| In 2002 there was a huge debate amongst gamers and publishers about the Ranger class. All benefits of the class were gained at level 1 so it became the prime multi-class choice as well as the class with the least incentive to level up. I toyed with a few ideas for my campaigns and even came up with an alternate system for favored enemy that closely resembled a rogues special abilities at high level. I wanted to get other's opinions on what would be a good way to make the class better overall. The opinion that was pushed most was granting the rangers more feats like a fighter's bonus feats. I play tested that once, and it was a horrible mistake. The changes that later came about in 3.5 took a hybrid view of ranger progression and powers. These changes made the ranger much more balanced and enjoyable to play. I can't remember how long I allowed this poll to run, but it took a while to get good comments and suggestions. |