@sharp matrix if you have questions about the server rules, #moderator-support is the place to ask
#dnd-newcomers
sharp matrix
oh noooooooooooooooooooo
I just read you right now, and I cannot get it trough
Everything is going just fine!!!! So fine... you cannot imagine
lyric fjord
Hey, im completely new to d&d, and my friends want me to dm for our group every Monday night. I have a general idea of what it's about, but I would really appreciate some help/tutoring. I'm excited about this opportunity, so I really don't want to stress so much that it becomes a burden.
smoky adder
Welcome! There’s a post here with some good starter tips:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/159-starting-strong-at-your-first-dungeons-dragons
lyric fjord
I have a Starter Set, DM Guide, Player's Handbook, Monster Manual, and Volo's Guide To Monters. But I still think I need a tutor before I start a campaign for our group
smoky adder
But if you’ve got any specific questions, feel free to ask!
lyric fjord
Thank you @smoky adder
signal fog
@lyric fjord I can show you how to DM
lyric fjord
@signal fog pm me if you have time to call and talk a bit tonight
signal fog
I tried to PM you but cant
lyric fjord
Sent you a wave
queen imp
me a 
tropic ginkgo
what cantrips should my High Elf Wizard start with?
i have literally no clue what any of them do
lol
smoky adder
I would pick a ranged spell, a melee spell, and a utility spell.
Fire Bolt, Shocking Grasp, and Message, perhaps.
Oh, you get one more as a High Elf, too, huh? I’d take another utility pick.
Mage Hand or Dancing Lights, maybe.
ornate kiln
mold earth and shape water can be very useful a lot of times
smoky adder
Toll the Dead and Poison Spray are good combat choices, too.
Booming Blade is a very popular one.
little briar
I use Prestidigitation as my High Elf free cantrip, and then Fire Bolt or Ray of Frost for combat, Mold Earth for creating cover, and then filler cantrip
smoky adder
You might ask your DM if you can use the optional class features from Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything, too.
One of them lets you switch a cantrip after every long rest.
Oh, Mind Sliver is another good one.
And Mending
quartz cobalt
S I made a new character and there a teifling warlock with chill touch poison spray charm person comprehend language and unseen servant is that good?
crude musk
That's more of a #character-discussion question
uncut basalt
I have one question about dnd.
Do I need to actually read all the lore first before playing.
limber pecan
Yes
limber pecan
Ok.
simple goblet
Do I need to actually read all the lore first before playing.
No you don't need to read or know any of the lore before playing. Each campaign will have its own lore. What is more useful is trying to understand the rules, which can be found in the Basic Rules in this channel's pinned messages
uncut basalt
No you don't need to read or know any of the lore before playing. Each campaign ...
Thanks. Now the time for me to read is cut down to 2 hours.
simple goblet
Feel free to ask if you have any more questions from what you read 😃
uncut basalt
Feel free to ask if you have any more questions from what you read 😃
I actually do have another question.
Can I still be a undead skeleton lich even tho I can only set my race to variant human.
simple goblet
That is a question to ask for your DM unfortunately
uncut basalt
Oh OK, thanks again.
patent flare
Hello fellow gamers! I'm not new to DND but new to this discord. I'm looking for a long campaign to join in. My details are in LF DM channel.
whole sable
Hello fellow gamers! I'm not new to DND but new to this discord. I'm looking for...
Welcome! You can check out #looking-for-players
whole sable
Do I need to actually read all the lore first before playing.
You don't need to read any lore to play. It might give you some interesting information for building characters, but it's not necessary.
long sun
I'm so happy, celebrated my birthday yesterday, and I now own the d&d starter kit along with the d&d essential kit, looking forward to opening it up and getting to grips with how it all works
frail wadi
Hello! I'm new to D&D and I'm looking to purchase kits to help me get started. Should I buy both the starter and essential kit or is it okay if I choose just one?
rigid verge
Hello everyone! I am new to the game. Have always been interested in playing and have watched a few different campaigns in different play styles. Only problem is I have no friends interested in playing. I would love to find a group of noob friendly players to help me into my first role and learn all there is to learn about this ever expanding game.
viral cradle
Hello I'm new to dnd I've been interested in it since be older brother told me about it and even bought me dice I'm into role-playing and would love to join a non-toxic campaign
soft sparrow
Hi everyone! i always wanted to play D&D and im not sure how to get started. would love to read on some tips and join a newbie group for an online campaign
first thing first: do you create 1 character and use the same character for different campaigns? is there a standard guide on character creation?
buoyant blaze
How do i liek do a pre made campain
lyric fjord
Hello all, im new here just getting started
simple goblet
Hello! I'm new to D&D and I'm looking to purchase kits to help me get started. S...
You can choose whichever one appeals to you more. I have played the Essentials Kit adventure, but haven't tried the new Starter Set one yet
You can find campaigns using the looking-for channels
?looking
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long sun
Hello! I'm new to D&D and I'm looking to purchase kits to help me get started. S...
I've just purchased both, the starter campaign roles into the essentials campaign, but it's up to you
smoky adder
Hi everyone! i always wanted to play D&D and im not sure how to get started. wou...
There’s a bunch of helpful starter links in the pinned messages here. This is a good article, too:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/724-new-players-guide-making-your-first-character
Typically, though, you’d have a separate character for each campaign.
rigid flax
Hi, I am all new with D&D rp but familiar with the concepts. I've played computer rpgs on-and-off for about 20years and are familiar with character stats/creation, some of the D&D lore (by playing BG series, Neverwinter Nights series ++), but not so much with tabletop roleplay. I've looked at D&D for years but never taken the step to embrace it. I signed up to D&D Beyond 2 years ago but never got into it. Now I see it possible to take part in play-by-post and discord... and hence it got my attention again. I am very interested to join a group with new players that aim at doing pbp. As I've never tried "real" d&d rp, I would very much like to try a beginner friendly group 🙂 Please feel free to pm me if you want someone to join your adventures.
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D&D Beyond
smoky adder
PBP aren’t quite as common, but they do pop up regularly.
soft sparrow
There’s a bunch of helpful starter links in the pinned messages here. This is a...
Thank you so much!!
ornate flower
HI, i am new to dnd and would like to learn more. I have created a character on dnd beyond but i dont have anyone to play with.
echo kelp
?looking
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echo kelp
^ Use these channels to find a group to p-lay with. Make sure to read the channel descriptions and pinned messages and make sure to follow the directions.
ornate flower
thanks
lyric fjord
Hello Im essilon im new to the game and very excited to play
lyric fjord
Hello Everyone, new to the discord and new to DnD. Was just stopping in to say hello and hope to be in here more often, me and my friend just made characters we are looking to get into DnD, looking to play weekly or bi weekly just here to learn and play 🙂
lavish gulch
What’s going on every one
hollow pumice
hello im trying to learn how to play the game ive been wanting to play my whole life but really have no friends but heard that people now play online and wanted to learn more about it
smoky adder
Welcome! There’s some helpful links in the pinned messages here, but if you’ve got any specific questions, feel free to ask.
And we’ve got a few channels to help you find a game. 👇🏻
?looking
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raven dune
#750812887697588356 #looking-for-players Hello to everyone here. I'm looking for a DM and party willing to teach a newcomer. I have a character sheet started for a custom character that I'd like a little help. I understand it will most likely not be playable, but just want to put it out there. I would also like to write a Lite RPG story out of any dungeon crawl played.
crude musk
@raven dune Those are channel links, not roles, so you're not pinging anyone. If you're looking for a DM, you can
- reply to posts you find in #looking-for-players via private message
- post in #750812887697588356 using the template provided
raven dune
<@697150526227480679> Those are channel links, not roles, so you're not pinging ...
Thanks, I'll do that.
fossil gust
Hello there
I'm a newcomer to D&D and I'm very interested in knowing more about it
me and my partner got an essentals kit yesterday
crude musk
That's a really good start! Welcome to the hobby
if you're looking for more information, check out the pinned links in this channel
Additionally feel free to ask any questions you may have
fossil gust
Will do, I do want to ask, can you be disabled, and also have ADHD and still play?
simple goblet
Yes, most of the game involves talking and rolling dice, which DDB allows you to do digitally if you don't want to use physical doce
fossil gust
we have the whole essentials kit thing with what we need
I also just want to talk to others about D&D
seems fasinating, and I l ove telling stories
waxen eagle
If someone was a blind DM and was planning on mostly ‘theatre of the mind’ gaming, and wanted to become an expert (through repitition and exposure) to a specific adventure/campaign/setting, which would you recommend? I would like something from level 1 to 15 is I guess my target. Out of the Abyss? Candlekeep Mysteries? Spelljammer? Something official, self-contained (for the most part), something with some replayability from the DM perspective. Any suggestions? Also I say official because I don’t want to have to add a bunch of homebrew items. Any suggestions on which I should choose?
crude musk
I wouldn't worry about becoming an expert
You'll continue to improve and develop new skills as you play
waxen eagle
Oh, I mean expert with respect to that specific ‘module’. After a couple of times going through it, I will get faster/better as I have to look up things less. I’m already an ‘expert’ hahaha.
crude musk
Why do you want to become an 'expert' in a single module?
Most people run a module once, maybe twice, and then go on to a new one
waxen eagle
So I can offer to DM for more people, and as I go through it I’ll get ‘smoother’, increasing mine and hopefully my players enjoyment.
Being blind, I’m 4 times slower than everyone in referencing… If I do it enough though, I am the reference.
I can build all types of stuff, except for plots and stories it seems. Lol
smoky adder
In that case, I'd suggest that there is no right or wrong answer here.
Go for whichever one excites you the most.
waxen eagle
I’ve not read any of them in the event I get to play through in the future. Like which has the least need of mapping?
simple goblet
From the adventures I have read, I think Storm King's Thunder doesn't have many complicated maps
clear estuary
It doesn’t, the squares are just larger scale
waxen eagle
Cool. The one about the underdark, can’t think of the name (Waterdeep …) I would guess that one almost all maps.
signal fog
@waxen eagle if you need some help please let me know
simple goblet
Cool. The one about the underdark, can’t think of the name (Waterdeep …) I would...
There is Dungeon of the Mad Mage, which is a 23 floor megadungeon
The Underdark adventure is Out of the Abyss
signal fog
I have a player on my server who is blind and has been playing DnD for more than 20 years
waxen eagle
I started playing in 1989.
lost gyro
Hey ive been trying to find a D&D group never played before though
echo kelp
?looking
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echo kelp
Here’s some channels here you can use to find a group to play with.
fossil gust
so can someone explain DM's to me beyond the basics?
smoky adder
Lost Mine of Phandelver has a good overview. You can check it out for free here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/lmop/introduction#TheDungeonMaster
But if you had any specific questions, feel free to ask!
prime cobalt
i have submitted to the 'looking-for-dm' portion.. how would i be contacted if accepted and i assume that it will take a while being noobish?
fossil gust
Just made a post in looking for DM's
smoky adder
i have submitted to the 'looking-for-dm' portion.. how would i be contacted if a...
Anyone interested in your post should be reaching out through direct message — so make sure you’ve got Discord set to allow DMs.
How long it takes all depends on who’s currently looking and what they’re looking for.
But the quickest way to get results, IMO, is to instead browse through #looking-for-players and contact a few people yourself.
fossil gust
Even if you're like, super new?
smoky adder
what do I do?
As for this, the link I sent above is the best answer I know of for that question — which is why I sent it. 😜
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/lmop/introduction#TheDungeonMaster
lyric fjord
Hello this is my first time doing dnd beyond and my first dnd experience ever
whole sable
Hello this is my first time doing dnd beyond and my first dnd experience ever
Welcome to the most amazing hobby in the world 🙂
lyric fjord
Oh
tired pecan
i just started a few months ago on a text only campaign on discord and it is amazing
joined it from this discord group
lyric fjord
I have a character on dnd beyond's website
tired pecan
yea we use that as well plus avrae bots to help make it easier
its very time consuming if you really like it lol
lyric fjord
Oh
tired pecan
yea they have many dms and other players from different time zones so we play almost all throught the day doing different quests, mini games and etc for gold xp items magiec items
lyric fjord
Oh
tired pecan
ye
tired pecan
well of course
its more whenever you have time to do it type of campaign and advwnture
like the creator of this world has gone so far into detail that almost everything is self explanitory and could be dont by urself unless you wanna adventure with others than we set up a time to all join in
lyric fjord
I also have autism so
tired pecan
that doesnt matter at all we welcome eveyone and will do our best to help if that is ehat you would like
lyric fjord
I just want to try it I couldn't find any campaigns on the website or app
native solstice
I just want to try it I couldn't find any campaigns on the website or app
we have a few channels to help you find a game
?looking
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lyric fjord
😢
native solstice
Why the long face?
lyric fjord
This is my first time and I have autism and adhd I don't understand any of this
native solstice
This is my first time and I have autism and adhd I don't understand any of this
It's totally okay to be overwhelmed! If you want some more resources on learning how to play and where to start check the pinned messages in this channel: #dnd-newcomers message
If you get confused or have any questions, everyone here is happy to help
lyric fjord
Where do I start
ornate kiln
so the free basic rules are pinned to this channel. you can start reading them if you didn't already.
there are also some other helpful links in that pin.
as for finding games. the channels above are made so people can find each other for games. there are other places on the internet too to find games but those are the ones on this server.
Many DMs are willing to teach newbies how to play.
oh and as far as them time investment goes. Session length can vary a lot between groups but is ususally oriented around what everyone is comfortable with. I had 2 hour sessions and I had 7 hour sessions
inland kraken
hello, how's everybody? also pretty new to this whole thing, just made my frist char.
cloud canopy
Hello i have never played before but i am looking at playing with a group of friends from another game wondering if anyone would be able to help us out?
crude musk
Depends what help you need; ask questions and people will try and provide answers
cloud canopy
almost all of us are going to be first time players
i think only one of us has played before so i dont even know what we will need help with
i have always wanted to try and play but never had any friends to try it with
simple goblet
Lost Mines of Phandelver is free on the website and is the intro adventure from the first Starter Set and is designed for new players
cloud canopy
This is my first time and I have autism and adhd I don't understand any of this
hey me too im trying to set up a group with some people from another game i play if your interested in trying to join us and learn with us let me know
fossil gust
Hey I'm new to D&D and still trying to figure things out4
I'm DM by default and don't know what to start with to create the story
I don't know how to run a game
crude musk
Have you tried reading the Basic Rules? A link to them is pinned in this channel
ornate kiln
if you are already familiar with the rules, then there are several options if you need help running a game. Some examples:
the Dungeon Master's Guide gives some guidance on world buildung, variant rules, creating monsterns and encounters
you can run a published adventure
you can check out Matt Collville's "running the game" series on youtube
simple goblet
I believe Lost Mines of Phandelver (Original Starter Set adventure) is free for all D&D Beyond users which is designed to teach new players and DMs how to play the game
lyric fjord
hey me too im trying to set up a group with some people from another game i play...
Why not
sudden arrow
Hi! I’m newish to dnd, I partially played a campaign with a new-to-the-game DM and kinda sorta figured some stuff out, but I still have a lot to learn
whole sable
Hi! I’m newish to dnd, I partially played a campaign with a new-to-the-game DM a...
Welcome 🙂
eager venture
Me and my buddies are almost new to dnd as a whole just need a dm to make learning fun for us! is it pretty hard to learn or no?
echo kelp
Me and my buddies are almost new to dnd as a whole just need a dm to make learni...
It's a bit like most games - spend some time with the rules and you should get the general mechanics down fairly quickly. I also recommend watching some videos of folks playing (check YouTube or Twitch for some D&D streams - just remember that most of these are oriented towards entertainment first rather than teaching the rules of the game). That said, there is lots of intricacies as you start to delve into the classes and subclasses and other areas of the rules beyond basic mechanics.
rich elbow
Are there any channels you could recommend for new players? I watched a couple videos by dungeon dudes and they seemed informative. Don’t know any of the creators for this niche though
echo kelp
This channel is a great place to start
Oh for YouTube?
Dungeon Dudes "Dungeons of Drakkenheim" is pretty good.
They don't get too crazy with homebrew rules or anything like that and while the setting is very homebrew (e.g. not an official setting published by D&D) they do a good job of stying true to the rules as written.
subtle hollow
Hi, I am a new player and don't know much. I would like to play but don't know how. if anyone would like to help me figure out how to play and maybe play a game just DM me.
echo kelp
Check out the pinned messages here on the channel - lots of good resources to help get you started.
signal fog
@eager venture @rich elbow @subtle hollow I will be glad to help you guys out
half skiff
hey
hollow hamlet
Hey im new to Dming, How do I create more roles?
topaz garnet
Hey im new to Dming, How do I create more roles?
Could you clarify, what do you mean?
hollow hamlet
Im drying to make some private channels and I dont have any roles
So I can’t make private channels
nocturne relic
hi i’m new to dnd and i really want to play, how to i create my own like character or like i’m not so sure how it’s called?
smoky adder
Welcome! You can create a character on D&D Beyond for free right here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters
If you click “Show Help Text”, it’ll walk you through the basics.
But really it just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules (also free) in order.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
If you’ve got any specific questions, though, ask away!
high wing
Hi! I'm not new to D&D as a whole, but I am new to online D&D.
I have purchased the PhB, though not an online version. This means my Racial/Class/Subclass options are limited on DnDbeyond, yeah?
untold flint
Hi! I'm not new to D&D as a whole, but I am new to online D&D.
I have purchased ...
Correct. You will have access to the options that are in the free Basic Rules, plus any books you purchase digitally on D&D Beyond. In addition, if you have a character in a campaign group and someone is able to share their content, you'll have access to options from any of the books being shared, but only for that character.
smoky adder
Hi! I'm not new to D&D as a whole, but I am new to online D&D.
I have purchased ...
If you have the physical book, you can use DDB’s homebrew tools to recreate that content for free. (For private use only, though; please don’t publish it.)
Alternatively, you can buy just the parts you need, like a single subclass.
Whatever you spend on those gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.
flint osprey
Is this where I can ask about what my lvl 1 char can do, or is there another place?
Could be rules, I guess, but it's mostly me being confused I think.
echo kelp
Here is fine if you're new to D&D
smoky adder
Do you have a character made already?
flint osprey
Yay! Yes, I made a Wizard, going Bladesinger. She attacks a bandit with a shortsword, casting Booming blade. Hits. Now, that is a spell attack, I understand.
nova spoke
hey folks! :)
been dming for 35 years
illustrating small press rpgs for 20
creating content on dmsguild for 4
streaming pdf game creation for 1
happy to be here! AMA
flint osprey
The question is, can she get away with Disengage, or something that blocks an attack of opportunity? I know level 1 doesn't have a lot of options yet.
Is there another part to her Attack action?
smoky adder
Booming Blade has a casting time of 1 Action, and that would be the Cast a Spell action, not the Attack action.
flint osprey
Hi FilKearney!
smoky adder
Disengage is also an action, and you typically only get one action per turn.
flint osprey
So, my WHOLE action is the cast booming blade and stick the bandit, right?
smoky adder
So you’ll probably have to choose between Booming Blade and Disengage.
flint osprey
Ok, was afraid of that. Thanks so much! So, just to be clear, a Spell Action is the same as a Melee action for turn purposes?
smoky adder
You can choose either the Cast a Spell action or the Attack action (or another) on your turn, yes.
flint osprey
Perfect. Thank you spamandtuna.
smoky adder
On your turn, you can move a distance up to your speed and take one action.
The most common actions you can take are described in the Actions in Combat section. Many class features and other abilities provide additional options for your action.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#YourTurn
flint osprey
Ok. I will re-read that section. I think it will make more sense now.
deep geyser
What do you do if you have a character idea where you know what you want them to be, like race and attitude, but don't know what you want them to do, i.e. class?
teal tartan
roll dice
signal root
Hi I'm new and interested in playing some games
native solstice
smoky adder
What do you do if you have a character idea where you know what you want them to...
Ask in #character-discussion!
brazen mason
whats the difference between army of takhisis and knights of solamnia
tacit lodge
Hi all, I'm brand new to playing DND, and my first game is tomorrow night - wish me luck? My question, which is probably very dumb, is about magic missile. Am I understanding correctly that I cast / roll it in DNDBeyond to determine how much damage each dart will do, and then that value is multiplied by the number of darts that I should cast according to the spell description? Thanks in advance!
spice swan
Hi all, I'm brand new to playing DND, and my first game is tomorrow night - wish...
Yes, that is true
You roll once, and each dart deals that much damage
Also, good luck!
tacit lodge
Yes, that is true
You roll once, and each dart deals that much damage
Also, go...
Thank you so much! Fingers crossed.
lyric fjord
Heya, Im new to the DnD stuff ^^;
The names Shadow!
i only know the whole rolling system and some cathegories (elves, mages, rogues, etc) not all of them
Im also looking forward on participating in campains and learn my skills and also know a bit better the whole character developing
smoky adder
whats the difference between army of takhisis and knights of solamnia
Lore-wise, they’re opposing armies in the War of the Lance.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1324-what-is-dragonlance-krynn-a-world-at-war
If you’re asking because of the post in #dnd-announcements, there’s a little competition happening here <t:1666368000:R> at <t:1666368000:t>.
topaz maple
hello everyone, I'm new to D&D and I want to participate in tomorrows campaign but I can't choose a side because it says I don't have permissions. How can I get those permissions to choose the side I want to be on? And does this automatically link to the D&D beyond page so I can roll the dice? How does that all work?
smoky adder
hello everyone, I'm new to D&D and I want to participate in tomorrows campaign b...
Just head to #dnd-announcements and add a reaction for the team you want to join.
The game is entirely here on Discord, though. No dice necessary.
umbral carbon
Hallo, I’m a new DM, joined dnd about a month ago. Im gonna run Dragon Of Icespire Peak soon, if anybody has ran this campaign before could ya give me some tips?
crude musk
We actually have a dedicated forum post for Dragons of Icespire Peak
umbral carbon
We actually have a dedicated forum post for Dragons of Icespire Peak
Is it alright if I know where the channel is?
lyric fjord
Howdy, I am new to DnD and know nothing about it but am willing to learn it. I have a character made in DnD Beyond but I do not know where to go from there
crude musk
Have you read the basic rules? Not all of them, but skimmed the bits that pertain to playing the game?
lyric fjord
The basic rules?
crude musk
Yes, they're linked in this channels pinned posts
lyric fjord
Alright. I read the basic rules
crisp cloak
Alright. I read the basic rules
Head over to #750812887697588356 and put a post (using the format), and skim through the #looking-for-players for a game that might fit you.
lyric fjord
@crisp cloak I already put in a post in #750812887697588356
thorn heath
hi! im newish, ive only played twice and co-dmed once, i was wondering if anyonee would like to play a game?
crude musk
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vestal turret
Hey my friend group is starting dnd and I am making my character online, I should I balance my stats for my ability scores
I rolled 16 11 9 11 12 16
I’m a half elf so I get plus 2 charisma
And I added plus 1 score to my intelligence and wisdom
I’m a fighter
crude musk
That's more a question for #character-discussion
vestal turret
Oh ok thanks
buoyant chasm
Is anyone here a fan of Doctor I need help creating a Character as a Mixture of THE Doctor and River Song(The Many Husbands of River Song period)
smoky adder
#character-discussion can help with that!
umbral carbon
Hello! I need help with real life time during downtime during long rests or between quests. Do I let the characters do mundane stuff for 2 real life minutes or do I just do time skips? Sorry if my wording seems weird, im new to dnd
smoky adder
Time in game can move as fast or as slow as you need.
full hollow
I’m thinking of starting playing any ideas on what race a new person should be ??? (Thank u if u respond)
simple goblet
Any race should be fine for a new player 🙂
simple goblet
This page lists the playable races
https://www.dndbeyond.com/races
The races in the Basic Rules are the ones you can use for free in the character builder
full hollow
Thank u I Already chose to be a lizardfolk fighter chaotic good with a fear of spiders but still thank u so much
Thank u for all the support
patent token
hi!! I’m completely new to DnD. where could i find the rules/ how do I get started? tysm!!
simple goblet
The Basic Rules are in the pinned messages of this channel 🙂
patent token
thanks :))
full hollow
Any tips for new players (thank you so much if you respond)
simple goblet
Have you read the Basic Rules?
full hollow
A bit why
simple goblet
Just checking as that is usually a good first step 🙂
Otherwise be prepared to make mistakes, but don't worry about it as you learn
dim palm
So a good way I learned is by getting thrown into a game with experienced players who were cool with it
simple goblet
Try to understand what all the abilities/spells and features on your character sheet let you do
You probably want to find a campaign starting at Level 1 so you don't have too much stuff to worry about
dim palm
To some helping you take your turn and teach you things like that is fun and rewarding
full hollow
Thank u I have a week off to research and then a day to actually make the character and then play my first game with friends wish me luck
dim palm
Have fun and remember if someone says “free magic item” its cursed.
rich elbow
still waiting for my friends current campaign to finish before i play my first game, but after watching some other games online i had a question about shops
are you typically supposed to know what you are looking for when you walk in? like "hello do you have any magic shields for me the cleric?" im coming from most other games where the shop inventory is just presented to you. do you ever just get a list of what the shop sells? are you supposed to have some knowledge when you walk in?
simple goblet
It depends on how your DM runs them honestly
dim palm
Honestly I have seen dms go either way. “It would require a knowledge check for the item depending on its origin, then a roll to determine the chance of it being in the shop” to “opens catalog say what you wanna get and I will tell you the price..bargaining is an option”
umbral carbon
Does any new DM have this problem?
DM: “You are in the town of Phandalin, there’s life everywhere.”
Player: “I will purchase some stuff”
DM: “Ok you head to the shop (shows weapon prices)”
Player: “I’ll buy a short bow”
DM: “Okay, you buy a short bow and head to the next location”
I think I rush it too much, anyway I can make it longer?
gray halo
I am just now starting to get into dnd as a drow but i need a bit of help on knowing how the game works and how to play and or what i need for it
gray halo
https://dnd.wizards.com/get-started
Thank you
smoky adder
Does any new DM have this problem?
DM: “You are in the town of Phandalin, there’...
#dm-discussion can give you some advice there.
urban pollen
Hey, so I JUST learned about D&D and I don't know what I'm doing or how to get started...
Can anyone help me? 😅
echo kelp
My number one suggestion is to read the free basic rules to get a feel for the game mechanics. You don't have to know it all but having some familiarity with the rules will help in playing the game. Also check out the pinned messages on this channel - lots of great resources to help get you started.
urban pollen
Oh, okay. Thanks!
echo kelp
If you have a specific question about something, feel free to ask here or in an appropriate channel.
rich elbow
my physical copy of the players handbook arrived today, next day or so is now occupied haha
ember ibex
Hi, just a question as I'm gonna be playing my first campaign as a DM in a few days, we're gonna play the Essential Kit campaign, and I was wondering is there a way to get the maps of this campaign somewhere ? Like if i take the digital version on DnDBeyond, are the maps included and printable ?
crude musk
All D&D Beyond digital books include high resolution version of the maps you find in the books, as well as player versions
ember ibex
thanks !
nocturne lance
im new and i did create my character and im unsure how to play it correctly
iron jungle
what type of character are they?
nocturne lance
can i call myself them/they?
crude musk
Of course you can
nocturne lance
how?
crude musk
Change your nickname to add (they/them) at the end, like I've done with (he/him)
nocturne lance
oh boy
crude musk
Unless you mean in game, in which case people usually just say something like "my characters pronouns are "they/them/theirs""
nocturne lance
oh
crude musk
It's just a part of how you describe your character
glossy pasture
Why would you make them deaf?
echo kelp
Because it may reflect their life experience and be easier for them to roleplay?
glossy pasture
For me it’s like, you actively gib them in combat.
But I can understand since I made my first character half blind in their other eye
crude musk
For me it’s like, you actively gib them in combat.
I'm not sure what you mean by this? If you're saying they'd be at an inherent disadvantage in combat, not necessarily
You can build the fantasy of the game in such a way that a disability that might disadvantage you in real life doesn't have to in the world you play in
That's the beauty of D&D
trim crystal
hello
slow shadow
Hello, I’m new here. I’m new to D&D, but the little that I’ve played I’ve loved it.
worn mist
New to d&d I just got beyond and would like to play but really am not to sure but keen to learn if anyone can help out 🙂
crude musk
We have a bunch of channels for finding games, many of which are often newcomer friendly
?looking
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lean moth
Hi folks. I'm new to DnD. I have a few friends with the starter set, so hoping to play a game soon. We've also bought the Blade Runner RPG to try later
I created a character, and would like some opinions and suggestions for it. Should I post it here or in character discussion?
crude musk
#character-discussion would be the better place
plain dock
Hi all. Use to play 22 years ago. Just started playing again a couple weeks ago since my fiancés best friends husband has been playing for years and wanted us to play. He’s been dm and we’ve done about 3 shorter sessions. Due to my job I travel a lot and spend most my time in Japan so won’t get to play in person much. I want to start playing online. Anyone willing to help or let a newbie join their party?
crude musk
We have a bunch of channels for finding games, many of which are often newcomer friendly
?looking
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glacial elm
hi, i'm new to dnd and really have no idea how to start. there's no dnd in my area as well so i'm afraid everything will have to be online. can anyone guide the way please?i'll be most grateful
crude musk
Look at the messages above yours
pliant crypt
Helloo!
fluid thistle
Hello! Also total new player here, been reading the ground rules of DnD and will be starting on creating my first actual character this week!
tacit lodge
Played my first game ever the other night ... my first roll ever in-game was a constitution check for which I got a 19 ... not bad! Overall, while I sometimes felt awkward and/or dumb, I had a blast, and I can't wait to play again. 
austere crystal
Played my first game ever the other night ... my first roll *ever* in-game was a...
That is extremely unusual. Why would your first check be a constitution check? What were you making a check for?
tacit lodge
That is extremely unusual. Why would your first check be a constitution check? W...
I was written into an existing campaign and immediately after “finding” me, the party headed into a sewer to march. Constitution check to see if we could hold our breath and withstand the noxious fumes.
cerulean ruin
Con checks are normally the rarest ability check. Con is 79% hit points, 20% saves, and 1% checks.
austere crystal
I was written into an existing campaign and immediately after “finding” me, the ...
Oh okay, fair enough.
tacit lodge
It may have been a saving throw - now that you remind me that those exist … (like I said, I’m new) …
cerulean ruin
It was most likely a save. Con saves are quite common.
echo kelp
Anyway glad you had fun!
hidden steeple
how does one make a Kenku? im trying to do so with DnD beyonds character sheet and i do not see it.
frankly im trying to figure this all out to be honest.
little briar
Own Monsters of the Multiverse.
if you don't own that book, you cannot select kenku.
hidden steeple
i see i see, then can i do something like the Kenkus ability to mimic voices with the other bird race or no?
little briar
No, because Aarakocra don't have that ability.
hidden steeple
gotcha.
celest venture
I'm having issues with placing a map downloaded from dndbeyond onto roll20 when I click and drag it over the canvas nothing happens, it can be played if I change the layer to objects but its way too bad in resolution what do i do?
crude musk
This channel isn't really for getting help using roll20
Maybe want #dm-discussion or better yet, the roll20 forums
pure vapor
how do i join a campaign
crude musk
You go to #looking-for-players and contact a DM via private message if their game interests you
pure vapor
You go to <#750813601358676008> and contact a DM via private message if their g...
ok thanks
hidden steeple
How long should a backstory be?
smoky adder
That’s really up to you and your DM. There’s no right or wrong answer.
Mine tend to be short: no more than three paragraphs and full of holes. Just enough to answer what needs to be known at the start.
hidden steeple
thank you homie, now to find a dm lol.
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lyric fjord
Hey
cinder burrow
Never played DnD before and was wondering if anyone can help me learn stuff about it
smoky adder
Welcome! There’s some helpful links here in the pinned messages that cover the basics, but did you have any specific questions?
whole sable
Never played DnD before and was wondering if anyone can help me learn stuff abou...
Welcome! There are many great channels on this server where you can get lots of good info.
lyric fjord
how 2 find a group 101 please
simple goblet
?looking
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lyric fjord
hmm maybe
full hollow
What do u guys think my lizardfolk fighter chaotic good character should sound like
lyric fjord
What do u guys think my lizardfolk fighter chaotic good character should sound l...
the lizard from spider-man
full hollow
Idk if you are joking or not so I’ll give it a try
Not what I’m looking for but thank u
tepid tartan
hi how to i start playing
unborn cloak
Any tips for being a player i should know
echo kelp
Check the pinned messages here in the channel - lots of useful links to help you get started.
timber lily
okay so ive been wanting to get into DMing for a bit and i just wanted to know where i should start
im not new to DnD player wise, but when it comes to being a DM im lost
echo kelp
You might enjoy checking out the #dm-discussion channel - you'll need to get the right role to view that channel from #880965682462875679
timber lily
thanks
north tendon
I am right off the bat new to DnD and have no clue where to start. If there is anyone that would be willing to help me that would be great!
echo kelp
I'd first start off with the pinned messages here in this channel - lots of useful links. Then if you have any specific questions feel free to ask here or in an appropriate channel.
north tendon
Thank you. I went back in the chat and saw to do that. Currently watching a video and reading up
lunar river
after making a character how do i join a campaign
fallen surge
Find someone starting a campaign, and ask to join
lunar river
and how do i find someone is there a channel?
fallen surge
?looking
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fallen surge
You can make a post in #750812887697588356, and you can read through the posts in #looking-for-players and send a DM to anyone that interests you
lunar river
okie thanks for the help : )
silver jewel
im playing my first game on saturday
im kinda nervous but exicted
i like the idea of having magical items, me and my dm discussed and my weapon is a Lance (Not the jousting one the spear one) that can turn into a trident, and i wanted to know how i can make it magical? or have magic properties?
also is this the appropriate channel to ask this?
crude musk
Might be more of a question for your DM
forest rover
Maybe a fish command or control water for something
opal pagoda
anyone running running a 1 shot ? lookin to play in one or should i post this in lookin for DM
cerulean ruin
#750812887697588356 is probably the best place to look for a one shot
spare jacinth
Im new to DnD Beyond and I have a question about the Marketplace buys. At the top of DnD Beyonds website there is a link that takes you to the DnDstore.wizards.com that says you can buy both physical and digital content. With this being linked from DnD Beyond does the digital allow us to redeem the book purchases in DnD Beyond or not?
untold flint
Im new to DnD Beyond and I have a question about the Marketplace buys. At the to...
As of right now, the only product where they're bundling a digital & physical copy together is the upcoming Dragonlance release. For all the other products, they are separate purchases.
spare jacinth
ok thank ya
smoky adder
As of right now, the only product where they're bundling a digital & physical co...
That’s no longer true.
All of the bundles here include the physical item as well as content on D&D Beyond.
https://dndstore.wizards.com/us?icid_medium=article&icid_source=ddb&icid_campaign=campaign-case&icid_content=dnd-store
smoky adder
Im new to DnD Beyond and I have a question about the Marketplace buys. At the to...
So yes, the Dragonlance preorders and the rules gift sets include both versions.
spare jacinth
ok, the rules giftset is what i wanted to get
smoky adder
And the terrain cases come with digital-only copies of the DMG (for the terrain case) or the MM (for the creature case).
quick prawn
hi guys, what king of plateform do you use to host your game session?
smoky adder
My groups use D&D Beyond for character sheets and Owlbear Rodeo for maps. The online groups all use Avrae, and I use it as a DM tool for the in-person groups, too.
This article has some other worthy suggestions:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online
ornate kiln
I use foundry VTT, but also have played on Roll20 and Owlbear rodeo in the past
whole sable
I use foundry VTT, but also have played on Roll20 and Owlbear rodeo in the past
I've never played using VTT. I'm hoping to jump into some one shots to see what they're like.
lyric fjord
how do i start my campaign?
near meteor
Where can i find help with the homebrew tool on dnd beyond? I want to homebrew and sublass and need some help navigating
fallen surge
Where can i find help with the homebrew tool on dnd beyond? I want to homebrew a...
typically either in #ddb-support or #homebrew
near meteor
typically either in <#520322372327440405> or <#540588335924641792>
Thanks Colossus
smoky adder
how do i start my campaign?
The simplest answer is “get your friends together and start talking,” but is there something specific you’re having trouble with?
hazy wave
ill be playing dnd for the first time soon any tips thnx in advance
echo kelp
Make sure everyone at the table, including you, is having fun.
Also try and have some familiarity with the rules - don't have to have it memorized by any means but understanding skill checks and attack rolls will greatly improve the flow of the game.
lyric fjord
Hi, I'm a total beginner. I want to start playing d&d but im not really sure how... I don't know anyone into it and I also don't know how to play the game. I started to make a character and I know I want to be a player not a dm. How do I start?
ornate kiln
look at the pinned messages on this channel, they will link you a number of guides as well as the basic rules.
if you want to play online, then there are a number of channels here on this server that can help
?looking
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ornate kiln
otherwise, there are plenty of facebook groups, /lfg on reddit or roll20 to look for online games as well
oh and if you want to find in person games, maybe ask friends or family if they are interested to try the game, otherwise, check out if there are game stores near to your location
ornate kiln
the biggest tips I have:
- learn how your character works, the DM has enough to deal with already
- D&D is a team game, try to make sure everyone at the table has fun
- dont worry to much about making mistakes. learning together is fun too!
- no D&D is better than very bad D&D (so don't stay at tables if they are toxic or you feel unsafe)
lyric fjord
Thx
lyric fjord
the biggest tips I have:
- learn how your character works, the DM has enough to...
And how does the game actually work like, if your a player how do you join someone's game.
And if your a dm how do you get players to join?
P.S I just got discord so I have idea how this works but I'm figuring it out 😂😂
No idea*
ornate kiln
well, if you play in person, you find other people who are interested, like friend or family or people at your local gaming store and figure it out together.
online, there are servers and websites were players can look for games or DMs can look for players
here on this server there are the following channels
?looking
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lyric fjord
well, if you play in person, you find other people who are interested, like frie...
Thank you, Playing in person isn't possible for me though I live on a farm in the middle of nowhere 😂
lyric fjord
When I go to join a game I stop cause I do t know what all that info they post means ?
lyric fjord
Do you have to wait for an invite to join someone's game after posting your post format ?
smoky adder
If you’ve posted in #750812887697588356, anyone interested should contact you directly.
If you want a more proactive approach, you can look through the posts in #looking-for-players as well and contact them instead.
lyric fjord
I'm using DnD beyond so do I have to join a game that's using DnD beyond?? I've been trying to get this right for hours I have no idea how this all works 😭 and what means what
Is DnD beyond even capable of online gaming or is it just a character app?
smoky adder
What tools are or aren’t allowed by any specific game are up to that group.
lyric fjord
Tools?
smoky adder
But on this server, at least, you should have no trouble finding one that lets you use DDB.
lyric fjord
But on this server, at least, you should have no trouble finding one that lets y...
I'm having nothing but trouble
smoky adder
I can’t help you with that part, I’m afraid.
crude musk
It can take a little while (days rather than hours) to find a game
smoky adder
But new games get posted all the time.
lyric fjord
The main thing is I don't understand all the terminology
smoky adder
Such as?
lyric fjord
Thanks for the help guys
lyric fjord
Such as?
I'm slowly learning but all the things about DnD in general, it's just so much info😂
smoky adder
It's definitely a lot. 🤣
crisp musk
have you read through the basic rules?
smoky adder
But the folks here are happy to answer any questions you've got.
ornate kiln
finding a game is nothing thats instant. it can take days or even weeks depending on different factors
so you need to be a little patient
bright anvil
I’m looking to start a campaign with my cousins over long distance, what should I use for a platform?
topaz pier
this is what i would suggest, discord for chat, roll20 for the map and dnd beyond for the character sheet
smoky adder
This article has some other good recommendations:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online
versed heart
that's a useful vid
rich elbow
Spelljammer is going to be the first campaign I ever play. Are there race restrictions since it’s in space essentially? Is that just DM dependent? Can I be a hill dwarf in space? 😂
untold flint
Spelljammer is going to be the first campaign I ever play. Are there race restri...
Ultimately it's up to your DM.
versed heart
Ooooh a hill dwarf in space would be HILARIOUS 🤣
sturdy solar
Hi👋
zenith crest
hi
mild tiger
Anybody know where I can find dnd campaigns for busy dads?
smoky adder
As a busy dad myself, I find play-by-post games are a lot easier to fit into my schedule.
They do pop up from time to time in #looking-for-players, but it’ll take some diligence (and patience) to find a good match.
minor burrow
Can attest: Not gonna find any groups overnight.
uncut gulch
That’s true.
minor burrow
I've gotten some nibbles but had to edit "I can't pay for sessions" on my LFG posts.
uncut gulch
Just give it time, and you’ll find one.
limber plaza
Hello everyone!
minor burrow
Hiyo
mint pebble
so for those of you who have found games online like in the looking for player channel: how quickly do you typically need to respond
like is this the type of thing where I need to refresh all the time and message/apply asap?
echo kelp
Generally expect it to be similar to a job application process - coordinating peoples schedules can be challenging and complicated.
mint pebble
is it normal for campaigns to start the same day they post looking for players?
smoky adder
Probably not in general
mint pebble
that seems like an insane turn around to me but a lot of posts today had sunday as the game date
okay
smoky adder
But if they already had most of the group ready, sure.
smoky barn
echo kelp
welcome! Take a look at the pinned messages here on the channel - lots of good resources to help get you started with D&D and DnDBeyond.
agile scroll
Hi everyone. I have limited experience with the game and the group I played with fell apart due to scheduling clashes. So figured I try find an online game. I'm New Zealand based.
echo kelp
Hi there! Take a look at the #looking-for channels but make sure to read the channel descriptions and read the pinned messages (some require you to follow a specific format when posting).
?looking
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marsh trout
Hi! I'm new to rpg I've never played but always been interested in dnd so I'm looking to join a group, as far as scheduling I'm available after 7 most nights Eastern Daylight Time zone but I have an irregular work schedule during the day just to give an idea I know it's hard to find people with similar schedules on discord
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lost meteor
So after some consideration I'm about to buy some books for me and some friends, I thought of buying the digital versions for the additional books Xanathar, Tasha, Sword Coast (and as it's a bundle Player's Handbook) to have them accessible for character creation on DnDBeyond (QoL). And buying the physical form for Dungeon Master's Guide and Monster Manual.
My question is, should I add the physical form of the Player's Handbook or the DnDBeyond (pdf ?) version is good enough ?
We plan to play at my place, so everyone is physically present
simple goblet
DndBeyond version isn't a pdf, but you can search it via the website or the mobile app. It is up to you and your group which method for checking rules question is faster
topaz garnet
Remember that DNDBeyond is online, so you will need internet, but the mobile app can download the books for offline viewing.
lost meteor
Ok so basically just what everyone prefers ? gonna have to check with my friends then
Thanks !
Btw is it the correct channel to ask questions about dming or is there a specific channel for new dm ?
crude musk
#dm-discussion for DM'ing questions
lost meteor
<#540597424692002878> for DM'ing questions
Thanks !
smoky adder
Ok so basically just what everyone prefers ? gonna have to check with my friends...
I prefer digital. You can check out the free Basic Rules if you want an idea of what to expect:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
lost meteor
I prefer digital. You can check out the free Basic Rules if you want an idea of ...
thanks ! gonna share it with them toknow if it works for them or not
next ivy
hi guys! I'm very new to dnd but I always wanted to try it. Have been trying to finish Octopath Traveler for switch and enjoying the story and that's kind of what encouraged me to try to join a dnd community.... you can call me Kai, nice to meet you 😄
crude musk
#character-discussion would be the right channel, yeah
next ivy
<#604757656565055589> would be the right channel, yeah
oki doki thank you!
and thanks for the welcome wave @smoky adder 😄
ancient musk
Ollo peoples
I learned or heard about DnD from Critcrabs channel among other things and it seemed like a fun thing to do with friends and people with common interests
I feel like my only bump in the round for me would be thr character creation since idk how restrictive it can be but, I think I'll be able to past that part
smoky adder
Welcome! If you’re building a character on D&D Beyond, you can click “Show Help Text” when you start. It’ll walk you through each step as you go.
But it basically just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules in order, if you’d rather learn first.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
And the folks in #character-discussion can lend you some advice, too.
azure aspen
hi!
ancient musk
Welcome! If you’re building a character on D&D Beyond, you can click “Show Help...
Danke for the help bud
viscid frost
I have finished my character so the next thing is to join a campaign correct?
smoky adder
Honestly, there’s no specific order here. You could potentially find a campaign and then create a character, too.
But if you’re ready to start looking, we’ve got a few channels for that. 👇🏻
?looking
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viscid frost
Bet
viscid frost
Thank you sir
golden bronze
I just joined.
rich elbow
I played my very first ever session last night. A Halloween one shot my friend made up. We had to escape an amusement park that the cult of the sleeper had infiltrated. It was super fun, we were all 16-17 year olds who unlocked latent powers as the game progressed. Think I’m hooked now 😂
fallen surge
yeah, D&D has that kinda affect on people
crude vale
What is the Dragonlance Victors role?
fallen surge
there was an event to celebrate the release of Dragonlance, where people could choose to join one of two factions. The side with the most members at the end were the victors
crude vale
Awesome. Sorry I missed it
crude musk
@stable chasm attempting to solicit access to content sharing is against the D&D Beyond terms of service
smoky adder
there was an event to celebrate the release of Dragonlance, where people could c...
Nah, there was an actual game. Each side had five clues to decipher. Each answer was a codeword that, when entered successfully, unlocked the next clue. The winning side was the one that solved their five clues the fastest.
Pretty sure the winning side had fewer members, in fact.
stable chasm
<@379436343341875200> attempting to solicit access to content sharing is against...
Actually the Reddit mods asked, and it’s not against TOS
lyric fjord
so i started a DND club at my school and a bunch of people joined who barley know how to play dnd and i wanna do a kahoot with them but i dont know the sort of questions to ask them for them to learn about it without being bored. i already have shown them the basics of dnd, like what races there are and what classes there are etc etc but i want them all to be confidant about playing it and stuff so how could i help them learn about the game without making it boring? what questions can i ask them?
i didnt know what channel to post this in but since its about me teaching new players i thought that it would be wise to put it in here 👁️
static zealot
Actually the Reddit mods asked, and it’s not against TOS
I can not comment on what someone on Reddit is alleging, but we do not allow people to share a campaign URL here to just share content or ask for such things. The Campaign tool along with content sharing allows groups to share their content with one another (just like how an in-person group might have a single copy of the PHB and share it).
Joining someone's campaign without playing/speaking/knowing them, just to get content for free, is not the intention and is not something we allow to be posted, either here or on our forums. I'd also advise that individuals on Reddit would have less knowledge on what is or is not allowed by D&D Beyond than the Moderators and team here.
delicate cobalt
Hey! I have never played D&D before! Looking a group willing to help me out a bit in the beginning. I'm in EST, available Tuesday and Thursday, or any other day after 9-10pm. My current character is a Half elf bard, please send any tips and tricks my way🙏🙏
simple goblet
Have you looked in #looking-for-players?
echo kelp
?looking
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echo kelp
^heres the channels to look for games
Make sure to read the channel descriptions and follow the pinned message format when posting.
Also be patient - planning and scheduling a game and coordinating everyone’s schedules takes time and effort.
delicate cobalt
Where can I find the template for finding a group?
crude musk
It's pinned in the channel, plus you can usually scroll up a few messages to find the last time a moderator posted it
delicate cobalt
👍 thank you
minor burrow
If I'm not allowed to bump my LFG on the forums then how exactly can I use it to find a group as my thread sinks into oblivion?
crude musk
That isn't a question for this channel
minor burrow
Ah
azure aspen
hi!
restive crag
Hellow i'm new here!
simple goblet
Hello new here! I'm Lionn
And now that the dad jokes are out of the way, is there anything we can help you with?
restive crag
Tyy! Not for now, currently creating my characters^-^
Well actually question! Is sometimes they is DnD for new players? Cause i've never play before but really wanna try!
fallen surge
Well actually question! Is sometimes they is DnD for new players? Cause i've nev...
Welcome 
My apologies, but I don't really understand your question. I'm not sure if english isn't your first language, or if you just made a typo. I'm assuming you are asking if there are opportunities for new players to play, and the answer is "of course!" You just have to find a group and schedule a time to play together. 
tender flax
Hello. I'm new and new to discord. This is a very confusing place.
crude musk
The server or D&D?
clear estuary
Or Discord as a whole?
crude musk
Which unfortunately we can't help with
torn jungle
Hello all, I'm really familiar with getting started in a campaign and creating a PC, but not much beyond that as the last 4 games I have started the DM has abandoned before much happened. They were all play by post games over discord. Is there any recommendations for free or low cost options to look at where I won't be abandoned?
crude musk
There is no guarantee that can be given that a game won't fizzle
That's just one of the risks
torn jungle
Well that's unfortunate.
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rigid sequoia
I have 0% experience in DND, I don’t know where to start at all, I listen to podcasts on DND (😅 that’s basically my only knowledge of the game). I want to play but not sure where to find a DM willing to coach I rookie like me, I created a character on the DND beyond website (though I’m not sure how well I did). Any advice on how to start would be greatly appreciated.
crude musk
For finding a DM, we have #looking-for-players (reply to posts you find interesting via private message, many DMs welcome newcomers)
As for getting feedback on your character, we have #character-discussion
lyric fjord
I'm joining a campaign next week, i have a character all set up mostly due a friends help. But would it be wrong to have like a notebook so i can remember money health stuff, inventory, that kinda stuff
oblique mason
absolutely not! You can even take notes on the adventures and events happening in the campaign, track your personal belongings and relationships, everything!
The more notes the merrier honestly. My DMs always get back to me because I take notes of everything basically xd
halcyon forge
Taking notes is a great habit. D&D Beyond though does help track inventory, money, and health for you.
lyric fjord
Okay! I just dont want to forget anything and end up messing up😅
echo kelp
That’s for the DM to do /jk
oblique mason
Okay! I just dont want to forget anything and end up messing up😅
I thought they same which is why I started my Notekeeper journey ^^
oblique mason
That’s for the DM to do /jk
I love being the inoffical DM brain /jk
lyric fjord
I thought they same which is why I started my Notekeeper journey ^^
Alr, i mean hey. Gives me a excuse to decorate a notebook
oblique mason
Alr, i mean hey. Gives me a excuse to decorate a notebook
FACTS! decorate the notebook with all them beautiful DnD stickers :0
inner thistle
And doodles, don't forgett doodles.
lyric fjord
FACTS! decorate the notebook with all them beautiful DnD stickers :0
I might decorate it according to my character. Like her own little notebook maybe?
simple goblet
I keep meaning to buy stickers for my bottles so I can make them unique in work
oblique mason
Ohh yes! I did that too, a friend of mine even drew all my characters and made stickers out of those drawings (i.e. my profile pic)
lyric fjord
FACTS! decorate the notebook with all them beautiful DnD stickers :0
wait- dnd stickers exist
oblique mason
Redbubble .com is an awesome place to look for dnd related content ^^
echo kelp
All sorts of D&D stuff exists
Plushies, stickers, models, figurines, dice… you name it.
lyric fjord
Yeah my bf bought me dice
oblique mason
wait til the dice-goblin-phase kicks in...you will have more than enough dice sooner than u think xD
lyric fjord
But the most ive done for dnd is like character art for friends and listening to a podcast. Brand new to this stuff
lyric fjord
wait til the dice-goblin-phase kicks in...you will have _more than enough_ dice ...
Oh my god, our dm has a bag of just dice
topaz garnet
if you can do art, that's like automatic +rep for DND players lol
lyric fjord
Yeah ^^ i made my own art for my character
oblique mason
ohhh love that x3
azure aspen
hello! Im new to dnd and im about to get dragons of stormwreck isle starter set
blazing ember
Hullo! Me and my fiance are relatively new to DnD as we have only been playing for 4 months thus far and are looking for more people to play DND with! Are looking forward to making new friends❤️
worn kindle
In #looking-for-players, do you have to buy the specified game or is it already provided? I'm new and want to know what I'm doing before I buy stuff
crude musk
What do you mean by "the specified game"?
worn kindle
Game Style
worn kindle
So the things like Tomb of Annihilation are just a form of gameplay?
crude musk
No, that's a specific adventure, which the DM will already have if they're running it
worn kindle
Alright, thanks
crisp spade
Hey hey, I am quite new to dnd and been watching some games for a few years but only got the courage to start playing this year . Happy to meet new people !
shadow scaffold
What is the best way to find/build a DnD group? I saw on a Beyond thread that DMs are in short supply.... and I'm a completely new player so...
smoky adder
Patience and diligence!
But we’ve got a few channels to help you, too. 👇🏻
?looking
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rough rune
At the same time players are saying Dms are hard to find , dms are saying players are hard to find. it is very hard to keep a group together for long term games.
visual vale
Ok
oak wing
i’m very new to dnd and so i’m having fun making characters,, if i were to choose a druid is there skills that are better to select than others?
ornate kiln
I would probably lean into wisdom based skills, like animal handling, perception, insight etc, since that will stack nicely with your highest stat
untold flint
i’m very new to dnd and so i’m having fun making characters,, if i were to choos...
Like Omegon said, Wisdom-based skills will be the easiest for you to excel at. Perception is one of the most-used skills in the game, Survival is always good for a nature-based character, and I enjoy taking Animal Handling as a Druid or Ranger. It's a pretty situational skill, but it's also very "on-brand" for those classes. Despite Intelligence not usually being a high priority for Druids(though you're obviously free to build your Druid how you want), being proficient in Nature makes a lot of sense. Ultimately though, the best skills to take are the ones that feel right to you. Some people focus on skills for mechanical benefit, i.e. skills that align with their ability scores or ones that are mostly likely to get used. Some people take skills specifically because their group is lacking someone proficient in them, and they want to round out the party's skillset. Some focus solely on what fits their character's story. For most, it's some combination of the three. They're all valid ways to go, so my biggest piece of advice is to read through the section of the rules about the skills so you have a good idea of what each one is typically used for.
topaz garnet
i’m very new to dnd and so i’m having fun making characters,, if i were to choos...
As a Druid, you're going to be using Wisdom for your Spellcasting.
A byproduct of this is that you're innately going to have a decent Animal Handling, Perception, Insight, Medicine, Survival, because those Ability (Skill) checks use the Wisdom ability.
You could choose to be even better (such as Perception) at one/some of those, or branch to other skills.
It ultimately depends on who you want to make. After all, Intelligence (Nature) is more like book smarts on it, whereas the Wisdom (Medicine) side is more about finding this herb from this local environment and it'll help this horrendous wound. One of many potential, and DM dependent, scenarios. We can't be definitive, but Perception is very very very easy to apply to almost every game ever, so I can highly recommend Perception.
haughty salmon
um new to dnd i already created my charecter how do get a dnd group
crude musk
?looking
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twin dome
if i roll a 20 but i have a -1 is it still a nat 20?
warped marsh
Yeah, "natural" just means the number on the die before modifiers
twin dome
ok
proven night
oh gosh im going to be a dm for the first time next week aaaa
twin dome
oh gosh im going to be a dm for the first time next week aaaa
good luck 🙂 i'm going to be in my first game on Thursday.
proven night
good luck 🙂 i'm going to be in my first game on Thursday.
oo my first game was so fun : ] hope you have a great time
twin dome
oo my first game was so fun : ] hope you have a great time
thank you:)
oak wing
Like Omegon said, Wisdom-based skills will be the easiest for you to excel at. P...
sorry im late thank you so much for your help!
oak wing
As a Druid, you're going to be using Wisdom for your Spellcasting.
A byproduct o...
thank you as well! i do really appreciate it
supple star
I want to play but there isnt any club for dnd in my area so how do i play?
echo kelp
?looking
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crude musk
Those are two different things
There aren't rules of magic, but there are spellcasting rules
As for "ideals", that's what you decide as DM when putting together your world
cerulean sentinel
Ok this old guy is new to discord and the new rules for the game. I have not played since 2nd editiion. I'm looking to join a chat to find out what I need to do to join a group with forgotten realms, dragon lance and the older motifis. I have a level one thief half elf. looking to adventure on the weekends
I dont have dice or any books lol
I play alot of xbox lol
crude musk
Lots going on there, so let's hit what we can
To find games, we have dedicated game finding channels
?looking
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crude musk
As for specific settings, you'll need to check what the DMs are running.
Generally speaking, it's best to not make your character until you're in a campaign, that way you can make sure your character fits the campaign properly
And then finally, you don't need dice (D&D Beyond has digital dice) and the basic rules are free https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
cerulean sentinel
thank you for thehelp
I posted on the site looking for dm, got one reply and a discord chat. I just figured it would be quicker to ask here.
lyric fjord
I want to play but there isnt any club for dnd in my area so how do i play?
There’s a ton of useful information on YouTube about getting into online play if you don’t have any local options.
lyric fjord
I want to play but there isnt any club for dnd in my area so how do i play?
Once you have an idea of what’s going on I’d recommend trying a few one-shots before trying to hop into a campaign.
hushed hull
Probably a dumb question but how restrictive are the alignments for a character's personality? Can a lawful good character be convinced to break the law in the name of good or commit evil actions under the pretense of furthering a greater good down the line?
crude musk
Honestly, it depends on how your table treats alignment.
Best speak to your DM about it
clear estuary
One thing I always like to remind people is that the Lawful alignment isn’t restricted to the “law of the land”. It simply means that a character adheres to a set of morals or a code of some sort.
One can make an argument for being a “Lawful” character that broke the laws of the land if said laws contradict the code taken up by the character.
crude musk
Like I said, varies from table to table
clear estuary
Definitely
hushed hull
Thank you both. I'll be sure to inquire whenever I can get into my first game.
crude musk
That would be a question better suited to #ddb-avrae-help
fiery wharf
okie
paper zodiac
Probably a dumb question but how restrictive are the alignments for a character'...
I would say, if the KNOW they are going against their alignment then there are repercussions. If they are tricked into thinking it is within their alignment (usually through dice roles) then it isn't with repercussions other than RP depression when they find out.
brave falcon
I take it for new players it's kinda hard finding a group to play with
smoky adder
Not just new players — all players. 😅
simple goblet
And then when you find a group, the superboss Scheduling rears their head to lay siege to your fun
worn kindle
Can Drow (high) magic use a focus or do they need the components?
crude musk
That would be more of a question for #dnd-rules
worn kindle
Oh alright
smoky adder
I guess I well just stick to 40k and mtg then.
Oh, that wasn’t meant to be discouraging. Just trying to put things into perspective. It takes patience and diligence for anyone to find a good game, but when you get the right group, the payoff is totally worth it.
brave falcon
It wasn't I'm mainly tired of reading all the books and all the rules I rather play. But my friends here where I live ain't into it. So I have books and everything no one to play with. Plus in stuck at home till I heal from my appendix being removed. It wasn't discouraging at all just made me go this well take a while.
shell ferry
hi all
distant patrol
Hello everyone
topaz garnet
It wasn't I'm mainly tired of reading all the books and all the rules I rather p...
I've been in like 4 proper games in about as many years, and I'm DMing a game on top.
It's for everyone, because it's not a one-size fits all like a much more rigid game like 40k or MTG. It's got nuances like levels, settings, character creation rules, homebrew rules, and so on.
past hinge
Hello everyone I'm new to d&d and wanted to know how should I get started
warm epoch
I've never played adventures league, but am looking at this for an opportunity to play more regularly.
During the monthly virtual tabletops, is it a single day, multiple days, or is there options?
past hinge
I've never played adventures league, but am looking at this for an opportunity t...
Well I am really only able to play weekends from 10:00AM - 10:00PM.
warm epoch
Oh. Sorry that wasn't meant as a response to you (though I'm happy to try to answer).
past hinge
Well I hope you find your answer. (Sorry)
smoky adder
Hello everyone I'm new to d&d and wanted to know how should I get started
Welcome! There’s some helpful starter links here in the pinned messages that’ll get you up to speed. If you’ve got any specific questions, though, feel free to ask!
past hinge
Welcome! There’s some helpful starter links here in the pinned messages that’ll ...
Thanks
smoky adder
The folks in #character-discussion can help with that!
untold rover
ah ok my bad!
regal lantern
New to discord and to finding new people to play Dnd with. a lot of my old groups just got burned out of playing so looking for new to play dnd with. im usally free on mondays and tuesdays. i also Dm been playing for about 5 years(5e) so if any body needs a pc or dm 🤟
regal lantern
<#750812887697588356>
That didn’t take long lol 🤘
regal lantern
Thanks my man 🤘🫡
hollow dagger
Hi all, my teenage son would like to join a new D&D campaign, he has played a couple of short games and knows his way around a character sheet so he isn't exactly brand new. Do any of you recommend anything suitable?
echo kelp
I would recommend finding a group of people you all know to play with (easier to have shared expectations and familiarity with personalities) but if you want to play with random folks on the internet you can use the #looking-for-players to find DM's trying to find players for their games.
?looking
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echo kelp
You can also use these other channels to find games - make sure to read the channel descriptions and follow the pinned message instructions.
ancient juniper
#750812887697588356 New to this world. Looking for a DM who would take a newbie. Any suggestions where to go for it?
earnest saddle
same
inner thistle
You can head to #looking-for-players and go through the posts there and message DM's privately that interest you or you can go to #750812887697588356 and make a post there using the post format you can find in the pinned messages and waiting for a DM to pick you up.
ancient juniper
will try that , thanks
brave falcon
I've been in like 4 proper games in about as many years, and I'm DMing a game on...
That's what got me interested in playing that and my 13 daughter wants to play so I really want to play
spark fossil
how tf this work?
smoky adder
If you check the pinned messages, there's a bunch of helpful links to get you started.
spark fossil
ty
smoky adder
But the free Basic Rules covers everything you really need:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
If you've got any specific questions, though, feel free to ask!
spark fossil
ty ty
runic sphinx
i found out my school did a d&d club and i wanted to try it out cus i had never played before and they said i need to download the d&d beyond app to create a charachter so i made it but how do i know if it is good im not sure cus i wanted to make a tank
crude musk
We have #character-discussion for getting feedback on your characters
nocturne turret
Hi
glossy stream
hi
long talon
Hello I am new
warm epoch
Hi!
leaden marsh
echo kelp
Welcome! Check the pinned message on the channel for lots of useful links to help get you started.
vast dock
Hello everyone. I'm a complete newb to d&d. I just wanted to ask, is it possible to play online ?
crude musk
Very much so, a lot of people play online and there's even a link to an article on getting started playing online pinned in this channel
vast dock
Oh wow. That's interesting. Because I downloaded the app and created a character. Didn't know what to do from there. Lol
crude musk
So there are lots of ways to play online. Some people play via voice only with physical sheets and dice in front of them, describing everything
Some people use digital character sheets that share dice rolls
Some people use discord bots like our own Avrae that link to character sheets, track initiative, and do all sorts of cool automations
And some people use virtual tabletops to share maps and tokens
You can play by text instead of voice, either in real time like we're talking now, or asynchronously via a forum
Basically as long as you've got some way to communicate, you can play online
vast dock
Alright. Sounds like a lot of information to take in. So I better do my research and take a look at the links. Thanks man.
Last question, what do you know about 20roll
I think that's the name.
crude musk
roll20 is a virtual tabletop and one of the most commonly used (because it supports many different types of TTRPG and you can buy official products there)
It's the VTT I use; it's got a very steep learning curve but is quite robust
vast dock
Alright then. Time to start. I'll take a look at the links. Thank you.
wispy scarab
Hey, I got my first campaign I'm entering tomorrow and was asked to bring my own character sheet.
I made one with the help of a friend, but got no clue how to start on the background or features (since the guy told me to solo that part).
Anyone got a useful tool for that or a place I can find references or inspiration from?
Hope I can ask this here, sry if not :I
fallen surge
Hey, I got my first campaign I'm entering tomorrow and was asked to bring my own...
Are you asking for help with knowing how backgrounds work, or just want to pick one that fits your character?
wispy scarab
Mostly trying to write one, but I suck at it (basically)
smoky adder
I think you might be conflating backgrounds (which are typically chosen from a list of available options) and backstories (which are you own individual narrative for the character’s personal history).
More on backgrounds here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules#Backgrounds
plain bison
Hi, I got interested in DnD since yesterday, it looks fun and immersive! I'd like to know how pbp games are generally played, especially asynchronous ones
smoky adder
There’s lots of different ways to do PBP games!
The ones I’ve done have all been on Discord, using D&D Beyond and Avrae.
https://avrae.io/
inner thistle
Avrae my beloved. Makes pbp games so much more convenient
smoky adder
(I even use it as a DM tool for my in-person games, too.)
inner thistle
Same... Or to just quickly look up stuff
plain bison
Do i need to fully read a new player's guide? I'm about half-done atm
smoky adder
That’s up to you, and whatever you want to get out of it.
plain bison
tbh I'm hesitant to join any games bc I'm afraid to be a hindrance, this is all very new to me and there seems to be a bit of math involved
inner thistle
Thats one of the advantages of using D&D Beyond and Avrae. It does all the math for you.
And don't be afraid. The community as a whole is helpfull to new players and many DM's have no problem with helping out a new player. As long as you have the basic rules memorised the game becomes very easy to understand.
plain bison
sounds great! 😄 To pbp in Discord, do people play on this server or join DM's?
inner thistle
Not on this Discord no. We provide game rooms but those are ment for voice games. The main way to look for play by post games are our looking for channels and looking for PBP specific games in #looking-for-players or you can go to #looking-for-community where you find Westmarch servers. These servers are a more broad approach to the play by post format with way more players. If you want to dip your toes into pbp I would however reccomend to look for a regular game first as westmarch servers can be a bit overwhelming.
plain bison
what does westmarch mean?
inner thistle
It is a form of playing D&D. Where you have one or several characters with changing DM's and rarely a cohesive story aside of a hub area where the Characters can interact outside of adventures
plain bison
I see, thanks!
vestal peak
Hello
pallid goblet
How do I start?
echo kelp
Check the pinned messages here in this channel - lots of useful resources to help get you started
It's a good idea to take a look through the free basic rules and get a feel for the game mechanics
pallid goblet
Is this good?
https://ddb.ac/characters/87749017/5qs9cd
vernal leaf
New DM here having troubles build a mission for my game
echo kelp
New DM here having troubles build a mission for my game
Hey there! You may find better assistance in the #dm-discussion channel - make sure to grab the DM role from #880965682462875679 (🐲 )
sharp mango
Hello, not overly new to D&D from a viewer perspective. I love watching campaign's but have yet to participate myself. If there are any new player friendly campaigns I would love to participate. 😄
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floral peak
im absoloutly fresh to dnd i know little to nothing and ive got no clue what to do but i wanna play
long tulip
Me to man me to
smoky adder
Welcome! There’s a bunch of helpful links in the pinned messages here that can get you started, but if you have any specific questions, feel free to ask!
long tulip
Umm yeah so how does one go about creating a balance/good character
smoky adder
Depends on what you’re looking to build. Each class has a Quick Start suggestion that’ll have some good advice.
If you’re creating it on D&D Beyond, you can enable “Show help text” when you start, too, which will walk you through the basics.
If you want any specific advice for your character, the folks in #character-discussion can help.
long tulip
Tnx
manic burrow
Quick question. Is the homebrew only for people who create home brew?
But, Hi! I just joined!
echo kelp
Homebrew is any custom material created by folks and not by D&D
I’m not sure of your question though - can you clarify?
terse pond
For new players, I always recommend coming up with a character concept you want to role play. The dice and numbers are secondary to the story. Don’t let mechanics bog you down. The group you play with can help with all the rolls and number crunching.
spice swan
Quick question. Is the homebrew only for people who create home brew?
If you’re talking about using published homebrew from the dndb website, then you’d have to be a subscriber to add to your collection
You can, however, create your own homebrew to use in your games, and you don’t need to publish it to do so
edgy zinc
hey yall! im not new to D&D but im new to D&DB, i was wondering if i could get advice on how to get started once i do my character sheets? :3
echo kelp
Generally I'd recommend building a character aligned with the group and/or campaign you'll be playing in. That way the DM and other players can help create a cohesive party that will work well for the expected story line and campaign arc.
edgy zinc
Oh I see! How do you join campaigns though? I’ve been exploring the site and can’t really find much :3
echo kelp
?looking
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echo kelp
^ use these channels to find a group to play with. Make sure to read the channel descriptions and follow the pinned message's format rules.
edgy zinc
Oh!! Thank you so much! I feel silly now ahaha :3 I appreciate the help 🥰
manic burrow
As for homebrew, I was just talking about the role on the welcome page? I've played in a couple people's homebrew campaigns, but that's it.
smoky adder
As for homebrew, I was just talking about the role on the welcome page? I've pla...
You’re welcome to choose whatever roles you like if those channels are of interest to you. No one’s checking your credentials. 😜
swift robin
Okay so I’m really new to the dnd scene but I love playing and would really appreciate if someone had a spot for me in a campaign and could help me learn more about the game.
plain bison
Are cooperative attacks possible? For example if you kick an enemy and stumbling back they lower their defenses, allowing the party's rogue to land a devastating blow?
ornate kiln
yes and no.
you can for example knock an enemy prone on your turn and then the rogue can get a melee attack with advantage on their turn (or use their reaction if they readied it)
but due to turn order, this might be hard or impossible to pull off consistently in some situations
and of course "stumbling back" is not a mechanic 5e. Older editions had a condition called "flat footed" that was more like that
topaz garnet
That yes and no is correct.
There is a good array of options that can help, such as a Battle Master fighter using trip attack to get someone prone, or a Rune Knight fighter using a feature to restrain an enemy, leaving them easier to attack.
Or, use the Help action.
ornate kiln
Right, the closest thing would be to use the help action to give the next attack advantage
plain bison
What's the general difference between a champion and a battle master?
ornate kiln
champion: crits slighly more often. Battlemaster: can make a wide array of combat maneuvers to enhance their attacks or support their allies
topaz garnet
Their features, really.
A Champion is just better at landing critical hits, being athletic, and gets another fighting style eventually, and that's basically it.
A Battlemaster builds a repertoire of Maneuvers that can range from launching something 15 feet, tripping, disarming, frightening, and goading (which gives them disadvantage on attacking anyone else but the goader)
plain bison
Battle master sounds more like a team player
ornate kiln
can be, depending on the maneuvers you pick
battlemasters can vary wildly due to maneuver choice
plain bison
Can rogues do any tricks to confuse the enemy? The non-magic sub classes I mean
topaz garnet
not really a definition for confusing them
Confusion is a spell, for example
ornate kiln
depends on what you mean with "confuse"
you can take the help action, which could be flavored as confusing someone
plain bison
not really a definition for confusing them
Confusion is a spell, for example
Well mechanically speaking do stuff that gives you or the others an advantage
ornate kiln
the mastermind rogue can give the help action at range and with a bonus action
topaz garnet
Mastermind can take the help action as a bonus action and do its help from up to 30 feet away.
plain bison
Is it a subclass?
ornate kiln
yes
topaz garnet
Mastermind is a Rogue subclass, yeah
other than that, technically Soulknife isn't magic, so at their high-high levels they can Stun with their psychic blades.
plain bison
Which book? That sounds a lot more like a character I'm going for
topaz garnet
other than that, technically Soulknife isn't magic, so at their high-high levels...
or go invisible even
ornate kiln
and of course in non combat scenarios, you could try to decieve an enemy and make a deception check
mastermind is in xanathars guide to everything
plain bison
Thanks!
topaz garnet
At higher levels, they can also, if taking cover from an attack behind a creature, they can make the attack target that creature instead of themselves. And at highest levels, they can present false thoughts for mind readers, never be forced to tell truth (such as by zone of truth), and if can choose to be treated as truthful by lie-detecting magic.
plain bison
What do you guys enjoy about dnd the most?
crude musk
That's probably more of a #dnd-discussion question
plain bison
Yeah I'll ask it there then
lyric fjord
so ive like only played dnd once and didnt rlly get it. but i really want to play so are there any tips people have?
crude musk
Have a read of the Basic Rules (a link to which is pinned in this channel)
crude musk
yes what?
lyric fjord
oh yeah i read them before hand
ive checked all dnd beyond resources
but i guess i understand it in theory just not in an actual game enviorment
crude musk
What is it you don't understand?
lyric fjord
mainly character building. i think the difficult thing for me is how each campaign wll have a different story and i dont know if like some things that may be allowed in one game wouldnt be allowed in another.
its more of a issue that i just havent been able to experience playing
ornate kiln
you could check out some live play campaigns to see how others play dnd
crude musk
As for knowing what's allowed in a campaign, you ask the DM
Unless you're playing Adventurer's League, there's no way to predict so the best way is to ask
fallen surge
mainly character building. i think the difficult thing for me is how each campai...
Character building is a lot of fun, and many people do it before they join their first game, just because they are so excited to get started. But the honest truth is, you should probably find a campaign to join before making your character. That way, you know exactly whats allowed, and you get to tailor your new character to better fit the story and the world of this campaign.
honest phoenix
ok on dnd beyond its giving me +5 for dmg rolls with rapier. my dex modifier is +3 and my proficiency is +3 so shouldn't i be getting +6 instead of +5?
crude musk
If you're having an issue with your character sheet and you think something is wrong, #ddb-support is the place to go (include a link to your character sheet)
hard sedge
I'm gonna get into dnd again.
smoky adder
How long has it been?
lyric fjord
I could really use some help on how to get back into the game. I played a long time ago, so I vaguely remember all the basics but I’m starting from scratch
crude musk
Depends how long ago "a long time ago" is, but I would recommend checking out the Basic Rules (a link to which is pinned in this channel) and refreshing yourself
deft tulip
Hello, new guy, never played but kinda wanting to. I'm a little confused by the amount of paid sourcebooks. Am I good with the free stuff or is the paid stuff needed to join campaigns?
ornate kiln
you can certainly play the game without paying anything, and often the DM will share their sourcebooks with players, too.
smoky adder
If there’s any specific character options you want (like a new subclass or extra spells), you can buy those individually on D&D Beyond as well.
Whatever you spend gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.
deft tulip
If there’s any specific character options you want (like a new subclass or extra...
Oh thats interesting. Where can i find these individual things? cant seem to find them in market
hard sedge
is it common for people to put a ton of themseleves into characters?
smoky adder
Oh thats interesting. Where can i find these individual things? cant seem to fin...
Once you open a book in the marketplace, you can see everything that book contains.
ornate kiln
is it common for people to put a ton of themseleves into characters?
it happens. a lot of players basically play themselves, while others play people who are very different to themselves
hard sedge
it happens. a lot of players basically play themselves, while others play people...
Dang man lol. I just give my characters my trauma lol
ornate kiln
also not unheard of. Roleplaying is sometimes used by people to deal with their issues in one way or another. totally fine unless it makes the game unfun for other players
zinc prairie
uhm im new and idk where to start
crude musk
?new
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zinc prairie
are spellcasters hard to play?
crude musk
They can be due to the fact they generally have more pieces of discrete information to track (spells)
zinc prairie
meh ill try and be one once I find a dm
hexed yoke
Hey i am new to dnd, any advice? I currently only have the app and need to read the free books as i currently can’t afford much. And i have 5 pairs of the 7 dice at the moment
crude musk
Check out this message @hexed yoke
smoky adder
Do you have these ones? 👀
https://www.dndbeyond.com/claim/dice/frostmaiden
zinc prairie
how long does it usually take to find a dm?
crude musk
It can take days, or weeks
copper halo
it took me a good long time, until college started up
hexed yoke
@crude musk thank you
zinc prairie
whats ddb
crude musk
D&D Beyond
The official digital toolset of D&D fifth edition (and owner of this server)
signal fog
Hello everyone
fossil torrent
Hello
fair condor
Hello
prisma oriole
granite notch
fossil torrent
What shall we speak of today
signal fog
This is suppose to be a channel for brand new players to DnD
crude musk
New to D&D or D&D Beyond? Got questions on how to get started? Ask them here! We ask people focus on the basics; more advanced questions can be asked in our other channels
fossil torrent
Aight
sturdy birch
What do we do here?
crude musk
New to D&D or D&D Beyond? Got questions on how to get started? Ask them here! We ask people focus on the basics; more advanced questions can be asked in our other channels
sturdy birch
Hello
native solstice
gilded summit
For other new players, how much of this did you have a handle on (as in knew w/o necessarily needing a "cheat sheet") before jumping into your first game/campaign? There's a lot going on with the various rules for various areas. I'm trying to find the balance between not waiting forever to start but also not holding back other people's fun because I'm totally clueless.
neon karma
For other new players, how much of this did you have a handle on (as in knew w/o...
I am like 10 sessions with like 3 different dms over a long period of time(at least 6 years). I just jumped in while still learning and getting experience as it goes i guess. But most of the people i am playing with are also new. so we are learning as we go. Whether official or homebrew.
gilded summit
Thanks!
glass summit
For other new players, how much of this did you have a handle on (as in knew w/o...
Don't worry about causing problems for other players. Everyone was new at one point. Just make sure its clear to everyone that you're new and learning and just need a little patience from everybody.
smoky adder
Yeah, most groups should be pretty understanding.
Try to get a good idea of what your character can do.
And if you’re not sure how best to respond to a situation, just focus on intent.
“I want to help my friend” or “I want to attack the monster” or “I want to protect myself”.
Once everyone else knows where you’re trying to go, they can help you get there.
gilded summit
Thanks for the advice!
royal kite
I am a new player and trying to set up a character sheet for a half orc paladin with an oath of conquest and i have no idea how to set it up, help please
smoky adder
Where are you stuck, exactly?
royal kite
How to build a character sheet and what to include
gritty quartz
i recommend, on top of ppl helping you, to watch q tutorial on youtube. it helped me a lot. there is many on youtube
smoky adder
How to build a character sheet and what to include
You can create one here on D&D Beyond for free. If you click “Show Help Text” before you start, it’ll walk you through each step of the process.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder
But the character builder really just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules in order. You can read those for free here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
candid sable
not sure if this is the correct channel but, how to i pronounce the druid cantrip Shillelagh
smoky adder
The Basic Rules include one free subclass for each class, but for Paladin, that’s Oath of Devotion.
Oath of Conquest can be found here in Xanathar’s Guide to Everything. You can buy just the subclass by itself if that’s all you’re after.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/marketplace/sourcebooks/xanathars-guide-to-everything
static zealot
not sure if this is the correct channel but, how to i pronounce the druid cantri...
I am 99% sure that it is pronounced "shill-lay-lee" (and 1% certain I am about to lose all internet street cred)
smoky adder
not sure if this is the correct channel but, how to i pronounce the druid cantri...
Google can sound it out for you here. Just click the little speaker icon.
https://www.google.com/search?q=shillelagh pronunciation
candid sable
thank you both
halcyon forge
"That Irish spell."
topaz garnet
Shill Lay Lay, or when being funny, shillylahg
gritty quartz
iirc there is more than 1 proper pronunciation but i personally also use shil lay lee
ashen pagoda
how long does it usually take to find a dm?
Some say....there's a player still sitting at a table from first edition...waiting for the day that a DM sits down at his table. Others say their spirit haunts Local Game Stores...encouraging everyone to DM so others do not share their fate 😛
simple goblet
It is mostly what we talk about in this server. D&D Beyond is an official toolset for D&D Fifth Edition after all
crude portal
is there a benefit to getting the players handbook on DDB or should i put that cash towards more sources?
pastel lichen
is there a benefit to getting the players handbook on DDB or should i put that c...
Imo get more content instead of paying twice for a source.
smoky adder
If you have a physical copy of the Player’s Handbook, you can use DDB’s homebrew tools to recreate that content for free. (For private use only, though; please don’t publish it.)
Or you can buy just the parts from it that you want to use, like a single subclass or the feat bundle.
Whatever you spend gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.
crude portal
So there is stuff I'm missing? It looks like I can access the whole book for free digitally. Missing some backgrounds/subclasses from the dropdowns? Why would a DM buy it? I have a 50% off from the physical copy
crude musk
The Basic Rules are free on D&D Beyond, but only include 1 subclass per class and if a race has subraces, one subrace. It also has one feat and not all the spells
Purchasing the Player's Handbook on DDB would give you all the options
Why would a DM buy it? If they have a master tier subscription they could share the book with their players (up to 12 per campaign, up to 5 campaigns)
But if you're not going to share it, having it as a reference resource could still be useful
crude portal
Thanks Davyd, that was really helpful. My idea is to invest more in DDB especially if AboveVTT keeps improving with its easy drag and drop from your purchased content
crude musk
Can't really comment on AboveVTT as it's a third party extension not officially supported by D&D Beyond (and I use roll20), but if you have any more questions about DDB, someone here will be sure to answer them
harsh egret
Howdy, I'm new to this server. I just migrated from the old D&D server
lapis kraken
hello , im new to the game and have no clue on how to play it can someone help me or send me a link for the rules?
pastel lichen
!new
inner thistle
?new
exotic remnantBOT
pastel lichen
ahhh its a question mark
lapis kraken
thank you
blazing star
Hi hi, so this place only for dnd beyond or can I find 5e stuff here too?
simple goblet
dnd beyond is a toolset for 5e, so you can chat about 5e stuff here 🙂
fallen surge
D&D Beyond is a digital toolset, for 5e
I believe you probably confused "D&D Beyond" with "One D&D"
D&D Beyond is a website, with a character creator, digital versions of all the books, searchable compendiums of the spells, magic items, and monsters, etc.
One D&D is the playtest material for the 2024 rules revamp
blazing star
Cool cool, still, place seems like it will be helpful regardless 🙂
I’m looking forward to playing the most basic character, a human fighter, cause vanilla is still a flavor
fallen surge
And starting in December, this will be the official discord for D&D as a whole, not just the one specific for D&D Beyond
blazing star
To be honest, I love versatility in both character and class, especially when it comes to story.
fallen surge
To be honest, I love versatility in both character and class, especially when it...
honestly, same. Fighters are extremely fun. I've played more than a few
blazing star
There is one joke I still love watching on YouTube.’ Oh, you’re playing a fighter, how basic, YOU HIT HOW MANY TIMES?!’
fallen surge
In my last campaign, I played an Echo Knight - Gloomstalker multiclass. At level 8 I was able to make 8 attacks in a single round
and that jumped to 10 attacks at level 14
blazing star
Ah, yes, nothing like melting bbegs in turn one XD
fallen surge
especially when you can apply Hunter's Mark on all 8 of them
blazing star
What I like about fighter, it makes combat easy and fun, which is a good thing cause I find rp just as important
fallen surge
agreed
pastel lichen
im guessing it was an action surge shenanigan ?
blazing star
To that end I think I got a petty neat back story for my first dnd character
Pretty
fallen surge
im guessing it was an action surge shenanigan ?
It involved stacking extra attack, Unleash Incarnation, and dread ambush, for 4 attacks in one action, then using action surge to double that to 8
because both Unleash Incarnation and Dread Ambush say "when you take the attack action" but do not specify that its only once per turn. So 2 attack actions means 2 uses
pastel lichen
nice
blazing star
Dnd is going to be fun
My wife is planning on making a tabaxi warlock first got, closest thing to a witch, and wanting to be a witch, well tabaxi made sense to her.
Her back story is simple, she accidentally blew up her shop and wants to rebuild it, so off to make some coin.
I love it, clean, simple, fits with any campaign easily
pastel lichen
nice, hope your first session is a 'blast'
blazing star
Haaaaa
If you want I’ll share my idea for my character, it’s a bit more complicated
pastel lichen
sure
fallen surge
If you want I’ll share my idea for my character, it’s a bit more complicated
If we're getting into character discussion, its probably a good idea to move the conversation to #character-discussion
blazing star
Kk
blazing star
Is this visible?
solemn light
Yes
blazing star
Okay I think I know what is it, they go invisible once I read them
pastel lichen
interesting. never seen that behaviour.
you using PC or mobile?
blazing star
Mobile
solemn light
Ah- see the arrow next to 'General D&D' at the top of the channel list? If it points down v (v GENERAL D&D) then it shows all. If it points > (> GENERAL D&D) then it hides read channels
Click 'General D&D' see if that changes things?
quasi geode
Would paladin be a good choice for first time playing?
pastel lichen
one of my players is a first timer and is having fun as a paladin
pastel lichen
spells can be a lot for some new players. paladins have a cool feature where you can just use your spell slots to smite things. smite is like an empowered Bonk.
my new pally player just uses that, says he will learn spells when he gets around to it.
quasi geode
Not sure when I might do my first game, but Thanks for the advice, probably making a paladin
mortal garden
Would paladin be a good choice for first time playing?
A lot of folks will say casters are harder to learn than a martial class like Paladin or Fighter - but honestly, I find new players learn best when they have a class they’re just excited to play. So if you are excited by Paladin, it’s a great place to start! But if it doesn’t interest you, I’d recommend taking a look at the other options. ✌🏼
halcyon forge
A lot of folks will say casters are harder to learn than a martial class like Pa...
They are harder to learn. I say that as someone who primarily plays them and whose first character was a Magic-User (because that's what the class was, alongside the Elf). Hard should never stop anyone though. Especially with D&D Beyond making tracking spells SO MUCH EASIER!
blazing star
It’s official, we ordered the 5e players handbook and we will be hunting for a DM after thanksgiving
iron jungle
Anything you need help with?
pastel lichen
My family ordered a DND game but we uh never played it
welcome to the DnD Party 🎉