Pathfinder for Savage Worlds
Core Rules, 2nd PrintingCore Mechanic
Roll a trait die (d4–d12) plus a Wild Die (d6); keep the highest. Dice 'explode' (ace) on their max value. Beat a Target Number (usually 4) to succeed; each raise (4 over) improves the result. Playing cards determine initiative. Bennies let you reroll or soak damage. Class Edges capture Pathfinder archetypes as progressive talent trees.
Best For
Groups who love the Pathfinder world of Golarion but want faster, more cinematic combat — Savage Worlds' exploding dice and Bennies replace Pathfinder's tactical crunch with pulp-action heroics.
Highlights
Fast combat compared to standard Pathfinder, Golarion setting fully supported with ancestries and deities, Class Edges capture iconic Pathfinder classes, Bennies keep heroes in the action, compatible with Savage Worlds Adventure Paths
Considerations
Requires Savage Worlds familiarity — not standalone for new SW players, some Pathfinder depth lost in translation, not compatible with standard Pathfinder adventures without conversion