Effect of Surprise. A creature that is surprised cannot move or take actions until after its first turn in the battle.

Resolving Ties. If a tie occurs, the DM decides the order among tied DM-­‐controlled creatures, and the players decide the order among their tied characters. The DM can decide the order if the tie is between a monster and a player character. Optionally, the DM can have the tied creatures each roll a d20 to determine the order, highest roll going first.

Moving Diagonally. Entering a square diagonally costs 11⁄2 squares of movement. This rule means you must have at least 2 squares of movement left to enter your first square diagonally, and every 2 squares you move diagonally uses up 3 squares of movement.

Weapon Attacks. If you’re attacking with a melee weapon, apply your Strength modifier to the damage, and if you’re attacking with a ranged weapon, apply your Dexterity modifier.