms
gptkb:Dark_Sun
gptkb:Eberron
gptkb:Nentir_Vale
gptkbp:successor Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition rules
gptkbp:targetAudience tabletop gamers
gptkbp:uses gptkb:d20_System
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Gamma_World
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6