Character Planner Version 2.00 - Now with Equipment!

[Dworkin_of_Amber]

Hey Ron... noticed something odd..

Create new char.
Human
Rogue Level 1
Paladin Level 2
Jump to L12
Spend 6 AP to unlock Paladin's Resistance of Good.
Select RoG...
Saves jump from 8/6/4 to 9/107/131


Also, I know we don't have the Feats for L14 yet... but any thought of adding up to L14 for character design? Specifically as the higher level AP's require Char Level 11 (like Bulwark of Good and Resistance of Good)... desigining multi-class character need 14 levels to design, given that we get L14 in 1 month... just a thought..


And by the way, thanks for the AWSOME tool!!! I love this thing!

[Ron]

Yeah, I got that one. It turns out when I did the parser for the enhancements, I forgot to set up the save effects to read in as a vector rather than just an integer. Basically what it means is that any enhancement that affects more than one type of save is going to bork the numbers. I fixed that yesterday.

I think I'm probably going to release a new version, maybe as early as this weekend. I've already fixed a fair number of bugs with the new enhancement system, and fixed three of the four "Known Issues". I think they're significant enough to warrant a new upload, especially with that Saves bug (and also an HP calculation bug that was fixed).

It all depends on how far I can get. I have a good start on getting the enhancement graphics back into their correct places, and I'd like to finish, and if I have time, maybe get one more equipment type in. We'll see how it goes.

Not to mention, I wouldn't mind getting a little DDO play time in while the Anniversary event is going on

As for the level cap increase, yes, I'll be working on that soon. I can at least set up for the new spells and get the interface all ready, even if we don't have all the data. But it will be a couple of weeks before that's ready, at least.

[prometheus303]

Not sure if anyone else has asked this yet, but is there a reason you didnt include +5 abilities to helmets? And I also noticed that +3 was the highest WIS and INT modifier for helms as well...just curious...doing a fantastic job as always...we are also missing V and VI levels for all the spell damage adjustments...i'm sure inputting all that stuff is a pain in the arse...but figured i'd stop by and ask...

[Thuban]

As Blind said, Drow are not an option for a 32-point build in-game.

That's true, but they should start with 32 points anyway shouldn't they? When I used this program it only gave me 28 points to build with.

My drow started with 32 when I made him in game.

[Ron]

Not sure if anyone else has asked this yet, but is there a reason you didnt include +5 abilities to helmets? And I also noticed that +3 was the highest WIS and INT modifier for helms as well...just curious...doing a fantastic job as always...we are also missing V and VI levels for all the spell damage adjustments...i'm sure inputting all that stuff is a pain in the arse...but figured i'd stop by and ask...

Aye, there's a reason

I put in values based on what I saw in the AH at the time. I knew there were other possibilities, but I didn't want to spend a ton of time on it, because I knew it was a stopgap measure that I was going to rip back out and redo anyway. All those prefixes that have variable entries have been redone now such that they are like the suffixes (once you put in Wise, you can then put in a value between 1 and 5 for the bonus). And yeah, the Charismatic, Clever, and Wise prefixes now go to +5, and the spell modifiers now go to +VII (I'm anticipating that we'll see VII once level 7 spells become available).

Anyway, long explanation. The short of it was I was very unhappy with the prefix situation but I didn't have the time to fix it. So I put in the bare minimum until I could get a better system in place. That's done now, and you'll have all the options available for the next release

[Ron]

My drow started with 32 when I made him in game.

I promise you you didn't

A drow's base numbers start off higher than the average race (by exactly 4 points as it turns out). Because of this, they can only start with 28 points to spend. They never ever get a 32 point option, no matter how much favor you have.

[cnynridr2]

Thx a bunch for the planners. I have been using and they help alot. Nice job!

[Ron]

Because the devs just took Risia down through the weekend, I can't finish the enhancement icons. So no new character planner release this weekend. Look for it next week (presuming the devs bring Risia back up again).

[Thuban]

I promise you you didn't

A drow's base numbers start off higher than the average race (by exactly 4 points as it turns out). Because of this, they can only start with 28 points to spend. They never ever get a 32 point option, no matter how much favor you have.

Oh you're right. I'm not thinking. I got thrown off because I started with a 20 charisma. I was thinking it had to be cus of 32 points.

[prometheus303]

Yeah, I got that one. It turns out when I did the parser for the enhancements, I forgot to set up the save effects to read in as a vector rather than just an integer. Basically what it means is that any enhancement that affects more than one type of save is going to bork the numbers. I fixed that yesterday.

I think I'm probably going to release a new version, maybe as early as this weekend. I've already fixed a fair number of bugs with the new enhancement system, and fixed three of the four "Known Issues". I think they're significant enough to warrant a new upload, especially with that Saves bug (and also an HP calculation bug that was fixed).

It all depends on how far I can get. I have a good start on getting the enhancement graphics back into their correct places, and I'd like to finish, and if I have time, maybe get one more equipment type in. We'll see how it goes.

Not to mention, I wouldn't mind getting a little DDO play time in while the Anniversary event is going on

As for the level cap increase, yes, I'll be working on that soon. I can at least set up for the new spells and get the interface all ready, even if we don't have all the data. But it will be a couple of weeks before that's ready, at least.

I know you work way to hard on this thing, and I applaud your efforts!!! Definately sounds like a much easier format to use and upgrade. I do believe you might want to include +6 to the stat enhancements...since they are definately dropping with the +1 loot table increase...and we will be seeing this level on a daily basis once mod 4 hits the shelves. Again great work with this and i'm glad to finally be able to use just your builder to plan out my characters...i felt dirty using that other guys enhancement program (which was very good indeed) :P

[Ron]

Ok, it turns out that its only when you have a ranger level you cannot chose precise shot earlier than 11 even if you meet the prereqs.

Just as a followup to this, if anyone is interested. I went through every feat that you get automatically and wrote down any of them you get beyond level 1 (i.e. level 2-12 autofeats).

I then went into the character creater in game and checked them to see if you could take them at level 1. Much to my surprise, there are ONLY 2 feats that do this, and they both belong to Rangers. Precise Shot and Improved Precise Shot, which they get at level 11 automatically but can select as early as level 1.

I was under the impression the planner was wrong from day 1, but in fact, it's only been wrong since the level cap went to 12

[Ron]

Well folks,

I've been done with the coding for 2.20 for a few days now. What I've been waiting on is for Risia to come back up so that I could finish the enhancement graphics. I got through about 100 of them or so before they took it down. I also wanted to update the costs, progressions, etc, since they changed slightly from the previous incarnation of Risia.

But, with the announcement that Risia is now down through at least next Tuesday, I can't see waiting on it any longer. I want to get this version out there to fix the Saves and HP calculation bugs, and also there's some new stuff (swords!), and a few other things.

So I'll be uploading a new build sometime today. I'll post the notes once I've done so.

[Impaqt]

I think I found another Bug Ron.. My Dwarf Build was unable to take Dwarven Faith III even though I has spent 35 Action Points and had I and II.....

[WolfSpirit]

Great Job Ron, you should be rewarded by Turbine!
I used your first version to create my Expert Crossbowman/finesse fighter, Do almost all (except rogue work) that is my current and only Char. (Deleted all my Gimped ones till I feel a reroll need)
I will continue to use your gift for every Char I create as it worked out so well with Quasaar. Thanks for your Hard work!

[Puke]

I downloaded version 2.10 and this is the first time using your program, which I think is a great tool. I'm sure the problem is due to user error, but I can't figure out how to get my TWF Human Fighter the "Fighter Haste Boost II."

It shows the cost is AP:2, Level 4, Progression 10 but I have AP:2, Level 4, Progression 14 and I can't grab it.

Also, how do I increase a stat as if I've fed my character a tome? I see a little tome icon in the equipment list but I can't figure it out.

Character Plan by DDO Character Planner Version 2.10
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Pukindog Johnston
Level 4 Lawful Good Human Male
(4 Fighter) 
Hit Points: 64
Spell Points: 0 
BAB: 4\4
Fortitude: 5
Reflex: 3
Will: 1

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
                 Base Stats          Modified Stats
Abilities        (Level 1)             (Level 4)
Strength             18                    20
Dexterity            15                    15
Constitution         12                    12
Intelligence         10                    10
Wisdom               10                    10
Charisma              8                     8

                  Starting          Feat/Enhancement
                 Base Skills         Modified Skills
Skills           (Level 1)            (Level 4)
Balance               4                     5
Bluff                -1                    -1
Concentration         1                     1
Diplomacy            -1                    -1
Disable Device        n/a                   n/a
Haggle               -1                    -1
Heal                  2                     3.5
Hide                  2                     2
Intimidate           -1                    -1
Jump                  4                     7
Listen                0                     0
Move Silently         2                     2
Open Lock             n/a                   n/a
Perform              n/a                   n/a
Repair                0                     0
Search                0                     0
Spot                  2                     3.5
Swim                  4                     5
Tumble                n/a                   n/a
Use Magic Device     n/a                   n/a

Notable Equipment

Level 1 (Fighter)
Feat: (Fighter Bonus) Dodge
Feat: (Human Bonus) Mobility
Feat: (Selected) Two Weapon Fighting
Enhancement: Fighter Armor Class Boost I
Enhancement: Fighter Attack Boost I
Enhancement: Fighter Haste Class Boost I
Enhancement: Fighter Item Defense I

Level 2 (Fighter)
Feat: (Fighter Bonus) Weapon Focus: Slashing Weapons
Enhancement: Fighter Critical Accuracy I
Enhancement: Human Improved Recovery I

Level 3 (Fighter)
Feat: (Selected) Two Weapon Defense
Enhancement: Fighter Armor Mastery I
Enhancement: Fighter Jump I
Enhancement: Fighter Strength I

Level 4 (Fighter)
Feat: (Fighter Bonus) Spring Attack
Enhancement: Fighter Armor Class Boost II

[Impaqt]

The Tome feature hasnt been implemented yet... But it does seem that ther eis a Progression bug somewhere that preventing us from selecting some enhancements.

[Ron]

But it does seem that ther eis a Progression bug somewhere that preventing us from selecting some enhancements.

They aren't so much bugs as they are typos. It's difficult to type in some 850 enhancements without making mistakes here and there, and you guys are finding them, hehe (and thanks for letting me know!). Fortunately, they're easy to fix. I just corrected the dwarf and fighter ones, so they'll be in the update tonight.

[Impaqt]

They aren't so much bugs as they are typos. It's difficult to type in some 850 enhancements without making mistakes here and there, and you guys are finding them, hehe (and thanks for letting me know!). Fortunately, they're easy to fix. I just corrected the dwarf and fighter ones, so they'll be in the update tonight.

You Rock Ron!

[Ron]

You Rock Ron!

LOL, well thanks

BTW, when you see something like that happen with the enhancements, the first thing to do is to let me know about it. The second thing to do is to pop open the Enhancements.txt file (in the DataFiles subdirectory), go to the offending enhancement, and see if you can find a typo, either in the one that is malfunctioning, or the one that comes before it. Especially make sure the ENHANCEMENTNAME and REQUIRES: fields match the way they ought to.

It's an easy way to fix your version to get your build the way you want it without having to wait on me for a new version to be uploaded.

[Sensei]

Love it Ron. Great tool!

one thing though, I don't know why I knowticed but your Elf weapon prof. discription said shortsword. Now I and be 100 percent sure but I think thats suposed to be shortbow.

Again great job!