Combat just got smarter, faster, and deadlier in Cresthaven. We’ve overhauled the entire system — declared actions, called shots, damage resistance, and real tactical consequences. Every hit counts. Every mistake costs. If you're ready for fights that feel brutal, cinematic, and earned, this is the update you've been waiting for.
If your sword bounces off a dragon's scales, try a ballista, cast a fireball, or get creative—there's always a way to win!
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Welcome to this detailed walkthrough of a tactical combat scenario in Cresthaven RPG, designed to help new players and Game Masters (DMs) master the core principles of combat.
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Confused about resting rules or how to help a dying friend in Cresthaven RPG? This update clarifies Long Rest requirements, resource management, death saving throws, and stabilization with Heal Wound spells. Learn how to avoid permanent character death and keep your party adventuring!
Forget rigid alignments. Here in Cresthaven, heroism is a tapestry woven from deeds, not labels. A hero might possess a ruthless streak or a thirst for glory, but they'll never stoop to preying on the innocent. Their path may be unconventional, their choices sometimes questionable, but their actions ultimately tip the scales towards a better world.
Added to the Combat and Playing the Game sections, these optional rules include using obstacles for cover, light conditions affecting gameplay, and detailed terrain interactions, all aimed at enriching combat with strategic environmental consideration.
Reputation adds a layer of consequence, shaping how monsters and NPCs react to your party. Heroic deeds build trust, while villainy sows suspicion, influencing encounters and opening doors (or slamming them shut).
Crafting allows characters to create non-magical and, at higher levels, magical items. This section details the process for crafting both mundane and magical objects, as well as the costs associated with hiring an artisan to craft them for you.