Overwhelming Danger the PCs are very likely to lose the encounter, and only tremendous luck or playing at the top of their game can see them through Severe Danger The PCs are going to be outmatched and without very clever gameplay and teamwork, they’re more likely than not going to lose Serious Danger the PCs are going up against a real threat and could just as easily win as they could lose, and will need to play smart to win Significant Danger the PCs are likely to win the fight, but it will require smart play to come out on top
Modest Danger the PCs stand to suffer some injuries if they’re not careful Minimal Danger the PCs have almost no chance of being defeated No Danger there is almost no possible way that the PCs could suffer injury, much less defeat Step 1: How Dangerous?Įncounters are rated by how dangerous they are, or how difficult it will be for the players to overcome them: TABLE 1: ENCOUNTER DANGER RANK Danger Rank These guidelines are the basis behind the math on this site.
