Parliamentar's Role-playing XP Tracker

Welcome to the RP XP Tracker!

This scalable system ensures the base XP gained from each button is automatically adjusted based on a character's level: (Why is RP XP scaled?)

• Characters at Level 1 receive 10% of the base XP listed for a category.
• XP gradually increases, reaching 100% of the base amount at Level 10.
• For levels 11 through 20, XP continues to scale up to a maximum of 200% (double) the base amount at Level 20.

These values were determined to help players earn approximately 10% to 20% of their total experience points for leveling up from role-playing, rather than solely relying on combat encounters.

Persistence & Memory:

Your character data (names, levels, and XP totals) is automatically saved right in your browser's memory (using Local Storage). This means:

• You can close the tab or browser, and when you return to this page on the same device and browser, your data will be exactly as you left it.
• Data will be lost if you clear your browser's cache/local storage, open the tracker in an incognito/private window, or access it on a different device or browser.

Character Capacity:

This tracker supports 1 to 8 characters simultaneously. You can change the number of active characters using the dropdown at the bottom of the tracker.

• You can add more character columns at any time without affecting your existing character data.
• However, removing character columns will permanently delete the data for those specific characters. For example, if you have 4 characters and you reduce the count to 3, the 4th character's data will be lost.
• Heads Up: When using 8 characters, the simplified 'Summary' panel on the far right may become very narrow or even disappear to make room for the character columns. This is normal behavior to prioritize the main tracker.

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Optimized for Larger Screens

This XP tracker is designed for a better experience on larger screens like desktops or tablets.

For the best usability and to see all features clearly, we recommend accessing this page from a device with a wider display.

Thank you for your understanding!

Combat/Milestone XP Distribution

While this tool was originally developed to help track experience points gained for exceptional role-playing, you can also use this optional feature to keep all your XP tracking in one place.

How it Works:

• Enter any numerical XP value (positive or negative) into the input field.
• Select which character columns should receive (or lose) this XP using the checkboxes below. Checkboxes dynamically display character names for clarity.
• The entered XP will be divided equally among only the selected characters. Any fractional XP will be discarded (rounded down).
• Use the "All" button to quickly select or deselect all visible character columns.
• Click "Distribute XP" to apply the changes.

Important Considerations:

• "Distribute to All" Warning: If you use the "All" button, XP will be distributed to all currently visible columns, even those not currently occupied by a player character. Be mindful of this if you have unused columns visible.
• Undo Limitations: The "Undo Last XP" button (for RP gains) will NOT undo a bulk XP distribution. This action is separate.
• Correcting Mistakes: To correct a mistake made with a distributed amount, simply enter a negative number in the input field and distribute it to the same characters to remove XP.
• Intended Use: This feature is ideal for distributing combat XP, milestone XP, or general bonus XP for the entire group (or specific members). With the negative number feature, it can also be used to penalize players as a group or individually for specific in-game events (e.g., an XP-draining curse).

You can review this information again at any time by clicking the info () icon next to the title.

Why is Role-Playing XP Scaled by Level?

The reason for scaling role-playing experience (while combat or milestone experience is not) is twofold, representing both game mechanics and in-world logic.

The Game Mechanic Purpose

From a game design perspective, scaling role-playing XP is crucial for maintaining balance and consistent relevance throughout your character's journey. At low levels, a fixed amount would be disproportionately powerful; at high levels, it would be negligible. This ensures RP XP always feels meaningful, much like how combat challenges inherently scale (you fight goblins at Level 1 and dragons at Level 20). The reward scales to relevance.

The In-Game Thematic Explanation

While the role-playing acts themselves are constant—meaning the same behavior in the same situation—the in-game reason for them yielding different XP based on level lies in your character's evolving capacity to learn and absorb from experiences. Imagine a young, inexperienced adventurer (Level 1) encountering a profound moral dilemma; their limited worldview and practical experience means they might only grasp a fraction of the lesson. As they gain levels, they accumulate wisdom, maturity, and a deeper understanding, allowing them to process and integrate new insights more profoundly. The XP, therefore, reflects not just the external event, but also the internal transformation and growth that comes with a character's increasing ability to notice, absorb, embrace, and utilize life's lessons over time.

A Word from Lord Parliamentar!

Greetings, fellow adventurer! It seems you've been putting the RP XP tracker to good use, and Lord Parliamentar is delighted. If this tool has served you well on your perilous journeys, consider a small token of appreciation to fuel his continued arcane research.

Perhaps you'd be so kind as to buy Lord Parliamentar a pint of Mead? Your support helps keep the magic flowing and the parchment fresh! (All support directly aids in covering the costs of developing and hosting this tool.)

Beyond the ale, your wisdom is also invaluable! Lord Parliamentar is always eager to hear from fellow adventurers. Do you have ideas for improvements, a new feature you'd love to see, or any feedback on your experience with the tracker?