#dnd-newcomers

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lucid heath
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Ok is there one I can pirate then

fleet field
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it was purely physical for multiple decades

fleet field
eternal frigate
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so it means, it looks different, but it serves the same purpose as a spear?

lucid heath
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:(

fleet field
lucid heath
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Ur saying there’s absolutely no other website that lets u make a dnd character

fleet field
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there are no other digital character creation websites from my knowledge

fresh fable
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There are some but they only offer the basic rules/srd content

lucid heath
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How do u make a character like manually

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Like without the website just on the sheet

fleet field
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the first chapter of the basic rules explains it

fresh fable
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Go though the basic rules and copy the info onto your sheet

lucid heath
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Can I find those online

fleet field
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yeah theyre free

eternal frigate
# fleet field yep

Can I add magic to it? Basically it belonged to a family member and it holds some sort of power but my character doesnt know what it is or how to activate it yet

fleet field
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linked in the pinned messages

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generally no, magic items are normally rewards given out in game

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however, you could talk to your dm, especially if the magic isnt known about at the start

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you normally have to stick to your class's starting equipment

tacit acorn
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Definitely something to talk to the DM about. It might be that the item initially doesn't do anything, but then you unlock the power

fleet field
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"Equipment
(a) chain mail or (b) leather, longbow, and 20 arrows
(a) a martial weapon and a shield or (b) two martial weapons
(a) a light crossbow and 20 bolts or (b) two handaxes
(a) a dungeoneer's pack or (b) an explorer's pack" heres the starting equipment for a fighter

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they dont normally get a spear, however talk to your dm. im sure most would be happy to exchange line 3 for a spear

eternal frigate
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So i cant like have starting weapons based on my story? but i can talk to my dm about it?

fleet field
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yep

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for balance reasons, you cant normally start with magic items

tacit acorn
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Yeah, talk to your DM. I see no reason why you can't swap out some weapons and starting items, so long as it doesn't give you a mechanical advantage

lucid heath
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I’m just gonna make a different character class I think

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The rules are complicated

tacit acorn
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were you going with an artificer?

fresh fable
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So you don’t understand the rules but are going to make a class that needs to follow the rules??

tacit acorn
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For new players, I wouldn't really recommend that class

fresh fable
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What are you struggling with?

fleet field
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yeah artificer is quite complicated for a new player

eternal frigate
lucid heath
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I found her original sheet but it’s so unfinished cuz I had no clue how it worked

tacit acorn
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ah, I see

eternal frigate
tacit acorn
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You can always come back to the character concept when you have more experience

lucid heath
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Yeah ig

tacit acorn
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or change them up to fit a different class

lucid heath
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I’ve only ever actually been in one session so idrk how to like do anything with it

lucid heath
eternal frigate
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oh btw, my pc's personality is that he loves animals, but i just realized isnt that like a druid thing?AmberSobs_weirdorobot

tacit acorn
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There's nothing wrong with starting fresh, then

fresh fable
tacit acorn
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I love animals, and I'm not a vet

eternal frigate
lucid heath
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Spontaneous engineer who solves her problems through wacky contraptions

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The entire like concept of artificier as a class is so silly to me

fleet field
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there arent any rules for taming creatures, but you can still make animal handling checks for interacting with animals

tacit acorn
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Rangers have their whole animal companion thing going on, so you could multiclass a little

alpine breach
tacit acorn
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but I wouldn't recommend multiclassing to a new player

fleet field
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or maybe just be a ranger if you want

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its like nature-y fighter

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absolutely no need to if you dont want, but a beastmaster ranger could really work loving animals into your character

tacit acorn
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or you could go with an oath of the ancients paladin. They're big on loving natural beauty and animals

lucid heath
tacit anchor
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Uh...hi...I've never played dnd before..I was wondering if wizard is good for newbies...

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Or sorcerer...

fresh fable
tacit acorn
lucid heath
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Maybe idrk how I’d do that tho

tacit anchor
alpine breach
eternal frigate
alpine breach
eternal frigate
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what do you mean by that?

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i just realized you three are dms muiSweat

alpine breach
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so every dm plays their game differently and ive had some the use that trait to pacify and other for taming animal

tacit anchor
tacit acorn
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yeah, it's up to your DM. You'll just have to have a discussion with them regarding taming animals

eternal frigate
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i see, alright then

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anyways, i rly wanna get into the experience at some point haha, i feel like i rly need the experience cuz asking questions is kinda boring HAHA

alpine breach
fleet field
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also very dm dependent

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bc its not meant to be a standard player option

tacit acorn
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I just wouldn't recommend an oathbreaker paladin to a new player

tacit anchor
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I was sort of thinking sorcerer since I'm more keen on magic..for subclasses, maybe clockwork soul? That's based on what I've read off the internet...

eternal frigate
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aight thanks for the help, i rly hope i can like join some peeps here at some point JJKYujiSalute

fleet field
tacit anchor
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Ah, alright

tacit acorn
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powergaming is a bore, imo. just go with what you think is cool, and what works with your idea of your character

fleet field
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some people find enjoyment in it

tacit acorn
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That's true. I suppose I've just had rough experiences with powergames that take it a little far

fleet field
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potentially

jovial yoke
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it's quite hard to build powerful characters

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and most games are quite straightforward

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play whatever you think is fun and fits your character concept, but don't be a burden on the group or limit yourself to only the 'powerful' options

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most groups fall somewhere in between those two extremes

tacit acorn
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very well put

lucid heath
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Is “the fiend” the only warlock entity or can I just make one up

fleet field
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theres a difference between the specific creature that gives you your powers, and the pact itself

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the pact is a set of mechanical features

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there are a number, the fiend is just the freely available one

lucid heath
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Yeah but like

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Can I just make one up

fleet field
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no, as its a set of mechanical features

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you can make up what your patron is, the specific creature

lucid heath
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Not the pact the entirety

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Entity

fleet field
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yes then

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generally you want to make it fit the pact tho

topaz garnet
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As long as it's some kind of Fiend giving the Fiend subclass benefits to the warlock

tacit acorn
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probably talk to your DM about what you want the entity to be

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to make sure that it fits into the world smoothly

lucid heath
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I’m not in any campaign rn I’m just making a character

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are there different kinds of pacts? The site never listed any

tacit acorn
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there are. Check the PHB

lucid heath
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What is that

ornate kiln
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yes, there are more pacts. but you gotta pay for them

lucid heath
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Oh

tacit acorn
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Player's Handbook

lucid heath
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Even dnd is p2w 😔

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Just can’t escape it

jovial yoke
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D&D is definitely on the significantly more expensive side of p2w

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however, D&D is not the only tabletop roleplaying game out there

ornate kiln
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there is no p2w in dnd. you cant win a game of dnd

jovial yoke
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you may also be able to get a friend who already owns the books to show them to you, physically

lucid heath
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I was joking

tacit acorn
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or check the system reference document on DND Beyond. That should have all the info you need

ornate kiln
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also, there is are lots of options to share stuff. on DDB, you can share books you own with a subscription. At the table, you can lend each other the books

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D&D can be an expensive hobby, but it doesnt have to be.

lucid heath
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I was just gonna try finding a campaign online

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I don’t have anyone to play it irl with

crude musk
jovial yoke
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However, note that literally everyone outside of DDB calls it the SRD, usually using the acronym

tacit acorn
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is it not? That's what I've always known it as

lucid heath
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Oh ok I can jsut have a pet dragon that’s cool

fresh fable
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List of available warlock pacts Published in several books and each can be purchased individually for 1.99

• Archfey
• Celestial
• Fathomless
• Fiend
• The Genie
• Great Old One
• Hexblade
• Undead
• Undying

crude musk
tacit acorn
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oh, I mixed up the DDB site with the normal DnD site

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woops

crude musk
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The SRD and Basic Rules are two different things
The SRD is a games design document and not intended to be used to play the game
The Basic Rules are a player/DM readable copy of the rules with limited options
D&D Beyond combines them both into a complete Basic Rules document that is player/DM readable

tacit acorn
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that must be what I was referring to, then

crude musk
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For newcomers, the Basic Rules is where you should start, not the SRD

turbid ridge
fresh fable
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Drakewarden ranger

arctic swallow
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Sup y'all, I'm new to d&d. Can anyone tell me how I can learn the basics of d&d?

echo kelp
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I’d start by checking the useful messages/links in the pinned messages found in #dnd-newcomers

crude musk
echo kelp
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Oof! Well then! lol

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arctic swallow
white dagger
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I just made my first ever Dnd character and I'm over joyed but so overwhelmed I could passout

echo kelp
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Just wait until you play your first D&D game! It’s so much fun (but also can be exhausting).

sullen lake
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Hullo, I want to get into DND but just reading the "basics" seems daunting, is there any other way to learn or should I just read and try to remember??

timid locust
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I know the Handbooker Helper series is pretty good for learning specific rules, also linked above. Additionally, you could watch a live play session - plenty of folks both famous and indie on YouTube stream their games so you can watch along and get a feeling for the rules.

In the end, it's a game with a lot of nuance! You'll have to do some reading eventually.

sullen lake
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Yeah thought so, so......much........reading
Thanks mate 😁

modest wolf
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hi

fallen surge
modest wolf
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im completely new to dnd

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modest wolf
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but it looked fun

fallen surge
modest wolf
upper barn
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hi

lyric fjord
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Don’t worry mo I’m also very new

upper barn
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bye

modest wolf
narrow jungle
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With DND beyond will I have access to the DMs content for creating a character? Or will I need to purchase the content and make a character prior?

cobalt frigate
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Your DM can share digital books if they have the Master Tier subscription.

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If they have the content sharing, you can only create characters with those books in the campaign you're in with that particular DM.

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Where do I start?
native sundial
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its amazing how so many people want 18+ people lol

echo kelp
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Do not share your exact age - it’s against server rules

fresh fable
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it’s a safe guarding issue and they have topics in their games not suitable for under18 people

cobalt frigate
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As someone who's an adult who's old enough to have grandchildren I would feel uncomfortable playing with Internet strangers who are minors for various reasons.

native sundial
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ok whats a good starting class for dnd?

harsh fjord
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The martials (fighter, barbarian, and rogue) have the fewest mechanics, so they are among the least involved. But you can learn anything with enough support and patience.

native sundial
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would you happen to know a group looking for an extra member?

harsh fjord
native sundial
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thanks

fading cloud
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hi anyone intrested in a dnd online game, it would be my first game

harsh fjord
lyric fjord
harsh fjord
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?looking

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fading cloud
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the thing is im new to d&d i know nothing about it except the name

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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?
harsh fjord
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If you're new, you should check out the resources above!

unkempt eagle
lyric fjord
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Do You Know How To Find People To Play With.This Is The Only Reason I Joined This App

unkempt eagle
lyric fjord
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And Then What

crude musk
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You wait

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Also please don't capitalise every word, it makes it harder for other people to read what you've wrote

urban sun
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whats the mostt difficult part of being a dm

still forge
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Do you work on a character before or after you find a dm

cobalt frigate
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You can create a character to practice to get to know the features of the class you're interested in playing but when you find a DM expect them to ask you to create a new character that would fit their campaign.

cobalt frigate
urban sun
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ok

noble veldt
# still forge Do you work on a character before or after you find a dm

Personally I think you should do a combo, you could begin working on a character and know what you want as a basic idea then wait to make some of the more specific things after you have a DM and know what they plan to do with the game.

For instance, know what class you are interested in as well as race and the characters personality plus an idea for a backstory but make the full background/backstory after you have met the DM. This is so you can know if they are using a module or doing a homebrew world and if they are doing a homebrew world, waiting will allow you to make your backstory around their world and fit into that world somewhere.

still forge
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Thanks

harsh fjord
eternal pelican
lyric fjord
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I needing help on creating a character, would like to either use clockwork soul or aberrant mind sorcerer?

fallen surge
graceful mortar
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What are superiority dices used for? I read the book more than once and i cant find anything about it

ornate kiln
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they are used for battle master maneuvers.

graceful mortar
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Oh ok

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So 4 dices for 4 manoeuvres ?

ornate kiln
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have you read the rules for the battle master subclass?

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Maneuvers. You learn three maneuvers of your choice, which are detailed under “Maneuvers” below. Many maneuvers enhance an attack in some way. You can use only one maneuver per attack.
so at level 3, a battle master fighter knows 3 maneuvers and has 4 superiority dice per rest

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you expend one die when you use one maneuver

slow hawk
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You will find more information in the Battlemaster subclass section of fighter

graceful mortar
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Yeah but it doesn't say i have to use the dices for my maneuvers

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That's what confused me

ornate kiln
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the text of any individual maneuver says you expend a die

graceful mortar
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Oh ok

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That is the part i didnt read

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Thanks

spark flume
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Hello

ornate kiln
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hey

spark flume
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I was just wondering if you guys knew any things to watch about dnd

ornate kiln
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like, to learn about the rules, to learn how to DM, or just to see how the games is played?

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or just entertainment?

spark flume
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Like to see how the game is played I guess, I haven’t really gotten the grasp of the whole thing

ornate kiln
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you could try to watch a live play show like Critical Role, Dimension 20 or High Rollers

spark flume
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Ok, thnx!

eternal pelican
lyric fjord
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There’s a channel on YouTube called XP to level 3 who do skits about how to play the different classes

eternal pelican
lyric fjord
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Thank you

eternal pelican
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Also oneshotquesters,Runesmith,and ginni di i can recommend

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all of em good content creators

spark flume
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My boyfriend and a couple of his friends are really into DND and have played a couple times so I thought I’d learn a bit about it

eternal pelican
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Always welcome people here are chatty and willing to help

spark flume
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I’ve watched a bit of critical role probably their 3rd campaign and it seems pretty cool

compact oak
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Hey I’m sorta new to dnd and joined my high schools DND club and I’m now making a character and would like some advice and pointers if that wouldn’t bother anyone

slow hawk
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Check out the links here:

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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?
compact oak
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Ah ok Ty!

grand forum
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So, I’m looking to try and run my first ever campaign and learn to DM. Any tips and tricks to start?

echo kelp
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We have a great channel where you can poke the brains of fellow DMs - #dm-discussion

grand forum
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Okay awesome, Thankyou!

echo kelp
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Being a DM is just another way to play D&D and can be tons of fun!

grand forum
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Yeah! I’ve got a world in mind and the basis of how I want the long game to play out but I’ve no idea where to start haha

teal pebble
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whats a good way to find groups to join

deft sigil
glass summit
teal pebble
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probably online unless I find a local group back in wisconsin

amber plume
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Hello

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I'm new

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Bout 20 min in

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Whare do we go for a game

deft sigil
cobalt frigate
amber plume
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Thank you

glass summit
hollow rain
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hey i'm curious if this is etiquette or preference. should i wait until i'm in a session to pick a character race and class, or should i have one ready before joining a session? i've read the basic rules, but i have no in game experience.

deft sigil
# hollow rain hey i'm curious if this is etiquette or preference. should i wait until i'm in a...

it can be a fun creative exercise to make a character, but I always advise people to not be too attached to the concept as you never know what a table will allow (such as what level you'll start at, if you have any magical items (most often starting characters do NOT), certain races or subclasses may not be permitted, etc). So you can totally have one in mind, just be prepared to shift things and try not to add additional items that a character doesn't normally start with 🙂

tacit acorn
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Like Jayn said, you never know whether or not your character really fits into the world the DM is planning. When it comes to the mechanics, you also don't know whether they want everyone to roll for stats, use a point buy system, etc etc

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on top of that, some DMs just prefer being able to supervise character creation in a session 0, just to make sure no mistakes are made

spring ginkgo
hollow rain
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so all in all have a loose idea that you like, be familiar with the setting the DM creates, and if those things clash be open to changing them.

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yeah what im hearing is make like 2 rigid characters and if they fit use them, if they dont be open to making one on the spot

tacit acorn
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yeah, that sounds about right

hollow rain
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thanks for all the help 😇

fallow stirrup
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hi

spring ginkgo
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👋

scenic spade
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Hi guys, i am doing a DnD tiefling druid and i need to place my score values in Roll20, what is the limit total of score i can get ?

wild onyx
scenic spade
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i am planing a dnd campain and the game master is also a newbie so i dont know what will be the diference in each, what would be the recomended for a starting dnd game ?

topaz garnet
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ask your DM basically

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ability scores range from 1 to 30
1 being absolutely feeble, and 30 being what the aspect of a god or a world-shaking entity has
and 10 being what the average joe (a commoner) has. As an adventurer, your scores can go up to 20.

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To determine what your scores would be, you need to determine that with your DM basically, what method to use, any alterations to it, or any multiple chances.

fleet field
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The main options are standard array, point buy, and rolling

deft sigil
# scenic spade i am planing a dnd campain and the game master is also a newbie so i dont know w...

This section of the basic rules talks a bit about determining ability scores - they will end up different for every race/character because they will want them in different abilities.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters#3DetermineAbilityScores
If your DM wants Standard Array - then every character gets 15,14,13,12,10,8 to slot into the six abilities. After that, racial bonuses are applied to give your character their total ability score at level 1.

There is also a point buy system and rolling for stats.. but you can look those up or ask the DM.

scenic spade
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we decided that we want to personalise at maximun so we will use the point buy, but if another person decides to use the standard array for their characters does if afect anything ?

wild onyx
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Standard array and point buy both work out even.

teal pebble
valid flower
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Hello everyone! I had a quick question. (so sorry if this isn’t where I should’ve asked) my friends and I are waiting to start a new dnd session. Does anyone one know any good map designing sites/apps (Preferably free)

echo kelp
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2minutetabletop

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But also check out the pinned message in #dnd-maps

lyric fjord
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Other than it's self evidently twice as cool as one sword, how do you go about building a badass dual wielding character?

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Like I'm thinking two daggers assassin type schtick, but I'm open to suggestions.

slow hawk
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Anyone can hold 2 one handed weapons

If that character has extra attacks, they can even swing once with each of them

lyric fjord
slow hawk
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But the specific mechanic of Two Weapon Fighting is:

Two-Weapon Fighting
When you take the Attack action and attack with a light melee weapon that you’re holding in one hand, you can use a bonus action to attack with a different light melee weapon that you’re holding in the other hand. You don’t add your ability modifier to the damage of the bonus attack, unless that modifier is negative.

If either weapon has the thrown property, you can throw the weapon, instead of making a melee attack with it.

lyric fjord
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Im with you so far.

slow hawk
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The PHB and basic rules have a table with all the normal weapons and all their properties

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As long as it has the light feature u can wield one with each hand and attack with your “other” hand as a bonus action, as described above

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Note you do not get a damage modifier on that bonus attack when using this rule

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In practical terms, the best you’re gonna do is two short swords (d6)

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Also note there are no class or race restrictions so anyone, in theory, can use this feature

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So far so good?

fleet field
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I would personally go for a fighter, so you can get the two weapon fighting style

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Or a ranger

slow hawk
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I didnt get there yet but sure go for it

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I was waiting for a reply

celest kettle
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is there anything major i should know abt dnd? im not to sure how to play. the most i know is that u do action, sometimes u have abilites, and dice roll.

fleet field
celest kettle
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is there like

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a video? Im not to good at reading lines of words for more than 5 minutes 😭

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I get distracted quite quickly.

hollow rain
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nothing as in depth as the rules themselves, but there are videos on youtube that are a bit more concise and fast paced

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the hour it takes to read the rules thoroughly is worth it though. it helps with the immersion

slow hawk
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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?
topaz garnet
slow hawk
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Basic rules and videos

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There is no way to avoid all reading

celest kettle
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okay

hollow rain
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i wouldnt be intimidated by it, just read it at your own pace and you'll get it

celest kettle
topaz garnet
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well, not really

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cleric alone is a good enough healer, especially with the Life domain

fleet field
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Cleric can do “healing” just fine on their own

slow hawk
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  1. if you’re new, pretend multiclassing doesnt exist. Its for down the line

  2. many classes have access to healing spells or abilities

  3. no class is purely a “healer”, including cleric, due to how the game is designed

topaz garnet
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mixing it with Wizard doesn't really net you anything worthwhile

fleet field
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For healing at least

celest kettle
frank wedge
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Hey new DM here how many rare items should my players get in a hard campaign

fleet field
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Well, intelligence for being smart, however there’s no stat for being fast

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Dexterity is the closest, but it doesn’t actually increase your speed

slow hawk
midnight night
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I'm a DM in training :p

fleet field
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Also, it’s generally better to base your stats on what’s good for your class, than just purely for roleplay

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You can rp your character however you want, your stats don’t dictate that

fleet field
midnight night
fleet field
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No specific new dm channel, but probably ask for dming advice in #dm-discussion

midnight night
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Okay

topaz garnet
celest kettle
topaz garnet
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but which one

oblique pier
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When starting a character, what are some creation pitfalls to avoid , for overthinking it or to not be caught of guard alot?

fleet field
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Don’t overwrite your backstory

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Don’t give yourself magic items

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Keep in mind your class when picking stats

edgy onyx
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Don't dump CON

fleet field
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Don’t expect class fantasy to directly equal mechanics

oblique pier
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Thank you, I'm learning a little list of what to check off for when i finish and start

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Does that mean i should research all the dlc in order to create a workable backstory?

languid warren
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dont get hung up on the alignment system

topaz garnet
languid warren
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if you dont find a fitting one for your character

lyric fjord
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A guy at the LGS told me that Fighter only looks boring because at first glance it appears simple. Thoughts?

fleet field
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Mechanically it is boring

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But flavour and backstory can alleviate that

jovial yoke
# lyric fjord A guy at the LGS told me that Fighter only *looks* boring because at first glanc...

Fighter as a class is boring.

As with any character, and to no greater extent than any other class, you can make it less boring, through flavour, backstory, and the passion you demonstrate by roleplaying it at the table.

However, it is a very simple class, probably the simplest in the game, and many players who enjoy having options will find that fighter often doesn't have tools for the situation, or that it only has one, relatively boring option - the Attack action.

polar parrot
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I would like to play Dungeons and Dragons but i don't have friends that are interested. What do you suggest

fleet field
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Play online with internet people

polar parrot
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I have played games based on it but not tabletop

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How do i play online with internet people

fleet field
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For the more general aspects of it, see the below bot post:

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?tag new online

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deep star
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Hi I always wanted to play dnd never had the courage though to do a game (⁠；⁠^⁠ω⁠^⁠）

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?
static knot
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There you can find a lot of information and help. But do you need any more personal guidance? 🙂

umbral spire
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hello i ame new to dnd but can someone tell me how i can find a game

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to play?

fresh fable
umbral spire
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online

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fresh fable
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#find-a-game has the details for the looking for channels here

umbral spire
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btw do u know where i can post looking for dm

crude musk
worthy sandal
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Is there any tags or descriptive element in the find a game posts that I can look out for for beginners?

harsh fjord
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Some folks will mention ‘beginners,’ ‘newcomers,’ or ‘newbies’ specifically, but they may be open to new folks despite not mentioning it explicitly. You can always ask!

unreal timber
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I have a question!!!! 🙋🏻‍♀️ can a DM also run a character? Or is it strictly DM-ing?

timid locust
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What you're referring to is called a DMPC. It's usually recommended not to run one, and just to stick to being the DM. Think of it like this: it would be kind of weird to do an escape room with the person who made the escape room, pretending that they didn't know what to do, right?

unreal timber
harsh fjord
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Or it’d be like the referee playing on one of the teams.

cobalt frigate
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Remember that the DM already plays everyone (NPCs and monsters) who's not a PC.

wild onyx
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Although it's fine to have a NPC with the party in the small-s sidekick role. Baggage handler, local guide, that sort of thing. When I have allied NPCs in combat I usually let my players know they'll look after themselves first, but respond to orders or suggestions that aren't blatantly suicidal.

worthy sandal
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How do people generally play there DnD games online? Is it through DnD Beyond, Twitch, a combination of platforms? I am wondering if I can join a game as a kind of "spectator" to learn from others as they play.

harsh fjord
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?tag new online

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harsh fjord
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You can find tons of games on YouTube and Twitch, live and video on demand, just to see how play proceeds. Discord and virtual tabletops like Roll20 are common, but I don’t think there’s a single approach.

worthy sandal
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Thank you very much 🙂

dense lantern
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I'm new here in dnd

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?
deft prairie
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Where would I go to ask questions about something? Its about races and class

fresh fable
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What’s do you want to know?

crude musk
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@deft prairie We have several channels, where you should ask depends on what you want to ask

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It all depends on your question

deft prairie
deft prairie
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Thank you

fresh fable
crude musk
deft prairie
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Ah ok, thanks

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Oki

still forge
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I haven't played a game yet but when I do what do I need besides dice

harsh fjord
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As a player? A character sheet, general knowledge of the rules. Note-taking implements optional but highly recommended.

ember oracle
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I've been interested in dnd for a couple of years now but never found a group, listened to several podcasts and would like to believe I have a basic understanding of the rules, what's the best way to find a group to play with? Would love to dm at some point in the future but would like to get more accustomed to the game before putting the big boy pants on

harsh fjord
ember oracle
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Thank you!

lyric fjord
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I'm less than 5 hours away from my first tabletop game and I'm like little kid excited.

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Ironically it feels like back in school when you got invited to a party and were nervous because you wanted the cool kids to invite you back.

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😈

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Any last minute etiquette tips or advice for being a good newcomer? I've studied the basic rules and pretty much read the players manual front to back.

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I'm also bringing beer and pizza, because my momma raised me right 😜

harsh fjord
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  • Take notes.
  • Thank the DM. Sincerely, even if it didn't go great. It's still work.
  • Pay attention. To everybody, not just the DM.
  • Try to be active. Folks who do things, ask questions, etc. make the game run well.
  • Know how your stuff works and try not to take too long on your turn.
  • Try to give other folks the chance to shine. Ask questions about their characters. Compliment them if they do something cool or have a good idea (out of character if in-character isn't appropriate). Be a fan of the party.
  • Know when to keep quiet. It can be easy to let enthusiasm overwhelm you (I'm prone to this).

These are maybe obvious, but maybe something in there isn't already on your radar.

lyric fjord
harsh fjord
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Also: if you established safety tools and boundaries, respect the ones folks have shared and respect yours as well. If the game is pressing up against some real discomfort for you, speak up about it.

lyric fjord
harsh fjord
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There's a saying in the community: No D&D is better than bad D&D. So if the game isn't right for you, don't feel like you have to put up with it just because finding a game is tough. There are lots of players and games out there, so find one where everyone at the table is more or less on the same page in terms of wants and expectations.

I genuinely hope it goes well, though.

tacit dirge
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Like nobles and commoners

lyric fjord
tacit dirge
lyric fjord
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That's why I thought you'd be interested.

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I'm a teacher, so of course anything that even rhymes with real history has me interested.

steady arrow
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Hello, i am new to D&D and have lots of questions

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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?
barren vessel
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I have only just started d&d at school with friends and I'm confused

digital tiger
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Hey I’m new how do I play and is anyone willing to let me in a game

ornate kiln
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hello, the bot above has a lot of useful link that help you learn how the game works

harsh fjord
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#find-a-game is where to start your search for other players.

sharp folio
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Is it hard to initially get started and is your character and race and stufff very important or can i customie it to my liking?

cobalt frigate
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Your character is very important since that is who you're playing. You can customize your as much as you want within the scope of the game rules and your DM's setting.

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Read the free Basic Rules (linked above).

wild onyx
sharp folio
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thank you 🙂

lyric fjord
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Why are elves the coolest and why do some people pick "not elves"?

vivid saffron
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Why is it that I can't add my homebrew subraces under my homebrew race even tho I've clicked that it would have subraces?

cobalt frigate
silent creek
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Hi! Do you have any tips on how to do different voices for a fresh DM?

near dock
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Hai im new here wave excited to meet new people and start playing w_hehe_smug

echo kelp
silent creek
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Ok, thanks

silent creek
echo kelp
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Check the Channels & Roles up near the top under the server image and select which channels/sections you’d like to see

silent creek
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Ah, thanks

crystal forge
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I am new here and i have no idea on how to play dnd and I am just wondering how to join a campaign

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?
harsh fjord
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The bot post above has the rules for how to play. The one below has info about finding folks to play with.

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?looking

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

Visit #find-a-game for everything you need to start your search, including:

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
limber hazel
crystal forge
limber hazel
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I also, saw BG3 and was amazed by it and decided to play baldur's gate 1-2 before i start BG3 and that hyped me up even more for DnD, i must admit. I have yet to play my first campaign, but rn im learning everything there is to learn about DnD. I feel like, with DnD, your own Knowledge of the game makes the game possible in the first place, unlike other games, where you can go in blind and discover the game as you go, bc the mechanics are done by the engine itself. In DnD you have to know what Advantage and Disadvantage does. Or how to apply your stat bonuses, etc. unless you have a good DM who can take care of that for you.

crystal forge
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Yeah that’s why I am worried I don’t know how to play exactly and i don’t have any friends that want to play dnd so I am kinda lost right now

limber hazel
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Don't worry. I got you

limber hazel
# exotic remnant

@crystal forge

  • Go through the introductory demo to get a feel of how things typically play out in DnD
  • Read the Basic Rules for as much as you like. - don't force yourself to get through it in one day like i tried at first -
  • Watch the Handbooker Helper Series
  • My personal addition, which im doing atm: Check out Bill Alans videoseries called: DnD with High School Students. It really takes alot of the anxiety away and you see how kids treat the game and how they would play and stuff. (late teens, not children btw.)
  • Now, maybe, you can try your hand at making your own character. Feel free to send it in here: #character-discussion message
  • and then just watch a couple other campaigns, vids directed towards DM's, vids directed towards players, tips, etc. to just throw yourself into the world of DnD

Finally, all you have to do is, find a game. It's up to you, if you wanna play with friends or strangers, physically or digitally. There is plenty of tools to play digitally, but im not sure.

crystal forge
limber hazel
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Again, i haven't personally played a campaign yet, but i feel much more confident about DnD and what it is and tbh. now i understand it's still just a table-top game, where you roll the dice and it pleases that hidden away gambling addiction, most ppl have lol

It's totally not like others have portrayed it in media.

limber hazel
sleek haven
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Hey there friendos

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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?
sleek haven
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Oh hell yeah, robots

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Thanks human that summoned the robot

fallen surge
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You’re welcome dndLol

kindred linden
fallen surge
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If you’re working on your character and want help editing them, #character-discussion is the better channel to post that in

kindred linden
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👍🏽 oh, thanks

golden moat
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Any tips for new dms for my dm? He’s new and I wanna help him out!

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Or at least new to dming

fleet field
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?newdm

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What is a Dungeon Master?
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Where do I start?
fleet field
harsh fjord
normal rune
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How do I get some players to do an online dnd campaign with ?

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But I’m not gonna be dm

fleet field
normal rune
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In what area do I ask those

fleet field
normal rune
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I don’t see any of the # that they are showing tho

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Like I can do that but where do I see that

fleet field
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To customise the channels you see, go to channels and roles at the top of the channel list

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Also those are links, you can click on them

normal rune
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Oh ok thank u

merry horizon
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ello

winged totem
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ello

merry horizon
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I wanted to join a server with campain

cobalt frigate
cobalt frigate
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This channel is for new players to D&D.

fiery arrow
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oh ok

sleek haven
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Is someone able to evaluate the character idea I have so far and tell me if it’s even following the rules or not

fleet field
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sure

lyric fjord
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how do i like, (for dnd beyond) get a campaigned link or smth, like is there a thing for just random players to join or smth??, cuz idk how to like do any of this stuff 😭

slow hawk
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Dnd beyond doesnt host games; dnd isnt like a video game where you just drop in

The DnD beyond app itself is for two things: a digital library for books and a digital character sheet for building and tracking a character on game

lyric fjord
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oh damn

slow hawk
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This server does not host games either. It is discussion of various dnd related topics

lyric fjord
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my bad man i didn't know

slow hawk
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If you are new, refer to the pinned messages in this channel for various collections of resources

lyric fjord
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alright thank you

jovial yoke
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@hot shale

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?
twin jungle
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I am pretty new to D&D, I am trying host my first ever session/campaign for my friends who have never played before. I have two pre-made campagins: "Lost Mines of Phandelver" and "Dragon's of Icespire Peak". Which one is better for new players?

fleet field
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icespire peak is the newest one, so maybe go for it

twin jungle
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Alright, thanks.

fleet field
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have a look at the bot post a few messages up

pale sandal
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hello does anyone know where to get live maps with grid? so i can put them on a tv table ?

fleet field
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have a look at the bot post a few messages up, where you can find resources to get started with dnd

lyric fjord
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what is dnd friend making me play

fleet field
fleet field
lyric fjord
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ok

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thx

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he called in a favor so now i hav to play w him n three other ppl idek 💀

faint gyro
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Yo this thing I'm reading says my character gets 1d10 every level for damage, does that mean ar level 6 I get like 6d10

static knot
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In which context?

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I think you might mean Spell Level not Character level

ornate kiln
faint gyro
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idk random stuff google said

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still beoke lmao

static knot
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what have you googeld to get this?

faint gyro
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Idk I'm pretty sure I saw it in an actual thing tho

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

faint gyro
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yeah no it does say 1d10 per fighter level

fleet field
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that's hit die

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not damage

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that determines hp regen during short rests

faint gyro
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oh ok

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what is the damage determined by then?

fleet field
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your weapon, mainly

faint gyro
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looks like I was a little confused before this

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oh ok

static knot
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+ proficiency (level) + modificator attribut (depends on weapon)

fleet field
static knot
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ah, yes, sorry, that was attack

fleet field
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also proficiency isnt your level

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its determined by your level, but it isnt equal to your level

unkempt eagle
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about how much should i know before jumping into a game?

fleet field
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know the basics of how dnd runs, and how to make character

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then once youve made a character for the game, make sure you know what said character can do

unkempt eagle
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do you think i need to know what exactly every stat does? or is that pretty easy to look up mid game

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like have a sheet just to glance at

topaz garnet
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there's only six ability scores at base, if that's what you mean

static knot
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it's easy to look it up and your dm will tell you what you need to role an when to use wich stat 🙂 don't worry

unkempt eagle
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you think i should rock like a fighter at first since spells seem kinda complicated?

fleet field
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any of the four martials (monk, rogue, barbarian, fighter) will be a lot easier to start with

unkempt eagle
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or is there a class that uses mostly melee with the option to use magic. i know fighter is boring

fleet field
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its totally possible to start with a spellcaster tho

fleet field
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or you could still be a fighter, and go for the eldritch knight subclass

static knot
unkempt eagle
static knot
unkempt eagle
unkempt eagle
fleet field
true shard
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you dont have to be in melee as a fighter btw you can also pick up a bow or something

fleet field
unkempt eagle
static knot
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you can even have both

fleet field
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yeah, fighters can use any weapons

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barbarians are the somewhat melee-locked one

wild onyx
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Finesse fighter, dump STR, take DEX and CHA, load up with social skills. Be a duelist! Champion of courtiers and queens.

static knot
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you are more than a simple class, you have skills, background, tools and items at hand and can be creative with what you do

unkempt eagle
static knot
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if you are stuff with nothing more than attacking, nobody have show you all the options you have we a character

unkempt eagle
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i guess i still dont fully grasp the scope of how in depth a character can be

wild onyx
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Never forget to take rope with you.

static knot
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you can shove, grapple, help others, throw alchemist fire onto a foe, team up with other chars for advantage, work with items and a lot more

unkempt eagle
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i feel like i need to take a quiz to make sure im ready lol

static knot
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and subclasses will bring even more options to the table

static knot
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I have played succesfully with people that only learnt 5 min before that DnD even exist

unkempt eagle
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i guess i just need to find a dm thats noob friendly

static knot
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the most part you could freely tell what you want to do - only one rule: think what YOU could do, not your char - every char can do everything that you as a person could do

true shard
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most think its fun to help others get into the hobby

unkempt eagle
fleet field
static knot
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and your DM's role is to tell you: ok, you try to climb that tree? yes, you could try, give me an atlethics check

unkempt eagle
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ive seen a video of people playing part of a campaign so i kinda have a feel for the gameplay

wild onyx
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It's a conversation where you tell a story together and sometimes roll dice.

static knot
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You don't even know much about the world. You can ask everything, like "What do my char know about this?"

wild onyx
static knot
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"I'm not sure what would be appropriate in this situation, what would be normal in this world?"

unkempt eagle
static knot
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It's not your role to have studied the lore and workarounds in the world you are playing in. And it's NOT bad roleplay to don't know what the world inside your DMs head might be like. It's always good to ask and get to know the ropes. That's part of the fun. 😄

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"Hey, DM, I'm not sure how the religion of my cleric will see it. Is it good or bad to kill that undead animal that is friendly to everyone? It seems to be innocent."
(Example out of one of my newbie campaigns)

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And don't be afraid to ask even in combat "I'm not sure what to do, what are my options?"

unkempt eagle
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gotcha

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i know theres a lfg channel but do yall know of any dms specifically that are beginner friendly

fleet field
unkempt eagle
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very true

misty stream
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hi, im new to dnd and im not sure where to even start, i dont have any irl friends interested in dnd so itd be rlly nice if someone could teach me the ropes

static knot
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🙂 You can find a bot post with the most important links in the pinned messages

misty stream
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thank you 💙

mossy vault
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hellu, I'm too new to d&d and I would like to know where I read the rules for the game and rules for character making.

fleet field
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all linked in the pinned messages

exotic remnantBOT
#
What is D&D?
How does it work?
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  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
ornate kiln
mossy vault
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@ornate kiln thank you. ☺️

unkempt eagle
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oh yeah whats a one shot?

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is it just like a short little story?

echo kelp
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One-shot is like a one-game (or at least limited sessions) adventure

jovial yoke
unkempt eagle
ornate kiln
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often, D&D games go over multiple sessions, sometimes they last for years.

a one shot is a small story, usually limited to one session of the game

jovial yoke
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A one-shot differs from a campaign, in which the plot runs across several sessions

echo kelp
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Really depends on how the adventure is set up but it's generally focussed on being short, not more than a game session or two to complete.

jovial yoke
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Usually people make new characters for a one-shot

unkempt eagle
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gotcha

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do people take characters from one campaign to another?

echo kelp
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They can but only with DM permission.

unkempt eagle
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probably with the same DM?

echo kelp
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Yes. Usually though each campaign is unique and folks create new characters for them.

jovial yoke
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You can get a DM that will let you do it, but culturally it's uncommon and frowned upon

ornate kiln
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it depends, its not the ususal way at many casual tables, but there are exceptions:

Adventurers league is "official play" and has you take your character from game to game, magic items and all.
"Westmarches" is a style if play that often allows you to do that too, but its restricted to one community where everyone agreed to run things this way

unkempt eagle
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gotcha

unkempt eagle
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what is dnd beyond .-.

ornate kiln
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its a website that allows you access the books digitally, make and manage characters, and run games with some tools like an encounter builder

unkempt eagle
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are the books like stories or rule books and guides?

static knot
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both, sperated in sourcebooks and adventures

ornate kiln
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some books are for rules/options, some are prewritten adventures that a DM can run for their party

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some contain a bit of both

unkempt eagle
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oh cool. i should probably check them out huh

jade dust
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is it normal or regular for someone to make a gc for all the dnd stuff

jovial yoke
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pretty normal

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like any other social activity, groupchats are useful

violet dragon
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can anyone help with my patron spells? im a lvl 1 warlock and idk which ones can i take from the list

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1st Detect Evil and Good Sanctuary Thunderwave Burning Hands Fog Cloud
2nd Phantasmal Force Spike Growth Gust of Wind Scorching Ray Blur
3rd Create Food and Water Meld into Stone Wind Wall Fireball Sleet Storm
4th Phantasmal Killer Stone Shape Greater Invisibility Fire Shield Control Water
5th Creation Wall of Stone Seeming Flame Strike Cone of Cold
9th Wish — — — —

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im a bit clueless in terms of the warlock spell system

smoky adder
jovial yoke
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looks like they typed out the subclass lists from the Genie patron

violet dragon
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dnd 5e

smoky adder
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Ahhhh, genie. That explains why there’s so many. dndLol

violet dragon
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yeeeeaaah

smoky adder
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If you look at The Warlock Table, it says a 1st-level warlock knows two spells and has level 1 spell slots.

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The expanded spell list from your patron lets you choose from those spells in addition to the ones on the normal warlock spell list.

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In the case of The Genie, you can only choose from the column that corresponds to your chosen genie kind.

violet dragon
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okay so i can choose only 1 from the patron or?

smoky adder
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What’s your genie kind?

violet dragon
smoky adder
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So you can choose any two 1st-level warlock spells you like. For your character, Detect Good and Evil (from the Genie Spells column) and Thunderwave (from the Djinni column) are also available to choose from.

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You can choose one or both or neither of those.

violet dragon
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thank you lots

smoky adder
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But you can’t cast them at all unless you take them as one of your known spells.

violet dragon
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i can have 2 spells and 2 cantrips,does that mean that i cant learn a patron spell

topaz garnet
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You can

violet dragon
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or is it just a bonus

smoky adder
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You can learn it as one of your two spells.

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(Or learn them both as both of your two spells.)

violet dragon
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you have no idea i was clueless

topaz garnet
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You can know two warlock spells (separate to cantrips)
The expanded spells says they also count as warlock spells for you, meaning you can choose to learn them, or not, like any other warlock spell

violet dragon
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my brain is dying at the simplest things

smoky adder
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Or you can skip them entirely for other spells on the warlock spell list.

violet dragon
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dnd beyond doesnt seem to have pact spells so ig i add them in pdf of my sheet lol

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eldrich blast is staying 🗣 ,it seems very strong

topaz garnet
violet dragon
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i cant find the genie spells

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in dnd beyond

smoky adder
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Detect Evil and Good is in the Basic Rules. Everyone should be able to access it.

violet dragon
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basically

violet dragon
smoky adder
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Same with Thunderwave.

violet dragon
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i appreciate ur help btw

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lots

smoky adder
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When you’re choosing your warlock spells, you should also see those two spells in the list to choose from.

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You can choose them or not, but you only get to pick two in total.

violet dragon
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i cant see the thunderwave,even when i search it in the bar

topaz garnet
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Make sure you're not filtering for only cantrips

fallen surge
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Have you selected your subclass? It obviously won’t show up if you are doing your spells before selecting your subclass. And don’t forget you also have to select what element you want your genie patron to be.

violet dragon
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istg my iq is dropping

fallen surge
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I’m glad we got it figured out dndCheers

topaz garnet
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Also I don't think it has a selection for which kind of genie you're in a pact with
So just be aware of which bonus spells your subclass choice won't actually allow

violet dragon
fallen surge
topaz garnet
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Oh nice

fallen surge
violet dragon
topaz garnet
violet dragon
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OHHHH

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THANK YOU!!!!!!

topaz garnet
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Thats your subclass

violet dragon
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you all are so patient

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thank you thank you thank you

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oof wait. fiend is the only option

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:,)

fallen surge
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Ah, that means you haven’t purchased the subclass or sourcebook through D&D Beyond

violet dragon
fallen surge
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The fiend patron is the only one that’s available for free, because that is the one that’s included in the basic rules

violet dragon
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this is a private campaign with the boys so uh maybe i can just write it down on the actual pdf version of the sheet :D.

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well in other cases i need to rewrite my whole lore

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thank you dnd beyond

fallen surge
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If you have the sourcebook irl, and just want to have your character sheet in D&D beyond, there are a few options still

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?books

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Does that command not work for everyone?

unkempt eagle
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?books

violet dragon
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i dont have any book irl

fallen surge
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Ah. Well, pdf/printed character sheets could still be an option for you then I suppose

violet dragon
crude musk
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?books

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copper shadow
violet dragon
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owlbear

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we work with what we have

copper shadow
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Ah gotcha

green moat
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heyy, does somebody know how to text in the looking for a dm chanel? Appearently we dont have permission to do so and even if we would, we have no idea what to write in the message >:(

smoky adder
hardy atlas
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Hello! Im a newb, starting my first game tomorrow, but creating my char today. Paladin, trying to understand everything at once. I'd like to play (from roleplaying perspective) a flail or a mace, but i keep reading bad stuff about them, although i have no idea why.

For instance, flail, warhammer, morningstar and battleaxe all have 1d8 damage, how can one be better than the other?

true shard
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well warhammer and battleaxe have versatile which the others dont have

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but honestly iwouldnt worry about it a lot if youre a beginner

hardy atlas
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Looks like i'll be the only tank in the party, so i'll be playing sword&board

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I decided to go CHA>STR>CON>WIS>INT, so if i understand correctly, that will enable me more damage from smites and such on top of my physical damage

true shard
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well charisma i quite important for paladins for t heir supportive abilites but it doesnt affect divine smite

hardy atlas
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ah, so no damage ability bases on paladin charisma then?

true shard
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thats not true theres abilities based on charisma

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for example the devotion paladins sacred weapon feature

ornate kiln
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flail is fine. dont worry about it.

Charisma is more important later on for Paladins than it is at low levels.

true shard
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it also helps their spellcasting which might deal damage

ornate kiln
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try to start with at least 16 in both CHA and STR and you are good

hardy atlas
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Thats not the way to go to drop holy bombs then? 😄

echo kelp
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That’s what a paladins smite abilities are for

novel jetty
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^

echo kelp
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Spend a spell slot and add extra damage on your melee weapon attack

ornate kiln
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you got Plate armor but no weapon?

hardy atlas
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No weapon yet, deciding what to take.. morningstar/flail/other

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Im not even sure about the stat distribution, as not sure what will scale better down the line

ornate kiln
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just saying Plate is not starting equipment.

hardy atlas
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DM might refuse me that then, ill wear what rags will be allowed then 🙂

ornate kiln
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yeah talk to your DM. the standard is chain mail

hardy atlas
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We were told no magic items and such, so i landed on plate... i figured its 1500gp tho, so i expect taht might be refused

hardy atlas
ornate kiln
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divine smite only scales with your spell level. its not dependent on CHA. some spells are dependend on the stat, but not all of them

ornate kiln
hardy atlas
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We were told to use what we have available from Beyond

hardy atlas
hardy atlas
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thanks for the tips ^^

sharp folio
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is there any extentions other then beyond and beyond 20 to play through beyond?

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or is there more

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or a better way

earnest laurel
#

Hi guys... I wanted to ask for build advice
I'm joining a Lv1-15 campaign and I made a Wizard Tiefling (subrace not selected yet) and I want to build a wizard that can buff friends, debuff enemies, and control the battlefield.

What subclass would be good for the gameplay I want and would there be any good guide I can take a look at for this?

slow hawk
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If this is your first character, general caution that wizard is a steep learning curve that will demand a time investment to study

earnest laurel
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It'll be my first time playing a wizard tho

solid rain
#

When choosing ability scores in d&d beyond, what method of choosing ability scores should I use? There's standard array, rolled, and point buy.

crude musk
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That is something you would ask your DM

ornate kiln
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usually your DM will tell you which to use. if you are making a character without a DM yet, I would chose between point buy or Standard array for now and adjust when necessary

crude musk
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The DM decides what method or methods you use

solid rain
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Ok. Thank you!

gleaming tulip
#

Halo! I would like to ask about Catfolk flexibility

Are all of their flexibility the same as ordinary cats?

ornate kiln
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catfolk? thats not an official race option in this game

slow hawk
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The closest race to “CatFolk” is the official, playable race of tabaxi

Their abilities are those in their race description

How “flexible” they are would depend what you’re trying to do and how your DM interprets it.

gleaming tulip
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So if Catfolks can be the same as Ordinary Cats

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Does that mean, They can be also Liquid as cats do?

slow hawk
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Dnd isnt a reality simulator, the rules dont account for every possible situation

gleaming tulip
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Some cats can get in to a small gap with their liquid body

slow hawk
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if you want to squeeze into a space it would depend on the size of the space

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There are rules that generally cover movement

cobalt frigate
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Tabaxi aren't cats though. They may have feline-like appearances and traits but they're still not cats.

slow hawk
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But there is no game mechanic for “being like an ordinary cat”

If you want to play a Tabaxi and role play in a cat like manner thats up to you

gleaming tulip
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Is that a yes or no?? Cuz i kinda like to have my character like that, it can be used on some kind of situation

ornate kiln
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I feel like you are asking questions about homebrew stuff, and since we arent familiar with that, we can't really make any definitive answers

gleaming tulip
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Awttsss– Sorry bout that– i was just being too curious on my catfolk character

cobalt frigate
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Ask your DM is the default answer then since the rules don't cover it.

ornate kiln
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generally though, you can look at the game features we know. Anything else is up to you and your DM

gleaming tulip
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Okay okay, Thank q!

cunning holly
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Hey so im new, just made a character sheet in dnd beyond and now im stuck

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I have a tiefling wizard with brains and smarts thats good at decieving investigating and insight, whatever that is, what next?

eternal pelican
cunning holly
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Thank u

nimble topaz
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how do i find a game quickly

eternal pelican
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maybe paid games or be lucky. sometimes it can take some time to find a game

echo kelp
hollow rain
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with no game experience, should i be looking for games that advertise "beginner friendly" or should reach out to everyone and ask them myself?

edgy onyx
finite forge
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Hello, I'm new here and I'm making my first campaign as a DM any tips?

cobalt frigate
eternal pelican
finite forge
wild onyx
lost jungle
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And also work with your players, being open clear, and communiative at all points; it's a collabrative effort all around, so being on the same page from session 0 is always going to yield the best results.

finite forge
echo kelp
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?newdm

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How does it work?
Where do I start?
thin prairie
#

New to DnD as a whole, always wanted to play, never figured out how and with who. I think I'm finally gonna give it a try. Any tips and tricks?

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  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
echo kelp
#

Start by giving the free basic rules a skim through, maybe watch some folks play D&D on a lieplay steram on YouTube/Twitch. Try your hand at creating a character sheet (see free basic rules). Then find a group and start playing!

lyric fjord
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I heard wotc made MTG supplements for DnD, is that true? Could i play in theros?

novel jetty
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You can

echo kelp
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Yes - there is a Theros setting

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Also Ravnica

novel jetty
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They also released some monsters from Eldraine

shrewd nimbus
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hey 👋

novel jetty
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sup

shrewd nimbus
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how r u?

novel jetty
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Good

feral leaf
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Hello, I am brand new to D&D. My wife and I are looking to start playing and getting our daughter started as well for a family adventure and help continue imagination, creativity, and problem solving. We stumbled upon D&D at Target and picked up the starter kit.

Any advice on what we are needing to do and how to get started as none of us had played before.

subtle kettle
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ok so im looking for someone to dm for a session with me and my friends, but its not very traditional at all... how would i go about actually hiring someone for that just posting it in #750812887697588356 ?

ripe pumice
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This is my first day on the Discord channel. I am looking forward to sharing adventures, ideas and experiences. I am almost to the end of Dragons of StormWreck Isle with two groups I run. The "noob" group is far more creative than the FAR MORE experienced one. I am so happy about that.

lyric fjord
echo kelp
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It has instructions

slow hawk
# feral leaf Hello, I am brand new to D&D. My wife and I are looking to start playing and get...

In terms of actual steps, it’s really just read the rules, build some characters, ask here with any questions. I suggest watching some actual play videos on youribe just to get a feel for the flow, understanding that “real” games arent as “produced”

Bigger picture, dnd is about the experience of telling a story and having fun interacting as a table - not winning or losing as one might in a sport or video game

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I think the first rule of dnd is to understand that winning is when everyone has fun, even if all your characters dont accomplish the mission. The story and the experience is the point. It should help build community

harsh fjord
fleet field
subtle kettle
harsh fjord
subtle kettle
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ok thank you, ill check it out

feral leaf
harsh fjord
slow hawk
fast drum
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This is where I belong

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How do I join a dnd

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I need it dumbed down a bit

fleet field
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You find a group that needs people, and ask to join

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Have you read the basic rules?

fast drum
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Yes yes confused on how I find a group tho

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Like one that will want a noob

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I know there’s a channel for finding a group

slow hawk
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?looking

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wicked blade
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Hi one of my friends introduced me to DnD and I have some dice for it

lyric fjord
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Hey, if anyone is needing help understanding 5th Edition D&D at all, feel free to dm me, I would be happy to help. I'm willing to work with however slow you want to go ^^

lyric fjord
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hwo do i make a dnd character

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friend makig me

lyric fjord
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What is D&D?
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  • 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
# lyric fjord hwo do i make a dnd character

Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbooker Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.

Both are linked above

limber hazel
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What should a Newcomer Buy?

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Im thinking about getting the Player's Bundle..

fleet field
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nothing to start with

limber hazel
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Really?

fleet field
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if you think youre gonna keep going with dnd, the players handbook is a good next step

lyric fjord
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Yes, if you're looking to actually buy a book and commit, Players Handbook has the most/best information

limber hazel
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okay, anything else?

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Im a bit irresponsible and like spending my money away, so feel free to suggest a "buy-this-and-you-have-everything" List lol

fleet field
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k, just for playing i would go phb -> tcoe -> xgte

limber hazel
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im not good with abbreviations

cobalt frigate
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The free Basic Rules is like a video game demo so you can try it before you buy it.

limber hazel
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what's tco and xgte?

fleet field
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xgte = xanathars guide to everything

limber hazel
limber hazel
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What about that bundle containing monsters and so on?

fleet field
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thats for the dm

limber hazel
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On roll20 i saw, they don't sell the 3 book bundle anymore but instead something different. Forgot the name

cobalt frigate
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If you have no interest in DMing (most players don't) then don't bother with the Dungeon Master's Guide (DMG) and the Monster Manual (MM).

limber hazel
cobalt frigate
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You don't need it.

limber hazel
fleet field
limber hazel
fleet field
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dmg you dont need, mm you just shouldnt get at all as that would kinda be cheating

harsh fjord
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Reading monster statblocks and acting on that knowledge is metagaming and generally bad form.

cobalt frigate
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I recommend you play as a player first to get the feel and rules of the game first. DMing takes more commit of time and money.

limber hazel
cobalt frigate
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Monster Manual

fleet field
limber hazel
limber hazel
limber hazel
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I could still do skill checks with the DM to get certain info, probably, right?

fleet field
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up to your dm

harsh fjord
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Exactly. “Does my character know…?”

fleet field
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but yeah probably

harsh fjord
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The answer may be “no,” but going about it that way is better than, as mentioned above, essentially cheating.

limber hazel
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Okay thanks everyone!

cobalt frigate
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As a DM if I suspect a player is "cheating" by looking up monster statblocks I will give them a warning offline.

limber hazel
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I really hope to be able to play some time soon, since im getting more and more impatient now haha I've been informing myself and preparing myself and so on, but now i really wanna play

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I found a bunch of campaigns, i requested to join, but im kinda... sad? Bc there is one Dm i really want to play with and i applied, but there are like 40 applications on his page and by reading through them, i kinda doubt, i'll be the one, to be taken 😅

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but let's hope, eh?

fleet field
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yeah

harsh fjord
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The upside is there’s plenty of other games out there.

limber hazel
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yeah

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My only issue is that i can only play on Sundays

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and im a complete beginner

cobalt frigate
lyric fjord
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Hello everyone

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I was wondering if someone could help me out with some stuff

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My uncle is a dnd player but hes very busy and he can only teach me once hes done with his own stuff so im gonna take the time to learn more

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and i was wondering if i could get someone to help me with the character sheet

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the ones i found arent very helpful for someone empty minded like me

fleet field
#

which part of the character sheet dont you understand?

lyric fjord
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the numbers

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i understand most of it but i still dont get the numbers

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i wish i had image perms to show what i mean

fleet field
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which numbers?

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feel free to dm me with the images

slow hawk
#

Have you read the free basic rules?

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What is D&D?
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  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
solar root
#

How do I talk in looking for dm chat?

fleet field
modest raven
#

Hey im new how can i start playing?

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?
lyric fjord
#

Hello could someone guide me through the character sheet? im halfway done with some help but hes away so i need to do it myself

fleet field
#

what part of it?

lyric fjord
#

ac initiative and speed

fleet field
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Speed is determined by your race

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Initiative bonus is normally just your Dex mod

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Ac is determined by your armour, mainly

rugged mountain
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a

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currently working on character

lyric fjord
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with 4d6

fleet field
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It is normally 30, for most races

lyric fjord
#

what about human?

fleet field
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It’s 30

lyric fjord
#

what about initiative? whats a dex mod

fleet field
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Dexterity modifier

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I would recommend giving the first few chapters of the basic rules a read

lyric fjord
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allright for saving throws how many do i choose

lyric fjord
fleet field
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Your class determines your saving throw proficiencies

fleet field
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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?
cobalt frigate
# lyric fjord where do i find that

Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbooker Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.

Both are linked above.

wet sail
#

What is the best way to find groups that play during my timezone/find Australian groups to join?

cobalt frigate
thin prairie
#

When finding a game, what's the specifics of community games, paid games and other services. I'm not entirely sure what each of the terms mean and I can't find the meanings online.

topaz garnet
#

community is like, a server that hosts games or a Westmarch (one single DND game with multiple characters generally in a 'hub', and multiple DMs each able to run short adventures)
paid is paid, of course

restive spire
#

Hello! I just started DND and I’m still trying to figure out of to put my stats for the monk I’m making.

static knot
#

QUICK BUILD

You can make a monk quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom. Second, choose the hermit background.

topaz garnet
#

"QUICK BUILD
You can make a monk quickly by following these suggestions. First, make Dexterity your highest ability score, followed by Wisdom." (then constitution should be your next highest)

topaz garnet
violet dragon
#

hello!

restive spire
static knot
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You need to know from your DM if your group will go with roled stats, point buy or the array of stats first.

violet dragon
#

what does "community game" specifically mean

topaz garnet
#

three methods:
Standard Array (15 14 13 12 10 8), or Point Buy (which can replicate SA, be 15 15 15 8 8 8, or anything in between)
or Rolled (roll 4d6, eliminate the lowest die, and record the total. do this a total of 6 times.)

static knot
#

For a simple draft of a character start with the array and change it as your DM will tell you. ^^

static knot
mental osprey
#

Hey is there any miniatures that work alongside the starter set? I saw some online but there were multiple sets so I wasn't sure which one works with the current starter set

violet dragon
#

my friends are all holding off their campaigns and they barely play so its like i make characters for nothing so i shall be looking for an adventure

static knot
violet dragon
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thank you :D

static knot
mental osprey
restive spire
#

Ah alright, thank yall very much!

ripe pumice
#

'Im a DM with two groups. We are about to complete starter adventures, mini-campaigns. That said, there will be an option to re-roll characters to start Curse of Stahd and start in the LVL 1 area OR keep the lvl 3s and enter Barovia directly.

DMs out there, do you impose limits on how players roll their ability scores via the point-buy system or do you allow them to roll for in their own time until they get 18-18-17-16-15-13?

mental osprey
#

Anyone know what mat to get if I am going to get the starter set

wild onyx
mental osprey
wild onyx
#

I have no idea about WOTC products, but it looks like the maps are available. You could print them on paper. You'd need to get the grid to come out at 1" intervals.

crude musk
mental osprey
lyric fjord
#

Whats the highest Number for hit points

mental osprey
#

So are grid maps the same size or can they be small/massive?

static knot
#

the can have very different sizes

mental osprey
#

Gotcha, do the books give some idea on how big a map is then?

static knot
#

they should show you the map, so that you could count tiles on the grid

mental osprey
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Thanks a lot

static knot
#

if you have a map with only grid on it to write on with markers, don't worry to much

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you can trace the needed parts of bigger maps onto your tablemap and don't need the whole map and erase it to map out the next part if needed

vale shadow
#

Hi, new player here. It will be my first time playing D&D. Do u recommend Dragons of Stormwreck Isle Starter Set
Or Starter set 5th edi? Will play it with my friends and we all are new to the game.

wild onyx
fierce zenith
#

I am relatively new

late ridge
#

With eldrich blast, and chill touch, I'm confused by something, it says +4 ATK on my roll20 sheet that I quickly made to see where everything goes, but not sure where these numbers come from? Theres also +3 for dagger?

eternal pelican
#

welcome to all the new peeps in here

fierce zenith
#

Thank you

fresh fable
ornate kiln
lyric fjord
#

I'm a new dm here and decided it would be fine to take 7 players into a campaign which is supposed to be for 4-5. Someone teach me how to scale the difficulty up so it's decently challenge Instead of them massacring everything in 1 round pls.🥹

ornate kiln
# lyric fjord I'm a new dm here and decided it would be fine to take 7 players into a campaign...

you could use the D&D beyond encounter builder for some quick and dirty adjustments.

put the prewritten encounters with their original amount of players (5) into the builder and take a note of the difficulty.

then put the same encounter against the new amount of players (7) and add creatures or replace them with more powerful ones till you get to the same difficulty.

not perfect but should get you into the right ballpark

lyric fjord
#

Anyone wanna share their un-knowledge in a game?
Dm if interested

lyric fjord
late ridge
#

Ah okay! thank you, that clears it up

lyric fjord
#

Just another question, would it be more interesting/fun/challenging to fight a dmg adult dragon or a healthy young dragon?

proud fossil
#
  • Use bosses that have actions that work at a distance while minions prevent players from closing quickly
#

Also - glass cannons. It's ok if monsters go down quickly if they hit HARD first - scares the players more.

ornate kiln
#

though generally, for a big party, having multiple monsters and legendary actions is pretty important

lyric fjord
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can i flirt the dragon

proud fossil
#

Also - #dm-discussion would probably get you lots of advice. This is probably beyond "newcomer" territory.

lyric fjord
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Oh ok

ornate kiln
lyric fjord
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I am a newcomer though🥹

lyric fjord
lyric fjord
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i have no idea how to make a character shee

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sheet

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I use the premade ones

lyric fjord
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I prefer being a dm compared to player. The characters making part just confused me

proud fossil