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viral pelican
solemn light
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?newdm

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Huh yeah. It used to work in here.

tawny field
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If you have a +2 modifier to something like charisma, but you aren’t proficient in persuasion, do you still add the +2? Or is the proficiency there to add an additional bonus

solemn light
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Yep you still add your ability modifier

tawny field
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Ok cool.

solemn light
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Proficiency lets you add your proficiency bonus, which scales as you level.

tawny field
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I know that much

solemn light
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So if you were level 1 with 14 Charisma, but no prof in Persuasion you'd roll 1d20 +2 (Cha bonus).
If you were proficiency in Persuasion you'd roll 1d20 +2 (Cha) +2 (Prof bonus) for +4 total.

tawny field
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Yea I’ve been doing it like that I was just making sure cause my friend said he thought it only applied if proficient

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Both new so yknow

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It’s a shame most people only play once a week or even every two weeks. I hyperfixate so hard I just wanna play like every other day because I have so many ideas and I’m super into it and by the time that one day comes once a week I’m like damn that was it? Idk

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I mean I get why. Specifically the dm would probably get the most burnt out quickly without that much time to think of ideas between sessions

viral pelican
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As the DM...I want to play more often!

smoky adder
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It’s just having some trouble this morning.

viral pelican
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Poor Dyno 🤒

vapid umbra
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I have a group with friends and, as they're all currently studying, we only meet so many times a year 😦

tawny field
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But I’m definitely not DM material so I don’t know how I’d go about that

viral pelican
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I think if I really wanted to DM more, I would probably set up a paid Beginner campaign to get people rolling. But I am concerned about meeting peoples expectations as a service provider.

tawny field
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Yeah, maybe

tawny field
wild onyx
tawny field
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The thing is I either have to have an established group to ask for a dm or be a dm to ask for other players

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Maybe I could find a dm first then have them make a post after

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After we figure out the general stuff

livid yoke
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if i were to remake a monk build designed solely for unarmed strike (devious hands) what would yall suggest i can paste my current build

smoky adder
livid yoke
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not sure js want him to punch harder

smoky adder
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If you want someone to look over your build and suggest alternatives from the official rules, then #character-discussion.

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If you're looking to step outside of the official rules, then #homebrew.

viral pelican
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?new

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Oh wow the bot really isn't working

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@hoary musk check out the pinned messages in this channel (see top of page if you are unfamiliar - it's the third icon from the left)

hoary musk
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👍

wild onyx
dusty elk
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GM! Does anyone know where the best place to go for a new player would be? I kinda just want to learn how to play. And I may be interested in learning to DM as well.

smoky adder
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You've found it!

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There's some good links here to get you started #dnd-newcomers message but did you have any specific questions?

harsh fjord
dusty elk
reef mica
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Hello

viral pelican
reef mica
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I am new dnd and i need a guide

viral pelican
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I think the bot is broken right now...

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?new

crude musk
reef mica
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Ok thank you

viral pelican
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Feel free to post any question in this channel.

reef mica
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The un writen rules of dnd

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I want to learn to dont make mistakes

harsh fjord
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That's a pretty high bar to aim for, honestly!

viral pelican
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The unwritten rules vary more from table to table.

reef mica
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For every table whats all way the rule

crude musk
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That's not a thing

harsh fjord
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That's genuinely impossible to say. Even the rules of the game can be ignored at any given table.

crude musk
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Focus on the written rules
You'll pick up on the "unwritten" ones once you join a group

harsh fjord
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Maybe a good general rule is "Don't be a jerk to the others you play with." Hard to generalize beyond that.

reef mica
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Ok thank you

crude musk
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Which isn't an unwritten rule of D&D

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It's more a basic social expectation

reef mica
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What about evil one shpt and every bpdy needs to be a jerk

ornate kiln
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if everyone at the table is on board, then thats fine

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but this needs to be discussed beforehand

harsh fjord
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There's a huge difference between "My character is a jerk" and "I as a player am a jerk."

ornate kiln
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also even in an evil party, your characters still need to be willing to work together on some level

viral pelican
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Players at my table have been selfish, dishonest, and unscrupulous - but they are all still on board with getting the team to the goal, which is the main thing.

crude musk
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If you're completely new to D&D, I'd say focus on making a cooperative, likeable, helpful and heroic character

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That way the nature of your character will make things go smoother and give you more room to learn the game

reef mica
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Thank you all for answering my question

smoky adder
reef mica
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Can ı ask whate can ı find a group to play

smoky adder
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If you want to look here on the server, #find-a-game can point you in the right direction.

covert pebble
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Hey I got a question about dnd. So I’m the DM in our campaign but I don’t know how to narrate a dungeon if that makes sense

cobalt frigate
smoky adder
# covert pebble Hey I got a question about dnd. So I’m the DM in our campaign but I don’t know h...

I'd suggest reading through Peril in Pinebrook for a good practical example.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1625-peril-in-pinebrook-a-free-introductory-adventure

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short dove
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hello

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I'm new to this i come from Baldur's gate 3

smoky adder
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Welcome!

timid locust
short dove
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😎

glad valley
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hi hi

granite moth
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Hey guys, new DM here looking for some insights on forgotten realms, i'm planning to make an expedition campaign 🙂 With mysteries, puzzles and battles in an alternate plane not so terrifying as the Far Planes, but more like a counter balance for it

harsh fjord
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What kind of info are you looking for specifically? #dnd-lore is for discussions about the history and such, whereas #dm-discussion can help with running games.

granite moth
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a certain year to start my campaign, i know there is a lot i can base my campaign depending on things that happen during the late years, so thats my doubt

harsh fjord
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They can tell you the timeline better.

granite moth
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thanks!!

flat basin
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hiii

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

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

Both are linked above.
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flat basin
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well i know a good amount. however, im still new

glad valley
flat basin
glad valley
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I've only played once with my family, and I desperately need a new hobby lol

flat basin
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im so going to read it

flat basin
glad valley
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glad valley
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glad valley
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flat basin
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i think dino dude just helped you to find a game!

harsh fjord
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If you want to look for additional games outside the server, I made a guide for just that purpose.

glad valley
glad valley
flat basin
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yes im currently in one game

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its sm fun

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my bfs a dm and we play with our friends

glad valley
flat basin
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ikr 🤭

drowsy flax
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ok so i dont know anything about dnd except its a RPG where imagination is the limit and the players going off topic,

any good start guide?

smoky adder
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There's some good links here that cover the basics:

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drowsy flax
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thanks

smoky adder
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But basically, it's just you and your friends telling a story together. Most of you control only a single character within that story, while one of you -- the DM -- presents the world, the creatures, and the events that challenge those characters.

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And along the way, the rules of the game and the random roll of the dice help give shape to that story.

ember gale
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Hey I'm new i want to play this game online. Can anyone tell me where i can play? Any app or website?

timid locust
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?tag new online

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timid locust
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The simplest answer is yes, in DnD your class provides 99% of all your skills and ability progression.

That being said, putting levels into more than one class at once (known as multiclassing) can be very complicated in DnD, and can easily result in a sub-par character build when tried by new players.

There are other ways to get access to new abilities for your character though: ask your DM if they allow Feats. If they do, every 4 levels you can pick a feat to customize your character instead of increasing their stats

tawny field
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How does armor work for enemies? and how does the DM determine it?

harsh fjord
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Creatures have their armor class (AC) in their statblocks.

timid locust
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And a good start can make a big difference! For example, if you picked the Criminal background when you created your character, you'd start the game with the ability to pick locks, even without being a rogue

harsh fjord
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As for how it works, the attacker rolls a d20, adding any bonuses; if it meets or exceeds the target's AC, the attack hits.

tawny field
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so if the attack does hit

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do you then roll the weapon's hit die + modifier?

harsh fjord
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Yep!

tawny field
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got it

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so does that apply the same for players when the monsters attack? like roll for hit then roll for damage according to armor

harsh fjord
fleet ore
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Hi, I have a question about warlocks

fallen surge
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Ask away!

fleet ore
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Are there certain beings you have to choose to make a pact with or can your patron be whatever you want?

smoky adder
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The subclasses each give a sort of "theme" for your patron.

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But none of them are dedicated to any one specific being.

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And you could always talk to your DM about changing the theme of a subclass (without changing the actual rules).

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Well, I suppose you could talk to them about changing the rules, too, but DM's will be generally more inclined to accept the first suggestion. dndLol

fallen surge
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For example, one subclass is "the fiend" which would be your classic "deal with the devil" sort of warlock, while another is "the great old one" which is more like an eldritch horror. You get to decide what devil, entity, etc is your actual patron, but the powerset you get is based on the subclass you pick, which will be what you are themed around

fleet ore
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Thanks, that's basically what I thought, just wanted to make sure I understood everything correctly 👍

smoky adder
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It's worth discussing with your DM, whatever your choice there.

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Since they know the most about what setting you're playing in, they might be able to give you some specific choices or help you find something that fits well with the story.

fleet ore
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Haha yeah I don't actually know anyone else who plays DND, I only started getting interested in it a few days ago. But when I do find someone to play with I'll keep that in mind.

smoky adder
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I'd recommend keeping it vague to start, then. Just a rough idea of the type of patron you're looking for.

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Going for a specific choice, like Orcus, runs the risk that Orcus may not even exist in the world you end up playing.

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Whereas a loose idea like "I want a powerful demon who wants to reshape the world" can be more easily adapted.

desert nest
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Gday cobbers how we doin

smoky adder
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Or pair them together: "I want a powerful demon trying to reshape the world, like Orcus" gives the DM a clear understanding of both the type of patron you're looking for and why.

smoky adder
desert nest
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What's the best way to get into a party? Just go through the lookin for players tab?

smoky adder
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Yeah, that's a good place to start.

desert nest
tardy scaffold
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Im looking for a party to join with I'm kinda a newbie but I'm familiar with playing

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quasi nimbus
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Hello

smoky adder
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Welcome!

sick belfry
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How do you play Dungeons and Dragons

smoky adder
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There's some good links here that cover the basics:

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smoky adder
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But did you have any specific questions?

sick belfry
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no

weary flax
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Your not circle shaped icon bothers my brain 🥹😆

rocky sail
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Yo yo yo 1 4 8 3 3 6 9

weary flax
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Welcome

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What's up with the numbers 🤔?

rocky sail
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Only real ones know if yk what I mean 😎

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FR tho i don’t know anything too much bout dnd so i m supposed to learn here ig

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smoky adder
meager gate
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do i only need a character sheet and then i can start joining for a game? (if i know basic of gameplay and rules too)

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is it that simple?

tidal wyvern
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hi

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got interested from utube

wheat crystal
tidal wyvern
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ok thnx i have a character sheet tho

plush rapids
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I just made a character sheet. I’m so confused on how to move forward.. because I’m a beginner and BARELY read the book😪

wheat crystal
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Different DMs may allow or not allow certain content so i wouldn’t get too in-depth into making a character until you’re accepted into a game or unless the DM says otherwise

harsh fjord
meager gate
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i hope its not too hard

wheat crystal
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The biggest issue you’ll usually have is scheduling haha. I would look for a DM that runs their games as close to RAW (rules-as-written, without custom “homebrew” rules or rule modifications) for your first session

meager gate
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thankyou

magic meteor
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Will thou of dnd, lend thy knowledge of what the hardest boss in dnd is?

echo kelp
smoky adder
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CR 30 is the highest possible, of which there are four monsters.

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  • Aspect of Bahamut
  • Aspect of Tiamat
  • Tarrasque
  • Tiamat
slow hawk
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Foreknowledge of enemey abilities is likely metagaming anyways. If you’re a DM, there’s #dm-discussion

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But yeah, not newcomers

sick sky
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hi

magic meteor
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Alright, thanks for summing that up

sick sky
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ive never played dnd before

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i dont know how to used discord well

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how do i find a party to play with

cobalt frigate
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Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

sick sky
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no

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sick sky
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ok

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

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "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.

storm hedge
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if I wanted to start a dnd campaign as dungeon master what are some things I should prepare beforehand?

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cobalt frigate
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And that's good chance the DM will give them a warning and/or get kicked.

sly shale
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I read the free basic rules and i think i get the gist of it what do i do now

long kayak
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Is there any easy way to get like an auto fill for sheets or smth? Like a site, I have had dming experience in other RPGs however it's my first time in dnd itself, my books have recently arrived but I have had a little trouble with my players to actually fill in their sheets, sometimes because they don't decide or there is something I can't seem to find or I take too long to do it, and at such a slow rhythm I don't manage to complete all of their sheets so is there an easier way?

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(I just suck at basic things)

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Sorry for yapping 🙏

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But please I need help

haughty geyser
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Try D&D Beyond. It's very good for making character sheets

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It also has a quick start function to make characters really fast

long kayak
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Oh ok, I mean something with more options like with more content and things to choose from

fleet field
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Dnd beyond can have all the content, you just have to buy the books it’s from

long kayak
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But ig I'll try to use just dnd beyond

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Oh right, sorry

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I'll just use it then

main fulcrum
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The Roll20 Charactermancer doesn't suck, though it's a bit clunky. And personally I find it easier to manually enter things into than D&D Beyond. But it's hard to use those sheets unless you're actually playing on Roll20

long kayak
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One of my players wants to be a halfling, should I put him in a room with stacks of mimic books surrounding him?

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Or would that be too damn evil

rough thistle
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I have dumped 350 hours into bg3 sense December, Just joined this channel and reddit, I want to play but have zero idea on how to even start the process!

long kayak
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And if he tries to climb should I use it's bite action

fleet field
long kayak
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Oh right sorry

rough thistle
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I would like to start playing dnd! Not bg3, sorry for the confusion

haughty geyser
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Ah, my bad

fleet field
tardy scaffold
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Hi I'm looking for a DM and when I tried looking for one it says I have to wait for March 7th and I don't know why

edgy onyx
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If you mean making a post on #750812887697588356 , there's a 1 week or so cooldown between when you can post again

sick mason
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Can someone help me make a character sheet 😭

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Although, if you have absolutely zero clue about character sheets, or even about DnD in general, it's a good idea to follow the link here.

outer wedge
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Looking for group

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vernal swift
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Hello, dear DnD-Enthusiasts 🙂 I am glad that I am now a part of this big server and hope to find a game to take part in 🙂

cloud breach
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hello

vernal swift
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Thank you

cloud breach
hollow dagger
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I think a.i. has helped me as much as it can in learning dnd. Who wants to be my dnd sensei ? lol

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solemn light
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I'd be a little cautious about what AI has taught you, as it does often get rules and information wrong (It doesn't understand what it's saying, it repeats things it's scraped, including other editions and misinformation on D&D).

The above resources can help get firmer readings on the rules. The basic rules are free, and the handbooker helper series breaks them down more.

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You don't need to read all of the rules before finding a game, but having a look over character creation and combat rules before finding a game can help speed things up. And of course you can ask questions here!

The rules really click into place when you play, so one of the first big steps is finding a game. You can make practice PCs while looking for a game as that's one thing you can do by yourself (with help form here when you need it!)

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hollow dagger
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Yeah I wouldn’t take a test based on what I’ve learned from gpt but it’s great in some aspects. I was really having trouble understanding certain calculations and gpt as not helping at all. I have the basic rule book downloaded on the D&D beyond app, but it’s a lot

wild onyx
solemn light
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Yeah there can definitely seem like a lot of rules at first (and there are) but you don't need them memorised or to read all of them before playing. Better to just have a rough idea of how things like combat and making a PC work. Like more things, it clicks into place as you play and far better to know where to look up rules when you need them.

hollow dagger
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Do skill proficiencies have any impact on combat?

wild onyx
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Yes.

solemn light
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In general no, but occasionally.
For example being proficient in athletics might help establish grapples, and being proficient in acrobatics or atheletics can help avoid being grappled.

ornate kiln
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Some do, some don’t really come up

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The most important ones for combat are athletics, acrobatics (as mentioned), perception and stealth

wild onyx
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Athletics and Acrobatics most often. Stealth and Perception can do. Intimidation on occasion. Arcana to recognise spells.

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History might get you details of a monster's weaknesses.

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In terms of smacking monsters or casting spells, skills are not relevant.

solemn light
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Classes and subclasses might have specific abilities that might use a skill in combat, but then that's more for that class and would be getting a bit too technical for n here.

ornate kiln
wild onyx
ornate kiln
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History isn’t really for monster knowledge imo

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But DMs do run these skill checks differently

hollow dagger
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So here is the example A.I. was just not helping me with. A level 1 Dragonborn (Race) Paladin (Class) is proficient in Insight, Intimidation, Athletics, and Persuasion. They have a constitution of 10. Their breath weapon is a 15ft cone that requires creatures to make a saving throw. The dc for that saving throw is 8 + the constitution modifier + the proficiency bonus. Would they be 8 + 2 + 2?

wild onyx
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Modifier for ability score of 10 is zero.

true shard
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the modifier is you stat -10 /2 rounded down

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so a 20 would be (20-10)/2=5

hollow dagger
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Oh, my b. I did the math bad there. Okay I see that. But other than that is everything the way it’s supposed to be?

wild onyx
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Your paladin gets to pick two skills from Athletics, Insight, Intimidation, Medicine, Persuasion, and Religion.

wild onyx
solemn light
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Or +1 for every two points above 10, -1 for 9 and another -1 for every two points below 9.
(As Jackie said, (Score -10)/2 rounded down for above 0)

And Looks like everything else is about right.
Breathweapon cone/line can depend on what type of dragonborn you pick from the PHB.

As Smith pointed out, Paladins pick two skills, and then you'd get another two from a background you pick. So those skills can be doable.

true shard
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you should try filling in a character sheet

hollow dagger
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Okay cool. So now let’s say hypothetically that Paladin had a profficiency in survival which falls under constitution. That does nothing when determining the dc for the saving throw previously discussed?

true shard
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survival fallsunder wisdom

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and skills and saving throws are seperate things

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survival is a wisdom skill while a saving throw is something totally different

hollow dagger
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I probably should start over with the rulebook. I think the gpt has really programmed me with a lot of wrong ideas. Thanks for the clarity.

wild onyx
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Proficiency bonus is how good you are with skills based on your character's experience level. At level 1 it's +2.

solemn light
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In general the basic rule is for a skill, save or check related to an ability you roll 1d20 (twenty sided dice) + That Ability Modifier.
So for constitution checks you'd roll 1d20+0, because you have no Con bonus.

If you are proficient in that roll somehow, you also add your Prof bonus, which is a flat number that scales as you level (+2 at lower levels)

(This also includes attack rolls)

wild onyx
hollow dagger
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I think I have a finely tuned Paladin, I’m just learning the combat mechanics now and how the math is done and I got confused because I was used A.I. as my learning tool and after 15-20 messages A.I. begins to go dumb. I feel like I understand that game I just was curious as to if skills you are proficient in give buffs to certain rolls. Like for example if you have to do a strength saving throw and you have proficiency in athletics if you get some level of buff from that skill proficiency. That’s where I was like ???

true shard
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saving throws and skills are different

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atlethics is a skill that if you are proficient in it you may add your proficiency bonus to the skill check

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?skills

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ok idk how that one works

hollow dagger
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So Abilities can only impact Skill Checks but skills cannot impact Ability Checks is a good way to look at it?

true shard
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?tag new skills

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Skills

A skill represents a specific aspect of an ability score. Proficiency in a skill lets you add your proficiency bonus to ability checks that involve that skill, making you more likely to succeed.

Write your ability modifier next to each skill for that ability. If you’re proficient with that skill, add your proficiency bonus as well.

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?tag new saves

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solemn light
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Abilities are your base modifier in that sense.
As mentioned, for attacks, saves and checks (including skill checks) It's:
1d20 + Ability Modifier + (prof bonus if proficient)

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They don't affect or synergise with each other. Having proficiency in Strength Saves doesn't affect strength checks or attack rolls using strength and vice versa.

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But increasing Strength score (and thus mod) boosts all of them.

hollow dagger
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I think I understand it more. I think I’m over complicating it because my first experience with checks in on Baldur’s gate so when I roll I see a bunch of +1’s on things and feel like there was more to it

solemn light
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Baldur's Gate 3 would be the same for this. Mostly it's bonus came from things like guidance or so on.

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But otherwise the same. 1d20 + Ability Mod + Prof bonus (If proficient). (And then like -1 or something if you've let Astarion give you a hicky)

hollow dagger
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Thanks a bunch. You guys are some smooth operators

weary warren
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So i bought the dragons of stormwreck isle starter set, and i was curious how to get stuff like maps.

shut hemlock
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are you playing irl or online?

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assuming you’re playing irl i like to use dry erase maps. you draw whatever maps you need with a marker and it’s reusable. you can find them pretty easily at your local game store or online retailer like amazon for 20-40 bucks.

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it’s a pretty low-cost way to play, especially in the long term if you end up using lots of maps.

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if you’re playing online you can get virtual maps from the modules on dndbeyond.

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if you need lowcost diy tokens i like to print out creatures and put them on playing card stands.

sly shale
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I dont really know how to go about making my character i read the chapters but i just dont know what to do can someone help

solemn light
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Any part you're getting stuck on?
You can always use Dndbeyond as a guide, and just go through the character creation steps, bit by bit

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I also like going to the main pages for some of these (races, classes) as they help give bite size summaries https://www.dndbeyond.com/races
(Focus on ones in the Player Handbook / Basic Rules)

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sly shale
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I was thinking of going for a half-elf sorcerer

smoky adder
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Sounds fun!

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

sly shale
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I dont know what to do after that basically i read the chapters but its just so much stuff

solemn light
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Best to try and go through bit by bit.
So you've picked your Race (Half-elf).
If you're filling out on dndbeyond it can add all that for you, but if filling out yourself, fill in what half-elf gives you into your sheet. See if you can figure out where things go, and ask if you get stuck.

For the attributes (+2 Charisma, +1 to two other abilities) just note them down elsewhere for now, because you'll add that to your stats later.

https://www.dndbeyond.com/races/20-half-elf#Half-ElfTraits

sly shale
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Yeah im on dndbeyond right now

solemn light
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You don't need to note everything down. Like for Darkvision you might just want to put 'Darkvision 60ft'. If you needed to know exactly how darkvision works later, you can just look it up.

sly shale
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Alright

smoky adder
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Getting your ability scores is probably the next important step, if you haven’t done that yet.

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?tag new abilities

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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.

sly shale
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So should i hold out until i join a group or should i choose standard array now

solemn light
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Yeah, they're a big step. They're at step 3 in character creation, because your class tells you what stats you might want to prioritise. For Sorceror Charisma, Constitution and Dexterity can be important, especially Charisma.

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You can always use standard array for now and make a practice PC.

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You'll like be able to use this idea for an actual group, and if they want different stat generation, it's not that hard to change them.

sly shale
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I chose for my proficiencies deception and insight what does that do

solemn light
sly shale
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Oh ok so im guessing deception can be used for tricking people to do something that benefits us?

solemn light
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Can be yep. A lot of this game is RP, so it's also how creative you can get with skills and talking with your DM about your goals and what skill they think is appropriate to use if any.

sly shale
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Ah ok

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Im going to hold out on doing my score rolls until i join a party i think anything else i need to do afterwards?

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Oh wait i see them description and equipment

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What are these options for the characters background? Acolyte, Criminal/spy, Folk hero, Haunted one, Noble, Sage and soldier?

solemn light
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You might want to use standard array anyway for now, just so you have stats you can use to figure out things that will come up like Dexterity affects AC, Consitution affects HP so on

sly shale
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Oh ok

solemn light
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For backgrounds you can look through them for one that suits your PC.
In general a background gives you: Two skill proficiencies, and two tool/language proficiencies, and a minor feature.
You can make your own and choose the proficiencies that fit, but for the feature you'll need to talk with your DM or borrow one from another official background that fits.

sly shale
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I might go for one of the official ones as its my first time

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How can i see what they all do

keen spruce
sly shale
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Ty

solemn light
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Also if you choose one in the character creator, it should show what that background gives you below

sly shale
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Yeah it does

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But whats the d8 personality trait, d6 ideal and d6 bond stuff below acolyte

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Would i roll and choose whatever number it gives me

solemn light
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Those are personality traits. You can roll and take what ever you get, or you can make your own. They're to help RP and so your DM can get a quick idea of your character from their sheet.

sly shale
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Oh alr ty i’ll do that now

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I did it but where can i see what i got on dndbeyond

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I pressed randomise and it showed for a second what it rolled but i cant seem to find where its written

keen spruce
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it'll be in the Description section

sly shale
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What do i put in faith theres nothing to choose do i make up a name for a faith?

keen spruce
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talk to your DM about what faiths there are in their game/setting

smoky adder
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That's probably one best discussed with your DM.

sly shale
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Ok so i skip that part

smoky adder
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But if you've got a vague idea, like "sun god", you could make note of it there for now.

sly shale
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Alright thank you guys

brave marlin
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Hello there everyone! Just curious if any of the veteran DMs out there could point me to a podcast or video where it discusses a broad range of topics relating to your early stages as a DM.

I have watched a few people on YouTube, and DM Lair was fairly helpful, Luke makes very good videos, but I’m looking for something less formal and structured. I don’t need a PP presentation, just casual conversation or someone talking to the camera and not reading a script or prompt.

Anyone have any podcast episodes they might recommend? Thanks!
-Turalus

fallen surge
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hmmm... The Dungeon Dudes youtube channel sounds like it might be something you'd be interested in.

cobalt frigate
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There are D&D Youtubers, such as Matt Colville, Sly Flourish, The DM Lair, Dungeon Dudes, Dungeon Craft, How to be a Great GM, Nerdarchy, Web DM, XP to Level 3, WASD20, Seth Skorkowsky, Esper the Bard, How to RPG, Zee Bashew, Don't Stop Thinking, Icarus Games, Runehammer, Zipperon Disney, and MonarchsFactory, who give advice on DMing and playing.

brave marlin
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lyric fjord
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im trying to get into dnd... can someone help me out? lol

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im like.. brand new

smoky adder
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Welcome!

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There's some good links here to get you rolling:

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vapid umbra
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Welcome!

smoky adder
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But did you have any specific questions?

vapid umbra
lyric fjord
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none specific. My counselor said he plays and a good chunk of my friends play so I was interested and wanted to learn more

lyric fjord
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eep the links are all so much- can someone dumb it down for me ;w;

smoky adder
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At it's simplest, D&D is just you and your friends telling a story together.

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Most of you control only a single character in that story.

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One of you, the Dungeon Master (DM) controls the world, events, creatures, and challenges those characters meet.

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The rules for D&D and the rolls of the dice help give shape to that story.

fallen surge
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The absolutely most basic explanation is: The DM describes the world and the situation your characters are in. Then you describe what you would like to do. Then your DM describes how that action affects the world. If there is a chance your action might fail, the DM will decide how difficult that task is, and assign it a "Difficulty Class" (DC) which is a number from 1 to 30. You roll a d20, and add your skill modifier to that number. If you roll equal to or greater than that DC number you succeed. If you roll below it, you fail. Then the DM describes how that success or failure impacts the world, and you do it all again

There are more complicated rules for combat, but if you understand this high level concept, you will understand most of the game

lyric fjord
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that makes a lot more sense now

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tysm both of you

smoky adder
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It's like 5-10 minutes long, and specifically designed for beginners.

gritty gazelle
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Should I play DND if I don't have a consistent schedule or will that be a hindrance to the fun of the group?

smoky adder
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Depends on the group.

vapid umbra
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I think that depends on how consistent the group is

smoky adder
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If you need a more flexible schedule, there's definitely options.

vapid umbra
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I mean you can ask them.

smoky adder
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One-Shots are stories completed in a single session; no need to schedule a follow-up.

gritty gazelle
prisma hazel
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I recommend looking into one-shots. There are several groups I know that only meet for that, and theres less worry about consistent schedules

gritty gazelle
vapid umbra
smoky adder
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Play-by-post is a text-only game where you just check in once or twice a day and contribute however you're able. They're slower, but a minimal time commitment.

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West Marches are community games with a large number of players and DMs all working together. Any subset of the group can schedule a session whenever they like. If you can't make it to a session, you're not holding anyone up.

gritty gazelle
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These are great sounding options! I was worried to start playing because of that

prisma hazel
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It's a valid worry! But there's always a way

smoky adder
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Adventurer's League is a set of rules that let you take your character from one game to another, so if you play a session or two, you can still carry what you've earned into the next game, wherever or whenever or whoever that's with.

gritty gazelle
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Okay thank you guys!

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I'll read the books and make my character tomorrowToothFairyHeart

shrewd spoke
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is it silly of me to be so anxious about joining a game with strangers? I really want to play so bad but meeting new people on call makes me nervous, like I reallllyyy want to play but my anxiety is getting the best of me and is stopping me from doing anything about playing

cobalt frigate
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D&D is a social game so no it's not unusual to be anxious/nervous meeting strangers to play with.

still temple
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Can we play dnd wthout AC

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AC is boring stuff

cobalt frigate
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No.

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If you want to automatically hit there are other TTRPGs.

still temple
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Can you tell me what Can i play

cobalt frigate
still temple
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How Can i understand the AC then

smoky adder
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When someone tries to attack you, they make an attack roll.

cobalt frigate
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Did you read the free Basic Rules?

smoky adder
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If the total of that roll equals or exceeds your Armor Class, they hit.

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If it's less, they miss.

humble cradle
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there are systems made to be played without to-hit rolls
dnd isnt it

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dnd is balanced around AC

still temple
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Ok

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I understood

haughty sky
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Hey guys kinda a dumb question. I am playing wizard for the first time and I am messing around with the sheet on DNDbeyond and I noticed that I am able to add in an unlimited amount of leveled spells to my spell book. Is this intended or am I only meant to take a certain amount and get more from scrolls later? I understand that I can only prepare a certain amount obviously but I am still confused regardless. My character is level 3.

plucky ridge
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You can only learn a limited amount of spells at level 1 and then 2 per level after that. You can add spells to your spellbook though so have the option to add them to your sheet.

slow hawk
fallen surge
haughty sky
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Got it thanks

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This is what happens when a martial main tries to become a spell caster lmao

plucky ridge
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It can be confusing at the beginning yea 🙂 but super fun as you go!

fallen surge
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TBF, this is exclusively a wizard thing. No other class has to both learn and prepare spells

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its always either one or the other

haughty sky
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I noticed that I’m just trying to get over the learning curve before the campaign starts in a few weeks

plucky ridge
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If you have any more questions feel free to ask

dusty marten
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heyy how do i find a group to join=

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cobalt frigate
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#dnd-discussion maybe a better place to ask. This channel is to help new players to the game.

spice minnow
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Hey so I have a question but it isn’t necessarily about classes/races or anything like that, I’m just wondering if during a game you can ask about something if you’re confused? That may be a silly question, I’m new and I haven’t had any experience playing yet

edgy saffron
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I mean it’d be kinda weird if you weren’t able to ask wouldn’t it?

cobalt frigate
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If the DM knows that you're new the game then they should be okay with you asking for clarification.

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However, learn as much of the fundamental rules of the game so you won't be constantly pausing the game to ask "How does X work?"

ocean lava
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can anyone teach me how to play dnd

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ahh yes I understand, I have been researching + getting down the basics as much as I can, just wondering more about specific questions I may have, thank you for helping me out!!

ocean lava
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can anyone show me how to play dnd

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cobalt frigate
# ocean lava can anyone show me how to play dnd

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.

ocean lava
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i nned someone to show i learn better that way

cobalt frigate
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There are no one-on-one tutorials because it's not viable since there are dozens of new people joining the server every day.

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Again, read the rules or watch the tutorial videos at your own pace.

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covert leaf
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hi, am stupid new and have no idea where to even start.... but i think its time i learned.... anyone willing to show me a lil somn?

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simple creek
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Hey there! I'm still relatively new to DnD, but I've played a few games and would love to either play or try dm'ing for the first time! Any advice for either one is much appreciated as well

pastel ravine
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do sharp edge dice get dull at all or do they stay pretty nice

cobalt frigate
simple creek
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Will do! I'm still kinda finding my way through the server

icy sail
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Hello there! 👋☺️ I'm a newcomer here and I've been wanting to learn how to play DnD for a very long time now.

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fallen surge
icy sail
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Thank you so much Colossus!

fallen surge
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My pleasure

grizzled bear
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Hey guys ❤️ I'm a new player looking for a group of people to get on call with and play ! ^^ Don't hesitate to DM me!

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tawny field
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How do rolls work in say.. something like an athletics check to climb over a fence. Like there’s no stakes for failing, what stops you from rolling it over and over until you pass?

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Just an example of something having no stakes do you can roll it multiple times if you fail

cobalt frigate
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The DM calls for the appropriate roll if they deem it necessary.

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Something simple as climbing over the fence wouldn't normally call for a roll. It may be considered difficult terrain though.

echo kelp
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The DM decides what the Difficulty Challenge (DC) rating is, asks for a dice roll using a specific skill or attribute. Player rolls and tells the DM what they got (after adding bonuses and modifiers). If it meets or beats the DC, the player's character succeeds. If they don't meet the DC, the character fails to accomplish <thing>.

tawny field
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If it does have stakes or like a punishment for failing

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That’s when you call for a roll?

smoky adder
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Yeah

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If it’s so trivially easy there’s no risk of failure, or so wildly difficult there’s no chance of success, there’s no point in rolling.

lyric fjord
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@cobalt frigate wsg

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I finally finished reading all that

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Got the handbook

sinful void
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high, I am not new to D&D but I’m new to this server, I was hoping to ask if there is anyone accepting new player for there D&D campaigns? 🙂

cobalt frigate
sinful void
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thank you 🙏🏽

humble cradle
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just say it happens

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not everything needs a roll

glass summit
sinful void
glass summit
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Very fair, I know the feeling
You could also look on roll20, and the various facebook pages/subreddits dedicated to getting online groups together
The more lines you cast the faster you'll likely find a game

sinful void
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Awesome Thank you 🙏🏽 I will look at those too, I will also look here because it looks like a lot of people are looking for players 😁

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I’m honestly excited, I have not played D&D in a year 1/2 I think so I hope to find some fun peeps

agile valley
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hello friends, i played baldurs gate 3 and wanted to know what actuall d&D was like, is there anyone who would accept a new player for a campain?

ruby perch
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Im looking for some people to play with too! Haven't actually played before but I've "DM" before.

slow hawk
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rocky escarp
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I'm looking for a DND group

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rocky escarp
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To play with

glass summit
rocky escarp
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Online

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I live in cst

glass summit
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You can check out hte #find-a-game channel on this discord
I would also suggest looking on the game postings on Roll20, along with the various facebook pages and subreddits dedicated to getting players together

rocky escarp
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Wha

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Answer

lyric fjord
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@rocky escarp if my friend doesn't join this Saturday we could use another player

glass summit
rocky escarp
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Mentally no physically no spiritually no

lyric fjord
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Same bro

fallen surge
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This channel is not for organizing and coordinating games. If you are looking to join a campaign, follow the instructions in #find-a-game to post and browse postings in the appropriate channels

rocky escarp
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See I tried to type in there but it deleted my text

lyric fjord
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You have to type in a thread

rocky escarp
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Ohhhh

glass summit
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read through the pinned posts in that channel and hopefully it'll make more sense

rocky escarp
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I'm new to the discord

lyric fjord
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It's okay

rocky escarp
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Soooo how do I join a game

echo kelp
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Okay folks - do not solicit or try and organize games in the discussion channels. Read #find-a-game to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels

rocky escarp
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How do I do find a game

echo kelp
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That's the start of it.

gusty obsidian
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do you need the books to start playing the game?

echo kelp
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No - you could start playing D&D with just the free basic rules (see pinned message), some dice, and some friends.

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The books just add additional rules and character options folks can use.

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But the core game mechanics and the base classes (excepting the artificer class) are all available in the free basic rules.

gusty obsidian
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I just submitted the request (looking-for-dm). Is that the first step?

echo kelp
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That creates a post that tells folks that you are looking for a DM (or D&D game) to play with. You could also look through #looking-for-players to see DMs/groups actively looking for players to join their game. Direct message them or post that you're interested in their thread. And we also have #looking-for-community - that's other D&D servers looking for people to join and play D&D with them. And then there's #paid-looking-for-game where you can pay a DM to run a game/campaign for you.

hollow star
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new here, is there a dnd maps channel?

smoky adder
hollow star
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thank you!

smoky adder
stark heath
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Just hoping for someone to possibly dm me rules and guidelines and how to plays for dnd? Fairly new I just find the concept interesting and searching for a way to dive into it without ruining a session with constant nagging and questions.

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stark heath
supple stag
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Hi

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How do I find a game to join?

true musk
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Welcome to the hobby dndCheers

For in person games you can:

  • Visit tabletop game shops
  • Visit local conventions
  • Visit your local libraries
  • Visit your school
    As these tend to host opportunities to play in person.

Online options in this server:

  • You can follow the instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to make a post in #750812887697588356 .
  • Reach out to people in #looking-for-players as those are posting by DMs looking for players.
  • Extra tip: Elaborate what you bring to the table, details that help a DM determine their compatibility with a player can make a difference.
  • Check out #looking-for-community as responses to postings will point you to communities that host dnd games.
  • Learn about D&D's official community campaign called Adventures League in #adventurers-league
  • Then check out #1050206572535623690as you can find al events you can participate in.

Other options

You can also search on the Looking for Group forums page of warhorn, roll20, dndbeyond, the website called startplaying, and dnd focused discord servers.

supple stag
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Tysm

chrome reef
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I been interested in D&D for a few years now . My issue is I don’t really have certain days off so it’s nearly impossible to play with the same people . Is it possible to play D&D with random players online ?

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chrome reef
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Thank u so much . This is a great start

true musk
chrome reef
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Im building a character and a few things in the character builder don’t really explain how they are used in adventures . What are Proficiencies used for in your adventures ?

topaz garnet
# chrome reef Im building a character and a few things in the character builder don’t really e...

proficiency in weapons lets you add your proficiency bonus (PB) to attack rolls (not damage) with them, making you more accurate with them.
proficiency in skills lets you add your PB to an ability check that uses that skill (such as a Strength (Athletics) check), making you more suited for those tasks and checks of ability.
proficiency in saving throws lets you add your PB to those saves, meaning you're more likely to succeed.
proficiency in armor lets you wear that armor without a myriad of penalties.

chrome reef
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Thank you

topaz garnet
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The long and short is, bigger number is better, adding more number is better. Except for armor which is just checking for "yes penalties" or "no penalties"
Of course, attacks and saves are very combat, but ability checks are the bread and butter of otherwise interacting with the world when the interaction has potential to go good or bad.

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And to explain ability checks and ones that look like ability (skill) check
it's like a thumbs-and-fingers situation. All thumbs are fingers, reverse isn't true. A Strength (Athletics) check is always a strength check with a bonus if you're proficient in athletics, but it's still counted as a bog standard Strength check, just that this one uses a skill proficiency too.

chrome reef
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So how would a History proficiency be used . Is it like Prior knowledge of things

topaz garnet
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That's usually for Intelligence (History) checks - basically a DM checking for something like...
if your character knows a thing about this ancient kingdom having had a custom for doing magic rune dances on weekends and that's the reason why this scene with runes and confetti is in this lost ruin.

chrome reef
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Ok perfect. thanks for all of the help

topaz garnet
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And as exampled, if you have anything applying to intelligence checks in general, or ability checks in general, that could also apply to this.

neon verge
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Hello

chrome reef
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So in general it could be highly useful to have someone with a History proficiency on your adventure if they know how to use it

neon verge
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I literally have no idea of what I’m doing

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Can someone explain the basics to me please

crude musk
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Have you tried giving the basic rules a read?

neon verge
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No but that’s a good idea bro

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Thanks

cloud breach
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do that, they are free

glad olive
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Just learned vicious mockery from the party bard can’t wait to test it

lament dawn
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Hi guys I’m just wondering what all I would need (website wise) for a game when I do decide to try and find one once I create my character.

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solemn light
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Dndbeyond, linked above has the free basic rules and a character maker if you're interested.

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For playing, dndbeyond does have Maps now, but there are other VTTs (Virtual Table Tops) players use, so it depends on the one the DM/group you play with use.

lament dawn
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So the dm will generally sort me out?

solemn light
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The group you join often will yes, or at least discuss together what sites they're using when playing online.
Always a good idea to have some grasp of the combat rules before joining a game, and you can make practice PCs by yourself, but much is dependent on what the DM decides (like what options are allowed, what platform to use, how Stats are generated) and you'll learn as you play best.

lament dawn
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Been a longtime listener of podcasts and lets plays and decided tonight to try and take the first step in trying to find a game. Appreciate you.

gritty gazelle
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Okay so I managed to get a group but now im most likely dming! Is there anything I have to take note of? I can't find too much help for dming as an absolute beginner at dnd

solemn light
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#dm-discussion can help, and if running a prewritten adventure (which can really help as a new DM) there are #1029833015423143957 to discuss that particular adventure with others who have played and ran it.

gritty gazelle
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Okay thank you 🙂

frozen rampart
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Hello, I've never played DnD and would love to join in to somenes session to just listen in.

modern lance
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helloo

echo kelp
echo kelp
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If you're new to D&D, check the pinned messages here in the channel - they have useful links and resources to help get you started.

modern lance
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Thankyou 😁

crude musk
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@cobalt ingot Read the below message on getting started

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cobalt ingot
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Thanks

upper abyss
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Hello

cloud breach
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hi

upper abyss
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Hey how's it going

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I have a question and I've been roaming through forums looking for an answer

cloud breach
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whats the question

cloud breach
upper abyss
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moon druids avrae

upper abyss
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I've never done dnd and seems like I picked a very complicated class

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To start with

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So the question, how do you set the command to wild shape into an specific beast

alpine trout
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Heyoooo

upper abyss
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Hi

alpine trout
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What’s up?

fallen surge
smoky adder
upper abyss
fallen surge
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Gotcha. Well, idk anything about AVRAE, so hopefully the people in the other channel will be able to help

upper abyss
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Thanks tho! For taking an interest

fathom adder
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Heyyyyo

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i am new to dnd but just got my first sesh going and now i am addited xD

solemn umbra
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congrats!

solid mulch
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Hiya, im new to DnD. I played a tiny bit back in school but that was a long time ago. Could someone just help with the basics? ❤️

fathom adder
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i have a cool idea for a Dnd with my Clock work Bard ;3

solemn umbra
solid mulch
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thanks

fathom adder
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where can i show the art and if Ai art is ok /

smoky adder
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We've got a few different art channels, but I'm afraid AI art is not permitted.

fathom adder
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ok thought i asked ;p

smoky adder
carmine gyro
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i wanr be SILLY in a game but i cant find one in the find a game channel

crude musk
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Find one what? A silly game?

carmine gyro
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yea

carmine gyro
crude musk
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D&D is a big time investment and often requires a lot of effort to be put in to get things going. Silliness often derails things so that's why DMs might avoid that tone

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Why is it you want a 'silly' game?

carmine gyro
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cause im er. newish to it

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BUT i am good at finding the most bs thing to ever exist to a problem

crude musk
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Being new doesn't mean you can't take the game "seriously"

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Although I'm not sure what you mean by that second commend

lyric fjord
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DND isn’t like a video game where there’s casual and ranked

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You just kinda do it

carmine gyro
crude musk
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Maybe you should clarify what you mean by 'serious/silly'?

lyric fjord
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Just do 1 shots until youre comfortable

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@Davyd

carmine gyro
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basically

crude musk
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Being random?

carmine gyro
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.sure yea like that obv theres a bit of a story but yea like what attacks i can do like that

crude musk
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Are you talking about taking the rules seriously or the world seriously?

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Because those are two very different things

carmine gyro
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like i could spin a hammer at the melting point of iron

carmine gyro
smoky adder
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A group that takes the rules seriously probably won't let you do that with a hammer, unless you have a rule that gives you that ability.

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Generally speaking, the rules specify what your character can do.

carmine gyro
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so yea not seriously

crude musk
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D&D is a game where the rules generally matter because it's what gives the game structure and keeps things fair

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There are systems that are a bit more rules-loose though

smoky adder
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^ By which he means games other than D&D.

carmine gyro
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the dm could possibly decide if what i do is fair

smoky adder
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Indeed they could.

crude musk
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That's a lot of work to do on the fly, hence why DMs use the rules

carmine gyro
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like obv if i spin my hammer at the melting point of iron it wouldnt fly into the boss instantly killing it

smoky adder
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My general advice while you're looking would be to have this conversation with each group up front. Be as clear as you can about what you are or aren't looking for in a game so you can find the right match.

carmine gyro
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so i should look for a game, be clear about my intentions and see if its a good match?

crude musk
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You've come to a D&D server; D&D is a set of rules as much as anything so it stands to reason the people you find promoting their games here are going to want to use those rules

carmine gyro
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oh

crude musk
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D&D isn't another word for roleplaying

smoky adder
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That's not to say that a "serious" game doesn't have room for creative thinking, though.

cobalt frigate
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In D&D you can ask try something but don't expect the DMs to say it will happen.
PC: "I want to spin my hammer at the melting point of iron."
DM: "You can try but it won't happen."

smoky adder
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But usually that takes the form of finding clever uses for the abilities your character has, not inventing abilities on the fly.

carmine gyro
smoky adder
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Does your character have an ability that lets them summon spongebob?

carmine gyro
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what if im just a summoner

crude musk
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Have you actually taken a look at the basic rules?

carmine gyro
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mmm…..

smoky adder
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Usually anything that lets you summon another creature will specify which types of creatures you can summon and how those creatures work.

crude musk
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D&D fifth edition doesn't have "just a summoner"

cobalt frigate
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There are rules to even what the spells do. Spells do only what their spell description say can (or cannot) do.

solid mulch
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Im trying to download DnD online but it says the game is down

crude musk
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This server isn't for D&D Online

smoky adder
haughty stirrup
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Can my d&d character of the reborn lineage have different colored skin in some parts of their skin?

crude musk
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Generally speaking flavour is free. This means that how you describe your character is entirely up to you

haughty stirrup
crude musk
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But always check with your DM to ensure your description fits the game world

haughty stirrup
modern anchor
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Do you need to buy something to play dnd online and if so what? (or is that just extra things?)

smoky adder
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D&D is one of those hobbies where you can spend as much or as little as you like.

fair talon
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Hello everyone

smoky adder
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You could play for years, online or off, without spending a dime.

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This article covers some of the popular options for playing online:

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?tag new online

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modern anchor
lapis pivot
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If somebody has high enough modifiers, wouldn’t they be able to pass any DC? What’s the point of having them roll then

crude musk
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You wouldn't

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If there's no possible chance of failure or success in any form, the DM in theory shouldn't call for a roll

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So for example, if a lock requires a DC 10 dexterity check made with thieves tools and the rogue has a total modifier of +10 for thieves tools, the DM might just say "you succeed" without calling for a roll

lapis pivot
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Ohhh okay

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That doesn’t seem very interesting gameplay wise

crude musk
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¯_(ツ)_/¯

cobalt frigate
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5E D&D has "bounded accuracy" where the profiency bonus only increases about every four or five character levels. Also, 5E avoids modifier stacks prevalent in older editions but instead relies more on advantage/disadvantage.

timid locust
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That's why adventures set for high level characters tend to have more difficult challenges. A level 15 Rogue might have no problem breaking into a person's house via a DC10 lock, but high level adventures tend to have high level stakes. The lock to the Archdevil's mansion might have a DC of 25, for example, so the same Rogue still has a chance of failure.

cobalt frigate
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Ability Checks DC
Task Difficulty DC
Very easy 5
Easy 10
Medium 15
Hard 20
Very hard 25
Nearly impossible 30

lapis pivot
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Alright, thank you. I’m really new so I don’t know a lot about running higher level campaigns

timid locust
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Starting off, it's extremely unlikely a Rogue would have over a +7 to picking locks at level 1.

cobalt frigate
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If you're new to D&D don't worry about high level stuff for now.

lapis pivot
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Yeah, just a little epiphany I had lol

jade nova
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You can pick expertise with thieves tools, and then have. 16 dex

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But most people would rather the second skill proficiency

silver cliff
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Where do I submit my looking for dm

harsh fjord
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Any channel where you have permission to type.

unkempt sorrel
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Hi

glad warren
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Hey I have a question

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I am trying cleric for the first time and I don’t know which spells I can have and which are off limits. I typed cleric generic spells but it gave me all of them

true shard
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a cleric is a prepared spell caster

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so it can prepare any spells it has access to according to their cleric level

glad warren
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So if I’m in the trickery domain and I want to cast a light domain spell, I can?

true shard
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so if that spell from the trickery domain was on the cleric spell list sure but if it isnt then you do not have access to it

glad warren
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Okay, is there a cleric spell list that I can trust only has the spells available to me?

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I get mixed ones online

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I am level 7 by the way

cobalt frigate
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As a cleric you have access to all cleric spells (for the appropriate spell level)

true shard
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just the base cleric spell list

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just use the base cleric spell list and then refer to your subclass for your free domain spells

glad warren
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Okay where’s this mysterious list

keen spruce
cobalt frigate
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Domain spells may include spells that are normally from other classes.

glad warren
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Yayyyy

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So all these are up for grabs as a tricketer cleric

true shard
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yes potentially

glad warren
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yes according to legal

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Level lol

true shard
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clerics all have the same spell list

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its just the domain spells are added on top

glad warren
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Okay. As long as the special domain spells aren’t in that list we’re good

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I have those down I just needed to know which I could have that are general spells and which are off limits to my domain

keen spruce
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your Domain grants you spells, it doesn't prevent you from taking spells

slow hawk
pallid dome
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Hi everyone. I wanna start the adventures of my level one Vulpin Bloodhunter. Does anyone have any space available? My work schedule changes so I have to do text.

slow hawk
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# pallid dome Hi everyone. I wanna start the adventures of my level one Vulpin Bloodhunter. Do...

The style of play you want is often called play-by-post. That term might help you in searching this server's ads. But you can also find that sort of game elsewhere.

Besides the D&D Beyond forums, you can do play-by-post on sites like Role Gate, Gamers Plane, RPG Crossing, and Reddit’s r/pbp.

Other options include Myth Weavers, No Goblins Allowed, Ongoing Worlds, RolePlay onLine, Roleplayer Guild, Tavern Keeper, and The Tangled Web.

pallid dome
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Oh okay thank you.

quasi nimbus
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How do I join a game

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dull thunder
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Hi, im starting to get into dnd, and have a question. If you have a player in your campaign who is playing as a druid, and wild shapes, can you ride the druids wild shape?

harsh fjord
slow hawk
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there are specific rules for using mounts, which involve the size of the rider and mount, and also the anatomy of the mount

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scarlet crag
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@steel matrix

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cobalt frigate
slow hawk
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They are a playable race

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Stats published in Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

real zephyr
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Can I play on a discord server? Or do i need friends

slow hawk
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Dnd merely requires a way to effectively communicate with the other people. Discord is one path.

harsh fjord
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D&D is designed to be played with people—doesn't matter if they're friends or strangers.

true shard
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the idea is that you make friends

topaz garnet
raven juniper
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Hey, I'm a newcomer, I have basic ideas for a character but I don't really know how to get started, could someone please help me out?

glass summit
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Yeah, would love to help
First tho, have you given the first few chapters of the PHB a go at reading to get a general idea?

raven juniper
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I have read the first few chapters so I have a general idea, yes

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But like- im not sure if im doing it right, y'know?

glass summit
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For sure, what part are you haviing troubles with?

raven juniper
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Rolling for stats, and making a backstory. I know certain races and certain classes give certain boosts for certain traits but I cant really find a clear answer onto what amplifies what

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and as for backstory, I don't know enough lore so I don't know if what i have in mind would work

main fulcrum
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Some of that is going to depend on whatever game you're playing

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Since a DM might have specific lore for their world/campaign

raven juniper
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Okay, understandable

slow hawk
raven juniper
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Really? I mustve missed it

glass summit
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Yeah that can definitely make writing a backstory that really fits into a particular setting difficult. For your first backstory, using placeholder names and broad ideas can work well. That way when you find a campaign to join you can change the name of that village, or that major NPC with ones your DM knows exists to get that "fits into the world" feeling

main fulcrum
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I'd also recommend using Point Buy or the Standard Array rather than rolling if building characters for practice. Most DMs wouldn't let you come into a game with pre-rolled stats

glass summit
slow hawk
raven juniper
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Okay, I'll reread it, but also for the pre-rolled stats, what is 'Point Buy' and what is 'Standard Array' im sorry if these are obvious questions, but my brain is slow from homework

slow hawk
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ad for the backstory, it is a collaboration between you and the DM who dictates the world setting

Bear in mind the main goals of a backstory: to provide a reason to adventure

main fulcrum
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Point Buy is a method of picking stats where each number has a specific value and you can add up to a total of 27

cobalt frigate
main fulcrum
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And the Standard Array is one possible outcome of that method

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The rules go over the details ^

slow hawk
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It does not need to be long, it doesnt even need to be a narrative. Personally, some bullet points in an outline is preferable

Focus on:
Why is your character joining a party to adventure

What do you want? What is important

What are you afraid of?

How do you interact with other people?

What are your flaws

raven juniper
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Thank you all so much 🙂 I honestly wasn't expecting anyone to see my messages until like 3AM so i really appreciate you for helping me

main fulcrum
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I'm a big fan of short backstories that mostly give me an understanding of what matters to my character and why they're adventuring

slow hawk
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Some people spend alot of time writing a novel, but at the core this is unnecessary

main fulcrum
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I played an entire in depth Rime campaign off the minimal backstory motivation of "he really likes to fish"

raven juniper
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Interesting, can I tell you the concept I have for my character? Should we go to the character discussion channel so we're not talking about it in the wrong place?

slow hawk
raven juniper
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I put it in that channel 🙂

scarlet halo
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I’m just getting into dnd and need help creating a character sheet

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Can anybody help

cobalt frigate
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Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

scarlet halo
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No where can I find that

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

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "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
thorny goblet
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wassup 😼

smoky adder
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Welcome!

thorny goblet
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i need some help getting started if you dont mind

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ive been recommended to try dnd by a bunch of different people but im just not too sure how i start this

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What is D&D?
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Where do I start?
cobalt frigate
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Read the free Basic Rules (at least the first four chapters on character creation).

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "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.

supple stag
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Hello

thorny goblet
supple stag
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Ok, I think I understand a lot of it

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How do I find a campaign suitable for me?

smoky adder
supple stag
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Is there anywhere else to look?

smoky adder
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Oh, tons 😅

supple stag
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Which ones are most accesable and understandable?

smoky adder
supple stag
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I can't find many good ones here

smoky adder
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A few general tips, though:

  • Be patient. Finding a game can take time; finding the right game can take longer still.
  • Be proactive. Start replying to others instead of waiting for them to reply to you.
  • Be diligent. New games are posted all the time! The more often you look and the more places you look, the more likely you'll find what you're after.
  • Be open. Communicate your expectations up front. The more clearly you let people know what you do (and don't) want from your game, the easier it will be to find the right match.
supple stag
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Oh, ok, thank you

winged owl
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Do most people use the fae races cause i wanna make a haragon but don't wanna get rejected from games because I'm using a non vanilla race

slow hawk
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DM dependent

winged owl
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Yea sounds about right

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Also is that the right term vanilla races?

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Starter races idk lol

slow hawk
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That is not a real term

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it may be used informally in some circles but it is neither official nor common

honest vigil
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hey all, im completely new to dnd and my friends whos pretty wellversed wanted to start a new campaign witch a bunch a newbies to see who wants to get into the game! im really excited to start but I have very vague idea where to start and am struggling to find resources thatll help me fill out my character sheet for my character. could someone point me in some directions? thanks :)

smoky adder
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Welcome! There’s some good links here to get you started:

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#
What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
smoky adder
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Have you started your character sheet already? What kind of character did you have in mind?

spare pike
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Hello 👋 I'm new to dnd I'm currently filling out my character sheet for a dnd club I'm in and I could use a bit of help

slow hawk
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See above, bot post has many starting materials

honest vigil
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its basically blank

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and the character I had in mind was a monk

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my friend said i should have some sort of gimmick with the character to spice my guy up

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so i made him blind 😭

honest vigil
slow hawk
honest vigil
slow hawk
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Ok

forest nest
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i would probably avoid any mechanics related gimmicks tbh. this game is already confusing enough for new people as is

winged owl
forest nest
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oh for sure, fun as hell

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but for a new player, thats gonna cause all kinds of issues ontop of just .... not knowing the bazillion regular rules,

winged owl
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Oh yes

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Forgot this was the newcomers chat

forest nest
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im learning that any minor tweek to something seemingly not that big a deal can actually be a pretty big deal lol. like, if you are blind. you might actually need to be rolling at a disadvantage .... for practically everything?

winged owl
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Oh good God that reminds me I did a angel that got stronger when putting on a blindfold

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Extreamly funny when I hit

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WHEN

forest nest
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onto of just not being able to do a ton of stuff at all. i assume any kind of searching is just off the table

silent bronze
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Hello how are you all doing, I'm new to dnd, and I'm not sure how it goes other than it's a role-playing game and there is a d20 dice :3

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

silent bronze
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Thank u

lyric fjord
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guys i just started should i make a character sheet with the website or pencil and paper

celest cedar
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My experience is that it depends on the party/dm you’re with

lyric fjord
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i dont have anyone to play with yet

lost bramble
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Then just make one online for now

celest cedar
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Online

lyric fjord
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like i just started like this little quest to play dnd like 15 mins ago and i have NO money and NO clue what to do 💔

lost bramble
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You need to have patience

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DND is not a "hop in and play" game. It takes time and preparation.

lyric fjord
celest cedar
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D&D Beyond Character Maker keeps tracks any modifiers and is very intuitive. Even has digitial dice rolling if you don’t want to/can’t get dice

lyric fjord
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oh ok good cuz i have no dollars

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is it okay that im on phone i dont have a computer

celest cedar
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Yeah. Their website is mobile friendly.

lyric fjord
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yay 😜

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should i wait to find a group before i make a character

celest cedar
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I’d say make a character or two so you can get an understanding of all the aspects that make a character. But always reach out to your DM to get the vibe of a campaign. You don’t want to be a wannabe Sherlock Holmes in the middle of World War I if you catch my drift

ashen zinc
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What about an uncle Iroh in world war 1

lyric fjord
celest cedar
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There is a time and place for every character. At the end of the day, D&D is about being the character YOU make. It’s okay to take advice now and then but don’t let some hateful dice goblin on the other side of the table tell you every breath you should take @lyric fjord

celest cedar
ashen zinc
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So does that mean he can take the entire German front

lyric fjord
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i messaged a guy looking for players in his game

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so maybe i can play 💯

ashen zinc
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That’s good

celest cedar
ashen zinc
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Ok

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If I make an Iroh character can I gust carry a tea kit with me and just have tea at any random time

slow hawk
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Ask your dm if this roleplaying flavor is ok

ashen zinc
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Ok we haven’t started the campaign yet but I will ask if it’s fine

celest cedar
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I mean, if he has mage hand via a bars

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Bard*

static laurel
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Hello!

compact stirrup
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Ok hello everyone I’ve never played or made a dnd character it’s my first time

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How’s everyone’s day going

ashen zinc
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My days good what about yours

compact stirrup
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It’s been fine thanks for asking

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What’s dnd beyond

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Cause I got it and made a character but idk what to do now

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Wait my bad I shouldn’t be asking here haha 😅

ashen zinc
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I also gut got it yesterday but you would need to find a group to play with

compact stirrup
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Oh that’s not gonna happen people don’t like playing with me sadly and I have no idea how I’m gonna find people

ashen zinc
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Why don’t people like playing with you

cobalt frigate
crude musk
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@compact stirrup If you approach D&D with the attitude of "People don't like me and I'll never find a group", you never will find a group, but not because of anything to do with how people feel about you

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If you go into finding a game already defeated, you'll not get anywhere

compact stirrup
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I’m being a bit of a downer haha

ashen zinc
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Yeah he got a point

compact stirrup
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Yeah he does

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I’m going to try and work on that

ashen zinc
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That’s good

compact stirrup
pallid dome
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Why don't people like playing with you.

crude musk
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it has a combat tracker, dice log where you can share rolls, maps

reef mica
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hello ı have some thıng to ask

crude musk
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which is?

reef mica
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does vicious mockery needs a mınd to break

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to deal damege

crude musk
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The spell description explains how it works, including it's limitations

reef mica
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thanks

slim bone
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I’ve never played dnd but it seems interesting curious how to get into it or even start to learn

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

slim bone
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Thank you

timid jolt
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hi, im confuesed on how character hp works, my player is playing a dragonborn druid at 2nd level, how would he work out the hp for that? cos rn its at 9hp

lyric fjord
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Hello

viral pelican
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So a Level 2 character will be 8 + 2x Con + 1d8

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So if the character has a -1 or 0 in Con, it's entirely possible (though unfortunate) to get 9 hp.

viral pelican
sharp obsidian
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hi guys :)

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no clue how dnd works but i want to learn the basics

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

plucky ridge
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The above link and the pinned links have great information. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask!

sharp obsidian
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will do! don't expect me to get all of this all at once kek

timid locust
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Take your time! It's a lot of information, but you certainly don't need to memorize everything.

torn steppe
thorny osprey
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😏

copper cedar
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Excuse me, i have a question.
I finished making my character sheets, what do i do now ?

vapid umbra
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I would recommend you to read the Basic Rules. If you have already try finding a game under #find-a-game .

merry venture
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How do I make a character sheet?

copper cedar
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But i still don’t understand what is d(numbers) suppose to mean

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

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.

vapid umbra
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The Number infront of the d means how many dice you roll so 2d8 means you roll 2 8-sided dice

copper cedar
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thank you, im creating the character sheets from my phone and i have limited imagination with the background such as family relation etc, can i leave it as blanks or i should fill it ?

vapid umbra
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I think you can leave the specific ones open, as long as you have a general idea of your characters backstory and personality

cobalt frigate
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Until you have a DM, you don't need to fill out your backstory since you don't know the setting the character would be in.

copper cedar
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ahhh oki doki thank you, this is really helpful

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btw just finished the handbook, should i find a game now or is there something i need to learn before searching for a session ?

vapid umbra
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i think you should be ready to find a game

celest mortar
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often i think the best way to learn is to play :) you'll learn as you go along!

copper cedar
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thank you 😁

exotic remnantBOT
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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.)

timid vector
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Hey I am new I would like to learn how to play

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

vapid umbra
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Start by reading the Basic Rules (you can skip the parts where every race's stats are described) and then continue finding a game

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

I highly recommend you check out Critical Role's "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.

timid vector
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Thank you 😊

static laurel
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Hello there

olive quest
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hi

true musk
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Welcome dndCheers

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

The bot post above has everything you need to get started.
Try out the demo.

olive quest
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huh

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ive literally never played d&d before lol

thorny dew
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Hi

true musk
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Welcome dndCheers

glass summit
# olive quest ive literally *never* played d&d before lol

Yeah you're definitely not alone in that regard. It's just easier to help new players if you help yourself a little first by trying to get your head around the basic rules. They're linked in the bot post above and do a pretty decent job of getting the general idea of the game across

If you have any specific questions about anything you read feel free to ask whenever, lots of ppl here love to help

fierce heron
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hiiii im new Happy_owo_smol

olive quest
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same

smoky adder
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Welcome welcome!

pearl harbor
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so how do i play this game or like what's step 1 to learning this?

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

olive quest
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bot moment

pearl harbor
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bot clutched up

harsh fjord
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Users activate the bot; it's not automatic.

If you have specific questions, do ask, but you should try to work through those materials first!

pearl harbor
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so what makes dnd fun?

harsh fjord
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Hanging out with friends, helping to create a story, being creative with characters and choices, forgetting about the real world for a while in a fantasyland. Stuff like that.

glass summit
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The freedom of choice that you have as your character, to do whatever you want (within the limits of your characters ability). In the same way, it is fun because the limits of what is possible within the world, is only limited by the DM's and players imaginations

pearl harbor
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so it's like writing a story

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with others

harsh fjord
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Kind of? But you're all in the story too.

glass summit
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yes, very much so

pearl harbor
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oh ok

glass summit
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The DM is the narrator of the story, and controls all the side-characters and baddies. The players are writers too, but only control one (more fleshed out) character each

pearl harbor
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so is the time setting the same? like i can't just pull out a submachine gun?

untold flint
# pearl harbor so it's like writing a story

Very much so. It's collaborative storytelling, but the rules enforce some structure so it doesn't just turn into Calvinball where you can just decide you have ULTIMATE COSMIC POWER and smash the bad guys like bugs. Each player controls what their character says and does, and the Dungeon Master essentially controls everybody else. And instead of just saying "I do X", it's more like "I try to do X" and then the dice determine whether X actually happens or not.

harsh fjord
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D&D is usually medieval/Renaissance-era fantasy. But some folks set it in other time periods.

pearl harbor
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akimbo AA12's

untold flint
harsh fjord
untold flint
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After all, it's "Dungeons & Dragons", not "Monsters & Machine Guns" 🙂

glass summit
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I am currently playing in a magic-cyberpunk setting with a lot of firearms, cybernetics and armored vehicles. It is possible, but by the gods have we spent an unearthly amount of time making it work

pearl harbor
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what about muskets and cannons?

glass summit
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The Dungeon Master's Guide does have rules for both of those things, depends really one what your DM believes should exist in their setting

smoky adder
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There’s optional rules for them, but I don’t think they’re commonly used.

glass summit
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In the default "Forgotten Realms" setting, blackpowder doesn't exist because a god said so, so usually not

pearl harbor
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oh ok

exotic remnantBOT
#
What is D&D?
How does it work?
  • The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.
  • For bite-sized video explanations, check out Critical Role's Handbooker Helper series.
Where do I start?
true musk
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@hallow vigil The bot post above has plenty of resources to help you get started.

hallow vigil
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Ok.

tawny field
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do spells like inflict wound go through armor class

true musk
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No, since the spell requires the caster to make a melee spell attack.
Meaning you roll to determine if you successfully hit your target.
The number to meet or beat would be the target's Armor Class.

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To bypass a target's AC, you need to cast spells like Sacred Flame, which requires the target to make a saving throw against your Spell Save DC.

slow hawk
gleaming laurel
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Hi everyone, I just finished Baldur's Gate 3 and I really. want to get into DnD.

smoky adder
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Welcome!