BG3 has those 2 slots you can freely juggle between. I guess you can put weapons in your hotbar for fast access already? From a UI perspective that's a good use for a hotbar if they cost an action compared to the equipment slots.
I like it in BG1&2 how you can't put a 2-handed ranged weapon in those quick weapon slots if you have a shield equipped. Shields are even more powerful in 5e starting at +2 AC so it would a great balancing factor giving 2-handed weapon users and dual wielders more versatility with faster access to bows and crossbows.
Taking off or equipping a shield in 5e takes an action so it would also be compliant with the rules. This would also eliminate the cheese of always having a shield up on enemy turn even though you attacked with bow or a 2 hander. Win-win for game mechanics and balance.
Last edited by 1varangian; 28/07/21 12:34 PM.
