SRD 5.2.1 Compliance Documentation

Overview

This document tracks compliance with the System Reference Document 5.2.1 (SRD 5.2.1) published by Wizards of the Coast LLC under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

License Information

• SRD Version: 5.2.1
• License: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)
• Source: https://dnd.wizards.com/resources/systems-reference-document
• Attribution Required: Yes

SRD-Derived Content

Monsters

The following monster files contain data derived from SRD 5.2.1:

Core SRD Monsters (Verified)

• shadow.json - Shadow (SRD pg. XXX)
• skeleton.json - Skeleton (SRD pg. XXX)
• giant_spider.json - Giant Spider (SRD pg. XXX)

Additional Monsters (Requires Verification)

• animated_armor.json - Animated Armor
• ghoul.json - Ghoul
• giant_rat.json - Giant Rat
• mimic.json - Mimic
• specter.json - Specter
• swarm_of_spiders.json - Swarm of Insects (Spiders)
• twig_blight.json - Twig Blight
• wight.json - Wight
• will-o'-wisp.json - Will-o'-Wisp
• gibbering_mouther.json - Gibbering Mouther

Custom/Homebrew Monsters (Original Content)

• shadow_manifestations.json - Original creation
• shadow_mastiff.json - Needs verification (may be SRD)
• shadow_of_sir_garran.json - Custom variant
• shadow_relic.json - Original creation
• skeletal_archer.json - Custom variant
• animated_weapon.json - Custom variant

Game Mechanics

SRD-derived game mechanics include:

• Ability scores (STR, DEX, CON, INT, WIS, CHA)
• Armor Class calculations
• Hit Points and damage systems
• Saving throws and skill checks
• Combat turn structure
• Spellcasting mechanics

Character Data

Character schemas follow SRD 5.2.1 structure for:

• Class features (Fighter, etc.)
• Racial traits (Human, etc.)
• Equipment and weapons
• Spell lists and descriptions

Compliance Status

✅ Completed

• Added CC BY 4.0 LICENSE file
• Updated README with SRD attribution
• Replaced trademarked terms in code
• Added attribution to core monster files
• Created compliance documentation

🔍 Requires Verification

• Cross-reference all monsters against SRD 5.2.1
• Verify spell lists in character files
• Check class features for SRD compliance
• Audit equipment lists

⚠️ Potential Issues

• Some monster variants may be homebrew content
• Custom campaign content needs clear attribution
• System prompts may reference non-SRD content

Attribution Implementation

Monster Files

All SRD-derived monster files include:

{
  "_srd_attribution": "Portions of this monster data derived from SRD 5.2.1, licensed under CC BY 4.0",
  ...
}

Code Files

Files using SRD content include headers:

# Portions of this work derived from SRD 5.2.1, licensed under CC BY 4.0

Trademark Compliance

Avoided Terms

• "D&D" replaced with "5th edition" or "5e"
• "Dungeons & Dragons" replaced with "fifth edition"
• No references to proprietary settings (Forgotten Realms, etc.)

Campaign Content

• "Keep of Doom" campaign uses generic fantasy setting
• Location names are original or generic
• NPCs are original creations

Ongoing Compliance

For Developers

1. Always check SRD 5.2.1 before adding new monsters
2. Mark all SRD-derived content with attribution
3. Use generic terms instead of trademarked names
4. Document original vs. SRD content clearly

For Content Creators

1. Campaign content should be original or SRD-derived
2. Avoid proprietary setting references
3. Clearly mark homebrew vs. SRD content
4. Maintain attribution in all derived files

References

• SRD 5.2.1 Document: /SRD/SRD_CC_v5.2.1.pdf
• Conversion Guide: /SRD/converting-to-srd-5.2.1.pdf
• CC BY 4.0 License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• WotC SRD Page: https://dnd.wizards.com/resources/systems-reference-document

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Last Updated: 2024-06-14 Next Review: Before public release