dnd-newcomers

[rugged trench]

sorry mistypes had couple strokes and my hands shake

[harsh fjord]

If you know how to make a character and the basics of the rules, the next step would be to find a group/game.

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[rugged trench]

whats kind of best to start looking for community or looking for dm

[harsh fjord]

They're just different, so calling one best is kind of tough.

[rugged trench]

well i cant get out anymore, and am old man so kinda lost ith computers but want to play online since cant go to games anymore

[pseudo frost]

If you are looking for games to join, you can post in #750812887697588356 and search through the posts in both #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community. Being active in your search is gonna find a game faster than being passive and hoping a dm reaches out to you

[rugged trench]

k thanks

[cobalt frigate]

You just need a web browser to play online using a virtual tabletop (VTT), such as Roll20, owlbear.rodeo, and Foundry.

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[dull girder]

Does playing as DM dimish the enjoyment you'd get if you'd later join a game as a player since you know what's about to happen in that campaign?

[solemn light]

For prewritten campaigns? Hmm. It's a difficult one. But it can be the same if a player also plays a campaign twice. Usually then best thing to do is warn the DM currently running that you have experience with the module and know what's coming up but you don't know what your group will chose and the DM can also mix things up knowing they need to keep you on your toes.

[simple goblet]

It really depends on you as a person. If you are open with your DM about your knowledge, but can avoid using it in character or if you actively support and enable the DM running, you will be fine. If you can't, well you may not have the most fun

[ornate kiln]

It can be hard to not meta game sometimes if you have knowledge of the whole adventure. how much this ruins the game for you or the table depends on the person

[tribal sluice]

ohi 🙂

are there online games you can just join at random like now? i've heard of zombie horde etc....

[dusk tundra]

🦉

[solemn light]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[solemn light]

Also checkout things like roll20, dndbeyond forums, r/lfg so on for games. For in person games facebook, meetup.com and local game stores are a good bet.

[tribal sluice]

thanks, i guess i'm thinking quicker on-going things online......maybe that's too difficult for people to join spur of the moment

[solemn light]

It does usually take a while to join most games, even AL (Adventure League, official organised play) or oneshots, as usually there is some kind of session 0 or screening process where people make sure everyone is on the same page, is a good fit, and has a 'legal' character so on.

[tribal sluice]

right right hmm giving me ideas, thank you 🙂

[dusk tundra]

Oh lord idk where to start

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[fresh fable]

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQMqiULo_05P90SzHdyyVIcz4TGZApQ5Lb. How to make a character

[dusk tundra]

[tribal sluice]

thanks, i have a character for my friend's game tomorrow.....i was hoping there was an option that i guess doesn't exist online 😄

[dusk tundra]

Heckin I have a little character sheet my friend gave me but I don’t even know where to begin tbh 💀 especially with stats and all that

I’m tryna do research on drows rn it’s complicated 😭

[tribal sluice]

ah i watched a few elf lore videos that had a bit on drows but recommended dedicated videos lol

mine is high elf

alchemist artificer

[dusk tundra]

That’s what I’m getting into rn I’ve always love dark elves ngl I think I’m getting myself confused rn cus im reading about the underdark rn 😭

Idk if I’m supposed to learn lore first or learn how to play

[tribal sluice]

my group is mainly newb so we're learning to play first and developing our roleplay and lore after.....i'm just trying to get ahead lol

[dusk tundra]

I think I’m gravitating towards ranger maybe playing it safe with hunter 💀

[dusk tundra]

Heckkkk that sounds good my friends are newbs too playing with experienced people and they kinda just told me to play with them and just sent me a character sheet 😭 idk what to do

[tribal sluice]

i thought about what i wanted to do (support my group and make jokes) and then i decided what classes and races mixed well together

for example high elf has INT and other good stuff as an artificer

[dusk tundra]

Heck oki so learn about the races first… then classes and then see what sticks out… figure out what I want my character oh heck

Idk after that ngl

[tribal sluice]

if you really want to be drow yeah look at the bonuses and stuff

i think they play aggressive, deceptive roles and whatnot

[dusk tundra]

I read that some of them can be a tiny bit good 😭 I kinda gravitate towards darker solitary characters ngl the deceptive part might be a issue

[ornate kiln]

a drow can have any personality you want.

if your drow grew up in the cult of lolth then that would affect their personality but they might be making a conscious effort to distance themselves from their past too

[dusk tundra]

Heck is there any typa website I can look at about that kinda stuff? So far just been watching YouTube videos about this stuff

They keep saying drow are seductive etc

[ornate kiln]

I suspect they keep talking about dominant drow culture instead of inherit characteristics (I hope)

the only free source that comes to mind is he forgotten realms wiki but that has a lot of old lore mixed in with new

https://forgottenrealms.fandom.com/wiki/Church_of_Eilistraee

[tribal sluice]

my bad yeah i was thinking dominant cultures and how they're often attacked

[dusk tundra]

Oooo thank you thank you 😭 the lore is kinda overwhelming and it’s making everything really confusing ngl

[ornate kiln]

there is also very new lore about different drow cultures that arent from the underdark but community reception to that has been mixed and there isnt much material on them

forgotten realms lore is something that has been build upon, revised and reworked for decades

[dusk tundra]

I’m ngl I think you’re onto something with this I like it

[ornate kiln]

its real dense

and forgotten realms is only one of many settings

[dusk tundra]

So with the new new lore is that where the homebrew characters come from or is that a whole separate thing

[ornate kiln]

when I say new lore I still mean official material. Not sure what you mean with homebrew characters

[dusk tundra]

I think I’m getting that confused 😭 my friends are tryna tell me about homebrew characters and I don’t think I fully get what’s going on

[ornate kiln]

I dont know what a homebrew character is supposed to be. Every character is unique to the person making them

[solemn light]

Think of homebrew as mods for the game.
You have the official game (PHB, DMG, MM), then the DLCs and expansions (The other books), and then you have the community mods (Homebrew)

[ornate kiln]

there are homebrew classes and races, maybe you friends mean that?

[solemn light]

Homebrew characters would then be characters made using these mods- homebrew races, classes, so on.

[dusk tundra]

So like in Minecraft how u have the base game but u can add ur own twist to it and customize it from what the vanilla game

[sudden blade]

hey!
I've been interested in D&D for a long while now but haven't been able to find any game groups locally so I was wondering if it's possible to find some game I could join as an total beginner from here?

[fresh fable]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[steady grotto]

Hey i joined yesterday night so i didnt send a hello message but i got into elder scrolls way too much and now im interested in dnd. Is there somewhere i should specifically start for resources on how dnd works?

[solemn light]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[steady grotto]

Oh i also know of 5e which i think i could use my characters from the elder scrolls games with. Could i start with that or start with regular dnd

[solemn light]

Ah so 5e is '5th edition' and is the current edition of D&D. So is regular D&D in that sense.

[steady grotto]

Oh i thought it was the homebrew version

[solemn light]

The older editions of D&D (1e and 2e, sometimes refered to as 'AD&D', 3.0/3.5 and 4e) are still played and if you think that they'd be much better suited to what you want after looking into them, might be worth checking out. But 5e is the most accessible and supported right now.

[steady grotto]

Whats the homebrew version and would it be too complicated to start with homebrew?

[solemn light]

There is also currently right now, playtesting for 'One D&D' which is basically going to be updated 5e. So learning 5e won't lock you out.

Homebrew is just 'fan made content'. It covers a lot of things.

I'd advise against homebrew for your first time playing, as it can be wildly varied in it's balance and quality.

[steady grotto]

Ight

[quick viper]

I've played 5 adventures in Adventurers League, which have been great. I created my character by following the rules in PHB and Basic Rules. Without knowing much about the game, I created my character's backstory based on Krynn in Dragonlance. I'm not using Dragonlance rules, just the locations and history. Is using a backstory from Dragonlance legal for Adventurers League?

[smoky adder]

I’d suggest asking the folks in #adventurers-league.

[tribal sluice]

@dusk tundra This guy does character creation for a Drow Rogue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcNgj0KPYuA

[slow trout]

hello

[mint bluff]

Hello there

I am pretty new to D&D and while I have been consuming a lot of content over the last few years I have never found a way to get into it as a player, is there anything I should know before trying to get into a game?

[elfin pivot]

dont get obsessed over magic items and/or monsters

my first dm game was ruined because i liked putting way to powerful monsters into my game

because they looked cool and stuff

dont do that, i prioritize a lot of easy combat over very little difficult combat

[mint bluff]

that is good to know, and I will keep it in mind when I'll get into DMing, which I only plan doing after gathering some experience as a Player. Though I was more asking as a player, if there is anything in the process before joining a game, like character creation or something like that of which I should know about. Still thank you for the advise :D

[elfin pivot]

oh yeah thats a good idea

to start as a player

i started as DM because i didnt have a party to join

all of us were new haha

but good luck with your dnd adventures

as long as you know the rules and are into a little roleplaying you should be fine! 🙂

[mint bluff]

Thank you very much, I myself don't have a group yet, but rather plan on finding one, if here or somewhere else is not of matter. Thank you for the good wishes, I hope to make D&D a long lasting hobby of mine

[buoyant lion]

My best advice would be to find a consistent party that you gel with

The last four words being the most important

[mint bluff]

So basically look that the people I play with I also enjoy being around?

[buoyant lion]

Yeah, and vice versa. I find the people you're playing with and your relationships with them are just as important as every other aspect of the game

In my experience it's the determining factor between whether I love what I'm doing or whether I want to stop

[mint bluff]

I thought so, after all that applies for all kind of games, if you go play an FPS with team mechanics and you and your team don't get along together it won't be half as good as it would be if you all enjoy being around one another

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[nova mesa]

How many hit points should pcs have?

[buoyant lion]

A good example I can give is roleplaying. I like to roleplay, so when I'm playing a good character I'll be a supportive friend to the party, and when I'm an evil character (and directly opposed to them) I won't be
I've had issues with this, because sometimes the party takes it as a personal attack on them when I do or say evil/non-friendly things- and from my PoV that's not what I'm trying to do, I'm just playing my character

So I think knowing your fellow players and feeling comfortable around them and what they're going to do is really important

[mint bluff]

Good to know, I love acting as a whole and have been in a few small plays before, it's the main reason why I wanted to start playing D&D, the complexity of a world that a video game just can't quite replicate. It sounds so magical and I can't wait to get into my first game. Thank you very much!

[buoyant lion]

No problem! I'm speaking from experience here, simply because I've had issues with it in the past.

One of my biggest regrets in general when I've played D&D (especially when playing with people I don't know) is not making sure we all have a mutual understanding of each others' playstyles first

[buoyant lion]

Unless you have a hobby for filling out character sheets, I would suggest a lot 😂

[mint bluff]

Oh also on the topic of first game, do you know some ways to find groups I'd be able to join, I haven't quite figured out how to get there.

[hushed garnet]

Hi, Is this where the newbies go? 😮

[buoyant lion]

Oh sorry, you meant as a DM I see! My bad
Well depends on the class, race and general campaign, I think. Honestly I just feel my way around.

[buoyant lion]

I believe so :)

[echo kelp]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[hushed garnet]

I dunno where I was before but there was no conversation there so I tried the channels on the side and now here I am.

[buoyant lion]

I just joined the server myself less than 20 minutes ago so I have no idea how the bots work, but if you're looking for a group I'd be more than willing to join you fwiw

[hushed garnet]

also I dunno how to even start.

[mint bluff]

I think in this case I'd be joining you, since I am the newbie, but yes I'd be more than willing to play with you, though just so you know I am in Europe so if you have a different timezone playing together might be complicated

[buoyant lion]

Ahh I see! Well my timezone is different, but my sleep schedule is less stable than a wild mage on a Monday morning (heh), so I think we'd be fine

[buoyant lion]

You're new to D&D? :o

[mint bluff]

Well if that is the case, I'll add you on discord and we can look how we could start a campaign or anything in that direction. Like I said I am completely new to finding games so I'd be relying mostly on you when it comes to making a party/finding other ppl to play with.

[hushed garnet]

I detect like.. a joking sarcasm.. but yeah I am 😅

[buoyant lion]

Sounds great :D

[buoyant lion]

Sorry if I sounded sarcastic, I meant it genuinely

[mint bluff]

Alright, I sent you a friend request :D

[buoyant lion]

It has been accepted

[hushed garnet]

all good no worries,,

[edgy marsh]

lemme join plz

[mint bluff]

Hello there, I'd guess you are also a new player

[edgy marsh]

yes

ive played 1 time ebfore

but my character died and i went to bed lol

[hushed garnet]

woah

[edgy marsh]

[hushed garnet]

characters can die?!

[mint bluff]

well like I said in the message above, I have basically zero knowledge on how to organize parties for campaigns, so I think you'd be better off asking esper

[edgy marsh]

i guess

[carmine escarp]

They sure can😅

[hushed garnet]

but I just made mine this morning.. :c

[edgy marsh]

lol

im just trying to look for anyone i can try and play with

[hushed garnet]

I wanted to try a cleric for my first time. :3

[edgy marsh]

ah

[hushed garnet]

oh also I wanted to ask... so we have to pay irl when joining a campaign?

[edgy marsh]

sometimes

some dungeon masters charge

and some do it to have fun

[hushed garnet]

ohhh i seee..

[iron mauve]

I literally just, I kid you not maybe 10-15 minutes, made a D&D Beyond account and want to learn how to play. I played once a couple years ago but I was walked through it by my friend who asked me to play because he needed one more person. Any tips on how to get started and how to make a character would be really appreciated.

[smoky adder]

You can create a character here.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder

If you select “Show Help Text” before you start, it will walk you through each step.

[iron mauve]

Okay, thank you so much.

[smoky adder]

Generally it just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules, in order.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules

When you start at the settings page, you’ll probably want to ask your group what to put.

Or just leave it at the defaults for now, and ask later.

[iron mauve]

Okay, thanks.

[smoky adder]

And we’re happy to answer any other questions you have along the way, too.

[iron mauve]

Thank you, there's definitely going to be some.

[hushed garnet]

say, the cleric I made only had access to the life domain but I really wanted to do trickery but it doesnt show up on the list.. instead i think I have to.. go to the marketplace??

[smoky adder]

Yeah, each class has one free subclass by default.

Trickery Domain can be found in the Player’s Handbook.

?phb

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Player's Handbook

The Player's Handbook (PHB) is an official sourcebook containing the full core rules of the game. The book is everything a player needs to create heroic characters for Dungeons & Dragons the world’s greatest roleplaying game. Some of this content is available for free as a part of the Basic Rules. Learn more: https://dndbeyond.link/discordPHB

[smoky adder]

You can get just the domain, if that’s all you want. Whatever you spend gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.

But the book itself is also on sale for 40% off, sooo…

[undone otter]

Hello what is the thing in dnd called where levels 1-5 are “menial” threats, level 10 is country level threats, and 20+ are planet ending threats ?

[floral flame]

I think ima quit dnd

[fresh fable]

Why??

[foggy hornet]

Not that often if you are smart about it. If you think your character might not make it, its okay to retreat to plot your next move!

[foggy hornet]

Do you mean something like Tiers of play?

[cobalt frigate]

Tiers of Play
Tier 1 — Levels 1 to 4: Local Heroes
Tier 2 — Levels 5 to 10: Heroes of the Realm
Tier 3 — Levels 11 two 17: Masters of the Realm
Tier 4 — Levels 17 to 20: Masters of the World

[undone otter]

This is cool I mean for the threat level

But that is also cool

[foggy hornet]

Do you mean with encounters?
that would be Easy, Medium, Hard and Deadly

[cobalt frigate]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/building-combat-encounters#CombatEncounterDifficulty

[undone otter]

hmm im looking more so that it says "x is a country-level threat"

but i think the tiers is what it is

[foggy hornet]

Yeah, I think that is what you are looking for.

[undone otter]

ty!

[cobalt frigate]

That combined with Challenge Ratings (CR).

[undone otter]

Ok

[dusty kiln]

CR 1 creatures are supposed to be facing a LVL 1 party for example. But often you have to change the encounter, because CR isnt always accurate, and depends on number of party members as well as some other things

[iron mauve]

How do I learn the game without anyone to play with? Because I don't know anyone who plays and I don't think I have the availability and knowledge enough to try and find someone here to play with.

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[cobalt frigate]

Check out the first link.

[iron mauve]

Okay thank you.

[floral flame]

Idk im new and im getting stressed on making charachter sheets evry video is soooo confusing and i idk how to make one

The videos on yt dont help at all

[cobalt frigate]

Did 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

Those videos are very friendly for new players.

[crude gust]

So I've been playing for about a few months and my group meets infrequently due to scheduling issues. I'm not wanting to leave however I am wanting to do more stuff with my freetime so I was wondering would it be OK if I tried making my own campaign and being a dm for a group.

My school's club told me that I can do it, so I'm just seeing if it's more difficult for a new player to dm

[cobalt frigate]

The most experienced DMs were newbies themselves. You have to start somewhere and you can only get experience by doing it.

[echo kelp]

Being a DM is just another (fun) way to play D&D - I suggest trying it!

[cobalt frigate]

If you are interested in DMing, head on over to #dm-discussion to ask questions and for advice.

[crude gust]

Thank you

[fresh fable]

Do you have a local games store near you? Get the dndbeyond app it’s really good for new comers.

[floral flame]

Yea i do do they have tuts on how to fill put character sheets?

[smoky adder]

What have you got on your character sheet so far? Where are you stuck?

[fresh fable]

Yes https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/906096506891812875/1094326093315579974/IMG_3443.png. Click the show help txt

[floral flame]

K ima use it

[fresh fable]

Any question just ask here

Do you have an idea for a character a concept

[floral flame]

Yea i wanted a druid tiefling

[iron mauve]

If you're going to create a group I'd be interested in joining. I'm brand new and learning with people sounds like fun.

[silent pawn]

you can DM me and I will help you if you need any

[floral flame]

Ok thank you so much

[sudden blade]

Is there like restrictions on character creation that aren't automatically imbedded in dnd beyond

[floral flame]

Yea i think its broken i have the app and when i chose custom to make a character it takes me to a white screen but still in the app it may be my internet

Its working now

[sudden blade]

I mean for example skill points and equipment list or does it only allow to use the amount that is the on the base level

[fresh fable]

What you trying to do add extra weapons, put proficiency in different skills

[sudden blade]

Just trying to create the character for first game, just want to make sure I do it right

[floral flame]

Is arcana skill good for druid tiefling?

[fresh fable]

Do you have a DM? Are you in a game

[fresh fable]

Can be, depends on how you want to play your character

[floral flame]

Alright

What does the nature skill do?

I want to play like a tiefling who was abandoned bc of his species and the nature spirits raised him and has a deep connection with the forest and animals

[silent pawn]

it’s your knowledge about plants and such

[floral flame]

Ok ty

[silent pawn]

terrain animals knowledge and such

[smoky adder]

You can find descriptions for each of the skills here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/using-ability-scores#UsingEachAbility

There’s no right or wrong choice, though!

Just pick whatever you think best fits your character.

[floral flame]

Okay

Whats the sage?

[untold flint]

Did you have a question about part of the text of the Sage background?

[floral flame]

Yes

Idk what sage or haunted one is

[smoky adder]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/backgrounds/sage

Sage is basically a scholar.

[untold flint]

Did you read the text for them from the books?

[silent pawn]

he is a nerd basically

[floral flame]

Ok tyy

[floral flame]

I don't have the book

[floral flame]

Okk ty

[smoky adder]

Haunted One is generally intended for horror campaigns.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/backgrounds/haunted-one

[fluid escarp]

hello hello so im making my first character and im having trouble choosing which class fits here the best
she's someone who bends reality so it would be either a wizard or bard but they use a paintbrush to do so, so idk which class I should choose because of that

[silent pawn]

in what way do they bend reality

with illusions? with creating stuff? there is lots of ways of bending it

do they bend reality by looking into the future? do they bend reality by bending time?

do they bend reality by raising the dead?

do they make the enemy assume they are bending reality

[fluid escarp]

well I had the idea of certain colors doing different things
for example if red would be painted on someone or something it would damage them
if green is painted on a living being it heals, and if on a dead beaing in manipulates the corpes
maybe white could have something to do with time, maybe manipulating a stage of growth in someone

sry for taking so long to respond lol

[near goblet]

hello, i am partly new to dnd. i know the rules, etc etc, but never found a group to play with, in turn, never actually playing. I have the essentials kit and access to DnD beyond and stuff

[silent pawn]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

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[fresh fable]

I like it nice concept, a bard may fit you get some healing and damaging spells

[untold flint]

The specific mechanics you're describing don't really match any of the established classes, sadly

[smoky adder]

And wizards don’t have healing spells.

[fluid escarp]

yeah that's what I was thinking
but a bard seems to make more sense, but she just had a paintbrush instead of an instrument

[fluid escarp]

ohhhh ok

[floral flame]

YES IM DONEEEEE

[vernal oxide]

Good afternoon or evening Adventurers. My friend is hosting a D&D 5e game for those who are new to roleplaying and D&D and I'm looking for 3 NEW players while they are working on the short quest after character creation. We planned on starting at <t:1680982200:f> or <t:1680982200:R>.
(We will use roll 20)
(1/3)

[floral flame]

IM PRINTING IT OUT NOW

Meee

[floral flame]

How I join

[untold flint]

The Bard College Of Creation might suit your concept thematically, maybe see if your DM will let you use some form of painting/drawing tools as your spellcasting focus instead of a musical instrument

[fresh fable]

Go for it using a paint brush as a arcane focus is a great idea

[fluid escarp]

niceee ty ty

[fresh fable]

Cough wither and bloom (not strictly healing but they get hp)

[vernal oxide]

Anybody else?

[plush glade]

Hi! My names Quinn (21 he/him). I'm a new player wanting to find a game that can happen on weekdays and that would give me a more efficient learning and playing experience. I have a Roll20 account and have started learning to play on there, but the last game I played, the DM & other players didn't explain it very well. I also have a character sheet ready and waiting to be used on D&D Beyond

[fresh fable]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

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[plush glade]

Yeah I'm looking for games. On weekdays if possible 😁

[floral flame]

Yes I'm finally done with my character sheet

Can I send it so someone so I know if I did it right

[silent pawn]

sure

[silent pawn]

dndbeyond?

[floral flame]

Yesss

[fresh fable]

Link it here

[floral flame]

How

[silent pawn]

copy paste

the url

[floral flame]

Alr

[silent pawn]

or maybe in #character-discussion

[floral flame]

Alr I'm send the pic there

[pseudo frost]

You can't send pictures

[floral flame]

Bruhh

[simple goblet]

Unless you are linking to something like Imgur, but at that point why not link the sheet itself?

[floral flame]

I can't send link I have the character on the app on my phone

There is no link

Also is there a channel for find groups to play dnd with

[simple goblet]

?looking

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[fresh fable]

Go to character click the cog to export to pdf then click the share button at the top right

[floral flame]

Ok Jimmie a sec

Gimmie*

[fresh fable]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/Rattyschof_88841772.pdf like so

Yes I have 4 exhaustion it was a bad session

[floral flame]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/54157_97924044.pdf

I did it

[silent pawn]

why did you do intelligence

when you are a druid

[echo kelp]

They are new - please cut them some slack and help them learn

[floral flame]

I watched a vid and it showed all the classes and where u should put it in wisdom and intellegence

Idk tbh

[silent pawn]

Druids are wisdom people

their spells use wisdom

[echo kelp]

For druids, you usually want to have high wisdom (good for your spell casting)

[floral flame]

So I change it to wisdom right

[silent pawn]

yep

[fluid escarp]

what's the difference between wisdom and intelligence

[floral flame]

Alright Ty I'm a go fix it

[fresh fable]

Did you roll stats or use point buy ?

[floral flame]

Standard array

[silent pawn]

intelligence is your book smarts, wisdom is your perception, your common sense and intuition

[fresh fable]

Intelligence is knowing a tomato’s is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put tomato in a fruit salad

[echo kelp]

Wisdom is practical knowledge (learned from experience)
Intelligence is more like book/theoretical knowledge and maybe how to connect things together.

[floral flame]

What should be my too scores for my ability score?

[simple goblet]

The joke answer as DyingNoob already answered properly: Intelligence is knowing Frankenstein was not the monster, Wisdom is knowing that Frankenstein was a monster

[floral flame]

Like highest wisdom but then what's the next what stats make my race/class better

[fluid escarp]

so if you looked at my previous messages do you think I should invest in wisdom or intelligence? I think intelligence but that's just a guess

[silent pawn]

dexterity and constitution just so you live longer

[floral flame]

Ok ty

[silent pawn]

dexterity decrease the chance to get hit and constitution is your hp

[floral flame]

Alr

What to I put as last points

[fresh fable]

Equip your armour and weapons too

[echo kelp]

Sorry I just popped in and don't have the context for what you're referring to. What class are you playing?

[simple goblet]

Strength or Intelligence. Probably Strength as you shouldn't really need it much as a Druid

[floral flame]

Alright

So I put the least points for strength and intelligence just making sure

[fluid escarp]

ohh sorry sorry
it's kinda complicated I think it would be better for you to look at what I messaged before than for me to clutter channel more

[smoky adder]

At the top of each class description is a Quick Build guide that will suggest which ability scores to prioritize.

[tribal snow]

hello

[silent pawn]

they are both viable, think if your character is more dumb or weak

[floral flame]

I think I'm a do more weak

Intelligence is more valuable in my mind over strength

[silent pawn]

sure go ahead

[smoky adder]

For a Bard, it says this:

First, Charisma should be your highest ability score, followed by Dexterity.

[floral flame]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/54157_97924044.pdf

Updated

[silent pawn]

i would put more proficiencies in skills such as perception/insight

as they are wisdom related

and often used

[fluid escarp]

is dexterity sort of nimbleness and stamina
just general movement themed stuff

[floral flame]

Okay

[fresh fable]

Drop con and int to 12 and get your wisdom to 16

[silent pawn]

dexterity is how you agile you are

[floral flame]

I'm gonna change it now

[silent pawn]

wait point buy?

[fresh fable]

You want even numbers

[floral flame]

How do I change it to16

[fresh fable]

Your doing point buy yes?

[floral flame]

Nope standard arrangement y idk how point buy works it seems confusing

This auto correct is killing me

[echo kelp]

Standard array is fine. As you level up there will be times you can improve your attribute scores (ASI's it's often referred to)

[floral flame]

Lemme turn it off

[silent pawn]

just remember to prepare your spells

[floral flame]

I did? Did i not prepare them

[silent pawn]

can’t see that through the goofy dnd beyond sheet

but if you did great

[floral flame]

Ok i did strenght 8 dexterity 15 con 12 int 12 wis 15 cha 8 Btw im druid tiefling

Do i need to fix anything?

[echo kelp]

That looks like a good start.

[floral flame]

Ok ty

Is there a channel to find partys to play dnd with

[echo kelp]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

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[fluid escarp]

my character can have pets that fight with them right?

[pseudo frost]

That's something to ask your dm about

[floral flame]

Ok tu

Ty*

[floral flame]

I was wondering that 2

[fluid escarp]

I don't have one yet :<

[floral flame]

Same lol

[echo kelp]

Only certain classes can have animals that attack/participate in combat, rules as written.
That said, check with your DM. Also note that many DM's will target/attack pets if they are active participants in combat.

[fluid escarp]

mhm mhm

[cobalt frigate]

Noncombat pets may not survive battles, especially in later tiers where magic attacks can be very deadly (see Fireball).

[echo kelp]

beloved pets should probably not be out on dangerous adventures with you

[white spindle]

Where can i find people to play with?

[simple goblet]

?looking

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[pearl frost]

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[ornate idol]

i forgot how the passive perception was calculated

[echo kelp]

10 + wisdom modifier

That's how all passives are generated - 10 + the modifier for that skill

[ornate kiln]

+proficiency if you have it or + double prof if you have expertise

[smoky adder]

Well, 10 + what you’d normally add to the roll.

[echo kelp]

ah yes and proficiency

[ornate kiln]

and another +5 if you have advantage

[smoky adder]

And potentially others.

[echo kelp]

yep

(and thank you all for clarifying!)

[smoky adder]

Here's how to determine a character's total for a passive check:

10 + all modifiers that normally apply to the check

If the character has advantage on the check, add 5. For disadvantage, subtract 5.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/using-ability-scores#PassiveChecks

[ornate idol]

so if i have a proficiency in perception

at level 3

it's 10 + WIs.mod + 2 (PB) ?

[smoky adder]

Yeah

[ornate idol]

okay great

[dusk tundra]

Would anyone be able to help me with my character sheet?

[floral flame]

Is there a way to play dnd solo?

[echo kelp]

I recommend asking in #character-discussion - folks there can provide feedback and tips.

[echo kelp]

The game was not designed around solo play, but it is possible. There are various resources out on the internet on how to do that. I am not familiar enough with any to provide a recommendation.

[floral flame]

Oh okay

[ornate idol]

as a wizard, do I know the 3 spells at lv 1

or do I just have them in my tome so I need to prepare them ?

[echo kelp]

The class table should tell you that: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/classes#QuickBuild12

But wizards can also have more spells due to their ability to write them down in their spellbook.

The table just lists what they know generally.

[brazen garden]

Hey all, I'm looking for a group to watch/listen in on, to help me solidify the fundamentals. I've had a crash course, but want to see the flow and gameplay before I play.

[echo kelp]

I'd recommend watching the Dungeon Dude's Dungeons of Drakkenheim streams/podcasts. While they do use some homebrew rules, the majority of their gameplay stays true to standard D&D rules and mechanics.

[brazen garden]

Oh awesome. Thanks. I did try find something similar, but there were so many to choose from haha. After that how would you recommend going about finding a group?

[echo kelp]

?looking - here's channels to find a group or game to join.

[exotic remnant]

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[echo kelp]

I'd also suggest checking your local game stores/comic book stores, local community libraries, and even check with your own friends.

[smoky adder]

A level 1 wizard knows 3 cantrips, which are always available to cast.

They also learn six 1st-level spells for their spellbook. You can prepare a number of them equal to your INT + wizard level.

You can only cast the ones you have prepared, but you can change those any time you finish a long rest.

The one exception is ritual spells in your book. You can cast those as a ritual whether they’re prepared or not. (You only need it prepared to cast it with a spell slot.)

[dark wolf]

Hi!, question, i want to try and play dnd for the first time, but i dont know anything, how can i join one?

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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]

?looking

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[dark wolf]

Oh, thank you!

[cobalt hornet]

How do I change the account linked with avrae as the original no longer exists

[cobalt frigate]

#ddb-support ?

[cobalt hornet]

Tried there no one responds

[cobalt frigate]

¯_(ツ)_/¯

[cobalt hornet]

Also are there any good resources on how to speak thieves cant (i know the very basic terms for making deals but I want to know other dialogue for it)

[cobalt frigate]

Think of thieves cant isn't a true language but using a mix of body and facial language with slangs.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/classes#ThievesCant

During your rogue training you learned thieves’ cant, a secret mix of dialect, jargon, and code that allows you to hide messages in seemingly normal conversation. Only another creature that knows thieves’ cant understands such messages. It takes four times longer to convey such a message than it does to speak the same idea plainly.

[mental oar]

What do we need for our first campaign

[foggy bronze]

can some one help me lirn how to make a charectr on dnd beoned

[lyric fjord]

What do you guys reccomend doing to prepare for playing dnd for the first time? I don't plan to spend anything because I'm not sure if I'll actually like dnd that much, I just don't understand all the numbers and words

[smoky adder]

@foggy bronze ☝🏻

[smoky adder]

Work on understanding your character sheet and your character’s abilities.

Check out the Glossary of Common Terms and What to Do On Your Turn here, too:
https://dnd.wizards.com/further-resources

[lyric fjord]

Alright, thx

[deft hound]

Is there a way to just buy all my druid stuff on D&D Beyond without buying a whole book? Like I want to unlock Circle the moon druid and the cantrips that are missing like the insect can trip is there a way to do this?

I saw a post that said this: Circle of the moon is in the players handbook to get access you can either purchase the whole book or just the subclass you want. Were do I just buy the subclass though? I don't see it anywhere

[smoky adder]

It’s inside the book.

?phb

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Player's Handbook

The Player's Handbook (PHB) is an official sourcebook containing the full core rules of the game. The book is everything a player needs to create heroic characters for Dungeons & Dragons the world’s greatest roleplaying game. Some of this content is available for free as a part of the Basic Rules. Learn more: https://dndbeyond.link/discordPHB

[smoky adder]

If you head to that page and scroll down.

Whatever you spend on those gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.

(Worth noting that the book is currently 40% off, though.)

[cobalt frigate]

The PHB is still on sale for $17.99

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[winter viper]

So me and a few friends who have no experience with dnd at all started playing and we met up for a sort of session 0 today to make our characters and what not and it seems like it’ll be really fun but I’m not even sure we set everything up properly and I still feel relatively confused and like I don’t truly understand some of the basic things

I was wondering if anyone here had pointers or advice they wouldn’t mind giving out it would be really helpful and I’d appreciate it tons

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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 listed above.

[winter viper]

Shiiieeeet thank you I’ll check that out

[silent pawn]

if you have any specific questions you can DM me

I should be able to answer any questions you have

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[abstract patrol]

Hi can someone help me with how subclasses work?

[ornate kiln]

at a certain level (dependant on class) you chose a subclass and gain some features for that subclass. at later levels, whenever you gain a subclass feature, you get the ones of the subclass you chose earlier

[smoky adder]

It’s essentially a specialization for your class.

So you might have two Fighters in the group, but if one is a Battle Master and one is a Rune Knight, they’ll each have a few unique abilities.

[cosmic obsidian]

Anyone know how you would roll with advantage on roll20.net?

[silent pawn]

if your class is your specialisation, subclass is your specialisations specialisation

[crude musk]

You want #third-party-tools-archive

[lyric fjord]

Anyone have tips for blood hunter?

[unique zinc]

Haven’t used it but I’d assume you would just roll twice and use the highest roll, I think everyone in the lobby can see what you rolled ( especially the dm) so no stress about cheating 🙂

[cosmic obsidian]

Ahh thats an easy way to do it ty

[unique zinc]

Q: just started getting into D&D… it’s rather daunting and also want to learn how to be a DM… any advice or YouTube tutorials for beginners anyone recommends?

[unique zinc]

I watched VLDL (highly recommend their D&D series!!) play their isolation games on roll20 back in the rona dayz 🙂

[cosmic obsidian]

Vldl?

[abstract patrol]

what channel would I use for lfg as a player?

[sinful widget]

I keep seeing "homebrew" what is it

[slow jasper]

"Homebrew" is content people create on their own, outside of published material.

[sinful widget]

Ooh ok ty

[opaque stirrup]

#looking-for-players 😁

[harsh fjord]

Check out Matt Colville’s “Running the Game” and Tabletop Weekly Archive’s “DM 101,” both on YouTube. Those should get you started.

[smoky adder]

Handbooker Helper is another popular one:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN

[cobalt frigate]

Feel free to ask questions and for advice in #dm-discussion

[mellow sage]

Hey all, new to DnD and have been super interested in wanting to get into it for a while now. I tried back in high school, but had a hard time. Recently I’ve been super into DnD podcasts and figured I’d give it another shot.
however I have a bit of a stupid question: when would be the best time to make my character? Before the DM has the campaign fleshed out or after?
I’ve tried making a character, but got stuck on the backstory, specifically on where they were from, so would it be better to wait until after the DM had it all fleshed out, to set my character to be from an in-story town?

[smoky adder]

I’d suggest coming up with a few loose character ideas.

Then you can work with your DM once they’re ready to find the right fit and add any remaining details.

[iron mauve]

As someone who's also new to DnD who's working on learning how to be a DM I'll tell you that it probably depends on your DM and their compaign. Most of the players in my group made their character after I gave them the campaign (we're using a premade because we're all beginners) and stuck to that idea. I think you base your character around the setting, and if you don't know that make some loose ideas.

[fresh fable]

Come up with character concepts, if you make them before finding a campaign use point buy or standard array and keep the backstory vague so you can flesh it out when you do find a DM to fit their setting

[mellow sage]

Alright, cause the main part I’ve been having trouble with has been the backstory. I’ve had a few character ideas but find it hard to properly execute them, even when using dndbeyond. It does seem to make more sense to keep it vague or wait until getting the campaign from the DM

I might try applying the knife theory to the backstory, when I get around to it

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[cinder pumice]

Hi, I’m pretty new to dnd, where can I find a Group to play with online?

[modern pulsar]

How the f do you calculate a saving throw vs spells?
It says they have to make a dex save, but what's the number to beat in tht save?

[cobalt frigate]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[cobalt frigate]

If the spell is being cast by an enemy, then the DM has that DC number.

The DC is typically 8 + Proficiency Modifier + Ability Modifier

[edgy onyx]

And to add for clarity, the ability modifier is the one that the caster uses for their spellcasting

[smoky adder]

Correct

For a player, it’ll be listed in your Spellcasting or Pact Magic feature.

(If you don’t have a spellcasting ability, it’s treated as a 0.)

[lyric fjord]

does anyone know of a vc

[lilac flicker]

Hi,I'm new to dnd.I have no access to any items or equipment but would love to play some D&D if someone wants to play with and help me

[echo kelp]

You could look in #looking-for-community for other D&D communities that may have voice chat

[echo kelp]

?new - Heres links to some great resources to help get you stared - including the free basic rules.

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[granite jay]

I am new obv but i would like to know. how do i join a game?

[echo kelp]

?looking - These are the channels here to fins a group or game to join and play D&D

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[echo kelp]

I suggest looking at the #looking-for-players channel as this is where DM's post that they are looking for players for their game.

[granite jay]

thanks, so their isnt a list or something that can make me join?

[echo kelp]

Just use the thread attached to their post to inform them that you're interested.

[granite jay]

k thanks

[lyric fjord]

is there any vc to join in

[echo kelp]

There are no VC channels on this server - see #server-announcements

[lyric fjord]

thank you

[hollow plume]

Hey everyone! I am a brand new player and I’m just trying to figure out where I should start!

[harsh fjord]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[hollow plume]

Thank you

[floral flame]

How do we make a announcement for looking for a party

[cobalt frigate]

Check out #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community

[floral flame]

Yea but how do we make one

It dont let me make a messege

[fresh fable]

#1075498333705089084 and type /looking-for and choose the one you want

[floral flame]

Once again your helping me ty 😭

[fresh fable]

👍

[brittle tartan]

Hi, I've been playing my first D&D campaign with my friends and it's gotten me interested in DMing a game myself. What I'm mostly concerned about is coming up with a good adventure to take the PCs on and doing improv for NPC interactions. I'd been thinking about doing something homebrew but I don't want to get too in on over my head right from the get-go (probably will just fiddle with a known starter kit for now but ideally I'd like to eventually go completely custom with custom classes, mechanics, rules and system, etc.). Any recommendations for what I could do to make it an enjoyable experience?

[simple goblet]

Your plan with fiddle with one of the starter adventures sounds good. The general advice is don't go for significant mechanical homebrew changes until you understand the system, as it is very easy to do something that massively unbalances things

[cobalt frigate]

Learn the rules before you break them.

[iron mauve]

What I'm doing right now, also a new DM, is I'm starting a campaign with a premade campaign from D&D Beyond so I can get the feel for DMing without being worried about my story building. I'm taking notes down on how it is because it helps me understand how I would put my own campaign together when I start.

[brittle tartan]

I'll probably do something like that. My friend who's DMing our campaign rn is homebrewing it but it's based off the Forgotten Realms setting

Really I just want to do a D&D campaign that just doesn't have magic but still a fantasy-esque world with different races and stuff. I might add in custom classes and maybe change a few skills to compesate for the lack of magic but yeah.

I kinda wanna see how characters will deal with the fact that you can't just magic your way out of a situation

[keen wadi]

hello, im a complete new beginner and i've yet to complete nor start a d&d campaign, i'd like to know how to play and learn the ropes and such, my friend knows a bit more about d&d but has never played it aswell, anyone know of any guides and/or ways to learn the ropes of the game and such?
i dont even know how to create a character correctly either but i am willing to learn how to

[tropic epoch]

^ kinda same yeah

[sullen geyser]

^similar, but have only played in 2 sessions, most of the time in the town + never had any combat

[smoky adder]

There’s some good links here to get you started:

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[smoky adder]

But if you’ve got any specific questions, ask away!

[keen wadi]

how exactly does one start a d&d campaign/find people to do one with?

[tropic epoch]

my big brother kinda explained to me how to create a char and stuff but what im really looking for is people to start a campaign with/join one

[keen wadi]

well i kinda know how to make a character via D&D beyond, but i have absolutely no idea on how to play or find a dungeon master

[smoky adder]

#find-a-game has instructions for you.

[snow harbor]

Hello, im kinda new in discord dnd. I havent started a sessio yet but would like to try out for the first time. I haven't played dnd but know a few things about it to understand. If anyone is interresed to do a game session. Ping/message me and wanted to begin like 5pm so that it can be 2 hours only.

[smoky adder]

If you’re looking for a game to join, check out these channels:

[snow harbor]

Note im not good to be a dungeon master

[smoky adder]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[iron mauve]

I have a group and we're all beginners. We have space for 2 more. It's mostly all beginners or people with very little experience.

[tropic epoch]

can i join yall ?

[snow harbor]

Thats nicw but can we do tomorrow, it the middle of the night

Like something around 5pm/est

[iron mauve]

I'll private message you about it

[snow harbor]

Thnks

[tropic epoch]

ight

[distant warren]

when are you guys going to play ? i’m new

[snow harbor]

Tomorrow

I think

[iron mauve]

Our first planning session is this coming Saturday. We're coming up with a time currently.

[snow harbor]

Thnks

[distant warren]

are you playing via discord or dndbeyond?

[tropic epoch]

also like i have another guy who i think would like to join not sure couse havent asked but yeah

[iron mauve]

It's going to be a discord VC probably but the campaign is on DND

[snow harbor]

Ok

[distant warren]

if you have room i’d love to join

[iron mauve]

it's on discord and dnd beyond so sure. We're trying to accept people who are learning so sure.

[snow harbor]

See you tomorrow. Sleep well, dont let vecna get to you Venca is a dnd name

[tropic epoch]

yeah he also is new so if u can like make a vc server group or whatever just so we can like comunicate

[iron mauve]

If you want to join @distant warren and @tropic epoch private message me and I'll get you the server link

[distant warren]

okay !

[keen wadi]

we are currently 3 players looking for 2 more and 1 dm

[snow harbor]

Hamd out

Wait wrong text

🖐️

[iron mauve]

We have many more than 2 and I'm not a great DM, this is going to be my first campaign, so I don't know how you'd feel about that. I also have a very busy schedule so having two campaigns would be difficult to manage.

[snow harbor]

Being new to DM makes the campaign great

[keen wadi]

ah, understandable we can try to find another dm though so its all good

no worries

[echo kelp]

Hi folks! Please use the proper channels (or private message) when trying to set up/coordinate groups and games. See #find-a-game for info on our #looking-for channels. Thanks!

[iron mauve]

I'm sorry for using the wrong channel, that was my bad.

[echo kelp]

No worries - it's a big server. Just try and use the most proper channel for the topic of discussion.

[dusky mauve]

hello

[echo kelp]

Welcome!

If you're new to D&D check out the pinned message here in the channel. It has lots of good links to help get you started.

[dusky mauve]

thank you

[lament escarp]

me too my charcter is made played at local game store last night would like to plkay online to i have a warlock /roge dark elf

[echo kelp]

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[echo kelp]

^ These are the channels to find a group or game to join. See #find-a-game for more info on how to use those channels.

[real sleet]

hey can anybody help me understand how to run a modual

[echo kelp]

If you need to get into specific details we have #1029833015423143957 - just find the specific adventure you need help with and post there.

[harsh fjord]

You can also ask generalist DM questions in #dm-discussion. I found a few YouTube videos you might wanna check out as well:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbLr2wfO9KI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcjK8oXEx5I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtycBDDzeJI

[smoky adder]

Is there something specific you’re not sure how to do?

[pearl frost]

D&D Learn to Play Event!

On April 7-9, local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting a series of learn-to-play events, and you’re invited! Get the full details here.

[robust sky]

then on english... is someone here who would have a time for a new contact im new to the game invited from some friends and now i try to learn everything and i would like to have someone who is already experienced with D&D and D&D beyond?

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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.

[robust sky]

Yes im new... seems like people here have a problem woth me sesrching for people woth experience to learn from them and not spend hours reading the books and manuels😂 thats sad i was hoping this here connects people. Cye

[echo kelp]

Unfortunately we don't have the time and space to teach people D&D one on one - best to at least give the rules a look and ask any questions as you come across things.

[cobalt frigate]

Because there are new people joining the game here regularly every day. It's asking a lot for people take hours of their free time to teach all these new people.

[desert elk]

Hi, I was wondering if I could get some help with my character.

I've done a lot of reading but it still feels so complicated

on what I want to achieve, and if it is within the rules

[echo kelp]

what are you stuck on?

[desert elk]

So I think I've decided I want to build a Water Genasi Druid.

I've listened to a lot of podcasts but am not exactly experienced in playing or creating a character

I basically want to build a Water Genasi that can turn a game tile into a hazard somehow, like an acid puddle or something and can then transform into a giant crab to grapple and put people in said tile. That's the combat function

[echo kelp]

I wouldn't get too caught up in the meta of character builds. Focus on the core basic mechanics.

[desert elk]

Is that possible

True, that's solid advice

I can use the Druid's wild shape to become a crab, right?

[echo kelp]

A druid has spells that can help create environmental hazards and yes, can wildshape into certain creatures.

[desert elk]

Okay amazing, I at least know it's possible now

[echo kelp]

I would make sure water genasis are okay in whatever game/campaign you're playing in - some games may want to lock down character options for story's sake.

But yeah, your build is something that's possible.

[desert elk]

Thank you @echo kelp thats really good advice.

I wanted to present my DM with a character idea but mainly wanted to make sure it was acceptable within theory first

[ornate idol]

is there anything close to a sniper in the game ?

[hybrid lichen]

Rangers I guess?

[ornate idol]

no

like the actual sniper

the gun

because I'm a bit confused on why taking the Sniper feat

i don't know if it's called like that in english

[smoky adder]

There is no official Sniper feat.

[ornate idol]

the one in the PHB

[smoky adder]

There’s one called Sharpshooter.

[ornate idol]

yeah this

I guess that's called like that

[smoky adder]

But that’s for any ranged weapon, which is primarily bows.

[hybrid lichen]

It isn’t specifically for ‘sniper’ weapons, just ranged weapons

[ornate idol]

okay thanks

[sullen marsh]

would it make any sense for a noble to be a ranger?

[pseudo frost]

Why not?!

[echo kelp]

sure - protecting their lands/nation/folks

[sullen marsh]

okay lol. i saw that they were used to like... hardships and my character absolutely isn't yet

[echo kelp]

or maybe just into hunting down the most monstrous creatures for trophies

lots of ways to flavor it

[sullen marsh]

this def makes the most sense. ty y'all i'm still trying to work out some things lol.

imma be in this chat 24/7

[echo kelp]

well... do take time to reflect that it's just a game and the point is to have fun. I would not recommend getting overly consumed by it!

[sullen marsh]

ofc ! it's just I don't want to invest in a character that makes 0 sense 💀 but yeah. I hope it's as fun as I've heard

[trail prism]

So could anyone possibly hep me with trying to get my character set up I can’t figure out somethings even with looking it up

[hybrid lichen]

What don’t you understand?

[trail prism]

I can’t find what book P.O. learn master is in I’m trying to build a multiversal hexblade

Polearm*

[cobalt frigate]

PHB

[echo kelp]

Polearm Mastery is a feat found in the Players Handbook.

[trail prism]

See I looked never found it I guess I missed it I have everything written down that I need but I’m just having a hard time finding all of my sources

[cobalt frigate]

Chapter 6. Feats
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/phb/customization-options#PolearmMaster

[trail prism]

Thank you guessing it doesn’t pull up on D&D beyond?

[sullen marsh]

is draconic a universal language?

[cobalt frigate]

It's not Common.

[sullen marsh]

okay

[echo kelp]

You have to own the Players Handbook (on DnDBeyond) or be in a campaign with content sharing enabled that has access to it to use it on DnDBeyond.
Or you can use the homebrew tools to create it for yourself - just don't publish it.

[trail prism]

Oh ok thank you

[sullen marsh]

on D&D beyond, the background language for elvish doesn't show up? do I need a book or something

[trail prism]

Just realized I didn’t have the PHB🤦‍♂️😂

[cobalt frigate]

Which playable race did you choose?

[sullen marsh]

Elf - High elf

[cobalt frigate]

It should already be in your languages by default.

[sullen marsh]

oh! nvm ty

[trail prism]

Is thirsting blade or booming blade in the PHB?

[sudden zodiac]

never heard of thirsting blade

[smoky adder]

It’s a warlock invocation.

Basically their equivalent to Extra Attack.

[trail prism]

Do you know if it is in the PHB or in a different book?

[smoky adder]

But yes, it’s in the PHB.

[trail prism]

Oh ok maybe it’s a higher level too access it

[smoky adder]

Booming Blade was originally in SCAG.

And I think it got reprinted in XGTE or TCOE.

[smoky adder]

Prerequisite: 5th level, Pact of the Blade feature

[trail prism]

Thank you I found it an I think booming blade is in TCOE because I have XGTE an don’t have it

[smoky adder]

Yeah, it is TCOE.

[trail prism]

I’ll just have to write it down for the time being and look it up for when I actually can get it on my hexblade

[small aspen]

Soooooo...how do I make a character?

oh boy am I new at this

[humble scaffold]

Hey so am I

[lyric fjord]

same... ish.

[trail prism]

Y’all on DnD beyond or like a character sheet?

[smoky adder]

You can create one digitally on D&D Beyond.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder

[small aspen]

We have so much in common lol

[small aspen]

Nope

[smoky adder]

If you click “Show help text” there at the start, it will walk you through it.

[lyric fjord]

Beyond. I Just have a few things to fine tune though

[sullen marsh]

It’s twinnem 🥰🤞🏽

[smoky adder]

But mostly it just follows the first few chapters of the Basic Rules, in order.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules

(If you don’t have a DM yet, just skip the Settings page at the beginning for now.)

[trail prism]

If you aren’t on DnD beyond I have no clue I’ve never made a character on a character sheet I’ve always used dnd beyond

[humble scaffold]

I got d&d beyond but I don't know 1 what any of the settings mean 2 can't find any campaign that is starting as soon as today and is a oneshot

[smoky adder]

If you did want to do it by hand, you can print a blank character sheet here:
https://dnd.wizards.com/resources/character-sheets

[small aspen]

So you're saying DnD beyond is my go to, got it lol

[smoky adder]

Again, if you don’t have a DM yet, just leave the settings at their defaults for now.

[trail prism]

Very much so it is very helpful

[humble scaffold]

Ok

[smoky adder]

When you get to Ability Scores, I’d recommend Standard Array or Point Buy for now as well. Once you’ve got a DM, they’ll let you know if they want something different (like having you roll).

[lyric fjord]

speaking of DM's, do you know a good DM to help set up a game with a complete stranger to DnD? (I am referring to myself)

[smoky adder]

Tons of groups are willing to accept new players, if you let them know up front.

[sullen marsh]

If u can find one like that lemme know too cause☝🏽😭 I’m very new and I learn by experience

[smoky adder]

But I don’t have any specific recommendations.

[lyric fjord]

will do!

[smoky adder]

We’ve got a few channels you can look through, though.

?looking

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[lyric fjord]

cheers

[sullen marsh]

So I’d be looking for a DM ?

[smoky adder]

If you want to join as a player, you can post in #750812887697588356, yes.

Or you can look through the games DMs have already posted in the other three.

Or both.

[humble scaffold]

I just if anyone's up for playing d&d on d&d beyond I just posted something in looking for DM's

[lyric fjord]

Alright. Now I wait. Here's hoping.

[proud vine]

hi im new here

i want to learn how to play dnd but i don't know where to start

[sullen marsh]

I’m rlly new too but I suggest DND beyond ! Check out the basic rules and scroll through

[proud vine]

thanks

[sullen marsh]

Ofc

[small aspen]

Coolio, my character's made! What now...?

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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.

[proud vine]

Thanks

[dusk tundra]

Bless this message

[pearl bridge]

I’m a brand new player I just downloaded d and d beyond and am interested in learning how to play and am wondering if someone would like to help? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[lime wing]

Wassup new players

[severe idol]

hi

[lime wing]

im also new lol

[severe idol]

sammeeeee

so what now

[lime wing]

aaaaa we just cool like that

I mean ive been lookin for games

its real tough tho

[severe idol]

aaa ok mabye of we all go together it will be easier

[lime wing]

yea if we get like 1-3 more players we can ask for a DM

instead of trying to join random groups

[severe idol]

alr

is jae still here?

nope nice

[lime wing]

yeah nope

[pearl bridge]

I’d like to join yes

@ me so I get notifications please

[severe idol]

@pearl bridge alr

[pearl bridge]

Do y’all want to play?

[severe idol]

yeah we are looking for a group

and dm

[sullen marsh]

More new players omg

Hi🥰

[severe idol]

oohi are you new too

[sullen marsh]

Yesss

[severe idol]

nice @pearl bridge @lime wing

[pearl bridge]

Yes

I’m new

[severe idol]

we found our 4th member time for a dm

[pearl bridge]

Ok perfect

[mild kernel]

how do i find a dnd group?

[severe idol]

i have no idea

[sullen marsh]

#750812887697588356

Go to the #1075498333705089084 and use the cmd there

[mild kernel]

cool thx

[severe idol]

anyone here know how to send a looking for dm messege

[sullen marsh]

In the channel?

[severe idol]

yeah

[pearl bridge]

Are we gonna play or what?

[lean kernel]

What is Theater of Mind?

[severe idol]

we need a dm

[lime wing]

I created a post for 1

for a DM

[severe idol]

can you make a post for 4

[lime wing]

I did

I misclicked the 1

[severe idol]

alr

[slow jasper]

Theater of the Mind is where you play without any physical (or digital) maps, etc. and everything is just described and in your imagination

[lean kernel]

Ah ok

[sacred venture]

Hey! I am super new and have played once! Looking for a bit of help with all the jargon and just to meet new people to learn with!

[solemn light]

Can't recall if we have the new player FAQ on this server that lists some of the most common abbreviations and terminology you'll see, but do you have any questions to help narrow down what sort of jargon you need help with before you get helpfully spammed with any word we can think of?

[peak crane]

Hi, I'm totally new to dnd and would like to play some kind of beginner friendly campaign if anyone is interested. Unfortunately, I know almost nothing about this game so if you want to play with me just be ready for a lot of questions

[iron mauve]

If you private message me I can help you out as I'm a beginner DM and I have another beginner who I was talking to yesterday so we can make a small campaign. But this is the wrong channel to do this exchange in so yeah you can private message me or use #1075498333705089084

[peak crane]

oh, mb

[iron mauve]

it's alright, I'm just letting you know

[carmine holly]

Hi, I am new to DnD and I am searching a German speaking community.
Can I find such a community on this Discord? Or is it only English DnD Community Discord?
Best Regards Lucyfer

[dull girder]

How spacious is that campaign 👀 could it possibly fit an extra 🧙‍♂️?

[iron mauve]

Sure, but private message me about it because this is the wrong channel and I don't want anyone getting in any trouble

[echo kelp]

That is correct - take any game organization either to the proper channels or use direct messaging

[sacred estuary]

How long does dnd runs usually. Like average hours?

I'm new by the way so thats why i am asking.

[echo kelp]

2-6 hours

Average I'd say probably around 3-4 hours.

[sacred estuary]

Oh okayy

[fresh plaza]

My average session length is 4 hours.

[sacred estuary]

Do you just die at the end or?

[fresh plaza]

But I am old and cannot do marathon sessions anymore

no....campaigns go on for months or years

[sacred estuary]

Ooh

[fresh plaza]

that is just a session

[sacred estuary]

Okay okay

I'm so confused, because this seems pretty complicated:D

We needed something to play with my friends so this crossed in our minds

[fresh plaza]

For a level 1-13 adventure it could take a group 1-2 years to do it. Depending on how fast they move, the adventure, and if you play weekly etc.

[sacred estuary]

whaaat

[fresh plaza]

Some will be faster, some slower

But at a rate of one session a week for 4 hours a session, 1-2 years sounds about right for most level 1-13 adventures.

[sacred estuary]

is 13 max level?

[echo kelp]

In D&D 5th Edition, level 20 is the highest level a PC can reach.

[fresh plaza]

no, but many gaming groups don't go past level 13-15, things get weird quickly in the higher levels.

and many pre-written adventures don't go past 13-15.

[sacred estuary]

oh okay

is DM job hard?

[fresh plaza]

yes and no? It depends on the players, on the adventure, on the workload the DM puts on themselves.

[sacred estuary]

For me it looks like real job:D

[fresh plaza]

Ive been doing it for 30+ years and haven't been paid yet 😛

[sacred estuary]

well reason why i think would be that im new so:D

holy

thats a long time:D

[echo kelp]

I DM because it's fun and another way to play D&D

[sacred estuary]

true

i think we need dm then that would teach usxD

[fresh plaza]

I get to come up with fun ideas to torture errr entertain my players with.

[sacred estuary]

x

[fresh plaza]

smirks

[sacred estuary]

xD

is it hard to find dm?

like experienced one?

[fresh plaza]

Yes, it can be. The pool of DMs is much smaller than the pool of players.

[peak crane]

are there any campaigns that last 1 or 2 sessions or maybe a bit longer?

[fresh plaza]

Your best bet is to have one member of your group be the DM. You can take turns with each new adventure.

[sacred estuary]

okay

[fresh plaza]

Run mini-adventures so each can take turns more often.

A level 1-3, 3-5, 5-7 etc breakdown can be done in a much shorter timeframe.

[sacred estuary]

Is there like good tutorial for being dm?

[fresh plaza]

those are called One Shots

One-shots should be done in a single session, but sometimes take longer..like 1-3 sessions

[peak crane]

aight, thanks

[near goblet]

does any new player want me to dm a solo encounter for them?

just a quick fight with a bandit, with some story and if anyone wants i can include some roleplay at the beginning

[echo kelp]

Please use the #looking-for-players channel to arrange games

[near goblet]

so if you're new, and have low-level character lmk

oh ok sorry

[elfin pivot]

i still dont understand how hitpoints work in dnd. how do i calculate my hit points and what does my hit-die do? 12HP seems to low and 35 seems to high

[near goblet]

you roll hit-die to regain hitpoints

but you cant just use them when you want

you're only allowed when an item or spell or etc says so

you also gain hit-die you use after a short rest/long rest

[elfin pivot]

aha

and how do i calculate max HP

[near goblet]

actually idk

[elfin pivot]

aha

[echo kelp]

Your class determines your hit dice. Each time you level up you gain another hit die. You can either roll that hit die and add to your hit dice pool or take the average. Every time though you also add your constitution modifier.

This then becomes your hit points pool which represents how much damage you can take before falling unconscious and taking death saving throws.

[hallow current]

hey i joined a while ago but got very busy with real life, i have a basic character i made from back then, where could i share it and ask for feedback?

[fresh fable]

#character-discussion

[hallow current]

thank you

[sinful rivet]

Hello! Im entirely new to the D&D world, can someone help me get started? I have no idea what to do.

[smoky adder]

Welcome! There’s a few helpful links here to get you started.

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[sinful rivet]

Thank you!

[lost mortar]

Note it's not just experience, but chemistry you want to find.

I've played with twenty year DMs who I couldn't stand and a first day DM I really enjoyed.

[sullen marsh]

I had no clue finding a dm was so hard😭

But ig that makes sense

[golden grove]

Hello all! First timer to D&D and I was looking to see if anyone would be willing to help teach me the basics? My group is 4 people in total (1 DM and 3 Players - I am the DM) so there are lots of things I am confused on when getting the party to do certain actions and rolls, thank you! - Feel free to DM me

[cobalt frigate]

You can ask questions / for advice in #dm-discussion

[ornate idol]

what would be a good subclass for a sneaky/stealthy sorcerer ?

[harsh fjord]

Shadow?

[ornate idol]

shadow magic from XGtE ?

[ornate kiln]

I would suggest Aberrant Mind from tasha's

[high narwhal]

Any tips for a new DM?

[cobalt frigate]

First check out the #dm-discussion channel

[severe jungle]

Is Waterdeep: Dragon Heist a one shot? Or could it be played within like, 5 games of 2.5 hours

[cobalt frigate]

No it's not an one-shot. It's a full blown adventure from levels 1 to 5

[severe jungle]

Alright. About how long would that take in games of 2 hours?

[cobalt frigate]

How long depends on your players. They control the pacing.

[severe jungle]

That's fair, thanks

[harsh fjord]

Here's my generalist list of tips. #dm-discussion message

[thorny gate]

Hi! I’m new to DND and would like to join some players. I’m interested in DND, but I have no friends to play with. Are there any open groups?

[cobalt frigate]

Check out #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community channels.

[cobalt frigate]

Have you read the (free) Basic Rules yet?

[oblique cedar]

Just got into dnd yesterday what is the first thing I should do

[cobalt frigate]

@mortal coral One of you has to volunteer to be the DM (Dungeon Master). The players DO NOT read the adventure because that ruins the game if they know what's going to happen.

[cobalt frigate]

You read the Basic Rules.

[mortal coral]

Oh okay

[lyric fjord]

Read up on the rules, thats def step 1

[oblique cedar]

I haven’t purchased anything

Yet

[cobalt frigate]

Which Starter Set did you get? The one with the blue dragon the cover?

[oblique cedar]

Also where are the basic rules?

I’m sorry I’m just incredibly dumb

[lyric fjord]

You can find the free rules on WoTC's website. I would highly recommend picking up the Players Handbook if you wanna get more into the game as well

[oblique cedar]

Sorry if it bothers but could I be provided your recommended link?

[lyric fjord]

Not a bother friend! Sent it your way. I haven't looked at the basic rules in a hot minute, but the players handbook will be a great guide as well once you feel ready to buy it.

There are also the starter sets which are pretty nice as well

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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.

[abstract delta]

so me and my friends all want to play dnd together but dont have a DM, is there any way to find one online? (we all live across the country)

[echo kelp]

#looking-for-players is DM's looking for players

[remote bison]

Hey I am a newcomer how do I join an online campaign

[echo kelp]

See #find-a-game for info on how to use our #looking-for channels

[echo kelp]

?looking - These are the channels here to find a group/game to play in.

[exotic remnant]

D&D Beyond

Ready to play some Dungeons & Dragons?

The quick-start guide below explains how to find a game here on our server. Check out #find-a-game for the channel rules, FAQ, and off-server game options.

Our Game Channels

• #750812887697588356 has players who are ready to join a game.
• #looking-for-players has unpaid DMs offering a traditional D&D experience: a single party playing together through a shared adventure.
• #looking-for-community has free community-style games like West Marches, One-Shot locators, and more. These are easy to join and regularly active, but you might play with different people each session.
• #paid-looking-for-game has games that require payment to join. These games might offer a more professional DM experience or more consistent participation.

How to Join

The best place to start is by replying to the messages that have already been posted. You can use the thread attached to the post or send the user a direct message.

To post your own instead, simply type /looking-for, select the channel you want, and send.

Be respectful, and have fun!

[floral flame]

Anyone know how to find groups to play faster or better its hard for me

Like most are not in my schedule and some are 18+ plus 🤨

[cobalt frigate]

You can check out your local game stores.
There are also other D&D-related Discord servers that have their own LFG channels.

Other than that you have to keep looking.

[floral flame]

Whats lgf

[cobalt frigate]

Looking For Group

[stark cobalt]

Hello there im New to dnd but love to get into it

But im not sure how to star

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[stark cobalt]

Oh 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.

[floral flame]

Oh hi i see you again!

[stark cobalt]

Oh yeah

Thank you for the help btw

[floral flame]

Np

[stark cobalt]

Your a life saver

[floral flame]

Np!!!

[scarlet portal]

Im new to the discord server, but not to dnd, Im very confused on how this works

[cobalt frigate]

What are you confused about?

[scarlet portal]

about like #looking-for-players and stuff

[iron mauve]

#looking-for-players is where players can look for campaigns that DMs have put there. To put something there you go to #1075498333705089084 where you get an application to fill out. The directions are in #1075498333705089084

[scarlet portal]

ty!

[iron mauve]

No problem, I'm new to both the server and DND so if I can help I offer it

[small aspen]

Has anyone who is new here gotten a campaign yet? I'm wondering if I need to change my joining strategy lol

[iron mauve]

I messaged you about one but this overall isn't the channel for looking for games so if you want information about it stick to private messaging.

[small aspen]

Oh I know where to look for games. Just wondering if anyone else is having trouble

[echo kelp]

It's a bit like dating/career search - spread your net far and wide, keep searching, and be patient.

[iron mauve]

Oh, alright, yes. I was having trouble that's why I decided I was going to DM my own.

[small aspen]

And in both cases...I have no game 🥹
Jk lol thanks for advice, I'll try that

[small aspen]

Be the campaign you wanna see in the world, I like it 👍🏾👍🏾

[echo kelp]

Being a DM is just another way to play D&D 😉

[iron mauve]

Oh yes, this campaign is going to come to life and I can't promise it won't make history 🤣 it's in very early developmental stages but it will exist

[small aspen]

That's awesome, hope to at least hear how it goes down one day😁

Worlds your playground, don't be afraid to be imaginative

[iron mauve]

yeah, totally. you'll probably be able to witness when it's done and I'm looking for people to play.

[ivory dew]

Huh?

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[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.

[ivory dew]

Guys...

Does this really expect me to sit all day reading and playing?

😅

[unreal owl]

ON GOD

[ivory dew]

It doesn't even save

[echo kelp]

Well do you play board games without at least skimming the rules?

[unreal owl]

nope

[cobalt frigate]

That's why I recommended to watch the "Handbooker Helper" tutorial videos.

[ivory dew]

Bruh how long do I have to play it doesn't even save

🫠

[echo kelp]

The guided interactive adventure is fairly quick - maybe 15 minutes at most?

[ivory dew]

Oops

😔

[cobalt frigate]

The real game are hours long for just one session.

[ivory dew]

[trail dome]

never did that with Uno.

Everything else, yes.

[ivory dew]

Reading for an hour is rough unless it's not a picture less book

[scarlet portal]

I like reading

[echo kelp]

well some games are a bit more casual - but a role playing game like D&D expects players to at least have some familiarity with how their character operates

[scarlet portal]

Yea

[cobalt frigate]

The game is based on rules.

[ivory dew]

That's a lot of studying and memory usage

[cobalt frigate]

You don't need to memorize all of the rules but just get familiar with them.

Watch the videos since they're easier to digest than walls of text.

[ivory dew]

Copy and paste the rules somewhere and check them out when u forget

😏

[trail dome]

I forgot the videos existed.

Thanks, Old Man.

[ivory dew]

Bru

[scarlet portal]

I learned dnd through some reading, watching some videos and then buying starter set

[ivory dew]

Welp I made some friends today

[cobalt frigate]

Please don't DM or try to add me on your friends list.

[unreal owl]

LOL

[sudden otter]

you're down for hugs tho?

[thorny gate]

Thanks!

[crude halo]

do I actually need to make notes when DMing and playing D&D with first timers for the first time?

like about NPCs and campaign stuff? doing LMOP

[pseudo frost]

Notes are there to help you. It's all dependent on your needs

[crude halo]

i mean what's the point if it's already written down for me? seems like a lot of extra effort

[pseudo frost]

Like I said, it's all dependent on your needs

[cobalt frigate]

You take as much notes as you need to write down. For example, you decide that the innkeeper will have this personality, this voice, and this secret past, so you jot that down in your notes.

You can have no notes and do everything by improv on the fly. It's all up to you.

[dense rune]

what is homebrewing

[pseudo frost]

Making your own content for the game. Whether it be rules, classes, spells, weapons, worlds etc.

[dense rune]

huh

can it be enemies

I have never played dnd

[cobalt frigate]

?new

[exotic remnant]

New to D&D?

Here's a few excellent resources to get you started!

How do I play?

• Try this guided interactive adventure to create your first character and learn the basics of D&D.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For a bite-sized breakdown on specific rules, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series on YouTube.

For Players

• You can create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Get advice on making your first character, then check out the rest of the New Player's Guide articles.

For DMs

• Start here to learn how to be a Dungeon Master.
• Get advice on starting strong for your first game, then browse the rest of the Dungeon Master Tips series for more.

Finding a Game

• Check out #find-a-game or this article for instructions on finding a group.
• Get advice for playing online with this article or video.

[dense rune]

ah

[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.

[pseudo frost]

Yes it can be

[dense rune]

ty

[cobalt frigate]

Before you start homebrewing learn the rules of the game.

[dense rune]

okke

[crude halo]

anyone used charisma saving throw? if so, how?

[hybrid lichen]

It’s just a d20 + the character/creatures charisma modifier

[crude halo]

I mean the situation of where it was used

[nocturne lotus]

Maybe during a spell? Or trying to see through a lie?

[crude halo]

so would the NPC roll deception?