DDB - Character Sheet Overhaul

Tracking since Apr 16, 2026.

Changelog

• May 27, 2026
  description

  Adds a smarter, louder D&D Beyond character sheet. You get an End Turn button, live turn tracker, custom conditions with timers, instant notes editing, custom themes and backdrops, a MAP tab, Hands tracking, health glow + blood hit FX, and more — all right on the sheet.
  
  WHAT IT DOES
  
  End Turn button (header)
  Sits next to Short Rest. One click ends your turn and broadcasts a turn-end event.
  
  Turn / Concentration bar (left column)
  Action / Bonus / Movement / Free / Reaction / Concentration.
  Saves per character.
  Lights up so you can see what you’ve spent.
  If you take damage while concentrating, it pops a CON save DC.
  Can auto-mark Concentration when you cast.
  
  Condition timers (every status, including custom)
  Every active condition in the left “Conditions” summary shows (∞) or (3), (2), (1), (0).
  You can + / – the rounds right in the Conditions pane.
  End Turn automatically ticks them down, but never deletes them.
  When a timer hits 0, the chip and name strike out so you don’t forget it expired.
  
  Custom Conditions (multiple)
  Add as many of your own named conditions as you want.
  Rename inline.
  Add a description.
  Toggle each one on/off like a normal DDB condition.
  They show up in the left summary list with their own chips.
  They also get full duration tracking like built-ins.
  
  Haste & Contagions helpers
  Haste shows with a custom chip, “speed ×2” hint, and survives pane remounts.
  Contagions (Cackle Fever / Sewer Plague / Sight Rot) also surface as chips and get timers.
  
  Hands Tracker overlay
  Quick view of what you’re actually holding in each hand / two-handing / stowing.
  Built to help GMs ask “are you really dual-wielding AND holding a lantern?”
  
  MAP tab
  Adds a new “MAP” tab in the Actions/Spells/etc. row.
  Drop an image, place draggable markers (party, enemies, notes).
  Fully inside your sheet — no leaving the page.
  
  Inline Notes editing
  Click straight into Notes and type like a normal text field.
  Real caret, no weird overlay. Syncs the big Notes area.
  
  Inventory star highlight
  Starred items pop so your “this is important” gear is actually visible in a crowded inventory.
  
  Theming / Backdrop control
  Palette panel lets you recolor the sheet:
  • Primary (accent glow)
  • Frame/Outline
  • Surface
  • Background
  You can pick Rainbow / Chrome / Custom accent and pick a backdrop image.
  Only the active tab uses an animated neon border. Everything else stays readable, not flooded.
  
  Health glow + blood hit FX
  Your HP panel glows based on % health.
  When you take damage, the sheet shakes and throws a cinematic slash / blood spray across the screen.
  
  Automated wild shape for druids changing you character sheet to reflect your wild shape using 2024 rules
  
  procedurally generated glyphs when casting spells
  
  combat log heal/damage buttons to easily apply to health
  
  UIv2: creates a new layout for the character sheet
  
  DDBCHAT: adds a messaging system to chat and send items through with anyone else using the extension
  
  DDB integrated VTT: Access dnd beyonds Virtual table top from your character sheet
  
  VTT Items: send items to and pick items up from the VTT, tokens named {itemname} can be picked up and added to your inventory along with coins {1 GP}
  
  Create a character with the name "GM" to use gm with a ton of tools (recommended to make an unassigned character in the campaign you are running
  
  Advanced GM Notes with shop generation using content you own on DDB 
  
  HOW TO USE
  
  Open any D&D Beyond character sheet.
  
  Use the Turn bar while you play (Action / Bonus / etc). Click End Turn in the header when you’re done.
  
  Open Conditions and toggle anything (including your Custom rows). Set round timers with + / –.
  
  If you’re concentrating on a spell and you get hit, follow the CON save pop-up.
  
  Click the 🎨 palette button in the bottom-right to change colors, accent, and backdrop.
  
  Use MAP to drop a quick battle map and drag markers without leaving the sheet.
  
  Use the Hands overlay to stay honest about what you’re holding.
  
  PER-CHARACTER STATE
  
  Turn bar state, Concentration, and custom conditions are stored per character.
  
  Timers persist across refresh / navigation (including SPA reloads).
  
  Theme, accent, and backdrop are stored and reload automatically.
  
  PERMISSIONS & PRIVACY
  
  Site access: only dndbeyond.com. It injects UI into your character sheet and reads sheet stats needed for features (HP, conditions, etc).
  
  Storage: uses browser storage/localStorage to save your sheet settings and timers. No analytics, no tracking, nothing leaves your browser.
  
  Scope: only runs on character sheet pages. It re-wires itself cleanly during DDB’s single-page navigation so you don’t have to refresh.
  
  SUPPORT THE PROJECT
  
  If this helped your table, you can tip me a coffee and keep development going:
  buymeacoffee.com/ghostelder

  DDB – Character Sheet Overhaul expands D&D Beyond into a stronger tool for both players and GMs, adding cleaner sheet controls, better table flow, deeper customization, and built-in campaign management.
  
  For players, it improves the character sheet with combat helpers, condition tools, concentration support, hands tracking, inline notes, inventory highlights, Wild Shape support, spell visuals, health effects, custom themes, character art, VTT access, and party messaging.
  
  For GMs, it adds a full GM Mode with advanced notes, NPCs, factions, maps, calendars, shops, sublocations, tables, logistics, travel tools, economy systems, and encounter support.
  
  The extension is built to keep more of your game inside D&D Beyond, with fewer outside tabs, fewer scattered notes, and more useful tools directly where the table is already playing.
  
  [Player Features]
  
  -Smarter character sheets-
  Adds practical tools that make the sheet easier to use during play, including action tracking, concentration reminders, custom conditions, hands management, and improved notes.
  
  -Better visual feedback-
  Adds health glow, damage effects, healing feedback, spell glyphs, active-tab styling, and other visual cues that make the sheet feel more alive without replacing the normal D&D Beyond layout.
  
  -Customization-
  Lets players adjust the look of their sheet with themes, accent colors, backdrops, character art panels, and layout upgrades.
  
  -Inventory and item tools-
  Makes important gear easier to spot, supports item sharing, and allows VTT item pickup/drop interactions for supported table setups.
  
  -Communication-
  Adds DDBCHAT, a built-in messaging and item-sharing system for players using the extension.
  
  [GM Features]
  
  -GM Mode-
  Create a character named GM to unlock campaign tools designed for running games directly inside D&D Beyond.
  
  -Advanced GM Notes-
  Adds structured notes, folders, NPC records, faction tools, location details, and campaign reference material in one place.
  
  -World management-
  Supports maps, regions, roads, ports, travel routes, settlement data, sublocations, and calendar-based campaign tracking.
  
  -Shops and inventory generation-
  Builds shops using D&D Beyond content you own, including equipment, magic items, owners, stock, and location-based shop details.
  
  -Logistics and economy tools-
  Adds optional systems for resources, traders, security, regional stability, travel risk, settlement needs, and world activity over time.
  
  -Tables and encounters-
  Adds tools for custom tables, campaign content organization, and encounter-building support.
  
  [Privacy]
  
  DDB – Character Sheet Overhaul runs on D&D Beyond and stores its data in your browser.
  
  It does not use analytics, does not track you, and does not send your sheet or campaign data anywhere. Your settings, notes, maps, timers, and GM data stay local.
  
  Support
  
  If this extension helps your table, you can support development here:
  
  buymeacoffee.com/ghostelder

• May 10, 2026
  description

  Adds a smarter, louder D&D Beyond character sheet. You get an End Turn button, live turn tracker, custom conditions with timers, instant notes editing, custom themes and backdrops, a MAP tab, Hands tracking, health glow + blood hit FX, and more — all right on the sheet.
  
  WHAT IT DOES
  
  End Turn button (header)
  Sits next to Short Rest. One click ends your turn and broadcasts a turn-end event.
  
  Turn / Concentration bar (left column)
  Action / Bonus / Movement / Free / Reaction / Concentration.
  Saves per character.
  Lights up so you can see what you’ve spent.
  If you take damage while concentrating, it pops a CON save DC.
  Can auto-mark Concentration when you cast.
  
  Condition timers (every status, including custom)
  Every active condition in the left “Conditions” summary shows (∞) or (3), (2), (1), (0).
  You can + / – the rounds right in the Conditions pane.
  End Turn automatically ticks them down, but never deletes them.
  When a timer hits 0, the chip and name strike out so you don’t forget it expired.
  
  Custom Conditions (multiple)
  Add as many of your own named conditions as you want.
  Rename inline.
  Add a description.
  Toggle each one on/off like a normal DDB condition.
  They show up in the left summary list with their own chips.
  They also get full duration tracking like built-ins.
  
  Haste & Contagions helpers
  Haste shows with a custom chip, “speed ×2” hint, and survives pane remounts.
  Contagions (Cackle Fever / Sewer Plague / Sight Rot) also surface as chips and get timers.
  
  Hands Tracker overlay
  Quick view of what you’re actually holding in each hand / two-handing / stowing.
  Built to help GMs ask “are you really dual-wielding AND holding a lantern?”
  
  MAP tab
  Adds a new “MAP” tab in the Actions/Spells/etc. row.
  Drop an image, place draggable markers (party, enemies, notes).
  Fully inside your sheet — no leaving the page.
  
  Inline Notes editing
  Click straight into Notes and type like a normal text field.
  Real caret, no weird overlay. Syncs the big Notes area.
  
  Inventory star highlight
  Starred items pop so your “this is important” gear is actually visible in a crowded inventory.
  
  Theming / Backdrop control
  Palette panel lets you recolor the sheet:
  • Primary (accent glow)
  • Frame/Outline
  • Surface
  • Background
  You can pick Rainbow / Chrome / Custom accent and pick a backdrop image.
  Only the active tab uses an animated neon border. Everything else stays readable, not flooded.
  
  Health glow + blood hit FX
  Your HP panel glows based on % health.
  When you take damage, the sheet shakes and throws a cinematic slash / blood spray across the screen.
  
  Automated wild shape for druids changing you character sheet to reflect your wild shape using 2024 rules
  
  procedurally generated glyphs when casting spells
  
  combat log heal/damage buttons to easily apply to health
  
  UIv2: creates a new layout for the character sheet
  
  DDBCHAT: adds a messaging system to chat and send items through with anyone else using the extension
  
  DDB integrated VTT: Access dnd beyonds Virtual table top from your character sheet
  
  VTT Items: send items to and pick items up from the VTT, tokens named {itemname} can be picked up and added to your inventory along with coins {1 GP}
  
  Create a character with the name "GM" to use gm with a ton of tools (recommended to make an unassigned character in the campaign you are running
  
  HOW TO USE
  
  Open any D&D Beyond character sheet.
  
  Use the Turn bar while you play (Action / Bonus / etc). Click End Turn in the header when you’re done.
  
  Open Conditions and toggle anything (including your Custom rows). Set round timers with + / –.
  
  If you’re concentrating on a spell and you get hit, follow the CON save pop-up.
  
  Click the 🎨 palette button in the bottom-right to change colors, accent, and backdrop.
  
  Use MAP to drop a quick battle map and drag markers without leaving the sheet.
  
  Use the Hands overlay to stay honest about what you’re holding.
  
  PER-CHARACTER STATE
  
  Turn bar state, Concentration, and custom conditions are stored per character.
  
  Timers persist across refresh / navigation (including SPA reloads).
  
  Theme, accent, and backdrop are stored and reload automatically.
  
  PERMISSIONS & PRIVACY
  
  Site access: only dndbeyond.com. It injects UI into your character sheet and reads sheet stats needed for features (HP, conditions, etc).
  
  Storage: uses browser storage/localStorage to save your sheet settings and timers. No analytics, no tracking, nothing leaves your browser.
  
  Scope: only runs on character sheet pages. It re-wires itself cleanly during DDB’s single-page navigation so you don’t have to refresh.
  
  SUPPORT THE PROJECT
  
  If this helped your table, you can tip me a coffee and keep development going:
  buymeacoffee.com/ghostelder

  Adds a smarter, louder D&D Beyond character sheet. You get an End Turn button, live turn tracker, custom conditions with timers, instant notes editing, custom themes and backdrops, a MAP tab, Hands tracking, health glow + blood hit FX, and more — all right on the sheet.
  
  WHAT IT DOES
  
  End Turn button (header)
  Sits next to Short Rest. One click ends your turn and broadcasts a turn-end event.
  
  Turn / Concentration bar (left column)
  Action / Bonus / Movement / Free / Reaction / Concentration.
  Saves per character.
  Lights up so you can see what you’ve spent.
  If you take damage while concentrating, it pops a CON save DC.
  Can auto-mark Concentration when you cast.
  
  Condition timers (every status, including custom)
  Every active condition in the left “Conditions” summary shows (∞) or (3), (2), (1), (0).
  You can + / – the rounds right in the Conditions pane.
  End Turn automatically ticks them down, but never deletes them.
  When a timer hits 0, the chip and name strike out so you don’t forget it expired.
  
  Custom Conditions (multiple)
  Add as many of your own named conditions as you want.
  Rename inline.
  Add a description.
  Toggle each one on/off like a normal DDB condition.
  They show up in the left summary list with their own chips.
  They also get full duration tracking like built-ins.
  
  Haste & Contagions helpers
  Haste shows with a custom chip, “speed ×2” hint, and survives pane remounts.
  Contagions (Cackle Fever / Sewer Plague / Sight Rot) also surface as chips and get timers.
  
  Hands Tracker overlay
  Quick view of what you’re actually holding in each hand / two-handing / stowing.
  Built to help GMs ask “are you really dual-wielding AND holding a lantern?”
  
  MAP tab
  Adds a new “MAP” tab in the Actions/Spells/etc. row.
  Drop an image, place draggable markers (party, enemies, notes).
  Fully inside your sheet — no leaving the page.
  
  Inline Notes editing
  Click straight into Notes and type like a normal text field.
  Real caret, no weird overlay. Syncs the big Notes area.
  
  Inventory star highlight
  Starred items pop so your “this is important” gear is actually visible in a crowded inventory.
  
  Theming / Backdrop control
  Palette panel lets you recolor the sheet:
  • Primary (accent glow)
  • Frame/Outline
  • Surface
  • Background
  You can pick Rainbow / Chrome / Custom accent and pick a backdrop image.
  Only the active tab uses an animated neon border. Everything else stays readable, not flooded.
  
  Health glow + blood hit FX
  Your HP panel glows based on % health.
  When you take damage, the sheet shakes and throws a cinematic slash / blood spray across the screen.
  
  Automated wild shape for druids changing you character sheet to reflect your wild shape using 2024 rules
  
  procedurally generated glyphs when casting spells
  
  combat log heal/damage buttons to easily apply to health
  
  UIv2: creates a new layout for the character sheet
  
  DDBCHAT: adds a messaging system to chat and send items through with anyone else using the extension
  
  DDB integrated VTT: Access dnd beyonds Virtual table top from your character sheet
  
  VTT Items: send items to and pick items up from the VTT, tokens named {itemname} can be picked up and added to your inventory along with coins {1 GP}
  
  Create a character with the name "GM" to use gm with a ton of tools (recommended to make an unassigned character in the campaign you are running
  
  Advanced GM Notes with shop generation using content you own on DDB 
  
  HOW TO USE
  
  Open any D&D Beyond character sheet.
  
  Use the Turn bar while you play (Action / Bonus / etc). Click End Turn in the header when you’re done.
  
  Open Conditions and toggle anything (including your Custom rows). Set round timers with + / –.
  
  If you’re concentrating on a spell and you get hit, follow the CON save pop-up.
  
  Click the 🎨 palette button in the bottom-right to change colors, accent, and backdrop.
  
  Use MAP to drop a quick battle map and drag markers without leaving the sheet.
  
  Use the Hands overlay to stay honest about what you’re holding.
  
  PER-CHARACTER STATE
  
  Turn bar state, Concentration, and custom conditions are stored per character.
  
  Timers persist across refresh / navigation (including SPA reloads).
  
  Theme, accent, and backdrop are stored and reload automatically.
  
  PERMISSIONS & PRIVACY
  
  Site access: only dndbeyond.com. It injects UI into your character sheet and reads sheet stats needed for features (HP, conditions, etc).
  
  Storage: uses browser storage/localStorage to save your sheet settings and timers. No analytics, no tracking, nothing leaves your browser.
  
  Scope: only runs on character sheet pages. It re-wires itself cleanly during DDB’s single-page navigation so you don’t have to refresh.
  
  SUPPORT THE PROJECT
  
  If this helped your table, you can tip me a coffee and keep development going:
  buymeacoffee.com/ghostelder

Permissions & access

Permissions

storagewindows

Host access

https://*.dndbeyond.com/*

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