[quote=Titanic]
Are you going to leave the stats system as it is or simplified it?
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What type of simplifications do you have in mind? I can say you don't have to put the "save rolls" because I could calculate those on a case to case basis. Also remember that using the stats are not required. They are just there if you would like to use them or as a means to resolve disputes.\

Edit: Also, when I say not required, I mean you must have them on your three major characters, but you can ignore them for the sake of "storytelling".

[quote=Titanic]
Does a hammer or an axe count as barbarian weapons?
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Yes, they do count as a "barbarian" weapon. But remember that they don't have to be literal barbarians. Think of Ajax or Herakles as models (although Herakles' might be a little to powerful for player characters).