I'll try to provide more information about the alternatives soon. These last few days were rather busy with other obligations, but I should be able to provide reasonable write-ups for what I have.

Something important to note in any and all cases is that I personally [b]do not have D&D 5e games easily available to shift into[/b]. This means either a shift in system or DM, as much as it may be a chore. I realise it is a lot to ask, but that's how the dice have fallen.