ok now how do i add points to skills? whats the rules
#dnd-newcomers
potent cobalt
deep ocean
Okay so... How do i get the basics in dnd?
What is the first thing i need to do?
If i need to do the character sheet... Where can i make it and what all the options do?
cobalt frigate
Okay so... How do i get the basics in dnd?
What is the first thing i need to do...
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potent cobalt
lets go i cna help with this
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.
potent cobalt
Okay so... How do i get the basics in dnd?
What is the first thing i need to do...
so for the character sheet u gotts google ''dnd sheet'' and the download the png
deep ocean
so for the character sheet u gotts google ''dnd sheet'' and the download the png
Which should i pick?
I see that some of them look different than others
Is there's a difference which one i pick or is it pure cosmetics?
potent cobalt
i think you should just do the 1st one
it has everything you need
then if you get a dm you can ask them
deep ocean
Where can i get the dm?
pseudo frost
?looking these are the channels we have to help you find games
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D&D Beyond
deep ocean
Okay i submitted it
Now what
Do i just wait?
cobalt frigate
Yes.
smoky adder
Or start looking through #looking-for-players and see if there’s a game already on offer that interests you.
meager void
fiery cobalt
Does the extra attack feature work with spells?
Or is casting a spell a different kind of action?
fresh fable
Yes you can only cast one spell, the attack action only gives you 2 weapon attacks with extra attack
fiery cobalt
Ok.
dark zodiac
Can a construct such as a stone golem attune to a magic item
smoky adder
Yes
lyric fjord
How does EXP work
smoky adder
As your character goes on adventures and overcomes challenges, he or she gains experience, represented by experience points. A character who reaches a specified experience point total advances in capability. This advancement is called gaining a level.
echo kelp
How does EXP work
The DM rewards Experience Points based on how the party handles situations, including destroying/killing monsters. But it can also include social encounters, solving puzzles, traveling wildernesses, etc. The experience points are divided evenly among all party members. Characters can level up based on if they have enough XP for the next level.
Or yeah, what spamandtuna posted!
smoky adder
This table shows how many points you need to reach each level:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters#CharacterAdvancement
waxen steeple
anyone that can recommend a discord to play, for a total beginner, with one-shots campaigns, it would be my first game, I've been checking the looking for a community but I just dont get it, I only have characters in d&d beyond, if someone could help me great
echo kelp
anyone that can recommend a discord to play, for a total beginner, with one-shot...
Check out the #looking-for-community - these are advertising D&D related Discord servers.
cobalt frigate
Why is creating a character so difficult
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
hardy cedar
Hey how do I get into dnd with the vox machina campaign?
I'm brand new to dnd so I'm going to need a full breakdown lol
cobalt frigate
Hey how do I get into dnd with the vox machina campaign?
I'm brand new to dnd s...
Have you read the (free) Basic Rules yet?
cobalt frigate
Hey how do I get into dnd with the vox machina campaign?
I'm brand new to dnd s...
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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.
Both are linked above.
hardy cedar
Have you read the (free) Basic Rules yet?
Na
Brand new lol
echo geyser
Hey is there anyone that can help me learn d&d? I always wanted to learn but never knew how.
cobalt frigate
Hey is there anyone that can help me learn d&d? I always wanted to learn but nev...
?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.
Both are linked above.
echo geyser
Thanks
high robin
What are some beginner classes in dnd and what are some good races for those classes?
pseudo frost
There really is no bad race/class combo.
Just pick what seems the most fun to you and go from there
harsh fjord
Martials (fighter, rogue, barbarian, and monk) do have a smaller learning curve compared to the spellcasting classes, but all classes are doable with some guidance.
silk lily
@harsh fjord gotta get that extra d4, it makes everything easier
ember drum
Looking for a group or person to help me get started with D&D. I have a character made, would like to use TTS if possible. Thanks in advance for any help or tips.
quartz crane
Are chessex dice good?
quartz crane
Idk
fiery cobalt
Dope pfp pic, and a mod is about to answer your question I think.
echo kelp
Looking for a group or person to help me get started with D&D. I have a characte...
?looking - Here's the channels for finding a group to play with. See #find-a-game for more info about those channels and how to use them.
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D&D Beyond
sand robin
/looking-for dm
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D&D Beyond
fiery cobalt
Oh, that is a command, my bad.
echo kelp
Just regular ?looking
You can actually run the /looking-for <type> commands from any channel (or so I've heard from another mod). That said we'd prefer folks use the #1075498333705089084 channel for it.
(those commands help users create posts and their attached threads in the looking-for channels)
fiery cobalt
Ah, ok.
stray pawn
Looking for a group or person to help me get started with D&D. I have a characte...
most dms have their own character creation rules so you might not be able to use your created at a new table
smoky adder
Best to have a few loose ideas for characters, IMO, then work with the DM to pick one that fits and finalize it.
That said, there are definitely DMs who will accept pre-made characters, too.
With maybe a few adjustments.
drowsy osprey
hey there... I'm trying to think of a name for my character, the race I am is human variant
cobalt frigate
Think of a human name.
pseudo frost
hey there... I'm trying to think of a name for my character, the race I am is hu...
Craig
cobalt frigate
How does one dm
?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.
Both are linked above.
steel island
I'm a new DM and looking for some players
pseudo frost
?looking these are the channels we have to help you search for players
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D&D Beyond
quartz crane
Is eldritch knight and arcane tricker good?
slow jasper
sure
full owl
Hey quick question! Im playing my first campaign as a dwarf fighter and I just leveled to 6 and I can unlock a new feat. Anyways what’s a good feat for 5e that can maximize my character? My pc is kind of the tank of the group since we don’t have a barbarian.
pseudo frost
I would head to #1045165827068002374
ornate idol
can enemies still hit the players after they fall unconscious ?
plain magnet
can enemies still hit the players after they fall unconscious ?
Yes. The DM decides how enemies operate and whether they leave unconscious PCs alone or attack them while they're down.
steel raven
Tbh, dnd intimidates me, but the game also looks so cool, so…
At some point later on, could someone help show me the ropes? Stuff like the rules, character creation, what is good to know, etc. maybe even run a sort of tutorial campaign with me and maybe some other friends of mine who want to learn
Feel free to ping or PM me with responses cause this popular of a server will mean I may lose this message
pseudo frost
Tbh, dnd intimidates me, but the game also looks so cool, so…
At some point late...
?new
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pseudo frost
Here are some resources to help you get started
steel raven
Okiedokie, I will be sure to read over it, then when I finish maybe I will see if I can get a tutorial mission going to serve as a final exam of sorts
neat ledge
I wanna make some friends to be honest as well
steel raven
I think I already made a character on DnDB, but I might make a few more for the sake of backups and ol’reliables or alternate worlds or whatever
And with those other stuff like the basic rules and the YouTube videos, I will listen through them while doing my morning routine tomorrow
cold walrus
Here are some resources to help you get started
Oh my... Thanks so much!!! Been looking everywhere for concise info
cerulean zinc
😮💨 Spent 20 minutes refilling my character sheet over and over cuz the online app keeps deleting any new information I write when I leave the tab
night palm
hey idk what the hell im doing but im trying to search for a dnd session that i dont have to speak with voice because of my living situation. im really new
crude musk
?looking
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crude musk
Check out our game finding channels ☝️
night palm
ok
smoky adder
There are text-only / PBP games out there that wouldn’t require voice.
They’re not quite as common, though, so you’ll have to keep an eye out.
cold walrus
Hi! Does anyone know if Roll20 mobile is viable?
Like, can I use it to play with those using the browser version?
crude musk
Nope, roll20 is not designed to be used on mobile devices
It doesn't work well at all on phones or tablets
mortal garden
Roll20 on mobile is basically unusuable. 😬
From my experience: sometimes the map won't show, you can't scroll the map if it does appear, you can't click on tokens or move them, and if you're using video/audio in-app, I find these issues get even worse/more unstable.
There's a mobile app, but that just shows your sheet and allows you to push macros/dice rolls to the desktop app.
crude musk
The D&D Beyond mobile app offers the same broad functionality as the desktop app
pseudo frost
If you are looking for a VTT that works on mobile, I would check out owlbear.app
cold walrus
Thankyou
smoky adder
Yeah, owlbear works pretty well on mobile.
https://www.owlbear.app/
(I prefer it to Roll20 overall, tbh.)
steady edge
owlbear is rather light and wont do much with mechanics, its usually paired with a discord bot like avrae to handle that side of things. It is however a fantastic super light-weight battlemap.
smoky adder
I do indeed use Avrae, too. 
pseudo frost
Same. But I'm able to run it all from my phone
upbeat horizon
wait, owlbear is essentially just for maps right
simple goblet
Yes
pseudo frost
Yup, it's a virtual table top
nova hill
Good afternoon, I’m very new to DND and looking for beginner friendly games online, UK based
cobalt frigate
Good afternoon, I’m very new to DND and looking for beginner friendly games onli...
Check out #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community
civic summit
i'm a new DM and i'm looking for a way to reward a paladin, because the wizard learned like 10 spells in the last campaign
cobalt frigate
What level?
civic summit
What level?
level 2
cobalt frigate
The wizard learned 10 new spells at level 1?
civic summit
The wizard learned 10 new spells at level 1?
wizard is already level 2 but he learned the spells bc the campaign said that he can copy the runes
cobalt frigate
Copy runes? You the DM give out what new spells a wizard can get via wizard spell scrolls and spellbooks they stumble upon.
The PC wizard doesn't decide what new spells they learn, except the ones when they gain a new level.
civic summit
The PC wizard doesn't decide what new spells they learn, except the ones when th...
no the player didn't choose em but the campaign said that you get they got the book that contains these spells
cobalt frigate
Ah okay.
Anyway, the Lost Mine of Phandelver has a nice magic longsword (||Lightbringer||) my own paladin has.
civic summit
Anyway, the Lost Mine of Phandelver has a nice magic longsword (||Lightbringer||...
yea we are playing lost mines but they were looking for a side quest so i started an one shot called Grammys country apple pie
It also contains a small
spellbook - more like a spell notebook -
containing the few spells that old Grammy knew:
Druidcraft, Entangle, Purify Food and Drink, and
Speak with Plants.
this is what it said for the spells + there were 2 other spells
cobalt frigate
Those spells aren't wizard spells though, they're druid spells.
The wizard won't be able to learn them.
smoky adder
The optional class features from Tasha's Cauldron of Everything can make for good early-level rewards, too.
civic summit
but when can the paladin get the sword? i mean at what point of the story
cobalt frigate
but when can the paladin get the sword? i mean at what point of the story
Perhaps let's move this to #dm-discussion because we're entering spoiler territory
crude musk
#1029833015423143957 for adventure spoilers, not dm-discussion
civic summit
Perhaps let's move this to <#540597424692002878> because we're entering spoiler ...
ok
smoky adder
#1029835597168267384 specifically.
lyric fjord
Any tips for getting over general shyness when it comes it joining a campaign? I'm a new player, and i find it really daunting engaging in something i'm pretty new to. I just rather not disappoint other players, or the DM.
cobalt frigate
Two schools? You can only choose one sub-class
crude musk
That sounds like either a misunderstanding of the rules or a significant amount of homebrew
The wizard class picks one subclass (school) at level 2. A wizard starts off knowing 6 spells at level 1, gains 2 spells each level, and can also copy spells from spellbooks and scrolls
amber turtle
Hello there- I recently started making small progress to starting DnD and I'm a bit lost on how I can actually set things up- Seeing others use fancy maps and a lot of other things feels a bit overwhelming so I'm not sure what's manditory for playing, and what is just the DMs choice- Is the map with grid essential? Are there any other things I need to properly play?
cobalt frigate
Hello there- I recently started making small progress to starting DnD and I'm a ...
You may want to ask in #dm-discussion
amber turtle
I see, thank you :)
wicked stump
That sounds like either a misunderstanding of the rules or a significant amount ...
There was some confusion it sounded like, the sheet only allowed me to pick evocation so I was told I pick more later or something
crude musk
I assume you're using D&D Beyond?
wicked stump
Yeah
crude musk
You can only pick Evocation because that's the only free subclass
You have to pay for the rest, or have them shared with you by someone who has paid for them
wicked stump
The wizard class picks one subclass (school) at level 2. A wizard starts off kno...
If im starting at level 3, could I have 8 1st level spells and 2 2nd levels?
crude musk
Correct
wicked stump
👍
smoky adder
Hello there- I recently started making small progress to starting DnD and I'm a ...
Maps are useful because they give everyone a shared reference for where things are in-game, but they're definitely not necessary. In fact, they're technically the variant option in the rules; the default is to play without it.
There's some helpful articles here if you want to try playing without a map:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/tag/theater-of-the-mind
harsh fjord
Any tips for getting over general shyness when it comes it joining a campaign? I...
Are you playing with strangers or do you feel this when playing with friends?
lyric fjord
Are you playing with strangers or do you feel this when playing with friends?
I haven't played whatsoever, and nobody i know is interested in this sort of thing. I have dabbled with general information but nothing past that. The internet is probably my best bet on finding a group.
same
harsh fjord
I haven't played whatsoever, and nobody i know is interested in this sort of thi...
I guess there are several tacks you can take here:
- You can try to do whatever's in your comfort zone. You can play with others without cameras if that suits you. You can play using text only. If you know your preferences, you can lean into them; odds are good you can find others who want to play the way you do.
- You can push outside of that. Googling for 'tips to overcome shyness' gives you some starters, but adapting one's personality, even in a specific setting, takes time and effort. Don't expect it'll happen all at once. You might try a one-shot (a game that only lasts for a single session) as a way to feel out how to behave. If it's feeling silly roleplaying, there are guides for dealing with that, and you can just practice alone to stretch those metaphorical muscles.
- Remember that it's a game. People show up to it to have fun. So the only way you let folks down is if you ruin that, and it's generally easy to avoid if you communicate and respect each other. If you're express that you're new and feel anxious, you may be surprised by how far folks will go to try and make you feel comfortable/welcome.
There's no silver bullet, alas, but hopefully some of that is helpful.
smoky adder
If your shyness is specifically camera- or voice-related, there are text-only campaigns you can join.
lyric fjord
I guess there are several tacks you can take here:
- You can try to do whatever...
Thank you, i appreciate that.
lyric fjord
If your shyness is specifically camera- or voice-related, there are text-only ca...
Voice isn't an issue, i'm fairly big on roleplaying and even voice acting - although that isn't a norm here frankly and that's alright.
waxen wing
If you're concerned about other players/the DM being bothered, I say don't worry about that all. I've picked up a few hobbies over the years, and one consistent thing I've found across all of them is this - people love sharing things they enjoy with newcomers
I just started playing about a year ago, via a friend, but the DM and other players were all strangers to me. They were happy to welcome me in to the group, gave me some pointers on roleplaying and rules, etc. As long as you're making a good faith effort to learn the game and have fun, you'll be welcomed in. You can also look for one shot sessions to try out before jumping into a longer campaign
rigid pulsar
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rigid pulsar
Yoo
spice delta
yes
half jetty
heya guys
cold walrus
Hello there. (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*.✧
half jetty
anything happening?
cold walrus
Nothing much. Still learning about stuff before even thinking of conquering my inhibitions and try to join a game
half jetty
same here
ive made a new character im exited to use, but 2 things
one i cant find a game to join
and two its backstory sounds unrealistic and confusing in some areas
cold walrus
I made one that has a weird backstory but no game to join either. Plus I think I made him more like a book character than a game character. 😅
half jetty
lol
cold walrus
and two its backstory sounds unrealistic and confusing in some areas
I found the guys active in the character discussion tab to be quite helpful straightening out any kinks in characterization
half jetty
ah cool
cold walrus
They even helped me figure out my starting stats are aweful
half jetty
but if i were to explain it they probably wouldve just been like "interesting, lets change it completely"
idk im both scared to get help but wanting help at the same time
cold walrus
Not really, bruh. How about I accompany you there and help figure it out?
half jetty
just thinking about it i came up with another idea for the backstory that isnt how i made it earlier
makes a little more sense
pseudo frost
Just remember, there are lots of strong opinions in that channel. If you wanna play a concept and they say no you will have more fun doing this, it's ok to say no thank you
cold walrus
Alrighty then ... Hopefully, we both can find games we can participate in. (ㆁωㆁ)
pseudo frost
?looking
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pseudo frost
These are the channels we have to help you search for games
wooden wagon
Hey never played before but watch. A lot of play through looking for people who are okay with teaching a bit
low crown
I have built a character and am looking for a first experiences as I have never played a campaign, but I am looking forward to meeting some nice people to help me learn.
fiery cobalt
I have built a character and am looking for a first experiences as I have never...
IRL or online?
pseudo frost
If you look up here, these are the channels we have to help you find games
quartz crane
If I am a wizard that multi classes into bard do I use intelligence or charisma for the spell casting stat on the bard spells?
fiery cobalt
Ooh, that’s a good question.
simple brook
Hi everyone never played before but looking for some people that might be starting off like me who are looking to have a game?
fiery cobalt
Hi everyone never played before but looking for some people that might be starti...
?looking
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narrow idol
If I am a wizard that multi classes into bard do I use intelligence or charisma ...
You use intelligence for your wizard spells and charisma for your bard spells, so you'll want to have decent stats in both :D
cold walrus
Hi everyone never played before but looking for some people that might be starti...
Hi! Starting off too. Made a character and reading a bit but still haven't played any yet
cold walrus
You use intelligence for your wizard spells and charisma for your bard spells, s...
Are there any overlaps on that? What if it's a spell that can be done by both?
cobalt frigate
You cast the prepared spell based on the class. Your class' primary stat affects the spell DC though.
tribal light
Completely new to DND, but wanna try it. I’ve been told again and again that it’s up my alley, I just don’t know where to start
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wary ermine
Hey, an other new brave soul that want to venture into everything DnD has to offer, i am following the steps above from the bot to get started. But what do i do next? do i look for a community/guild? How can i best look for a game/session where i can learn the game and meet some new people/friends?
wicked stump
as there is the starting 6 spells + 2 per level for wizard, is there a similar rule for paladin spells?
crude musk
No, the paladin class page tells you how many spells you can prepare
gritty valley
Hi everyone never played before but looking for some people that might be starti...
Same here
echo kelp
Same here
?looking - Use these channels (check out #find-a-game) to find a group/game to play in.
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urban merlin
hi
echo kelp
Welcome!
urban merlin
how r u?
urban merlin
I am more or less I played with a few friends some time age
echo kelp
We have lots of useful resources in the pinned messages here on this channel - feel free to take a look. The free basic rules are also linked there.
urban merlin
ok awesome thanks!
dim spoke
So I’m new to d&d and want to learn pretty quick to help a group of friends to learn as well. they are interested in d&d and I figured I could be dm to help push things along but I don’t even know where to start. Everything seems overwhelming
I’ve bought the starter set and even made a character on d&d beyond’s website to use on my phone and also have the handbook but I just don’t know how to get things rolling should I go off of my head to make a campaign and use references for creatures and things from the handbook for like damage and armor and xp or should I go off campaigns in the books to start out with cuz even there I’m kinda lost
feral horizon
Hey I'm pretty new to DND and I've started playing a warlock in my first campaign. I am level 5 atm. One of my main problems is warlocks having only 2 spell slots. Ik you can get them after a short rest but In battle only two spell slots just limits the stuff you could do. Is there anyway to regain spell slots using magic items and stuff. Also are there like potions or other things that could give you a short rest without acc sitting there for an hour and getting one.
sacred mural
@feral horizon to make up for the limited spells slots warlocks get the strongest cantrip in the game known as eldritch blast spam that bad boy as much as possible.
Ask the dm and party for more short rests. Also they have those eldritch adaptation thingies that can boost your character and/or your blast. If you don't like the play style of warlock you can always ask to change your character or even consider multiclassing. Bards are a good choice for this.
vague salmon
how do you make a pet as an artificer? i wanna learn the class
dapper gulch
I believe you can either take the find familiar spell, use artillerist’s Eldritch cannon, use the Battle Smith’s steel defender, or take the homunculus infusion.
ornate idol
I see that Mage Slayer is in the PHB but I don't find it
upbeat horizon
wdym*?*
vague salmon
how do you make a pet as an artificer? i wanna learn the class
can i like
make a gun?
magic bullets
upbeat horizon
it's a feat yes, but it's not very good*?* course, if you like it, who am i to stop you from getting it
ornate idol
but I don't find it in the PHB
vale glacier
Can you post a link to a screenshot of it? hard to help if we dont see what you are seeing (or..not seeing at this point )
vale glacier
Okay, that is the feat yes, but that doesnt help. A screenshot of your character going over the feats for your character. Which I assume is what you want to add in dnd beyond? Do you have a character ready?
vale glacier
As in the physical copy or the pdf?
cold walrus
Um... Hi. Having trouble understanding feats. How does one get feats and how are they assigned? Is it innate or do we get more as characters grow?
crimson root
Anyone here running a 24/7 pbt community or group?
ornate idol
As in the physical copy or the pdf?
upbeat horizon
you must be reading the basic rules which doesn't include feats
half jetty
hard for me to find a group to play in
upbeat horizon
Um... Hi. Having trouble understanding feats. How does one get feats and how are...
feats are taken in lieu of ability score improvements. at every level your class gets an ability score improvement, you can take a feat instead. some races like the variant human and custom lineage also give you a feat at character creation, and certain backgrounds grant you access to certain feats as well
half jetty
lol i got my name changed
eh idc i made that name as a joke i wasnt expecting it to stay forever
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cold walrus
feats are taken in lieu of ability score improvements. at every level your class...
Thanks! Are some feats race/class specific?
upbeat horizon
Thanks! Are some feats race/class specific?
certain feats have certain requirements, one of which is race, yeah
cold walrus
Awesome. Thanksies
smoky adder
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smoky adder
☝🏻 Updated the "How do I play?" and "For DMs" sections.
smoky adder
lyric fjord
if you play d&d in 2-3 hours, can you also call me and teach me how to play? i mean i understand the game if i play it and is someone who knows the game and is able to teach me
cobalt frigate
if you play d&d in 2-3 hours, can you also call me and teach me how to play? i m...
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
Both are linked above.
lyric fjord
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creatio...
ok
violet pawn
good evening guys, new player here seeks to join a D&D game , I'amanewbie but i did two weeksreading and watching how videos on how to start a game
smoky adder
Welcome!
final cape
good evening guys, new player here seeks to join a D&D game , I'amanewbie but i ...
im in the same boat
violet pawn
Nice now i don't feel alone
cobalt frigate
Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?
violet pawn
yes all of it
smoky adder
Any questions you’ve got?
violet pawn
so far so good, i even started working on several character sheets
smoky adder
Nice!
cold walrus
Hi? Um... I have a question about cantrips, spellcasting, and clerics
cobalt frigate
Ask away! This channel is to help new players out.
cold walrus
Um... I got confused about the description in the book
cobalt frigate
Which spell are you confused about?
cold walrus
Do I choose whatever cantrip I learn or is it more of a list that I can prepare? While looking at the spell list in dndb, It showed that I have spells I didn't know about... And are spell slots more like just stuff I could do?
cobalt frigate
At level 1 a cleric knows three cantrips. You pick those three cantrips.
cold walrus
Ahh... Can I change them whenever or do I need to ask my dm about it?
frank spoke
Hi everyone I am new to this group and I want some guidance
Do we have any section in which we have stories for our dnd games
Any section in which there are stories?? Already prepared ones??
cobalt frigate
Ahh... Can I change them whenever or do I need to ask my dm about it?
You can't change those out until you level up. Ask your DM if they allow the change at other times, such at a long rest.
cold walrus
Um... There's some on tales from the table
echo kelp
Any section in which there are stories?? Already prepared ones??
Like game ideas? We have #dm-discussion for talking shop among Dungeon Masters
cold walrus
You can't change those out until you level up. Ask your DM if they allow the cha...
Thank you!!!
frank spoke
Like game ideas? We have <#540597424692002878> for talking shop among Dungeon Ma...
Thank you brother
dapper gulch
Any section in which there are stories?? Already prepared ones??
If you’re looking for stories shared by other people about their adventures you’d want #tales-from-the-table
If you’re looking for published adventures you can find them on D&D Beyond, your local bookstore,or game shop, or DMsguild.
If you’re looking for a game to join then you’ll want to read #find-a-game
plucky ridge
Do we have any section in which we have stories for our dnd games
You can also look into prewritten modules that have stories, characters and quests.
cold walrus
Where should I start with learning D&D?
The bool
lilac flicker
!new
pseudo frost
?new
exotic remnantBOT
cold walrus
Book
pseudo frost
Here are some resources to help you get started
lilac flicker
Thank you
lyric fjord
Hello, new to this server. How is everyone?
noble dawn
Doing well I'm also new as well.
Yeah kinda lost in this server xD
How do I look for games? I really wanna get to know people by playing.
fiery cobalt
Yeah kinda lost in this server xD
How do I look for games? I really wanna get to...
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
noble dawn
Oh thank you so much. 😁
fiery cobalt
No problem.
raw herald
hello friends i am Very new and is looking for someone to mentor me and show me the ropes
a teacher more or less
im not a very good learner when is comes to reading alone
cobalt frigate
hello friends i am Very new and is looking for someone to mentor me and show me ...
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
fallow prawn
Sorry bout that if anyone saw that bot come up
echo kelp
Sorry bout that if anyone saw that bot come up
In the future, please check #find-a-game for info on how to use the #looking-for channels. Also don't ping moderators unless the server is burning.
daring swift
Hello
eager osprey
Hi, I’ve never played a game but I’ve read a bunch of manuals, hoping to find a group online. Great to meet you all!
daring swift
Hi, I’ve never played a game but I’ve read a bunch of manuals, hoping to find a ...
We are practically the same hahaha
I've been wanting to join a campaing since i was a kid
eager osprey
Same
mint vigil
Hey I'm DMing my first game for a few friends and I need a little advice on how to perhaps introduce a secondary villain
calm kite
yo, im a new dm and i wanna shill.
i wanna put out there my game for people to join. what do i gotta doo?
pseudo frost
Head to #find-a-game for how to post in #looking-for-players
cobalt frigate
Hey I'm DMing my first game for a few friends and I need a little advice on how ...
That's vague. The more details then we can give you a non-vague answer.
calm kite
it was vague because I'm new here and don't know how things work here.
mint vigil
That's vague. The more details then we can give you a non-vague answer.
So I've decided on a sort of frozen setting with an Aboleth as the main villain because I thought it was unique and interesting and not a super common choice. But I've realised that there's probably a few sessions until they get to any real combat.
So I was thinking of introducing a bounty hunter to track one of the party members, which links to his backstory he's given me.
What I want to do, is have the bounty hunter as a secondary threat that eventually falls to the Aboleths corrupting presence. But I'm not sure of an organic way to introduce the bounty hunter and I don't want him to detract from the main story.
cobalt frigate
Hey I'm DMing my first game for a few friends and I need a little advice on how ...
Head on over to #dm-discussion
calm kite
aww curse's i was still reading that @cobalt frigate
mint vigil
Head on over to <#540597424692002878>
Cheers
cobalt frigate
aww curse's i was still reading that <@343957634417950731>
My response wasn't to you.
calm kite
oh
lyric fjord
I haven't ever played DnD, but I want to get into it, where should I start?
cobalt frigate
I haven't ever played DnD, but I want to get into it, where should I start?
?new
exotic remnantBOT
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.
Both are linked above.
lyric fjord
okay, thanks
fallow prawn
How do you make/play a alchemist?
cobalt frigate
There's the artificier alchemist sub-class.
plucky ridge
Playstyle would depend on how you want to play it
smoky adder
There's the Beast Master subclass for Ranger, from the Player's Handbook.
strange fractal
Okay I still don't understand one part of this game
How do you know how much xp a player has
smoky adder
The DM awards XP as the party accomplishes certain tasks.
Most commonly, by defeating monsters.
strange fractal
So it is totally the dms decision how much xp a certain action gives?
smoky adder
The players just keep a running total of how much they've earned.
wild pawn
There's the Beast Master subclass for Ranger, from the Player's Handbook.
Is there any class that lets you have pets that u can fight with
echo kelp
Is there any class that lets you have pets that u can fight with
Beastmaster Ranger, certain summoning spells (temporary)
wild pawn
Beastmaster Ranger, certain summoning spells (temporary)
Thank you
smoky adder
So it is totally the dms decision how much xp a certain action gives?
It's the DMs choice whether they even award XP for non-combat encounters.
But the DMG says this:
As a starting point, use the rules for building combat encounters in chapter 3 to gauge the difficulty of the challenge. Then award the characters XP as if it had been a combat encounter of the same difficulty, but only if the encounter involved a meaningful risk of failure.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dmg/running-the-game#ExperiencePoints
foggy bronze
A pokemon
wild pawn
So i can be a beast master ranger with summon spells?
foggy bronze
Is tiping
smoky adder
Alternatively, you can just use milestone leveling, where you just have the party gain a level when they reach a significant milestone in the game.
(Which is generally the more common method nowadays.)
smoky adder
So i can be a beast master ranger with summon spells?
Yeah, you can.
wild pawn
Xp sounds more fun really gives you a rpg vibe
smoky adder
There's also Circle of the Shepherd Druid if you want to focus on summoning.
wild pawn
Oooo
smoky adder
There's Drakewarden Ranger, Wildfire Druid, Battle Smith Artificer that all get "pets".
Swarmkeeper Ranger
wild pawn
What type of summons are there
smoky adder
I think there's spells for just about every creature type.
strange fractal
It's the DMs choice whether they even award XP for non-combat encounters.
Alright thank you
wild pawn
How many can be summoned at once
smoky adder
Beasts, fiends, undead...
strange fractal
So don't players unlock stuff at certain levels?
echo kelp
How many can be summoned at once
The spell will state how much are summoned. Also the DM can decide what exactly gets summoned.
smoky adder
How many can be summoned at once
The folks in #1045165827068002374 could probably give you a theoretical max limit.
wild pawn
Thank you
smoky adder
So don't players unlock stuff at certain levels?
Yeah, each time they reach a new level -- whether you're using XP or milestone -- they'll typically unlock new abilities.
This table shows how much total XP you'd need to reach each level:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters#CharacterAdvancement
And then each class has a table that shows what they get at each level.
strange fractal
This table shows how much total XP you'd need to reach each level:
<https://www....
Is this in the player handbook?
I recently got it
strange fractal
Alright thank you
smoky adder
Actually, literally the end of it.
silk lily
Nervous to play - any advice for a newbie?
smoky adder
Any particular part you’re nervous about?
old oriole
Is ranger supposed to feel this weak? I’m new and feel weak compared to my party
cobalt frigate
How so?
high robin
What classes are good for water and earth Genasi or Dragonborn i’m a beginner, so I’m looking for a class
cobalt frigate
What do you feel like playing? A martial melee class? An arcane spellcasting? A ranged martial?
high robin
More Melee focussed class
plain magnet
What classes are good for water and earth Genasi or Dragonborn i’m a beginner, s...
Earth genasi get a bonus to Strength which makes them good for any class that wants to fight up close. Water genasi get a Wisdom boost which is better for monks, druids, and clerics who key off that ability score.
pseudo frost
I'm gonna be super honest. The way 5e was designed, there really isn't a bad race/class combo. Don't limit yourself and play what you want
plain magnet
Dragonborn can fit any class well. If you use the new Dragonborn stats that let them use their breath weapon in the Attack action they excel in fighter-type classes like barbarian, fighter, and paladin.
But really, you can make any combo work. Especially if you use the rule that lets you pick any ability score boost.
cobalt frigate
Play what you thematically want to play.
quartz crane
On DND beyond I have a hit dice of 2d6 and a constitution modifier of 1 but it's showing my max health as 12 instead of 14. Did I just misunderstand how constitution and hit dice work or did I do something wrong?
cobalt frigate
At level 1, your hp is maxed out — 6 (HD) + 1 (Con modifier) = 7. At level 2 you get another d6 HD plus 1 (Con modifier). So that's a minimum of 9 hp and a maximum of 14. However the average for a d6 is 3, so your average hp at level 2 is 11.
remote laurel
Hey
I am a newbie
How do I play dnd
I mean i know the rules and game plays but i don't have anyone to play
pseudo frost
?looking these are the channels we have to help you find games
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
cobalt frigate
How do I play dnd
?new
exotic remnantBOT
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.
Both are linked above.
cobalt frigate
Well, you wrote, "How do I play dnd"
quartz crane
At level 1, your hp is maxed out — 6 (HD) + 1 (Con modifier) = 7. At level 2 you...
Wait so it just averages out 🥹
cobalt frigate
Wait so it just averages out 🥹
D&D Beyond has the average hp by default.
cobalt frigate
You can choose to manually roll but that's a gamble.
quartz crane
Me when 1 hp increase because of dice roll
slow jasper
Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
devout atlas
Okay uhm i have a few questions about here and the players looking for sessions bit
slow jasper
Okay uhm i have a few questions about here and the players looking for sessions ...
ask or you wont' get answers
devout atlas
Well sorry getting a little lost never done much with discord so sorry
With the whole players looking for dms channel is there a reversed version that im not seeing because i didnt pick the right channels in the selection but when i joined or is it just that
crude musk
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
devout atlas
Thank you
crude musk
☝️ there are all our game finding channels and relevant information
devout atlas
And my second question was is there a channel to help with account set up for roll20 and beyond because im also a bit lost there too
crude musk
For roll20, #third-party-tools-archive
For DDB, #ddb-support
devout atlas
Alright ty again
sour patrol
Hey... Can I join someones game? Or start a new one with a group?
crude musk
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
marble elm
?new
exotic remnantBOT
hazy wave
I have my very first campaign on Saturday playing halfling rogue I’m pretty excited
upbeat horizon
have fun*!!!!*
mental rain
could someone hop in a call with me whilst i make my character so I know what im doing please :)
upbeat horizon
could someone hop in a call with me whilst i make my character so I know what im...
you can ask for help with your character in #1045165827068002374
mental rain
okay thank you!
frigid matrix
If anyone have a recommendation for a rp-heavy Westmarch server, feel free to message me 🙂
crude musk
Try browsing #looking-for-community
frigid matrix
I have, for months.
crude musk
This isn't the channel to try and solicit server recommendations
frigid matrix
My apologies then, sorry. Which channel is?
cosmic patio
What is homebrewing?
dapper gulch
My apologies then, sorry. Which channel is?
#looking-for-community is the channel for looking for communities/servers.
frigid matrix
I thought that was only for communites to post, not for players to ask for recommendations? But I might have missunderstood.
dapper gulch
There are also other forums on roll20, startplaying, and Reddit.
vague salmon
Do crossbows count as fire arms?
upbeat horizon
no
upbeat horizon
What is homebrewing?
essentially rules and features people use in their games that aren't official products licensed by WoTC
ivory tundra
if i'm a single player looking to join a group for a one shot which channel do i post in?
upbeat horizon
if i'm a single player looking to join a group for a one shot which channel do i...
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
cosmic patio
Okay, thanks.
grand rock
Some advice for DM's holding an in-person session for the first time: Get a good Pokerface or hide behind your DM screen. You don't want to give away something bad by letting players see your look of sadistic glee.
dapper gulch
Counterpoint: let them see the smile and dread what is coming
grand rock
Counterpoint: let them see the smile and *dread what is coming*
A viable alternative. 😈
pliant zenith
I'm new and wanna join a group so I can play with them and learn how to play the game
harsh fjord
Do you know how to play?
pliant zenith
Nope
harsh fjord
?new
exotic remnantBOT
pliant zenith
I wanna learn how to play
harsh fjord
See the above info.
pliant zenith
Where?
edgy onyx
The large box right above your previous message posted by Dyno
harsh fjord
That: #dnd-newcomers message
pearl sandal
hello
wanton elk
hi
untold raven
Hello!
dense kayak
Hello
mortal edge
👋
wispy owl
Hi I have been wanting to start this for a long time but I still don’t really know what I am doing I did most of the stuff in the links but honestly I just need to play and figure it out as I go to understand what I’m doing
cobalt frigate
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
wispy owl
Thank you
I also need to find a DM to help me start and explain some things to me if anyone knows where to look, preferably someone that can be patient with me because I get confused quite often 😅😓
cobalt frigate
?looking
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
wispy owl
Thank you
floral garnet
I am like brand new, I got a starter set off some weird crackhead looking mf. Thinking of DM'ing for my first time.
Should I use a setting book or my own imagination for the first game?
Any recommendations
cobalt frigate
The Starter Set is set in the Forgotten Realms, however, you're not bound to use it. That said, you can homebrew your own campaign setting but that takes much more time and effort.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/772-new-players-guide-building-your-own-campaign
jagged shuttle
Hey guys i have basic knowledge about DND but its not to the level where i can actually play a game so i would appreciate anyone willing to teach me.
pseudo frost
?new here are some resources to help you get started
exotic remnantBOT
jagged shuttle
?new here are some resources to help you get started
Thank you kindly
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.
Both are linked above.
floral garnet
Is the Starter set, handbook, dm guide and monster Manual enough
chilly dragon
hey yall im looking for a dnd group to join. i normally play rouge if that matters at all.
echo kelp
hey yall im looking for a dnd group to join. i normally play rouge if that matte...
?looking - These are the channels we have for finding a group or game to play in. See #find-a-game for more info.
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
exotic remnantBOT
D&D Beyond
jagged shuttle
/looking-for-dm
cobalt frigate
You want the #750812887697588356 channel
dreamy stone
Would anyone know a good Bonus Cantrip as a Beginner dnd player? (Im a Wood Elf Druid)
fresh plaza
two excellent cantrips for druids: Magic Stone and Shillelagh.
dreamy stone
How is Magic stone useful? I dosnt sound to be
fresh plaza
1d6+wisdom damage? very useful
slow jasper
Would anyone know a good Bonus Cantrip as a Beginner dnd player? (Im a Wood Elf ...
If by "Bonus Cantrip," you mean that your DM is offering you an extra cantrip beyond what you're normally allowed, I'd recommend taking somethign that's off the druid list (if that's an option)
fresh plaza
Magic Stone is an excellent spell:
Bonus action to cast, so you can cast it and then throw a stone (action) that round.
Uses wisdom to attack and 1d6+wisdom damage, which means it uses a Druids best stat for both attack and damage.
slow jasper
I believe you can also use the stone from Magic Stone in a sling, no?
fresh plaza
yup, which then includes the sling's magic bonus if any.
and extends the range past 60' of course (although with disadvantage)
slow jasper
Why would it be at disadvantage if within the sling's normal range?
fresh plaza
sling has a range of 30/120'
slow jasper
yeah, which means that 31-119' is normal range, no?
fresh plaza
In any case, both Magic Stone and Shillelagh are excellent for Druids due to using Wisdom to attack/damage.
dreamy stone
Magic Stone is an excellent spell:
Bonus action to cast, so you can cast it and...
Ill look into it then, thank you :]
fresh plaza
Also, Magic Stone creates THREE stones with a single casting.
Which frees up bonus action economy in the next two rounds.
lapis condor
Rules already confusing
glass summit
Rules already confusing
dw about the nitty gritty mechanics, for your first games just focus on describing how your character does something and let your DM handle the rolling and ruling
pseudo frost
I'm dumb and didn't realize where we were lol
cold walrus
Um... What should I do with multiple consecutive horrible dice rolls?
Like, do I look for different dice apps or something? Cause the majority of it was below 10
fresh plaza
Um... What should I do with multiple consecutive horrible dice rolls?
luck is luck
were they physical dice?
cold walrus
Nope.
fresh plaza
what dice roller?
cold walrus
Used dndb dice
fresh plaza
I cannot speak to dnd beyond's dice roller, but I haven't ever heard it is biased. It is probably your bias rather than it's bias.
If someone, somewhere, didn't get a series of bad dice rolls then there WOULD be a problem
you got lucky to be the unlucky fellow who got the bad dice rolls
fun fact: most physical d20s don't roll true. They tend to roll 10-11 more often than other numbers.
pseudo frost
The d&d beyond dice roller is a physics simulation.
young dagger
Hi all, quick question: does adventurers league play a specific module, or are there different ones? Just trying to figure out what setting my character would be in when I join.
pseudo frost
Most of the AL modules are set in the forgotten realms. But there is also mist hunters (which is Ravenloft) and Oracle of War (which is Eberron)
young dagger
Thanks dunl, but I was mainly asking what would be played if I were to join an AL game next week. Is it a specific module, or any forgotten realms one? Is that up to the people at the store to decide?
For example, the wild beyond the witchlight
pseudo frost
Yeah its gonna be up to the dm. I wanna say we are in season 12, that follows spelljammer.
But they also just released guidance to play the Dragonlance adventure in AL as well. So it's really up to the dm running
young dagger
Good to know. Thanks much!
pseudo frost
We also have #adventurers-league if you have more questions
cold walrus
I cannot speak to dnd beyond's dice roller, but I haven't ever heard it is biase...
Thanks for the clarification. Was just worried if it's me or if it was a glitch or something. In this case, it's definitely my extremely bad luck. XD
young dagger
If playing XCOM has taught me anything, it’s that highly improbable occurrence are always a lot more likely than you think.
“95% chance to hit” usually feels like 75% chance to hit, even if it looks closer to 100% 😬
paper osprey
hi! i am very new to the dnd and I wanted to know where should I start because there is a lot of stuff. thanks!
i have a character but what should I do next? also I cant seem to get my character's HP above 1
pseudo frost
Have you read any of the rules yet?
quartz crane
Why do DND players have so many sets of dice like when would u need 17 d6 (made up numbers)
pseudo frost
Because it's fun collecting shiny math rocks
And I easily have a over a hundred d6. But I also come to d&d from wargaming
fresh plaza
in 4+ decades of gaming Ive lost track of more dice than I still own, and I still have a shoebox full of dice
rapid hill
hey guys! i was wondering if i could get help with designing my first real character, im pretty new and just want to try and create a sci fi character thats not broken while still having some cool features gameplay and roleplay wise with the character.
pseudo frost
Well, science fiction isn't really the standard of d&d. It's more sword and sorcery fantasy
fresh plaza
hey guys! i was wondering if i could get help with designing my first real chara...
artificer armorer, play Iron Man
pseudo frost
What resources do you own?
rapid hill
What resources do you own?
nothing
i have dnd beyond and thats it haha
ive only played online
never in person
pseudo frost
Especially for just getting started, I would stick with the options that you have access to on D&D beyond
rapid hill
its not the first time ive designed a character, just the first time i want to try designing a good character
usually i make characters that are either just unoriginal or just plain garbage
and i want to actually try this time
fresh plaza
really most characters in 5e arent garbage, though they might need tweaking
pseudo frost
Sounds like you want #1045165827068002374 then. But let's be honest, no on cares about originality. Chances are it's already been done
rapid hill
Sounds like you want <#1045165827068002374> then. But let's be honest, no on car...
thanks for the info man
fresh plaza
so state a desired concept, people will help
pseudo frost
And yeah, the way 5e is designed, it's really hard to make a garbage character. You kinda have to go out of your way to do that
slow jasper
You trying to give the minmaxers an aneurysm?
paper osprey
Have you read any of the rules yet?
a little bit yea
topaz flame
Hey y'all I'm new to this and I'ma be honest there's so much going on that idk where to start, could someone point me in the right direction lol
pseudo frost
?new here are some resources to help you get started
exotic remnantBOT
topaz flame
That's helpful thankyou
stable hedge
Hi! I'm a newcomer to DnD and wanted to follow some character making advice found on reddit. They are (for example) talking about taking the race "thiefling (winged)". I have not found any online or offline character generator software, that mentions the "winged" thiefling. Is that NOT a race or are all these character generator missing this/some content? Which character generator software is "the best" (I know, there is probably not such a thing) or the most complete? For example for Shadowrun there is Chummer5, which is pretty complete and covers all extenstions.
Or am I missing something and the winged thiefling is just a normal thiefling race wise and the winged comes in at a later stage in character generation?
edgy onyx
I believe winged tieflings are from Sword Coast Adventuree's Guide if Im bot mistaken 🤔
pseudo frost
Yup, on d&d beyond the winged tiefling are underneath variant tiefling
As far as character generators, d&d beyond is the official one
stable hedge
Ah okay. So I need to buy the sword coast adventures guide in dnd beyond to be able to use it in their charcter generator?
And if I just want to mess around with everything enabled to get a feeling what is available I have to buy the "all bundle" for $490?
Can you guys recommend another generator, that is more... accessable with some of the content?
pseudo frost
You should be able to purchase it separately without having to purchase the while book.
But if there are any character generators out there that offer this content for free, it is pirated content
vale pendant
@stable hedge the other method is to find something you like in the homebrew section of dnd beyond or make your own but if you new i wouldnt try that just yet.
stable hedge
Thanks guys! So at least now I know what to look for (and NOT look for).
austere juniper
Also as a side Note, Not every DM allows the winged tiefling Variant in their table
vale pendant
@stable hedge no problem mate also if you looking for a game to join mine is very new player friendly so whenever you interested just message me.
lyric fjord
<@122742568558526468> no problem mate also if you looking for a game to join mi...
I’m new and I think I’d be interested.
vale pendant
Actually will private message that way we don't clog the chat with messages
heavy knot
hello everyone 😄 i just joined, i am looking for a campaing i can join, i am new at this
fresh fable
Then if your happy with the rules go find a game, jump in enjoy the world
https://locator.wizards.com/ if you want to find a local store to ply in
heavy knot
https://locator.wizards.com/ if you want to find a local store to ply in
omg thanks 😄
dapper gulch
I'm just wondering what class suits the Genasi race
Any of them if your DM allows for moving ASIs.
granite sinew
Any of them if your DM allows for moving ASIs.
ASI?
simple goblet
Ability score improvement
vale pendant
I actually like the sound of that lol
simple goblet
Also if you are asking your DM about movable ASIs, it's worth also asking about changing the spell casting ability for the innate spellcasting too
simple goblet
so basically i can make a genasi whom is a monk?
Sure you can 🙂
They certainly can
granite sinew
on the other hand: is it possible to make a wood elf warlock or there's a better options for wood elfs?
simple goblet
on the other hand: is it possible to make a wood elf warlock or there's a better...
Ultimately if your DM allows you to use moveable ASIs on your race, then any race and class pairing will work fine
The design direction in recent years has been away from giving fixed ASIs to new race options and it is an optional rule to allow this for the races published with fixed ASIs
granite sinew
oh no you got it all wrong... I'm actually making my first official character to stick with
so i'm just asking for any possible combinations for a character
fresh fable
Why isn’t it recommended?
granite sinew
honestly i just looked it up, an air genasi actually suits a monk class due to a dex bonus from the air genasi
i Just rolled for my ability scores so i may need help
sand quiver
what rolls
granite sinew
I got dexterity bonus tho
granite sinew
+1 dex
sand quiver
ok
fresh fable
Why int they are playing a monk you want dex con then wisdom as your highest stats
sand quiver
16 for strength
14 for intelligence
12 for dex
12 for con
10 for rest
just my recommendations
granite sinew
ok thanks
granite sinew
Why int they are playing a monk you want dex con then wisdom as your highest sta...
you sure?
fresh fable
Your unarmoured defence is 10+dex+wisdom
sand quiver
i dont usually play monk so idk thats just what i would do
fresh fable
Your stunning strike you get at higher levels has a DC based on wisdom
granite sinew
so i should put 16 on dex then 14 on con?
fresh fable
yes
granite sinew
ok thanks man
fresh fable
Question are you joining a campaign ? Have you found a DM yet?
granite sinew
yeah, a friend of mine from belgium is being a DM and I'm gonna do a solo campaign with him tomorrow
sand quiver
are you in germany?
granite sinew
sweden
fresh plaza
Strength 12, Dexterity 16, Con 12, Wisdom 14, Int/Cha 10
If using Monsters of the Multiverse Air Genasi then +2 Dex and +1 Wisdom
sand quiver
cool
fresh fable
👍 some DMs like to see the rolls you make for your stats but your friend should be ok with yours as they are sort of near point buy scores
quartz crane
Strength 12, Dexterity 16, Con 12, Wisdom 14, Int/Cha 10
If using Monsters of th...
Does it matter if it's monsters of the multiverse?
fresh plaza
well, it affects ASI
fresh fable
Do you have the APP
sand quiver
app?
quartz crane
well, it affects ASI
Is tortle different in monsters of the multiverse?
sand quiver
what that
tall marsh
Does anyone live in the GMT+2 timezone ?
sand quiver
ohhh
fresh plaza
If using MotM or the TCE optional rule then the racial bonuses are different than the original Air Genasi
dapper gulch
Is tortle different in monsters of the multiverse?
Yup. You can choose +2/1 or +1/1/1 for your ASIs and you can choose to be medium or small.
fresh plaza
Is tortle different in monsters of the multiverse?
Every race in MotM is different from the original in at least the ASI method, if not other abilities.
quartz crane
Yup. You can choose +2/1 or +1/1/1 for your ASIs and you can choose to be medium...
Oh
quartz crane
Every race in MotM is different from the original in at least the ASI method, if...
That's weird
granite sinew
wait so i should put 14 on wis?
fresh plaza
@quartz crane EGTW vs MotM Tortle differences:
Ability Score Increase: +2Str +1Wis vs +2/+1 any or +1/+1/+1 any
Size: Medium vs Medium or Small
Claws: 1d4+str vs 1d6+str
Skills: proficiency in Survival vs proficiency in Animal Handling, Medicine, Nature, Perception, Stealth, or Survival (select one)
Languages: Aquan (which is Primordial) and Common vs Common and one other language
Alignment: tend to LG vs no alignment statements
fresh plaza
wait so i should put 14 on wis?
Monks need Wisdom
granite sinew
ah i see
got it
bout to become master oogway from the wisdon XD
about the background though, what's recommended
fresh fable
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/Rattyschof_96229764.pdf basic monk, you’ll look something like this
cursive surge
no one wants a new comer to dnd in there game lol really struggling to get someone to show me the ropes
granite sinew
damn
fresh fable
but fr what is a recommended background for a monk
Do you have an idea an image in your head of who this PC is, a concept of what they did before training as a monk
quartz crane
<@744992924311355423> EGTW vs MotM Tortle differences:
Ability Score Increase: ...
That a lot of differences kinda surprised the class are a d6 tho
granite sinew
Still thinking about the lore 😅 so it'll take some time
fresh plaza
That a lot of differences kinda surprised the class are a d6 tho
MotM updated a number of races, and I'm not surprised on the claws. TBH, 1d4 claws are nearly useless.
granite sinew
Do you have an idea an image in your head of who this PC is, a concept of what t...
Actually had an idea that my character was like a wandering trader who struggled alot for a long time, so he started to look for an answer of who he is
fresh fable
Sounds good, I wouldnt worry too much about in-depth back story if your just doing a 1on1 thing with a friend to learn the game
granite sinew
Yeah
stark rock
Hei
lyric fjord
i have never played dnd and hoping to get into it does anybody have any recommendations
pseudo frost
?new here are some resources to help you get started
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stark rock
can't be bothered
pseudo frost
Well, good luck to you then
lyric fjord
interesting ty
pseudo frost
No problem! Don't be afraid to ask questions as they come up as well
pseudo frost
Yes it is lol. The handbook helper Playlist that's linked above helps break things down nicely
pseudo frost
No problem!
ornate kiln
?looking
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D&D Beyond
ornate kiln
I also recommend checking out /lfg on reddit and roll20.net
shadow hollow
Thanks man
ornate kiln
good luck, if you want to find a local group for real life play, I recommend checking friendly local game stores
woeful mist
Some of my irl notes went wet what do I do
crude musk
That's not really a question for this channel, or even one anyone can help with
pseudo frost
Dwarf cleric is classic!
lyric fjord
wait do people actually make dwarvin clerics ?
pseudo frost
Yup!
pseudo frost
The art in the players handbook shows a dwarf cleric, and it's my father's go to character lol
fresh plaza
thought i was being original
nothing is original anymore
lyric fjord
you ight]
pseudo frost
The games been around for almost 50 years. Do yourself a favor and don't worry about originality. Just try to have fun
fresh plaza
and I've been doing the game for 4+decades of those almost 50 years :)
so I reiterate, nothing is original anymore :P
acoustic current
I'm excited to join my first game though I still need to write the rest of my characters backstories.
pseudo frost
For backstories, I wouldn't go super detailed, especially since you don't have a group yet. Broad ideas would be better as you don't know what kind of setting you will be in
prime ravine
I just looked through some guides on how to play the game, now I'd like to get started on making a character, what should be the first steps?
fresh fable
Think of a concept what kind of character do you want to play
pseudo frost
Do you have a copy of the rules?
prime ravine
I mean, I can get one
pseudo frost
?new
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prime ravine
ah, thanks
pseudo frost
The first link are the free basic rules on d&d beyond. Chapter 1 is a step by step on character creation
prime ravine
alright
acoustic current
For backstories, I wouldn't go super detailed, especially since you don't have a...
I figured not to make it too much, just enough that would be fun for DM and other players
Though I tend to go overboard at times whenever excited for something.
pseudo frost
It's more that you don't know where the campaign is gonna take place, don't know what the dm wants, who the other players are, etc.
Once you have a game and get more info, you can flesh them out a bit more
acoustic current
even if I leave the backstory open ended? I figured to give the reason why my character is out traveling and likely to meet with the party for whatever setting the dm has for them
as well any small storyline that could be fun
granite sinew
Just wondering: what background is recommended for a monk with a air genasi race
pseudo frost
What ever one fits how you envision your character
The background is a look into their life before adventuring
granite sinew
Ok
prime ravine
How do I know what values I can put into abilities and skills? Like, wich numberes I can put in?
prime ravine
ok, thanks
storm tide
hi
vale pendant
Hey
storm tide
so i just bought a dnd essentials get to get started since that’s all i could find and afford, and rn im making a character
he’s a moon elf, and he’s very proficient in magic, and he’s a sorcerer. but the way he casts magic is he enchants his fists and sorta just slaps the monsters with spells.
so, should i have him like a sorcerer with a sub class of fighter, or is there a better way i could make my character?
fresh plaza
so, should i have him like a sorcerer with a sub class of fighter, or is there a...
sub-classes are part of parent classes. Fighter is a parent class, Sorcerer is a parent class.
storm tide
ahhh, ok. this is kinda lot of info for me to handle lmao, sometimes it’s confusing.
fresh plaza
You might be thinking of multi-classing, that is where you eventually acquire an entirely different class.
winged trout
you could make a sorcerer and mainly cast spells with a range of Touch
or, you could flavor your spells as you punching the air to create a spell.
fresh plaza
My suggestion, keep it simple. You are a sorcerer, what Origin have you selected?
winged trout
I would recommend you flavor, aka just describe, your spells in that way, that way you keep your options open for spells
storm tide
bloodline is race, right? or am i confusing crap again lmao
winged trout
for sorcerer bloodline is subclass
fresh plaza
sorry, I used bloodline when I should've said Origin. (Too many editions in my head)
winged trout
you get it at level 1 for sorcerer
storm tide
so he’s a high moon elf
winged trout
it's not your race
storm tide
oh ok i’m dumb sorry
fresh plaza
examples include: Draconic Bloodline, Wild Magic, Divine Soul, Shadow Magic, Storm Sorcery, Aberrant Mind, Clockwork Soul
winged trout
no it's okay you're learning
fresh plaza
many of those may be in books you do not possess
storm tide
i don’t posses any books, their way too expensive, i couldn’t afford any
all i could buy was an essentials kit
since i couldn’t find the starter kit
winged trout
there should be a few free subclass options on dndbeyond
fresh plaza
I don't remember which Origins the EK has
storm tide
well what bloodline makes him proficient in more elemental type magic? like wind and fire and water and stuff
fresh plaza
But DnD Beyond should be granting you the origins of either Draconic Bloodline or Wild Magic
Not necessarily any of them, but right now go to DnD Beyond, see which Sorcerer sub-classes are available to you
fresh plaza
I checked, the default option available without any purchases is the Draconic Bloodline
@storm tide your best bet, post your character, we can make suggestions
storm tide
ok so i read some stuff, it said extraordinary events can happen to trigger a sorcerers power, as well as just having a latent power from their bloodline
is that right?
also why do i have to buy things to make my character? that doesn’t seem quite fair
cobalt frigate
Sure, think of it like Marvel Comics' mutants — something could trigger their powers later in life.
storm tide
ahhh, ok
cobalt frigate
also why do i have to buy things to make my character? that doesn’t seem quite f...
You have starting gear.
fiery cobalt
examples include: Draconic Bloodline, Wild Magic, Divine Soul, Shadow Magic, Sto...
I think that’s all of them.
storm tide
ok so, what if he got his magic from a mage that invaded his hometown and used a massive spell to basically nuke it, leaving some magical radiation type thing in him that fused with him and let him have access to an incredible amount of raw magic? sort of like a voldemort/harry potter type situation where harry’s power came from the spell failing and him taking a bit of voldemorts soul.
but a bit different.
do you guys think that would be a good origin for his power?
cobalt frigate
Sure? Ask your DM if it fits into their campaign setting.
fiery cobalt
do you guys think that would be a good origin for his power?
Wild Magic or Aberant mind.
echo kelp
ok so, what if he got his magic from a mage that invaded his hometown and used a...
Could fit a sorcerer's reason to have magic. But realistically a sorcerer at does not start off with "world-shattering" powers.
fresh plaza
also why do i have to buy things to make my character? that doesn’t seem quite f...
Your DM can have the books purchased and you can then use them if they share them.
storm tide
Your DM can have the books purchased and you can then use them if they share the...
well, most of it would be latent, until he got more powerful and learned how to access it and shape it.
so he would t start off incredibly broken, he’d be at a very basic level, until he could actually handle his power without killing himself.
cobalt frigate
also why do i have to buy things to make my character? that doesn’t seem quite f...
D&D, like most hobbies, isn't free. The Basic Rules are free but it's limited with the number of playable races and classes. Think of it like a video game demo. If you want to unlock to full game you have to pay for it.
Joining a campaign the DM may share their physical/digital books with you.
storm tide
ahh, ok.
pseudo frost
also why do i have to buy things to make my character? that doesn’t seem quite f...
Well the plus side of d&d beyond is that you don't have to purchase the whole book
cobalt frigate
You can buy individual playable races/classes for about $2 each on D&D Beyond rather than the entire book.
storm tide
what if i just play them anyways? nothing necessarily stops you from just joining a group and playing your character.
echo kelp
Generally it's best to run a character that fits well with the game and group playing that D&D game/campaign.
pseudo frost
Dm does have control over what they allow in the game
fresh plaza
what if i just play them anyways? nothing necessarily stops you from just joinin...
Your DM (whoever they may be) will say whether or not your character fits their game.
Which is why it is generally best to discuss any character with your DM first
storm tide
ok, i think my dm will allow it
prime ravine
So, I'm making a wizard rn, and I'm wondering where I can see the spells that you can start with.
fresh plaza
So, I'm making a wizard rn, and I'm wondering where I can see the spells that yo...
Where are you making the wizard? (like DnD Beyond? a VTT? Paper?)
fresh plaza
a PDF?
prime ravine
exactly
fresh plaza
What level wizard?
prime ravine
1 I guess, I haven't figured out levels yet
pseudo frost
Do you have a copy of the rules?
prime ravine
yes
fresh plaza
That would be my next question, what book resources are you using?
pseudo frost
There is a list of spells in chapter 10
prime ravine
That would be my next question, what book resources are you using?
the basic rules on D&D beyond
fresh plaza
ok...lets clarify: did you purchase any books on D&D Beyond? Or just the SRD (free) stuff?
prime ravine
I didn't buy anything
pseudo frost
Chapters 10 and 11 are all on spellcasting
prime ravine
Chapters 10 and 11 are all on spellcasting
ohhh, I thought it was under Equipment
fresh plaza
Chapters 10 and 11 are all on spellcasting
Philinator doesn't have the PHB
pseudo frost
I'm going off of the free basic rules, like they said they were using
fresh plaza
ahhh ok
prime ravine
ty
fresh plaza
On DnD Beyond you can also hover over "game rules", Spells, then Sorcerer
from, there you can select your desired spell level
prime ravine
ok
prime ravine
Here in the rules it says "4d4 x 10 gp" to determine starting wealth for wizards. What exactly does that mean?
Like, how do I calculate starting wealth like this?
limpid trout
roll 4 d4
pine bluff
Hi! My name is Kaedos and I am new to DND. I started a campaign a month or so ago with friends and it is going well. Other than the fact that I almost died in a lizard's stomach last night. Hehe.
What tips would you have for me to most effectively learn the game? I am still fleshing out my character. I am watching some Critical Role campaigns to see how the game can operate and for entertainment.
Currently I am playing an elf druid and am LEVEL 4 (we started at level 3). This character is based off my World of Warcraft night elf druid just to make a bit of it easier for starting out.
Really loving the game and am thoroughly addicted and excited.
fresh plaza
roll 4d4, multiply by 10, that is how much gold you have to buy your gear with. IF you do not take the starting equipment option for Wizards and your background
limpid trout
add results, multiply by 10
prime ravine
ah ok, that makes sense
ty
I'd like to keep it simple, just take the starting wealth
echo kelp
usually starting gear is a better option but talk with your DM
fresh plaza
usually, but there are exceptions. :)
prime ravine
got it
limpid trout
may i suggest if playing a magic user you at least make sure you dont forget to buy a focus or components pouch?
having to have materials in your inventory is not a fun way to play
echo kelp
usually, but there are exceptions. :)
This is the catchphrase of D&D - "there are exceptions!" lol
prime ravine
I won't be worrying too much for now, I gotta play a game first to really know what I like
limpid trout
gl with that, i just took in 5 newbies from this server. they said it was slim pickings. i suggest maybe looking around on fb as well to see if you have any groups in your area (might even be good to create a listing on fb marketplace looking for group) if you want a game here in a big community you gotta be fast
prime ravine
alright
limpid trout
playing on a physical tabletop is a better first experience imo, but online is a lot more organized
lyric fjord
so i am making a new charater and i rolled a 10 on a d-10 on hp what hp would i be at now
cobalt frigate
Level 1 characters start with max hp
So a level 1 fighter with a 16 Con (+3 modifier) has 13 hp
lyric fjord
i am a ranger i think
pseudo frost
You think?
limpid trout
i checked
Yeah, if you check your class' page in the handbook or supplementary material, itll say (at 1st level). its always max hit die + con
lyric fjord
con?
echo kelp
Constitution modifier - often shortened to "con"
lyric fjord
my dice roll?
limpid trout
what number did you assign to Con? (yes that can be one of your 6 dice rolls)
lyric fjord
wait i dont see it
limpid trout
okay so you rolled 4d6 and kept the highest 3, a total of 6 times correct?
lyric fjord
no?
limpid trout
are you using point buy?
lyric fjord
NO i am on the manage hit points thing on DND beyond
fresh plaza
What level are you Brain Rot Zee?
lyric fjord
and it told me to use a d 10
fresh plaza
1?
lyric fjord
i am making a new lvl 1 elf ranger
fresh plaza
then you do not roll for hitpoints
cobalt frigate
Level 1 characters have max hp
fresh plaza
you get the maximum, automatically...1d10 = 10 + constitution modifier
cobalt frigate
So 10 + Con modifier
limpid trout
to determine your hitpoints you add your con modifier to the max of your hit die, therefor you really need to know your con
lyric fjord
so i rolled a 10 and the base hp is 10 so it would be 20 right?
fresh plaza
NO
lyric fjord
I'M SORRY
fresh plaza
You do not roll a d10 at level 1
lyric fjord
I'M NEW OKAY
fresh plaza
That is fine, but we just explained it. :)
lyric fjord
ima send you a ss of my screen
fresh plaza
level 1: 10 + constitution modifier, no 1d10
Ok, lets make this clear:
1d10 is the hit die you get every level AFTER 1st
it is just telling you the size of your hit die.
At level 1 you get 10 + con mod
fresh plaza
The screen shot you sent, hit cancel
then show me the screen shot of the page it takes you to
Good, do not hit "Manage HP" again, you don't need it right now.
Work through the rest of your steps....btw, what are your ability scores?
lyric fjord
are you able to call so you can explain this to my smooth brain
fresh plaza
Alas, I am not at this time.
Select your proficiencies, select your Favored Enemy, select your Natural Explorer option.
then move to the next step, abilities
lyric fjord
i'll just wait for my friend to expain it sorry
pseudo frost
Have you checked out the Handbook Helper series on youtube
fresh plaza
It really is very simple, you get 10 hitpoints at level 1 (plus constitution modifier)
You do not roll 1d10, you do not add 1d10 to 10.
At level 2, you roll 1d10 or take the average. Then you add your constitution modifier (again), you add that total to what you got from level 1.
Personally I do not recommend rolling for hitpoints, ever.
lyric fjord
i havent played dnd yet i am waiting for my first ever campaign so i still know nothing i am sorry
cobalt frigate
i havent played dnd yet i am waiting for my first ever campaign so i still know ...
Again, go watch the Handbooker Helper tutorial video series on Youtube. It's much easier to digest than reading walls of text.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN
lyric fjord
okay
timber lily
Im currently a sophomore in high school and i’ve been wanting to get more experience in terms of participating in campaigns. From what i’ve seen, most of the campaigns I like are 18+ or whatnot. Any advice is welcome, open to anything at this point.
fresh plaza
Im currently a sophomore in high school and i’ve been wanting to get more experi...
It is definitely an issue. I solved that issue for my sister's kids by creating and DMing a group for them, but my solution is probably relatively uncommon.
timber lily
It is definitely an issue. I solved that issue for my sister's kids by creating ...
Yeah very. Only time i’ve really been able to participate in a group was either with my brother and his friends or a small group of online friends
both of which fell into the forbidden cycle of never finding a date to continue the next session
fresh plaza
That is more about getting a schedule hammered out in advance. :)
timber lily
true
fresh plaza
@timber lily how wide a net are you casting?
(where are you trying to find a group?)
timber lily
as of right now, anywhere i can find a group that welcomes me
whether that be here on discord or in person
harsh fjord
Where/how are you searching specifically?
fresh plaza
Let me rephrase: what resources are you using to apply? Only this Discord server?
timber lily
ah, yeah as of now im only on this server
harsh fjord
In addition to this server, 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, EN World, RPG Geek), Reddit (r/LFG, r/roll20LFG, r/DnDLFG, r/LFG_Europe), StartPlaying, and Warhorn.
If you’re interested in play by post (asynchronous text-based play), check out Role Gate, RPGCrossing, Gamers Plane, and Reddit’s r/pbp.
fresh plaza
widen your net
timber lily
mainly came here to view the communities
fresh plaza
include VTTs....and well everything iamrazorwing just wrote
but specifically VTTs, some of them have excellent looking for group resources.
If you'd rather find an in-person game, try your local game store
timber lily
VTTs?
fresh plaza
Virtual Tabletops
harsh fjord
Virtual tabletops: Roll20, Foundry, Fantasy Grounds, etc.
timber lily
ah
fresh plaza
such as....yes
limpid trout
Im currently a sophomore in high school and i’ve been wanting to get more experi...
start an extracurricular club
schools should support a club if you gather enough people to make one
timber lily
i am currently viewing the VTTs
i could start a club, but i would rather get more experience before i do so
copper wigeon
I'm loosely planning a character for my first ever game (we will all create characters together at session zero), is kalashtar a good option for a newbie? If so what should I know about them, and what should i ask/check with the dm about at session zero (its a homebrew world). If not, any good alternatives? Class would be druid btw.
nocturne minnow
I’m looking for a dnd to join
pseudo frost
?looking these are the channels we have to help you find games
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D&D Beyond
harsh fjord
I'm loosely planning a character for my first ever game (we will all create char...
There's no race that would be particularly poor for a new player, I don't think. You can check the Forgotten Realms wiki for basic lore on kalashtar, but your DM may use none of that specifically.
blissful cove
Kalashtar are Eberron iirc.
harsh fjord
Right. I figured they were in the FR wiki since that's pretty far-ranging, but you're right that it's on the Eberron wiki.
harsh fjord
I think the likeliest options for younger folks are 1) check any local game stores or libraries for tabletop programming, 2) start a club in school (or see if one already exists), or 3) be the DM and folks will want to join your game.
fresh plaza
Or have an older family member who will DM for you and your siblings/cousins/etc. :)
(I am doing that for my sister's kids and their friends)
acoustic current
is there a reason why the vc is locked?
harsh fjord
You need to be a member of the server for 24 hours before you gain access to it.
acoustic current
okay
foggy saffron
@austere elbow
@deep marsh
check the pinned post here for help in getting started with the game!
austere elbow
Where looking for
pseudo frost
?looking
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pseudo frost
Where looking for
?new
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wooden wagon
hey lookig for people to play with im new and looking for people who dont mind showing me the ropes i think ik the basics
austere elbow
hey lookig for people to play with im new and looking for people who dont mind s...
Yo if u find someone lmk im knew too
vague salmon
Do i still take fall damage when i fell somewhere below 10ft?
cobalt frigate
Typically no, it's minimum of 10 feet and per 10 feet thereafter.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/adventuring#Falling
At the end of a fall, a creature takes 1d6 bludgeoning damage for every 10 feet it fell
hard python
Yo if u find someone lmk im knew too
I am also looking for people who don't mind helping out and showing me the ropes
cobalt frigate
I am also looking for people who don't mind helping out and showing me the ropes
?looking
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signal radish
I'm not necessarily new to D&D, but I am going to be DMing for the first time next week, dose anyone have any good tips?
cobalt frigate
I'm not necessarily new to D&D, but I am going to be DMing for the first time ne...
Ask questions / advice in #dm-discussion
vagrant kayak
is there a lfg for dms looking for players
cobalt frigate
is there a lfg for dms looking for players
?looking
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nimble solar
Hello, apologies in advance if this isn’t the right channel. I’ll move it elsewhere if need be.
I’ve never made a character before, but I’m using the character builder on DnD Beyond right now. I’m at the Personal Characteristics section of my description which instructs me to choose two options. Does that mean two options from each of the four categories, or two options in total from those four categories? Can I make up my own? Can I have more than two?
I’m not part of a campaign, I’m just trying to get a sense of character building in general. I really don’t know what I’m doing.
fresh fable
What are the options?
nimble solar
The four categories are Personality Traits, Ideals, Bonds, and Flaws. Each have multiple options too.
The website instructs me to choose two, but I’m not sure exactly what that means. Maybe I can ignore it all together? I’ve never made a character before.
fresh fable
It should be one from each