What's up
#dnd-newcomers
silent pawn
boreal jasper
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bright yoke
u interested in being a player?? š
boreal jasper
I just thought I'd come on to this discord to try to find a campaign i havent played dnd before and id like to give it a try
boreal jasper
u interested in being a player?? š
ye
bright yoke
nice nicee
i'm pretty sure @loud barn had a space open in his campaign and he was looking for a player
loud barn
nod are you free on Wednesdays at 2PM PST/5PM EST? That's when we're playing.
boreal jasper
Not really I have a orientation at my new job then honestly before I play I have to workout my entire schedule
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D&D Beyond
loud barn
if you go to the links in question and fill out the form someone may snap you up for a game though š
silent pawn
Not really I have a orientation at my new job then honestly before I play I have...
I have tons of free time, you can just DM or ask me here anything about DnD
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loud barn
nod yep, always glad to help or give advice
boreal jasper
Ty guys
loud barn
No problem š
quasi lichen
What dnd applications does everyone use?
cobalt frigate
For...?
smoky adder
I use D&D Beyond for character sheets and books, Avrae for dice rolls and combat management, and Owlbear Rodeo for maps.
chilly ibex
hi there new here i have been looking at games people have been posting in the looking for players but when ever i try to veiw the submissions page it says i dont have the right role
smoky adder
You should be able to see them right here in Discord.
If not, head into your Discord settings > Text & Images, and make sure Embeds are enabled.
fiery cobalt
I think it means ācampaign final bossā but what does BBEG stand for?
cobalt frigate
Big Bad Evil Guy/Gal.
fiery cobalt
How did that become the widely used term and not something akin to Final Boss?
chilly ibex
not trying to make anyone take a super amount of time out of there day but i am new but very interested in trying to get into a game, i have a loose understanding of dand, ive played alot of board games and did a changing breeds campaign from world of darkness(though very homebrew) but it was alot of fun and like to try to play again i just doint know whwere to even start
cobalt frigate
not trying to make anyone take a super amount of time out of there day but i am ...
?new
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cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
chilly ibex
ok thank you i will
royal burrow
Yo where could i find a DM for a One piece campaign me and my friend wanna run, we have the ideas we just cant run it since we dont have a DM
cobalt frigate
I suspect that's going to be difficult because you're looking for a homebrew campaign based on an anime series. Even if there is one out there, they may not have any openings.
royal burrow
I suspect that's going to be difficult because you're looking for a homebrew cam...
yea ik ;-; but me and my friend wanna see this campaign through
cobalt frigate
DMs decide on what the campaign setting is, not the players.
royal burrow
fair enough, we both wanna play and our usual dm want to play this time so we dont have a dm for this
cobalt frigate
I've never seen One Piece so I have zero interest in a D&D homebrew setting based on it. And even if I was, I don't want to DM to Internet strangers.
DMs are hard to come by as it is so if you want to play this specific setting then someone has to volunteer to be the DM.
royal burrow
yea, and thatd be rare
sharp vortex
Plus it isn't even finished, so you don't have the whole picture
royal burrow
fair enough, we have from dressrosa to thriller bark
mellow linden
Do you guys think a player should describe their killing blows?
If so on every enemy or just important ones?
cobalt frigate
You can always let the player describe the killing blow a la the Matt Mercer "How do you want to do this?" for the killing blow
mellow linden
You can always let the player describe the killing blow a la the Matt Mercer "Ho...
But would you say that on every enemy or would that loose it's charm that way?
cobalt frigate
That's based on your table. Not every player wants to describe what their character does.
slow jasper
But would you say that on every enemy or would that loose it's charm that way?
If it's every 1/8 CR mook, it's probably going to get old fast. If it's more significant enemies, then probably fun
harsh pawn
I can confirm. 6 people is the max group size I wanna be in
still sigil
No clue what ur saying
sharp vortex
You took proficiency in deception, a charisma based skill, despite having a negative modifier in the relevant stat
harsh pawn
Lol I was confused as well till I read it
still sigil
Iāll fix it
harsh pawn
I have a character that basically casts moon beams from his eyes
harsh pawn
Lol owlin Druid order of stars
still sigil
Ok so what should i take proficiency in?
sharp vortex
Anything non charisma based, but its really up to you
still sigil
Being?
still sigil
Ok
fiery cobalt
I can confirm. 6 people is the max group size I wanna be in
Why not 20?
harsh pawn
Why not 20?
Because I played in a group of 13 and I wanted to Kurt go bang myself
still sigil
Would athletics be dex
harsh pawn
No thatās strength
still sigil
Ok
fiery cobalt
Because I played in a group of 13 and I wanted to Kurt go bang myself
Thatās hilarious, did you make that up yourself?
still sigil
Arcana or history
still sigil
So a sage
harsh pawn
I would
still sigil
Crap i have to rewrite notes
harsh pawn
Or go bounty hunter
still sigil
Where do I find that
harsh pawn
Background
still sigil
Yeah its not there
harsh pawn
Itās called ā urban bounty hunter ā I do believe
still sigil
No
harsh pawn
Hmmmm
still sigil
Its not there
harsh pawn
Unless you are looking at the basics hold on
Go spy/ criminal
For your stealth bonus
still sigil
THATS WHAT IT WAS
still sigil
BRUH
harsh pawn
Rawrš
still sigil
I DELETED HALF OF MY NOTES
harsh pawn
When I make characters I use rpgbot.com
still sigil
Fair enough
harsh pawn
Iāll take slices from there then add flavor
still sigil
Ok
harsh pawn
This is my best flavor character. I normally donāt play melee classes Iām normally spell casting
harsh pawn
Well that boy right there is a beefy one
buoyant moss
Higher stats on that one, 15 lowest. Real beefy, but still died? I see the failed death rolls.
lyric fjord
suggestions for Artificer (creating one)
harsh pawn
Lol yeaa I killed him off on purpose
harsh pawn
suggestions for Artificer (creating one)
rpgbot.com helps me build characters
lyric fjord
rpgbot.com helps me build characters
i want to learn how@to do it on paper and stuff
i rolled my stats and most them are good
harsh pawn
i want to learn how@to do it on paper and stuff
Well it gives you all the stuff but it you wanna do it on paper then youāll need to loo up racial stats in the handbook and stuff
lyric fjord
idk why but everything i make has a 9 in strength
lyric fjord
Well it gives you all the stuff but it you wanna do it on paper then youāll need...
hey
thatās racist
:c
harsh pawn
?
buoyant moss
Artificers use explosives right?
buoyant moss
A Dwarven artificer who carries a backpack that 'dwarfs him' to carry explosives sounds funny.
harsh pawn
Thatās something I wanna make
buoyant moss
Imagining him trying to dig through the backpack makes it all the better.
real gorge
hello i just got here
harsh pawn
Hola
real gorge
quick question why isnt artificer in the book i hear alot of people talk about it but can only find it on dnd beyond
buoyant moss
And you can say for backstory, he was a explosives miner. Who accidentally caused a cave in, killing a few dwarves so he got cast out for like 20 years or whatever for a journey of repentance.
harsh pawn
It wasnāt an original class
buoyant moss
And a fairy barbarian, is it a really small fairy or not quite a halfling?
real gorge
It wasnāt an original class
ah ok thank you
harsh pawn
ah ok thank you
I might be wrong though
buoyant moss
I've seen cases where fairies are like finger sized and others which are like forearm sized
harsh pawn
I mean like tiny sized
lyric fjord
Artificers use explosives right?
hm
idk much but
maybe if you strap a firework to a arrow
real gorge
I've seen cases where fairies are like finger sized and others which are like fo...
sorry to jump in on the convo but tiny can range from 2 feet to anything below right? if thats the case a 3 inch fairy shouldnt be able to carry most weapons how should i balance this?
buoyant moss
sorry to jump in on the convo but tiny can range from 2 feet to anything below r...
That's what I'm meaning.
A 3 inch fairy can't be anything but a cleric or magic caster
harsh pawn
Exactly.. itās a bogus character
real gorge
smalls cant weild heavys and tinies cant weild normal so it kinda limits fairies to be a monk or bard
harsh pawn
Like a Giant rogue
buoyant moss
Can't wield anything at 3 inches though... fairies have generally better magic than most races so clerics or magic caster would make sense..
real gorge
when my characters die in my campaigns i make them reroll races so its a random one (this player used the spell to make him rise as a different race if he died due to wild magic)
harsh pawn
Can't wield anything at 3 inches though... fairies have generally better magic t...
Which makes it a bogus character
real gorge
Can't wield anything at 3 inches though... fairies have generally better magic t...
i think a monk is a funny option tbh
buoyant moss
I don't see how a fairy can be a bard when most instruments will still be like 10 inches at least
real gorge
I don't see how a fairy can be a bard when most instruments will still be like 1...
doesnt have to be instruments
buoyant moss
Which makes it a bogus character
Sure, it's bogus.. but what Weapon could you even wield.
Acapella?
real gorge
cant it be voice?
harsh pawn
Daggers
real gorge
making your players sing would be kinda funny
rocky solar
I don't see how a fairy can be a bard when most instruments will still be like 1...
Just simply enlarge your hands
real gorge
tooth picks and lock picks
buoyant moss
Just simply enlarge your hands
Then how fly? They'd be some strong wings.
harsh pawn
Lol thatās the name of my bugbear barbarian
rocky solar
Then how fly? They'd be some strong wings.
Just simply donāt fall
buoyant moss
I've heard what you meant, I'm not discussing in actuality. Only theoretical.
ebon lava
sup gamers
rocky solar
So question can character things like them being a clown affect a situation?
harsh pawn
Yes
rocky solar
Sweet
harsh pawn
If you play a character based off a background or something could change party opinion
real gorge
I use a Reincarnate spell (i made it a d100 with a bunch of cool races and homebrews) and he got a fairy when I died he was a bard level 5 and a monk level 1 and my dm let me keep my levels so im a fairy that has 19 ac due to lucky rolls and the monk ability of wisdom and dex
kinda broken
well not broken but hillarious
but my dm also plays with the rule where if your a tiny race players have disadvantage on ranges weapons when attacking
but also made it so i cant grapple anything thats larger than 1 size larger than you
rocky solar
So I thought of a real stupid gimmick to do with my first character with it being that his whole thing is that he just grabs Random things to attack enemies with.
harsh pawn
Depends on race
real gorge
So I thought of a real stupid gimmick to do with my first character with it bein...
MOON NIGHT
with the random bull stuff good (idk if cussing is allowed i just got here)
rocky solar
Depends on race
?
winged trout
but my dm also plays with the rule where if your a tiny race players have disadv...
I don't like that
can you at least use a hand crossbow
harsh pawn
?
Like if you choose a goblin to start throwing chairs around it wonāt be as good as like a leonin or a bugbear
rocky solar
Like if you choose a goblin to start throwing chairs around it wonāt be as good ...
Ok I was just wondering if you were talking to me, I chose human
harsh pawn
Ok I was just wondering if you were talking to me, I chose human
Then yea you should be fine
Just make sure to get bonuses in athletics
rocky solar
And I gotta say, I feel like a genius coming up with this gimmick because it gave me the best idea for a background
real gorge
I don't like that
can you at least use a hand crossbow
oh sorry other races have disadvatange on ranged attacks
not races sorry characters enemies and so forth
winged trout
ok I guess thatmakes sense, lol
rocky solar
Since my character I came up with is a paladin I came up with the genius idea of
Religious clown
harsh pawn
Seeeeee now that could roll into some conflict
real gorge
ima head out fun talking enjoy your nights everyone
harsh pawn
Gn
rocky solar
ima head out fun talking enjoy your nights everyone
GN
forgot about the no cursing rule
lean jewel
Does anyone know a free pdf editor on pc? Trying to make my character sheet
rocky solar
Ahem, the idea of a traveling circus clown who is also a paladin tickles my brain In just the right way
harsh pawn
Does anyone know a free pdf editor on pc? Trying to make my character sheet
Beats me
lean jewel
I have the pdfs I'm just looking for a good software to use to edit them instead of printing them out
harsh pawn
Upload them into Microsoft word maybe?
Iām not technical enough for that
My saving grace D&D beyond
thorny pasture
I have the pdfs I'm just looking for a good software to use to edit them instead...
Adobe Acrobat
There is a free version that should work
harsh pawn
Is there a channel that gives me tips on how to be a DM?
Oh I let it put all that in for me
thorny pasture
Is there a channel that gives me tips on how to be a DM?
harsh pawn
Ah
harsh pawn
<#540597424692002878> ?
If it was a snake it wouldāve bit me
Lol look I got 2 brain cells fighting for 3rd place I need all the help I can get
lean jewel
Adobe Acrobat
I'm looking at Adobe acrobat, all I'm seeing is free trial for pro edition
harsh pawn
Use that free trial then unsubscribe right before it ends
thorny pasture
I'm looking at Adobe acrobat, all I'm seeing is free trial for pro edition
Download Adobe Acrobat Reader
You need to specify Reader I believe to get their free offering
lean jewel
Can reader edit pdfs?
lean jewel
Ah. Okay
Of all the difficult things for getting into dnd, it's getting a pdf editor lol
harsh pawn
Lol I just have a dear friend who prints it all for me when I send him the digital one
lean jewel
I couldn't find any pdf editors on my computer, the only thing that popped up was Microsoft edge
neon plinth
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stark island
Just making sure I'm getting this right
With a level 1 druid for example, you already know all the 1st level spells, you're just limited to which ones you prepared? I wasn't sure if there was a constraint on how many spells you can know
ornate kiln
yes, you can chose from all level 1 druid spells in the game when you prepare your spells after a long rest (with your level 1 Druid)
stark island
Alright, thank you
runic tiger
hey, trying to find a group of people to play with but i cant find any, any suggestions on where i can find a group perhaps?
timid terrace
you could ask around in your local game shops if they have a game night or look on reddit - those are two pretty efficient ways you could try!
runic tiger
thank you! ill try on reddit cuz where i live they dont have a clue on what dnd even is š
ornate kiln
/lfg is the subreddit name
timid terrace
exactly
ornate kiln
roll20.net also has a lot of games
woeful mist
How do I add a roll bot to my DND server?
echo kelp
Well usually the bot you chose to use has a website with instructions on how to install and use it
ornate kiln
its all explained on this website
echo kelp
(I wasn't sure if they were using Avrae or some other dice rolling bot)
ornate kiln
fair, the way i read it, he hadnt chosen a bot yet, so I linked the most obvious one I could think of
crude musk
What are you trying to accomplish?
echo kelp
For Avrae? Check in #ddb-avrae-commands to run commands
woeful mist
Make a post looking for a playier
echo kelp
?looking
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D&D Beyond
woeful mist
Thx
full sleet
i have acquired a set of dice today
fresh fable
Then today is a good day š I just acquired a new dice tray
full sleet
awesome
harsh fjord
hey, trying to find a group of people to play with but i cant find any, any sugg...
In addition to the LFG channels here, you can check various Discords (many D&D YouTubers have public ones with channels to find players/games, for example), MeetUp, Facebook, forums (D&DBeyond, Demiplane, Roll20, Fantasy Grounds), Reddit (r/LFG, r/roll20LFG, r/DnDLFG, r/LFG_Europe), StartPlaying, and Warhorn.
lyric fjord
I just finished my first charecter sheet, and although I have it filled out I am wondering if there's any advice on how to keep it looking clean/as to how I can fit all the information I'll have to put on it eventually. I know it's a silly question, but I figured I'd ask. Organization is important to me.
harsh fjord
Is this a physical sheet or digital?
lyric fjord
Physical
harsh fjord
Maybe check out alternative character sheets? (You can find free ones on DMsGuild and probably elsewhere too.) You might find a design that makes it easier to keep things in their appropriate places.
I used to use physical, but Iāve been playing online exclusively the past few years. Going digital made organizing much easier on that score.
lyric fjord
I've been considering going digital after a bit, thank you!
harsh fjord
To be clear, I was talking about printing out a different version of the character sheet. If you go entirely digital, I believe your options grow from there. Some folks use tools like Google Docs and Excel to organize character sheet info. Just searching Reddit for āorganize character sheetā turned up a number of promising threads.
lyric fjord
Thanks š
slow jasper
There's a ton of jargon and terminology in this game. Here's a good resource: https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1026-common-terms-new-dungeons-dragons-players-should
sharp vortex
oof
harsh pawn
I then proceeded to run them over this morning
rigid estuary
harsh pawn
Lol no the dice shattered
loud barn
Well...honestly that's probably better than the alternative. I mean still sucks, but dice are easy to replace. Tires less so
woeful mist
anyone has a good online map maker for a dm?
harsh pawn
Lol this was my expensive set
woeful mist
like battle maps
harsh pawn
anyone has a good online map maker for a dm?
Lol I know this is gonna be strange. But I use an app on steam called talespire. Itās a little expensive but I create interactive battle maps that can have hidden doors and everything.
harsh pawn
Lol then roll20 maybe?
woeful mist
like i dont know how to create maps from that like i want from scratch and it sais i need a file
like i dont get roll 20
woeful mist
dungeon scrawl
ok this seems way easier
spice robin
@woeful mist I have switched to using Dungeon Alchemy For my D&D games and Chronospire for my modern/future games.
spice robin
Sorry yes Ai driven Map making program
Its pretty killer so far and they are updating it alot. I used it to make mostly all my battle maps and then export as top down. I use FGU for my VTT so it also imports all the line Sight and walls for me.
fiery cobalt
I apparently dropped my dice bag out of my truck
Darn, where they ornate and expensive dice or just regular or edible?
harsh pawn
Orante with little skulls in them
fiery cobalt
Darn, I can tell you where to find some oogie boogie d6s if it helps.
fiery cobalt
Darn, I can tell you where to find some oogie boogie d6s if it helps.
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vague salmon
Just curious, how does one cheat in this game?
dapper gulch
Generally by lying.
ornate kiln
yeah people who cheat either hide their dice roll and lie about them or they lie about whats on their sheets
paper bison
Rolling dice then picking it up really fast and saying something different than what they rolled.
dapper gulch
Yeah a lot of the common ones are often immediately obvious.
paper bison
Had a player that added 1 to everything they rolled. It was almost unnoticed until it wasnāt.
dapper gulch
Thatās a sneaky one. Iāve only encountered one or two cheaters at my public games. Often a reminder that theyāre ruining the game for themselves followed by a āhey next time this happens youāre getting the bootā clears it right up.
paper bison
I am looking to start running an adventures league game at my local artisans guild, any tips on what I can do to set it up smoothly
dapper gulch
Establish a code of conduct! Make sure people read and agree to those before they ever sit down with a character sheet.
paper bison
Thisāll be in a small town so I donāt expect many people to show up, but thatās a good idea to start with.
dapper gulch
Ha. Youāll be surprised. We had close to twenty show up when we started ours a few years back.
Offer up one or two DMs and people will show up in droves.
paper bison
Well Iām gonna be the sole DM most likely. Just looking to set up this as a place to play
Should I provide dice for players that donāt have any? Like maybe offer up a generic set for first time players?
timid terrace
So I want to host my first campaign but my friends don't have characters yet - should I make them character to play or should I help them make their own personalized ones so they know how to create them? I don't really know if they'll like the character they would get and if they are motivated to roleplay them..
timid terrace
Should I provide dice for players that donāt have any? Like maybe offer up a gen...
and yeah - maybe you'll just get 2-3 sets of pretty cheap dice so you'll be safe
paper bison
I would make back up characters in case. Like a generic fighter, monk, rogue. Maybe walk them through the creation process
dapper gulch
Should I provide dice for players that donāt have any? Like maybe offer up a gen...
Iāve used the chessex pound of dice for years for this reason. Cheap dice I donāt care about that players return at the end of the session.
paper bison
I might see if the guild Iām a part of will buy some cheap sets that new players can just take home with them if they want.
dapper gulch
Thatās generous of you!
paper bison
I want people to come back, plus this is going to be part of a community growth project Iām a part of.
silent pawn
So I want to host my first campaign but my friends don't have characters yet - s...
Have Session 0 where you all just make characters and if you have time remaining start the campaign
steady ember
So I want to host my first campaign but my friends don't have characters yet - s...
Maybe ask your players which one they prefer. They might be intimidated by character creation, or they may be excited by it.
split knoll
So I want to host my first campaign but my friends don't have characters yet - s...
I find that new players sometimes like being handed a character, it's closer to how rpg videogames are, look at the witcher, mass effect, pretty much every jrpg etc
You're handed a character and the game says you're a super cool monster hunter/space soldier/anime girl, go be that. Even elder scrolls to an extent with you being the prophesied reincarnated god or Dragonborn, even the oblivion MC was foretold to the emperor.
It's easy to roleplay when you know who the character is, and it's hard to think of characters.
That said, some players love making up their own OC (do not steal) and playing as them. So as always communicate first, maybe a mixed solution is better
timid terrace
could all of you help me ?
sure, what do you need help with?
split knoll
?new
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nimble blade
I need help with making a character
split knoll
This is the basic info you should read
silent pawn
I need help with making a character
What's up
split knoll
I need help with making a character
The second link is the most important one since you said you have the phb already
And the third is exactly what you're asking about
warm dome
I have never played before so will it be hard to find a group that wants an extra player?
silent pawn
I have never played before so will it be hard to find a group that wants an extr...
Not really, a lot of people are welcoming of new players
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
silent pawn
Try your luck
warm dome
@silent pawn Really, that is good to hear! Thanks
silent pawn
<@242326593056276481> Really, that is good to hear! Thanks
Most do expect you to at least have read the basic rules
grim yacht
I tried finding one today but didn't realise I had to pay the place to let me in a group as a beginner
Also hello there
clear dragon
hello there
grim yacht
So how does this server work? Do people organise campaigns n stuff?
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D&D Beyond
cobalt frigate
how can i learn it
?new
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cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
cunning plinth
tysm
rocky solar
On average how worth is buying a hand book?
smoky adder
That depends on what youāre looking to get out of it.
The free Basic Rules contain everything you need to know on how to play the game, most of it taken directly from the Playersā Handbook itself.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
What itās missing is the full breadth of character options.
fluid inlet
how do i find a group to play wit
rocky solar
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
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unkempt cypress
havent played yet š
cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
tardy shell
Me to
vale glacier
Hello :)
compact owl
heys
silent pawn
hi
worn pagoda
hello š
steep zealot
hello š
im new to the whole D&D and its beyond my era. in my generation D&D isn't huge unlike FPS or MMORPG but i like trying new things and i hope some of yall could him š
silent pawn
is this gen alpha?
steep zealot
nope Z
simple goblet
I don't believe gen alpha are old enough to have Discord accounts
simple goblet
No, wait the eldest will be able to get them this year. That's only mildly terrifying
crude musk
Also age/generation is irrelevant to D&D, it's a game enjoyed across what may be the widest range of demographics
steep zealot
i think they would be about 13 or 12 but very young to have discord
yea true
but rare
mostly now gen alpha rather play Br or Fps or popular sandbox games
i actually enjoy mmorpg and i came across D&D ive heard of it but never really understood it and then came across it again
blissful cove
DnD is probably a direct upgrade from MMORPGs and Roguelike games. you know how those games present you with decisions to choose from? imagine that but now there are no specific decisions you have to choose from. you can make your own decisions.
a roguelike gives a choice between 3 things you can say, but in DnD you type in an answer (so to speak), instead of choosing from a list.
proper iris
hi
jaunty marsh
Hi, im pretty new to dnd and saving throws still really confuse me. Can someone help me with them a bit?
sharp vortex
what's confusing you?
jaunty marsh
Mostly what stats im supposed to use for all attacks, i only think to use dexterity everywhere because i find it the most fitting,
sharp vortex
That depends what weapon you are using. Unless you have a feat or a weapon trait that is letting you, it is strength modifier plus your proficiency bonus to attacks assuming you are using a weapon you are proficient in. In order to use dexterity as a modifier, you would need to have a ranged or finesse weapon
plain magnet
Saving throws are rolls you make to avoid something bad happening to you.
Attack rolls are a different thing.
dapper gulch
Mostly what stats im supposed to use for all attacks, i only think to use dexter...
Generally the effect that causes a saving throw to be made calls out which stat is to be used.
For example, the Charm Person spell says the target needs to make a Wisdom saving throw.
plain magnet
If someone's attacking you with a weapon, typically you don't have to roll anything, they just have to roll against your Armor Class.
jaunty marsh
Oh, that makes sense now. Damn how did i not get that
I understand attack rolls and armor class.
Thanks everyone
plain magnet
I'm glad someone was able to answer your question š Feel free to ask if anything else comes up
brisk chasm
Heyo! Iām not necessarily NEW to D&D, Iāve been playing on and off for about a year, but was thinking of making a new character. Iām having trouble figuring out what class and race to pick, so I kinda just want people to start throwing ideas at me :]
Also, never made a character on my own before, any good resource to help with things like deciding items and dice rolls?
sharp vortex
are you doing it digitally or in paper? also, more a discussion for #1045165827068002374
brisk chasm
Oh, thank you! Did not see that, Iāll head over there right now :]
nimble blade
HI
fiery cobalt
What are some ooze related/adjacent spells?
I donāt know what channel this should go in but this one feels alright.
fresh fable
What are some ooze related/adjacent spells?
I donāt know what channel this shoul...
What are you trying to do? You can reflavour spells as long as you donāt change them mechanically or if your a sorcerer you can get the transmuted spell meta magic and change the damage type
fiery cobalt
Something Homebrew, but this didnāt feel like a āonly Homebrewā question.
fresh fable
I could prob reflavour lots of spells to be ooze related is this for a plasmoid character
sharp vortex
Could do a spell similar to the Wand of Viscous globs that does acid damage
but this is likely more a homebrew discussion at this point
fiery cobalt
Could do a spell similar to the Wand of Viscous globs that does acid damage
Is the Wand of Viscous globs a magic item in the DMās guide?
sharp vortex
it is a magic item from the Out of the Abyss adventure
fiery cobalt
Hmm, can I ask here what it does?
cobalt frigate
It shoots out sticky gobs of goo
sharp vortex
it's viscid, sorry, not viscous. But yeah, it shoots a glob of material that restrains people on a hit
fiery cobalt
Hmmā¦
hollow flint
Ok so Iām brand new to dnd and I was wondering if I could just make a character that was essentially Ryan Reynolds
dapper gulch
What kind of abilities would you expect Ryan Reynolds to have?
errant tendon
not even deadpool, just ryan reynolds
blissful cove
i meaaaan. bard or sorcerer...
long cloak
Where should I go to look for a group to play online with? Anyone willing to help me learn D&D would be great.
crude musk
?looking
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nimble blade
Any idea's for a dnd campain#
frigid helm
LMoP is pretty good.
bold salmon
Ok so Iām brand new to dnd and I was wondering if I could just make a character ...
Samurai fighter with 3 levels in cleric or a ring of regeneration if your campaign is high enough level
fiery cobalt
Any idea's for a dnd campain#
When Iām doubt, just rip off your favorite movie.
sharp vortex
man, I realized after I introduced a big plot point to players, one that's mostly in lore, that I made lord of the rings.
fiery cobalt
Hehehehe.
gritty leaf
Hello everyone
fiery cobalt
Goodbye everyone.
gritty leaf
Itās Games workshop all over again....
sharp vortex
not really sure what you are referring to, but I have an inkling it belongs more in #ogl-discussion-archive
gritty leaf
No was saying that you say hello at games workshop local to me and everyone ignores you because they donāt like newcomers lol how are you anyways
sharp vortex
ahhhh, that makes sense
fiery cobalt
Hehehehehe.
gritty leaf
My apologies for the confusion
sharp vortex
all good, I'm doing well, hope you are as well
gritty leaf
Yeah Iām great thank you
fiery cobalt
Iām kinda hungry.
cobalt frigate
Perhaps move this to #non-dnd-topics ?
fiery cobalt
Iām air frying something currently.
crude musk
OldManYellingAtClouds is correct, this isn't on-topic for this channel, and all things off topic should be discussed in #non-dnd-topics please
gritty leaf
But Iām a newcomer.......or would you propose I would be rude off the bat and constantly ask questions to learn dnd or ale small talk first then simply ask.......where to start ?
gritty leaf
True but considering Iāve literally just joined the server didnāt want to be rude....... where do I start then lol
fresh fable
Check the pins for the dnd game rules
And ask any question you like the hive mind of nerds will swarm to your aid
gritty leaf
Have the rules changed at all recently ? Iāve bought a rule book online earlier
crude musk
They haven't changed in the last 9 years
gritty leaf
Good stuff, are there newcomer friendly games available here and there ?
fiery cobalt
Ye
fresh fable
#looking-for-players just be patient it can take a while to find a game
cobalt frigate
?new @tropic crane
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tropic crane
thanks !
cobalt frigate
thanks !
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
agile knoll
Hey quick question is there a newcomers/ new to DND Lfg anywhere?
echo kelp
Not specifically that I'm aware of - here they treat them just as any other individual looking for a game.
Some games might advertise themselves as being new player friendly.
Generally many groups are fine taking on new to D&D players as long as the player has made a good faith effort to read and understand the basic rules or at a minimum understand how their character works. Then just be willing to continue to learn and fit in well with the rest of the group.
agile knoll
Generally many groups are fine taking on new to D&D players as long as the playe...
So where do DMs look for games then
I'm not exactly smart if it's right in front of me, mb
echo kelp
#looking-for-players is where DM's look for players for their games
#750812887697588356 is where players/groups post that they're looking for DMs
#looking-for-community is where other Discord servers that have online D&D play post.
agile knoll
<#750813601358676008> is where DM's look for players for their games
<#750812887...
Thanks
light pebble
anybody feel like helping me build a Cleric character
echo kelp
Folks in #1045166392174972938 or #1045166845688287292 can help you out.
split knoll
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fringe hazel
Hello people, does anyone know of any good websites that can create 3d characters with a diverse library of options. Looking to create black or ethnic looking characters.
Any help would be much appreciated
echo kelp
Heroforge?
mortal garden
Heroforge has some great options these days. It certainly has gotten better.
I also believe one of the founders of Heroforge is an Asian man butā¦ I need to check that.
sonic grotto
Hello! Im new to D&D but have been a huge fan of critical role for years and have always wanted to play in my own campaign. If there is anyone here who could help me and teach me the ropes of D&D for beginners that would be greatly appreciated. Any and all helpful tips or advice is welcome from character creation go general gameplay! DMS are open for conversations and advice. Thanks! -hopefull newcomer
Not yet. Theres not many book stores around me so i have to order it. But will be buying a rulebook.
Unless thats not what u meant
cobalt frigate
Hello! Im new to D&D but have been a huge fan of critical role for years and hav...
?new
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cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
inner thistle
You can always check out the pins in this channel! There are a bunch of links to help out!
sonic grotto
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creatio...
I definatly will! They are who got me into d&d so iv always been intruiged just no one around me or within my friend group who is willing to set aside time to play
inner thistle
Fo a new group, there is also the Adventue Lost Mines of Phandelver free on D&D Beyondwhich is made with new players and DM's in mind :)
median agate
heyo! just a quick question. How difficult do you guys think an artificer is to play for someone who is rather new? ^^
inner thistle
Outside of understanding how the infusions work not to hard honestly imo
Says the person that has artificer as his favorite character class
median agate
pff itās become favorite class too but thank you so much!!
lyric fjord
Hello everyone āŗļø
main hedge
Hello everyone, I'm a dnd noob and I just wanted to ask about character race movement speeds. I think I saw somewhere that they will be leveling the field so to speak on slower races, like a bump up for dwarves and other height challenged folk. Does anyone know if this is true/when it might be implemented? Thanks
silver comet
Im really new to DnD like really new, is there a basic tutorial about how things work?
median agate
Im really new to DnD like really new, is there a basic tutorial about how things...
thereās a basic rules sourcebook where everything should be explained. idk how to link you to it bc Iām not allowed to send anything yet ^^ but you can probably find a pdf on the internet too
silver comet
thank you!
inner thistle
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inner thistle
Bunch of usefull links for newcommers š ^^
fresh fable
heyo! just a quick question. How difficult do you guys think an artificer is to ...
https://youtu.be/ta-E8u2QM5w guide to playing an Artificer
median agate
oh thank you!!
dim radish
I'm looking at hit dice for cleric, what does 1d8 per cleric level mean?
Does it mean that I get 2d8 as a lvl 2?
fresh fable
Itās a pool of self healing you can use on a short rest
silent pawn
Does it mean that I get 2d8 as a lvl 2?
Yes, per short rest you can throw however many hit dice you have to recover that amount of hp, so if you are level 5, you have 5 hit dice which you can expend. Eg. I roll my hit dice which is a d8 due to me being a cleric and i get a 5. I recover 5 hp during the short rest.
You can throw multiple hit dice as long as you have them. Eg I throw two d8 and get a 5 and a 8 which means I recover a total of 13 hp. You regain all your hit dice after a long rest
fresh fable
Half your hit dice
hybrid coyote
hey, which bestiary should i get?
fresh fable
Depends what your after?
austere juniper
Does it mean that I get 2d8 as a lvl 2?
Hitdice have 2 uses.
First one is, that you can Roll them in short Rest to regain Hitpoints,
Secoundly, is a creatures Maximum Hitpoints dependent on their hitdice.
At First lvl you allways get max value of hitdice+constitution modifier.
Any lvls you Take after First you either Roll the dice and gain number rolled+Con Mod to your max HP, or you Take average + Con Mod.
Average is Always max Roll divided by 2, plus one
So e.g. a d8 is (8/2)+1 which equals 5
timid terrace
question... does the dm make the map and the players choose which characters they want to play, or do the players choose which characters they want to play and then the dm makes the map for the characters?
i had a pretty neat idea for making a map with.. well, locations that represent their fears, but that'll probably take some time because of the writing of the backstories.. for example, the barbarian has a fear of cats - there would be lots of cats in the town, so the barbarian is overwhelmed while the other pc's are confused what's making him feel scared
sharp vortex
typically the latter, but the map doesn't have to be inherently based on characters or vice versa
timid terrace
alright, thank you! 
nimble blade
Anyone there
crude musk
There are presumably people who are dipping in and out of this channel, do you have a question about getting started with D&D?
nimble blade
no
crude musk
Okay, well that's the purpose of this channel, so you might wanna try a different channel in that case
crude musk
I don't know, you haven't said what it is you need help with
crude musk
However, do keep in mind that this channel is for getting started with D&D, so if it's not related to that, you might wanna check out #channel-guide to see what channel would be a better place to ask
crude musk
What part of it?
nimble blade
Like how to get xp
silent pawn
So basically there are 2 different ways of leveling up
nimble blade
ok
silent pawn
Milestone which is basically your DM deciding when you level up eg. completing a quest etc
and exp way in which you gain a certain amount of exp for monsters you defeat
crude musk
You get XP by playing the game
silent pawn
or complete quests
crude musk
Your DM will award it when you overcome challenges
subtle compass
typically XP is awarded for resolving encounters - not all encounters are combat; they can be puzzles, traps, social situations, environmental hazards, or anything that involves decision making and usually dice rolls
nimble blade
I still don't how to get armour level's
silent pawn
Depends on your class.
silent pawn
I still don't how to get armour level's
Different armor will get different AC (armour level)
subtle compass
armor class is determined by equipment, spells, and class features
nimble blade
What if your class is half-elf
silent pawn
If you could tell us what class/race you are, it would be much easier to tell you what you can do
silent pawn
What if your class is half-elf
that's a race
crude musk
What if your class is half-elf
That's a race, not a class
silent pawn
class is like wizard, fighter etc
nimble blade
My class is ranger
simple goblet
It may be worth you re-reading the Basic Rules to familiarise yourself with them
silent pawn
My class is ranger
What armour do you have?
nimble blade
?
silent pawn
Do you have leather armour?
Or scale mail?
or have you not made the character fully yet?
nimble blade
I haven't made my character fully yet
crude musk
You should read the basic rules more like Lionn suggested
nimble blade
ok
crude musk
silent pawn
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nimble blade
How do you get armour
plain magnet
you buy it, or it comes with your starting equipment
plain magnet
yw!
crude musk
@terse sage is there a reason you've posted a link to another message?
regal tree
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nimble blade
Hi I'm Back
silent pawn
Hi I'm Back
hi
void gorge
Hi back I'm dad
dapper gulch
Hi back I'm dad
A dad? In D&D? Run quickly before you become part of someoneās tragic backstory.
jolly crest
Most dad's are either villains to a party member.
Dead for tragic backstory.
Dead for backatory.
atomic bridge
heya people im new here, literally just finished my first character, just wondering if anyone had any tips for where to start? i dont really wanna jump right into someones campaign without knowing the rules and stuff you know?
fresh fable
heya people im new here, literally just finished my first character, just wonder...
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQMqiULo_05OiKZgfz7hi_Gvw9hftY0LD good playlist of the rules
atomic bridge
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQMqiULo_05OiKZgfz7hi_Gvw9hftY0LD good playli...
Thank you
I was also wondering, on my ability score roles, I'm not sure if it's broken or not but my wisdom roll doesn't seem to be right
I rolled a 15 on wisdom, and it says the total Is 1, and I've tried reloading it and stuff but
dapper gulch
I was also wondering, on my ability score roles, I'm not sure if it's broken or ...
I donāt recommend rolling your stats until after youāve joined a game. The DM may not even allow for it, and the vast majority that do allow it ask that it be done with them present.
Making a character is a great way to dive in and learn the rules, but itās best to consider it practice until youāre in a game and know what rules your DM chooses to use.
atomic bridge
I donāt recommend rolling your stats until *after* youāve joined a game. The DM ...
ah okay thank you, i appreciate all the help
lusty temple
anyone able to teach me how to play in a vc? I just started and would like to learn!
oh
No
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silent pawn
anyone able to teach me how to play in a vc? I just started and would like to le...
I could help you in DMs if you have any questions
cobalt frigate
?new @deft prism
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deft prism
Thank you
cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
deft prism
Thank you is roll20 a good place to find a group
cobalt frigate
?looking
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cobalt frigate
?new @calm patio
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cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
smoky adder
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deft flint
ive never played dnd but i got an amazon gift card so i was wondering if i should get into it with my friends (we play a lot of board games)
i was wondering if theres any specific starter pack i should buy
and if i could just keep making up new scenarios with that map and stuff
and does the game cap at 6 people?
thanks
smoky adder
Welcome!
If youāre looking specifically for a starter pack, Dragon of Icespire Peak would be my recommendation.
But you can also get itās predecessor, Lost Mine of Phandelver, for free on D&D Beyond.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/lmop
In which case you could look into things like the Playerās Handbook or the Dungeon Masterās Guide instead.
As for the number of players, thereās no real limit, but the game tends to work best with 4-6 players, plus the DM.
compact bloom
Hello
deft flint
But you can also get itās predecessor, Lost Mine of Phandelver, for free on D&D ...
by the way, do i print this stuff out? the free version
i'll most likely get Icespire though
smoky adder
I just use them there on the website, personally.
deft flint
Icespire wouldnt work with 8 ppl (including the dm) though would it
smoky adder
Youād probably need to adjust some things.
Add extra enemies or buff their health, for example.
But yeah, itās doable.
deft flint
thanks!
smoky adder
The book itself says this:
You can run Dragon of Icespire Peak for as few as one player or as many as five players. Each player starts with a 1st-level character.
smoky adder
Yeah, you can.
deft flint
thanks!
compact bloom
Sorry to ask im new to the server and dnd in general and im not sure what to do here
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smoky adder
But if youāve got any specific questions, feel free to ask!
compact bloom
I got a taste of what dnd was kinda like thx to my older brother but im just am wondering if theres a way to connect with ppl my actual age
glass summit
I got a taste of what dnd was kinda like thx to my older brother but im just am ...
You're certainly not the first person to ask exactly that in this thread. I don't exactly know any surefire methods. I'd start by asking at libraries, at your school and youth groups
The perfect solution is that you know some people that would be willing to give it a go, but I know that is often unrealistic
compact bloom
You're certainly not the first person to ask exactly that in this thread. I don'...
Im a introvert big time and my friends are the kind of ppl who summon demons not play DND
glass summit
Summoning demons and playing D&D certainly have some similarities... You could try coning them into a one-shot at your next birthday? Idk, obviously you know them and I don't so use your best judgement
compact bloom
Summoning demons and playing D&D certainly have some similarities... You could t...
Thx for the advice
plain magnet
I never thought I'd see the day where people feel averse to D&D because it's not demonic enough š
nimble blade
Hi
vale glacier
Hello :)
brave palm
Hola
oblique horizon
any book or website i should use for getting informed about dnd?
i'm completely new ;")
simple goblet
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oblique horizon
oh hey thank u!
simple goblet
No problem. The free Basic Rules is a good place to start. Feel free to ask any questions you might have after reading through it š
cobalt frigate
oh hey thank u!
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbook Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hD-LWHhiseE&list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN&index=1
fresh fable
Just for you @cobalt frigate they added that to the newcomer guide
cobalt frigate
Just for you <@343957634417950731> they added that to the newcomer guide
Right, I see it now! Thanks!
fiery cobalt
What is/are class hit die?
smoky adder
They're used primarily to determine your maximum HP.
But they can also be used during a short rest to recover HP.
untold flint
What is/are class hit die?
It's what size die you roll to see how many Hit Points you have. You also roll that size die when using Hit Dice to heal during a Short Rest.
fiery cobalt
Ohh.
smoky adder
- Hit dice at first level: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters#HitPointsandHitDice
- Hit dice at later levels: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters#ClassFeaturesandHitDice
- Hit dice during rests: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/adventuring#Resting
fiery cobalt
Thank you.
What page in the PHB talks about hitting without a weapon?
Or does it not have anything about that?
sharp vortex
are you talking about improvised weapons, or unarmed attacks?
simple goblet
This section of the basic rules about Melee Attacks
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#MeleeAttacks
fiery cobalt
are you talking about improvised weapons, or unarmed attacks?
Either would be good.
sharp vortex
For unarmed, the above link show "Instead of using a weapon to make a melee weapon attack, you can use an unarmed strike: a punch, kick, head-butt, or similar forceful blow (none of which count as weapons). On a hit, an unarmed strike deals bludgeoning damage equal to 1 + your Strength modifier. You are proficient with your unarmed strikes."
sharp vortex
Improvised weapons are on 147, the unarmed attacks are on 195
fiery cobalt
Thank you.
ionic sail
Hi all
I have yet to play a game of dnd
If there are any DMs out there who want to have a newbie I'd be happy to join
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fluid vine
is there anyone who is happy to play with me im looking for a crew since my friends only play irl
sharp vortex
?looking
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fluid vine
hey
silent pawn
hi
fluid vine
im new to online d&d but i was wondering if someone would like to join a campaign
silent pawn
You can fill out the form in here
cobalt frigate
Just check the channels listed above.
fluid vine
ok
molten stratus
I'm new and I'm reading about everything, I'm still very lost about some things. If I joined a group and created my character does it have to ONLY be the races offered?
dapper gulch
Itās generally only the races the DM allows. Youād need to ask them what sources they allow, and if you want something thatās not published, what homebrew is allowed.
harsh fjord
It's very likely you'll be asked to use the existing races so you can get acclimated to the game's rules and sense of balance. Lots of homebrew is just broken, and without the context of how the game plays, it's easy to bring something you don't even realize is skewed.
fresh smelt
Hi! I am kinda new to d&d and been wanting to play. But there are no places where I live on where I could find a group. So I thought of searching online.
But I am not sure where I could seek for a group to play with. Could someone guide me to where I could find a group please? And thanks in advance ^^
harsh fjord
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harsh fjord
In addition to the LFG channels here, you can check various Discords (many D&D YouTubers have public ones with channels to find players/games, for example), MeetUp, Facebook, forums (D&DBeyond, Demiplane, Roll20, Fantasy Grounds), Reddit (r/LFG, r/roll20LFG, r/DnDLFG, r/LFG_Europe), StartPlaying, and Warhorn.
hollow flower
Hello my friends are german Player Here ?
harsh fjord
You can find non-US players around the server, but they're fewer.
rocky solar
does "What style of game does the group play?
Homebrew" mean to join you need a dnd subscription?
harsh fjord
Homebrew is fan-created content. Some DMs allow it, some don't. It doesn't have anything to do with D&D Beyond inherently.
Style of game is kind of general: do you like a balance of combat, roleplay, and exploration? Do you prefer one element over the others? Do you like a deadly game? I think ultimately it's a spot for people to express their priorities and preferences.
rocky solar
ah ok
smoky adder
Even on D&D Beyond, you donāt need a subscription to create your own homebrew or share it with your campaign.
Youād only need one if you want to add any of the publicly-available homebrew other users have published.
languid swift
So I know that for spells like conjure minor elemental the dm chooses what elemental appears, but isnt there anyway you can work around that cause what if your dm just chooses to give you crappy elementals every single time...
smoky adder
Or switch to Summon Elemental.
pallid moat
hello, my friend and I are trying to make character sheets and were confused on some things, would anyone be willing to help us out with creating them?
were super new to dnd
how to do it tbh
i read through the rule book about creating it and i think we have our stats down but were missing things
like experience points and armor class and the weapons
echo kelp
The very first chapter of the free basic rules (https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules) goes over how to create a character - is there any particular step you're having issues with?
pallid moat
The very first chapter of the free basic rules (https://www.dndbeyond.com/source...
experience points and armor class and the weapons
and saving throws we dont understand that
echo kelp
If you're just starting, don't worry about experience points - you earn those as you adventure and deal with encounters.
Armor Class is determined through several methods, the most usual is by wearing armor items. So for example Leather Armor gives you a base 11 armor class plus your character's dexterity modifier.
So if my character has a dexterity modifier of +2 (that would be a dex score of 14-15), then wearing leather armor would make my AC = 13 ( 11 base + 2 from the character's dex modifier)
Saving throws represent your character's ability to withstand/react to particular harmful situations. For example if a fireball goes off and your character is in the area of effect, the DM will ask you to make a dexterity saving throw. You would roll a d20 and add your dexterity saving throw bonus and tell the DM the result. If you passed, the DM would say you only take half damage instead of the full fireball damage.
I'd need more details about what you are struggling with with weapons to answer.
But generally melee weapons use your strength modifier and ranged weapons use your dexterity modifier when rolling to hit (plus you proficiency bonus if you're proficient with that weapon)
pallid moat
this is so cool
do you mind if i send you my character sheet and could you give me feedback on what i have so far?
pallid moat
okay
silent pawn
do you mind if i send you my character sheet and could you give me feedback on w...
i can also check it out
quaint finch
Newbie here!
harsh fjord
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unborn sonnet
I'm trying to make a Charlatan changeling Rogue (Inquisitive) Bard (Eloquence), could this work as a character in gameplay? I have plans for backstory and the like already
echo kelp
No reason why it wouldn't unless your group's setting doesn't really make sense for the changeling race or other factors like that (e.g. table specific).
Check with your DM and group.
unborn sonnet
Oh, is it common for changelings to be illegal?
Oh
I'll read the stuff on changelings then first
echo kelp
It's not about it being "illegal" as it may not fit the campaign and setting or work well for the type of game the group wants to play. Best to make sure your character concept works well for the type of D&D game you'll be playing and works well for the setting and works well with the group.
lyric fjord
Hi
echo kelp
welcome
sacred horizon
Hello, and thank you for accepting me to the group. š š š I honestly do not know where to start; Except I have roleplayed table top style D&D a long time ago with my brother, and his friends. But I would like to get back into roleplaying again. I would love to find a D&D group that is around my age group(I am 32.) Where we have a Friday night D&D session, goof around, and what not. š š š That is what I am looking for lol!!! But about me my name is Kat, as I stated I am 32yrs old that is from Nashville, Tennessee(Born and raised.) I love anime, and gaming on my Xbox. If you want to know more feel free to ask.
Oh š š ?
slow jasper
The rule is "Do not post personal information. These include mentions of age, addresses, digital passwords or other information, and credit card information."
it's fine to say what state you're from, just not your address
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sacred horizon
I figured age would be okay especially if you are searching for a D&D group around your age group. š š š š
slow jasper
Probably saying that you're in your 30s or early 30s would be fine
They're probably just primarily trying to minimize any potential risk to minors.
Since this server takes people as young as 13 (Discord's minimum age)
autumn jolt
I hope what I've submitted in #750812887697588356 isn't too much.
I just wanted to make sure DM's knew what they were getting themselves into when reading the More Info section.
proven crystal
so with the lfgs, as a lone player should I submit a looking for Player or should I just peruse looking for player/community til something jumps out at me? all my other times playing were invited by line of sight with friends so I have no idea what to approach
autumn jolt
Oh shoot, is looking for Dms for players looking for Dms?
Or players looking for Dms?
proven crystal
ty, I was confused by the variety lfgs. I'm used to just lfg +region so I wasn't sure what the different lfgs do even after reading the descriptions
I have been perusing the lf-Players but most of what I scrolled through was high-expectation groups or groups expecting me to be home by like noon every session to play
autumn jolt
Okay good, I didn't mess it up then.
I was worried for a second.
proven crystal
I spose I can post to lf-DM. Is lf-Communities for living worlds etc or is it too varied to simplify here?
tyvm I'll keep looking I spose
I've been in groups of friends so far in the past, so I expect it to be weird
fresh fable
Finding a group can take a while ,finding the right group longer sometimes, are you only after online or have you looked for IRL groups too?
crude musk
we have #1045165827068002374 for reviewing character sheets
crystal gale
how to play
echo kelp
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echo kelp
reading the rules is usually a good place to start
crystal gale
well the rules dont appear
it just says editied by the bot
the bot messages dont appear
echo kelp
Then check your Discord settings and turn on embeds
late olive
Hey, can I make a custom character with a custom background?
I mean D&D Beyond is kinda limited no?
simple goblet
You can make a homebrew background I believe and use that
late olive
I dont know what that means š
I am a beginner and trying to see the creation process so me and my friends can make characters without much trouble, however I dont want it to be limited to basic or vanilla stuff
Using 5e classes and stuff like that is nice
fresh fable
There is a customs background option on the character creation on dndbeyond
late olive
What about certain races and certain buffs?
echo kelp
You can use DnDBeyonds homebrew tools to create custom/homebrewed backgrounds. That said, if you're beginner, I suggest using the existing backgrounds and reflavor them (change how it feels but don't change the mechanics) to meet your needs.
echo kelp
I recommend staying way from customizing races/features until you have a bit more experience and can better gauge how to balance it within the existing rules and options.
Yes homebrew is "I made it myself/someone made it that's not Wizards of the Coast or 3rd party publisher"
late olive
I am not gonna make a God just a variant human or stuff thats balanced
and then I am planning on using the 5e classes sheet to pick a class and background (Sage, dark lord etc)
but I do want to give certain buffs for a character (In a balanced matter)
echo kelp
You and your group can decide whatever you want to do - I'm just recommending using base/vanilla D&D first so you can better understand the game mechanics and can create stuff that balances well with existing rules and options.
late olive
Yea thats valid
echo kelp
You can always describe things differently (flavor) but it's best to keep the mechanics intact in my experience.
I got to go but feel free to ask questions - the community here is pretty good about helping out.
late olive
Thank you so much ā¤ļø
crystal gale
after making characters and encounters in dnd beyond what then?
\how do i start a game
fresh fable
Lookingforgroup.exe
Go to #looking-for-players or #750812887697588356 or your local friendly game store
halcyon mulch
fresh fable
Check the pins
inner thistle
We have a bunch of helpfull links in the pinned messages of this channel that can help you getting started :)
woeful mist
Do warlocks have access to fireball at level 3?
timid anchor
Do warlocks have access to fireball at level 3?
No, only 2 Warlocks get Fireball, and they get it at level 5, those are The Fiend and The Genie
restive cedar
just use thermaturgy on a bottle full of gunpowder, you have your own grenade š
woeful mist
Do Warlocks use they're melee attacks?
timid anchor
Do Warlocks use they're melee attacks?
Only Hexblade Warlocks do melee attacks, usually
simple goblet
All warlocks can do melee attacks. Hexblades just get bonuses to weapons
smoky adder
There's also Pact of the Blade, which any warlock can get.
woeful mist
Ok so warlocks, in battles are sort of battle mages?
timid anchor
Hexblade Warlocks, yes
remote yarrow
hey im new to DnD and i would like to join a game / learn how to make my own charecter if necessary
woeful mist
Look at #looking-for-players to find a game as a playier
remote yarrow
oh ty'
woeful mist
And a character could be a bit complicated but you'll get the hang of it
smoky adder
IMO, D&D Beyond is the easiest way to make a character. If you click āShow help textā, it will walk you through each step.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder
But it really just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules, in order.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules
inner thistle
Best part is, it does all the math for you that might feel to arcane or complicated
remote yarrow
Great dndbeyond keeps crashing before i can complete my charecter
blissful cove
proven crystal
is my looking for dm request wrong somehow? The requests below mine are all answered but mine not (mine is 3ish up from the bottom at this time)
crude musk
It's not a case of right or wrong, simply you may not be what any given DM is looking for at this exact moment
proven crystal
I'm effectively totally new and have weird schedule but otherwise flexible. hm
stoic ermine
where would I see your request? I only see what looks like bot messages in looking for dm
proven crystal
That is how that chat works if I understand the lfgs correctly
sharp vortex
correct, there is a form submitted through Dymo that formats the request into a standardized look and posts it as a message
proven crystal
pinned message says the bot simplifies and formats the requests better
stoic ermine
will need to train my brain to noyt ignore bot looking messages then
pallid moat
i can also check it out
Bet, Iāll send it your way whenever I get home
Iām also not sure why I donāt have roles š
simple goblet
Did you go to id:customize and select them?
crude musk
Roles are purely aesthetic now (blue for DM, green for player)
Channel access is done via id:customize
pallid moat
Did you go to <id:customize> and select them?
Thank you
pallid moat
Channel access is done via <id:customize>
Thank you aswell š
stoic ermine
pinned message says the bot simplifies and formats the requests better
take a peak at your request when you have a chance
sharp vortex
Hello!
shrewd needle
i know some about it but right now i just need a party
sharp vortex
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shrewd needle
thanks
sharp vortex
and if you have any questions about playing, feel free to ask
stoic token
Hi
pretty new, very lost and need help getting started in general lol, id be happy if anyone would like to help
harsh fjord
?new
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stoic token
thanks!
harsh fjord
Sure thing. If you have questions not covered by those resources, feel free to ask here. Youāll get an answer or be directed to the proper channel.
left turtle
hello
im very new to dnd and i just made a warlock character last night but i dont understand how to make a patron
sharp vortex
that is up to the DM whether you are making it or they are really. it varies and there aren't really rules for it
cobalt frigate
im very new to dnd and i just made a warlock character last night but i dont und...
You work with your DM on the patron.
left turtle
thank you very much
tired elk
im making a subclass for fighters on d&d beyond and at level three you are supposed to get your choice of three different sword forms and i cant get the forms to show up in the options for level 3
if anyone knows how to get those options to show up plz help
sharp vortex
better suited for #homebrew , but what sword forms are you talking about? Are you referring to Maneuvers from the Battle Master Subclass?
tired elk
the sword forms are maneuvers ive made for a custom subclass
sharp vortex
Let's take this to the correct chat and I can help you implement those
atomic pecan
Hello Iām a newbie ranger/tamer class anyone down to play?
cobalt frigate
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round crest
hi, i just got the playres handbook and im reading evryting turly, there is stil some points that i find difficult to understand but im getting it. is there anything i need to do to play? and where can i play?
brittle kayak
Ummmm, I just finished making a character through the online site and I wanna know how campaigns work
fresh fable
You can play online or IRL, got to #looking-for-players or #750812887697588356 or https://locator.wizards.com/ to see if there are any local stores to play in (not all stores or on this link)
crisp steeple
hello. could someone smart help me through the charactercreation process? i have only rudimentary understanding and and would appreciate help from someone i can ask questions to. i know tutorial videos exist but they arent able to answer speciffic questions i might have.
dapper gulch
hello. could someone smart help me through the charactercreation process? i have...
You can use #1045166392174972938 for help! Just know that the more specific your question the better the answer youāll likely get.
crisp steeple
ah
lime void
I could use a hand. I'm trying o look through the #looking-for-players but when I click on the "view submission", it just tells me "You are not authorized. You do not have the necessary roles to view submissions for this form." What am I doing wrong?
smoky adder
You should be able to see them right here in Discord. If not, head over to #find-a-game and check the FAQ for info on how to enable embeds.
tranquil musk
May I ask, what level of weapons can Fairys have proficiency in? I imagine light weapons only?
smoky adder
The Fairy player race?
tranquil musk
Yes
smoky adder
Their weapon proficiencies would probably depend on their class more than anything.
tranquil musk
the fact that they are tiny means nothing?
smoky adder
Theyāre Small, not Tiny.
tranquil musk
Ah.
smoky adder
A Small creature would have disadvantage when trying to use a Heavy weapon.
tranquil musk
I am glad you told me
smoky adder
But if they were proficient in that Heavy weapon, their proficiency bonus would still apply.
smoky adder
I am glad you told me
Yeah, theyāre more Flora/Fauna/Merryweather than Tinkerbell. š
fiery cobalt
Who?
rapid steppe
How do I play
dull basalt
What channel would i post in to get help with a concept for a character?
fiery cobalt
How do I play
The dm describes the environment to you, then you describe what you want your character to do, and the dm can have you roll to succeed or not.
echo kelp
What channel would i post in to get help with a concept for a character?
#1045166392174972938 is a great place to get help with character ideas
And CrazyDave beat me to it! š
rapid steppe
The dm describes the environment to you, then you describe what you want your ch...
So I can play on my phone and do I have to say my character?
echo kelp
So I can play on my phone and do I have to say my character?
You need a character sheet, some understanding of the game rules, some dice (real or digital), and a group to play with.
A phone might be able to help you with that but it's just a tool.
rapid steppe
I have a character but when I press it it doesnāt work
fiery cobalt
Yeah, someone more experienced with online stuff will need to help you.
echo kelp
I have no idea what tool or service you're using - maybe DnDBeyond?
Currently DnDBeyond is experiencing technical issues with character sheets and campaigns so some functionality may not be working correctly right now.
rapid steppe
I have no idea what tool or service you're using - maybe DnDBeyond?
Currently Dn...
Yes itās that
echo kelp
Yeah so right now DnDBeyond tools are having technical issues so some functionality just may not work right now.
rapid steppe
Ok
worn cargo
Hello. I am new and never played before. Very little knowledge coming into it but would love to learn and get started. I had a friend introduce me to DnDBeyond and I created a character but thatās about as far as I have gotten.
inner thistle
The best start is to read the basic rules of the game first to get a basic understanding of how to play and then look for a game :)
We have a bunch of helpfull links in the pinned messages in this channel as well for beginners.
?new
smoky adder
Who?
Disney characters
Fairies of varying sizes
(Does not include the Medium-sized Fairy Godmother.)
dim galleon
Ok if admantine armor turns a crit hit into a normal hit wouldn't that make every attack fail or does it hit but u don't get the benifits of a crit hit but instead get a normal hit
fresh fable
Itās still hits but you donāt double the damage dice
silent pawn
Ok if admantine armor turns a crit hit into a normal hit wouldn't that make ever...
While you're wearing it, any critical hit against you becomes a normal hit.
So no more nat 20s
dim galleon
Ok next question so if i had cover which halves the damage and resistance with that type of damage do i just get one forth or does it only half the damage
smoky adder
Cover primarily increases your AC, making you harder to hit. If you do get hit, that cover does not change the amount of damage received.
But generally speaking, resistance wonāt stack with other sources of resistance, but it will stack with anything not called resistance that still halves damage (for 1/4 damage total).
Like Resistance + Uncanny Dodge, for example.
cobalt frigate
Ok next question so if i had cover which halves the damage and resistance with t...
For reference:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#Cover
Half Cover
A target with half cover has a +2 bonus to AC and Dexterity saving throws. A target has half cover if an obstacle blocks at least half of its body. The obstacle might be a low wall, a large piece of furniture, a narrow tree trunk, or a creature, whether that creature is an enemy or a friend.Three-Quarters Cover
A target with three-quarters cover has a +5 bonus to AC and Dexterity saving throws. A target has three-quarters cover if about three-quarters of it is covered by an obstacle. The obstacle might be a portcullis, an arrow slit, or a thick tree trunk.Total Cover
A target with total cover can't be targeted directly by an attack or a spell, although some spells can reach such a target by including it in an area of effect. A target has total cover if it is completely concealed by an obstacle.
dim galleon
But generally speaking, resistance wonāt stack with other sources of resistance,...
Ok thats good to know
dim galleon
For reference:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#Cover
> **Ha...
Is a big sheild considered cover ?
harsh fjord
A shield grants +2 to AC, that's all.
cobalt frigate
Is a big sheild considered cover ?
There are no tower shields in 5E.
dim galleon
There are no tower shields in 5E.
Oh maybe they'll come out in dnd 6e
harsh fjord
Possible, but 5e has opted for streamlining design elements; I suspect that'll continue with the next iteration.
cobalt frigate
Oh maybe they'll come out in dnd 6e
I doubt it. 5E was all about simplification of the rules. 6E will continue down that path.
If you want more crunchiness and detail, check out 3.5E then.
crude musk
This channel is for discussing the basics of D&D
If people want to discuss One D&D, #1026901431132885064 is the place
For older editions, #dnd-elder-editions
rapid steppe
How do I play all I have is a character
I read a book
That was kinda long
So I skimmed through it
Basic rules
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rapid steppe
I really wanna play but I donāt wanna get something wrong because I didnāt read the rules properly
echo kelp
You don't have to know everything but knowing how to make attack rolls, saving throws, and skill checks is kind of important.
Then after that, the next thing is to find a group to join and play with.
rapid steppe
You don't have to know everything but knowing how to make attack rolls, saving t...
I have no idea what that is
What chapter is it on
echo kelp
Chapter 7: Using Ability Scores: https://www.dndbeyond.com/compendium/rules/basic-rules/using-ability-scores
Chapter 8: Adventuring: https://www.dndbeyond.com/compendium/rules/basic-rules/adventuring
Chapter 9: Combat: https://www.dndbeyond.com/compendium/rules/basic-rules/combat
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lyric fjord
Iām not sure how any of this works too well. How exactly do I, or more so, how should I go about building a character for myself to play?
Alrighty, thanks
Also, what exactly does home brew mean? From what I can tell itās like a self made thing
Is there anything I should reference if Iām interested in making one?
cobalt frigate
Learn to crawl before you run.
lyric fjord
Mmm alrighty
vagrant viper
Hi Iām really new to DND, Iāve only really done a one off, so Iām looking for a possible group to join
nova stratus
Hello everyone. I've recently purchased the storm wreck isle starter set. My son and I have been working to understand and I think we got the basics down. I'm considering playing some online campaigns and would like some info on where to begin. Thx all
lyric fjord
if you're looking for a dm to host a game for you, you can try posting an ad in the #750812887697588356 channel
if you're looking to host, you could try #looking-for-players
theres links to the application forms pinned in those chats
nova stratus
Yea I was reading those. Really unsure how it's done. Is it all done using an app or is it video using my dice and character sheets? I know these are dumb questions but I wanna be prepared with appropriate stuff before I look for an game
Vtt... that an app?
cobalt frigate
Yes, it's software.
Roll20, owlbear.rodeo, Foundry, and FantasyGrounds are popular VTTs.
nova stratus
Ok ok
I been seeing alot of the roll20 and owl bear. Had no clue what they meant
Gotcha. So if I'm using a tablet, what should I limit myself to?
cobalt frigate
Well, it depends on what the DM uses.
nova stratus
Ok. So apparently my phone is to old for owlbear rodeo. It dont show in the store
Oh a website ok
Simplifies things
lyric fjord
Hello
lyric fjord
Comming back to DnD is good tbh
smoky heath
im writing my first story !š
lyric fjord
Nice
jagged sphinx
So I'm new to dnd along with my cousins, and I've been assigned DM, how do I know if dice rolls are successful or failed?
past moth
Hi how is everyone doing
jagged sphinx
I know most of the basics, been reading through guides. But I don't understand how to determine what happens after checks.
simple hedge
Not a new new player but this will be my first time playing a rogue, any tips for me?
echo kelp
Avoid antagonizing other player characters - be part of the team.
Mechanically use your skills to help out - and make use of your sneak attack feature.
shrewd basalt
This may sound bad but I play bard and I'm wondering how to make a good bard character that is a good help for the team
visual tartan
So how do I find campaigns in this server?
harsh fjord
?looking
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harsh fjord
This may sound bad but I play bard and I'm wondering how to make a good bard cha...
You can get more specific answers in #1045165827068002374. My advice would be to pick spells that help your partyābuffs, debuffs, healing, and/or making enemies lose a turn.
empty onyx
hi im new to dnd i want to play some games online. i dont really know where to start,..
rough eagle
Hi guys, i have a problem with newsletter, can u said to me who i can ask for try to understand how solve this problem?
cobalt frigate
What newsletter?
crude musk
There isn't a D&D Beyond newsletter
There are email updates for new releases and sales, and articles on the front page, but no newsletter
There's no need to be rude, and that doesn't appear to be the right channel based on the fact they didn't mention D&D Beyond
So we'll let them clarify what they mean
vestal totem
Ty for all the help people give in this channel, it's awesome š
deft drum
Hello all. New here. Nice to meet you all!
static holly
Hello! Nice to meet you all aswell
silent pawn
Hello all. New here. Nice to meet you all!
nice to meet you too
charred robin
hello all! i am new here!
fiery cobalt
K
lofty swallow
Gudday
deft drum
How's everyone doing?
nimble lily
Ohayo gozaimasu! (Or oyasumi or gogo depending on the time zone. And that is Japanese for good morning, night, and afternoon respectively-)
polar ferry
harsh fjord
?new
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harsh fjord
If you have a character and know the rules, the next step would be to find a group.
?looking
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restive tusk
Ok I finally got the player handbook on dnd beyond and honestly I really like all the creative options available!
sage mist
dim galleon
just out of curiosity whats so bad abt the kensai monk it sounds good on paper why do ppl hate it so much ?
glass summit
just out of curiosity whats so bad abt the kensai monk it sounds good on paper w...
The Agile Parry feature requires you to not use your kensei weapon on one of your action attacks, which is quite backward when you consider you've taken this subclass so you can use your kensai weapon
Additionallly, all monks can now use kensai weapons using the optional Dedicated Weapon feature from TCoE so long as they can find a way to get proficiency
All this being said, there are still some really great builds you can do with the subclass, the Gunk for example (gun wielding monk) uses kensai and is quite good.
lost geyser
Hey I'm new to D&D and would like to eventually join a group of people here on a campaign. What do I need to do to get started?
harsh fjord
?new
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harsh fjord
You need to know the rules and how to make a character. The above links can help with all of that, and we can answer specific questions.
lost geyser
Thanks, I'll start taking a look at those
dim galleon
The Agile Parry feature requires you to *not* use your kensei weapon on one of y...
Oh ok anther quastion it says i can replace the damage with my martial arts die and some weapons deal 2 dices does that mean that the damage is increased to a 2d10 or is the damage just 1d10
glass summit
Oh ok anther quastion it says i can replace the damage with my martial arts die ...
Good question
Ultimately the effect that the monk's martial arts die has on weapons that deal 2d6 damage is inconsequential.
As a kensei monk, you can use a weapon as a monk weapon, if the weapon meets this criteria:
Each of these weapons can be any simple or martial weapon that lacks the **heavy **and special properties. The longbow is also a valid choice.
Unfortunately for monks globally, the two weapons that deal 2d6, the greatsword and maul, are both **heavy **weapons, and thus cannot be used as a monk weapon by you.