Going forward, I am going to request that everyone include an unmodified 1d20 roll with each of your updates. Something like:
Roll, If Needed: [1d20]
This would be in addition to any rolls you would normally include.
If this included roll is needed, it will be used. If not, it will be ignored (the result will not carry over).
There are many times when, while compiling a list of everyone's actions, and factoring in what a monster/NPC would do, a roll would normally be called for. For instance, a Stealth check. I will sometimes:
- Make a roll myself;
- Publish the update but request the roll after the fact, then go back and edit to reflect the roll result; or
- Post the update but stop the action short, then specifically call for a roll(s).
It's not a huge deal if you forget, but it would be really helpful, especially in my current situation where I'm extremely pressed for time, to have these rolls to call upon.
