TOS 2nd CORE edition is a very powerful Character Manager for the Pathfinder 2nd edition RPG. It will assist you in creating Characters so you don't have to worry about the intricacies of the rules. While this manager will greatly simplify your Character creation, it does NOT replace the CORE Rulebook!
REQUIREMENTS:
On PC: Microsoft Excel 2007 (SP3), Excel 2010, 2013, 2016 and Excel 365
On Mac: NOT compatible on MAC versions of Excel (at this time)
Other Spreadsheets: TOS 2nd does not function on Excel clones
While it is not possible to list all the features of TOS 2nd CORE edition, here is a short list of the main features.
CAPABILITIES
Full automated implementation of the Stacking Rules (as found in Chapter 9 of the CORE Rulebook)
Load, Save and Reset Characters to manage multiple Characters or send them to the Game master
Control sheet makes navigating easy and can reduce clutter
Ability to load Add-ons to expand capabilities
Uses Quick Picks to facilitate the selection of long-listed Items (like Feats, Spells, Weapons...)
Shows Conditional Values after a "/", and gives the explanation of this source on the Back sheet
Shows check marks to tick off the use of limited use (i.e. per day) abilities. Check marks can be turned off
Ability to load and save the Animal companion to file
USAGE:
Handles Armor, Weapon, Saves and Skill proficiency and ranks automatically
Automatically handles all the Bulk of your items, armor and weapons and automatically applies the effects of being encumbered
Shows any conditional bonuses to Skills and lists the details on the Back sheet
Shows any conditional bonuses to Armor Class as extra bonus in the Armor Class box, and lists the details on the Back sheet
Alchemical Items that can be thrown/used in combat can be selected as weapons on the Front sheet
Handles Archetypes
Spell Planner Sheet gives a résumé of selected Spells and Focus Spells
SpellBook sheet can hold 6 different spellbooks, each with space for 100 spells
The FormulaBook gives a résumé of selected Formulas and Snares
The Animal Companion sheet tracks the details of your Animal Companion
Tallies all your coins and Gems, applies the Bulk of carried Coins
Track your Experience on the XP sheet
CUSTOMIZATION:
All customizable items can have powerful effects (i.e. the same capability found in other The Only Sheet products!)
Easily create magical weapons and armors by adding Runes to them
Q1: What does a Yellow Box means?
A1: Most of the time, you enter your information in the white boxes. If a piece of information is required (i.e. you need to make a choice!), it will be highlighted in yellow
Q2: What are conditional values?
A2: When a bonus is granted for a specified circumstance but not always, the value is shown as a + to indicate this. For example, a Sensate Gnome with f +5 in perception would see it as "+5/+2", where the +2 is the bonus from that heritage!
Q3: Where are the action, reaction and free action symbols?
A3: These symbols are not part of the font used, so (very) similar symbols (diamond) are used. These are shown on the Front sheet.
Q4: Where are the names for the Gods/Deities?
A4: The name of the Gods are Copyrighted by Paizo and I am not allowed (at this time) to use them. If Paizo decides to grant me permission to use them, then I shall do so!
Q5: Can I set the Rank for a skill or a weapon myself?
A5: Sure; In the skill table on the Front sheet, the last column allows you to force the Rank of any of your skill to a specified Rank. The same can be done to weapons, under the displayed Rank.
Q6: Why isn't the series of 'Breadth' archetype feats adding to my spell slots and repertoire?
A6: In the current release, you need to add these manually in the off-print section of the Spell Planner.
Q7: Is there a worksheet for the Familiar?
A7: No; When defined, the Familiar's information will appear on the BACK worksheet
Q8: In the section on the Front sheet, Perception is written with two numbers (ex: Perception +5/+2). Why is that?
A8: The second number is the conditional bonus you might need to apply. Check the Back sheet to see details about your Conditional bonuses. Note that skills also use this nomenclature.
Q9: Which effects can I create? Where can I get help on recreating effects?
A9: The Dictionary worksheet has a (big) list of all the effects currently handled! The Effects system (made possible with the ParseEffect() function) is similar across all products, so you can check the Wiki entry for that
Q10: Can I change the image on the Front sheet?
A10: Not presently. But you can always print to PDF, then edit the PDF file to overlay your own image
Q11: I found a bug/Typo/Error... Should I do anything about it?
A11: Absolutely! Please report any issues you find in the Gremlin section of the Community Forum so it can be eliminated!
Q12: Can I create a Custom Class or Ancestry?
A12: Not in the initial release. BUT this functionality will soon be added! Once you receive the update, you will be able to do so!!
Product Availability
Fulfilled immediately.
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If you have access to excel and play PF2, there is no reason not to use this. It is a much cheaper alternative to something like HeroLab. The automated calculations it makes are impressive. Pathfinder is a game with a lot of small and easy to miss rules and this does an excellent job of catching them all. It doesn't let you put ability boosts into the same stat twice at once, it takes into account armor penalties, gained training from feats, etc. Making characters and NPCs is a breeze.
The dev is friendly, responsive, and working hard on future updates that will add features like being able to add conditions and spell effects on the fly.
I am hoping he will eventually add a dice roller to it at some point but I am not sure of the capabilities of excel for rng.
Overall, this is an awesome sheet. Buy it and support the creator!
I will be working on opening up the Class and Ancestry customization so that you'll be able to create these as desired! This should be done in early September at the most (estimated)
If you have any queries regarding TOS 2nd CORE edition, just ask! I'll try to monitor this space for such - if you prefer a faster response, just send an email or better yet, post (or send a private message) on the Community Forum which I monitor daily!
Bugs, typos, errors and such should be posted in the Gremlin section of the community forum, as mentioned in Q11/A11.
NOW available: TOS 2nd CORE edition v1.2.087 with DYNAMIC PLAY!
I have released a major update to TOS 2nd CORE edition which features a new DashBoard worksheet that allows you to play DYNAMICALLY during a gaming session! This means you can apply Spells, Conditions and even the other Character's abilities (things like Inspire Courage from your friendly Bard) directly onto your OWN character!
The effects of the spell/condition/ability will automatically be applied to your Character, and you'll be ready to continue playing in the blink of an eye! Since TOS 2nd CORE edition has a FULL implementation of the stacking rules, you won't need to worry about the various bonuses or penalties applied to your Character. The Sheet handles all of them!
Multiple trackers on the DashBoard sheet can be used to track things such as wands, or even an ability with limited daily use. Your weapon load out is fully displayed so you always know your options. Use the Damage or the Heal buttons to track your Hit Points loss and gain. All the core information like your Skills, your Saves and your Armor Class are displayed in plain view.
For a good introduction on how to use the Dashboard sheet, check out the TOS FIVE Tutorial video, starting at 02:14 (here) - Both Dashboards in TOS FIVE and TOS 2nd CORE edition are practically identical!
Note that you can still use the Print outs for your Character should you prefer that mode of play! Effects that you activate on the DashBoard will also be applied in the Printouts!
TOS 2nd CORE edition is now the most powerful Character Management tool you can get for the Pathfinder 2nd edition!
