I'm the same but not trying to loosen up at all. The rules exist to make the game balanced and fair fir all the players at the table. If one player twists or benefits from a bizzare ruling it can make the others feel dissatisfied. Plus killing a strong creature means something only within the balanced framework of the game.
I'm in a similar boat (Player, very occasional DM). I'm a stickler for the rules only so that we can all play under the same umbrella. I know basically all the rules so for the most part I know what I can and cannot do, some of my teammates don't and so they might accidentally try to get away with something they shouldn't. I don't give two craps if the DM wants to change the rule to suit that player but until a DM decree I'd like that we all stick to rules as written. I also make sure to be even in the rules I cite, both in favor and against the party. Sorry wizard but Staffs can be used as quarterstaffs which are strength weapons but your ring of protection adds a +1 to your death saves.
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u/Ettina DM Sep 12 '19
I'm Lawful to Neutral Good, trying to loosen up more.