HERO Designer
General discussions of the HERO Designer character creation software.
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There was a forum from 2017 on changing font (see below). Do you have an updated version of this "for Dummies" or a YouTube video that I can follow to duplicate? Also, do you have a webpage that shows the various export formats? Are there non-.hde formats that you can download and edit? Thanks! "To use, you need to launch HD from the command line (or create a batch script) with the following: javaw -jar HD6.jar [font size] for example, the following would set the default font size throughout the application to 18pt: javaw -jar HD6.jar 18
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When exporting (.hdr), the POWER_END has multiple meanings. If there is an END cost, it'll be a number. If not but there are charges, it'll be a weird "[n bc]" format where "n" is the number of charges and "bc" is only present if the charges are boostable. Is there any way to get only END or only charges? Alternatively, is there an IF that distinguishes between them so I can conditionally emit only one? -- Brian
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As I understand it Java works on Linux. But I cannot figure a way to make it work on Android. I use Dex (Samsung) and would like to stop replacing my laptops. But hd is to valuable to me to switch. Has anyone figured a way for HD too work on Android? (I know it is not officially supported, but dang it would be awesome.)
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Is there a way, in a .hcr file, to do a general "if/then/else" condition like: if str.total > 15 if xmlid == "HKA" etc. -- Brian
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I just bought HD6, and i can't get it to open. I downloaded the latest version of Java, not sure what to do,my game is Friday and i can p&P my character, but i prefer to have my numbers checked as I'm a new player.
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Morning folks. Posting on behalf of a busy GM with Hero Designer. He was showing off some of the outputs from the program and I like the "detailed" output in HTML format, but the basic output will properly fill my 4k monitor on top of collapsing to phone sizes. I was wondering if there's a way to make the "detailed" sheet with its styling properly tile horizontally in a responsive layout, outside of me adding the CSS to do it myself.
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I'm having an odd experience with Hero Designer now that I've transferred it to a new laptop. The Variable Power Pool for 6E doesn't have some key limitations: namely, how often VPP can be changed (like between adventures) and needing to change it under special circumstances (like consulting a spell book or using a lab). These limitations aren't even listed in the "unavailable limitations" section, for either the VPP-only modifiers or the common modifiers. Oddly, when I try a 5E VPP, it does list two of these (VPP can only be changed between adventures, VPP powers can be changed only in given circumstances). And when I then go to 6E, it has those two limitati…
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Now, I doubt this will be a question easily answered, but I shall ask anyways. You see, I'm blind and use a screen reader to access stuff. How screen reader friendly is the hero designer? Considering it's Java, I'm guessing that I'd be buying a digital paperweight, but maybe not.
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HD has started locking up on me and I'm not sure why. I reinstalled the most current version (Build 20230715) and updated my Java (version 8 Update 381). I can open existing characters or open new ones just fine. But when I go to try and select/add a Power or Talent, everything freezes up and I have to use Task Manager to close out. (I'm on a Windows machine.) I can add Skills just fine - it seems to be anytime it's trying to open another window that's causing the problem? Help me Mister Wizard!
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It's annoying to have to check this box each time I turn on HERO Designer. Is there some way to get it to stay on even when I close the program?
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How do I spend character points (from experience) to payoff complications in Hero Designer? I am using a 6th edition character. Thank you! - Chris
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45 points: Multipower, 60-point reserve, all slots Half Range Modifier (+1/4), Reduced Endurance (1/2 END; +1/4) (90 Active Points); all slots OIF (-1/2), Limited Range (-1/4), No Knockback (-1/4) 3 points: Blast 12d6 (60 Active Points) 30 points: Multipower, 60-point reserve, (60 Active Points); all slots OIF (-1/2), Limited Range (-1/4), No Knockback (-1/4) 3 points: Blast 12d6 (60 Active Points) 90 points: Multipower, 60-point reserve, all slots Half Range Modifier (+1/4), Reduced Endurance (1/2 END; +1/4) (90 Active Points) 6 points: 3 points: Blast 12d6 (60 Active Points) These 3 show that the common limitatio…
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If I want both Flash (Sight) and Blast (AVAD: Flash Defense [Sight]) to be used at the same time I apply Linked. But you're not allowed to Link two slots in a Multipower, and I don't know how to put two different effects on "line" so they count as one slot. Is there a way to do this, or do I need to use Flexible slots?
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Hi folks, I am familiar with how to add custom languages to HD by using custom templates, but that removes the standard Earth languages. What I want to do is to add additional languages that are not from Earth, but retain all of the core languages. Is there a way to do that?
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Do I build Reach as a separate Power with the appropriate Limitations based on the weapon (Power or Equipment) that grants it? Or is there a way to build Reach officially into a piece of Equipment or Power? Alternatively, is there a way to link Powers in Hero Designer? Currently, this is what I have: <i>Power Bastard Sword:</i> HKA 1 1/2d6 (3d6 w/STR), Reduced Endurance (0 END; END cost based on STR required to wield; +1/2) (37 Active Points); OAF (-1), STR Minimum 18 (-3/4), Required Hands One-And-A-Half-Handed (-1/4) and a totally separate Power: <i>Power Bastard Sword's Reach:</i> Stretching…
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Ok, in my post-GenCon creative burst, I am fixing the couple of errors I found in my export format that I used for GenCon. There are a couple of things I am manually editing in the RTF because I was having problems getting them to do what I wanted. I am trying to fix that now (particularly Combat Maneuver), and I want to use some end notes with symbols. Other than just making a big list and seeing what prints out, is there a list someplace so I could figure out which codes do what?
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I'm getting a weird error when trying to Export some vehicles, but not all of them. I've had the same error with "RPM_PublishedVehicleSheet_6E_dlc.hde" (which I don't remember where I got) and "RTF-Vehicle Sheet Deric Page.hde" (which I downloaded off the forums thinking the previous export was corrupted). It's the same error with both, but it doesn't occur with all vehicles. It says, "Error Message: For input string "-4-10"." I feel like I'm missing something very simple, but I have a four-month-old, and as a result, I'm too tired to think it through.
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Using HERO Designer build 20230715. When selecting the "Requires A Roll" (RAR) limitation, and selecting a Skill Roll or Characteristic Roll, how can I specify the Skill or Characteristic to use? I know I can just make a note and do the calculation, but it would be nice to auto-calculate the resulting roll required based on Active Points and the Skill/Characteristic it is based on. I'm also thinking of the upcoming Foundry HERO module and having that information in the character file for automation. Thanks!
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Hi, I have been trying to work out how to add negative stats to an equipment prefab. For example, armour that provides rPD, rED, but a -1 to OCV, due to its bulk. If this functionality isn't there, can we add it so you can add negative characteristics to a compound power? Or if there is a solution that would also be awesome. Cheers
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Does HD work on Apple computers? If yes, what are the Mac requirements, and what special steps might I need to take to get it set up? Many thx.
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When I create a vehicle for 6th edition, any attempt to do a sellback for STR & BODY, upon selecing the value for the 2nd characteristic, I get this error message. Is this expected behavior? (As far as I've been told, this restriction was removed for 6th edition) As can be seen this is a template for Vehicles 6E...please reference the image below:
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What is the current version of the Hero Designer software? I have version 6, build 20120316. I just wanted to know if I need to get a new version.
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I switched to a new computer and Hero Designer won't open. I have java installed but no luck. Any ideas? It says that it can't access file even though all the promissions are on when I use command promt
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What is everyone's opinion on the best Export option for printing? I've looked at a few of the HTML ones and there are some offset page breaks that can be deal breakers for me. Anyone know of one that works pretty well, particularly for newer players?
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While using Multipower on the current version I noticed the Active Points and Display Active Points looked strange. If the window is too narrow the Display AP tries to crawl over on top of AP. Anyone else getting this? Windows 11 Laptop
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