dnd-newcomers

[harsh fjord]

The form you get taken to formats the info you provide.

[lapis quarry]

Thanks!

[old stream]

hi yall does anyone know why it wont let me sign in at google in dndbeyond?

[cobalt frigate]

#ddb-support may help you

[devout bay]

Is druid a good choice for support but also good magic damage?

[fleet field]

That’s pretty much what Druids do tbh

[devout bay]

Good to know

[fleet field]

support with spells like healing word, pass without trace, and (depending on your definition of support) entangle and plant growth, as well as doing great damage with spells like spike growth and conjure animals

[viral pelican]

Druids are also one of the most complicated classes to play (because you kinda need to read all the spells), and whatever build you make, you'll find at least one or two of the things you can do to be underwhelming (because subclasses tend to boost one feature at the expense of another). Every class is playable for new players, but its worth knowing what you are letting yourself in for with druids.

[devout bay]

Thank you for the help

[lament vector]

Any recomendations what to buy? I've seen the these

Are these any good?

Dungeons & Dragons Spellbook Cards: Monster Cards, Challenge 0-5 (D&D Accessory)

Dungeons & Dragons Spellbook Cards: Magic Item Cards (D&D Accessory)

Dungeons & Dragons Spellbook Cards: Creature & NPC Cards (D&D Accessory)Dungeons & Dragons Spellbook Cards: Creature & NPC Cards (D&D Accessory)

[minor scaffold]

Do you have the players handbook?

[true musk]

I would say it depends on what you intend to play and in what manner.
Given your list, you intend to play in person correct?

[lament vector]

Yes, will dm for 4 players who never played any dnd before

I played a lot but... 1999 or so :/

[minor scaffold]

Since I didnt get a response, I assume you have the PHB, DM Guide, and Mosnter Manual?

[true musk]

Is this the year, the price, or something else entirely?

[lament vector]

Year 🙂

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[true musk]

Honestly you don't have to invest any money to start playing dnd.
Since you're DMing for people who haven't played before, I would recommend providing them with the resources the bot post above provides.

The cards you mentioned certainly can help, but what you decide to buy should be catered to your specific needs.

[lament vector]

Thank you

[haughty stirrup]

@vernal onyx IM FINALLY GOING TO HAVE MY FIRST EVER OFFICAL DND SESSION

THE DM BOUGHT DICES

I NO LONGER NEED TO WORRY ABOUT

PENCILS AS DICES

[minor scaffold]

...pencils as dice?

[soft burrow]

Yk you could've just, use online dice

[late solstice]

I healed myself then hid behind a horse corpse and did ranged attacks, it was hilarious and we won lmao

[haughty stirrup]

We don’t have online access that often at school

Especially after school

[haughty stirrup]

Yeah

[minor scaffold]

I moreso meant that I dont know what that is. Can you describe it?

[haughty stirrup]

Draw numbers on a pencil, and then roll it,
As a replacement for a dice

[minor scaffold]

Okay, so thats alright for a D6
But less so for a D4, D10, D20...

[haughty stirrup]

Yeah

That’s why I’m happy my DM got dices

Wait what’s D6 and stuff

[fleet field]

…that refers to the number of sides on a die

[haughty stirrup]

O

Okay

Well yeah uhh

[smoky adder]

?tag new dice

[exotic remnant]

Dice

Players roll dice to resolve whether their attacks hit or miss or whether their adventurers can scale a cliff, roll away from the strike of a magical lightning bolt, or pull off some other dangerous task. Anything is possible, but the dice make some outcomes more probable than others.

The different dice are referred to by the letter d followed by the number of sides: d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20. For instance, a d6 is a six-sided die (the typical cube that many games use).

When you need to roll dice, the rules tell you how many dice to roll of a certain type, as well as what modifiers to add. For example, 3d8 + 5 means you roll three eight-sided dice, add them together, and add 5 to the total. (An expression like 18 (3d8 + 5) simply means that 18 is the average of rolling 3d8 + 5.)

[vagrant elm]

Oh hey I found my chat

[true musk]

Welcome

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[fair kayak]

Hello :3

[true musk]

Welcome to the hobby.
The bot post above has what you need to learn the basics.

[true musk]

Welcome to the hobby,

[fair kayak]

Oh I've been playing for years

I was saying hi to them

[vagrant elm]

This seems a very complicated

[cobalt frigate]

What is? What are you having trouble understanding?

[true musk]

The handbooker helper videos are short and easy to follow.

[vagrant elm]

No it just looks like alot of rules I haven't read them lol

[cobalt frigate]

D&D is a game of rules.

[true musk]

You can take your time, it can be fairly straightforward

[cobalt frigate]

Read them at your pace. There's Critical Role's Handbooker Helper tutorial series on Youtube.

[cobalt ore]

hey how does rolling a d20 effect your attack role

[smoky adder]

The higher the number, the more likely you are to hit.

[cobalt ore]

ahh ok

[cobalt frigate]

Meet or beat the target's AC number to hit it.

[smoky adder]

You roll the d20, add any modifiers, then compare it to the target’s Armor Class (AC).

[cobalt ore]

i thought if the attack damage was higher then your ac it would hit

[smoky adder]

If the total is equal or greater than their AC, that’s a hit and you roll for damage.

[cobalt frigate]

You have to hit the target first before you roll for damage.

[cobalt ore]

how does rolling for damage work

[cobalt frigate]

Depends if you use a weapon or spell

[smoky adder]

The thing you’re attacking with will say what to roll.

[cobalt ore]

tell me both

[cobalt frigate]

Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

[smoky adder]

Depends on the weapon. Depends on the spell.

[cobalt ore]

ive read a bit

[cobalt frigate]

Read the Basic Rules. I'm not going to copy paste it here.

[smoky adder]

The various weapon damages are shown here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/equipment#SimpleMeleeWeapons

Any spell that deals damage will say how much in the spell itself.

[cobalt ore]

thanks

[smoky adder]

If you want to attack with a club, for example, that’s a simple melee weapon.

Melee weapons add your STR modifier to the attack and damage rolls.

If you’re proficient with clubs or simple weapons, you also add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll (not the damage roll).

So the attack roll would be 1d20 + your strength modifier + (maybe) your proficiency bonus.

And the damage roll would be 1d4 + your strength modifier.

[wild onyx]

Clever!

[lyric fjord]

hey! looking to get into dnd! what literature would you recommend for beginner players?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[viscid ocean]

If I’m making a new character do I just keep my lvl a 1 also adding more classes makes it a sub class right?

[fallen surge]

If your character has more than 1 class, that is a multiclass not a subclass

A subclass is part of the base class, which you pick at either level 1, 2, or 3 depending on what class you are playing. It provides some new features and abilities, or changes the abilities you already have, in order to make each character feel unique

[viscid ocean]

Yea i understand

What’s does components: S and stuff with spells mean?

[river dirge]

Do I need XP or Milestone advancement type?

[lyric fjord]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/spellcasting#Components

[proper sparrow]

S stands for somatic, which means you need to like do some hand gestures and stuff, M is for material, and V is for verbal which means you say smth

[lyric fjord]

DM picks.

[river dirge]

ok

When Is my DM chosen

?

[proper sparrow]

What

[river dirge]

When do I get a DM

[proper sparrow]

When you find someone who wants to dm a game ig ?

You can find people online or you can like find friends that want to dm a game for you

[river dirge]

do I first create a character or first find a DM?

[proper sparrow]

Find a group 1st would be prefered, without a group you cant rly play

[lyric fjord]

You can practise making characters, but you will need a DM and group to play with.

[river dirge]

But wich one should I do first?

[proper sparrow]

Find a group 1st, thats the hardest 1st step

[river dirge]

ok Thx

[lyric fjord]

Its not that simple, find a DM to play the game, but nothing is stopping you practising making a character.

A DM/group will appreciate if you have a basic understanding of the rules.

[proper sparrow]

Id say its more logical to start looking for a group if you are new and then like ask the dm of the group to help you woth the rules if you are not sure, most dms I know were always happy to explain the rules

But you can make a character before all that yes

[lyric fjord]

Not been my experience.

[proper sparrow]

Rly?

[lyric fjord]

For random internet games yes.

LGS games, less so

[proper sparrow]

Yeah okay I get that

[lyric fjord]

Group of friends introducing a new player, nothing but patience and time

[proper sparrow]

But I mean like irl

[lyric fjord]

Random applications on the internet, not knowing the rules is a hurdle to getting a game

[proper sparrow]

I assume there is also many groups just kicking out new players bc they dont want to deal w that

[lyric fjord]

Exactly, So practising or understanding the rules, can only help find a game.

[proper sparrow]

Yeah true true

I usually just play irl, would try online but dont think I got time for 2 dnd campaigns atm

[dull plaza]

Hello guys. Accept newbies?

[solemn umbra]

in the newcomers channel? highly likely

[dull plaza]

Lmao yeah. I ahve no idea how to get into DND but i really wanna

[solemn umbra]

you can #find-a-game or look at posts in #750812887697588356 or #looking-for-players
the #dnd-discussion channel is fairly active. If you haven't already created a free D&D beyond account and played around with making a character, that's a nice time sink

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[dull plaza]

Ill go create a character

seems lika a good place to start

[wild onyx]

#character-discussion will be waiting for you.

[deft sigil]

It's a fun place to start for sure! Make sure you check out yhe basic rules as well

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[dull plaza]

I will. Thanks a lot

[tribal pike]

hello

[tranquil imp]

How do I add a cantrip? can't find it anywhere.

[tribal pike]

Anyone chat here?

Is there a voice chanel?

[slow hawk]

No

[timid locust]

There isn't a voice channel for this server, unfortunately.

[tribal pike]

Seems like there isn't much other than links galore

[timid locust]

If you're asking about where to add it on DND Beyond, I'd check in #ddb-support , unless someone else here knows.

[tribal pike]

This just as dead as the forums then.

[simple goblet]

Have you looked at #channel-guide because there has been conversations going on all day?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[tribal pike]

I'm in the NEWCOMERS thread

and so you answer with yet more links

[timid locust]

Is there something that we can help you with, specifically?

[simple goblet]

Well, if I copied and pasted the contents here, I suspect the mods would bonk me

[slow hawk]

Did you read the links to see if the answers to your questions were there?

[tribal pike]

What part of "newcomer" is throwing ppl off? I mean I'm in the newcomer thread.

[slow hawk]

Its not a thread. Its a channel

[timid locust]

Is there a particular question you have that we can help you with?

[tribal pike]

Can't voice which is hilarious since D&D is all about story telling.

[slow hawk]

This server is not a host for games

[tribal pike]

I don't even know how to start and I got some solo thing earlier but don't know where to find it.

[slow hawk]

as @timid locust said, do you have a question?

[tribal pike]

Again NEW TO ONLINE D&D.

[timid locust]

If you're looking for where to start, we'd recommend that you check out the basic rules - one of those links that were posted earlier

[slow hawk]

The botpost has a list of starting materials to get you started

[simple goblet]

Ok, do you know the rules and need help with playing specifically online?

[slow hawk]

Where to start is there by reading

[tribal pike]

but if any question I have doesn't fit a preconceived question then ppl are thrown for a loop

So I'm going with I'm stuck in AI conversations and not real people

[timid locust]

I don't think you've asked a question yet

[tribal pike]

Glad I didn't actually buy anything yet.

[smoky adder]

Alright, cool it, folks.

[tribal pike]

I played table top D&D, back in the blue box and red box days. I know all about Gary Gygax and crew.

[simple goblet]

Alright, so you are looking for help playing online then. Spam do you have the shortcut to get the bot to post the Online links? I can't remember it

[timid locust]

?tag new online

[exotic remnant]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online

[simple goblet]

Thanks DOSH BONES

[tribal pike]

that doesn't help

Too bad you didn't have a chanel where I could show you my live stream so you can understand what I'm saying.

[smoky adder]

Playing online isn’t fundamentally different than playing in person. You just need a way to communicate with your group, plus the rules and your character sheets.

The link above includes a few popular tools to help facilitate playing online.

[tribal pike]

Greatly different, I'm not showing up at a place or they showing up at my place.

[simple goblet]

Can you explain what it is you are looking for?

[smoky adder]

“Hey, I’ve never played D&D online. What sites do you use to play?”

“Where can I find an online group to play with?”

[valid saddle]

What is the adventurers league?

[simple goblet]

?tag al

[exotic remnant]

No tag al found.

[humble cradle]

in all honesty, trying to explain the entirety of how online tabletop play works would likely fill up the entire newcomers chat which would be inconvenient and disruptive for everyone else

[smoky adder]

It’s D&D’s official system for organized gameplay.

[simple goblet]

Hmmm, thought there was a tag for that

[smoky adder]

You’ll see it a lot at game stores and conventions.

It follows a more specific set of rules to ensure that characters are handled consistently.

[valid saddle]

How do I find a group to play with? I have a specific style of adventure in mind.

[smoky adder]

And because of that, you can take the same character around from game to game.

[echo kelp]

?al

[exotic remnant]

What is the Adventurers League?

The D&D Adventurers League is an ongoing official campaign for Dungeons & Dragons. It uses the fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons rules, and features the Forgotten Realms setting. You can play D&D Adventurers League games literally anywhere. Players use the fifth edition rules to create a character and bring that character to games anywhere D&D Adventurers League play is happening.
[Find out more](#al-rules-compendium message)

Are you interested in the Adventurers League?
We have several channels to discuss Adventurers League play:

• #al-admin-questions — Ask the AL Admins questions
• #adventurers-league — Chat about AL games, events, how to get started, AL characters, or other general AL chatter.
• #1050206875079155742 — Adventurers League rules discussion and questions. General D&D rules discussion belongs in #dnd-rules
• #al-dm-discussion — [SPOILER WARNING] A place for AL Dungeon Masters of all levels of experience to discuss their games, share tips, or share constructive feedback.
• #al-dungeoncraft — [SPOILER WARNING] A place for fledgling or experienced AL authors to discuss the Dungeoncraft program, ask questions, offer tips, or share constructive feedback.

[smoky adder]

#find-a-game can point you toward the available groups here.

[simple goblet]

Thanks UndyingNoob. Is there a list of these shortcuts anywhere? I'm terrible at remembering them

[slow hawk]

The official organized play format, which is a structure for local groups to run regular games with a standardized set up rules.

It uses prewritten modules that are adventures you can play in a session, some of which are connected to each other to form an arc, like episodes of a tv show that make up a season

[smoky adder]

I think that one’s listed in #frequently-asked-questions, but we really need to update that whole channel.

[echo kelp]

Yeah I think that ones listed in the FAQ but even I as a mod forget all of them 😅

[slow hawk]

To make it even more succinct, AL is the official structure that volunteer local groups can participate in to run what effectively are regularly held one shots

[knotty forum]

hello im new and im looking for turkish dnd players or a group to play with, and i need someone or people to teach me the game (dnd ye yeni başladım ve tr sunucusu veya oyunu arıyorum ve oyunu öğretebilirseniz daha iyi olur)

[smoky adder]

You can check #find-a-game to see which groups are available here.

[knotty forum]

i dont see any turkısh ones

i cant seach it up too, how do find it

[smoky adder]

Yeah, I’m sadly not surprised, since this is an English-language server.

But you could try using search terms like turkish in:looking-for-players.

I don’t see any current results for that, though.

[knotty forum]

i made something like a post but now it shows like if im the dm

well i can speak english pretty well tbh

do i just join some english group

or how can they teach me the game or what i am supposed to do

[smoky adder]

If you posted in #looking-for-players, that means you’re looking for players.

If you’re looking to join as a player, you probably wanted to post in #750812887697588356 instead.

[timid locust]

If you're looking for a Turkish group specifically, but can't find one, then unfortunately there probably aren't many here. You may just have to join an English game, or check other places where games are advertised.

If you're interested in learning the basics of the game, check out the basic rules below 👇.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[smoky adder]

And yeah, that wasn’t a comment on your own English abilities. Just that if English isn’t a common language in Türkiye, you might find better luck searching on a site in Turkish.

[gray sparrow]

Hi so artificer doesn't seem to be in the official player handbook so where would I go to look at the stuff for artificer

[solemn light]

Artificer is in Tasha's Cauldron of Everything or Eberron Rising from the Last War. You can buy it individually on Dndbeyond- I'd recommend looking as Tasha's version

[gray sparrow]

Alright I'll look into that thank you

[gray sparrow]

Which of the two would you suggest

[smoky adder]

Technically you'd need to buy one of the artificer subclasses to get access to the base class.

• Alchemist
• Armorer
• Artillerist
• Battle Smith
  https://www.dndbeyond.com/marketplace/sourcebooks/tashas-cauldron-of-everything

[cobalt frigate]

Tasha's

[solemn light]

Tasha's would be the most current one and with the most recent subclasses. (Although I don't think the base class is much different)

[smoky adder]

Eberron doesn't include Armorer.

But otherwise, the base class is the same (since Eberron was updated to match the other changes in Tasha's).

[gray sparrow]

Alright

[gray sparrow]

I heard that the armoror artificer scales off of a different stat than intelligence is that true if so what stat is it

[fleet field]

It is not true

Armorer uses int just like all artis

[twilit pond]

Hello I’m new to dungeons and dragons my friend introduced me to it not to long ago and I had a lot of fun so I joined this discord to farther widen my experiences with it.

[gray sparrow]

Dang , thx

[smoky adder]

Welcome!

[zenith bough]

Never played dnd but i hear so much about it. I kinda know a little bit about it but basically nothing. came hear to see if i could play my first game and learn how to play.

[smoky adder]

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

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[smoky adder]

But did you have any specific questions?

[gray sparrow]

I'm kinda the same I've always wanted to try it but I never had ppl to play it with and it always confused me and the little I do know is from bg3 which I know has some key differences

[lyric fjord]

same, i have gotten into this thanks to some videos it looked fun to me i even designed a character but unfortunatly i dont have anyone to play with and im a bit shy so that does not help.. :<

[gray sparrow]

I feel that I just got the 5e handbook. I've had the whole collection of 4e books for years since a teacher gave it to me but I never got too into it

And then there are so many classes and to find the info about them I have to buy this book that book it gets all jumbled and expensive

[lyric fjord]

i think there should be info online right?

[gray sparrow]

Yea but. Idk what to trust as the right info

[smoky adder]

Check the links above!

[lyric fjord]

i feel extremly dumb for not checking that

[dull plaza]

I have a question. Blank boxes like character background or stuff like that can be filled with whatever i can think of? Like i can come up with pretty detailed backstory or a shallow one at that. Any restrictions or guidelines or these things? Also what's stopping me from making backstory resulting in my caracter being op and unkillabe? Obviously this would ruin the whole fun but i wanna understand the sytem in place here.

[fallen surge]

The point of your backstory is to explain and give context to the choices you made during character creation, not the other way around. You cannot gain new item, powers, abilities, etc just by writing it into your backstory. Character Creation determines what you can or cannot have/do

[lean fog]

Yo can i just plop my fursona as my oc?

And then just make them a wizard

And change their lore

[dull plaza]

Makes sense. Thanks, And if i am struggling with a sufficient backstory do i leave it blank?

[fallen surge]

Depends on if you can fit them into one of the predetermined playable races or not. Some DMs allow homebrew races, but it’s not a good idea to expect it

[lean fog]

I've got a avali fursona and a bat sona

[fallen surge]

Honestly, it’s best to fill out your backstory after you join a campaign, so that you can work with your DM to make your character feel like an actual part of the world.

[dull plaza]

so when im done with the main aspects of the character i go read the rules and i am good to try and find a game?

[fallen surge]

Owlfolk, Aarakocra and Kenku are the 3 avian playable races. If you can make any of those work, it should be fine.

[fleet field]

As for bat, you could try reflavouring dhampir

[fallen surge]

Well you should definitely read the rules before making the character, but more or less, yes

[true shard]

winged tiefling also exists i suppose

[fleet field]

Oh yeah

[lean fog]

Should I just send image of character In question

[fallen surge]

I’m walking about anthropomorphic avian species, not just any race with wings/flying speed

[fleet field]

Yeah feel free to post it in #dnd-arts-and-crafts

[lean fog]

I forgot the name but the race is actually called "avali"

[fleet field]

Aaracockra or Owlin would both work with some aesthetic reflavouring

(Eagle and owl people respectively)

[fleet vector]

So I just click on find game to find a new group right?

[fleet field]

No

You need to use the bot command detailed in #find-a-game to make a post in either #looking-for-players or #750812887697588356

[fleet vector]

What if I am looking for both? lol

[fleet field]

If you’re a player looking for a group probably go for #750812887697588356

[fleet vector]

Okay thank you!

[bitter thicket]

Hello i'm new to D&D and know basically nothing but wanna learn

[fleet vector]

Makes two of us lol

[bitter thicket]

Fr

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[fallen surge]

Welcome! The bot post above should have lots of helpful information for getting started

[fleet vector]

I played baldurs gate 3 so I know a little from that!

[bitter thicket]

I have played adventure time roleplay game so i know stuff from there

[fleet vector]

Sweet! I am just trying to find a cool dm who is down to help me learn some 🙂

[bitter thicket]

Nice

[fleet vector]

If I find a group would you like to join?

[bitter thicket]

Rn still learning the basics and haven't even made a character yet but yeah

[reef gulch]

Can I ask basic mechanic questions here ?

[fleet vector]

Same but I feel like a good dm will help us so! You got any ideas for a character?

[bitter thicket]

Ima tell the truth

I'm so excited i can't stay still

[fleet vector]

Hahaha nice

[reef gulch]

I normally make characters for the campaign

[lyric fjord]

fire away

[fleet vector]

So my character is a half elf draconic sorcerer unless like collie said the dm may only want certain characters

[reef gulch]

How do spell casting components work ?

I don’t understand them at all tbh

[lyric fjord]

You need them to cast a spell.
An arcane focus/component pouch can replace them. but only if they dont have a cost or are specifically consumed by the spell.

[reef gulch]

So for example the diamond listed in chromatic orb is necessary because it’s listed as needing to be 50gp ? But like the web needed for web can be subverted by using a focus ?

[cobalt frigate]

You need either a component pouch or a (divine/arcae) focus for spells that have the Material component.

If the material component has a gold value and/or consumed in the spell casting you still need to get it regardless of a focus. A component pouch has all of the mundane material components you will need.

[lyric fjord]

Good point, I should have specified material components are replaced by the focus or pouch.

[cobalt frigate]

Component pouches cover materials not consumed nor have gold values.

[reef gulch]

How do you know if it’s consumed ?

[cobalt frigate]

For example, the Identify requires a pearl of at least 100 gp in value but it isn't consumed

[lyric fjord]

Spell will say in the description

[smoky adder]

“Need” is a strong word there, too.

[cobalt frigate]

Desire?

[smoky adder]

You can also use the material component itself.

[cobalt frigate]

Longing after?

[smoky adder]

So if you’ve got that actual web, you can cast Web.

[reef gulch]

I think I understand now

[smoky adder]

At no point is a focus or component pouch strictly required. They’re simply a common method for satisfying certain material component requirements.

[half swan]

cant you just have a focus??

[reef gulch]

I’ve got a focus because I’m order of scribe

[smoky adder]

Yeah, that’s what we’re talking about.

[half swan]

well then you don't need the components right

[reef gulch]

Unless it gets consumed or costs gold, I think that’s the rule, dose cost gold mean like it requires gold coins or that a component is listed with a specific value ?

[cobalt frigate]

The spell description will say the gold value of the item.

Revivify requires a diamond at least 300 gp value

[half swan]

so casting cromatic orb costs 50 gp always

[untold flint]

Correct, if the material component of your spell does not have a cost and is not consumed in the casting, you can use a spell focus instead of the actual component.

[smoky adder]

Continual Flame, for example:

ruby dust worth 50 gp, which the spell consumes

It has a listed cost, and it consumes the component.

[untold flint]

The diamond used by Chromatic Orb isn't consumed, so you can re-use the same one each time you cast it. Same with the pearl used for the Identify spell.

[smoky adder]

So you need a fresh set of ruby dust every time you cast.

[cobalt frigate]

However, it's not consumed.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/spells/chromatic-orb

• • (a diamond worth at least 50 gp)

[reef gulch]

Oh that’s great news~

[half swan]

i thought id been cheating this whole time lmao

[untold flint]

Yeah, a Level 1 spell that would have cost 50gp to cast every single time would be crazy unfair 🙂

[reef gulch]

It’s my first time playing a caster

[untold flint]

Some Dungeon Masters are more lenient about spell components than others, some will go so far as letting you just deduct the gold from your inventory when you cast a spell that consumes its component, some will require you to have stocked up on the component ahead of time. Check ahead so you know how much of a stickler your DM will be. If they're going to stick to the rules, they should be kind enough to make stores available that carry such components whenever you're in a town big enough that it's reasonable for them to have such a place. But if you're going to be spending an extended time away from civilization, keep in mind that you'll likely be unable to restock your consumable spell components.

[reef gulch]

Thanks~

[bitter thicket]

Alright i have gotten over the basics and gonna create a character now

[true musk]

Great

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[true musk]

You can create a character digitally on dnd beyond or you can try filling it out by hand.

[bitter thicket]

Yeah i know

[twilit pond]

I have a question what do levels do in Dungeons and Dragons do?

[edgy onyx]

Determine your hit points and hit dice, what abilities from your class(es) you have, your proficiency bonus, increases the power of certain abilities that depend on your level, your number of spell slots, etc.

Basically levels make you stronger and grant you more abilities

[twilit pond]

Ok thank you

[smoky adder]

Well, that’s what character levels do.

There’s also spell levels. The higher the level, the stronger the spell.

[valid saddle]

Where do character levels come from?

[half swan]

dm decides when or xp i think

[smoky adder]

Basically, yeah.

?tag new levelup

[exotic remnant]

Gaining a Level

Typically, a character starts at 1st level and advances in level by adventuring. Gaining a level improves your attributes, can unlock new class features or new spells, and generally increases your might as an adventurer.

There are two common ways to determine when you gain a level, and your DM will let you know which is used in your campaign.

• Experience Points. In these campaigns, experience points (XP) fuel level advancement and are most often the reward for completing combat encounters. When your total XP reaches certain thresholds, you gain a level.
• Milestone. These campaigns let the story drive advancement, awarding levels when adventurers accomplish significant goals in the campaign. Many official adventures use this method.

A character can grow to a maximum of 20th level. Your DM might have you begin at a higher level, or might end the campaign at a lower one. Some games continue past 20th level with the use Epic Boons.

[cobalt thicket]

Hii!! im pretty new to DnD and im loking for some people to take me in and teach me :)

[echo kelp]

Welcome! Check out the resources pinned in the channel to help get you started.

If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask here or in an appropriate channel (see id:browse to see all the many channels we have).

[bitter thicket]

Guys

I have (i think) done my character

What now

[true musk]

Welcome to the hobby
I recommend trying to learn the basics on your own and asking questions regarding anything you have trouble with.
The bot post below has plenty of resources to help you get started.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[bitter thicket]

Anyway ima see later

[smoky adder]

Feel free to share it in #character-discussion if you’d like to show off or get feedback.

And whenever you think you’re ready, you can start looking for a group to join in #find-a-game.

[sturdy charm]

Hello everyone

[smoky adder]

Welcome!

[sturdy charm]

I’m not sure how dnd works and I want to play some games haha

[lyric fjord]

lolz

Welcome! We will all show you the way of DnD.

[sturdy charm]

Thanks

[lyric fjord]

First, think about what kinda character you'd like to roleplay with.

This may take some time -- unless you simply wanna go in and just murder NPCs -- in which case just go with a tiefling.

[sturdy charm]

Well I have an oc that is a tieflibf I’d like to play as

[slow hawk]

This is really not productive nor accurate advice

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[slow hawk]

Start by reading the above materials

[sturdy charm]

Thanks ☺️

[lyric fjord]

I've been playing DnD since I was 12, and I'll be 49 years old this year. I think I kinda know what is accurate. chest thump Nothin' but love buddy.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[lyric fjord]

The thing about DnD is you get to play it the way you want. Sure, there are rules and it's all by levels (evaluation).

You choose what you wanna play and then go from there.

(As long as you have a decent DM)

DM = Dungeon Master

[slow hawk]

In this case your experience is a detriment

There is nothing about being a tiefling that necessitates “killing NPCs”, and the current ruleset actively promotes more flexible race/class pairings, and the alignment system is divorced from any mechanics

Older systems were more rigid

[lyric fjord]

yawns I'm not trying to be argumentative.

[smoky adder]

That’s what playing it the way you want means.

If you want to be a tiefling, you don’t have to be a murderer.

[slow hawk]

And i am correcting misinformation from going to a new player

[slow hawk]

Exactly

No race needs to be stereotyped

[smoky adder]

And if you do want to be a murderer, you can do that with any race.

[lyric fjord]

Actually, if you research sterotypes you realize they literally HELP us understand things better half the time.

Like, Drizzt Do'Urden.

[smoky adder]

Yeah, no. We’re not gonna start a discussion about the “pros” of stereotyping.

[slow hawk]

You are getting way off the point

there is no reason to tell a new player to be a tiefling to kill NPCs on any level

[lyric fjord]

Roger. Going silent. Veteran here, I know when to shizup up.

[calm heron]

never knew there was a introductery demo I was just getting general knowledge from videos till now

[smoky adder]

Yeah, it’s pretty fun!

Came out last year.

[calm heron]

Ooooo

[odd narwhal]

Hey guys can I make exceptions for when my paladin with the oath of devotion with the tenet of "never lie or cheat" could lie? I didn't think about it when making the character and now I really don't want her +4 deception to go to waste :,)

[plucky ridge]

You'd need to discuss that with your DM

[fleet field]

Also deception isn’t necessarily lying

It could be deception by omission

[shell pewter]

hi chat

[calm heron]

Awww what a cliff hanger I was hoping the introduction demo would go longer!

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[smoky adder]

I believe the story is basically an intro to Dragons of Stormwreck Isle.

[calm heron]

its got me in a firery mood for some adventure

[stuck seal]

What are good classes for beginners ? 😊

[fleet field]

Any martial (fighter, monk, barbarian, or rogue) will be much easier than the casters (wizard, Druid, sorcerer, warlock, bard, cleric)

The half-casters (ranger, Paladin) fall somewhere in between, tho definitely closer to the martials

However, any class is doable for a new player

[stuck seal]

I see. Thank you! I think I'll do a rogue then 😊😊

If I make a character sheet would it be easier to use the DND beyond app or the paper one?

[echo kelp]

Personal choice really but DnDBeyond does help out a lot IMO

[fleet field]

Dnd beyond simplifies it and automates a lot but a paper or pdf sheet is a good learning experience

[stuck seal]

I took a looksie at DND beyond but the dice and bonuses and stuff is what confused me 💔

[novel ice]

Do you all use the official character sheets or use other resources?

[echo kelp]

I use a mix of official, third-party, and homebrew content. But if you're just starting out, the free basic rules is enough to get you started.

As far as character sheets - I use DnDBeyond. Makes it easy for me as a DM to track things.

[novel ice]

Thank you! Sometimes people hate official stuff for games and i didnt know if the general opinion was the sheets were bad

[placid beacon]

hello

[potent totem]

for me i chose monk as a new player, i think limiting myself to certain weapons to get more creative seems like the best choice starting out

[placid beacon]

im waiting for my tomb tapper to dry

[stuck seal]

I liked that idea but I envision myself as the character and I would never be a monk 💔

[echo kelp]

Part of the fun of playing D&D and RPG games in general - get to be things we'd never actually be in real life.

[vital sail]

The general recommended beginner classes are Fighter, Barbarian, and Rogue due to simplicity

Spell casters have many more abilities to be memorized

[potent totem]

you don't necessarily need to know all the bonuses and stuff like that starting out. at least in my opinion. just focus on what your character wants to do and how they wanna do it is the foundation of the game

[vital sail]

But with effort any class can work well

[stuck seal]

Okayyyy. Let me finish it then and I'll be back

[smoky adder]

Arguably that’s what D&D Beyond does best — making sure everything has the right bonuses.

[placid beacon]

they are realesing a nother players handbook!

dam this day keeps geting worse

[deft sigil]

near the end of the year, yes

[potent totem]

i agree

[smoky adder]

Why is that a bad thing? 👀

[potent totem]

wait for real??

[smoky adder]

It’s a revised version of the current one, coming in September.

[potent totem]

man i was just thinking about getting tashas cauldron and xanathars guide too. maybe that book is a combo of both?

[smoky adder]

It is not.

[potent totem]

but then again i wouldnt know

[placid beacon]

I just bought this one

[smoky adder]

You’ll still be able to play with the one you’ve got.

[placid beacon]

I know

my dad was mad that they kept makig new rules

[potent totem]

i'd probably get it cause i like looking at the art 👁️👄👁️

[placid beacon]

ha

[smoky adder]

It’s still fifth edition. Either of the Player’s Handbooks will work with any of the other fifth edition books.

[potent totem]

i'm actually excited for Vecna: Eve of Ruin in May

[smoky adder]

And in their defense, it’s been a whole decade since the last one. 😅

[potent totem]

yeah understandable

[deft sigil]

they keep making new content to expand worlds and give people more options but you don't need any of it to play outside the basic rules.
And 10 years between PHBs is a long time lol

[smoky adder]

They’re just taking the lessons they’ve learned over those last ten years and streamlining things a little.

[stuck seal]

Oh DND beyond did make it really easy. I just finished everything but the backstory and aliases and stuff (because I'm lacking inspiration) but wow

[potent totem]

I still consider myself a newbie because even though i've seen my friends play D&D for a couple of years, i was kinda iffy to play in a session myself. I'm JUST starting to actually run a game with one of my friends who is also a newbie but compared to her I know more of the races and classes and rules.

[potent totem]

For my character as a variant human monk version of myself, i took inspiration from the wu tang clan album "36 chambers" where i was being trained under 10 different senseis from "the slums of shaolin" to not only try all 36 chambers, but to master all of them to achieve peak human perfection lol

[stuck seal]

Interesting. That reminds me I have to learn the lore of the game

[potent totem]

you can learn a small portion and still have a pretty good time

you can also go to #dnd-lore for more info

[stuck seal]

Noted.
I didn't know which stats were important besides the bare minimum..
So I have.. a tiefling rogue. 9 str 16 Dex 10 con 15 int 5 wisdom 17 charisma

[smoky adder]

You rolled for stats, I take it?

[fleet field]

Seems fine, not great tho

[potent totem]

looks to be that way

[fleet field]

16 Dex is good, you probably want 12 or 14 con tho

[smoky adder]

I’d swap one of your higher numbers — INT or CHA — to CON.

[fleet field]

Also wisdom could be a bit higher

Wisdom saving throws are common and pretty nasty

[potent totem]

you dont have to do this but i would have switched dex to be the highest since you're a rogue

[stuck seal]

Was I not supposed to 💔

I'll reroll

[potent totem]

you can do it that way

[fleet field]

Nah that’s fine

[echo kelp]

Many DMs and groups prefer to see the dice rolls live

[fleet field]

As long as it’s +3 it’s fine imo

[echo kelp]

But for practice, you're fine

[potent totem]

yeah that's true

[smoky adder]

Generally your DM will let you know which method to use for your ability scores.

If they do want a roll, they’ll probably want to see that roll for themself.

[haughty stirrup]

Guys help !!

My DM is asking for boss ideas/Allies ideas

And i don’t know anything about the session/plot he’s going to hold

[stuck seal]

Ohh ok. I'll remember that for future reference

I just wanted to be a fruity lil tiefling

[fleet field]

Talk to the dm about it

[fleet field]

Also for reference, rogues want: max dex, preferably starting at least at 16 or 17. Preferably 14 con and 10-12 Wis. and then whatever you want from there

[haughty stirrup]

Is there some sort of link for bosses and npc’s?

[fleet field]

Wdym?

[haughty stirrup]

I don’t wanna know much about the session, since it’s my first official one ofc

But I wanna at least give him a list of the options he has

[stuck seal]

I see
I kinda chose based on the racial stuff jtkekska
But that makes more sense

[potent totem]

i originally wanted to play as a tiefling warlock but since i was a beginner people told me to be a non spellcaster for my first time

[haughty stirrup]

Can you make your own dnd boss?

[potent totem]

yes

[haughty stirrup]

Do what you want honestly

I’m a tiefling cleric as my first ever official character

[potent totem]

i mean from what i've done with a variant monk version of myself as a character i'm way more into that lol

[haughty stirrup]

Alright !!

[potent totem]

as far as dnd bosses go i would say you can make your own. idk if you have the monster manual or the monsters of the multiverse book but i would use those for inspiration on a boss

if i were to do a boss character i would like him to be a spell casting king. i already have a setup for a campaign where a ruthless king took the throne after a really kind king passed away and the players have to not get caught by this king in his region. he's on the younger side but he is almighty powerful

[slow hawk]

A new DM would benefit from using an existing enemy such as from the monster manual and flavoring them as needed for the setting

[haughty stirrup]

How do perception checks and the other checks work

[true musk]

Agreed, there is already a lot of official content to take advantage of.
Given this question is being asked in this particular channel, I'm working under the context that the DM is also new to the game.
In which case, creating anything mechanically should be saved after one has an in depth understanding of the mechanics.

[exotic remnant]

No tag check found in category new.

[haughty stirrup]

I have my first ever DND session this week, I need to learn and revise the rules and stuff NOW

[echo kelp]

If the DM decides that a characters actions warrant it, they can ask the player to make a perception check. The DM can decide if the result reveals additional information that the character reveals with their perception check or if they find <thing>. Or not. See https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/using-ability-scores#AbilityChecks for more info.

[bitter thicket]

I wanna play but no people :(

[slow hawk]

A character that wants to look around to see if they notice something will tell the DM, and if the DM feels appropriate, will ask for a perception check

[echo kelp]

Read #find-a-game to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels

[true musk]

Beat me to it. 🤣

[slow hawk]

Player rolls an ability check using perception

[true musk]

The DM calls for an ability check when a character or monster attempts an action (other than an attack) that has a chance of failure. When the outcome is uncertain, the dice determine the results.

For every ability check, the DM decides which of the six abilities is relevant to the task at hand and the difficulty of the task, represented by a Difficulty Class. The more difficult a task, the higher its DC. The Typical Difficulty Classes table shows the most common DCs.

[slow hawk]

Passive perception is when players are not actively looking and the DM needs to see if they notice something, like a hidden enemy

[bitter thicket]

Yeah but still no people

[haughty stirrup]

OKAY THANK YOU

[harsh fjord]

You can use the channels to find folks to play with!

[haughty stirrup]

I have a journal for DND stuff, and I’m writing stuff like this down for notes

[bitter thicket]

Which channels specifically?

[haughty stirrup]

Also just in case we don’t have access to computers in school

[harsh fjord]

If you're a player, you can post an ad yourself in #750812887697588356. DMs post in #looking-for-players so you can reply to their ads in the hopes of joining a game.

[bitter thicket]

Yeah but what about the rest of players

[true musk]

That's good taking notes during the session is a good way to retain important information and show to your DM that you're giving them your undivided attention.

[harsh fjord]

That'll be whoever else the DM admits to their game.

[potent totem]

i have a small adventure to play for you

[bitter thicket]

Wot

[potent totem]

i messaged you

[twilit pond]

I am curious and want to know what class is the best in you guys opinions

[harsh fjord]

That's less a newcomer question and more #dnd-discussion.

[twilit pond]

Ok

[slow hawk]

Dont worry about whats best as a new player, pick what’s interesting

[vagrant elm]

I just had a funny d&d idea

If anyone is singing anything, I'm going to ask to roll to see if their singing Story of undertale, I have no clue if this is legal and frankly I don't care

[fleet field]

I mean if someone’s singing, what they’re singing is kinda known or set

You can’t change it just by rolling

You could try to persuade them to sing something else tho

[twilit pond]

If I played as a bard then if I don’t like very much my second option might be rogue or ranger

[vagrant elm]

I will persuade them to sing any goofy song everytime somepne is singing

[scenic kiln]

Depending on the seriousness of the campaign, your dm may not like that

[calm heron]

Dont needa tell me twice I havnt made goofy parodys for nothing!

[vagrant elm]

You made d&d covers of songs?..... If so, I NEED THEM NOW

[calm heron]

oh no no I just change up the lyrics of medieval style songs so they are all goofy and unhinged

[vagrant elm]

D&D song covers need to officially be called bardcore

[vagrant elm]

Oh, I still need to see that

[calm heron]

alright bet got any recommendations might be a little hard if its a song we both dont know

[vagrant elm]

Wait so you make medival songs goofy

[calm heron]

yeah

[vagrant elm]

I don't know medival songs

[calm heron]

hmm well what about a bards song might take some time but I can do just abt any song

[vagrant elm]

I have no idea what a bards song is

[calm heron]

a song of adventure and feats told to thee through a song!

[fossil jetty]

I need some help, at my school there is a D&D club and I’m currently a DM (more from circumstance than actual desire to be a DM) I’m doing a homebrew story, which I know is a bad idea for a new DM but I’m not sure what to do because I don’t really have a BBEG because I haven’t really planned to be a DM and I’m not sure on how to choose a proper BBEG because I don’t want to be someone who railroads (sorry for any grammar mistakes. English is not my first language.)

[calm heron]

is it just gonna be a short or long running campaign?

[fossil jetty]

Something kind of short we only meet once a week and I don’t want to do something too long because I’m not good at being a DM

[calm heron]

Ah alright well if it were me id come up with a personality, weaknesses and strengths for what kind of BBEG id find challenging but not overly unfair for a short term campaign since its homebrew then next id go through what sort of abilities id want it to have and a common race with said abilities or a race that would compliment them afterworlds is where id start with the description afterwords Depending on what the results are id make evil companions to help make up for shortcomings for the party to get through first

[slow hawk]

Is there some reason premade adventures are not on the table

[fossil jetty]

Well, there is I was too stubborn to use any of the premade books or adventures

[slow hawk]

So…

[smoky adder]

You could always transition into one if you’ve changed your mind.

[fossil jetty]

And I’m already a couple sessions in on my current campaign I’ve got a few ideas it’s just currently I need a BBEG

[smoky adder]

Or just wait and reveal the BBEG later.

[calm heron]

Thats very true and if you need help to brainstorm for a BBEG ill spitball based on the previous sessions

[smoky adder]

But #dm-discussion or #dm-world-building might be able to help you come ip with something.

[slow hawk]

also seems more #dm-discussion

And involves discussion of the parry to balance it

[fossil jetty]

Another question if I wanted to join a group based from the server are there currently any groups going on right now?

[smoky adder]

Yep! #find-a-game can point you toward them.

[carmine junco]

how do you calculate your spellcasting ability?

when i google it says "spell save DC" is it the same?

[smoky adder]

Your spellcasting ability is listed in your class’s Spellcasting feature.

[slow hawk]

Spell save DC is given to you in the spellcasting feature of your class/subclass

[smoky adder]

It’s either INT, WIS, or CHA, depending on the class.

[slow hawk]

The formula is always 8 + proficiency + spellcasting mod, defined by your class

[smoky adder]

What class are you using?

[carmine junco]

Wizard. 22 intellegence, +6 modifier +10 save. I already calculated my spell attack and my spell save DC

[smoky adder]

Intelligence is your spellcasting ability, then.

Which is why your Intelligence modifier is included in your spell attack modifier and spell save DC.

Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for your wizard spells, since you learn your spells through dedicated study and memorization.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/classes#SpellcastingAbility8

How did you get 22 intelligence, though? Normally ability scores are capped at 20.

And if it is 22, your spell attack modifier and spell save DC seem off.

What level are you? What’s your proficiency bonus?

[carmine junco]

I dont know... i had my DM help me to make sure i was doing it correctly. I am lvl 10 and i just kept adding to my intellegence through the ability score increases. proficiency is +4. I cant post a screen shot in here.

[cobalt frigate]

Why are you playing a level 10 PC if you're new to D&D, especially a wizard?

[smoky adder]

When you reach 4th level, and again at 8th, 12th, 16th, and 19th level, you can increase one ability score of your choice by 2, or you can increase two ability scores of your choice by 1. As normal, you can’t increase an ability score above 20 using this feature.

At a 22, though, your INT modifier would be +6.

Your spell attack modifier is your spellcasting modifier plus your proficiency bonus.

[carmine junco]

it is at +6

[smoky adder]

So 6 + 4 = +10.

[carmine junco]

• 2 magical items that give me +2 each item.

[cobalt frigate]

You can't have an Int (or any other ability score) above 20 short of special magic items.

[smoky adder]

Oh, I misread here. 😅

I thought you were saying your spell attack modifier was +6.

But in hindsight, I’m guessing that’s your INT mod and your INT saving throws?

[carmine junco]

Oh yeah! i took the resilient feat so thats a +1 i chose wisdom

[smoky adder]

Not your spell attack mod and spell save DC.

Anyway, yeah, INT is your spellcasting ability. 😅

[carmine junco]

i apprecite it! I was reading the telekinesis spell and it says "spellcasting ability VS creatures strength check" and i wasnt sure what to calculate.

[smoky adder]

Yeah, it says that because while a wizard would use INT, a sorcerer would use CHA.

[carmine junco]

Sometimes i feel like i need a "dnd for dummies" book 😓 i appreciate your help.

[topaz garnet]

That said, why are you making a 10th level character out of the gate? It's got a lot of stuff at once to get used to, instead of step-by-step

[cobalt frigate]

Perhaps start at lower level? Level 10 wizard is going to be overywhelming with all the spell options.

[topaz garnet]

such as telekinesis being a more complex spell than, say, catapult

[cobalt frigate]

There is a reason why most new players to D&D start at level 1 so they get to understand the framework of the game before they get more powers that may overwhelm them.

[carmine junco]

@cobalt frigate the DM has started us at lvl 10 on a homebrew 🤷 i have done 5 of the 1 shots until i found a group i liked.

[topaz garnet]

level 10 and (an indeterminate amount of) homebrew is a recipe for confusion for newcomers

[pearl tree]

i really need an actual dm

i tried making my chat gpt a dm and the ammount of instruction i have given it probably qualifies me as a game dev at this point

well i cam here cause i wanted to ask how does modifiers work or should i do that in rules

cause i have rolled the modifiers but like.. what do they do? do i get like my roll +ability modifier or what

[potent orbit]

modifiers get added to the dice roll. for example, if you have a strength mod +2, then any STR-based skill check, regular STR checks, and STR saving throws gets that +2. in the case of STR, it also gets added to melee weapon attacks and melee weapon damage as well (roughly speaking, there are some exception and different rules). another common one is PB (proficiency bonus), which kinda symbolizes your character being good at stuff they do. this increases every few levels, and gets added to any check that you're proficient in (be that saving throw, skill, or attack)

[slow hawk]

Have you read the basic rules, which explain the uses for stat modifiers?

[pearl tree]

ik that

[pearl tree]

i think i worded my self incorrectly

i am talking about ability scores ig

[pearl tree]

but thanks a lot

it cleared up some misconceptions

[slow hawk]

Again…have you read the Basic Rules? How ability scores work is pretty fundamental

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[slow hawk]

They are linked above , free, i suggest starting there

[pearl tree]

i read that but let me actually check again. i was confused when i reas it

[slow hawk]

It is helpful to re-read things

[pearl tree]

that is why came here but alr let me check it again and i will come back if i still have something. Thanks 👍

[fresh fable]

What are you trying to do, an attack, a spell attack, a skill check?

[pearl tree]

oh got it my ability score defines my modifier

[pearl tree]

actuaally i tried playing with chatgpt but like it is hard to make it work when you yourself are new to this. i told it to follow dnd5e rules so it added the modifier automaticaly to all of the above when i did the,

i eventually grew frustrated due to various reasons. so i came here reviewed the rules and now i know

[slow hawk]

ChapGpt is not a way to play dnd

[pearl tree]

that is why i am here

decided that it isn't

[slow hawk]

Look for in person games at local game stores, comic stores libraries or schools, use warhorn, meetup, facebook, craigslist

online games, #find-a-game

[pearl tree]

we don't have that here in my country. dnd isn't common here ya see. and yes i am indeed here to find a group but first i thought i should cover everything up before going there

[cobalt frigate]

Online play is common these days.

[pearl tree]

i personally want to find a group that i can stay with for a long time but.. that is for another channel i suppose

[cobalt frigate]

I've been playing with an online group for the past two years and the campaign will last at least another two years.

[crude musk]

My group is online and we've been playing together for seven and a half years almost

[pearl tree]

Big NOICE

[crude musk]

So don't treat online play as being purely casual/informal/non-permanent

[pearl tree]

ya i wanted exactly that since i have found many people who are on the same wavelength with me

Yo also which books should i read for learning spells and all that

i already have the player's handbook and dungeon master's guide

but idk how much should i research since other books might have more spells and content i like

[potent orbit]

well, first read through the PHB. then, if you want more, Tasha's and Xanathar's have a bunch of extra features. other than that, there's a lot of books that have bits and pieces (like Mordenkainen's has monstrous playable races, Strixhaven has extra spells and stuff). but mostly, you should be fine with the "big three", and even just the player's handbook, for most tables

[pearl tree]

what are the big three? tasha,xanther and phb?

[fair kayak]

I assume so

[pearl tree]

alr thanks

[true night]

What online virtual tabeltop do use for D&D or other role playing games?

[crude musk]

There are lots of choices, some popular ones being

• roll20
• Foundry
• Owlbear Rodeo
• Tabletop Simulator
• D&D Beyond Maps
• Talespire
• Fantasy Grounds

[potent orbit]

for D&D, I usually go with AboveVTT, because it has nice integration with DnDBeyond, and that's where all my stuff is. for other, I usually go with Foundry

[crude musk]

If you want specific recommendations, I would suggest #third-party

[tight mountain]

Hi all. Hope all is well! Is there anyone in the UK running a campaign I can potentially join? Not played in a couple years and have wanted to play again

[wild onyx]

You'll be wanting to check the #find-a-game section.

[tight mountain]

Cheers mate

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[jade rain]

hello hello i just started playing DND with a group of friends at school last semester and its been pretty fun

[hallow rain]

how many spell slots does an Oathbreaker Paladin have at level 12?

[slow hawk]

The Paladin Class description has a table, please refer to that, as for all questions about class spell slots

[hallow rain]

thank you :)

[smoky adder]

You can find that table here, btw:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/classes/paladin#ThePaladinTable

[covert wedge]

how the heck do you deal with elemental monsters? I'm looking at their info and they all have big lists of immunities and resistances. how in the world does anyone deal with them?

I'm trying to make a ranger that focusses on elementals but now I'm seriously second guessing myself here.

[smoky adder]

Have a broad variety of damage types at your disposal.

Something made of fire is reasonably going to be difficult to harm with fire.

So try some cold.

[fallen surge]

Most elementals, especially ones with lots of damage immunities, will be higher CR monsters, which means you'll be fighting them at higher level. By that point, you and your party should have a very large tool box of options for facing any type of foe

[covert wedge]

right now i'm looking at monster slayer and horizon walker ranger archtypes. think that'd help?

[smoky adder]

Horizon Walker's Planar Warrior is an effective way to cut past resistances. Force damage is rarely resisted.

But Monster Slayer's Hunters Sense is a good team option, since you can share that information with the whole group.

#character-discussion can probably help you narrow things down, though.

[covert wedge]

what's force damage?

i tried looking it up but it just talks about magical energy

[jade nova]

Easiest way is think of it like a blast from an explosion

[smoky adder]

Ehhh... not necessarily.

[timid locust]

It's just a type of damage. In Dungeons and Dragons, every damage has a type, but the actual type of damage doesn't intrinsically have any benefits. That being said, monsters almost never have resistance to Force damage

[smoky adder]

In fact, a bomb does fire damage, dynamite does bludgeoning, and frag grenades do piercing.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dmg/dungeon-masters-workshop#Explosives

[covert wedge]

thank you XD

[smoky adder]

Different attacks, damaging spells, and other harmful effects deal different types of damage. Damage types have no rules of their own, but other rules, such as damage resistance, rely on the types.

Force is pure magical energy focused into a damaging form. Most effects that deal force damage are spells, including magic missile and spiritual weapon.

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#DamageTypes

[covert wedge]

I think I'll go with Horizon Walker. Monster Slayer is more the characters thing but Horizon Walker has more effect against elemental foes and opens up some interesting storytelling

[jade nova]

Go for it!

[covert wedge]

I'll mix that up with the druidic fighting focus.

[slow hawk]

As a player, you should not be looking at monster stats as that is “meta” knowledge your character would not normally have. It is up to the DM to advise the party in game if that will be an issue

A player should not narrow themself to one or two forms of damage, simple magical piercing/bludgeoning/slashing is useful to have

[covert wedge]

ah well, i'll keep that in mind for the future

if it helps any i was only looking up this one because the entire reason the character became a ranger was to deal with elementals that were messing with his community. and as a dwarf he has a higher chance of knowing about them since fire elementals are used to heat the forges

[cobalt frigate]

Yeah, if I know my players are looking up monster statblocks I yell at them for meta "cheating" and if they keep it up I give them a warning.

[hasty fox]

Easiest class to pilot?

[cobalt frigate]

You mean "play."

[timid locust]

Fighter, objectively.

[smoky adder]

Human champion fighter is the simplest character in the game.

Because it needs the fewest words to explain.

[timid locust]

You hit, and you hit good.

[fair kayak]

You hit better

[smoky adder]

I meant in terms of actual rules text, but sure, that, too. 😂

[lyric fjord]

What's dnd one?

[solemn umbra]

https://dndbeyond-support.wizards.com/hc/en-us/articles/8609273323156-One-D-D-FAQ

[lyric fjord]

So basically the new edition of dnd, right?

[solemn umbra]

that's how I'm reading it

One D&D is the code name for the next generation of Dungeons & Dragons, bringing together three initiatives that will shape the future of the game:

[vast cobalt]

How does magic wands and the wizard spellbook work ? Do I need to hold them in my hand while casting spells ? Can I hold both ?

[lyric fjord]

I hope it's this year.

[solemn umbra]

The new core rulebooks are expected to be released in 2024.

it's all on that page

[ornate kiln]

you dont have to hold your spellbook when casting unless its a wizard ritual

[cobalt frigate]

You need either a component pouch or a focus for spells that require Material components.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/spellcasting#MaterialM

Casting some spells requires particular objects, specified in parentheses in the component entry. A character can use a component pouch or a spellcasting focus (found in “Equipment”) in place of the components specified for a spell. But if a cost is indicated for a component, a character must have that specific component before he or she can cast the spell.

If a spell states that a material component is consumed by the spell, the caster must provide this component for each casting of the spell. A spellcaster must have a hand free to access a spell's material components -- or to hold a spellcasting focus -- but it can be the same hand that he or she uses to perform somatic components.

[smoky adder]

Not really. It's more of a rules refresh than a brand new edition.

The new books are still fifth edition.

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

"One D&D" isn't even a term they're using anymore.

[vast cobalt]

Ok so the spellcasting focus thing can be the magic wand with bonus to spell save DC right ?

[ornate kiln]

any magic item that is a magic wand is also an arcane focus, yes

[vast cobalt]

Nice

[ornate kiln]

even stuff like the wand of magic missiles

[cobalt frigate]

"One D&D" was a playtest codename, much like "DnDNext" was used for the 5E playtest back in 2012-2013.

[vast cobalt]

But I can't hold two of them to get additional bonus right ?

[ornate kiln]

that depends on the exact wording of the items

[smoky adder]

You definitely won't benefit from two of the same item.

[ornate kiln]

but generally, effects of the same name dont stack

[vast cobalt]

oh ok so two war mages wand don't add up

[smoky adder]

Correct

[vast cobalt]

But I could get a different wand in my other hand right ?

[smoky adder]

But a wand of the war mage could pair with some other type of wand, depending on how they're both phrased.

[vast cobalt]

mm ok

[smoky adder]

Actually, War Mage grants the bonus merely by holding it:

While holding this wand, you gain a bonus to spell attack rolls determined by the wand’s rarity.

So it should be able to pair with any other wand and still confer its bonus.

[vast cobalt]

Okok

And idk if there are any I'll check it out but if it possible to have the wand in one hand and a staff or a rod in the other one ?

Since the wand is a little thing

[cobalt frigate]

You can hold both but their bonuses (generally) won't stack.

[ornate kiln]

sure, just remember that spells without Material components are now an issue for you

[vast cobalt]

why ?

[smoky adder]

Well, with somatic but not material.

A verbal-only spell would still work.

[ornate kiln]

right

[vast cobalt]

If I take war caster as a feat this isn't a problem anymore right ?

[cobalt frigate]

Because as people replied earlier bonuses of the same effect/type don't stack.

[ornate kiln]

yes

[vast cobalt]

nice

[smoky adder]

Pedantically, War Caster does specify "weapons or a shield".

[vast cobalt]

but if it's like a war mage wand that gives a +1 bonus to spell attack rolls and idk maybe a rod with a special effect it could tehcnically stack depending on the effect right ?

[smoky adder]

Some DMs might reasonably rule that a spellcasting focus is neither.

But I suspect most would let it pass.

[vast cobalt]

A rod or a staff can't be considered a weapon ?

Mine is pretty chill

[smoky adder]

Any magic staff can be used as a quarterstaff.

[full cipher]

I know next to nothing about dnd

[vast cobalt]

yeah

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[smoky adder]

Whether that rule technically qualifies it as a weapon itself is a question for #dnd-rules.

[ornate kiln]

hmm, I guess a staff would also be a weapon?

[smoky adder]

Maybe ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Again, that's a #dnd-rules discussion.

My only point here was that you should discuss it with your DM to be safe.

[vast cobalt]

ok thx

[smoky adder]

I don't want to say "Yes, War Caster works" if there's a chance your DM might reasonably disagree.

Even if I don't expect them to disagree.

[lyric fjord]

Edition 5.5?

[ornate kiln]

some people call it that

the offical names are just 2024 " insert book name "

[lyric fjord]

???

[ornate kiln]

well right now we got the 2014 Players handbook. This year, there will be also a 2024 players handbook

etc

[simple goblet]

For example the 2024 Player's Handbook. Does that clarify for you cobraregala?

[smoky adder]

Still fifth edition

[lyric fjord]

Any official subreddits?

[smoky adder]

We recognize that the term “One D&D” has caused confusion around the updated rulebooks. The 2024 core rulebooks aren't ushering in a new edition of the game; the books you enjoy today will be compatible with the updated core rulebooks, because it's all the same edition of D&D. If you're a casual reader, though, this may not have been clear with how we've used the One D&D term in the past. That said, we'll be updating the language we use here on D&D Beyond and elsewhere so as to eliminate confusion around our continuing support for fifth edition.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/community-update#2024_core_rulebooks

[smoky adder]

There's no official subreddit.

[spare fulcrum]

I'm playing an artificer right now, and i think I'm still underestimating it, could someone tell me how much they are able to do?

[smoky adder]

I mean... the artificer rules say exactly what they can do.

Did you have a specific question about one of their features?

[fallen surge]

That's probably a better question for #character-discussion if you want to discuss and theory craft about the capabilities and strengths and weaknesses of a specific class or character

[spare fulcrum]

well for example, my dm did let me make sending stones today

[smoky adder]

If you chose that as a Replicate Magic Item infusion, yes, that's something your artificer can do.

[spare fulcrum]

no not replicate magic item infusion

i just made them

well, my char knows how they work

but still

[smoky adder]

Sounds like your DM is probably using their own crafting rules, then. You'd have to ask them what the limits of that are.

[spare fulcrum]

okay

still thanks

[sage hemlock]

How can I track speed and distance without a playmat? Is speed really that important in the game as long as my players aren't moving insane distances in one turn?

[zinc loom]

can anyone recommend any online tools for dnd sessions that arent in person? does anyone use tools like having a map or character sheet right there?

[wheat crystal]

Are you using physical battlemaps or theatre of the mind?

[cobalt frigate]

#dnd-maps, #third-party, and/or #dm-discussion would be a better place to ask

[sage hemlock]

I'm not really aware of what that means because I'm new, but I'm going to assume theatre of the mind.

[cobalt frigate]

#dnd-maps has list of map making sites/software in the pinned messages

[wheat crystal]

Roll20 (free) or Foundry VTT (one-time fee) are very good for virtual maps.

D&DBeyond for character sheets, Roll20 also has some character sheet integration

[cobalt frigate]

Foundry has no subscription but an one-time license.

[wheat crystal]

Ah gotcha, I’ll update ty

[smoky adder]

Alternatively, there's some good advice here if you're playing without a map:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/tag/theater-of-the-mind

[mortal glacier]

Hey so anyone got a link or something to the rules and how to build a character sheet and like what to do lol

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[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.

[mortal glacier]

Preciate it!

[sage hemlock]

so if I DID want to make a map instead of theatre of the mind (I'm not a very imaginative person haha!) what should I print it on? I realyy just have standard letter paper at my house

[mortal glacier]

Oh quick question is how long can a typical story last?

i was told longer than monopoly XD

[timid locust]

That's probably true.

[wheat crystal]

Theatre of the mind basically means you play without battlemaps, with the DM describing how far away enemies, locations, and objects are. It’s up to the table’s collective imagination to “imagine” the setting. So for example a DM would say things like “the enemy soldier is 30 ft away from you to the SW, and the portcullis lever is 45 feet to the S.” Adjudicating speeds & distance is a little faster since a player will just go “I walk x ft in y direction” but it can be a little harder to keep track of mentally, especially with more combatants.

Physical battlemaps are what you might see if you’ve seen anyone play more traditionally or have seen someone play using Roll20, Foundry VTT, or any other virtual tabletop. The use of playmats is within this category. Herein a map is overlayed with a grid where each square represents a 5’ x 5’ area. Adjudicating speed & distance is a little harder d/t needing to count squares but it makes it a lot easier to keep track of everything.

Most players shouldn’t get insane speeds anyway, unless they’re specifically going for a speed build or playing a monk. If you’re using the former method I would just get a sheet of paper and mark dots for each combatant and note the rough distance between each one in the event of crazy speeds. For battlemaps, it’s fairly easy to just make each square a 10’ x 10’ area instead, or if using online play, just finding a larger battlemap.

In the event of travel time over large distances (i.e. across town, city to city), there’s separate rules for that so you don’t have to worry as much about insane speeds

[fallen surge]

A typical session of D&D will last about 2 to 4 hours. How many sessions it takes to actually finish the story is entirely dependent on the DM running it. A "one shot" is a game that finishes its story in one session. A "campaign" is a story arc covered across multiple sessions, and a campaign can last anywhere from a few weeks to multiple years

[wheat crystal]

You can try graph paper which can be gotten for relatively cheap, since that already comes with a grid. Best part is if you don’t want to print out a premade map on it, you can always draw on the paper

[sage hemlock]

Makes sense. I guess I'll start making a battlemap somewhere!

[mortal glacier]

A campaign would last a lil longer than monopoly i suppose

[fallen surge]

a little bit

[timid locust]

Depends how slowly you're playing it

[mortal glacier]

🤏

bout that much

[cobalt frigate]

TV analogy for D&D
One-shot = made for tv movie
Adventure = a tv miniseries
Campaign = a multi-season tv series

[mortal glacier]

So definitely longer than monopoly by about 🤏 much

[cobalt frigate]

My current campaign has been going on for two years (entering its third year) and it'll be at least another two years by the time they finish and confront the BBEG.

There are campaigns that have been going on for decades.

[hexed schooner]

hi guys , how can I join a new campain? I am new

[dawn stone]

Sup I'm new to dnd can I join campaign

[hallow rain]

I'm playing an Oathbreaker Paladin, what should I do with the Holy symbol I was meant to get?

it's one of my first characters

[sage hemlock]

what is that

[cobalt frigate]

Check #find-a-game

[hexed schooner]

thank you

[dawn stone]

Means bruh

[hallow rain]

it's not helpful though :(

[sonic cargo]

Take a broken symbol to remind you of what you once had.

[timid locust]

To put it simply, your Holy Symbol helps you cast some of your spells and powers some of the abilities you get later on. It's not a one time use item or anything, so just keep it on your person.

[hallow rain]

but since I'm not of good alignment, it's not attuned to me

[timid locust]

The Holy Symbol doesn't require attunement, and can be used by any character regardless of alignment

[wooden shale]

Hello

[cobalt frigate]

Holy symbol isn't a magic item. It's a divine focus.

[golden girder]

Real quick, is there running water?

like in general?

[cobalt frigate]

Yes, rivers and streams.

If you're asking about waterworks in cities then this is something you have to ask your DM regarding their campaign setting.

[ancient marsh]

I suppose it's pretty hard to find a game, huh?

[cobalt frigate]

There are waaaaaay more players than DMs.

It may take you minutes to months to find a good table to play at so keep looking.

[ancient marsh]

I am not trying for months just to maybe get a match.

It's whatever at this point.

[cobalt frigate]

Finding a good table is like dating because it's a social relationship.

[ancient marsh]

In that case, that's even more motivation to not look for one.

[cobalt frigate]

D&D isn't a video game where you can just hop into a lobby. You have to match with the DM and the other players to see if you fit with them.

¯_(ツ)_/¯

[ancient marsh]

I am aware.

[cobalt frigate]

You have to proactive.

Check out iamrazorwing's guide to finding games online:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fqCm4tA5Y_WxlqgryUM_iaz3l7B3zZ0m/view

[ancient marsh]

All I can really do is look. Everyone is always taken.

It's whatever. I'll just stick to BG3

[cobalt frigate]

If you want to play in person check out your local hobby stores, school clubs, Facebook/Meetup groups, etc.

[silk geyser]

Have you looked on Dnd Beyond? That was where i found my first game. Seemed to be a little easier then on here.

[ancient marsh]

I'll give it a shot, I suppose. But I doubt I'll find anything

[silk geyser]

All you can do is try! They usually will put New Players welcome or something similar in the discription.

[slow hawk]

Games arent listed on dnd beyond

[silk geyser]

Sure are.

[ancient marsh]

That's what I thought. I Was confused since I never saw anything

[slow hawk]

Its a tool for tracking a character sheet and storing books online

[ancient marsh]

He may be referring to the forums.

[silk geyser]

It's in the forums

Looking for Players & Groups

[slow hawk]

Then specify?

[silk geyser]

I don't think i can put links here

[ancient marsh]

I am already there anyways

[silk geyser]

In the forum? Or in beyond?

[silk geyser]

Sorry it wasn't letting me type message after message! Didn't mean to sound rude there.

[twilit pond]

I have a question what die do you use to make a character I’m new to DnD

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[smoky adder]

Character creation largely doesn't involve dice at all.

[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.

[smoky adder]

Rolling dice is one possible method for determining ability scores.

?tag new abilities

[exotic remnant]

Abilities

Six abilities provide a quick description of every creature's physical and mental characteristics: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma.

For each ability, your character has an ability score, a number from 1 to 20. There are three ways to determine ability scores, and your DM will let you know which to use. (If you don’t have a DM yet, choose Standard Array or Point Buy.)

• Roll the Dice. Roll 4d6 and record the total of the highest three. Do this six times, and then assign each total to a different ability.
• Standard Array. Assign each of the following numbers to a different ability: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8.
• Point Buy. Choose your own ability scores by spending points.

After assigning your ability scores (and adding any bonuses from your race), determine your ability modifiers, a number from -5 to +5, using the Ability Scores and Modifiers table.

[smoky adder]

But mostly character creation is just looking through the available options and making some choices.

You can start by picking a race, class, and background.

[silk geyser]

D6 to roll stats and if you wan't random traits and stuff it typically will tell you in the table. But like everyone else said it's not a lot of dice rolling when you are selecting Race, Class, Background, and that kinda stuff.

[smoky adder]

Unless your DM has asked you to roll for your ability scores, I'd recommend using the standard array or point buy instead.

Typically the DMs who do ask for rolls want to see those rolls for themselves.

[hexed marsh]

Need some help in the future of when sales go on for digital source books

[slow hawk]

Nobody here will know

thats a WOTC business thing

[hexed marsh]

Was worth a shot

[simple goblet]

Sales are typically announced on their social media, emails and on the site's banners so worth keeping an eye on things

[cobalt frigate]

D&D Beyond has seasonal sales, with Christmas and Cyber Monday being the biggest.

[hexed marsh]

So I'm going to wait for a while, thanks you for helping me

[smoky adder]

Keep an eye on #dnd-announcements.

[simple cairn]

Hello. What happens here.

[echo kelp]

We help folks get started with D&D by answering specific questions they have - check the pinned messages for links to useful resources to help get you started.

[simple cairn]

Thx you.

[wet tulip]

anybody wanna dm a text one shot so a few other new players and I can learn

[plucky ridge]

This channel isn't meant for looking for games but you can post on #750812887697588356 or browse #looking-for-players for games! 🙂

[smoky marten]

so confused about the equipment in this game

[cobalt frigate]

What specifically are you confused about?

[topaz garnet]

We'd be happy to help explain

[frosty hinge]

You still looking? im available now

i know, i know. Its the wrong channel. I just wanted to quickly respond

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[vagrant hound]

im so friggin new i need help with making a character

[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.

[smoky adder]

What have you got so far? Where are you stuck?

[vagrant hound]

i need help making a character

[smoky adder]

What have you got so far? Where are you stuck?

[vagrant hound]

i havent even started

[smoky adder]

Gotcha

First thing then would be to pick a race, class, and background. Did you have anything specific in mind?

[vagrant hound]

race: dragonborne class:wizard

[smoky adder]

Cool cool

Got a character sheet already?

[vagrant hound]

yes.

and dice

[topaz garnet]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/step-by-step-characters
This is the important part

[smoky adder]

Next step, then, would be your ability scores.

?tag new abilities

[exotic remnant]

Abilities

Six abilities provide a quick description of every creature's physical and mental characteristics: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma.

For each ability, your character has an ability score, a number from 1 to 20. There are three ways to determine ability scores, and your DM will let you know which to use. (If you don’t have a DM yet, choose Standard Array or Point Buy.)

• Roll the Dice. Roll 4d6 and record the total of the highest three. Do this six times, and then assign each total to a different ability.
• Standard Array. Assign each of the following numbers to a different ability: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8.
• Point Buy. Choose your own ability scores by spending points.

After assigning your ability scores (and adding any bonuses from your race), determine your ability modifiers, a number from -5 to +5, using the Ability Scores and Modifiers table.

[topaz garnet]

You've got Dragonborn, Wizard, now do that ^

[vagrant hound]

ok

[smoky adder]

FWIW, the quick start guide for wizards says this:

You can make a wizard quickly by following these suggestions. First, Intelligence should be your highest ability score, followed by Constitution or Dexterity. If you plan to join the School of Enchantment, make Charisma your next-best score. Second, choose the sage background. Third, choose the mage hand, light, and ray of frost cantrips, along with the following 1st-level spells for your spellbook: burning hands, charm person, feather fall, mage armor, magic missile, and sleep.

[topaz garnet]

(Of course, you can choose different spells if you want)

[vagrant hound]

how do i make ability scores?

[topaz garnet]

the big post just above talking about abilities

[vagrant hound]

oh.

but how do i MAKE them

[topaz garnet]

you... use one of those methods.

[echo kelp]

See #dnd-newcomers message

It lists three methods

[vagrant hound]

like with dice and stuff

[echo kelp]

Rolling dice, standard array, and point buy

[smoky adder]

Which method you should use is a question for your DM.

[topaz garnet]

there's three methods
Standard Array (the set of numbers you put in any order)
Point Buy (a little more math but more variance)
Rolling (as listed)

[topaz garnet]

"Roll the Dice. Roll 4d6 and record the total of the highest three. Do this six times, and then assign each total to a different ability."

[vagrant hound]

nvm

[smoky adder]

If you don’t have a DM yet, stick with Standard Array or Point Buy.

[vagrant hound]

ima go

[smoky adder]

The easiest option is the standard array.

I’d do 15 INT, 14 CON, 13 DEX, 12 WIS, 10 CHA, and 8 STR.

[valid flare]

hi

[kind plaza]

hi indeed

[green cove]

hi guys i am new to dungeon and dragon. I would like to play i can dm directly dungeon masters and players?

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

• Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
• Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
• Basic advice to help you in your hunt.

[viscid lynx]

hey iam sorta new to dnd looking for an online game i have a main campagin irl but thats on mondays only

[green cove]

i could play with you online? @

@viscid lynx

[viscid lynx]

i would love that iam looking for a group of people to play with iam a player

[green cove]

cool i am a player too and i just played once to d nd

[viscid lynx]

i have played quite a few one shots and in a campagin started last christmas time

[green cove]

ok cool i just bought the initiation box to know the rules

[kind plaza]

If you’re looking for an online game #find-a-game might be the best place to ask, or if y’all are playing together you could look for a dm in #750812887697588356

[green cove]

ok thak you @kind plaza

thank you

[viscid lynx]

thanks flawless i will keep an eye out i thought i would join this server now so i dont forget when i sleep soon

is there a section for homebrew i have made some homebrew i want advice on balanceing

[mint jolt]

#homebrew

[plucky ridge]

Yes #homebrew

[viscid lynx]

i didnt see that channel sorry

[plucky ridge]

You can add it via id:customize

[viscid lynx]

yeah i did that keep forgetting they updated discord

[jolly moat]

What is Spell DC?

[wheat crystal]

It is a number characters and some NPCs use to determine the DC (difficulty class/check) of their spells that force someone or something to make a saving throw

[echo kelp]

Each class with spell casting features describes the calculation in the table under the class description.

Sorry under the table

[wheat crystal]

When you cast a spell that forces a saving throw, like Acid Splash, the enemy must roll their saving throw of the ability type listed in the spell description. If their roll, after any bonuses and penalties, is equal to or greater than your spell DC, they succeed. If not, they fail. The consequences for each should be listed under each spell.

[echo kelp]

So for cleric see the Class Features section under Spellcasting Ability to seee the calculation: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/classes#SpellcastingAbility2

It's usually based on 8 + proficiency bonus + spellcasting ability (e.g. wisdom, intelligence, or charisma) modifier

[jolly moat]

Ahhhhh got it ty!

[unreal compass]

whats the best way to play a rogue like how should i interact with battles or nature or people ig idk

[fleet field]

second two are up to however you roleplay your character

first one, you want to focus on triggering sneak attack and not getting hit

[stuck seal]

I was looking at the races and I was reading on the variant humans and it didn't make any since to me 💔 if someone could explain in little brain terms I'd appreciate it

[fleet field]

What part of variant human were you confused about?

[stuck seal]

So do they just get more stats in a specific area or is there anything more to it

[fleet field]

Have you read the race description?

They get less stat boosts overall but in exchange they get some other stuff

(Compared to regular human that is)

[trim cliff]

Hiya!~ i’ve been playing dnd as a player for a little while, but I’m planning on starting a new campaign, anyone have advice or tips or anything?

[floral ridge]

um hi im new to dnd i never played it so much as a bord game but i know a little bit about it

[fleet field]

#dm-discussion may be able to give some advice

[stuck seal]

Maybe I'm dyslexic 💔

[fleet field]

Sorry, it’s just you’d be suprised how many people we get asking about how something works without having actually read it first

[fleet field]

Variant humans get 2 +1s wherever they want, as opposed to regular humans who get a +1 in every stat

In exchange, they get to start with one feat

Feats are like extra abilities

[trim cliff]

Ty

[stuck seal]

I'm jk. I skimmed it too fast </333
But thank you for being patient. I'll read more in depth next time before I ask something dumb

[fleet field]

An example is telekinetic which lets you push someone with your mind

[fleet field]

Ah, all g

[stuck seal]

I think I'll stick to something easy before I do anything like that 😔

[storm zealot]

helloo

[fleet field]

Hi

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[true musk]

If you're new to dnd, the bot post above has everything you need to get started.

[storm zealot]

i played one game so i know osme things

[ocean abyss]

Do I use ?looking to find group?

And where to use it

[fleet field]

use it anywhere

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

• Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
• Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
• Basic advice to help you in your hunt.

[smoky adder]

?looking just provides the instructions above.

[median thistle]

I have done my research

And I am ready

[golden kraken]

welcome to the ranks!

[median thistle]

I am very excited always wanted to play dnd since I was like 10

[wheat rover]

Hello! I’ve been looking for a group to play dnd I have never played before but really want to

[cobalt frigate]

Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

[wheat rover]

Not yet im about to right now

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

• Learn the basics and enjoy a short adventure with our quick introductory demo.

How does it work?

• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
• For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.

Where do I start?

• Create a character digitally on D&D Beyond or print a character sheet to fill out by hand.
• Check out #find-a-game to find a group to join.

[orchid siren]

Is it a bad idea to play a artificer for my second campaign

[echo kelp]

Not really a newcomer question. I'd recommend playing whatever interests you and seems fun.

[astral thunder]

Hay am new to D&D I have done a few one shots was hoping to look for group that would like me to have join a session.

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

• Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
• Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
• Basic advice to help you in your hunt.

[buoyant path]

Which rogue subclasses are in free rules? Just Thief?

[crude musk]

Yep

[buoyant path]

Cheers just checking

[crude musk]

Each class gets 1 free subclass in the Basic Rules/SRD

[buoyant path]

New player down in #character-discussion wants to play Trickster but doesn’t have PHB, I couldn’t remember which ones free

[warm sapphire]

Hey! So I'm newish to DND, I know for the steps to building a character, I'm just not sure what kind of character I should play. I'm looking for something really beginner friendly, yet entertaining enough to keep me playing

[covert wedge]

druid

you get spells, animals and a big stick to hit people with

[warm sapphire]

Haha funnily enough I've actually tried building a druid, it's just uh- I don't know how to play it properly 😅 I made a circle of the shepherds druid, I can send you the link if you'd like but I literally just copy and pasted the build after searching up how to build it online, mainly because, I don't know how to build my own stuff decently