#dnd-newcomers

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ruby sundial
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Alright thank you

tame cave
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In my experience, creativity is very much a table controlled factor. Getting an idea of the general rules is very important, though. There's no flexibility in calculating modifiers.

ruby sundial
ruby sundial
warped yacht
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you may have to just learn it as you go

olive nimbus
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How 2 play

echo kelp
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olive nimbus
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i appreciate that

echo kelp
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^ useful resources to help get you started

olive nimbus
lyric fjord
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How does your character learn spells? ALSO is a lycanthrope transformation a spell or..?

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cobalt frigate
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Lycanthropy is a curse and not typically for PCs because it would be a bit too OP due to their resistances/immunities.

olive nimbus
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Is there any possible way to play as an angel in Beyond?

cobalt frigate
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That said, there is the shifter playable race but your DM has to allow that.

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cobalt frigate
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Aasimar is the closest thing to a playable "angel"

olive nimbus
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Ill do research from here on, thanks yall for the help 👍

lyric fjord
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Lemme rephrase my question, my character is a werebear is there an ability for a transformation? Or is it at random?

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slow hawk
tame cave
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They were polymorphed into a werebear

lyric fjord
slow hawk
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Is this your concept or did you make a character and this happened to you in the game, im so confused what you’re asking for

tame cave
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It sounds to me like their character existed as something else and submitted to this curse?

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In which case depending on the DM they might just describe your first transformation and then tell you to make a new pc

slow hawk
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Unless u are at this persons table or know the answer, lets let them answer

tame cave
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Fair enough

lyric fjord
ruby sundial
fleet field
slow hawk
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In Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse, there is a race called Shifter available to players that approximates the “werewolf” (or animal) concept

It is an official book, it is not free, but should be legal at most tables

lyric fjord
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Oh, alright i just thought shifters only got the abilities of a certain animal and didn’t become it itself.

slow hawk
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How the creatute appears is generally up to you

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The mechanics of the race and how the transformation works are described in the book

lyric fjord
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I gotchu

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Funny thing, the race seems to not exist in dnd beyond :))

autumn aurora
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what stats besides charisma are the most important for sorcerers?

echo kelp
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Constitution is critical - both for HP and maintaining concentration

autumn aurora
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Thank you!!

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is wisdom important at all?

warped yacht
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(Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse)

lyric fjord
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Ohhhhhh ok

echo kelp
warped yacht
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i don't think they'd be able to read that lol

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since they don't own the book

echo kelp
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No but they can scroll down in the marketplace and buy it individually if they want

smoky adder
warped yacht
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stealth sales employee

echo kelp
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nah - good customer service

autumn aurora
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so as a sorcerer i was thinking of making wisdom my lowest stat

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is wisdom going to be that important for me?

echo kelp
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Maybe make strength your lowest...

warped yacht
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but anyway i think eberron also has the legacy shifter @lyric fjord if you need it

smoky adder
autumn aurora
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ok thanks

smoky adder
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After that, it’s just personal preference.

warped yacht
smoky adder
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Or that

warped yacht
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CON is one of your proficient saving throws

lyric fjord
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I might be blind? Is the race itself called shifter?

warped yacht
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dumping wisdom is risky since a lot of inhibiting effects are wisdom saves

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yup

echo kelp
warped yacht
fleet field
warped yacht
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yes, i always leave wisdom at 10 minimum

lyric fjord
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I’m so confused. So if my character is a werebear it will not have a character card with extra abilites? My apologises for the confusion I just need to double check

smoky adder
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There aren’t really official rules for playing as a werebear.

fleet field
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werebear is not a race in the game

lyric fjord
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No that I understand

smoky adder
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You can play a shifter and call it a werebear, but you’d have only the abilities of a shifter.

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Anything beyond that is a discussion you’d need to have with your DM.

lyric fjord
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Understood. There were just a couple “rules” I saw and like ability cards so I was making sure

delicate girder
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Is there a rat race on dnd beyond?

delicate girder
lyric fjord
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I learned how to run a lycanthrope, everyone clap!!!!

warped yacht
delicate girder
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Dang

warped yacht
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ratfolk in pf and skaven from wh fantasy are awesome

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you can try to reskin the rabbit race into one though

autumn aurora
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what age are tieflings considered adults?

delicate girder
warped yacht
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herengon or something?

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harengon

delicate girder
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Alright thanks

delicate girder
warped yacht
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yeah, rats are cool

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be the best rat you can be

slow hawk
winter totem
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I want to get started, but I have no idea where to start. Please help.

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Ive never played before

smoky adder
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Welcome! There’s some handy links here to get you going.

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winter totem
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I’ve watched a lot of the stuff and I know the lower relatively I’ve just never played and I really wanna start playing because I heard and I feel that it will be my type of thing

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Lore*

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Please help

smoky adder
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What kind of help were you looking for specifically, then?

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Help finding a game to join?

slow hawk
warped yacht
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there's no such thing as dnd lore tbh

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but it's a good thing you read up on it!

smoky adder
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Yeah, every game is a universe of its own, so the official lore may or may not apply.

warped yacht
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a lot of settings share more or less the same things

vagrant thorn
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Hello! (I be new) I've been playing BG3 and it's been fun so far and it's gotten me interested in actual DnD. I made my character sheet in DnD beyond and I don't know what else I need to do.

warped yacht
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You'd need to find someone running a game and join a group

slow hawk
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candid thorn
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Do light weapons let you use dex for damage or just finesse weapons

slow hawk
warped yacht
slow hawk
warped yacht
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light weapons just mean you can hold one in each hand

slow hawk
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The properties are explained in the weapons section

slow hawk
warped yacht
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no

slow hawk
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Light is a property required for Two Weapon Fighting

warped yacht
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you can't hold two longswords without additional features

candid thorn
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What about if a non finesse weapon is thrown then does it use dex

slow hawk
warped yacht
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you need the dual wielder feat to use two longswords

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because longswords are not light weapons

slow hawk
# candid thorn What about if a non finesse weapon is thrown then does it use dex

A melee weapon must have the finesse property in order to use dex, UNLESS you have another feature that overrides it

A weapon such as a hand axe, for example, has the thrown weapon property and can be thrown to make a Ranged Weapon attack using STR

A Dagger also has the thrown property but ALSO the finesse property, so it uses dex

lone pollen
slow hawk
warped yacht
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telling a newcomer that they can use two longswords, weapons without the light property, without telling them about the dual wielder feat is disingenuous

slow hawk
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you can hold two great axes - you cannot attack with them unless you put two hands on one and drop the other

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Hold on

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What?

warped yacht
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Refer to the Two-Weapon Fighting Penalties table

winter totem
warped yacht
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winter totem
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I just need help finding a game

slow hawk
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Thats the place

smoky adder
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Let’s keep things civil, please.

winter totem
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I’m just so confused I’m super new and navigating this place is confusing for me

smoky adder
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What specifically has you confused?

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The more specific your question, the better we can answer.

slow hawk
winter totem
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How to find a game I can join

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I’m trying to traverse this place and it’s so confusing for me

smoky adder
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If you’re looking to join as a player, the first thing it will suggest is to reply to games in #looking-for-players.

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Just browse through what’s available, and if you find one of interest, you can reply in the attached thread or send the user a private message.

winter totem
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Ok

topaz garnet
slow hawk
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if we actually need to do this argument we should go to #dnd-rules because its not productive anymore here

warped yacht
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you're right, was looking for something regarding it and read something else

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however the limitation for two weapon fighting requires both weapons to be light, that much is true

topaz garnet
smoky adder
topaz garnet
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As a nice round-off for the explanation of what was going on here

warped yacht
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Yes, the context of the original statement was in regards to clarify what the Light property was

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that it doesn't do anything to make a weapon use DEX instead of STR

signal sonnet
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Hi all! I'm a newbie looking for advice from experienced players. I have a character set up (Female half-elf druid, I know, so creative...) in D&D Beyond, but don't really know where to go from here. It would be cool to have someone look at her character sheet to see if it makes sense/needs adjusting. I would love to join a game, but would not be available until this weekend. Should I hold off on looking for one for now? Can I only apply to those that mention "new players welcome"? Thank you in advance 😄

harsh fjord
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You could share the sheet and get feedback in #character-discussion. Be mindful that you may not get to play the character as is depending on the DM’s setting and such; character concepts are usually better than a full-on character built.

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As for applying to games, you can always ask the DM if they’re open to new players or not regardless of whether the ad specifies.

signal sonnet
brave fox
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Looking for a group to play with i have played 1 time before used dnd beyond looking for some one to play with

smoky adder
fickle raptor
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so i havent played in like 3 years and got no clue what to do but i do have a basic understanding of the game. is anybody going to be in a game tomorrow around like 6pm pst where i could just sit in and get an idea of how it goes?

cobalt frigate
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Sorry but I don't allow Internet strangers to my private Discord and listen in. You should check out the many actual plays of D&D sessions on Youtube and Twitch.

final orbit
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hi everyone I am brand new, I've watched some episodes of Dimension 20 and Critical Role and am really interested in dnd. There's so much to learn do you guys have any recommendations on what to start with? I want to learn more before I try and look for a group to play with, but I don't feel like I fully get the grasp with just episodes.

cobalt frigate
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cobalt frigate
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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.

golden kraken
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bested by OMYAC again...

final orbit
final orbit
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Another question is it worth getting the physical books or is everything I need online? I'd probably wait for books until I know I can actually play with people cause I don't want it to go to waste, but still curious nonetheless.

fleet field
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all the basic rules are available online for free

cobalt frigate
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You can buy physical and/or digital books, depending on your budget.

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If you're starting out, don't rush to buy anything yet. The free Basic Rules, as ThePixelatedCat mentioned, has everything you need to start with.

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zealous linden
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On WOTC site are there any active promotional codes or are they solely just running a 40% off sale

crude musk
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On D&D Beyond there's only the 40% off sale

zealous linden
crude musk
zealous linden
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OK thought so just checking tyy

candid thorn
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Do you start off with more gp the higher level you are?

simple goblet
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I think there is a table somewhere that gives recommended starting hold for each level. Maybe in the DMG

crude musk
candid thorn
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Is tht optional or a rule

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Oh it says at your own discretion

void quarry
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Hi, new to the server. Where can I post my info so I can find a group?

fresh fable
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bitter mirage
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hi hello im a new player with 0 experience? ive just seen some of my friends play it long time ago
i have looked at the find players thingy i cant find anyone that explicitly asked for new players i assume i have to dm the DM myself and explain my situation?
its just that i have a lose idea of what i want to play and thats about it i dont know much about sheets or what different races are or even what my character falls into as a class
do i just keep trying to find a DM who agrees to put up with my situation or i can find a campaign specifically for people like me somewhere

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timid locust
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Take a look at some of the links above to start learning the basics! Not every game is going to explicitly say that they accept new players. Better to cast a wide net and see if any games you think look cool would be willing to accept you! Just be upfront and honest with the DM.

gritty berry
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So when a spell's components say "V, S, M" (I know what each stands for), does it mean I need ALL of them or just one is enough?

modern bear
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What channel should I got to if I want to join an online game?

harsh fjord
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Head to #find-a-game for instructions on using the server’s LFG channels.

harsh fjord
modern bear
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thanks

lyric fjord
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If i were to start playing DND with some friends which set should I get? Essential or starter?

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We will be very story focused and try to immerse more into The world so I think essential but I’m not sure yet

harsh fjord
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Starter, if you wanted to spend money, but you don’t have to as the Basic Rules are free and the starter adventurer Lost Mine of Phandelver is free on D&D Beyond.

lyric fjord
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So D&D beyond we prolly wont use

gritty berry
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Because I saw this in the PHB:
"A spell’s components are the physical requirements you must meet in order to cast it. Each spell’s description indicates whether it requires verbal (V), somatic (S), or material (M) components. If you can’t provide one or more of a spell’s components, you are unable to cast the spell."

Last sentence: "if you can't provide ONE or MORE..."

harsh fjord
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You can still play it in person. You would just need a laptop or tablet. If you want to not do that, I still recommend a starter set.

gritty berry
lyric fjord
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lyric fjord
gritty berry
swift temple
# lyric fjord Ah thanks

when the group I'm in played to starter set, it took us around 4/5 months of fortnightly sessions to make our way through it. was definitely worth the 15/20 bucks!
plus there's a new campaign that's set there on pre order, it will be probably be released by the time you're done

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# final orbit hi everyone I am brand new, I've watched some episodes of Dimension 20 and Criti...

If you are looking for a good podcast to listen to, I would reccomend either The Chosen ones or Tales of the dtinky dragon. TOTSD is more comedy focused but the play is very good. TCO is my favorite podcast and it has some comedy, but is also very story driven and is more serious. Both are great for you to listen to. I am also new to dnd and just by listening I've learned what some of the stats mean and what races get what. Try and listen to them, i promice taht they will be fun!

deft shale
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I’m a half ofc monk, could someone help me figure out what to put in the box that says ‘other profiencies and languages’

cobalt frigate
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Half-orcs know common and orc.
Your character may know more languages depending on their background.
Your character's skill proficiencies are the ones from their background.

lyric fjord
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Where can I find basic rules?

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lyric fjord
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Thanks also

simple goblet
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Linked above

lyric fjord
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How do I use detect thoughts spell my group is using homebrew characters and I want to be able to read minds then turn into the person they love the most

timid locust
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If you read the spell, it'll explain exactly how it works

lyric fjord
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I read it but I don’t understand what it says

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So sorcerers get the spell100% of that time?

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That’s like all I need to know who gets to use it

mossy walrus
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Bards, Sorcerers, and Wizards have access to it from their spell lists (not sure if anyone has access to it from an expanded spell list). If you choose to learn the spell when you level up and make it one of your known spells (Bard and Sorcerer) or have it learned and prepare it for the day (Wizard) you may use the spell using a 2nd level spell slot (or higher)

cobalt frigate
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What don't you understand about it?

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A spell's description say what it can do (and sometimes what it can't do). Nothing more. Nothing less.

viral pelican
# lyric fjord So sorcerers get the spell100% of that time?

That's more a question of which classes get which spells, and when - and that varies from class to class. Sorcerors have it on their spell list - it is a spell that they can choose to learn when they level up (or for some other reason get a spell). Sorcerers don't need to "prepare" spells, so a Sorcerer who has learned the spell, and has spell slots remaining, can cast it at any time. Conversely, wizards have to prepare a list of spells every day, leaving some behind in their spellbook, so a wizard might know it, but not prepare it, so they wouldn't always be able to cast it.

timid locust
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Out of curiosity, are you starting this game at a higher level? I remember you stopping by yesterday to mention this was a new game you were joining today.

lyric fjord
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Ok so my plan is my group has a homebrew class called channeling so I wanna read there mind find there family change into them and rob them is that possible ? I’m still new to dnd

timid locust
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That might be a question to ask your DM, and would still probably by limited by the constraints of the spell.

smoky adder
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If it’s a homebrew class, you’d need to ask your DM what the limits of it are.

mossy walrus
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I would also suggest rereading how the spell works as there may be some confusion as to what you can do with it (or the fact that probing deeper into a target's thoughts can cause them to become aware of what is going on)

smoky adder
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I’d also suggest discussing this with the players themselves before you do it to them.

deft shale
lyric fjord
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Yea Ik Ik

mossy walrus
lyric fjord
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And rob them 🙂

mossy walrus
lyric fjord
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I read it u can read what’s on peoples minds

cobalt frigate
mossy walrus
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Surface level thoughts; meaning, only what they are immediately thinking about at the very moment. That does not guarantee that they are thinking about their family as you seem to be seeking from them

slow hawk
lyric fjord
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By probing there mine for anything that makes them uneasy then turning into that thing

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And taking money

smoky adder
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D&D is typically a collaborative game, and it's important for everyone in the group to have fun.

lyric fjord
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Or something from them

slow hawk
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And are YOU playing this homebrew class or is someone else?

smoky adder
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Again, I would advise discussing this with your fellow players before trying to use it against them.

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Lest you accidentally ruin someone else's fun.

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If they're on board, then nothing wrong with it.

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Whereas if they're not on board and you wait to find out the hard way...

cobalt frigate
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Stealing from other PCs may be a big issue at many tables. This is something should be discussed at a session 0.

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Your fun may not be fun for others and is a good way to be kicked out from a table for being disruptive.

dapper gulch
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I recall seeing a fun solution to that fantasy: the rogue gives the other players (targets) items or trinkets that the rogue then tries to steal back at a later time or whenever they can.

With that method you get consent, collaboration, and the ability to do the stealing.

fresh fable
dapper gulch
lyric fjord
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?rules

smoky adder
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What are you trying to do?

timid locust
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deft shale
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For the other profiencies and languages box do I put the skill and tool proficiencies from being a criminal in there? Or is that section only for language?

fresh fable
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Skills go on the first page of a paper character sheet

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Tool prof stick them anywhere

smoky adder
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Saving throw proficiencies also go in the saving throw section instead.

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So "other" would be tool, weapon, and armor proficiencies.

hidden shard
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Is a Pixie a "Person" or a "Monster" for "X Person/Monster" Spells?

dapper gulch
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Pixies aren’t a playable race, so it will be classified by the author of the homebrew being used.

hidden shard
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Someone told me that all humanoids are affected by X Person and all non-Humanoids (Fey, for example) are only affected by "X Monster"

dapper gulch
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Fairies are Fey, tho. Likely it’ll be the same.

mossy walrus
hidden shard
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ah, I see

cobalt frigate
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The playable races will describe the creature type. Humans, elves, and dwarves are Humanoid while the Fairy is Fey.

hidden shard
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But it's probably not that much of a stretch to homebrew a pixie to be a humanoid, considering they are, well, humanoid xD

dapper gulch
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You can do anything with your DM’s approval, but considerably less without it.

cobalt frigate
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You can use the Fairy race (although they're Small size).

normal epoch
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Not all humanoids are "Humanoids". Yeah, confusing, I know. ;p

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I feel like there should be some rules for mixing tags for hybrid monsters and pc race/heritage etc.

cobalt frigate
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The playable races will specifically say their creature type.

Humanoid-shape =/= Humanoid creature type.

normal epoch
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Like, maybe "Vampire+" means "has all of the advantages and disadvantages of vampires regardless of other tags" and "Vampire-" means "only has the advantages and disadvantages of vampires when not disallowed by other types". "Vampire* - list of explicit powers/resistances etc." Anyway, just my wishlist item.

cobalt frigate
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5E moved away from multiple creature type (and sub-types) with a set list of resistances/invulnerabilities/vulnerabilities like 3.5E had (this is moving away from the purpose of this channel). Should head to #dnd-discussion instead because it will just confuse new players.

normal epoch
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👍

hidden shard
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Is there a difference in flavor between having +X on a throw vs. having advantage on a throw?

harsh fjord
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That's a mechanical difference, not a flavor one.

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If you're asking how that plays out in the game narratively, you could make a distinction, but I don't see most folks add flavor to saving throws in particular.

hidden shard
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So how to use them is really a balancing decision, not an flavor decision, right?
I wonder how high +x must be to be better than a throw with advantage. Guess I'll have to do some math

harsh fjord
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I know it's been discussed elsewhere on the server. Likely #dm-discussion rather than here, since that's well beyond newcomer territory.

hidden shard
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I see, thank you!

oak oriole
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Hi I'm new to DND and I was hoping some one could help me make a character me and my friends are using roll20 so if anyone knows how to use the website then help would be appreciated

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I'm making a tortle druid

smoky adder
oak oriole
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Thank you I will head over right now

warm wraith
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hi

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im new, i want to play online

smoky adder
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Welcome!

timid locust
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?tag new online

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smoky adder
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#find-a-game can point you toward the available groups as well.

warm wraith
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thanks

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how do i find a group?

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oh ok i click there

lofty ice
tulip spade
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How good/bad could a Tiefling fighter/battle master be?

cobalt frigate
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As good/bad as any other race fighter/battle master. It's how the player plays it.

tulip spade
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So the racial bonuses don’t matter to much?

cobalt frigate
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¯_(ツ)_/¯

timid locust
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DnD 5e race features don't really interact with class features very often, so it usually doesn't matter!

cobalt frigate
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It's a minute difference in the over scheme of things.

tulip spade
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👍🏻 thanks

timid locust
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So play whatever sounds cool!

muted sundial
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Hello.

hoary hemlock
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Hello

fading sierra
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okay so this is less of a mechanics question more of a logistics one. what is psychic damage? like, in a literal sense, how does it translate to damage. is it the classic 'magic that physically affects the mind' sorta deal, like as in taking psychic damage would feel like a really bad headache? or is it more of an abstract thing? thonk

hoary hemlock
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Well I'm very new so I'm not sure but I found this... if it helps at all. This isn't from a dnd source but it sounded helpful. Sorry if it isn't.

A form of assault on humans an animals which is alleged to cause physical or mental illness or injury. Such attacks may be as the result of the action of a human sorcerer, or of malevolent spirits, or with the latter acting under the influence of the former. They may also be the result of action by a human during out-of-body experience. Symptoms experienced may include feeling a crushing weight accompanied by paralysis (the "hag syndrome"), feelings of overwhelming dread, the presence of bruises on the body after sleep, and poltergeist phenomena.

cobalt frigate
sudden otter
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That's all just flavoring, though.

kindred granite
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how to start DnD

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this shit has TOO many rules

echo kelp
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cobalt frigate
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D&D is a game of rules. You can't avoid it.

kindred granite
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oh my GOD

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43 videos thats BRUTAL

cobalt frigate
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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.

kindred granite
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oh my lordy lord

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alright thank you

kindred granite
final orbit
slow hawk
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Dnd is a roleplaying game built on a system of rules; learning to play inevitably means learning the rules

You dont need to memorize them

You dont need to learn them all quickly

sand osprey
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hello! I just joined the server and I was wondering if anyone was able to explain how the D&D dice set works?? I just had my first game and I wasn’t active that much, but when I was I was confused when it came to actions and such in battle— is there a channel for that?

cobalt frigate
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This is the channel for new players to ask questions about the game.

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Did you read the free Basic Rules yet?

cobalt frigate
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Why would the DM knock your character out in a bar? Did your PC assault the bartender?

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No combat initiative?

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Red flag.

slow hawk
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Was it some sort of cut-scene for storytelling purposes

cobalt frigate
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No D&D is better than bad D&D.

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That's not a joke.

echo kelp
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The point of the D&D game is to have fun - if you’re not having fun, it’s time to stop the game and work with the group to fix that problem. But sometimes the solution is to go find a different group to play with.

cobalt frigate
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Finding a good group is like dating — there's going to be ghosting, drama, and incompatiblity.

modern light
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Ive never found a good group in all my years of trying to find one so Im checking out solo TTRPGs.

cobalt frigate
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That's why I'm a married forever DM.

misty ember
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Hello everyone! I hope we are all having fun.

modern light
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Yeah but I've looked at other systems and ran some and now I've an OSR/ Delta Green itch.

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But fun nonetheless.

eager fiber
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flumps

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is ready to give up

verbal seal
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I'm entirely and completely new to DnD. dndLurk

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I have no knowledge of how things work around here or how a game is played, but I only know there are different classes and subclasses you can use and work for to get

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Is there like a video that captures/tackles a beginner information to a new player without it being overwhelming?

fleet field
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there are the handbook helper videos linked in the pinned messages

verbal seal
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oooh, thank you. dndLol

candid thorn
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In dnd terms is a dungeon usually referring to a cave system?

cobalt frigate
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Dungeon is anything that's an interior, be it a cave, sewers, castle ruins, or a royal palace.

echo kelp
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It's actually a complicated question because there is also the theoretical "dungeon" being a representation of challenges in the game that the characters must overcome.

candid thorn
lyric fjord
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I never been in a dungeon in dnd

echo kelp
candid thorn
cobalt frigate
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"Dungeon" is a carry-over term from the early edition where PCs would explore literal dungeons.

echo kelp
rose sand
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Which dnd edition is like known as the anime world of dnd

fleet field
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There isn’t one

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The editions are like sequels, not seperate worlds

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Dnd doesn’t work well for anime

candid thorn
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I don’t think dnd has just one world right?

echo kelp
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Considering each homebrew world out there...

fleet field
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I’m just saying that that’s not what the editions are

candid thorn
echo kelp
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Correct - two different settings/worlds. One is Forgotten Realms (although they provide tools to place Saltmarsh in other settings like Greyhawk), and Barovia, a domain of dread.

empty drift
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I'm not very new but I need help creating a character if someone can vc for a sec and help me create my Tasha's couldren blind fighter (on paper so I will have to turn on my camera I guess)

fleet field
empty drift
glossy hazel
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Looking for a DM and other players. Still can’t figure out how to put that 😭 I have a character

slow hawk
slow hawk
# candid thorn I don’t think dnd has just one world right?

To reframe this

Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition, at the end of the day, is just a collection of rules and stat blocks

While WOTC has published “official” settings and lore, players and DMs can take this system and slap any setting they want on it

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A liveplay show like Dimension 20 has literally done D&D in magic new york, a fantasy high school, and actual candyland

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The only limit is your imagination and the amount of work your DM wants to put in

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You could even say…thats the point of DnD

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Take this system and use it to transport your table to your collective imagination

sleek ruin
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I’ve never actually used dnd beyond to play dnd, I have the app and sign in but I mostly just use roll 20, how different is dnd beyond from roll 20?

slow hawk
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Dnd Beyond is for two things:
Digital library for books
Or
Digital character sheet w/ dice roller

fleet field
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It’s not a vtt like roll20

slow hawk
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You don’t play “on” dnd beyond

sleek ruin
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Oh, yeah that makes sense, thank you.

hoary hemlock
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So I figured out something about myself. I overthink my characters. I was making my first character and was doing fine until I got to where it asked about friends, enemies, backstory, etc. I blanked just staring for so long. I started to make another, same thing happened. It's been fun.

slow hawk
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Most of thst stuff is there as a guide, but its not mandatory

lyric fjord
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Honestly, only focus on backstory when it comes to extra stuff like that, after which you can write bonds, flaws, enemies, factions, etcetera etcetera based on that

near flower
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Writing too much can limit your options for growth

drowsy turret
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I'd say it is good to have some connections to the world around you so your dm can give you a more taylored experience but it isn't a must

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I have gone into a game with no backstory, just stats and a funny voice

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At the end of the day, it's about your experience

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if you enjoy it, then that's all that matters

frail iris
drowsy turret
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Well having a family member who has done interesting things can carry over

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besided, switching dms might mean you have to change backstories anyway

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even get a new character entirely

fleet field
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yeah

drowsy turret
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anyway, you usually go through your character with your dm so they should bring up any issues

supple jewel
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Hi there! I'm DMing my first campaign and I figured this server seemed like a cool place to join! Pleased to meet you all!

fleet field
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hi

fair sinew
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Sup everyone I’m a real newcomer to dnd my friends told me there where giant monsters and that gave me ideas of pacific rim but I’m doubtful it’s anything like that but none the less I’m a “don’t knock it till I try it” kinda guy so here I am to test the waters of dnd for the vary first time

fleet field
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hi

simple goblet
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?new

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simple goblet
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@fair sinew checkout the links in the post above

gritty tapir
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Hi

echo kelp
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Welcome!

median dock
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Hi all First played DnD back in my younger days back in 84 has it changed much if at all?

fleet field
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A decent bit, but you’ll find a bit of overlap

echo kelp
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Well the current edition is called 5th Edition and I'd say it has changed a bit

tacit acorn
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It's changed quite a bit, but the core premise should be familiar to you

fleet field
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84 would have been ad&d 1e probably

tacit acorn
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and if you're unaware, we're in 5e right now

median dock
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ty all Im sure i will pick it up again and all i remember back then was the great painting sessions (of the old lead figures) between adventures

tacit acorn
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painting minis is still very much a thing! the #dnd-minis channel has a bunch of photos of figures people have painted, if you're interested 🙂

median dock
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ty will check it out im currently going through my pile of shame from a different game genre

spring comet
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Yo, im new to DnD and really want to learn the genre. Dont know how anything works and that. I have a character made

full root
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Hey I live in South Australia, I'm fairly new to DnD an would like to get a group together to play DnD over Discord with DnD Beyond would anyone in South Australia be interested?

crude musk
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lyric fjord
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I got a question, I am going to DM for the group I’m starting in but I need a Screen or what it’s called and I found the official one for like 25$ but the essentials box has one as well in it and costs 19$ so I’m wondering is the one in essential a worse one or?

crude musk
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You only need the screen for two reasons

  1. To reference the information on the inside
  2. To hide information such as notes/minis/dice rolls

As far as the difference between the two screens; they have similar information but the one in the essentials kit is slightly smaller (to fit in the box) and isn't printed on as heavy card (it's a little floppy)

devout inlet
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So wait

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If I say, did a monk/fighter multiclass, and both classes were at level 4, would that mean I'm level 8?

scarlet tiger
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Yes

topaz garnet
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yeah, since you've gotten to a total of 8 levels, you spent 4 on fighter, 4 on monk

zinc wedge
wicked parcel
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Hello everyone! Soo I‘m a DnD baby-player. Never played it before. Never seen it etc. but I was interested since a while and now I‘d like to learn how to play and especially become a Dungeon Master. :D Any tips on how to get started?
I learn best with learning by doing

timid locust
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Sure thing! The most reliable place to start is to take a look at the basic rules, listed below 👇

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wicked parcel
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Thanks a lot! I appreciate it!

hardy kestrel
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Hi everyone, im a new DnD player. I have never played before but got interested after watching it on youtube since 2 months ago and I'd like to learn how to play. I dont have any ambitions of becoming a dungeon master, just want to join the community. So where can i start?

timid locust
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Check two posts above you for some good places to start! Plenty of helpful links there to get acquainted with the basic rules

hardy kestrel
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Thanks very much!

dapper gulch
hardy kestrel
hushed lava
fresh fable
hushed lava
smoky adder
hardy kestrel
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Do we DMs the dm we want to play with?

fresh fable
hardy kestrel
fresh fable
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There should be a thread under each ad to respond in

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Unless they have said direct message them in the game description

hardy kestrel
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Ok, thanks for the help

past arch
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how does one play dungeons and dragons? I've always wanted to get into it but I'm clueless :')

fresh fable
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Have you had a look at the free basic rules?

vital lynx
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Never hurts to join a Oneshot and learn as you go either

smoky adder
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There's some handy links here to get you started. 👇

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past arch
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ah thank you! <3

smoky adder
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If you've got any specific questions, though, feel free to ask!

past arch
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I will! thank you very much!

fathom lichen
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Hello

swift basin
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Hey all, been playing D&D since 82 when I was 6. Excited to join here.

fresh fable
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Welcome

coarse magnet
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Hello, really new here. Played a long time ago some DSA, it's some RPG in german.

But excited to join here!
Basically I know nothing

cobalt frigate
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Where do I start?
cobalt frigate
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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.

tame cave
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Coincidentally, knowing nothing is the first step towards playing D&D

cosmic thorn
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Hi

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drowsy turret
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Hi

bronze ingot
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Hello

pliant gust
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hello!

timid locust
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Welcome new folks! If you're interested in getting into Dungeons and Dragons, check out the links in the post below 👇!

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dense kayak
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Hello

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I have never done a session can someone explain how it works

smoky adder
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The specifics vary from group to group.

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Ultimately, you just get together with your friends and start telling a story together.

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But you can check out the introductory demo linked above for a general idea of how the game works. ☝️

olive nimbus
tame cave
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Generally you just need to understand that different groups have different vibes, understand whether or not you'll get along given their vibe, and understand that bad D&D is ALWAYS worse than no D&D

dense kayak
olive nimbus
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Well, this DM that helped me start like 3 days ago showed me, but im not sure if they wanna run another side story. since theres already like 2 others in my group and we all ready to play it.

dense kayak
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Oh ok

olive nimbus
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HOWEVER. i beleive that you can find a wonderful group if you search around in… #find-a-game

dense kayak
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Thank you

olive nimbus
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Not a problem man. happy adventuring 🙂

desert sierra
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OK so this is a question not answered In the basic rules... how do I...do it. Like where do I start?

foggy saffron
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you're gonna have to be a little more specific

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are you asking how to start learning the rules, or how to get a group and start playing dnd together?

slow hawk
harsh fjord
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You find a group (or start one) and learn the rules (or vice versa). It depends if you're looking to play with friends in person, with strangers in person, or online with either.

tame cave
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There's no way to start other than to jump in. Find a newbie friendly group, ask for help building a character. Personally my characters tend to be a basic idea before I actually play, and then I tend to feel them out as I go.

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Don't go in with any grand expectations of either the group at hand or of yourself; just feel your way through it

sacred oracle
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from my experience best way to learn any game is to play it and see rules in practice and I assume that DnD is no different

timid locust
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The big asterisk* here is that understanding the basic rules will make that first time you play SO much easier for everyone involved. Remember: D&D is a collaborative game, and you've gotta put in enough effort to respect other people's time.

Asking a question or two isn't usually a problem, and even tables full of veterans will stop to examine the rules from time to time, but you don't wanna hold everyone up all game because you haven't read up!

harsh fjord
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That's why I think understanding the situation matters. If you're playing with a group of personal friends who are also new, then you can learn together. If you're playing with strangers, you're probably better served by at least trying to learn some of the basics since there's no shortage of resources. Someone who hasn't put forth any effort prior to the game doesn't make a compelling case versus someone who has—and there are so many players out there.

golden kraken
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exactly! It's a bit tricky to contribute to the game in any context if you don't know what your options are

lyric fjord
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Can a new player to D&D play online with strangers? I've only played one game but I loved it but do to living in a VERY rural area my options are limited to a 2 hour drive once a month to play with some friends. But I really want to start playing a few times a week.

harsh fjord
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Yep, that is definitely possible.

timid locust
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Absolutely!

harsh fjord
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?tag new online

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harsh fjord
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That article gives you an overview of how it happens, and we have channels here to find fellow players/DMs. See #find-a-game to get started on that score.

lyric fjord
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Ok cool, thanks guys. I knew people played online but I was worried since I don't have much experience that it might not be a good idea

harsh fjord
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Beginner games happen online just like they do in person. It's a bit different, but not dramatically so. You just have to find a group that's willing to bring you in with whatever experience level you have!

lyric fjord
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Awesome! Thanks for the help 🤠

jolly portal
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We had to reschedule my first campaign like 3 times now is this part of the dnd experience?

atomic veldt
snow yacht
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hey !! happy to join this discord :00 just wanted to give a quick hello. ive participated in one half-planned campaign and still dont understand that much, but im learning :]

echo kelp
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Welcome!

supple jewel
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I had an idea (That might be very cliche but I'm a first time DM) that there's an island in my world that's actually some sort of creature that's going to be awakened later, but I'm trying to decide what that monster should be. Something big enough to have a city on it

echo kelp
supple jewel
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Okie! Thank you!

viral pelican
desert sierra
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Thank you everyone for your advice

sonic phoenix
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hi

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im very new to d&d

timber canopy
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welcome!

smoky adder
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Hi!

obsidian oar
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Hi I’m very new to D&D
I’ve made my character sheet (mostly) and am just checking out the official Beyond server

echo kelp
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Well welcome!

unreal knot
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Hello 👋

obsidian oar
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Is there a place to post my DND character sheet?

echo kelp
obsidian oar
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Alright

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Thanks :)

echo kelp
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No worries! Also I'd suggest checking out id:browse to see all the possible channels you can access. And welcome to the server!

obsidian oar
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Thanks squared

obsidian oar
fleet field
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as he said

echo kelp
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If you mean as images or files, generally no unless the PDF is generated by DnDBeyond

obsidian oar
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And yes that’s what I meant, sorry for any confusion

fleet field
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post a link to it then

echo kelp
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You can link direct to DbDBeyond character sheet URLs and it should show just fine

obsidian oar
tired peak
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Would anyone be willing to teach a newbie? I've been wanting to get into this for a while but can't find anyone to teach or any groups that accept new players

fleet field
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there's a lot more than is easily teachable, youll have to do some reading of the rules yourself

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theyre linked in the pinned messages

smoky adder
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Yeah, I’d suggest starting with the links there, then if you have any specific questions, the folks here are happy to answer.

dusky wave
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so what’s a good build I should consider making

drowsy turret
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What kind of play style are you interested in?

dusky wave
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I’m new to the game so I’m open to suggestions

echo kelp
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what sounds fun to you?

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usually I build characters to the type of D&D game my group is playing and to something I find fun or interesting

lost badge
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hello!

drowsy turret
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Do you want to hit things or shoot them from a far. Sneak or heal. Use magic or your words? @dusky wave

drowsy turret
dusky wave
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Idk in Skyrim I played a dark elf sneaking archer

lost badge
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i joined the server, and im also a newcomer to the game itself

drowsy turret
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range or fight as well

dusky wave
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Okay

drowsy turret
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as a fighter you could take the range fighting style and leather armour and a bow

drowsy turret
dusky wave
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Ok

lost badge
drowsy turret
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rangers usually start with bows and you can easily give your rogue a bow

drowsy turret
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okay so proficiency is about what you are trained in

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if you have training in a skill, with certain tools or weapons

burnt sun
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Hi

drowsy turret
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that training represents a plus @carmine niche

drowsy turret
burnt sun
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I was told by my friend that it was possible to be a necromancer and I was wondering if I could get some help with that

fleet field
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there is a necromancy subclass for wizard

drowsy turret
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clerics can also do a bit of necromancy as well

burnt sun
drowsy turret
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I think you would have to buy the subclass

fleet field
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the necromancy subclass isnt inculded in the basic rules, you would need to buy the subclass

burnt sun
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oooooooo

fleet field
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its $1.99 on its own

drowsy turret
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there are spells that you can use for free though

fleet field
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or you can get the players handbook which includes it and a ton of other subclasses

drowsy turret
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the necromancy tag for spells will show you what you can use, just make sure that you've set the source to basic rules

burnt sun
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k

drowsy turret
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you still there @carmine niche? At level 1 you get a +2 to your proficiency which, if you are trained to use your specific weapon means you get the +3 to hit from your strength plus +2 to hit from proficiency giving you a +5 to hit. You roll a d20 add +5 to it and that is your to hit roll. proficiency is not, I repeat not, added to damage

smoky adder
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?tag new proficiency

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Your proficiencies define many of the things your character can do particularly well, from using certain weapons to telling a convincing lie.

The table that appears in your class description shows your proficiency bonus, which is +2 for a 1st-level character. Proficiency with weapons, skills, tools, and saving throws let you add your proficiency bonus to applicable rolls, making you more likely to succeed. Spellcasters add their proficiency bonus to their spell attack modifier and spell save DC as well.

Your character also needs to be proficient with armor and shields to wear and use them effectively. There are drawbacks to wearing armor or carrying a shield if you lack the required proficiency.

drowsy turret
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I don't think the person is around anymore but thank you for showing me that command

dense prawn
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Hi everyone! I’m a super new dnd player and I have no clue what I’m doing 😄 if anyone wants to help me I would be super thankful!

drowsy turret
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Hi, what kind of help do you need?

dense prawn
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I honestly don’t even know where to start omg. My roommate is super into dnd and it seems interesting and I have no idea where to start

fleet field
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have a look at the basic rules linked in the pinned messages

drowsy turret
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If the it doesn't make sense, I always turn to youtube to help

dense prawn
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Where are the pinned messages? Sorry lol

echo kelp
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echo kelp
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^ The free basic rules are there in the bot embed message

dense prawn
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Okay thank you!!

drowsy turret
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The pinned messages are at the top right under the pin icon, if they are referenced in the future

dense prawn
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So I have created a character and play exactly one one shot campaign that was super short. What’s the best way to proceed after reviewing the rules?

drowsy turret
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you can do 2 things

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either look at your character and modify them a bit

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to personalise them

warped yacht
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Generally, you create a character after joining a campaign as your character may not work with the group/setting

drowsy turret
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or look into making a new character

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that is true

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yeah, I'm used to my players just using any character

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I forgot about that

dense prawn
warped yacht
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That's fine

drowsy turret
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So it sounds like you just need to look for a game

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looks like someone is already one step ahead of me

dense prawn
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Haha okay! I’m guessing I can find some beginner friendly ones lol

drowsy turret
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hopefully

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if you can't find any through that, I suggest seeing if you have a local board game shop or uni as they often run beginner games

dense prawn
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Okay! Thank you all so much!

drowsy turret
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no problem

sour depot
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I'm not sure what to do next. I just made a character on dnd beyond. I'm Not sure what to do next. I'm not sure why I'm lost. I think I may be overthinking this

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Now find a group to play with!

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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
sour depot
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so im over thinking got it lol

elder cove
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Hello! I just joined the server and was wondering if there is any sort of introduction needed and if so, where to go? Also I've been super interested in D&D and would like to know the beginner's way of doing so.

sour depot
drowsy turret
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?new

exotic remnantBOT
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What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
fallen kraken
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Hey , I'm new too

drowsy turret
west rapids
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Hi new I'm Dad LUL

fallen kraken
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And confused

elder cove
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Perfect! I know it's definitely overwhelming at first, but I'd love to play and someday be a part of a group.

west rapids
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Literally trying to make a DnD off a game I used to play

echo kelp
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You might try playing D&D for what it is before trying to fit other game styles on to it - but regardless, chase your bliss!

west rapids
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I thought about loose game style

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Inspired by Dungeons and Daddies because of the storyline and the players making how the story progress

drowsy turret
west rapids
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My only thing I really wanna know and learn is Challenge Rating

drowsy turret
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nobody understands that

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good luck

echo kelp
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Oooh... that's an interesting one but perhaps a bit more advanced than for newcomers!

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You may want to check with the folks in #dm-discussion as CR rating is usually more important for DMs to understand or at least have a feel for.

fallen kraken
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I don't know what to do next and how to start playing , I just finished creating a character on DND beyond

smoky adder
fleet field
fleet field
smoky adder
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So four 3rd-level adventurers are typically a good match for a CR 3 monster.

west rapids
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Ah alright

smoky adder
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?tag new cr

exotic remnantBOT
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Challenge Rating (CR)

A monster's challenge rating tells you how great a threat the monster is. An appropriately equipped and well-rested party of four adventurers should be able to defeat a monster that has a challenge rating equal to its level without suffering any deaths. For example, a party of four 3rd-level characters should find a monster with a challenge rating of 3 to be a worthy challenge, but not a deadly one.

carmine niche
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I found my proficiencies

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Light armor, medium armor, shields. Martial weapons, simple weapons. Dice set, vehicles.

drowsy turret
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so yeah you get +2 when using martial and simple weapons and dice sets and vehicles

smoky adder
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Martial weapons + simple weapons = all weapons

drowsy turret
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proficiency in armour and shields just means you can use them with out disadvantages

carmine niche
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What does armor class 11 mean

smoky adder
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?tag new ac

exotic remnantBOT
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Armor Class (AC)

Your Armor Class (AC) represents how well your character avoids being wounded in battle. As a baseline, a character’s AC equals 10 + his or her Dexterity modifier, but characters often wear armor and shields, use spells, or have class or race features to improve their AC.

When making an attack, the total of your attack roll is compared to the target’s AC. If your total equals or exceeds their AC, the attack hits.

drowsy turret
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it means someone needs to get 11 or hhigher to hit you

carmine niche
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I'm sorry I've just never seen any of this

drowsy turret
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Is your armour definitely equiped?

carmine niche
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I don't have any equipped but I have a set

smoky adder
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Yeah, 11 is generally low.

carmine niche
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I have half plate

fleet field
carmine niche
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I got it from the king as a reward

smoky adder
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That should give you 16 AC, I think, with the armor equipped.

fleet field
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yeah

smoky adder
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(I’m assuming you have +1 DEX)

fleet field
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thats a really nice reward

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half plate is the best armor you can wear well

drowsy turret
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anyway when you roll to hit something you use strength and proficiency added together and then added to your roll, if that total is equal or over the AC of what you are attacking, you hit

carmine niche
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Is the DnDbeyond character builder not working for anyone else

smoky adder
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In what way is it not working?

carmine niche
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Not loading ^

drowsy turret
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you're to hit is +3 (strength) and +2 (proficiency), making it a +5 over all

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wait when you said you rolled a 20, was it on dnd beyond?

smoky adder
carmine niche
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Oh yeah there it is

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It was on the dice maiden thing we're using ^

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wait what there's Rick and Morty content in DND?

smoky adder
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There was…

carmine niche
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Why--

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MINECRAFT!?

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What kinda shit

topaz garnet
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yeah.

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Crossover / collab content, it's all third party

carmine niche
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I just go in the character editor and add/remove stuff right?

smoky adder
smoky adder
carmine niche
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The items I've used and items I've gained during the campaign

smoky adder
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You can manage items either in the character editor or directly on the sheet itself in the Inventory tab.

fickle raptor
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getting back into after a few years. have a dm and another player as well as myself. we are looking for one more person any experience does anybody want to join us?

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will most likely be tomorrow or this weekend

rough sun
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anybody willing to answer some questions from a first time DM 😭

drowsy turret
drowsy turret
rough sun
drowsy turret
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sure

hearty prism
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Iam a new player I don't know which class to pick playing with my friends they pick assassin,mage and hybrid paladin

slow hawk
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First, have you read the basic rules to get an idea how stuff works?

Second, have you played any classes at all or none?

hearty prism
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None

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I read the basic rules tho

slow hawk
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I’d recommend a martial class to start, so Fighter is most straight forward, barbarian or rogue or monk if u want something different

hearty prism
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Ok

fickle raptor
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nvm wrong one my bad

drowsy turret
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I think you have to click the tags that are relevant

grim tangle
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How do I add a thing to the looking for dm place?

fleet field
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you need to use a bot command

grim tangle
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Ah thanks

arctic grove
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Hi I'm new looking to get started on playing DnD. Does any DM available taking in a newcomer?

smoky adder
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Welcome! #find-a-game can point you toward the available groups.

arctic grove
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Thank you.

smoky adder
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Games are often newcomer-friendly even if they aren’t explicitly advertised that way.

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So if you see one you’re interested in, it never hurts to ask.

hearty prism
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How to submit a thread in looking for players

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Iam new can anyone help me with the grind

cobalt frigate
hearty prism
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How to spilt my ability points in durid

fleet field
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You want to focus on your wisdom, followed by constitution and dexterity

waxen nest
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Hello. I never played D&D before, I just got into it through BG3 and the recent D&D movie. I want to start playing, but what is the bare minimum info I should know?

fleet field
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You should start by reading the basic rules, linked in the pinned messages

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You’ll find a lot of it familiar from bg3, but there’s a few changes so you should check everything, don’t make any assumptions

waxen nest
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OK, thanks for the quick response.

fleet field
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All good

topaz garnet
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so the general idea is there, yes, but the specifics, like... wildshaping into an owlbear, or 4 fireballs in a turn, isn't there.

fleet field
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Anyway the max you can do in 5e is 2 in one turn

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You can do 2 fireballs and one firebolt tho

topaz garnet
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The point is, the TTRPG is both somewhat more constrained but also... basekit balanced, to points.

fleet field
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Yeah

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Until you start actually looking at the maximum potentially of stuff

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Then it falls to pieces

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And even without optimisation the balance isn’t the greatest

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Non-op players just probably won’t care about there being glaringly better options

warped sonnet
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I have following issue, I am playing in a session where pretty much every character is squishy and on the backline. On top of that our only front liner pretty much died and he would have to create a new char but he doesnt want to go to the front once again and I wonder if I could somewhat take the role of soaking damage with my build atm.

I am a crossbow fighter lvl 5, we all have an extra feat on our table so I picked crossbow master and I do not mind being upclose while still making use of Sharpshooter. My stats are 18 on dex and 18 on constitution so I can make use of my goliath skill and save myself from high amounts of damage. Now the question:

should I multiclass into barbarian at level 6 with unarmed defence so my AC increases by 2 (16 to 18) and I gain the rage resistances for being more on the front? And is that my best bet at getting tankier? (I have 13 str)

topaz garnet
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anyway newcomers chat, BG3 and the movie are good introductions to the concept of DND and how an adventure can go

fleet field
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Don’t take it any further than that tho

ancient lagoon
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Would be better to just buy better armor

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Also what subclass are you?

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Battle master could make good use of "parry"

warped sonnet
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I am a battle master

ancient lagoon
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Yeah

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If you can afford plate armor, it's better than wasting 2 entire levels on barb

warped sonnet
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I just took a look at reckless attack and it works only for melee strengh based attacks :/

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so it would be only 1 level

ancient lagoon
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Yeah it only uses strength

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Can't use dex for reckless attack

fleet field
ancient lagoon
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Do you have a cleric in your party ?

waxen nest
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I should have also note that I watch a lot of D&D videos on Youtube, stuff like Jorphden's D&D lore, and Zee Bashew's Animated spellbook.

velvet jetty
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Both great channels

ancient lagoon
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Parry manuever uses dex to reduce the damage you take. And since you're already dex maxing it's good manuever option.

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If you have cleric you could have them prepare Shield of Faith which is a level 1 bonus action spell. Very useful

velvet jetty
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Sly Flourish and Matt Colville have good channels for beginner dms that I'd recommend

fleet field
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You already have a very good damage build tho

warped sonnet
ancient lagoon
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Yeah it's pretty decent. Though only works vs melee attacks

warped sonnet
ancient lagoon
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Well you don't necessarily need a frontline anyway

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Tanking in DnD doesn't really exist. Just kill the enemy faster = less damage taken.

candid thorn
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Is spellcasting class just ur class?

fleet field
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The class that you have spellcasting from

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So if you’re not multiclassing then yes it’s just your class

topaz garnet
candid thorn
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On the character sheet

topaz garnet
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where specifically
where is this said, what feature, etc

candid thorn
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I’m pretty sure pixelated cat got it its just on one of the sheets that shows where you put all your spells idk if dndbeyond has it its on one of the sheets they let you download for free

dry bramble
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I am new

tacit acorn
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Welcome!

crude musk
coarse magnet
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Oh sorry

crude musk
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S'all good

pastel mirage
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i actually have no clue where to get started with dnd

echo kelp
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Then maybe watch some folks playing the game - check YouTube/Twitch fo D&D liveplay/streams.
Just understand that these are more for entertainment then "her's how to play D&D".

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Then try making a character sheet (refer to the free basic rules)

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And then find a group and try playing it.

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?new

exotic remnantBOT
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What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
pastel mirage
sudden bronze
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Hello I am new

smoky adder
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Welcome!

warm wraith
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why i cannot post in looking for a dm

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im tryin gto find a group to join but its been so hard lol

crude musk
warm wraith
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ok thanks, it seems like its posted

oblique bane
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hello!

plain dawn
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Just had to flex that my very first dice roll in my very first dnd game was a nat 20

solar garden
oblique bane
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im new and i've always loved fantasy concepts so just learning about dnd is so fun for me

cobalt frigate
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Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

oblique bane
cobalt frigate
exotic remnantBOT
#
What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
cobalt frigate
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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.

oblique bane
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i made a character already-

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im getting around to part 2

fringe stirrup
umbral axle
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hai

remote tiger
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Hey everyone, I'm somewhat new to dnd and just wanted to get started with the basics. I'm interested in both playing and DMing. My experiences have been somewhat scuffed so far

umbral axle
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same, expect i havent ever even touched a game seasion at all...and im kinda unsure/nervus to do so

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and i cant think of a good DND characer to make...and idk how to translate my existing OCs over

remote tiger
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Just think of a class that fits them and keep what makes them them while also being believable for dnd. And I was nervous too still am but everything's going to be great

umbral axle
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yea...but what do i do if they arent any of the speices aviable but...stright up custom made speices

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but i dont wanna make a new race yet since i don want to be the "OP guy"

remote tiger
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Well describe them, or if your DM is okay with it just copy the stats closest to them from an existing race. For all we know your oc could be a strange polymorphed or cursed or just plain experimented on version of some race

umbral axle
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yea

remote tiger
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Also there's a lot of stuff out there, I'm still learning about new races, sub races, sub classes, etc so you might find a good fit

umbral axle
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ye i could

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..even tho i feel i should atlest learn and try the basics and slowly get comfy wearing those "Shoes"

harsh fjord
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Translating concepts/characters outside of D&D into the game rarely matches up perfectly, so you just make it as close as you can within the confines of the options available.

remote tiger
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Character creation is a really effective way to get comfortable too as it's very fun and let's you be very creative and rewarded for doing so

umbral axle
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yea

fresh fable
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👆what’s this

umbral axle
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embed moment

sonic phoenix
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Crazy

slow hawk
umbral axle
kindred gull
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can you just dismiss concentration on spell and make spell effect dissapear even though in description it doesnt say thatg you can dissapear spell?

echo kelp
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Yes your character can drop concentration on a spell willingly and thus end its effects.

kindred gull
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in fog cloud actually

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thanks

fading sierra
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so if a hit is above your ac it hits, and if it's below your ac it misses. what if an attack roll and the ac are perfectly equal?

harsh fjord
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It hits.

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"Meets it beats it."

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So if a roll meets or exceeds a target number, it succeeds.

fading sierra
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alright, thanks yescat

sonic phoenix
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Hello

smoky adder
obsidian oar
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on d&d beyond site, how do you remove the Unarmed Strike?

smoky adder
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That's probably a better question for #ddb-support, but click on it, open the Customize section in the side menu, then uncheck "Display as Attack".

kindred gull
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another question... can you start casting ritual end of dnd session and have it done in another episode if there is sort of time skip?

obsidian oar
smoky adder
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But that's something you'd probably want to discuss with your DM at the time.

echo kelp
smoky adder
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Welcome!

zealous olive
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Question about real world requirement to join a game on Roll20: If I am a player (not DM) do I need to buy the module to participate in the game?

cobalt frigate
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No, you don't need to buy the module. That's on the DM.

zealous olive
tacit acorn
# zealous olive Thank you, sir.

if anything, purchasing the module would be a bad thing. Make sure to avoid reading any modules you're playing through, to avoid spoiling the story for yourself

cyan iris
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What are the most important stats for a wizard? Intelligence, obviously, but how should I prioritise my other stats?

tacit acorn
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there isn't really an exact answer for that. It's more about how you want to play your character

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I would say wisdom should be next prioritised, because wizards have proficiencies in intelligence and wisdom saving throws

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but after that, it's your choice

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and even then, you don't have to do that

cyan iris
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I think a wizard should have some wisdom as well, not just intelligence. For RP reasons if nothing else.

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Not that foolish wizards are unheard of, and are probably quite hilarious.

tacit acorn
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Yeah, for the most part you'll see wizards sporting intel and wisdom

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Oh yeah, it's always fun to play a sort of unorthodox character

solid lark
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Dex and con are good for wizards too. Dex because you probably can’t wear armour, at least starting out. Con because more hit points.

tacit acorn
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Agreed, although it's hard to be good in intelligence, wisdom, dex and con all at once

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Safe to say it's more a question of what stats don't really matter to a wizard, and that would be strength

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charisma could also be minimised, and plays into the idea of a wizard who's spent more time in the company of books than people

cyan iris
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My dnd beyond dice rolls gave my character 12, 14, 16, 16, 16, 18. Quite good stats I think. I'm considering changing it, but I went with str 12, dex 14, con wis char 16, and int 18.

solid lark
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Those are some excellent dice rolls

tacit acorn
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Like, really excellent lol

solid lark
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I’d switch cha and dex but it probably won’t matter that much

cyan iris
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I just hope a DM doesn't make me reroll. It was the first roll I did while creating the character.

solid lark
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Some DMs do prefer if you roll stats in front of them

cyan iris
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I Just started looking for a game. I'll reroll if the DM wants me to, but I'm keeping a backup of this character.

tacit acorn
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Yeah, rolling stats live completely negates the possibility of fudging the rolls

trim compass
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why might some DM look for new players?

solid lark
trim compass
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i asumed they are talking about lack of experience playing dnd

solid lark
cyan iris
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I just hope having 2 wizards in a party isn't a problem

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In case they already have a wizard.

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Can a wizard ever be a decent healer? IMO, a wizard should be able to learn all kinds of spells, but they seem more damage focused in D&D from what little info I've gathered

fleet field
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Wizards can’t heal

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They’re not really damage focused

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They can do okay damage, but buffing and control are their main niches

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If wizards could do everything they’d be even more unbalanced

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Healing is all they can’t do

wild onyx
fleet field
cyan iris
cyan iris
cyan iris
# fleet field Wizards can’t heal

I'm changing some of my proficiencies then. I was thinking medicine, but if there are no healing spells I'd rather go with something else.

fleet field
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Medicine doesn’t generally help with healing spells

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Medicine is for non-magical healing

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Which is…. Not common

tacit acorn
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Medicine as a skill is only for checks, isn’t it?

fleet field
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Yep

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Medicine checks to use healing kits

tacit acorn
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Or like, to examine an injury

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Medicine checks were a rarity whenever I played

fleet field
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Wait no healing kits don’t need medicine checks

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K basically medicine checks are for non magical healing

cyan iris
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I was hoping for my wizard to have some utility, but medicine seems a waste if it isn't used much. I wanted to be able to patch up a wound during combat, then cast a healing spell as well.

fleet field
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What that is is up to your dm as far as I can tell

fleet field
tacit acorn
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Paladins have some healing elements, but clerics and bards would definitely have more

cyan iris
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I'm really set on playing a wizard. I just wanted the option of having a med kit as well as 1 or 2 healing spells. I haven't looked at any of the spells unlocked after level 1, or if they're all just the same spells that I already have access to on dndbeyond

tacit acorn
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As far as I’m aware, there are no healing spells for wizards

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Nothings stopping your character from carrying a Merlot around though

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*medkit

cyan iris
tacit acorn
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Haha, that it is

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You could try multiclassing a cleric-wizard?

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That’ll give you access to some healing spells

cyan iris
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That sounds like a cool idea

tacit acorn
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For your first character, multiclassing might be a little confusing though

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Especially spellcasters

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Make sure to check out a guide for it online!

cyan iris
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I'll google a bit, thanks!

fleet field
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1 level of cleric will give you some armor and some healing spells

cyan iris
solid lark
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You’d still need to multi class to get the shield proficiency, but yeah.

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Honestly though if the party has someone else who can do healing you’re probably better sticking with pure wizard.

cyan iris
tiny canyon
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Hello all! I'm glad to be here! I've played dnd since high school and I'm excited to be a veteran DM yet saddened by being a rookie player. I hope that this server could bring me some fun, exciting stories and grand adventures to journey through!

fleet field
fleet field
buoyant wasp
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can someone recommend a good set of dice? 🙂

cobalt frigate
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What's your budget?

buoyant wasp
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just something reasonable, as a newcomer. Not looking for diamonds, in other words

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but quality and they feel good

cobalt frigate
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You can go to a local game store.

oblique bane
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Oh yeah when i made my character the gold was 160 (?)

cobalt frigate
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Chessex dice are okay in quality and reasonably priced.

trim compass
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What is LMoP?

cobalt frigate
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Lost Mine of Phandelver. It was the adventure that came with the original Starter Set.

solid steppe
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Hello!

fleet field
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Hi

umbral axle
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hennooo....also i come to ask for advice since i feel very unsure when finding a group

oblique bane
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Is rolling for ability scores good for a beginner?

cobalt frigate
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No because almost all DMs want to witness the roll.

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Use Point Buy or Standard Array to be safe.

oblique bane
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Aah oki2

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When you use standard array, do the ability scores need to be as balanced as possible?

cobalt frigate
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Standard Array is 15 - 14 - 13 - 12 - 10 - 8. You arrange them in whichever order you want for your ability scores. You apply your racial ability score bonus afterwards.

umbral axle
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if and when i join a group that says they VC

solid lark
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generally yes that would be a problem

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my advice would be to find a group that doesn’t do VC

cobalt frigate
umbral axle
solid lark
cobalt frigate
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VC is much easier to communicate in real-time, especially for DMs.
As a DM I'm busy looking at the VTT and my notes and rarely look at Discord for text message (I have four monitors!)

umbral axle
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yea

harsh fjord
umbral axle
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ahh....so just look there instead?

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since it also dosent help that ofc, its my frist time. hench why im here but yea

harsh fjord
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Give it a shot!

dire onyx
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Heyo Everyone! I’m completely new to the D&D scene and I’m curious about playing

silent spruce
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^^^^ im in the same shoes

harsh fjord
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?new - these resources should get you started. If you have specific questions, ask 'em here.

exotic remnantBOT
#
What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
silent spruce
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thank you

dire onyx
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Thanks that should help me as well

silent spruce
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always found it interesting but never had a enough people to get started

dire onyx
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Same and then I learned that you can play online as well so here I am

silent spruce
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yeap

umbral axle
silent spruce
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been watching some campaigns online

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looks fun

dire onyx
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Nice I’ve only seen what is shown in movies and tv shows specially Stranger Things

silent spruce
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if you are a one-piece fan there was a whole campaign about it

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and alot of other ones

dire onyx
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I am a fan so I’ll check it out

silent spruce
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RUSTAGE2 dm's it

dire onyx
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Thanks that should make it easier to find

oblique bane
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Thank uu

hearty prism
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How should I level up my durid

harsh fjord
fleet field
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The class will tell you what you get when you level up

narrow solar
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Good evening, everyone! I just joined this server. I never ran D&D before and I'm setting my characters up before I look for groups to run my first campaign. I made three characters to see if one of them works. The Monk/Cleric (if you start as lvl 2) is the class I really want to play, but I heard of its controversial synergy. I also have a Paladin/Wizard which I heard it's a pretty good mix. Then I have a purebred cleric as last resort. Please let me know if there's a different channel I can ask for information on

fleet field
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Neither of those multiclassed builds work very well

harsh fjord
fleet field
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I would start by not multiclassing, it’s a lot of added complexity for your first time playing

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And very easy to mess up quite badly

narrow solar
narrow solar
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Is there also an art channel on this server?

harsh fjord
narrow solar
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Thank you

oblique bane
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Why does the backpack add so much weight??

smoky adder
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5 lbs?

crimson bloom
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how do I subclass?? I want to be an eldritch knight and stuff, but i don’t know how this stuff rlly works

drowsy turret
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At level 3 you can choose a subclass, if you have the material for it, it should tell you what you need to do

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on dnd beyond you only have one subclass per class so you might not be able to find it there

fleet field