Yeah, once you know what you’re doing, setting it up manually is usually a lot better. The GPT Builder guide is more intended for new users not familiar at all.
So… in a way… you could say… you’re leveling up! 
Hope you stick around. We’ve got a great group of people here.
Here’s a thread with some of my older RPG tools…
I’m also trying to make a turn-based roguelike!
Like I said, a great time to be a gamer!