What is FMA (was Common to-hit system)

> FMA. This method changes die type depending on condition.

What is, by definition the FMA system.  I have all the FT/MT/DS2/and SG2
books, but I admit i have never read any of them cover to cover. (I've read
the parts that I needed)

Is the FMA the way you use the different die types (e.g. d4, d6, d8, d10, d12,
d20?) or the chits?

I guess what I've ready I understood the FMA to encompass both he paper
"chits" in combination with the die types.

Not to start a discussion over playing structures: I don't care for the chits
(just something else to keep up with). but I frequently find that the die
types work wonders. I think Jon did wonders with an original idea (his
system), and I use various pieces.

But what is FMA?

thanks in advance

> Chris McCurry wrote:

FMA: "Full Metal Anorak"?!

> Brendan Pratt wrote:

To All,

Speaking as another newbie who did not understand the 'FMA' joke, Perhaps this
could be included in the new edition of 'DSII". Or has it already been? Does
it come in a size small enough for the escorts in 'FT? Bye for now,