====== Rules ======

There are a number of rules unique to this game that sit on top of the [[https://media.wizards.com/2018/dnd/downloads/DnD_BasicRules_2018.pdf|5e open-source rules]]. These rules are found below. 

===== Live Game Rules =====

  * The [[core mechanic]] is very similar to 5e
  * A simplified [[actions|action economy]]
  * Unique [[character generation]] rules specific to the Eldritch Earth setting
  * [[Combat|Combat]] related rules and clarification
  * [[Healing|Healing]] and [[damage]] and [[rest]] information collected in one place.
  * [[Corruption|A corruption system]] to track demonic possession
  * A very simple but effective [[stress|sanity system]] 
  * Custom rules with regard to recruiting [[Hench|NPCs and retainers]] along with details on [[morale]] and [[orders|command]].
  * An innovative but OSR-flavored [[XP|rewards]] system
  * A new [[spells|spellcasting]] library that captures the flavors of Eldritch Earth by making [[mishap|spell failure]] more regular and more difficult
  * A spell [[concentration]] rule that is similar to that introduced by 5e
  * A master list of potential [[conditions]] a creature might suffer
  * [[Equipment]] that can be [[durability|broken]], [[repairs|repaired]], and has an [[load|encumbrance]] rating
  * A interesting mechanic for tracking one's [[supply|supplies]]

===== Downtime Rules =====

  * A simple description of regular [[Expenses|expenses]] and maintenance
  * Directives for how to buy and maintain [[Landed Property|property]] and strongholds
  * Rules for downtime [[Crafting|crafting]] of mundane and magic items
  * A catalog of [[books]] one might acquire for various magical and mundane needs
  * Information on how to request and carry out downtime side quests
  * Details on how to use the [[the sandbox|"Western Marches"]] style campaign