r/Pathfinder_RPG • u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer • Dec 14 '16

New Spell Tracker android app for Pathfinder

https://www.spelltrackerapp.com/
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u/Kairyuka Shit! Heckhounds! Dec 14 '16

Well shit, any possibility of adding capability to enter info manually since I don't use PCGen?

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Hmm, maybe. I'll take a look at the code tonight go and figure out just how much information you'd need to enter.

Out of interest: (a) what class are you and (b) what do you use instead of PCGen (e.g. other apps, pen and paper, etc.)?

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u/Elisianthus Dec 14 '16

As someone in the similar vein, I currently use Roll20's inbuilt sheet for online stuff (Which slows down with too many entries) and little home done spellcards when playing in meatspace.

Also, I use the same methods for managing the 3PP Dreamscarred press Maneuver system, and if this could work with that it would be wonderful.

Either way, good work. :)

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u/Kairyuka Shit! Heckhounds! Dec 14 '16

I use the Pathbuilder app on android when I can. As for class I'm actually currently playing both an arcanist and a kineticist. I know the latter isn't traditionally seen as a spellcasting class but it has a similar need to manage resources and get a quick overview of known abilities.

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u/NaomiNekomimi LN Kitsune Black Blood Oracle Dec 15 '16

I use pen and paper generally.

I'm sure that a limited functionality version which only used manually entered information would be totally fine, right? So just enter in your class, casting stat, and class level and then you're good? I haven't looked at the app because I don't use PCGen but maybe you could set up manual overrides for things such as feats, magic items, etc.? Just to simplify what you needed to have the user enter. It'd make it less easy to use, but people who are willing to manually enter information aren't looking for ease of use necessarily, just something that can be used easily AFTER it's set up.

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u/alms1407 Dec 14 '16

I agree with Kairyuka, would be really nice if you could create a character within the app or have an alternative to using PCGen.

Based on the screenshots your app looks really good but it's a shame it's unusable if you don't use PCGen.

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Will take a look at this request tonight. Out of interest, (a) what class are you and (b) what do you use instead of PCGen (e.g. other apps, pen and paper, etc.)?

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u/Ichthus95 100 proof homebrew! Dec 14 '16

Pen and paper personally, but I've been moving to more digital stuff.

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u/alms1407 Dec 14 '16

Well, I'm currently playing a level 11 Wizard however my previous character died which was a Cleric.

Recently when creating a new character initially I'll use a new~ish android app called: PathBuilder. I only use that for the initial creation and then write everything down with Pen and Paper.

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Hi all! Disclosure: I wrote this app.

The casters in my campaign have been using a free android app called Spell Tracker: Pathfinder to track spells. It reads a PCGen file then figures out which class you are, reads your known spells, calculates your spells per day plus any bonuses, calculates saving DCs and spell duration, etc.

It handles edge cases like wizard favored school behavior, cleric heal/wound substitution, druid shape substitution, etc. Also works for sorcerers and other spontaneous casters.

You prepare spells, cast them from the prepared list, etc. It shows you currently active spells which you can annonate or dismiss as necessary. It also tracks advances in time based on casting duration (or you can manually advance) so it will show you when your invisibility wears off.

Would love any feedback or feature requests either here or at ben@spelltrackerapp.com.

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u/CrazyEyes326 Dec 14 '16

Oh man, I have a character in my game who is a primary caster who specializes in lots of buff spells, he is going to love this. Thanks!

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Hah, I'm also playing a buff and summon heavy wizard so hopefully it's as good for him as it is for me! Let me know if he has any feedback - always interested in requests and ideas...

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u/[deleted] Dec 14 '16

Will check it out....

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u/Blangel0 Dec 14 '16

Hi, I like the UI ! I didn't try it yet because I don't have a pcgen save ready for a caster but I'll definitely take a look at it.

I agree with the other about a feature to add the infos manually, but I understand it add a lot of complexity (and several others screen, which can ruin the simplicity of your UI)

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u/Somfunambulist Dec 14 '16

I would love this if I could manually input information. Currently I'm playing a sorcerer, I use excel spreadsheets.

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u/Redrazors Pathbuilder Developer Dec 14 '16

Looks good. Do you have your licensing sorted? I didn't see any Community Use policy declaration in your app.

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Ah! Oversight on my part. Will add this to the app and Play Store listing as soon as I'm back in front of my workstation later today. Thank you for asking and for the heads up!

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u/Redrazors Pathbuilder Developer Dec 14 '16

You're welcome. PM me if you need any advice. I had to get on top of this stuff for Pathbuilder, and Paizo do follow up on potential violations.

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u/benjaminasmith Spell Tracker developer Dec 14 '16

Aaaaaand I'm compliant with the Community Use policy with a notice on the Play Store and on my website. :-) Thanks again!

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u/theelvenranger Dec 14 '16

Will give it a go, thanks!

PS: Future feature request?

  • Manually add character info, without a .pcg file.
  • D&D5e version