Maybe I could convince a dm to let me cast vicious mockery with a trumpet and just blast peoples eardrums
#dnd-newcomers
lyric fjord
echo kelp
Flavor is free 🙂
lyric fjord
Heheh
vast cobalt
at the end of the day it's all about convicting DMs right
turbid ridge
@lyric fjord when you are ready #find-a-game
turbid ridge
I just realizes I gotta learn new stuff
With dnd you'll never stop learning
lyric fjord
"fudge"
limpid sand
I think I got conffused
harsh fjord
By what?
vagrant wing
is there a way to look for players and a dm at the same time?
echo kelp
is there a way to look for players and a dm at the same time?
Are you building a D&D server + community? You could use #looking-for-community. As Taz noted, read #find-a-game as it explains things.
vagrant wing
Are you building a D&D server + community? You could use <#880956314308714566>. ...
no i was just looking for a one time group to play with for a short campaign
do i need to make a server to make a community
echo kelp
If you need DMs and Players that sounds like building a community to me.
weary goblet
hey yall i was wondering if anyone could explain some basics too me
exotic remnantBOT
slow hawk
hey yall i was wondering if anyone could explain some basics too me
See above
weary goblet
I’m currently using it :)) but thank you
prime pier
I’m currently using it :)) but thank you
What are your questions exactly? I can’t promise I have the answer but I can try.
ashen reef
is there anyone here who is an aspiring new DM Im trying to make a small party and would like another new Dm to help me take charge of it
weary goblet
What are your questions exactly? I can’t promise I have the answer but I can try...
just really how the dice roles work and what the diffrent dies are for
fleet field
d20s are the only dice that really have fixed uses. They’re what you roll for saving throws, ability checks, and attack rolls
All the other dice are used when a feature or rule tells you to
coral zenith
just really how the dice roles work and what the diffrent dies are for
Ight, Multible spells include a mutitude of dice so some spells tell what dice you need for them
a d12 is normaly for the DM to use or Great Weapon Damage
and the d20 is to see if you do something correctly
the rest are out the window
prime pier
is there anyone here who is an aspiring new DM Im trying to make a small party ...
I’m new new to the game but I ran a game for my family and enjoyed DMing I don’t know if I’d be a good fit for you or not.
fleet field
d8 are rapiers and one handed longswords
d10 are polearms and two handed longswords
d12 are great weapons
That’s not comprehensive btw. Just a rough indication
ashen reef
I’m new new to the game but I ran a game for my family and enjoyed DMing I don’t...
As long as you got a good vibe and is respectful then you'll be perfect Dm me if your interested
fleet field
Something like the fireball spell uses 8d6 for damage
fleet field
just really how the dice roles work and what the diffrent dies are for
Do you understand dice notation, for example what 4d6 means?
weary goblet
Do you understand dice notation, for example what 4d6 means?
i do not sadly
plucky ridge
The d6 means it's a six-sided dice. The 4 before it means you roll 4 times.
So 4d6 means you roll a six-sided dice four times
In D&D you use a range of multi-sided dice. The most used is the d20 which is used for things like attack rolls or saves.
fleet field
So 4d6 means you roll a six-sided dice four times
Or 4 six sided dice
Then you sum the results
exotic remnantBOT
unique ravine
I’m new to dnd and need help understanding the game
Anything specific? 🤔
shell fractal
No not really
vernal onyx
Does anyone have any recommended stores to buy dices
My mom said she’ll order some next month, but just in case there are cheaper alternatives
slow hawk
Dice emporium for cheap in bulk
vernal onyx
Dice emporium for cheap in bulk
Okay thank you
dull tendon
Do I have to study frst before I play dnd or can I just go in raw
harsh fjord
You should read over at least some of the rules if you're trying to play with strangers. If you're playing with friends who are learning alongside you, you can just try playing without much prep (though it might be bumpy).
dull tendon
ok ty
summer tapir
Hello!
dull tendon
hey
summer tapir
Is d&d an expensive game?
unique ravine
Try to learn at least how to make ability rolls, attacks and what your character does! You can learn everything else in the way
harsh fjord
The Basic Rules are free and give you enough to play for a good long while.
summer tapir
I can find rules online?
harsh fjord
Yep, see the links below!
exotic remnantBOT
summer tapir
Oh wow thanks
dull tendon
thanks
summer tapir
Can you play dnd onljne?
harsh fjord
?tag new online
dull tendon
Can you play dnd onljne?
I p sure since this is where you go to play it online lol
harsh fjord
You can. The article above gives a nice rundown.
summer tapir
I thought this discord is just a guide lol
harsh fjord
It's a place for discussion and we have channels to find folks to play with, but no games are hosted here.
summer tapir
So where do find people to play with?
orchid siren
summer tapir
Whats the difference between community and traditional?
exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
A community game is a rotating group with rotating DMs typically doing one-off adventures in a living world, sort of like an MMO. A traditional game is one group with one DM over the course of an adventure.
summer tapir
Im guessing d&d games can take years to end?
harsh fjord
It can. Or it could be one session. It varies.
umbral kite
Im guessing d&d games can take years to end?
It's a social game so it depends on the DM, the campaign, and the players and the internal and external factors around each of the three
cobalt frigate
Im guessing d&d games can take years to end?
It can take one session (these are called one-shots).
They can take a few sessions (typically short adventures).
Campaigns could be several years (or even decades) long.
My current campaign I'm running has been going for two years and will be at least another two years.
summer tapir
Oh ok
fleet field
I know someone who ran a single campaign for over two decades
That’s a very extreme case tho
cobalt frigate
I think most campaigns are finished around a year, either actually completing to the end or things fall apart due to real-life circumstances.
cursive temple
Whats a session 0 i figure its a getting to know each other kinda thing but what do you guys usually d
unique ravine
Depends on the DM. But normally explain the base of the campaign, like the world, ambiance, if they use special rules or what kind of content will contain the campaign and if everyone is okay with that
Some people use session 0 to help on character creation.
And others don't even use it. I highly recommend it tho.
cobalt frigate
Yeah, it'll hopefully avoid future headaches, especially to weed out potential problematic behaviour.
brave wind
what do paid games mean? I don't really understand 😅
brave wind
oooh okay thanks 😊
what should I do when my time zone is in hkt? 🥲
I haven't played any games before. how do you guys plan when you guys are in different time zones?
slow hawk
Thats just part of the process
Organizing a game is like organizing any group activity
unique ravine
You could ask everyone for their availability and work with the group to set a date. Don't try to handle all of that alone tho
vernal onyx
Is the psychical D&D handbook really needed
fleet field
no, you can play purely with the free online materials
vernal onyx
no, you can play purely with the free online materials
Okay thank you
unique ravine
Its more important the rules and stuff it has. You don't rlly need the psychical version. Useful in person but that more of a tool than a necessity
vernal onyx
Its more important the rules and stuff it has. You don't rlly need the psychical...
Ohhh I see, thank you
west sun
Do we have a new dm help channel lol?
deft sigil
Do we have a new dm help channel lol?
#dm-discussion could probably help you out..
west sun
Alrighty thanks calamity
jaunty onyx
Hello, I have literally never touched dnd and am scared to join any game and ruining it from being dumb. Also are you supposed to go in with a fully built character you made (because I don’t know what any of them do/are), a character concept or you just start from scratch? any tips of where to look would be nice 🙂
unique ravine
You should't mind how much you know, we all started at that point. A lot of DMs would teach you as you play! so don't worry.
Also if you are learning you can always ask the Dungeon Master for help, like making your character, easier ways to play or ideas for it!
jaunty onyx
Thanks, also to find a game do I go to looking for players, or looking for dm because don’t you need both?
cobalt frigate
Check #find-a-game and read the instructions there.
jaunty onyx
Thanks 🙏
cobalt frigate
Hello, I have literally never touched dnd and am scared to join any game and rui...
Read the free Basic Rules. Learn how to create a character but don't be attached to it because your (future) DM may ask you to create a new one from scratch.
jaunty onyx
Alright 👍
static copper
How do you determine the number of prepared spells you can have?
fresh fable
What class?
unique ravine
Normally its your casting ability modifier + your lvl on that class
static copper
What class?
bard
slow hawk
The spellcasting feature of your class description will tell you
static copper
Normally its your casting ability modifier + your lvl on that class
how do your determined spell casting ability modifier?
slow hawk
The spellcasting feature of your class description will tell you that
unique ravine
On the description of the class
Bard, sorcerer and Warlock are Charisma for example
static copper
On the description of the class
Bard, sorcerer and Warlock are Charisma for exa...
thank you
fresh fable
Spells Known of 1st Level and Higher
You know four 1st-level spells of your choice from the bard spell list.
The Spells Known column of the Bard table shows when you learn more bard spells of your choice. https://www.dndbeyond.com/classes/bard
main oyster
When I try to use "persuasion", what am I rolling against ? "Passive Insight" ?
What if the other person is weary of me ? Do they roll for "Insight" against my "persuasion" ?
fleet field
The dm will set the DC of the check
fresh fable
The DM will set a DC for a persuasion roll
quiet yew
Any suggestions how to play dnd like rules, characters, people important, different races, different classes, etc
crystal cobalt
I'm waiting for a game to join
fleet field
Any suggestions how to play dnd like rules, characters, people important, differ...
Read the basic rules. They’re linked in the pinned messages of this channel
tropic timber
me too stranger
main oyster
Even if the other person is a pc ? Asking on behalf of my dm 😶🌫️
humble sky
If the other person is a player and you're using persuasion I think the other player would roll an insight check
fresh fable
Why you trying to persuade a party member?
unique ravine
A lot of DMs don't roll for that and let the players decide what happens instead
main oyster
Why you trying to persuade a party member?
Our pcs are meeting for the first time and one of them has been accused of being a murderer
So he needs to persuade us (who are weary of suspected criminal) that he is innocent
main oyster
If the other person is a player and you're using persuasion I think the other pl...
So rolled persuasion needs to be higher than rolled Insight?
humble sky
Correct
main oyster
Thank you
quiet yew
Read the basic rules. They’re linked in the pinned messages of this channel
Thanks 😊 but I was talking about like a book
humble sky
The basic rules are a book
mint minnow
Hi
royal dirge
Hello 
mint minnow
Hi I'm not sure what I'm supposed to be talking about here I joined cause I played dnd beyond with 2 friends irl and I really liked it but now idk if they wanna play anymore so um yeah I just wanna play dnd with peeps sometime
fresh fable
We have #find-a-game for info on online gaming
mint minnow
0h ok thanks u
fresh fable
Or visit your friendly local game store to see if they have any games going
lyric fjord
What's a plasmoid
umbral kite
What's a plasmoid
In oversimplified terms: a living ooze
lyric fjord
Interesting... Can It go through cracks
lyric fjord
That seems... Overpowered
Plasmoid monk
Run around naked giving people gooey best downs
Beat downs
topaz garnet
monk with nothing to their name other than their own matter
umbral kite
Their other abilities make them better as barbarians or rogues
fresh fable
Open palm monk
main oyster
A Pla-nk ?
Just to confirm, a weapon with reach is probably best for "tunnel fighter" fighting style, right ?
fresh fable
Tunnel fighter is UA so may not be allowed at most tables
true shard
Just to confirm, a weapon with reach is probably best for "tunnel fighter" fight...
Yeah probably
wild onyx
Fighting in a tunnel, maybe. Get someone to throw out caltrops ahead of you, stand and stab, could buy you more time to attack before the enemy get to melee.
main oyster
Tunnel fighter is UA so may not be allowed at most tables
DM allowed it because it didn't give me any extra modifiers like defense, duelling or great weapon fighting and the other fighting styles didn't fit according to my backstory.
main oyster
Yeah probably
👍
main oyster
Fighting in a tunnel, maybe. Get someone to throw out caltrops ahead of you, sta...
Oh good idea if I ever get into a fight in a tunnel
crude musk
UA material is outside the scope of this channel, though
main oyster
DM also said that there'll be "more of role-playing than fighting so it doesn't matter".
mint minnow
Or visit your friendly local game store to see if they have any games going
Local game store?
fresh fable
Place where they sell board games nerdy stuff and people hang out playing DnD, mtg war games etc
mint minnow
Ohhhh I read it as "our local game store"
I have a question
Do people here like do dnd sessions using vc?
crude musk
A lot of people use discord VC to play D&D, yeah
If you're asking if D&D games are run here, in this server? No, they're not
main oyster
Uh I got confused
If I'm searching for a game to join as a player, should I go to "looking for dm" or should I go to "looking for player" ?
(Trying to join an existing group that's looking for players)
crude musk
You should look in #looking-for-players or post in #750812887697588356
mint minnow
If you're asking if D&D games are run here, in _this_ server? No, they're not
I see cause I'd prefer to play that way lol
crude musk
You'd prefer to play on this server?
mint minnow
Uh I got confused
If I'm searching for a game to join as a player, should I go t...
I'd also like that lol
mint minnow
You'd prefer to play _on this server_?
No I Mena playing in vc
crude musk
Many people play that way
mint minnow
*mean
crude musk
it's very common
main oyster
You should _look_ in <#750813601358676008> or _post_ in <#750812887697588356>
Looking for players it is.
Thank you
mint minnow
Ok thats good
main oyster
What does "foundry" mean in playstyle ?
main oyster
Oh
rancid pike
If an ability does 2d6 damage and crits, is it straight up just one roll and multiplied by 4, or traditionally 4 single rolls instead?
crude musk
There's no multiplying of dice results at all, let alone by 4
2d6 means roll two dice and sum the result
On a crit, you'd roll four dice and sum the result
rancid pike
Ah, k
merry steppe
Ight
cursive temple
Ive found like 2 groups that already that are pretty welcoming so it shouldnt be hard
fallen surge
Things like that will mostly come down to your DM and your personal preferences. Your paladin’s oath is technically a part of their subclass features, but it’s also most just there as flavor, so changing it does not have a mechanical impact on how the subclass is played. You can talk to your DM about reflavoring things however you like
twin token
if i finished creating my character, can i start playing or is there still something to do before i start playing ?
cold fossil
Probably yeah, but you can have your DM read through it, and make sure it fits with the campaign
twin token
ok thx
proud moat
Hey, how's everyone doing? I'm new to dnd
fallen surge
if i finished creating my character, can i start playing or is there still somet...
Well, that depends on what you mean exactly. You can look for a group to join, but you don’t need to have a character made before doing that. In fact, it’s generally best practice to make your character after joining a group, because they might have unique rules or lore or whatever. That being said, it’s not a bad thing to make a character beforehand. You just have to understand that some changes may be required.
If you have a group, and your first session is scheduled and all that, then having your character made is really all you need. Just make sure you have at least some familiarity with the rest of the rules
proud moat
Nice to meet ya DeerMan
twin token
Well, that depends on what you mean exactly. You can look for a group to join, b...
ok thx
fallen surge
Oh, well there is an official Paladin oath that is basically that, already. It’s called Oath of Vengeance
fresh fable
Yes the oaths in the books are a rough guide so if you want to change them go for it (subject to DM approval)
iron drift
hi everyone I never played a dnd game anything I should look into for starters ?
exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
Those links should get you going. If you have specific questions, do ask!
rugged crater
What's the difference between rolling a 1, 5, 10, 15 and 20? (As in how to respond to a character rolling a 5 vs a 10 vs a 15
crude musk
Lower roll bad?
Higher roll good?
Usually a roll will be a binary outcome; success or failure
So what they specifically roll typically doesn't matter as much as whether they succeeded or failed at meeting the DC/beating the AC/making the save
lyric fjord
What's the difference between rolling a 1, 5, 10, 15 and 20? (As in how to respo...
Some DM’s gauge such things not on binaries, but rather in a sort of “quality”, but not for things like attacks, or some checks- it’s not really relevant, but you could consider it- not much, though.
crude musk
That's getting into an optional rule (degrees of success) which is more of a #dm-discussion thing
lyric fjord
yeah, and I’m not really a huge fan of it, but I think it definitely has merit in some places
rugged crater
Lower roll bad?
Higher roll good?
I was kinda asking like how successfull or how badly a skill check goes at those numbers
crude musk
It's success or failure by default
rugged crater
It's success or failure by default
Why not roll a 1d2 instead?
crude musk
Because that's not how probability works.....
1d2 gives you a 50% chance of success or failure that is fixed across all creatures
1d20 + modifiers against a variable DC/AC lets you vary the probality across participants
rugged crater
If a player rolls a 12 how much different would that be from an 18?
crude musk
If the DC is 10 or 20, not at all
If the DC is 15, the difference between success and failure
If you want to use degrees of success, that's an optional rule found in the Dungeon Master's Guide. You can discuss that in #dm-discussion
rugged crater
What's DC?
crude musk
Difficulty Class; it's the number you have to meet or beat on an ability check or saving throw
rugged crater
ty
lyric fjord
Difficulty Class; it's the number you have to meet or beat on an ability check o...
Good explanation on all that stuff, it’s nice to see people helping the new guys out as well as you- good on you man
vernal onyx
I’m a DND player (who hasn’t been to an actual session) in middle school (I won’t say my age) and I plan on making a D&D club
How long should DND sessions last?
I most likely will be making it an after school club btw
fallen surge
Typical sessions last for 2-4 hours
lyric fjord
not that they can’t last longer, but for after school they likely shouldn’t. I’ve played for 10 or more hours before, but in middle school you’d likely have to, obviously, come back home eventually
And that’s generally a sort of extreme length, but it’s more just about how long people can, and want to, play.
fallen surge
Anything more than 4 hours is considered to be a “long” session by most people’s standards, but yes there are people that play for longer.
This is just the average
harsh oasis
So I can't seem to find a channel for new DMs asking for help. Is there one available
solid umbra
Hello, I am brand new to DnD and have never played before. I get the basic premise of how to play but is their anywhere I can go to get some help in joining my first online experience of the game 🙂
exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
Start with these resources - feel free to ask any specific questions here or in an appropriate channel
solid umbra
Start with these resources - feel free to ask any specific questions here or in ...
Thank you very much 😄
scenic shuttle
Hello there! I'm Dyto, new to dnd, got to lvl 10 in a partial campaign I was a part of irl and would like to get back into in online using dnd beyond. Or roll20. Either way I'm hoping to find experienced players I can vibe with and learn more.
plucky ridge
Welcome! This channel is for new players to ask questions so if you have any, ask away.
echo kelp
If you're looking for a group/game to join...
exotic remnantBOT
solid umbra
Damn the character customisation stuff is confusing 😵💫
cobalt frigate
What are you having difficulty with?
solid umbra
What are you having difficulty with?
I get the leveling system and race and whatnot but then it mentions stuff about campaign specific stuff, encumbrance ect. Are these things I change per campaign do I just do?
Also is it common courtesy to have a character ready for a campaign? I’ve never done one before and wanna be prepared to find one
fresh fable
Having a basic idea of what you want to play is fine, coming up with character concepts is a good way to learn how to build PCs
Get the basics of a character done and they can be altered to fit most games
solid umbra
Get the basics of a character done and they can be altered to fit most games
I get what I want my characters class to be, what skill points to have and what I want their backstory to be so is that kind of all I need?
fresh fable
Yeah I’d keep the backstory vague as in don’t name places and don’t let it be more powerful than a lvl 1 character
solid umbra
Yeah that’s all good then, is there any specific channel for DM’s hosting games that allow for brand new players?
Thank you
fresh fable
Have a look through #looking-for-players see if any games look like something your interested in and respond in the thread under the ad
It’s not a quick thing to find a game
solid umbra
It’s not a quick thing to find a game
That makes sense that it’s not, scheduling and whatnot. If I happen to have friends that wanna learn the game too with an experienced DM, is that something that needs payed for or are people usually happy to do that?
harsh fjord
It varies.
vernal onyx
Typical sessions last for 2-4 hours
Okay I can do that, thank you
narrow tusk
Hey. So random question. Recently got into Baldurs gate and i’m loving it. Highkey want to dabble in D&D but I have no idea where to start. And I kinda have a fear that I’m gonna join my first ever game and ruin it because I have no clue what I’m doing. Are people quite nice to newbies lmfao?
harsh fjord
?tag new bg3
exotic remnantBOT
How to Go from Baldur's Gate 3 to D&D w/ D&D Beyond
Take the leap from Baldur's Gate 3 to Dungeons and Dragons with D&D Beyond! Unlock free rules, adventures, dice sets and more to continue your adventure in the world's greatest roleplaying game!
harsh fjord
That link may help. It's hard to generalize about people (since that's what we're dealing with), but folks who love a hobby do tend to want other people to love it, so newcomers might be welcomed in many cases.
The pinned messages can help orient you to the game more.
sleek robin
How long should DND sessions last?
depends, most groups can be around 2-4 hours, some groups (me included) can go up to 10 hours possibly
narrow tusk
That link may help. It's hard to generalize about people (since that's what we'r...
I’ll have a read. Thank you! I just don’t want to get into my first game and ruin other people’s experiences just bc I’m so new to it
harsh fjord
If you have other questions along the way, do ask!
narrow tusk
Thank you 😊😊
sleek robin
Hey. So random question. Recently got into Baldurs gate and i’m loving it. Highk...
dw! most ppl are actually excited to have new players! it's a little hard at the start obviously because of the learning curve but ppl shouldnt turn you away just because youre new
narrow tusk
That’s a good point. I roughly know what i’m doing due to Baldurs gate. Like the situation with dices, different classes and races, etc. Guess I just need to go for it and find a game. No point worrying about it haha
sleek robin
yeah dw it'll be fun!
in the dnd beyond creator there should be an option fr beginners
to help
harsh fjord
Reading the rules or watching some videos will help. Not all tables will be cool with someone who did no prior research. (Like I'm pretty chill, but if I were running a game for strangers, I'd want them to have done some legwork beforehand.)
narrow tusk
Oh definitely. like if i was joining someone’s game id 100% do research beforehand. i wouldn’t want to keep asking questions i didn’t have to i guess
modest canyon
Hello everyone i recently got a dungeons & dragons starter kit but i'm still lost on how to play if someone would be willing to go over the rules with me in more detail i would greatly appreciate it please and thank you
smoky adder
What’s one specific rule you wanted help with, to start?
modest canyon
i dont understand how the character sheets work
cobalt frigate
Did you read the free Basic Rules yet, at least the first four chapters?
modest canyon
yes i did but im the kind of person that learns better from vc and calls
i watched videos too but i dont know
cobalt frigate
Well, we can't give one-on-one tutorials because dozens of new players join this server every day. You will have to read the Basic Rules and/or watch the tutorial videos at your own pace.
If there's something you have trouble understanding then ask here. We are more willing to help.
modest canyon
i understand thanks anyways ill let you know if i have any questions
dense minnow
If I am a new player playing with all new players should I look for a more engaging story or a more funny story
fallen surge
That is totally up to whatever you and those fellow players enjoy. It’s totally personal preference
cobalt frigate
That's up to your DM on what kind of adventure they have planned.
dense minnow
That's up to your DM on what kind of adventure they have planned.
Well I am trying to be the dm
cobalt frigate
Then talk with your players on what they like
dense minnow
Okay I will, one more thing should the session 0 be soon when the campaign is going to start or when the campaign is still a work in progress
cobalt frigate
Session 0, as the name implies, is before the first session of the adventure/campaign.
That said, you can have multiple session 0s in the middle of a campaign... let refresher courses to your players on your house rules, social contract, boundaries, etc.
If you need DMing advice head on over to #dm-discussion
true musk
Yep multiple session 0 can do a lot help improve a campaign.
Over the course of several sessions, the group can review what works and what doesn’t to make changes to better suit the table’s preferences.
cobalt frigate
Communication is key to a healthy game table.
tired cargo
Hi Guys, I am new to DND and DND and beyond, and I was hoping I could get some help with some content I just purchased
I have a character, and I have just reached level 4 in our campaign. In doing so, I purchased a feat individually from Planescape, and am trying to add that feat to my character builder screen. It wont pop up though under add feat
sleek robin
I have a character, and I have just reached level 4 in our campaign. In doing so...
sometimes dnd beyond is a little slow to add new things such as newly bought features or homebrew
just give it a bit and refresh
if it doesnt work make sure that you have the correct things clicked on in the first screen of dnd character creator and make sure the feat is also not just specificed for one class or race
slow hawk
Okay I will, one more thing should the session 0 be soon when the campaign is go...
Nothing against multiple meetings before the campaign. Do whatever it takes to communicate/prepare
tired cargo
sometimes dnd beyond is a little slow to add new things such as newly bought fea...
okay, it does actually say a prerequisite is the Evil Outer Planes Feat, I am trying to get Baleful Scion. So i suppose I need to buy the prereq feat... oops i missed that detail lol
sleek robin
lol
tired cargo
thanks though! sorry am noob
sleek robin
no dw all good! everybody had to learn at some point
marble wyvern
what are good visual things to learn from. like youtube, who does a good job explaining everything?
cobalt frigate
What do you want to learn?
topaz garnet
the Handbooker Helper series is good
marble wyvern
What do you want to learn?
everything lol
exotic remnantBOT
cobalt frigate
Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).
I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "Handbooker Helper" video tutorial series on Youtube.
Both are linked above.
After you read the rules and/or watch the tutorial videos, feel free to ask questions here.
true musk
what are good visual things to learn from. like youtube, who does a good job exp...
I’d recommend getting the Player's Quick Combat Guide by Adam H.
It’s free and can be a good reference material for new players.
You can find it on the DMs guild website
rugged crater
what're considered low and high HIT values?
is +3 low? is +6 high?
is +12 bonkers?
rugged crater
so +5 is a decent accuracy value of a move?
slow hawk
Oh hit, i thought you wrote INT
It scales by level and tier of play
When you start your proficiency is +2 and your primary ability should be +5
Therefore in tier 1 you should have +5 to hit
rugged crater
how do I see what's considered high/low accuracy at levels 1, 5, 10, etc?
slow hawk
Your proficiency will increase ar certain intervals and your primary stat is expected to increase
Also, there are magic items and features that will increase your accuracy
You really should have your main stat to 18 by lev 4
true musk
dnd also features abilities that requires a target to make a saving throw
vernal onyx
I used DND beyond to help calculate my stats, and I just wanted to ask if they are accurate (I know I asked this before, but just to be sure)
true musk
As long as you’re not overwriting your stats, it should work without issue.
vernal onyx
As long as you’re not overwriting your stats, it should work without issue.
Alright thank you
Also my friend is a necromancer, but he can’t find that role in DND beyond, so should they just go with choosing Wizard for class?
true musk
School of Necromancy is a wizard subclass
ornate kiln
(thematically, you can also play a Cleric, a paladin, a warlock or even a Druid as necromancer) but the main "necromancer" is indeed the School of necromancy wizard
slow hawk
I used DND beyond to help calculate my stats, and I just wanted to ask if they a...
You can double check, its just add/subtract
rugged crater
You really should have your main stat to 18 by lev 4
if I understand correctly, moves should be near guaranteed? (assuming accuracy is rolled with a d20)
shell fractal
Hey I have a question what do my party and I do if everyone dies
ornate kiln
if I understand correctly, moves should be near guaranteed? (assuming accuracy i...
not really. An 18 in your main stat just means you have +4 from your stat
gray ocean
Okay so, as someone new to D&D and TTRPGs... I plan to be both a player and a DM, and I'd like to have D&D in my repertoire as it is the most popular TTRPG, however, I do not really want to support Hasbro. What books are "required" if any? Should I buy the base rulebooks just so any players who come to my table who don't have them can read them? Just curious.
ornate kiln
Hey I have a question what do my party and I do if everyone dies
that depends on what the DM has planned and what you wanna do. sometimes, the campaign is just over and you start with a new story and new characters. sometimes the same story continues but you play a new group. sometimes, the characters will get revived or continue in the afterlife
shell fractal
Ok
ornate kiln
Okay so, as someone new to D&D and TTRPGs... I plan to be both a player and a DM...
the basic rules are free
gray ocean
I was just wondering if I should get the PHB just so my players can read it
if they don't have it
ornate kiln
I mean thats not a bad idea but if you dont want to give Hasbro money, then thats would be conflict, right?
ornate kiln
sure, then get the PHB secondhand
gray ocean
I was just wondering which ones are a good idea to have, even if they're not per say required
just for referencing or maybe teaching good ways to be a DM or w/e
ornate kiln
Well as DM, I say PHB and DMG are must haves. then afterwards, Xanathars, Tashas and monster of the multiverse have the most stuff for you and and your players
gray ocean
So PHB and DMG are the only ones that I really need
I was wondering how useful DMG was
ornate kiln
technically, you can do with just the basic rules, but both do have a lot of useful stuff
the DMG is a bit of a mess structurally
gray ocean
oh, yikes 😭
ornate kiln
but it does contain a lot of good stuff, you just have to find it
gray ocean
and then I guess I could bring my laptop to any game if I need to reference any oddly specific things
ornate kiln
I always DM with a laptop anyway
gray ocean
makes sense
ashen reef
is there anyone here who is an aspiring new DM Im trying to make a small party and would like another new Dm to help me take charge of it
gray ocean
can probably hide it behind the DM screen to not ruin the immersion 😆
heady urchin
is there anyone here who is an aspiring new DM Im trying to make a small party ...
I'm not a dm but are you cool if I want to join your party? I've never played DND before
ashen reef
I'm not a dm but are you cool if I want to join your party? I've never played DN...
yeah of course
true musk
is there anyone here who is an aspiring new DM Im trying to make a small party ...
You can make a post in #750812887697588356
ashen reef
DM me
ashen reef
You can make a post in <#750812887697588356>
cool
true musk
Just keep in mind it’s done by a bot for you.
Instructions can be found in #find-a-game
echo kelp
Hey folks! Per server rules do not solicit or organize games in the discussion channels. Take it to private message or use the Looking For Game channels (see #find-a-game as others have already noted)
heady urchin
Oh sorry!
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true musk
Check out the links in the bot post above to get started
If you have any questions feel free to ask.
ashen reef
Just keep in mind it’s done by a bot for you.
sure
ashen reef
Hey folks! Per server rules do not solicit or organize games in the discussion c...
ok sorry
keen ibex
Hello, everyone!
I have a question - would a cleric still have their divine powers, if somewhere deep inside they want to take place of their god? Like, one day they started to feel, that they can do better, and got an impossible idea to replace their patron god.
true musk
That would depend on how the DM wants to handle things.
glass summit
Its entirely up to your DM how your deity would respond to such ideas. I think it could be interesting if the god specifically blessed your character with divine magic because they want someone to replace them one day. Kind of liking finding a protege so they can go retire
keen ibex
So, it's a DMs interpretation kind of thing. Thanks
keen ibex
Its entirely up to your DM how your deity would respond to such ideas. I think i...
Knowing what deity is my clerics patron, they, most likely, may keep their powers as a dare ahah
heady urchin
Can anyone tell me like what the base score means for d&d beyond? I made my first character on it and I have no clue what the 14 under my strength means
true musk
Sure.
Base score refers to the ability scores assigned at level 1. This would be strength, dexterity, constitution, wisdom,intelligence, charisma .
rugged crater
Anyone got a checklist or a way to know if you're ready for your first dnd game or not? (As dm)
true musk
Can anyone tell me like what the base score means for d&d beyond? I made my firs...
14 strength specifically means that you get to add +2 to any dice result in which you’re using strength.
heady urchin
Okay, I think I'm picking up on this
echo kelp
Anyone got a checklist or a way to know if you're ready for your first dnd game ...
There is no checklist other than a desire to run a game and have fun with friends (or soon to be friends?)
fleet field
Can anyone tell me like what the base score means for d&d beyond? I made my firs...
14 is your strength score
that means your strength modifier, what you actually use most of the time, is +2
restive sequoia
Is CHA important for a ranger?
true musk
Not really
echo kelp
It doesn't hurt but dexterity and wisdom are your main bread and butter for Rangers
heady urchin
I'm still slightly confused but what I'm getting at is that the base score really just tells me how much I add to a roll?
Im sorry im very Slow
restive sequoia
Should I keep my INT on a lower scale since I’m not a wizard?
fleet field
I'm still slightly confused but what I'm getting at is that the base score reall...
the base score is mostly a holdover from old editions
at this point the modifier is what you care about
the base score just determines the modifier
fleet field
Should I keep my INT on a lower scale since I’m not a wizard?
for a ranger its not that important, yeah
true musk
And depending on what specific things your character is doing, you can add other bonuses to the dice result.
fleet field
at level 1 as a ranger, you should focus on 16 dex, 14 wis, and 14 con. then do whatever you want with the rest of the stats
heady urchin
Alrighty! I'm gonna hope I can figure things out from here
fleet field
(assuming you're attacking with dex, which most rangers will be)
exotic remnantBOT
true musk
Alrighty! I'm gonna hope I can figure things out from here
Feel free to check out the handbooker helper series. Fairly sure they have a video about ability scores.
restive sequoia
(assuming you're attacking with dex, which most rangers will be)
Alright thank you I had my int being the third lowest and my strength being the second lowest but I switch them
fleet field
Alright thank you I had my int being the third lowest and my strength being the ...
that sounds abt right
what was your lowest? cha?
restive sequoia
Yes
fleet field
k
rugged crater
There is no checklist other than a desire to run a game and have fun with friend...
But what could happen is the players see the first enemies or see the first dungeon and do sum completely unexpected, I'll be completely stumped from there or for example the session starts and a player brings up a game mechanic that I forgot abt
slow hawk
Is CHA important for a ranger?
Review your class features carefully and they will tell you what stats are needed
A weapon user needs to decide what kind of weapon/armor that will inform whether you need STR or DEX
echo kelp
Alrighty! I'm gonna hope I can figure things out from here
I will also note that you're learning a new game - it's going to feel like a lot at first but as you keep at it and eventually start playing, things will begin to click and become 2nd nature. And even now, with years of playing and running the game as a DM, I still mess up rules and forget things!
slow hawk
But what could happen is the players see the first enemies or see the first dung...
The DM is god. The players can never really go where you dont want them to go
echo kelp
But what could happen is the players see the first enemies or see the first dung...
The point of the game is to have fun. As long as you're doing that and everyone at the table is having fun, you're doing D&D right. Even when you forget rules. Even when you forget about a monsters special abilities. Don't worry. You can pause the game as needed to look up stuff, to reset expectations, to enforce appropriate player behavior, etc. Focus on fun.
heady urchin
I will also note that you're learning a new game - it's going to feel like a lot...
I mostly just hope I can find a group that can help me if I ever royally screw up during a session
rugged crater
Understood
restive sequoia
Review your class features carefully and they will tell you what stats are neede...
Is there a difference between leather and scale cause I’m picking equipment but it doesn’t really say a difference
true musk
But what could happen is the players see the first enemies or see the first dung...
You can also think of it as presenting a problem to your players. Where the trick is to work with your players to create a solution to solve that problem.
heady urchin
I got a bunch of friends who hype up dnd and it sounds like a lot of fun. But they never told me how to actually play 😭
echo kelp
I mostly just hope I can find a group that can help me if I ever royally screw u...
Same thing goes for players - as long as you're having fun and helping others have fun (including the DM) - you're doing D&D right. Most folks are fine with new to D&D players (hey we all were new D&D players at some point!). Again focus on having fun, try to learn how to run your character sheet so you don't always have to ask others for help, but also don't be afraid to ask for help! The point of the game is to have fun.
heady urchin
Fun and figure out the character sheet. 👍👍👍
rugged crater
You can also think of it as presenting a problem to your players. Where the tric...
Problem: god is scared, an angry angel is angry and god has selected 6 random ass adventurers to fight for him
heady urchin
Problem: god is scared, an angry angel is angry and god has selected 6 random as...
Why is god a mood?
rugged crater
Seems like a solid plot
slow hawk
Is there a difference between leather and scale cause I’m picking equipment but ...
There is a table that gives the stats for armor, In the equipment section
wild onyx
I was thinking like, there are skeletons wandering around from the crypt and menacing people like your family in the village.
true musk
Fun and figure out the character sheet. 👍👍👍
Since you’re using dnd beyond, it should make things easier for you since you can click on different things on your character sheet and a brief explanation will pop up
heady urchin
Yeah I've figured out a thing or two at this point
rugged crater
Why is god a mood?
He's not a mood, he's just spooked by the angry angel he trapped for many millenia
restive sequoia
There is a table that gives the stats for armor, In the equipment section
Oh yeah cause I saw I had a amour class of 12
true musk
If it’s your first time DMing, you can start with a pre-written adventure made to be played in one sitting.
vernal onyx
You can double check, its just add/subtract
Ohh okay thank you
vernal onyx
School of Necromancy is a wizard subclass
Alright thank you
vernal onyx
(thematically, you can also play a Cleric, a paladin, a warlock or even a Druid ...
Ohh okay thank you
fleet field
Oh yeah cause I saw I had a amour class of 12
you probably havent equipped your armour
restive sequoia
you probably havent equipped your armour
You have to equip it I kinda thought it was automatic
marble wyvern
why is it so hard to find a group open to newcomers to with my availability 😭
true musk
What have you tried so far?
cobalt frigate
Because there are waaaaaay more players than DMs.
exotic remnantBOT
true musk
Because there are waaaaaay more players than DMs.
Yep. Plus it’s also about compatibility.
The more preferences align, the better the chances of a successful campaign.
white estuary
cobalt frigate
Head on over to #dm-discussion for DMing advice
subtle timber
hey people, looking for a new group to play with
exotic remnantBOT
torpid prism
I'm so happy with my character ^^
ashen reef
what did u make
slow hawk
Already cross posted in #character-discussion
ashen reef
oh is this for a new campaign you guys are in or just for fun
long arch
Hi ya'll I'm new to D&D, is there a room for learning that?
exotic remnantBOT
topaz garnet
Hi ya'll I'm new to D&D, is there a room for learning that?
this is indeed the channel
gray ocean
Is the Monster Manual any useful besides giving a lot of monster ideas? I was planning to make my own or use ones within campaigns so not sure how useful it'd be.
and I believe I heard the DM book already gives help in making new monsters so...
fleet field
If you're new I highly recommend sticking with existing statblocks
the Monster Manual provides a bunch of basic ones that can serve a ton of purposes
gray ocean
just trying to save money
solid tinsel
Hey Everyone! I am new to DnD and I'm just excited to be here!
cobalt frigate
A new DM would lack the experience to make a balanced monster.
fleet field
the basic rules do also include a bunch of free simple statblocks tho, so read through those and see if they'll fit your needs
cobalt frigate
There are plenty of 3rd party monsters
gray ocean
There are plenty of 3rd party monsters
that's what I was thinking
cobalt frigate
You can always reskin/reflavour monsters
gray ocean
so not sure if there's a point in getting the "official" one from WotC
I think the PHB and the DM guide are the only things I really need right?
cobalt frigate
Most of the monsters in the MM are found in the free Basic Rules.
gray ocean
so what's the point of it then? to have it in a nice print version, I suppose?
cobalt frigate
I said most, not all.
gray ocean
I mean yeah
I'm just not sure if it's worth getting when I plan to use other 3rd party sources for a lot of my content
cobalt frigate
You know your own budget.
ashen reef
A new DM would lack the experience to make a balanced monster.
how would u make a balanced monster
cobalt frigate
That would be something for #dm-discussion or #homebrew, not here.
ashen reef
ok sorry i just saw it here so i thought it would be fine to ask that question here since it was in this tab but i get it
cursive temple
kind of a shame that some campaigns i got interested in require the players to use a paid service like forge
i mean i get it but still a bit of a shame
cobalt frigate
¯_(ツ)_/¯
gray ocean
If someone requires me to make a character sheet on D&D Beyond, will they normally offer me the shared books feature on there? I see some people here requiring D&D beyond sheets and I do not plan to buy any digital books (I personally use GSheets 2.1 for my own character sheets) and was wondering if I was just "locked" out from joining those groups without paying for the digital books.
I know there's probably not a set-in-stone policy, but I was curious what the general move is.
echo kelp
If someone requires me to make a character sheet on D&D Beyond, will they normal...
Some groups will have someone with a Master Tier subscription and enable Content Sharing
gray ocean
and if they don't, then I just can't really join I assume?
topaz garnet
well, not that outright
echo kelp
Well you could - you just will only be able to use what's available in the free basic rules and any homebrew
topaz garnet
a DM can still manually edit a sheet with their content
exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
You can also use the homebrew tools to recreate material you already own from physical books.
gray ocean
hm
echo kelp
Just don't publish it (make it available to the general public). Unpublished homebrew can still be used in your own games/chaarcter sheets with no issue.
smoky adder
Alternatively, you could buy just the pieces you need (like a single subclass) instead of the full book.
Whatever you spend gets credited toward the cost of the book itself, too.
gray ocean
yeah, I'm not doing that lol
I'll just stick to using other stuff
so I can submit, say, a race from a book I own as private homebrew content onto D&D beyond, and the DM will be able to see it on my sheet?
echo kelp
Yes that can work
wind dune
I'm a DM trying to advertise my campaign and look for players, where do I start in this server?
echo kelp
I'm a DM trying to advertise my campaign and look for players, where do I start ...
Read carefully #find-a-game
gray ocean
Yes that can work
so I can transfer over stuff from my books onto D&D beyond without having to entirely purchase the books again, basically?
echo kelp
You could yes. It's just a matter of work and not publishing it (making it public)
topaz garnet
so I can transfer over stuff from my books onto D&D beyond without having to ent...
most stuff yes
sadly invocations and fighting styles and maneuvers aren't re-creatable.
gray ocean
damn
echo kelp
Ah yes. There are some limitations but you could fake it via custom feats
gray ocean
I think I may just have to hope that my DM is fine looking at my sheet on something besides DND beyond
or is sharing books
(damnit, now I feel like when I want to DM, I'd be an ass if I didn't share books... but I don't want to buy tons of digital books and pay a sub for a site I barely use...)
cobalt frigate
Usually it's the DM who fronts the cost. Talk with your DM first.
gray ocean
I wanna be a DM at some point but I'm not exactly rich
gray ocean
I planned to make my own campaigns or use third party ones and personally I try to make most of my stuff with open-source or free options
cobalt frigate
That's fine. 
gray ocean
I guess I'd just have to find a group that's fine with all that
exotic remnantBOT
slow hawk
Start there
abstract herald
Hello everyone! I’m new to D&D 5E. The last time I played was about 20 years ago with AD&D
I was hoping to find a game and learn how things work now in the digital world lol
topaz garnet
Check the bot post above for links
vernal onyx
What does 5e mean
topaz garnet
fifth edition, the current edition
vernal onyx
fifth edition, the current edition
Ohh
So does it affect any D&D sessions
Or does it mean, new lore and stuff
ripe heart
Hiyo I'm new to DnD and I would love to learn to play but I don't have anyone or know anyone that plays or wants to learn or play.
exotic remnantBOT
slow hawk
Materials to get started
gray ocean
Is foundry free to join and use as a player?
Like if someone says they use foundry to host their games
cobalt frigate
Yes, the client side is free.
Only one person pays for the license and the means to host the server (usually that's the DM).
cursive temple
OH IS THAT HOW IT WORKS
lyric fjord
hey im going to play a campaign in 1 week and still trying to build a Kensei Battlemaster Monk Fighter
we're playing with exp and not milestone, anyone has any tips on the level distribution?
cobalt frigate
The DM splits the XP equally among the PCs.
torpid ivy
can you cast find familar then let the familar give you help action on attacks?
cobalt frigate
https://www.dndbeyond.com/spells/find-familiar
A familiar can't attack, but it can take other actions as normal.
Remember that most familiars have 1 to 3 hp...
gray ocean
Only one person pays for the license and the means to host the server (usually t...
Oh, that's awesome! I hope my little laptop can run it lol
cobalt frigate
That'll depend on the size of the maps and any modules the DM runs.
slow hawk
hey im going to play a campaign in 1 week and still trying to build a Kensei Bat...
#character-discussion for general advice
#optimization for hard numbers analysis
lyric fjord
I have made the character and I'm looking for a campaign to play
true basalt
Hi I'm new can someone teach me?
exotic remnantBOT
alpine pivot
If as a tortle I wanted to jump down a hill or mountain slope and cast withdraw. Would I get a faster travel speed? And Could another party member use my character as a sled?
edgy onyx
There are no rules for that, so up to the DM
alpine pivot
I was thinking it could be considered falling but then I'd be at risk of damage (if i hit something) but traveling 500ft in 6 seconds sounds awesome
topaz garnet
Withdraw? That's not a spell
alpine pivot
The shell defence once per turn you can withdraw into your shell
topaz garnet
right
that's not a spell. You don't cast it.
alpine pivot
Ohh I meant bonus action my bad sorry still learning
topaz garnet
And 'once per turn'? It's just your action to go in, bonus action to come out.
fresh fable
And falling damage isn’t negated by AC so you’d take damage too more than likely
alpine pivot
If im taking damage on the way down instead of emerging I was thinking I could use healing word as my bonus action after a set amount of damage
edgy onyx
Youd first need to use your bonus action to exit your shell, as thats the only action you can take while inside, and then use healing word next turn
alpine pivot
You can't cast healing word from inside?
fleet field
As the feature says, the only action you can take from inside is to exit it
And lowercase action also includes bonus actions
fleet field
If im taking damage on the way down instead of emerging I was thinking I could u...
And you’d take damage at the end when you impacted
alpine pivot
That's where my confusion was because I thought bonus actions didn't count as a regular action
edgy onyx
Read the ability, at the end it says bonus action is the only action you can make while inside
fleet field
That's where my confusion was because I thought bonus actions didn't count as a ...
Bonus Actions are an action, but not an Action
half bison
so i completely new to playing dnd and i am so confused where to start and i also dont own any dnd books or anything related and i was wondering if someone wants to do a campaign
exotic remnantBOT
topaz garnet
That's where my confusion was because I thought bonus actions didn't count as a ...
"...and the only action you can take is a bonus action to emerge from your shell."
fleet field
Hence counting that bonus action, and all bonus actions, as actions
(But not Actions)
alpine pivot
Thank you for clarifying everyone
half bison
so when it comes to homebrew can you create custom magic abilities or is it tied to the class
golden kraken
so when it comes to homebrew can you create custom magic abilities or is it tied...
homebrew is literally when everyone in the group agrees "we don't like the rules, let's change 'em"
there aren't any rules when it comes to homebrew, only things that are more or less fun
half bison
and i know that i have to handle it with care in some groups
fleet field
You shouldnt be homebrewing if you’re new
It’s an advanced thing that needs good game knowledge
golden kraken
I'd second that, though perhaps with different phrasing-
homebrew all you like; it's a valid part of the learning process- just don't subject your group to it on a permanent basis
half bison
well i had a few ideas so its like a character with a slight homebrew thing so being possesed by like a fire ghost so its awakend some ghostfire abilities and ghostfire is a hard hitting element but has very low accuracy if that sounds any good
cursive temple
You roll to attack the enemy and fail instead hitting your ally
peak urchin
well i had a few ideas so its like a character with a slight homebrew thing so b...
Instead of possessed maybe make it an item that is possessed. It might work better than a basic possession.
echo kelp
Homebrewing flavor (e.g. descriptions but not mechanics) is a lot easier for folks to accept and use.
Homebrewing new mechanical features (things that impact core game mechanics) is much harder to do in a reasonable way that folks are likely to accept.
Also playing a few games using core mechanics unchanged will help give you a feel for how the game is generally balanced - so when you do decide to homebrew something you can do so with some understanding of how to balance it and make it work well with the core game rules.
mighty coral
hi there, would somebody want to look over my character sheet? just need a 2nd pair of eyes to double-check if I did a mistake here or there. I would share a one-page pdf in direct message
echo kelp
hi there, would somebody want to look over my character sheet? just need a 2nd p...
Great question for #character-discussion!
mighty coral
oki doki
half bison
Instead of possessed maybe make it an item that is possessed. It might work bett...
then is a question if you think that the ghostfire katana because i want him to be a samurai with fire abilites if it could give him abilities through his connection to the sword
echo kelp
This would be something you'd want to discuss with your group and DM as any custom homebrew magical items would need to be balanced for your DM's game.
golden kraken
or you could reflavor class abilities as the item's power
which is a waaaay better way to do things, especially for a newbie
peak urchin
You can make it yes but run it through with your dm and make sure it fits the game.
half bison
true i was just asking if it was a nice concept
golden kraken
then is a question if you think that the ghostfire katana because i want him to ...
go for either a Paladin or Hexblade- the smites and various spells fit well, and Paladin's Oaths line up nicely with various forms of Bushido
echo kelp
I could also see an Eladrin in Summer Season form (fire) with the Fighter class and samurai or eldritch knight subclass.
golden kraken
be it making your sword blaze with unholy fire (devotion) or placing a hex on your foe (vengeance or hexblade), it should be interesting
ah, Eladrin's a great fit! Teleportation's always fun on that sort of theme
half bison
question is should i start with a level 1 character or should i increase it
echo kelp
Some groups will start at higher levels but many games will start at level 1
If you're just making a character sheet to learn how or for your own personal fun, I'd suggest starting at level 1
half bison
right because i want to find a game i just wanna make my character first
echo kelp
Sure - just be aware that you may need to tweak the character with the DM and other players help and advice to fit whatever D&D game you're joining.
golden kraken
right because i want to find a game i just wanna make my character first
it's good practice to make your character after joining a game- the idea is that you make a character specifically to fit the campaign, rather than slapping a generic one in there
half bison
just gotta find any in the server unless anyone has a campain available
median slate
Is there a guide for a complete beginner on dnd ?
exotic remnantBOT
half bison
Is there a guide for a complete beginner on dnd ?
you could probably search up on youtube
exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
#find-a-game has useful info on how to find a group/game to join to play D&D as well as instructions on how to use our Looking For Game channels.
exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
^ Adventurers League is official organized D&D play
median slate
you could probably search up on youtube
Have any video suggestions ?
half bison
not really cause im also completly new
echo kelp
In that bot message previously, there's the Handbook Helper series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1tiwbzkOjQyr6-gqJ8r29j_rJkR49uDN
median slate
In that bot message previously, there's the Handbook Helper series: https://www....
Got it
noble frigate
Hello I am new to DND
noble frigate
I am at the level of reading the player handbook
echo kelp
We recommend giving the free basic rules (or Players Handbook if you have it) a read (1st chapter has step by step instructions on how to build a character), maybe watch some videos/streams of folks playing D&D, then try and make a character, then go find a group and start playing.
noble frigate
I was hoping to attend a session with some expert player who are playing online
exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
Read #find-a-game - has useful info on finding a group and important instructions on how to use our Looking For Game channels
noble frigate
Thank you so much
umbral kite
I was hoping to attend a session with some expert player who are playing online
#find-a-game will help then
granite swift
Hi all 🙂
Was just looking for a bit of guidance on first time DM & players.
For a session 0 would it work to have people do the DnD Beyond character creation BEFORE Se0 and then spend the first meet up agreeing how/if people know eachother?
Just felt clunky to do character creation all together :/
crude musk
It's not uncommon to do character creature between session 0 and 1
That way everyone is going in to making their character with a better grasp of things
golden kraken
Hi all 🙂
Was just looking for a bit of guidance on first time DM & players.
F...
the Davs are multiplying
and I second Davyd's message; half of the benefit of session 0 is working out boundaries and whether or not the game's a good fit for the players and vice versa,
and the other half is to let the players get familiar with the premise, so they can make their characters properly
granite swift
Gotcha.
Party are all good friends so fit wise (socially) should be OK - think most should be comfortable with D&D as it's in their wheelhouse.
So for a Stormwreck isle campaign session 0 could be more of a general you're going to Stormwreck isle for X reason, do people want to know eachother before hand are some people lone wolves etc etc?
People setup characters after session 0, start session 1, intro their characters + a bit of backstory then get rolling?
golden kraken
Gotcha.
Party are all good friends so fit wise (socially) should be OK - think ...
bingo
granite swift
Much appreciated!
Last question I promise 😅 How much steer as to the campaign would you give people?
Is it just like a pre fabricated reason to initiate the main 'quest' that's given by me in Se0 that people ret-con into canon by their backstories given after session 0 / at the start of se1?
golden kraken
Much appreciated!
Last question I promise 😅 How much steer as to the campaign...
there are a few ways to go about it, but IMO the best one for most groups is simply to have a very wide-reaching start that ties directly into the meat of the campaign.
echo kelp
there are a few ways to go about it, but IMO the best one for most groups is sim...
Well put.
golden kraken
the classic is that some great evil has arisen, but the idea is that starting in a boring town with nothing going on is... well, boring
echo kelp
The DM should present a problem and invite the player's characters to explore and/or resolve that problem.
golden kraken
if you write a hook that could rope in people from all walks of life, you force yourself to write a more dramatic story, which is usually more interesting
sometimes you tailor the hook such that the player characters are more likely to be a certain kind of way- an evil campaign might begin in an imperial prison, for example, though a character or two might claim to be wrongly accused
truthfully or otherwise
granite swift
(Again - thanks for the help, much appreciated)
crude musk
@granite swift Zero adventure spoilers, please
granite swift
Ah sorry meant to make it more generic, apologies!
Thanks for the help though - going to come up with something broad enough to rope people in, share it and get people to put characters together 🙂
void ibex
Hi quick question how do I run a prewriten module? in specific curse of strahd death House I'm new at being a dm so don't really know how and where to start preparing.
crude musk
Generally you read the introduction of the adventure and usually the first few chapters so you know the structure and what's coming up first
Once you've done that, you'll want to pretty much read ahead of your players as best you can
void ibex
I see alr thanks
chrome talon
should I plan my character all the way through to level 20? Or is it best to at least have an idea, but see what particular campaigns need?
golden kraken
should I plan my character all the way through to level 20? Or is it best to at ...
personal preference.
you should plan ahead and make sure that you don't build yourself into a corner,
but my no means is it necessary to plan out each level in advance
fallen surge
You can absolutely just build your character for level 1, and go from there. That’s how the game was designed to be played. Most people at the very least plan out what subclass they will pick, because that can affect what stats you need and how you role play your character
exotic remnantBOT
crude galleon
so,
crude galleon
how do i dnd in a way that is not excruciating to watch.
crude galleon
the bot post above is the place to start
right,
crude musk
how do i dnd in a way that is not excruciating to watch.
What do you mean? Presumably it's not about your players watching, but playing
fresh fable
https://media.wizards.com/2022/dnd/downloads/dnd_turn_ref_2022.pdf print one of these off as well as a help sheet
cursive temple
how do i dnd in a way that is not excruciating to watch.
It depends on multiple factors basically being
A: are your party members being bland and boring
B: are your party members being “weird”
Theres also the dm to consider
Yk like if they can not make the campaign into an absolute tragedy
true musk
how do i dnd in a way that is not excruciating to watch.
Take your time to learn the basics and remember that streams like critical role and dimension 20 is done by professional actors. So do things in your own way.
cursive temple
Critical role is the peak of dnd acting from what i hear
fresh fable
Not season 1 episode 1 that was peak typical table
fresh fable
Some of the games in the dndbeyond YouTube channel are quite easy to watch and get an idea
cursive temple
Just at least try to be invested
If you cant act the character just try to be invested and have fun
crude galleon
okay, i have completed it
true musk
Completed what exactly?
crude galleon
It depends on multiple factors basically being
A: are your party members being b...
thing is, im mildly uncomfortable with some of the prospects,
cursive temple
thing is, im mildly uncomfortable with some of the prospects,
Explain
crude galleon
for example the necessary remarks
crude musk
You're going to have to be clearer as to what you mean
crude galleon
our dm says its entirely alright to be...perhaps more than friendly with the group because its all in character
though i dont like mixing real life and fantasy together
crude musk
It's still not clear what you're talking about?
cursive temple
So its alright for there to be romance plots?
crude musk
Are you talking about roleplaying?
cursive temple
Like 2 pc’s to get together?
crude galleon
Are you talking about roleplaying?
right, though the dm in our case often, mixes those plots with our real selves, you know? out of character
cursive temple
That sounds fine and relatively normal but what do you mean by “more than friendly” exactly
crude musk
right, though the dm in our case often, mixes those plots with our real selves, ...
No, I do not
crude galleon
That sounds fine and relatively normal but what do you mean by “more than friend...
i would say borderline flirtacious
true musk
Either way it would best to have a session zero to setup boundaries
cursive temple
Yeah
crude musk
In character romance is not uncommon in D&D, although it does really depend on everyone at the table being comfortable and consenting
true musk
Either way it would best to have a session zero to setup boundaries
Along with setting up lines and veils.
cursive temple
i would say borderline flirtacious
I wouldnt really look at it as a weird thing the dm is basically just saying that pc’s can flirt with eachother and romance
The problem should only arise when it gets forced
crude galleon
Either way it would best to have a session zero to setup boundaries
thank you, that's what i was looking for really
crude galleon
he's certainly piling on the pressure with the only female companion we have
oops, sorry
true musk
thank you, that's what i was looking for really
If talks of a session zero haven’t been made bring them up yourself.
Compatibility plays a big part in ensuring everyone feels comfortable and has fun at the game table.
crude galleon
If talks of a session zero haven’t been made bring them up yourself.
Compatib...
alright. i can do that
cursive temple
So basically uh that dm is a problem
crude galleon
i'm gathering his behaviour isn't dnd exclusive
cursive temple
Thats like a massive red flag if a dm tries to force romance plots
crude galleon
kind of relieving, i thought we were being prude, or something
cursive temple
Honestly if i were you id recommend the female player to gtfo
crude galleon
Honestly if i were you id recommend the female player to gtfo
she's considering looking elsewhere too,
she wanted me to check first if it was just him, though
or dnd in general
cursive temple
There is no need to stay and risk the chance of the dm either being just a bit pushy or being one of those weirdos
true musk
alright. i can do that
If you ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable with a group, it’s perfectly okay to walk away from that table.
As the saying goes no dnd is better than bad dnd.
cursive temple
or dnd in general
Dnd is heavily ingrained in nerd culture so it wouldnt be very surprising if some people view themselves as above others
crude galleon
starting to re-consider even starting with this group now, ahaha
cursive temple
Yk since this way they can imagine themselves being the person they are not
crude galleon
good to know it's not entirely..well that.
crude galleon
Yk since this way they can imagine themselves being the person they are not
oh man okay
okay, great, she's left
cursive temple
Ah good
crude galleon
time to deal with the collateral damage, someones going to have a fit..
thanks for everything,
i will let you know if i'm still alive
verbal sandal
Greetings! I may be here a lot but what exactly are game settings in dnd?
compact flame
hello, i dont know :/
tranquil junco
yeah same just joined
crude musk
Greetings! I may be here a lot but what exactly are game settings in dnd?
A setting is place or series of connected places where a series of adventures and stories are set
Usually it's a specific world (often called a plane) although a setting can also be a space between planes
For example, the Forgotten Realms is a setting that focuses mainly on the world of Toril, most often on its continent of Faerun and the Sword Coast region specifically
No, that's not what a setting is, that's genre
sleek robin
Oh my bad
verbal sandal
I heard that Chronomancer was part of a setting?
crude musk
Some other settings include Eberron, a world where magic is common and there's a lot more of what resembles to us as technology
crude musk
I heard that Chronomancer was part of a setting?
That's a game option, not something tied to a setting
cobalt frigate
The official campaign setting of Greyhawk takes place on the planet Oerth but it resides in the same Material Plane as Toril. Think of the Material Plane as our universe.
crude musk
Not to say you can't have setting specific, or strongly linked game options
A setting is a way of saying "all these adventures and stories take place in a connected space and can cross over with each other"
tranquil junco
That's a game option, not something tied to a setting
Can new character have multiclass at lvl 1
crude musk
Not sure what that has to do with settings, but no
You can't have levels in two different classes when you only have 1 level
tranquil junco
Not sure what that has to do with settings, but no
sorry for unrelated question and tnx for answer
cobalt frigate
Can new character have multiclass at lvl 1
No because you can't split level 1 into two classes. You need to be at least character level 2 to have a class level in two classes.
tranquil junco
tnx
hollow anvil
I heard that Chronomancer was part of a setting?
Chronomany is a wizard subclass from Explorer's Guide to Wildemount. Technically it is DLC, but found most DMs allow most official DLC, especially from xanathar's guide to everything or tasha's cauldron of everything
covert thorn
Hello, I am making my own battle grid at home, so my question is: it is necessary for each square of the grid to be 2,5 cm?
crude musk
Chronomany is a wizard subclass from Explorer's Guide to Wildemount. Technically...
Chronomany is a wizard subclass from Explorer's Guide to Wildemount
No it's not, that's Chronurgy, Chronomancy is something from previous editions
cobalt frigate
ellooo guys
Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?
hushed prairie
Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?
yeah
am i reading rn
young gulch
I want to start my very first campaign w a group of friends. Since I'm dming for the first time I'd lean on WotC Modules. Is there an order for the expansion or campaign we should Play so that we understand the world better and better?
crude musk
With a very small number of exceptions, there is no continuity between adventures
Playing one is not required, or will even give you a better grasp of the world, to play another
hollow anvil
> Chronomany is a wizard subclass from Explorer's Guide to Wildemount
No it's no...
I was making an assumption that they meant time magic in general
harsh fjord
Not even in complexity/difficulty?
Some modules are more complex/difficult, but this is something people suss out themselves. There's no official notation or anything.
hollow anvil
I want to start my very first campaign w a group of friends. Since I'm dming for...
Dragon of Icespire Peak is a great starter one as well
young gulch
Some modules are more complex/difficult, but this is something people suss out t...
Aight. So I'll ask some dms how they started out I think. Thanks for your feedback!
crude musk
@hushed prairie you were just asking in the wrong channel where the rules were, but didn't you just say you were reading them right now?
young gulch
Dragon of Icespire Peak is a great starter one as well
It's the beginner one right? Might start there. 🙂
harsh fjord
Aight. So I'll ask some dms how they started out I think. Thanks for your feedba...
Adventures from any of the starter sets are a good bet, as they're largely intended for new players/DMs. Some do a better job of onboarding than others.
hollow anvil
It is, i do recommend being a player before you dm, but if you are diving right in you will figure it out within a few sessions
young gulch
Adventures from any of the starter sets are a good bet, as they're largely inten...
This is great thank you!
hushed prairie
<@512663533960560649> you were just asking in the wrong channel where the rules ...
yeah
i was reading this chat #dnd-rules
and was confused so i searched online
harsh fjord
This is great thank you!
If you're aiming to become a DM, I think this resource is great, even if you don't use the adventure they reference: https://howtogm.guide/
young gulch
It is, i do recommend being a player before you dm, but if you are diving right ...
I played pen and paper before just a different ruleset and it's been years.. All of my friends want to play dnd but no one wants to dm and I always wanted to give it a try!
crude musk
yeah
i was reading this chat <#538458011149271050>
and was confused so i search...
Someone asked you if you'd read the basic tules, you said yeah...
young gulch
If you're aiming to become a DM, I think this resource is great, even if you don...
Wow this is amazing. Thank you!
hushed prairie
Someone asked you if you'd read the basic tules, you said yeah...
the basic rules to the server yes
not the game no
im still on them
i said im reading them
and i was in the channel
exotic remnantBOT
hushed prairie
ill check this out now
stuck token
Hey everyone, so i just finished one of those premade Campaign's with a few friends of mine, which was also my first time actually playing DnD myself. Now after finishing that, the group has decided to switch to a completely self made Campaign with completely custom characters, and to be honest, i am a bit overwhelmed. I have a few ideas on what characteristics and things id like my character to do, but thats really it. So if someone has some time on their hands, and would be nice enough to help a newbie, they can send me a DM or if its alright just help me in this channel? Thanks in advance!
plucky ridge
You'll want to check out #character-discussion for that one 🙂 They can help you with building a character for your new campaign.
thin moss
It's not in my plans to play at or above level 20 any time soon, but I have seen a few LFP groups talk about play at or above (if I read correctly) level 20. Clearly the published rules stop at level 20. Do people regularly play at these levels? I can only assume they do so with homebrew rules, am I right? Are such campaigns focused on defeating/slaying gods and planar beings of note (lords of Hell, etc). What sort of content does one find above level 20?
Thanks in advance for answers/discussion either here or DMs.
honest marlin
Hi, I'm completely new to D&D and I'm not sure where to start. I've played a lot of computer and ps5 games that have the same format and some of my friends play D&D and have given me a run down, many things to read and helped me wth character creation. Where is a good place to find a group and set up something online?
stuck token
You'll want to check out <#604757656565055589> for that one 🙂 They can help you...
ah alright thanks! ill just copy paste that message over there then!
slender glacier
Hey is anyone starting a new campaign that I can join. I am very new to D&D and figured the best way to learn is while playing. #looking-for-players #looking-for-community
fresh fable
Have a look in those channels you linked and any you like respond in the thread under the ad
slender glacier
I have not, I will do that now. Thank you
rugged crater
how do I build up to a big bad villain?
the effects of the villain I have currently on the world is corruption of dead entities
fresh fable
That’s a question for #dm-discussion
rugged crater
aight
harsh fjord
It's not in my plans to play at or above level 20 any time soon, but I have seen...
The conventional wisdom is most groups conclude by level 13 or thereabouts for a few reasons. For one, games implode because of group dynamics or because of scheduling. For another, getting to 20 probably takes a long time, and sometimes a group wants to switch it up. Not everyone has the bandwidth for a single story unfolding over years. Finally (to me, anyway), very few official adventures for 5e go to 20, so knowing how to balance for that level means being in largely uncharted territory. So I wouldn't say it's common, but as for what happens at that level (or beyond), you might be better off asking in #dnd-discussion if you haven't already.
hollow anvil
And the spellcaster martial gap grows even further at that level
crude musk
Which is very much a topic for another channel
gray ocean
So if I want to own physical books, I ALSO have to buy them digitally for D&D Beyond?
Is that... recommended? Do people do that?
royal hedge
Do you have any local game stores? You get just the physical books there or off of Amazon
gray ocean
yeah that was my plan
because I like physically holding a book
but what if I want to play online? I have to buy every book again?
carmine hill
Is that... recommended? Do people do that?
just depends on what you want, i know people who get both physical or digital
royal hedge
I believe there os a bundle online that allows you to get both
carmine hill
if you plan to play online more get digital same if you want to do in person more for physical
gray ocean
I don't really understand why you can't just get both
well, I do understand... more money
carmine hill
money
crude musk
Is that... recommended? Do people do that?
Recommended? Not really, it's down to what you want/need
Do people do that? Yes, they do
crude musk
I don't really understand why you can't just get both
You can: dndstore.wizards.com
gray ocean
so do most people just stick with one or the other?
crude musk
We don't have data on what "most people" do
Some people buy just physica, some buy just digital, some buy both
gray ocean
I see...
I'm a person that really enjoys physical books so I guess that'll be my route
summer plank
Is there a specific server that noobs are pointed to when starting? Or they all bout the same?
harsh fjord
There's no newbie-specific server so far as I know.
gray ocean
What are all the books that add new content in terms of things like subclasses and playable races?
harsh fjord
The races and their sources are all listed here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/races
A list of subclasses is trickier.
summer plank
How important are my starting points? Am I able to essentially brick my character? LOL
tardy gust
It is not easy finding a game as a new player . Well one that works in all aspects
slow hawk
How important are my starting points? Am I able to essentially brick my characte...
For basic function, there are certain things you do need
summer plank
Ok thanks i guess i need to do some research lol
fresh fable
If you follow the basic rules of character creation you won’t be able to ‘brick’ your character. You could roll really low on your stats but most DMs tend to use point buy or standard array
summer plank
Cool im just tryin to get kinda prepared before i start lol
Tryin to not look foolish around a bunch of pros
fresh fable
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQMqiULo_05P90SzHdyyVIcz4TGZApQ5L&si=D_Hc9LnJl6etKxam some good videos n this play list on character creation and roleplay dos and donts
keen spruce
Cool im just tryin to get kinda prepared before i start lol
the Handbooker Helper series is a good one to watch for quick tips and guidance on getting started
a bit of that with reading the Basic Rules is a solid enough basis for anyone to get a handle on the important stuff
ripe siren
hello all, I’m starting a game with some of my irl friends and since theres only three of us I have taken the dm role, ive never really played before and I’m scared I won’t know what to do. I know you have to sort of plan out a story but how do you accurately plan it when the game itself is so random?
I own the starter set so ive been looking into that but I really want to learn how to make my own stories
harsh fjord
hello all, I’m starting a game with some of my irl friends and since theres only...
You can get more info about this in #dm-discussion, but the quick answer is you don't plan out the story beat by beat. "First the party will do X, which will lead to Y, and..." In brief, you create problems for them, and let them figure out how to solve them. In the meantime, you'll have to combine some prepared things (like locations and people they may encounter) and improvisation so the game doesn't stall when they do something unexpected.
Running pre-written material can help you build up the confidence and knowledge to start building your own.
regal ore
hey i was wondering if anyone could help me with dnd 5e character creation i was trying to change something but i really dont know what im doing tbh. i can screen share and vc lmk
harsh fjord
Have you followed the steps in the Basic Rules? https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters
regal ore
i guess i got some more reading to do.
fresh fable
What did you try to make?
rugged crater
how and what to do if I want to run my first campaign?
harsh fjord
I'd recommend a pre-written adventure rather than making one from scratch.
fresh fable
Pick an adventure and find a group
echo kelp
Just need a character sheet (paper or digital), dice (real or digital) and a group to play with.
Also useful to know how a charcter sheet works and the core game mechanics.
hoary grove
i want to make someone feel real smart rn ngl
rugged crater
Pick an adventure and find a group
is the tournament of tokens a good idea?
keen spruce
how and what to do if I want to run my first campaign?
check out the Starter set and Dungeon Master's Guide
hoary grove
you can play with only 2 players?
echo kelp
you can play with only 2 players?
You can but D&D as a game is designed/balanced around 1 DM and 3-6 players
regal ore
What did you try to make?
i was trying to change my skills i think thats what their called, i was allowed to choose like two or three then i had some more that i saw on the character sheet that i didnt choose that i didnt want or more so wanted in other places
rugged crater
check out the Starter set and Dungeon Master's Guide
starter set is behind a paywall
harsh fjord
is the tournament of tokens a good idea?
I'm not familiar with that one, but it looks pretty well-reviewed. Other good free beginner adventures include The Silvyr Tower, The Delian Tomb, The Green Blight, and Peril in Pinebrook.
echo kelp
You can start playing with just the free basic rules - see the pinned messages here in this channel
hoary grove
You can but D&D as a game is designed/balanced around 1 DM and 3-6 players
cool cool
regal ore
i was trying to change my skills i think thats what their called, i was allowed ...
like medicine and religon
fresh fable
i was trying to change my skills i think thats what their called, i was allowed ...
They may of come from a background or race or your class
regal ore
hmmm
fresh fable
What you trying to make
regal ore
rather explain with a vc and a screen share i feel like its easier to do so if willing that is
fresh fable
Is it dndbeyond character sheet?
regal ore
ye
fresh fable
You can link it in #character-discussion
regal ore
do i send a link or a pdf
fresh fable
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1089904541140521003/1161381468593999922/IMG_3750.png?ex=653817c7&is=6525a2c7&hm=5cf12f1b3ea994f19a3c0d535a275edf3c196025a3e3ef41e05aaa5807e13715& do this it’s an image of how to share the link from dmdbeyond
crude musk
Except make sure you follow the server rules link policy when you do (make it super clear what it is you're linking to)
regal ore
i hope i did it right
hoary grove
is there a way to practice dming without real ppl?
crude musk
Not really
DM'ing is the act of running D&D with players
DM'ing without people is writing a book
echo kelp
I suppose you could narrate a story but that's lacking so much of the actual D&D gameplay experience
hoary grove
DM'ing without people is writing a book
LOL actually thats a cool point
makes sense tho
rugged crater
what's a free adventure for a first time dm and players who like both rp and mostly combat?
hoary grove
im new new so i just want to make sure i can pass some basic/essential tests and hone the dynamics later
crude musk
Any of the starter adventures are good; Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk, Dragon of Icespire Peak and it's follow-ups Divine Contention, Storm Kings Wrath, and Sleep Dragons Wake, or Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
harsh fjord
what's a free adventure for a first time dm and players who like both rp and mos...
I'm not sure what mostly combat would look like while also having space for RP, but A Most Potent Brew from Winghorn Press might be good.
hoary grove
is there like a test or smthn smthn so i dont accidentally mess up too hard, or is the consequences for overlooking a rule not permanently consequential
crude musk
You're overthinking it a bit
harsh fjord
It's a game. It's supposed to be fun.
crude musk
You will make mistakes and it will not matter
harsh fjord
No one gets it right 100% of the time, and even if they did, it doesn't change anything. The point is to have a good time telling a story with friends. There are no points for correct rules.
hoary grove
awesome awesome that genuinely helps a lot with brain appriciate it
last question is the pride label a symbol of orientation or just a lil symbol of respect?
harsh fjord
Depends on the user.
hoary grove
in this server i mean haha
was thinking of repping it but what if someone ships my guts clone wrong fr
crude musk
Again, depends on the user
echo kelp
Folks will chose it for whatever reason, hopefully for good reasons. I wouldn't dig too much into it - if someone wants to share why they selected a particular flair they can do so.
hoary grove
Folks will chose it for whatever reason, hopefully for good reasons. I wouldn't ...
ah i think i see what youre getting at, i appriciate the explanation
hollow lance
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hoary grove
is there any rule to dm presentation other than trying not to come off as pretentious?
if i were to say play like a metal riff live as im dming and narrating would that be welcome or bewildering to the average player
echo kelp
Lots of folks talk DM shop in #dm-discussion - my number one tip is focus on fun. This is a game and games are supposed to be fun for everyone playing (DM included)
echo kelp
I mean the rules help us have fun (shared expectations, normalized and understandable mechanics) - so don't completely throw them out. But yeah, the point of a game is to have fun.
topaz pumice
i just printed my first character sheet, where can i find a group who's friendly to new player's?
hoary grove
i appreciate it again and the extra clarity, i believe i can imagine what would be an obvious limit just wondering if thats a hidden taboo or smthn like that
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topaz pumice
there are no dnd groups in my country so i have to find a group in discord for an online campain
harsh fjord
See the bot post above!
viscid frost
can you consider a cannon from the artillerist class a mount if i can get on top of it and it can move? (I want to use a lance on it)
glass summit
can you consider a cannon from the artillerist class a mount if i can get on top...
Unfortuantely you would need to figure out a way to make yourself tiny, as only creatures that are one size larger than you can serve as a mount
Mounted Combat. A willing creature that is at least one size larger than you and that has an appropriate anatomy can serve as a mount, using the following rules.
Technically speaking the artillerist's cannon is not a creature either, its a magical object. But most DMs are not really going to care about that minutia.
If you'd like to play an artificer that rides on a construct, might I recommend the Battle Smith? Their Steel Defender is medium
lyric fjord
How play dnd
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narrow tusk
Just attempted a ChatGPT solo D&D game. Let’s just say ChatGPT isn’t entirely there yet. Definitely need to look for my first actual game with ACTUAL people and not an AI. One minute I was at a tavern, next minute it was telling me not to drink and drive?? I didn’t even mention a car????
And for some reason it restricted me to Rogue Wizard and Monk as my only classes so that’s fun. Never doing that again
kindred plinth
looking for Dm for myself and 3 friends, we are new to D&D and are very committed to learn the game. we just need a teacher #750812887697588356
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kindred plinth
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thanks
lapis flame
Hey I’m tryna make a human variant class but it’s only showing my grappler as a feat 😦 does anyone know what I’m aloud to use other then that
fickle mortar
Does someone have like a basic starter rule guide?
viscid frost
Unfortuantely you would need to figure out a way to make yourself tiny, as only ...
thank you
harsh fjord
Hey I’m tryna make a human variant class but it’s only showing my grappler as a ...
You'd need to have access to other feats: buy the books they're in, the individual feats, or someone with the content shares access with you.
Grappler is the only feat included with the free Basic Rules.
harsh fjord
Does someone have like a basic starter rule guide?
Check the pinned messages in this channel!
warped ginkgo
hi i am new to the game and just wanted to make myself known😊
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true musk
Does someone have like a basic starter rule guide?
The bot post has link to the basic rules and other useful things
wide comet
hello¿
i have no idea what to do
i just think this cool
id like to learn mayhaps'
umbral kite
wide comet
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Thank you very much my frien
proud hollow
So I read the rules and I’m still confused.
prisma flume
rules of what, the server or the game
proud hollow
The server, I’m trying to figure out how you join a join/community.
jade nova
Try #find-a-game
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topaz garnet
The server, I’m trying to figure out how you join a join/community.
If you look in #looking-for-community there'll be plenty of posts detailing information about their community and the link to it
slow hawk
Thank you very much my frien
That isnt where you go to learn
The bot post above has materials to get started
lyric fjord
Where do i even get started with playing d&d (i know almost nothing and am incredibly stupid)
harsh fjord
See the bot post above. If you have more specific questions, do ask!
lyric fjord
Ok
wide comet
The bot post above has materials to get started
Yeah I saw
All of this is so complex
It just feels like more homework
But yk might as well give it a try
slow hawk
Its a game with rules that requires time and effort to learn but can reward you
cursive temple
It just feels like more homework
If your dm is willing they can help thats what im doing rn
limpid rose
It just feels like more homework
yea its def worth it though
wide comet
If your dm is willing they can help thats what im doing rn
Sure
cursive temple
They can help you set up characters and learn the game
hazy pecan
Who can?
fleet field
…the DM
hazy pecan
Oh my bad
cursive temple
The dungeon master
hazy pecan
I've legit never played before lmao
topaz garnet
check the bot post above
peak urchin
Im fairly new to Dnd can someone explain the coin math?
Platinum, gold,silver,copper? Like how does it exactly work?
limpid rose
Wdym? like how much each is worth?
peak urchin
Yeah ex: you have 20 gold and something cost 5 silvers.
peak urchin
Yeah
main fulcrum
It's done by 10s
So 10 copper is 1 silver. 10 silver is 1 gold. 10 gold is 1 platinum
And then electrum messes up everything by being worth 5 gold silver 
Or is it 5 silver 
peak urchin
Oh okay!
limpid rose
its 5 silver
peak urchin
Thanks that make it so much easier knowing the 10s
lapis flame
I made a character and now I don’t know what to do 🥲
peak urchin
Find a group that fits your time and get started with the fun!
If u want someone to look over your character go to #character-discussion
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torpid prism
Whata up people
orchid siren
Ceiling
torpid prism
Anyone here struggling with their characters?
orchid siren
I dont know how to make a good backstory
solemn light
Backstories can be very dependent on the group, DM and individual taste.
Sometimes a backstory is just a short paragraph, and you fill in details as you play.
Sometimes people write multiple pages of backstory- but this is for themselves, and the DM should get a bullet point summary of all the important parts.
Sometimes you can leave blanks for the DM to fill in, other times the DM would prefer not to have the extra work. Sometimes the DM can work the backstory into the campaign, other times the backstory is only important for the PCs personal drives and won't otherwise affect the game world.
north cove
This is quite the nice place y’all got here. Say I’m quite obviously new and trying to learn dnd but I’m a little overwhelmed on where to start. Any suggestions?
solemn light
I dont know how to make a good backstory
I'd suggest talking with your DM (never go too into detail into a backstory beyond vague design before you join a game), on what sort of backstory would work with the game, and try and hit the high notes of what led your PC to the point they are now.
fresh fable
I dont know how to make a good backstory
https://youtu.be/p3N3gv1dTr8?si=X8qQSpWBuXrvw1Ws good video on backstories but if your just starting keep it vague so you can alter the details to fit a setting
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solemn light
This is quite the nice place y’all got here. Say I’m quite obviously new and try...
The above resources can help you get started! You don't need to read all of the rules before finding a game, but having a look over character creation and combat rules before finding a game can help speed things up. And of course you can ask questions here!
Character Creation is one of the things you can have a go at before finding a game. There are step by step guides, and as a practice PC you don't need to think too hard. Just pick any class and race and see if you can make it- once you've made one PC you've basically got the idea for making any PC.