dnd-newcomers

[burnt delta]

Yes, Plasmoids are a playable race (they're oozes)

[lyric fjord]

Ok thanks!

[cobalt frigate]

That's only if your DM allows them in their campaign setting. Plasmoid are from the Spelljammer campaign setting.

[urban urchin]

hey everyone, where do i start ??

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[plucky ridge]

Check out the post above to review the free basic rules. Once you have, feel free to ask questions!

[rigid crown]

What is really the difference between the type of magic a sorcerer, wizard and warlock can use?

[timid locust]

From a purely games-mechanics perspective, the only difference is what spells are on their spell lists and how their spellcasting features work.

A fireball cast by a sorcerer is the same kind of fireball cast by a Warlock or Wizard.

[fallow axle]

i wish i knew a dm trainer

[crude musk]

What do you mean by a "dm trainer"?

[cobalt frigate]

First of all have you read the free Basic Rules?

[carmine shuttle]

Arcane magic users:

• Artificers: Magic Engineers
• Bards: Use music/song to channel magic, generally to the benefit of their allies or detriment of their enemies.
• Sorcerers: Magic is an inborn trait that will manifest effects on either them or the world around them.
• Warlocks make a deal with a patron for power.
• Wizards spend years studying to learn how to control the forces in the world.

[tawny field]

How much damage do thrown weapons (that are not made to be thrown like daggers) do

Say an enemy is about dead and you throw your longsword at them for a cool finisher

[burnt delta]

you can treat it as an improvised weapon:

If a character uses a ranged weapon to make a melee attack, or throws a melee weapon that does not have the thrown property, it also deals 1d4 damage. An improvised thrown weapon has a normal range of 20 feet and a long range of 60 feet.

(emphasis mine)

To elaborate, you'd also add your dexterity modifier to the attack and damage roll, since it's a ranged weapon attack (oddly enough)

[tawny field]

I see

[brave raft]

Hi, how can I start a game of DnD in the beyond app? I already have my character created but I dont know what to do next

[timid locust]

DnD Beyond is like of like a portfolio of all your characters and source books, you don't actually play games on it. If you've completed your character and have read the basic rules, up next is looking for a group to play with!

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[brave raft]

Ok thanks

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[timid locust]

?tag new bg3

[exotic remnant]

How to Go from Baldur's Gate 3 to D&D w/ D&D Beyond

Take the leap from Baldur's Gate 3 to Dungeons and Dragons with D&D Beyond! Unlock free rules, adventures, dice sets and more to continue your adventure in the world's greatest roleplaying game!

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[timid locust]

Welcome! Check out the links above for info on The 5e rule book, the differences between 5e and BG3, and how to get started on your group search here on the server

[lament linden]

Thank you, looking foward to finding my first game 🙂

How do I get authorisation to post in the looking-for-dm channel?

[smoky adder]

Check #find-a-game for instructions.

[supple bone]

the concept of dnd make my brain rot

but I never played it properly-

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[cobalt frigate]

Check those links out.

[supple bone]

ooohh alright!

[sand siren]

America Yahh

HALLO : D

[lyric fjord]

Hello

[chrome nexus]

Hey

[ember junco]

I don’t remember Discord being this confusing. 😂

[chrome nexus]

You get used to it after like a day or 2

[ember junco]

Can an admin take that “Nick the Admin” off my name please? Apparently, I forgot to fix that. 😂

[echo kelp]

You can do that yourself under your profile settings

[ember junco]

It’s not letting me. I already tried or I would’ve. lol.

[echo kelp]

(User Settings -> Profile)

Or you can type /nick and change it on the server that way

[ember junco]

Did it work this time?

[echo kelp]

Yes

[ember junco]

‘Eyyy. Nice.

[echo kelp]

and now back to D&D

[ember junco]

I just made my first D&D character on D&D Beyond. Been meaning to learn how to play this game for forever. I’d love to get into an already made D&D Beyond campaign to try this out.

[echo kelp]

Have you checked out the resources linked in the pined messages?

There's a link to the free basic rules - it would be a good idea to give that a skim.

[grand patrol]

Hey I'm In the same group joker🤣

[ember junco]

Same group how? You just make one, too?

[grand patrol]

Ya

[ember junco]

Noice!

[ember junco]

Will do. I downloaded all of the free book resources off the site.

I’m honestly anxious to see how this character does.

Holy shit there’s a lot here to read. 😅

[echo kelp]

Yes - but don't feel like you have to memorize it or know everything. The big ones are knowing how your character sheet works, and the core mechanics of the different dice rolls (eg. attack roll, damage roll, saving throw, and skill check).

Getting those down (or least some basic understanding) will help you be a better player - and probably easier to join a game.

[main fulcrum]

Even people who have been playing for years don't have everything memorized

The real trick is knowing where to look things up 😁

[echo kelp]

the things I've messed up and forgotten after playing this game for so many years lol

[ember junco]

How long do campaigns normally last and are they things you can log out of and log back into?

[echo kelp]

Really depends on the group

[smoky adder]

It really varies.

[echo kelp]

Some campaigns span years, others are a couple of weeks or months.

[smoky adder]

Games can last a single session (referred to as a one shot) or go for years.

[echo kelp]

I think there's one campaign still running that's close to 50 years now.

[smoky adder]

All depends on the group and the story they want to tell.

[main fulcrum]

I mostly play oneshots but I've been doing it with the same people for years

[wheat crystal]

By log out of and log back into, do you mean like leave mid-session or mid-campaign like you might do in a multiplayer video game?

[ember junco]

Yes.

[main fulcrum]

That will also vary by group

One of the reasons my folks mostly play oneshots is because the scheduling is easier

[wheat crystal]

Yes and no.

For no, sessions are typically on a set schedule (i.e. Sundays 6-9 pm GMT). It’s expected as a player you will be able to attend consistently for the full amount of time. Some groups have games at more sporadic times, but it’s still expected that you attend for the full time unless: ⬇️

For yes, some people have life events that cause them to skip a session or have to leave a session early or attend late. Sometimes they even join a campaign halfway through or leave early due to personal circumstances. In general it’s common courtesy to inform the DM and other players if you’re going to be unable to attend.

[ember junco]

With how my life is, unless I schedule it for a weekend date, I’d be available for an hour, maybe two, most Thursday evenings but that’s about it. That’s why I was curious.

[smoky adder]

There’s also stuff like Adventurer’s League that’s designed for folks to drop in and out.

[ember junco]

That’d be more my speed, probably.

[smoky adder]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1676-what-is-adventurers-league

Play-by-post is another good option if you’re time-constrained.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1668-play-by-post-playing-dungeons-dragons-in-pbp

[lilac ice]

Hey newbie here. Just curious. Are warlocks considered weak in combat? The others in the part are barb and fighter. Whenever we are having a fight that seem to easily do 20-30 damage I'd not higher. While I struggle to do 10+ damage. Apart for with burning hands.

[wheat crystal]

There’s also what’s called a West March style game. They are typically decentralized games where one or multiple DMs run games at multiple times that you sign up for, play, and record character’s progress.

[main fulcrum]

Yeah, if you can only do an hour or two at a time, I'd recommend PBP

For AL, the games are mostly oneshots, but they're still usually at least 2+ hours in a sitting

And you're expected to stay for the whole game generally

[wheat crystal]

It depends on your level, gear and what all of your turns look like

In general Warlocks have pretty good DPR via Agonizing Eldritch Blast

[lilac ice]

Still early on so lvl 1-3

[wheat crystal]

Is that 20-30 damage per combat or per player turn?

[lilac ice]

And gear wise I've been less then lucky with

In a turn for them

[narrow garnet]

Hi I’m really new to dnd

[wheat crystal]

Seems strange, that’s extremely above expected DPR for level 1-3

[main fulcrum]

Early game, I wouldn't expect too much damage from warlocks

[wheat crystal]

What gear do they have?

[ember junco]

Does this work with that Avrae thing that’s advertised by this link? So it’s all word based?

[lilac ice]

Tho, I have never seen the other players PC cards so I don't know their gear or stats admittedly

[main fulcrum]

Could also be GWM/SS builds

At low tiers, those skew DPS high if they can hit

[wheat crystal]

Even then, that’s what 1d10+3+10? Max 23 damage on a hit

I guess maybe 1d12 actually, but still 25 max at a -5 at level 1 seems high

[smoky adder]

Avrae’s great if you’re doing a PBP here on Discord.

[lilac ice]

I got no idea on top of my head what their sub classes and such are. So can't help with that

[smoky adder]

It’s not the only way to do PBP.

[main fulcrum]

Plus potentially rage damage/battlemaster or ways to get multiple attacks, depending on subclass

[ember junco]

I’m just wanting to learn how to play while using my player card from my D&D Beyond character creation.

[wheat crystal]

I’d ask how they’re getting that DPR, since you should be lower as a warlock (for now), but not extremely so

[main fulcrum]

Its doable, just not what I'd consider the average

[smoky adder]

You can try it out in #ddb-avrae-commands if you like. Try sending the message !tutorial quickstart

[ember junco]

I’m mainly wanting to get somewhat of a grasp on it so I can teach my wife and then we can go about doing D&D games with friends and family.

[lilac ice]

And also my stats are very skewed. As I originally rolled my char to be something very different and a meme char for a one shot. But after certain relisation and the two hour one shot becoming a massive long term campaign. I decided to stick with my weird sheet

[wheat crystal]

That might be a good part of it, is your Charisma at least 16?

[lilac ice]

17

But I do not have agonizing blast yet. Will go for it next chance I get

[wheat crystal]

Yeah that’ll do it haha

[lilac ice]

Also to make it all worse. The dice gods have decided that I am not allowed to hit attacks

3 combat sessions and thus far I've hit 3 attacks that are not burning hands

[runic wharf]

us there a session list somewhere?

[main fulcrum]

We don't run games here. But you can check #looking-for-players

[wheat crystal]

Doing burning hands as your main DPR source is likely a major source of feeling ineffective since it does 10.5 on average on a failed save (of which Dex is typically high for a lot off the monster manual) You might want to move this to #character-discussion or #optimization if you’re looking for advice to up your DPR or improve strategy, but for now:

Right now your expected DPR is ~3.6-5.9 (w/o & w/ Hex), getting that extra +3 from Agonizing Blast will seriously help. Warlocks bread and butter are cantrips (particularly Eldritch Blast).

Your allies are likely getting lucky (if not something funky going on, but I’ll give them the benefit of the doubt). Assuming they’re both Variant Human or Custom Lineage to get SS or GWM at level 1, and using the most damaging non-magical weapons possible, their expected DPR is 7.67 (SS Fighter) to 13.11 (GWM Barb w/ Reckless Attack)

[lilac ice]

Oh no I am not looking for an optimised build. I never designed him to be good at fighting anyway. Just surprised at the massive difference between his much damage they will roll Vs what my maximum damage is at the time. So was curious if overall warlocks are considered weak early and stronger late

[ember junco]

I finished the tutorials. Where do I actually access a campaign on Avrae?

[narrow garnet]

Hello, I’m really new and I need help to start off with dungeons and dragons

[smoky adder]

Welcome! There’s some handy links here to get you started:

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[smoky adder]

But if you’ve got any specific questions, feel free to ask!

[spice rampart]

Can anyone help me with my character

[smoky adder]

#find-a-game can point you toward the available groups here on the server. You’d have to check whether any specific game uses Avrae or not.

[ember junco]

I’m browsing that right now.

[smoky adder]

Alternatively, you could check on the Avrae dev server.

[spice rampart]

I thought this would be the best character discussion

[ember junco]

Do you have a link, I couldn’t find it?

[smoky adder]

http://support.avrae.io/

[torn zephyr]

Does anyone have any tips for being DM.

[smoky adder]

What kind of help were you looking for, specifically?

[ember junco]

Yeah; if you’re new, don’t. lol.

[spice rampart]

I'm like is my character all right for a basic D&D session

[fleet field]

?newdm

[exotic remnant]

What is a Dungeon Master?

• In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.

How does it work?

• Learn how to be a Dungeon Master with this YouTube video or D&D Beyond article.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.

Where do I start?

• Decide what kind of campaign you want to run. Here’s a few good options for new DMs.
• Get advice from your fellow Dungeon Masters in #dm-discussion and #dm-world-building.

[torn zephyr]

Well no one in my group has and I've been told I'd like it.

[fleet field]

?dmtips

[exotic remnant]

D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle

Dungeon Master Tips

The most important part of being a good DM is facilitating the fun of everyone at the table. Keep these tips in mind to help things go smoothly:

Embrace the shared story.

D&D is about telling a story as a group, so let the players contribute to the outcome through the words and deeds of their characters. If some players are reluctant to speak up, ask them what their characters are doing.

It’s not a competition.

The DM isn’t competing against the player characters. Your job is to referee the rules, run monsters, and keep the story moving.

Be fair and flexible.

Treat your players in a fair, impartial manner. The rules help you do this, but you can make your own rulings to ensure everyone is having fun.

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

Adventures have no prescribed outcome. You can alter any encounter to make it more interesting and fun for your players.

Don’t worry about mistakes.

Dungeon Masters are fallible, just like everyone else, and even experienced DMs make mistakes. If you overlook, forget, or misrepresent something, correct yourself and move on. No one expects you to memorize every part of this adventure and all the rules in the Basic Rules. As long as your players are having fun, everything will be just fine.

[smoky adder]

You can definitely start the game by DMing. People do it all the time.

Especially if the whole group is new.

As long as everyone knows you’re all learning together, it’s fine.

[ember junco]

For some reason, when I click to accept the invite, it doesn’t do anything. 🤔

[smoky adder]

You can share a link to it in #character-discussion if you want someone to double-check everything.

[ember junco]

Had to change some settings but it works now.

[spice rampart]

Can anyone help me fix my character

[meager wave]

Uhm, anyone wanna help me make a character design? Lol

[spice rampart]

I would

Do you mind joining me in a call so we could talk easier

[meager wave]

I mean sure ig

[spice rampart]

Wait if you do art could you help me make a character as well

[meager wave]

What do you need help with exactly? Since I am just a beginner

[spice rampart]

The character was largely going to be based off of how I am since well I'm still new to D&D and I really wanted in character

[meager wave]

Hm, well do you have a design on your mind or imagination?

[spice rampart]

I wanted a 14-year-old Fox boy character with emerald green eyes dark blue hair that could be mistaken for black darkish brown skin and a blue and white tunic

[meager wave]

Wait a literal fox with human like characteristic

Or a human with a fox ears and tails?

[spice rampart]

A human with foxears and tail

[meager wave]

Ah I see

Lemme create a sketch but it's not gonna be good alr?

[spice rampart]

Thanks honestly I don't really have that good art myself I have my own YouTube channel now which means I could do shout outs for you whenever I do make videos I'm still new so I don't have that much of a subscriber

Far side where are you

[meager wave]

Hm?

[green egret]

New to the server, been wanting to play dnd for a while after i finished hs and had a dnd club there. Im not sure how it works in this server or if itll be online or more like how it is with a few podcasts ive listen to, but id love to get started with a group.

[fleet field]

we don't play on this server, but there are ways to play online

?tag new online

[exotic remnant]

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

[echo spruce]

there are chat rooms in the server for DMs looking for players and viceversa I'm a complete noob to dnd never had a group in highschool cause the only other kids in my town that play are the wrong kind of weird but I've followed online sessions played games that use the base concepts like stat checks and such but they either had crazy rigged dice rolls or just a flat percentage instead of any dice at all, but anyway yeah i am a noob to the real game but i really want to try it out because it seems like the most fun a person could have

[glacial scarab]

Hey everyone. I hope I'm not annoying anyone but I'm completely new to dnd. I have literally no idea where to start. But I listen to dnd podcasts alot and I have played baulders gate 3 lmao that's the extent to it. Looking for some guidance and recommendations tips tricks lmao

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

No tag BG3 found in category new.

How to Go from Baldur's Gate 3 to D&D w/ D&D Beyond

Take the leap from Baldur's Gate 3 to Dungeons and Dragons with D&D Beyond! Unlock free rules, adventures, dice sets and more to continue your adventure in the world's greatest roleplaying game!

[true musk]

Welcome to the hobby.
The bot posts above can help you get started. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

[glacial scarab]

Okay thank you. I will look into it more. Is there some kinda website or something that you can make a drawing or something of a character? I'm horrible at drawing but I see the art people can do in this group and it's cool. Jw.

[smoky adder]

Hero Forge is probably the most popular choice.
https://www.heroforge.com/

We’ve also got #dnd-heroforge-etc if you want to see what other users here are making.

[zenith cave]

Hey

So im new I just want a campaign and help if possible

[smoky adder]

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

[autumn roost]

I'm searching for a session

[zenith cave]

Ok thank u 🙏

[fair salmon]

I’m entirely new to dnd and have never played before. I’ve already made a character using dnd beyond and have read the rules and kinda know the basics. How do i start?

I also want a campaign, but honestly i’m just very confused😭

[fleet field]

You can use our #find-a-game channels here to try and find a campaign

[smoky adder]

What’s one specific thing you’re confused by?

[toxic kelp]

An easy way to start is to go to your local gaming store or Barnes & Noble and ask if they can connect you to a game. Those places are popular for D&D groups, and many are quick one-shots that help you learn how to play.

[fair salmon]

I’m not sure honestly. It’s just a very confusing process and i don’t really know how to join a campaign.

[fair salmon]

I’ll probably do that. Thanks!

[smoky adder]

As far as finding a game on this server goes, #find-a-game can point you in the right direction.

[fleet field]

the basics is just: 1. find a group that is happy for you to join 2. join that group

[smoky adder]

If you’ve got $20 to spare, there’s the monthly Virtual D&D Weekends.
https://discord.com/events/516367331358801950/1204561498689773599

[fair salmon]

ok thanks!

[astral oriole]

hello

[safe oyster]

Hi freaking new here I just wanna play

[astral oriole]

Im new to the pen and paper set up of D&D, i usually play dungeons & Dragons Online. I believe ive run into an issue with my character creation

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[cobalt frigate]

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

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

Both are linked above.

After you read the rules and/or watch the tutorial videos, feel free to ask questions here.

[blissful talon]

Hiii, i'm starting to get into dnd and i ran into a major problem while creating my character because it's like very problematic with the lore, could anyone help me out please?

[cobalt frigate]

Have you talked to your DM about the lore of their campaign setting?

[blissful talon]

Nope, i think i should talk about this with my group but i haven't found one yet and wanted to hear someone's experienced opinion of it would be possible to run a character like that

I heard there's a dnd group in my college so i will ask them if i can join them, but like i'm still insecure about this character idea

[cobalt frigate]

If you don't have a DM then don't worry about lore because it's your DM who decides what's lore in their campaign.

Worry about your character's personality, bond, ideals, and flaws rather than how they fit in the world because you have no idea about what world you'll be joining.

[blissful talon]

Thats a great advice, i actually have most of his personality figured out, may i hear your opinion on it?

[astral oriole]

I'm also having a problem with my character its not lore so to speak its more putting the right proficiencies. My character is a Hill Dwarf Barbarian.

[cobalt frigate]

#character-discussion is where you can post about your character.

[flint sierra]

does the bonus attack from polearm master work with great weapon master?

[blissful talon]

TY❤️

[smoky adder]

What about proficiencies is giving you trouble?

[astral oriole]

more or less selecting the right skills for my character

im possibly going to redo my rolls as well though

[smoky adder]

There are no “right” skills. Just pick whatever helps you tell the story you want to tell.

[cobalt frigate]

Your background and class (and sometimes your race) will give you skills. Choose the ones that you think fits your character.

[astral oriole]

im a Barbarian Hill Dwarf

ik one skill i get is history

[smoky adder]

For barbarians:

Skills: Choose two from Animal Handling, Athletics, Intimidation, Nature, Perception, and Survival

Hill dwarves don’t get any skill proficiencies.

But your background may provide 1-2 more.

[astral oriole]

I wanna use my character for the upcoming virtual

[smoky adder]

For that, you’ll probably want to make sure you’re following the Adventurer’s League rules.

https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1676-what-is-adventurers-league

The folks in #adventurers-league can give you hand if you need.

[kindred island]

I want to make a cowgirl character, but I don’t really understand the alignment very well

[solemn light]

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/personality-and-background#Alignment
Alignment is really more of a guideline and suggestion. You could even leave it blank for now until you have a better grasp of your character, but the above link might help out.

[kindred island]

Thank you so much, it was stressing me out 🥲

[echo spruce]

Me minus the baldurs gate

[ripe whale]

I have 0 experience with anything that has to do with DND but I've wanted to try it for the longest time can anyone help with that

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[void patrol]

I’m looking for a new group my last one kinda fizzled out after something unfortunate happened to a member

Any suggestions where to look?

That’s doesn’t involve 15 extra steps like I’m at the dmv?

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[void patrol]

DMV vibes 👁️👁️

[opal furnace]

yall wassup im new to this and want to make a campaign with my friends

had a question are homebrew campaigns easier then vanilla dnd ???

[void patrol]

That’s is up to opinion

[quasi geyser]

Hi everyone I’m new to the dnd scene is there any games going on tbh I have no idea what I’m doing but I’ve seen a lot of stuff about it online and I do have rp experience but definitely would love to learn and play.

[fleet field]

As in, easier to create?

[wheat crystal]

Welcome! Check the links pinned in this channel to get started. I recommend reading through the basic rules

[quasi geyser]

Thanks star of the light I’ll check out the basic rules

[wheat crystal]

If you want to find a game to play using this server specifically there’s #find-a-game

[opal furnace]

yup and to dm too

[opal furnace]

lets say for example ajojo campaign

[echo kelp]

Some concepts don't mechanically work well within D&D's rules mechanics because the game is designed around a heroic fantasy RPG concepts and framework

[fleet field]

Generally a pre-written campaign will be much easier

[fleet field]

Anime campaigns do not work well with dnd

[opal furnace]

couldnt pre written campaign be played with no dm tho ???

[echo kelp]

And we aren't saying it can't be done - but you may find it easier to work with a game ruleset designed around anime

[fleet field]

No

[opal furnace]

gaddamn

[fleet field]

The dm still needs to run the campaign, control the monsters, adjudicate actions, etc

[wheat crystal]

I’m assuming by your question and your desire to run games that you’re asking if homebrew worlds or official settings are easier to create and run. I’m going to say it depends.

Official settings have plenty of pre-written modules that make the game significantly easier to run especially for new players. However, it can be overwhelming if you’re the sort of person who likes to know every detail about every person/place/thing, as those things sometimes have decades of lore to sift through.

Homebrew settings can be creatively easier to run because as the DM you are more intimately familiar with how the world works- you can more easily shape lore as you see fit. It also can help accommodate a wider range of themes and ideas, such as an anime-inspired campaign. Just keep in mind a mechanical transference is an entirely different issue

[echo kelp]

Most Tabletop RPG games have a concept of a Game Master who helps guide the game and adjudicate the rules.

[opal furnace]

hmmm i see so it all depends on how familliar the dm is with the world building and characters ???

[wheat crystal]

That’s one way to look at it

[opal furnace]

if someone already brewed a mechanics for that specific power system its should be easy

[wheat crystal]

Pre written campaigns also give a good sense of pacing, plot development, loot distribution, NPC variety, combat design, etc

[echo kelp]

That word "easy" is doing a lot of work there!
DM'ing is work.
Homebrewing (creating custom things) is work.
Balancing it all is work.

[wheat crystal]

I will say that just because someone has made a custom rules addition for JoJo powers does not mean it’s a good rules addition nor an easy rules addition

[opal furnace]

ight imma strat cooking thank you 🙏

[tawdry yoke]

hey guys i never played dnd before i played BG3 so i was interested in playing any group willing to take me in

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[vapid umbra]

Some useful links for getting to DnD from bg3. If you'd like to find a group it's best to go to #find-a-game .

And welcome to the server!

[tawdry yoke]

thanks bro

[ripe quest]

Hi there! I've been trying to get into DnD for a while but just now started out officially. Currently working on understanding character sheets. 🥲

[amber remnant]

Welcome to DnD!

[smoky adder]

Welcome! Anything about character sheets we can clarify for you?

[ripe quest]

Right now I don't have any questions but when I do, I'll be sure to ask. Thank you for the warm welcome!

[wild timber]

Hi there

I have a question

Do I need to be with the DM to make a character

[edgy onyx]

It definitely helps, so you know what type of game the DM is running and wheter your character fits the story, and some have different ways of character creation (Like how they rule ability scores)

But you don't need a DM if you're just making a character for practise / for fun, or if you're planning a general idea of your character that can be changed if necessary

[wild timber]

I think I need the DM to help me because my character is helpless

I didn’t even give him a shield

[smoky adder]

No character ever needs a shield.

And a good number of them can't really use shields anyway.

What type of character did you make?

[fast tendon]

I’m new to dnd, how do you play and how does it work?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[timid locust]

DnD is a cooperative story-telling game, typically played around a table in person, over voice chat using a few programs online, or through text chat. It tends to have one Dungeon Master (DM) and 3-5 players. To summarize it as basically as possible:

• The DM describes a situation
• The players describe what they want their characters to do
• Dice are rolled if skill or luck is required to accomplish the task
• The DM describes whether they succeed or fail, and happens as a result

[wild timber]

Wizard 🗣️🗣️🗣️

[smoky adder]

Then you probably don't want a shield.

If you wear armor that you lack proficiency with, you have disadvantage on any ability check, saving throw, or attack roll that involves Strength or Dexterity, and you can't cast spells.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/equipment#ArmorandShields

The Shield spell though...
https://www.dndbeyond.com/spells/shield

[drowsy venture]

Hi all, i'm starting in the world of D&D soon. Found a local group, with an experienced player as a first time DM. All players will be first timers. I'm super excited. Now i have two questions:

1. How much should i colaborate with DM while creating a character?
2. Can i ask for help here to finetune my starting char?

[fallen surge]

1. You should work with your DM as much as possible. D&D is a game about collaborative story telling, so the more your character fits into and feels like a real part of the DM's world, the more satisfying that story will be

2. We're more than happy to help with your character, but this is not the proper channel for getting specific advice on that. We have 2 channels dedicated to just that. #character-discussion for more general help, and #optimization for help with numbers, math, and strategies.

[valid hatch]

I am brand new to DnD I don’t exactly understand what the beyond dnd app is for. Is it mostly used for virtual dice rolling and character tracking?

[fallen surge]

As well as quick access to digital rulebooks, and a few other things, yes.

[vapid umbra]

Mostly, yes

[main gull]

You still have to pay for the books though

[fallen surge]

Its a tool for keeping track of things. You don't "play" D&D on D&D Beyond

[main gull]

But if you know someone who has the books, they can share them with you

[valid hatch]

So is there a location/ app for virtual campaigns?

[main gull]

Roll20

It’s the only one I’ve used and it works really well

[timid locust]

Your DM will determine what platform(s) you'll be using to play online. It's nothing you need to worry about just yet

[valid hatch]

Got it

[fallen surge]

D&D is played in the imagination. The only thing you really need to play is a way to communicate with other people. Discord is very popular for this, but any way to send messages or talk to people will work. Everything else is just a tool for making that easier

[main gull]

True. The websites are cool for visualization, but ultimately you don’t need them.

[drowsy venture]

Thank you very much! Will talk with DM as much as possible, and call for help in the other threads when needed.

[jade jetty]

Hello, a friend of mine told me about DND and I wanted to try by myself, but I don’t know anything. Could someone help me and explain everything to me because I literally know nothing :)

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[slow hawk]

Check out the above

[jade jetty]

So it’s like Baldurs gate 3, but with other people and your own character, did I get it right?

[fallen surge]

Yeah kinda. Baldur's Gate 3 was based on this game. They made a few changes to the rules, to make it better fit a video game, but it still about 80-90% the same

[jade jetty]

Oh ok thanks!

[exotic remnant]

How to Go from Baldur's Gate 3 to D&D w/ D&D Beyond

Take the leap from Baldur's Gate 3 to Dungeons and Dragons with D&D Beyond! Unlock free rules, adventures, dice sets and more to continue your adventure in the world's greatest roleplaying game!

[regal copper]

Ok, so, i've been using some apps to take notes for future sessions but what do you guys find the most useful and easiest?

[deft sigil]

I use Excel but I know other folks use programs more specifically meant for journalin

[prisma pollen]

is there a place to play dnd online?

[wise path]

Roll20

Least that’s what I’ve heard

[true musk]

To find groups, to play on a virtual table top, or something else entirely?

[prisma pollen]

like find a group i guess im new to this so idk that much

[ornate kiln]

there are many places to play dnd online. Discord servers are pretty common, and recruitment happens on different sites/places.

roll20 is a big site for finding games, but you can also check out /lfg on reddit or look in #find-a-game

[sharp hazel]

My friend set me up with my group. Play by post using DDB, Discord and tableplop for maps.

[smoky adder]

Nice!

Have you also looked at Avrae?
https://avrae.io/

You can have it send your D&D Beyond dice rolls over to Discord.

(Plus a ton of other more complex things )

[visual ridge]

hi to all, im new to D&D and i really would like to play with someone but don't know anyone who plays..is there someone who is organizing a campaign on roll20?

or d'you guys know where i can find people who organize d&d campaigns?

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[plucky ridge]

You can check out the channels on this server #750812887697588356 to post for yourself or #looking-for-players to browse games made by DMs. You can also look ar 3rd party sites like Roll20 for open games.

[visual ridge]

oh thanks

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[analog walrus]

What class would be a good idea to pick if we're 2 in a campaign and the other person is playing a non healing druid?

[slow hawk]

All druids have access to healing spells, so what do you mean

[timid locust]

To answer your question though, any class! DnD doesn't require dedicated healing classes, but a two-person party already requires a lot of leg work on the DM to rebalance for fewer players. It'll require a little more rebalancing after that in order to facilitate no support characters.

[stuck flame]

elooo

[timid sparrow]

Hii I’m new to the game and I’m trying to set up a campaign

[fallen surge]

Welcome

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[fallen surge]

the bot post above has lots of helpful links and resourced to get you started

?newdm

[exotic remnant]

What is a Dungeon Master?

• In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.

How does it work?

• Learn how to be a Dungeon Master with this YouTube video or D&D Beyond article.
• The Basic Rules are available at no cost and cover everything you need to know to play.

Where do I start?

• Decide what kind of campaign you want to run. Here’s a few good options for new DMs.
• Get advice from your fellow Dungeon Masters in #dm-discussion and #dm-world-building.

[fallen surge]

And post has resources for learning how to be a DM

[timid sparrow]

Alr I’ll check it out when I get home cuz the Wi-Fi here is bad

[fallen surge]

Sounds good. Once you get a chance to read through some of the resources, let us know if you have any specific questions. We're more than happy to help

[timid sparrow]

I have a list of battles I want my players to go through for the plot, there will be other events and roleplay between them

1. Undead man and 6 undead men
3. Goblins in Sci Fi Robot Rovers
4. High Wizard performing spell to collide universes (under someone’s control)

[timid sparrow]

Say I have an undead creature that exudes a poisonous gas in a 5 feet radius of the creature, what type of damage would that be?

Would it be radiant?

[fallen surge]

Poison is a damage type

[timid locust]

It's also usually recommended for new DMs to use preexisting monster stat blocks, rather than risk accidentally creating imbalanced ones on their own. Thankfully, the preexisting stat blocks tell you exactly what kind of damage each of their abilities does

[void phoenix]

Hi

Does draconic lineage sorcerer come from dragonborns

[timid locust]

Any race can be a Draconic Lineage sorcerer!

[void phoenix]

I know
I mean like assuming that I play an elf with a draconic lineage does that mean that one of my parents is a dragonborn?

[echo kelp]

No - it just means someone, somewhere recieved some magic from some draconic source

[timid locust]

Not necessarily, but it could be if your DM thinks it makes sense.

[void phoenix]

Oh ok

[timid locust]

It could mean your mom was a dragon, it could mean your grandparents received a Draconic blessing, and/or it could mean that you underwent some strange ritual that backfired! There's plenty of ways you could have become infused with Draconic energy.

[void phoenix]

How would someone marry a dragon

[echo kelp]

Perhaps that would be a story to explore in your D&D game

There are no game rule mechanics if that's what you're asking.

[void phoenix]

Oh ok

Yeah that's what I was trying to ask

I kind of want to make my own settings

A much more low fantasy one

I even wrote a few short stories there
Around northern Italy, Scotland and now Poland

[echo kelp]

I'd suggest trying out the game with at least the free basic rules before adding in homebrew (homebrew is rules or things you or the community create but are not official - as in it doesn't come from D&D).

I'd also recommend not directly tying your games to real world places and events. Inspired by is fine, but diretly trying ro recreate real world stuff is likely going to not be all that fun.

[cobalt frigate]

This is moving out of territory of this channel, which is to help new players to D&D, and more into #dm-world-building

[void phoenix]

Oh ok

I'll move there for those questions

Also do you need to keep track of your arrows

[cobalt frigate]

I recommend you first learn the game and how it works before diving into creating your own homebrew world, which can be a long and difficult task.

[cobalt frigate]

That's up to the DM.

[void phoenix]

Got it

[timid locust]

I've certainly never required any of my players to keep track of arrows, but I'm sure there are DMs out there who do!

[void phoenix]

Can my spells at lower levels get stronger

[echo kelp]

The basic rules explain how you can upcast lower level spells

Also cantrip spells get better as you reach certain levels

[simple goblet]

Cantrips increase their damage as the character levels, some levelled spells can be upcast and typically the description states what the upcast effect is for higher slots

[void phoenix]

I mean like that

Can a magic missile at level 1 get stronger without casting it at level 2

[fallen surge]

no*

[void phoenix]

Oh

Damn

[fallen surge]

*Sometimes, some classes or or subclass might have features that can increase the strength of your spells

Like the evocation wizard's level 10 feature, for example:

Empowered Evocation
Beginning at 10th level, you can add your Intelligence modifier to one damage roll of any wizard evocation spell you cast.

[cobalt frigate]

Only if the spell's spell description says you can upcast it by using a higher level spell slot.

[fallen surge]

But features like Empowered Evocation are the exception. There is no general rule for increasing the strength of a spell, except through upcasting them, and only if the spell says it gets stronger when upcast

[cobalt frigate]

Read the spell's spell description on what it can (or cannot) do.

[void phoenix]

Got it

How much spell slots can I get

[fallen surge]

That is determined by what class you are playing. It is shown in the class table at the beginning of each class's description

Here is a link to the wizard's class table, as an example:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/classes/wizard#TheWizardTable

So for example, using this table you can see that a level 1 wizard has two 1st level spell slots, and a level 5 wizard has four 1st level spell slots, three 2nd level spell slots, and two 3rd level spell slots

[void phoenix]

It doesn't show 10 level spells

[fallen surge]

there is no such thing

9th level spells are the high level of spell in the game

[deft sigil]

characters can reach level 20.. Magic itself, depending on what kind of caster you are, stop at spells marked Level 9 (for various lore reasons, 9th is the highest folks can cast). Spell levels and character levels are two different things.

[void phoenix]

Why isn't there 10th

It seems logical there would be something

[fallen surge]

9 is just the number the game designers chose

[cobalt frigate]

Because it's a carry over from 1st Edition.

[ornate kiln]

there used to be 10th level spells

in older editions

[cobalt frigate]

But that's beyond the scope of this channel...

[void phoenix]

Are drow elves

[ornate kiln]

yes

[cobalt frigate]

Yes.

[upper kayak]

Hello I don’t know if this is the right place but I’m looking at getting into dnd but I have no friends that play it nor are interested could someone help?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[ornate kiln]

the bot has lots of useful links to get started and how to find a group

[upper kayak]

Thank you

[lyric fjord]

Yo what commands do I use

[fresh fable]

For what ?

[lyric fjord]

Im new and dont know how to play

[fresh fable]

Have you looked at the free basic rules

[hexed vapor]

Where can i find those ?

[plucky ridge]

This post here

[hexed vapor]

tyy!!

[visual sierra]

Can a lich take necrotic damage?

[cobalt frigate]

Yes, but it's resistant to necrotic damage (takes half damage).
If you read its monster statblock it would say its vulnerabilities, resistances, and/or immunities.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/monsters/16943-lich

[hexed vapor]

are sorcerers able to use verbal, somatic and material spells all together ?

[echo kelp]

Many spells use all three and yes sorcerer's have spells that require them.

For instance the iconic fireball spell: https://www.dndbeyond.com/spells/fireball

Has verbal, somatic, and material components required to be able to cast.

[cobalt frigate]

Read the individual spell's description to see which component (verbal, somatic, and/or material) are required to cast it.

[smoky adder]

If a spell has multiple components, you have to satisfy all of them to cast that spell.

[hexed vapor]

whats a saving throw

[narrow wren]

Generally it's a roll of a D20 with an added modifier from the stat your rolling for.

To succeed on a saving throw you have to meet a DC or difficulty class determined by the GM

[hexed vapor]

thanks!!

[fleet field]

A saving throw is a roll to resist or avoid a harmful effect

Such as a trap, which may call for a dexterity saving throw

They’re basically the inverse of attack rolls

[hexed vapor]

what about ability checks ?

[fleet field]

The targeted performs the saving throw, rather than the targeter performing the attack roll

[fleet field]

Ability checks are a generic roll to see how good you are with a certain ability score

Often ability checks will also have skills tied to them

Like a charisma (persuasion) check

A regular charisma check would be d20+charisma modifier

A persuasion check, however, would be d20+charisma modifier+proficiency bonus (if you’re proficient in persuasion)

[hexed vapor]

Im sorry but

im not getting any of this

[fleet field]

Have you read the basic rules?

[hexed vapor]

Im trying

but its pretty confusing too

[fleet field]

Can you give an example of something you’re confused about?

[cobalt frigate]

Read at your own pace. You can watch the "Handbooker Helper" tutorial videos.

[smoky adder]

Any time you need to determine whether your character succeeds or fails, you roll a d20. There’s three types of d20 rolls:

• Ability checks when you attempt to perform a task.
• Attack rolls when you try to damage a target.
• Saving throws when you try to avoid some harmful effect.

For all three, you roll the d20, add any applicable bonuses or penalties, then compare it to a target number.

If your total equals or exceeds the target number, you succeed.

Anything less and you fail.

So they all work basically the same way, and together, those d20 rolls are basically the core mechanic of the game.

But other game rules may give you specific bonuses or penalties depending on the type of d20 roll you’re making.

[warm sluice]

Are “kits” what subclasses used to be called?

[main fulcrum]

Other way around, I believe

Subclasses are what they're currently called

[opaque owl]

How do you know the target number?

[smoky adder]

For ability scores and saving throws, that number is the Difficulty Class (DC).

Usually whatever rule says to make one of those rolls will specify the DC.

But sometimes the DM will have to decide it for themselves.

As a rough guideline, DC 10 is an easy task, 15 is medium, and 20 is hard.

[opaque owl]

Oh okay! Tysm!

[smoky adder]

Then for attack rolls, you compare it to the target’s Armor Class (AC).

[solemn light]

Kits are what 2e called what is essentially subclasses or variant classes.

[warm sluice]

Is the first and second Baldurs gate based on 2e?

[main fulcrum]

Yep. Somewhat adjusted of course. Just like BG3 adjusts the 5e rules

[solemn light]

If curious about how older editions worked #dnd-elder-editions is a good channel to start in. This channel focuses more on introductions to 5e.

[lean temple]

Hello, I'm gonna be honest I'm new to DND. However I do want to learn about it. I was reading on DND beyond, and had a question.
Again, new to everything so kinda dumb, but it seems there's only a certain amount of choices for race and other such things. Are those the only ones you can choose or are you able to make one of your own? Either is fine just a tad curious.

[smoky adder]

People can and do make their own, but it’s something you’d need to work out with your DM.

Or sometimes you can take an existing race and just change the way it’s described, without changing the way it works.

[amber anvil]

certain amount like on dndb when making a character?

[smoky adder]

There’s also a lot more official races than what I’m betting you’ve seen so far.

There’s like 70-something, I think.

[lean temple]

Oh alright, thank you.

And another question, one I've kinda been wondering overall.

How do you decide the stats for the players? Is it something that comes with whom you choose or do you do it yourself. If so, when do you know if it's too weak or too overpowered?

[lean temple]

Oh, I've only seen about nnnine I think

[smoky adder]

?tag new abilities

[exotic remnant]

Abilities

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

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

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

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

[lean temple]

Mhm, I went on DND beyond and it was nine choices I think.

[smoky adder]

Yeah, that’s what’s available in the free Basic Rules.

But there’s lot of other books that expand the available character options.

[amber anvil]

you have to buy all the extra books that unlock more or join a campaign where someone else did and they share the content

[smoky adder]

Not just races, but subclasses, spells, feats, magic items…

[lean temple]

Oh, alright. Thank you for the information!

I'll return if I have more questions

[warm sluice]

Do Kobolds count as animals

[echo kelp]

They are humanoid creatures

See https://www.dndbeyond.com/monsters/16939-kobold

[hushed apex]

What is the name of the summoning spell that decreases your maximum hit points by a bit? I know I'm being super vague but that's all I remember and I can't find it online.

[main fulcrum]

Create Magen?

[hushed apex]

Thx!

[lyric fjord]

Sup

[smoky adder]

Welcome!

[unique eagle]

Heyy

[cursive shore]

Hey me and 2 friends where wondering if anyone could teach us to play?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[smoky adder]

Welcome! There’s some helpful links above to get you started, but did you have any specific questions?

[long folio]

sup

[void phoenix]

Hi
In what channel should I talk about an idea I have for a story or a campaign

[main fulcrum]

#dm-world-building or #dm-discussion probably

[long folio]

so... how do i play DnD?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[lyric fjord]

Ok

So, I was going to play a DnD game, and sent in a "looking for dm" message

After I got in contact with the dm, they just, didn't respond back to my messages

[hollow radish]

Roll dice, your emotions depend on the outcome

[lyric fjord]

And now I can't post for another 5 days, so I'm asking can I somehow bypass this? The DnD game should be over by now I believe and I still haven't gotten a message, inv, or etc

[echo kelp]

No but you can look for games posted in #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community

[lyric fjord]

Oh ok

[echo kelp]

Also putting together a D&D game takes time, effort, and scheduling

Don't expect a game in 15 minutes. More like hours, weeks, maybe months.

[lyric fjord]

Alr, I was just a bit surprised when I didn't get any notification or message lol

[hollow radish]

What channel is the live chat?

[echo kelp]

We do not have voice chat here

[hollow radish]

Live as in active and not slowmode sorry I'm new to discord

[echo kelp]

We don't actually play D&D games on this server either

So I'm not sure what exactly you're looking for? You can look at #channel-guide to see if there's a particular topic of D&D that you want to chat with folks about.

[hollow radish]

Just figured there would be a place to ask questions and talk to others and such

[main fulcrum]

That's pretty much every channel, just varying by topic

[echo kelp]

Yep - this channel is specifically for new to D&D folks to ask questions and learn about the core rules and basic game mechanics of D&D.

[hollow radish]

I'm familiar with DND since like the third edition but i am "old" and dunno what's up with discord

[echo kelp]

Then I suggest taking a look at #channel-guide, find a channel for a topic of D&D that you'd like to chat with others about, and then ask a topical question or respond to others.

We have #dnd-elder-editions if you want to chat older editions of D&D as well.

[hollow radish]

Is there a tavern?

There isn't. If you want to create a community you should have a "tavern"

[echo kelp]

Not really - we do have #non-dnd-topics for everything not-D&D (server rules still apply and things in that channel are generally expected to not be about D&D).

[hollow radish]

Well the idea of a "tavern" is where different people go to communicate and learn from each other and perhaps form parties. So it isn't exactly off topic. But I understand.

I am literally nobody sorry for being loud or something

Like i said i dont really understand discord

[echo kelp]

No you're fine. You may find other servers have channels more conducive to a tavern feel - you can take a look at #looking-for-community for those.

[hollow radish]

Oh, that's really cool. Thanks.

[sand siren]

I cant seem to find a camp that fits my thing anyone need a player?

[echo kelp]

Please use the Looking For Game channels to find a game - soliciting or posting for games anywhere else is off-topic and will be moderated.

Read #find-a-game (carefully) for information and instructions on how to use our LFG channels

[vernal sun]

can we play d&d online its my first time and i wanna understand

[smoky adder]

Yep! This article covers some of the more popular ways to play online:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online

[covert orbit]

Hi 👋🏻, looking for campaign that consists of players with a very heavy interest in dragons and draconic material

[smoky adder]

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

[covert orbit]

Thank you

[astral gyro]

Hello, I'm new to TTRPGs in general and just recently played Peril in Pinebrook which introduced me to the game as a whole (been wanting to play for a while but other games were either cancelled or never went anywhere), I'd love to be able to join more one shots and make a proper character if anybody would be able to help with at least the latter

[faint wren]

Good Morinnn beautiful peopleeeeee

the closest I have come to DnD is monopoly and i would like adult supervision Thanks!

[fleet field]

wdym by you would like adult supervision?

[faint wren]

how do i partake in a dungeon or a dragon

preferably both

[fleet field]

Have a look at the basic rules

they're linked in the pinned messages of this channel

(or here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules)

[faint wren]

Thank you

and once ive gotten past the first hurdle of reading I should look for a game?

[fleet field]

yeah

[faint wren]

👍

[coarse trench]

Hey it's my first time ever do i need to know anything more that the server rules don't tell?

[fleet field]

yes

the server rules are the server rules, they aren't the rules of dnd

those are linked in the pinned messages of this channel

[teal dust]

How do people play online dnd?

[edgy onyx]

VTTs (Virtual table tops) are a common way, though some also just play on discord with a dice rolling bot
Basically as long as you can chat you can play D&D

[fleet field]

?tag new online

[exotic remnant]

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

[feral adder]

sup

[teal dust]

Dude how do I even join a game im so overwhelmed idk what to do here

[edgy onyx]

#find-a-game Has instructions for looking through the looking-for-channels for looking for players / DMs / groups 👍

[teal dust]

Ty

[narrow garnet]

Do I need a grid map for DND?

[fleet field]

no, you can do theatre of the mind

However you can just use a piece of grid paper as a map

[narrow garnet]

By the way, if I’m an elf sorcerer, do I still have a draconic bloodline

[uncut pumice]

hi i new here

[edgy onyx]

You can choose your sorcerous origin regardless of your race, so yeah 👍

[fleet field]

draconic bloodline is one sorcerer subclass option, so if you choose it, then yes, you still do

[undone granite]

Hello

[sharp light]

Hello. I've never played any ttrpg's and mainly got interested with the promise of being able to play in a cyberpunk theme world. Could anyone point a hand to where and how I could get into such a game? Also would dnd be the right choice instead of systems like cyberpunk red?

[fleet field]

dnd is not a good option for cyberpunk settings

a dedicated system like cyberpunk red will do much better

[sharp light]

I see, thank you!

[narrow garnet]

I just learned how to play the game and I have a character. Where can I join a beginner campaign?

[daring hare]

You can join a beginner campaign in #looking-for-players most campaigns there are beginner friendly.

[minor estuary]

Hello, just finished creating a character not to long ago and pretty interested in playing D&D ever since my teacher in class started talking about it. Where can I join a game and how long do games usually last as I have work on some days.

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[vapid umbra]

The duration of games can vary a lot. There are one-shots (I wouldn't reccommend to beginners though), that only take on session. The most used format probably are campaigns, that last multiple sessions (and last until your DM decides you have finished the story or you're getting bored and start a new campaign).

[hexed vapor]

is there any spells that makes someone unable to speak ?

[vapid umbra]

If you don't have time regularly though you could have a look into Adventurers League.

[echo kelp]

Not so much can't speak as no sound is heard - see the spell Silence

[hexed vapor]

thank you!

[echo kelp]

And here's that spell: https://www.dndbeyond.com/spells/silence

[vapid umbra]

Also, welcome to the server!

[pulsar orbit]

Hello! I’m EXTREMELY new to dnd but like I really wanna know how to play it and like enjoy it! Would be cool to have someone teach me sum stuff about it.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[hexed vapor]

how do i know what type of spell it is ? (verbal, somatic...)

[vapid umbra]

Look at components

v = verbal, s = somatic, m = material

[steep river]

m is material. If it has a gold cost you need that thing specifically, otherwise an item referred to as a spellcasting focus or component pouch can be used in its place.

[echo kelp]

Yep - a spell lists what level it is, what it's casting time is, what range and/or area it effects, what components it uses (see what florishingneo noted above), the duration of the spell (how long the spell lasts), what school the spell comes from (some classes may have additional bonuses/effects when casting spells of certain schools), whether there is an attack roll or saving throw required, and the type of damage/effect the spell may have. Then below that there is a text description that describes what the spell does.

[steep river]

And note, that's all a spell does.

Any additional way you'd want to use it that would deviate would be entirely up to the dm whether it was possible, as you'd be beyond what the defined parameters of the spell does at that point.

[hexed vapor]

Thank you guys!!

Whats the usual advancement type ? Im trying to make a new character on dnd beyond

[vapid umbra]

depends on your dm

You can change it easily though. If you don't know what your DM will do choose XP, as it allows you to have way more control.

[hexed vapor]

are most settings this way ?

[vapid umbra]

A lot of DMs use Milestone, but if you choose XP it can be technically used as Milestone.

[steep river]

The dm is the one guiding the game, and setting the overall tone for the campaign. They, in effect, call the shots for how things work in a given game.

[hexed vapor]

am i able to change my character anytime ?

[fleet field]

As in, does dnd beyond let you?

[hexed vapor]

yes

[fleet field]

Yes, it does

[hexed vapor]

thanks!

[steady ember]

How do u play if u don't mind me asking

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[true musk]

If you need specifics on how#ddb-support can help with that.

[steady ember]

How do I find a game is what I mean

[vapid umbra]

#find-a-game has channels for that

[fleet field]

You can use #find-a-game to try and look for a game using this server

[daring hare]

Hey guys I'm new to dnd and would like to ask how the combat system works for a fighter class human like me. Can I cast spells?

[steady ember]

I m a sorcerer so I just burn things:)

[daring hare]

Sounds cool lol

[steady ember]

Like if u play with me I'll start a forest fire

Lol

[daring hare]

Poor wildlife

[main fulcrum]

Only if you pick the fighter subclass that let's you cast spells. Or get a spell option from something else, like an item

Your class abilities, etc will tell you what you can do

[daring hare]

O ok ty

[hexed vapor]

What is the meaning of 1d10, 3d5, etc ?

[true musk]

If you want specifics on how combat works, the basic rules has a chapter dedicated to combat.
The Handbooker Helper series also has a short video about as well.
Both in the bot post above.

[wheat crystal]

When the game refers to rolling XdY,
X = the number of die
Y = the die type based on the number of faces

[daring hare]

Ty

[steady ember]

Lf for a game

[wheat crystal]

#find-a-game

[warm sluice]

Apparently beholders are xenophobic according to the monster manual lmao

[slow hawk]

Unless you have a question this may be better for #dnd-lore or #dnd-discussion

[wet galleon]

Hey I've just found this Discord Server after months of interest in DnD. I'd like to see if it's possible to learn whatever is necessary (I have read up on the DnD *Beyond website so I have a fairly general understanding of Classes and Races) and I would like to make sure I know how to build my very first character, I already have ideas in place for my first ever character and would appreciate a guiding hand.

And of course, I want to know what is required to, well, play my first campaign with others.

[solemn light]

Dndbeyond has a character maker, but all you really need is a sheet, and pick a class, race and background and start filling in. Following the steps in the basic rules can really help, and you can ask here if you get stuck on something.

Making a PC is soemthing you can do to practice even when you don't have a game yet, but it is best to make a new PC for a new game with the DM and group (especially as the DM needs to tell you any houserules and how to make stats).

After that it's finding a game and deciding how you want to play- online or in person.

(And if you want to DM or not)

[wet galleon]

Ah. So it seems that, for the most part, it may depend on the group party I find to play with, as well as the DM, so character creation may come after the fact?

My primarily goal is to learn as much as I can, so I am not strict on whatever first character I have to use (though I do have preferences). I wish to first have a thorough enough understanding of the game and its basics and most common intricacies, before I insert my own OC as a primary character from then on, as a more experienced player in future.

[cobalt frigate]

Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

[steady ember]

So did I do sumn wrong,my party was jailed and I teleported out and set the prison on fire,all the guards died and my friends survived, monsters got attracted to the fire and I set them on fire causing a forest fire,we escaped tho so I did nothing wrong

Please help me

[cobalt frigate]

What's there to help? You have consequences to your actions.

[steady ember]

So I did nothing wrong

Yay

[cobalt frigate]

Talk to your DM and the other players.

[steady ember]

They said I did,I'm just tryna find an excuse to start another 🔥🔥🔥

[cobalt frigate]

Again, you will have consequences to your actions. If you are creating issues to the other players then don't be surprised if the DM asks you to leave.

[valid tide]

So quick stupid question, In the context of a bunch of Fools wishing to start D&D for the sake of curiosity and Messing around, How important is learning the rules for that? Because we basically know the bare minimum of (Haha dice funni number)

[solemn light]

Honestly the answer is both 'Knowing the rules really helps' and 'You don't really need to know the rules'.

[wet galleon]

I have, though I might be missing parts here and there, but I hope to fill all gaps as is required through play.

[valid tide]

Yeah We were mostly planning to wing it on "F around and find out"

[wet galleon]

Naturally, if I have the necessary tools to do it all.

[solemn light]

When starting off, knowing at least some basic rules for combat and character creation will really help keep things balanced and prevent it becoming 'Calvin ball'.
But at the same time, you can be pretty intuitive with it, play as you feel is right and when something feels off, look up the rule for it.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[cobalt frigate]

Check the links above.

[valid tide]

Will give it a look, Pretty much all we're missing is a GM/DM that's willing to deal with our BS lol

[solemn light]

Generally the basics are 'roll a d20 + stat modifier+ bonus' to see how well you do at anything- an attack, a check, a save, so on. Just knowing that lets you improv fairly well. But the more you know the rules the less you're likely to run into 'this is obviously not working and feels bad' territory.

One of you could always DM

[cobalt frigate]

I recommend one of you volunteer to be the DM if you want to play as a group.

[valid tide]

I'm decent enough with fantasy plots, But terrible at describing and "Reading it" out in a fitting way

[cobalt frigate]

Start with a prewritten adventure.

[wet galleon]

I'll check the "introductory demo", the "Basic Rules" and the "Handkeeper Helper" links.

I am unsure about character creation, because it seems to also be dependent on the party I am joining up with, so I will probably just wing it when I get around to that, after I find a party to play with.

I hope this sounds reasonable?

If you agree, I'd like to ping you here again, once I am done. If you object, please let me know what my next course of action can be after I finish reading the aforementioned 3 sections.

[cobalt frigate]

Read the first four chapters in the Basic Rules on character creation.

Watch the "Handbooker Helper" tutorials.

[valid tide]

Any recommendations? Again we kinda just mess around

Plus we're only 3 so we need one more anyways lol

[steady ember]

@cobalt frigate are u a bit?

[cobalt frigate]

Please don't ping me

[steady ember]

Srry

[smoky adder]

I’d recommend starting with a few loose ideas for characters to practice.

Then when you get together with your group, one of those might end up being a good fit, and you can work together to add any finishing details.

[valid tide]

Any recommendations for a good way to play online? Site or app or whatever works We're all kinda like- across the world lol

[wet galleon]

Doesn't DM privilege require a far deeper understanding of the game, as well as a certain talent for creativity, improvisation, world-building, and how to advance campaigns throughout multiple play sessions (if this is applicable)?

Sorry, I've been watching a lot of vids regarding DnD over a number of weeks, and have been reading up a bunch. So I am aware of some stuff, as an outside observer who has never played a game before but has heard several stories of games, incidents, special circumstances and such.

[plucky ridge]

DMs do need to know more about the rules but they don't have to be experts. You can always refer to the books during game for clarity. For storytelling and advancement, it's good to start with a prewritten module to help learn about pacing and tempo.

[solemn light]

You can DM completely new. There are prewritten adventures that can help out, and when starting with a group of newbies, you can all help each other remember rules.

There is some extra work for DMing, depending on how you play. If you use maps or such, then you'll need to set those up for example. But that can be enjoyable too and doesn't require that much experience.

[cobalt frigate]

You don't need to memorize everything. I don't and I've been playing for 40+ years. The rule books are there for a reason — to be referenced.

[wet galleon]

Alright. Thankfully, I've read the first 3 chapters before I found this Discord Server. So I only need the 4th, and the tutorials.

I'll ping you when I am finished and need more guidance in that case. Again, please let me know if you'd prefer I ping someone else.

[cobalt frigate]

No, please don't ping me.

[wet galleon]

Understood. Please refer me to someone else if possible.

Otherwise, I will simply post here as I have before.

[cobalt frigate]

You don't need to directly reply back to me as well. I'm in this conversation.

[wet galleon]

I like to be thorough.

Nevertheless, I understand.

[cobalt frigate]

I am not a private tutor. Just ask for help in this channel and someone will help you.

[wet galleon]

Alright. Thank you for the guide.

[valid tide]

Problem with any of us becoming DMs is like- Imagine giving a book to a Rat, A salamander and a chicken that thinks it can fly

[solemn light]

Remember you can reply without pinging

[plucky ridge]

DMing just takes practice and being comfortable with making mistakes

[valid tide]

Oh I'm not talking about that, Mostly is that two out of three of us are ADHD in a physical form and the third can't be creative on the spot to save his life

[cobalt frigate]

You can't get better at DMing if you don't try and learn from your failures.

I have ADD and I DM virtually with four monitors. You learn to focus as a DM.

[wet galleon]

So what is the absolute minimum number of Players (+ DM) that can be considered a full party for a DnD game?

[cobalt frigate]

I would recommend three to five players.

[plucky ridge]

Minimum would be one DM and one player but usually it's around 4 - 5 players

Or 3 to 5. Honestly, it's what's most comfortable

[wet galleon]

My friend who introduced me to DnD, maybe 3 or so years back, has ADHD and he's always wanted to DM for me for whenever I'd actually take initiative to try it for myself.

Alright, so 2 folks saying 3~5. Thank you both.

I shall continue reading.

[steady ember]

Ok so I've discussed it and they said it's ok as long as I don't repeat it

[cobalt frigate]

Remember that the game is suppose to be fun for everyone, not just you. If you intentionally make the game less fun for the other players and the DM, then expect to be kicked.

[hexed vapor]

What is gp ?

and i didnt really understand arcane traditions

[cobalt frigate]

gp = gold pieces

Arcane traditions are the wizard sub-classes.

[odd terrace]

hey im very new and have no idea on how to get started,
how do play online? is there software i need to buy?
How to find a group of people who want to play?

[hexed vapor]

are you limited to one ?

[cobalt frigate]

Yes, you can only have one sub-class per class.

[hexed vapor]

depressing

[odd terrace]

any place where i can understand how to navigate dnd?

[cobalt frigate]

Here.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[cobalt frigate]

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

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

Both are linked above.

After you read the rules and/or watch the tutorial videos, feel free to ask questions here.

[odd terrace]

nice ty

[smoky adder]

A subclass, like Arcane Traditions, is basically just your specialization within that class.

Whichever one you choose gives you a number of unique abilities.

[smoky adder]

This article covers some of the more popular ways to play online:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online

[hexed vapor]

can anyone explain each wizard skill ?

[cunning adder]

Can I be a skeleton?

[cobalt frigate]

Not an official playable race. The closest is the reborn from Van Richton's. The DM has final say what's allowed in their campaign.

[smoky adder]

Those are all explained here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/using-ability-scores#UsingEachAbility

[errant axle]

Ok thx

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[echo kelp]

DnDBeyond is a not a place to play D&D - it's a digital toolset to help play D&D

#find-a-game is a place to read the info and instructions to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels work here.

(also in case it's missed - orange names are moderators)

[errant axle]

Oh

Ok so I made it to the #looking-for-players channel, but how do I join a game?

I’m sorry I don’t know what I’m doing

[echo kelp]

Did you read the instructions in #find-a-game? Like all of them. Even in the threads inside that channel.

(and no worries - we'll get you there eventually)

So you can look for folks posting games in #looking-for-players and direct message the poset or use the attached thread to the post to notify them that you are interested in their game.

Or in #looking-for-community you can join other D&D servers that may have games available for you to join.

[errant axle]

Oh ok I think I know what I’m doing now thanks a lot sorry for the hassle

[echo kelp]

No worries!

And welcome to the server and we hope you can find a great group to play D&D with and have tons of fun!

The bot command starts with /looking-for then select the option for what kind of post you want to create in the LFG channels.

[frigid gorge]

This place is dead lol

[astral cape]

So if I’m creating a character and let’s say I need to start at level 3 do I go ahead and add all the spells I can or do I have to get them in the campaign

[frigid gorge]

I am also wondering this as I’m reading through D&D beyond

[cobalt frigate]

Your DM will tell you if there are any restrictions

[lyric fjord]

I think you have a few cantrip slots depending on your class, but otherwise you will have to level up to learn new spells

[lusty plank]

I’m making a character and I don’t know how to fill out most of it. Can anyone help me?

[cobalt frigate]

Have you read the free Basic Rules yet?

[lusty plank]

?no

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[smoky adder]

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

[lusty plank]

Ok but how do I fill out the strength, constitution, intelligence, and wisdom thing? And the weapons?

[marble quarry]

if i'm thinking about becoming a DM where should I start? I'm not really sure but I want to start a campainge

[lusty plank]

how do I fill out the strength, constitution, intelligence, and wisdom thing? And the weapons?

[smoky adder]

?tag new abilities

[exotic remnant]

Abilities

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

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

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

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

[smoky adder]

There’s a few ways to do it, described above. Which you should use is a question to ask your DM.

Have you picked a race, class, and background already?

[smoky adder]

A short pre-written adventure is probably the easiest way to start.

There’s been a few different starter sets over the years, specifically designed for newcomers.

Dragons of Stormwreck Isle is the current one.

[marble quarry]

alright thank you

[sick drift]

ive litterally never played dnd before and my friend recommended this server

#find-a-game

[lusty plank]

His name is Tarn, he is a warforged and is a mercenary he was forged in a strange tower and brought to life using magic by a mysterious Sorcerer. He was created to steal from the nearby town but he eventually killed his creator and ran off now he is a thief/assassin for hire he will take any job for the right price

[slow hawk]

Please start by reading the basic rules

They answer all of your questions

[smoky adder]

Nice! So a rogue, then, or some other class?

[compact sail]

hi! at my school we recently got a dnd club. last year i was interested in playing but had no one to play with but i started making a character. because of the new club at school, which i joined, i remade my character, got the players handbook, got a set of dice, and made my character on hero forge!

[frigid gorge]

Dude this is so hard

[compact sail]

my character is a variant human(damaran), and hes a rogue who's background is a criminal (specifically a pickpocket), hes named after me but the german version of my first name, and his last name means foggy night(correct me if im wrong pls, im currently learning german so im not fluent), his name is wilhelm nachtnebel, and hes a chaotic neutral!

[compact sail]

what is, if u specify i could look it up in my players handbook

[jolly portal]

Do all characters need to have my fancy fantasy names

[radiant perch]

Not really

[jolly portal]

What if I want to name my character Tom or smth normal

[radiant perch]

My last character was John Hendal

[echo kelp]

It's your character. You can name them whatever you want. But the DM and others playing may want soemthing that fits the type of D&D game you're playing.

[radiant perch]

It can be as normal or eccentric as ya want

[jolly portal]

I'm gonna name her Bartholomew dikus the 3rd

[compact sail]

i dont think they necessarily need to be specifically fantasy, you can have fantasy names but its not a requirement

[radiant perch]

😂

[jolly portal]

Because I have the humor sense of a 12 year old boy

[minor loom]

Real

[radiant perch]

Sounds like a guy though ngl

[compact sail]

and sometimes other ages but im also autistic sooo

[lusty plank]

How do I fill out the character sheets, I’ve been told what to do but not how to do it

[radiant perch]

Hello good sir, my name is Bartholomew Dicus the Third and I require your assistance in a civil matter

[minor loom]

I was about to ask the same thing

[radiant perch]

Yall using a normal sheet?

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[echo kelp]

The first chapter of the free basic rules goes through step by step on how to create a character

[minor loom]

Well I don’t have a printer and I’m on my phone so

[echo kelp]

DnDBeyond has a mobile app for character sheets

[minor loom]

Ight thx

[radiant perch]

There's also roll 20, and 5eCompanion

[echo kelp]

Fight Club 5e also (mobile app for character sheets)

[compact sail]

what exactly do i put in features and traits, ive not seen anything that explains what, neither in the book or online

or if it is in the book could someone tell me what page or chapter?

[echo kelp]

Features & Traits come from various sources - your class, your race, and any feats.

[compact sail]

oooooooh that makes so much sense, tysm!!

[minor loom]

Should I download all of them or just pick my preference?

[echo kelp]

I like DnDBeyond's app because if you buy official materials through DnDBeyond you can access and use it there. Also has a nice off-line mode.
Also Fight Club 5e is nice however anything not in the SRD/Free Basic rules you'll have to build yourself (but totally doable).

Both have built in dice rolling too

[compact sail]

i personally would download all then see which i like best and uninstall the others

[echo kelp]

Also a good idea - find what works best for you.

[minor loom]

Alright thanks

[coral beacon]

alright so I made my online character sheet, now what

[wheat crystal]

If you want to get feedback on it, you can go to #character-discussion

If you want to optimize it, you can go to #optimization

If you feel it’s ready to be played in a game, you can go to #find-a-game within this server or look for games online/IRL in other communities

[untold sandal]

Hey I’m kind of new to dnd

I know some things but are still learning new things

Like I don’t think I know enough to homebrew a spell

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[cobalt frigate]

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

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

Both are linked above.

After you read the rules and/or watch the tutorial videos, feel free to ask questions here.

[cobalt frigate]

I highly recommend you DON'T bother with homebrewing since you're a new player. Besides your DM will need to approve any homebrew stuff.

[untold sandal]

Well actually I’ve homebrewed a few times

[cobalt frigate]

Homebrewing is something we don't talk about or really encourage in this channel.

This channel is to help new players learn the rules of D&D.

[untold sandal]

I made a enchanted cloak for my rogue, a fairy race, and a 🔫 for my bard

[untold sandal]

Okay

[cobalt frigate]

If you want to talk about homebrewing then head on over to #homebrew

[true musk]

To give further context, the reason why homebrew is not recommended for new players is because you need to know how the rules work in order to understand what rules you can bend, break, or replace.
Just like how you wouldn't want change engine parts if you don't know how an engine works.

[serene cosmos]

Is there a way to filter 5e sourcebooks/adventures to only those you own?. Or did wotc format their site to intentionally make you scroll through unowned content

[echo kelp]

That would be a #ddb-support question and no, there isn't (yet) a way to filter items you own on DnDBeyond - it is something the devs know there is a great desire for and they have said it's something they do want to improve (along with search).

[minor loom]

So for dnd beyond do you have the pay to be a dm

[echo kelp]

No. You can play D&D with just the free basic rules.

Buying books just unlocks more game options like subclasses, races, magic items, spells, feats, and additional rules you can use in your games

[true musk]

The subscription tiers do allow you to created unlimited characters and combat encounters.
Along with adding publicly shared homebrew content and enabling content sharing with other players.
Though this also isn't needed to be a DM.

[cobalt frigate]

DMs tend to be the ones who spend money on books. This has been a thing for decades.

[copper frigate]

Crys in broke DM

[iron panther]

Hi, I'm semi new to DnD. I think I have most of it down, but I always have trouble remembering what dice go with what roll. Like a perception check, or a damage check.

[serene cosmos]

All ability checks, attack rolls, and saves are rolled with d20s. Damage rolls are weapon/spell dependent

[iron panther]

Ooh, alright. Thank you! That was the only thing still tripping me up

[somber turtle]

hi i’m quest i am new to DnD and i want to be able to do online DnD but im not really sure what to do and im down to play any game !!!

[serene cosmos]

You can go to #find-a-game to find groups that play off/online. For more advanced online tools like VTTs (virtual tabletops), sites like Roll20, Owlbear VTT, and Foundry VTT are most commonly used

[somber turtle]

interesting thank you

[fleet field]

?tag new online

[exotic remnant]

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

[cedar comet]

what kinds of games should I be looking for as a newcomer?

[fair kayak]

I would say lower level games that are open to helping beginners, most games are like that though

[astral oriole]

im currently making the switch from D&D Online to Pen and Paper

[quiet snow]

I'm new so do I need to have a mic or is it optional?

[cobalt frigate]

It depends if the game is in-person or online. If ti's online, it's up to the DM if they use voice chat.

[quiet snow]

Ok is most games text or voice?

[plucky ridge]

It varies depending on the game. Some use voice, some text and some are in person

[quiet snow]

Ok

[cobalt frigate]

Online is quite common these days, especially during and post pandemic.

[hoary carbon]

I long for the day that I can dust off the dice bag once more

[karmic axle]

Hello everyone new to this and need any and all advice for this timid but fun new girl trying to learn

[smoky adder]

Welcome! There’s some handy links here to get you started:

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[smoky adder]

But if you’ve got any specific questions, feel free to ask!

[karmic axle]

Thank you so much lol . I begged my ex bf forever to teach me how to play … never would. And I have wanted to learn but didn’t know where to start so I appreciate it very much

Ty @smoky adder

[delicate vortex]

Don't let the amount of information overwhelm you, most importantly.

Out of the many pages in player material, you only need as much as your character needs.

Which is represented by the 3-page character sheet, for quick reference.

DND Beyond, books, and the notes you take are there for you too, because memorizing information can only do so much.

[karmic axle]

Thank you so much @delicate vortex

[dreamy compass]

Hey everyone.
I've always wanted to try actually dnd but i can't buy dnd stuff where i live so my closest experience is the Baldur's Gate 3 game. I know there's a lot of difference between that and dnd 5e and I've tried to learn as much as possible.
Is there a way to play dnd online? Like i want to but i literally can not buy any dnd stuff like books, miniatures or maps or anything. Can anyone help me learn more and if there is a way to play online can someone dm me and invite me to their campaign? It would be my first time actually playing dnd instead of a video game variant like Baldur's Gate

[echo kelp]

You can play with just the free basic rules.

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[spark ivy]

Hello!! I am new to DND. I'd just like to ask whether there is a channel where I can watch DND as a newbie but not yet participate? Thanks in advance!

[wheat crystal]

If you want to see how D&D is played over video there’s plenty of streams across twitch, YouTube, etc.

Just keep in mind some of the most popular D&D shows are often run by professional writers, actors, comedians, etc that are likely not super representative of the average table

[echo kelp]

(and such D&D streams are entertainment first rather than "how to play D&D")

Still useful but know what they're actually doing.

[wheat crystal]

If you want to look over the basic rules (linked in this channels pins), on YouTube the show Critical Role has made a series of videos called Handbooker Helper that acts as a nice audiovisual supplement to character creation

[wet galleon]

Would it be possible for newcomers to have an intro game dedicated to beginners? I see at least two folks that have joined today, and who also want to learn just like I want to.

[smoky adder]

There’s a good article here that covers some of the more popular ways to play online:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/750-new-players-guide-how-to-play-d-d-online

[lyric fjord]

Thank you!

What is a good class to start with if you're still adjusting to the game?

[smoky adder]

The martial classes like fighter, barbarian, or rogue tend to be the simpler ones.

Any class with spellcasting requires you to learn more.

But none of it is unknowable.

I’d say just go with whatever most interests you. You’ll be more invested if you’re telling the story you want to tell.

A human champion fighter is the simplest option in the game, but not everyone wants to tell the story of a human champion fighter.

[tawdry yoke]

hey so, I kinda am starting to want to begin playing DND after a long time thinking and being scared to join this community lol. I do wanna ask for advice as I've been rejected from Redditor's posts for LFG like 6 times. But does anyone have any advice to find games that accept BRAND new people? Like I have 0% experience with the tabletop game, I do have made a OC tho!

[lyric fjord]

So you have multiple options outside of reddit.

You could try finding a game here in #find-a-game, you could try roll20's LFG function and you could try Startplaying if you don't mind paying

[tawdry yoke]

I have no idea about roll20's but I can see in #find-a-game , do I click for communities?

Or the looking-for-players?

[upper flare]

Hello!
I kind of want to try to learn dnd as a whole. it seems really fun. but I dont know where to start nor join one.
any guides?
also how wild csn the characters be?

[lyric fjord]

First, read the main page. Then you can either look at what people posted in looking for players, or make a post yourself in looking for DM.

[tawdry yoke]

Alright :)

[lyric fjord]

Well, what was said before applies to you too. But if you want to learn DnD, being brand new, you can't go wrong just reading the Player's Handbook, or even just the basic rules.

When it comes to how wild the characters can be... Well, you have to follow the rules of character creation

[upper flare]

oo alright!
is there a link? or is it the same one as the one above?

[upper flare]

oo so it depends on the dm?

[smoky adder]

Not just the DM, but the whole group.

[lyric fjord]

Well, depends. Do you want to buy the player's handbook, or just read the basic rules? They're available for free here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules

[smoky adder]

If everyone else wants to play something like Lord of the Rings but one person comes in with Monty Python and the Holy Grail energy, it’s probably not gonna work.

[lyric fjord]

It's a matter of how the group wants the campaign to be. It really depends on a lot of factors

[smoky adder]

And vice versa

[vivid sage]

lmao

[fiery crystal]

here at dnd beyond character creation
completely new but i get the gist (though, I can't take this lots of information)
what are these sources option thingies

[smoky adder]

D&D is a game of group storytelling, so it’s important to make sure everyone’s telling the same story.

[lyric fjord]

And even in serious campaigns. If you have one person who wants Lord of the Rings, another who wants A Song of Ice and Fire, you will get into a lot of dissonance.

[smoky adder]

You should ask your DM which of those to use. Essentially they add different rule sets to the available options for your character.

If you don’t have a DM yet, I’d recommend leaving that whole first page at the default settings.

[fiery crystal]

I just went straight to character creation after signing up in dnd beyond

[upper flare]

yay
okay how bout picking a class?
what do classes like artificer do?

[fiery crystal]

k

[smoky adder]

Artificers are basically magical inventors.

This article gives a quick overview of the different classes:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1047-d-d-101-a-quick-breakdown-of-classes-in-dungeons

[lyric fjord]

Artificers are semi-spellcasters. Their mechanics are all about magical items and stuff and... Well, honestly, they're probably not the simplest class for a beginner.

[upper flare]

lol what is a good beginner class?
something that uses a lot of talking so i can practice improvising a bit more

[amber sierra]

Bard.

[smoky adder]

Any class can talk to people. 😅

[lyric fjord]

Any class can be social, that's not dependant on the class.

[upper flare]

bard?

[smoky adder]

A character with a high charisma score would help with social interactions.

[amber sierra]

For me it is the most social class in the entire game, that depends on how you see it.

[smoky adder]

Since bards use charisma as their spellcasting ability, that makes it any easy fit.

But any class with spellcasting will be more complex than a class without.

[lyric fjord]

The classes that use charisma are the bard, the paladin, the warlock and the sorcerer.

[upper flare]

spellcasting?

[smoky adder]

The ability to cast spells

Magic

[lyric fjord]

Non-spellcasting classes are the rogue, the barbarian, the fighter and the monk.

[smoky adder]

A rogue might be a good non-spellcasting option.

[amber sierra]

Rogues are cool. B)

[lyric fjord]

None of those are based on charisma, but it's not a problem if you want to make a social character. It depends more on your background and proficiencies anyways

[upper flare]

but how is it harder?
how different is it from like saying
"i cast fireball"
if you get my gist

[tawdry yoke]

Hey! Is #searching-for-dm, for players who want to find a DM to play under?

Or is it for DMs to find matches to lead

[amber sierra]

Eyo, me lol

[echo kelp]

Yes Looking For Dm is for folks looking to find a group or game to join

[tawdry yoke]

Amazing!

[lyric fjord]

Well it's harder because you have to manage the rules for all your different spells, and your spell slots (how many spells you are able to cast before needing to rest).

[upper flare]

ooo

[lyric fjord]

You cast fireball, sure. But then, you have to decide where the center of the fireball will be, look at the radius of the explosion, how many creatures are in the area, have them roll their dexterity save to see if they can take less damage...

[upper flare]

yeah that sounds so much easier as opposed to just hitting your opponents in the face lol
is dnd a magic dominated game or is it balanced?

[lyric fjord]

More or less balanced, but it's complicated.

[upper flare]

complicated?

[lyric fjord]

At the end of the day, spellcasting classes can do stuff martial classes can't do so...

[upper flare]

oh true
thanks for the info, ill be reading the guide now!

[exotic remnant]

Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

[humble stratus]

hey, my friend and I have never played DND before and are looking to play it online with a group, what software/apps would we want to have to play online?

[echo kelp]

All you need is a way to communicate with each other. Could run a game via phone call if you wanted.

[exotic remnant]

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

[echo kelp]

I suggest taking a look at various tools out there and see what will work well for you and your group and technology limits

I run a hybrid in-person/online game using Discord.

We also use DnDBeyond and Avrae (Discord bot)

DnDBeyond helps with the character sheets and rules.
Avrae for dice rolling and quick rules lookups.
Then Discord for tying it all together and providing a way for our online players to participate.

Some folks use Virtual Tabletops like Roll20, FoundryVTT, Fantasy Grounds, or Owlbear.rodeo to provide maps and tokens

[ashen roost]

Yeah, I had an interest in DND and with the coming summer vacation I thought it might be the time to get into it but I don’t know where to start can anyone suggest me a yt video or something similar that I can watch or listen to that can teach me the basics of DND for someone that has 0 knowledge for the game

[exotic remnant]

What is D&D?

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

How does it work?

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

Where do I start?

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

[echo kelp]

Check the information in the bot message above (and also check the pinned messages here in the channel)

[ornate willow]

Someone can help me? I am new in D&D and i need know what attribute a cleric elf need use to heal a NPc?

[echo kelp]

Clerics use Wisdom for their primary spellcasting attribute

[ornate willow]

thanks

[ashen roost]

How does a paladin whose backstory is that they lost their faith in their patron diety work?

[echo kelp]

Really depends on the world/setting you're in and/or what your DM decides how things work in their game. But paladins don't have to worship a god - their power comes from their devotion to their oath.

[ashen roost]

Or how about an exiled paladin, or more accurately a paladin who abandoned their faith after a traumatic incident during a failed crusade

[echo kelp]

There is the oathbreaker paladin subclass but that is very much up to whether the DM allows it.

[ornate kiln]

a Paladin doesnt have to follow a deity. so the more important question is, did they abandon their Oath or its tenets?

[echo kelp]

That subclass is found in the Dungeon Master's Guidebook (https://www.dndbeyond.com/subclasses/oathbreaker)

[ornate kiln]

and a paladin who loses their conviction in their oath, maybe they just swear a different oath that fits better for their new outlook

[ashen roost]

Soo are they like limited to what spells they can use like they can’t use a certain spell because they don’t have faith or their abilities are weakened in effectiveness?

[echo kelp]

Mechanically there is no impact unless you switch to a different oath (or use the Oathbreaker subclass).

A paladin mechanically is a paladin regardless of what their backstory is.

[ashen roost]

I’m trying to make a paladin character that broke their oath by abandoning a past encounter and thus are limited in the use of their skill which locks their skills even if they already have the requirement to use it and have to ‘atone’ for it by doing certain missions to unlock it, can I do that? And if so how can I make them balanced for the game?

[ornate kiln]

if your Paladin fails their Oath during a game, the DM might handle it in different ways

a) require the paladin to do some task to regain their Oath
b)switch to a different class like fighter until the Oath is renewed or another is sworn
c) if the player was doing very evil stuff, they might change the class to Oathbreaker

[ashen roost]

Ahh I see thanks

[ornate kiln]

if this stuff happened during you backstory, then your Oath would be whatever the final outcome of those scenarios was

[ashen roost]

Hmm ok

[ornate kiln]

this is all very DM dependant, and its best to work closely with your DM on this

[deft sigil]

Or you'd have to work with your DM to incorporate the mechanical setbacks and how to alleviate them.

Just be careful that a character concept does not start to become main character syndrome where your paladins atonement takes over an entire tables game.

Also giving yourself restrictions is an interesting move, especially to start a game. Make sure the flavor equals fun

[ashen roost]

Thanks, very much appreciated

[ashen roost]

Where do I buy the DND handbook and starter kit? And is there shipping to the Philippines?

[echo kelp]

Amazon sells it

[ashen roost]

I live in the Philippines all our online shops don’t seems to have them

[echo kelp]

But perhaps digital access is suitable enough? Don't know your situation but DnDBeyond sells everything digitally and you can actually buy individual items (like a specific class)

Anything you buy that way gets deducted from the book so if you do decide to buy the full book on DnDBeyond it's reduced by the amount you've already purchased.

[ashen roost]

Oh ok I’ll check that later

[wet galleon]

Hi. So I have read up on the Basic Rules, up to Chapter 4, and I have watched all vids on Handbooker Helper (aside from Monster Hearts 2). What is the next step for me?

I was thinking of drawing up my first character already, but I imagine it'd be best if I had a DM or a game. But, well, I'm nervous and would like guidance.

[ornate kiln]

you can make a character for practice, just dont expect them to be played exactly as made in your first game

[wet galleon]

Alright. Practicing character creation sounds like a good idea. I'm guessing once I'm comfortable with doing so, I can just ask for games?

[smoky adder]

I’d recommend making a few different practice characters. At least as rough ideas.

Then when you find a game, you can work with the DM to see if any of those are good fit and add any finishing touches.

But you can look for a game whenever you like, though.

[wet galleon]

Gotcha. I guess it's not necessary to go for anything fancy on a first tryout.

[tawdry relic]

can anyone tell me if this is a good build for a rogue? I have seven total HP, 16 strength with mods, 17 dex with mods, 17 IQ with mods, 10 wisdom and 16 charisma?

my cons is dog though I got seven cons

[lyric fjord]

7 hp 😭

[tawdry relic]

I got a negative one on my cons

[fluid olive]

can someone explain how exactly death works?

[tawdry relic]

if it helps it my first campaign and she is having pity on me as im at a ripe 1.4 hp

and we left off in a cave with 2 owlbears

[fluid olive]

...i think you just might be cooked, my friend

[tawdry relic]

our only healer refuses to heal anyone but her boyfriends in RL so I think im cooked

[fluid olive]

at 1.4 hp, you arent in what would be considered double owlbear fighting shape

[tawdry relic]

only a lvl 1 dragonborn rogue

[wet galleon]

According to what I understood through Handbooker Helper's vids,

If you are taken down to 0 HP, you are simply unconscious, and unless an enemy attempts to further attack your lifeless body, you can still be resuscitated through healing spells or through making a Saving Check to determine whether you get back up on 1 HP, or if you are pronounced dead on the ground.

However, if the damage you took greatly exceeds the amount of Hit Points you had left, like, say, you have 14 HP and suffered damage of 30, then you are very very dead.

[astral cape]

For the magnificent mansion spell when I make the door is it permanent or can I re use the spell anywhere

[tawdry relic]

poor Grigor Zinsys is not making it

[fluid olive]

ok yeah nah.
bring that up to them and voice your concern about how they're playing and how its affecting the group
if that doesnt work then contact the dm about it.

[wet galleon]

But you can be resurrected, reincarnated, revived, or special potions or items seem to exist in-game which can be used to bring you back to life with different variations of said effect.

[tawdry relic]

its a highschool group so it doesnt really matter for a first campaign because ive been looking at a necromancer type build that looks fun

[hoary carbon]

Necromancers are fun, if a little confusing at first

[tawdry relic]

so if I need a new character im going to try and go that route

[solemn light]

When you hit 0hp, you need to make a death save on your turn, which is just a d20.
If lower than 10, you fail. If higher, you succeed. A 1 counts as two fails. A 20 means you wake up with 1hp.
Hits dealt to you give one automatic failure.
On three fails, you die.
On three successes you have 0hp but are stable.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/basic-rules/combat#Droppingto0HitPoints

[tawdry relic]

I need to buy Tashas cauldron and ive got the money but I forgot my amazon prime login RIP

[wet galleon]

Oh. I heard the vids mention "stable".

But what does that mean, actually?

[tawdry relic]

like in RL stable condition

[wet galleon]

What does it mean to be "stable"?

[tawdry relic]

like your not exactly guarenteed to die

[fluid olive]

@wet galleon thank you
i do have a question
i remember in baldurs gate 3, if you used the help action on someone who was doing saving throws, it brought them up to 1 hp
does 5e have something similar or was that just for game balance