#dnd-newcomers

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fervent chasm
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Start from the beginning.

wicked timber
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Picking a race?

fervent chasm
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Yes. Which type of species do you want to be?

wicked timber
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Half elf

fervent chasm
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OK. So you can write that down on the race thing. And write on the notes the name of the features half-elves get. We'll come back to the attribute bonuses later.

wicked timber
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okay

fervent chasm
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Next is...?

wicked timber
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class?

true musk
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It would likely help you if start with a premade character that is closest to what you want. That way you have something you can use and compare to as you learn the in and outs of character creation. Dnd beyond offers free premade characters when you start up their character creator.

fervent chasm
# wicked timber class?

Yes. You can choose what you want to be. What's your character good at? What type of cool things can they do?

wicked timber
fervent chasm
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Well, that's a good option as well. Please come back if you still have questions.

true musk
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Though I recommend choosing the level 1 character options.

rose swift
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hello i only played baldursgate3 and i was interested in playing dnd. how does it work and how do i join an adventure

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subtle mason
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hey i have a quick question. new to DND

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is it allowed to join campaigns stemming from this server?

fallen surge
# rose swift hello i only played baldursgate3 and i was interested in playing dnd. how does i...

Baldur's Gate 3 can be a great introduction to the world of D&D. I'm glad it got you interested! Its important to keep in mind however, that baldur's gate was only inspired by the rules of D&D. They changed a lot, to make it better fit as a video game. It would be a good idea to review the Basic Rules of 5e, and don't assume that you know how something works just because you know how it works in Baldur's Gate. Be sure to go in with an open mind!

fallen surge
# subtle mason is it allowed to join campaigns stemming from this server?

The games advertised on this server are run by community members, and not managed by the server at all. You are absolutely welcome to request to join any that are open and seeking new members, if you think it would be a good fit for you, but it will ultimately be up to the DM and potentially the rest of their group if you can join or not. Every single game is different, and what sort of rules or criteria they have is entirely up to them

subtle mason
fallen surge
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#looking-for-players is where DMs advertise their games. You can use the reply thread underneath each post to request to join if you think its a good fit for you.

subtle mason
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oh! how did i miss that?! lol

fallen surge
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#find-a-game and more detailed instruction on how to use those channels or make your own post

subtle mason
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thanks for helping me out. i appreciate it a lot

fallen surge
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My pleasure

warm sinew
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Hii

celest cobalt
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hi, if a mod could help me with the #find-a-game directions that would be nice thank you

warm sinew
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I'm new to all of this but have been interested in it for a bit

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true musk
# celest cobalt hi, if a mod could help me with the <#1070720656917938227> directions that would...

Online options in this server:

  • Follow the instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to make a post in #looking-for-dm .
  • Reach out to people in the #looking-for-players channel.
  • These posts are by DMs looking for players.
  • Tip: Take your time to read these posts and see if they are compatible with your preferences and interests.
  • Tip: Reply to these posts with your preferences and play styles to help the DM determine if you are compatible.
  • Check out #looking-for-community as responses to postings will point you to communities that host dnd games.
  • If your budget can afford it check out #paid-looking-for-game
  • You should also keep an eye out for the events calendar of the server.
severe grove
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Hey I'm new here, can someone help me? Never done DnD bf and I always wanted to learn

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harsh fjord
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If you have particular questions the bot post above doesn't answer, do ask!

severe grove
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K

fluid pike
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I never played dungeons and dragons, I got the general gist of it, but idk anything , i wanna play a game to learn, how?

harsh fjord
fluid pike
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What’s the difference between wizard and sorcerer?

harsh fjord
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Mechanically or narratively?

fluid pike
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….both?

severe grove
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Is there a create a character channel or something?

harsh fjord
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Wizards use Intelligence for their spellcasting and get access to the widest range of spells, making them quite versatile. They learn spells as they level up, but they can also scribe more in their spellooks. Wizards study to learn their magic.

Sorcerers use Charisma for their spellcasting, and they know a limited number of spells. They gain special abilities to twist their spells like greater range, casting unnoticed, double-casting, and more. They are born with magical abilities.

harsh fjord
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But there's no specific create-a-character channel.

fluid pike
harsh fjord
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To simplify, more or less.

fluid pike
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OK, how do I do a game?

harsh fjord
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Did you read the bot post?

fluid pike
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Only the basic rules, one sec I’ll read more

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I have dragon ancestry? Which dragon should I choose?

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@harsh fjord

harsh fjord
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Up to you. You could go for aesthetics or because of the associated damage type.

Also, don't ping folks out of left field, please!

fluid pike
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Alr srry!!

true musk
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Feel free to ask questions. Just understand that people will answer when they can.

fluid pike
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Do I click on start new campain??

harsh fjord
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I don't think that's necessary. Have you finished going through the character-creation process?

fluid pike
harsh fjord
true musk
fluid pike
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Ok so do I start the campaign

harsh fjord
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The DM creates the campaign, typically.

fluid pike
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Oh ok

true musk
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They also take time to setup like any other social event.

fluid pike
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So do I just ask if anyone wants to start a party or do I go to the find a game channel

fluid pike
harsh fjord
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Follow the instructions in #find-a-game. Asking people outside of those channels is off-topic.

fluid pike
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Ok where do I go to add the things the community game needs

true musk
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Can you clarify what you mean?

fluid pike
timber night
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Hello. 🩷☺️

true musk
fluid pike
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true musk
# timber night Hello. 🩷☺️

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re unsure of how to create a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

true musk
late solar
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This isn’t a question For the game but rather I am wondering what’s a good place to start with miniatures? Never had any/painted any before, is there a good starter kit or something like that?

echo kelp
hexed elbow
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How much time do I need to spare to learn how to play this shit

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I want to play it with someone but I never have

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Nor do I know how

vivid trench
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Hi guys, I just joined the server I want to learn how to play!

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true musk
# vivid trench Hi guys, I just joined the server I want to learn how to play!

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

vivid trench
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Thankssss I already know some basic things about the game, I'd like to start creating a character and joining a game later

true musk
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First few chapters cover the character creation process.
As a heads up, when setting up your stats use standard array or point buy over rolling for your stats.

empty tapir
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The first time I played D&D was back in 1983 and I only ventured to two rooms before I died. Now thanks to Critical Role and being old enough to fund my own fun I want to venture past two rooms. I look forward to learning a few things and find a community to quest with.

fierce plinth
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In about a week, I’m joining a lost mines of Phandalin campaign , I’m gonna be playing a wood-elf ranger, any advice…? 😅

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For builds and things to avoid , etc

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We are doing shattered obelisk after that, so..

true musk
halcyon turtle
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Always wanted to play D&D, But just never had the time for it. Now that I'm finally free to pursue it I don't know whether I want to be a Player or DM first lol

On one hand. I have this really great world that I've been working on for a long time, I think it'd be awesome to run a campaign In my world, with one of its many conflicts as a backdrop.
And on the other hand, I love roleplaying, and have some great character ideas. Ughhh, It's so hard to choose...

sterile forge
halcyon turtle
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I don't think I've ever been more torn on something lol
I mean theoretically, I could do both, but that's basically two different things, and that would be a lot of different information to learn at once. At least as a beginner

harsh fjord
swift torrent
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How do I start?

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harsh fjord
warm sinew
true musk
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I recommend getting some rest then.

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

cold locust
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Hey, I was just wondering if there was any importance in religion when making my character? I'm using the beyond character creator

true musk
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Generally no.
If you're not part of a dnd campaign yet, then best save for after you find one.
Depending on the campaign setting, certain pantheons may or may not exist.

tropic forum
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Why is it so hard as a newcomer to find an experience like 2nd campaign of Critical Role xD

velvet jetty
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Matt Mercer is a professional, most run of the mill DMs just won't be able to compeat

fresh fable
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Cause that’s a group that has been playing together for 10+ years

velvet jetty
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That too

vague pilot
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all of them professional voice actors

fresh fable
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Go watch campaign 1 episode one and you’ll see just a bunch of friends playing, being a professional voice actor doesn’t make you something special and a great dnd player it’s just a skill they have

crude musk
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Critical Role exists in a different environment and under different pressures than your home game, so you cannot reproduce it at home nor should you try

vague pilot
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any group can do great things in a campaign if they develop enough rapport and trust. it doesn't have to be entertaining to watch

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just needs to be fun while doing it

calm oak
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i think this a bit not in the way of the newcomer channel (maybe not?)

crude musk
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Given how many people join D&D via CR, it's good to help newcomers set reasonable expectations and understand the difference between a game you might see on twitch and what your first game may be like

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It's a campaign that generates revenue so many of the players, especially Matt, can make it their primary source of income. Matt can literally make money from putting up videos of him setting up maps for encounters
For most of the players, it's something they do as part of their "day-jobs", so it's not competing for their time in the same way D&D does when you play as purely a hobby
They're aware of the fact that they have an audience, which while it doesn't affect what they do, it does shape how they play; there's an pressure to be more 'present' than you might get at a home game

young gulch
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Im about to run my first gameas dm next week. I'm excited and a bit scared tbh. I have many magic based people in my game and I'm not too sure how to roll for combat. I'll have to re read the rules. But it'll be fun im sure.

timid locust
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If you're looking to find games to join, we kindly ask that you use the channels dedicated to doing so: #find-a-game

wind torrent
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Privjet!

knotty moon
young gulch
warm sinew
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I need help finding a game

harsh fjord
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What sort of help?

grave onyx
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Hello. I recently started playing a game with friends, and I'm playing a Rogue, and we reached level 3. I'm using DnD Beyond to help me understand what I do in the game, but the only available option for a subclass I have on DnD Beyond is Thief, but I want to use another subclass. Is there anything I can do, other than make an actual character sheet? I'm 100% sure I'll forget many things if I use a normal character sheet as opposed to using DnD B.

timid locust
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Unfortunately, if you want another subclass you'll have to either purchase it from DnD Beyond, or have someone else in that campaign who has access to it share the content with you.

grave onyx
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Share as in, tell me what other subclasses do? Cause I have an app that does that, but dndbeyond does the stuff automatically

timid locust
unique hornet
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Technically, that would be up to the dm, if they are going to allow a homebrew, so it may not be allowed.

wanton sequoia
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I possibly read messages in the wrong order.

grave onyx
true musk
warm sinew
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I feel embarrassed but direct messaging

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Just figured out I probably shouldn’t have done that

harsh fjord
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Have you been looking on this server only or elsewhere?

warm sinew
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No I’ve tried Roll20 before too

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I was invited here by a friend

true musk
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A lot of times it's not just how we try to find games but how we go about trying to join them that have an impact.

harsh fjord
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Zero has a whole breakdown of options for finding a game, so I'll let him do his thing. But if you're after even more places to search, take a look at my Looking for Game/Group guide.

true musk
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One break down coming right up dndLol

warm sinew
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Yeah I’m not always the best with socializing when it comes to new people

true musk
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For in person games you can:

  • Visit tabletop game shops
  • Visit local conventions
  • Visit your local libraries
  • Visit your school
  • Search Meetup for local play groups.
    As these tend to host opportunities to play in person and tend to be very new player friendly.

Online options in this server:

  • Follow the instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to make a post in #looking-for-dm .
  • Reach out to people in the #looking-for-players channel.
  • These posts are by DMs looking for players.
  • Tip: Take your time to read these posts and see if they are compatible with your preferences and interests.
  • Tip: Reply to these posts with your preferences and play styles to help the DM determine if you are compatible.
  • Check out #looking-for-community as responses to postings will point you to communities that host dnd games.
  • If your budget can afford it check out #paid-looking-for-game
  • You should also keep an eye out for the events calendar of the server.

** Adventurers League**

Other options

harsh fjord
warm sinew
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The problem really isn’t socializing it’s just trying to communicate effectively, it’s takes me a bit to read people

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I have adhd and autism so

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I really like doing group activities tho outside of the initial anxiety it gives me

true musk
warm sinew
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Thank you 💕

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Omgg I watch that first channel lol, my therapist made me watch her vids 😭

worldly imp
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What's good fellas. I spent 400+ on baldurs gate due to buying it a month ago. Got into dnd. What now?

true musk
# warm sinew Thank you 💕

Happy to help. dndCheers
In regards to improving your chances of finding a group. Here are some tips that can help.

  • Figure out what your D&D preferences are.
  • There are many different ways to play D&D and sometimes certain playstyles and preferences aren't compatible with each other.
  • Ask yourself questions such as the ones mentioned by PointyHat to figure out what type of game is right for you: https://youtu.be/yUhWlfH68L4
  • Use your answers focus on campaigns ads that meet your preferences.
  • Reach out to ads where Dungeon Masters are looking for players.
  • Given that there are more players than DMs out there, players need to to proactive in reaching out to others.
  • Make yourself stand from other applicants.
  • Mention, what specifically about a campaign post that you are interested in.
  • Share your preferences and playstyles
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true musk
# worldly imp What's good fellas. I spent 400+ on baldurs gate due to buying it a month ago. G...

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

worldly imp
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Noiceee. Thank you mane! Super stoked! 💪🏼

round kindle
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If I want to discuss other rpgs, specifically get recommendations, am I supposed to do so in #non-dnd-topics ? I assume there is no thread for that, right?

harsh fjord
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Correct on both counts!

dim zealot
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Hello, I'm like somewhat new to DnD cause my friends put me on to it but I restarted and want to try if anyone can help me it would be very helpful, plus I want to try a game as well

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true musk
# dim zealot Hello, I'm like somewhat new to DnD cause my friends put me on to it but I resta...

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

stuck hazel
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hi! im realy interested in dnd but i dont know how to play and none of my freinds know how to play

frosty orchid
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is it too much to ask an NPC "Who are you going to believe me or your own eyes?" for a deception roll?

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true musk
# stuck hazel hi! im realy interested in dnd but i dont know how to play and none of my freind...

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

true musk
shrewd temple
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Hi...
New here. Not new to D&D but still learning so I feel comfortable coming to this section. .

crude musk
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Well this channel is more for people who are new to/beginners at D&D

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So you might not get much from this channel if you're comfortable with D&D

shrewd temple
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Okay foxouch Ty I'll head there

copper shadow
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Because you absolutely can, but it isn't mandatory.

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Whomst

quiet pike
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No, I thinks it's cool when you do though

copper shadow
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Very true

iron olive
torn yoke
iron olive
copper shadow
iron olive
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I just hope with the new core rule books there's an option to use the old one so we can still use our old books easily

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It would help returning players as well

crude musk
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Let's stay on topic please

copper shadow
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We are talking about the new player experience

crude musk
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This is the newcomer channel, if people want to discuss the 2024 core rulebooks, please use #1026901431132885064

crude musk
modern widget
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I just dmed my first game ever and I have NO CLUE how to continue how do I make my campaign not stale frfr 💔💔💔

crude musk
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My advice is to look at adventures written by others to see how they structure them and what content they include

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There are obviously official adventures for D&D, and lots of free ones people have shared

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A good tip I would have for not letting your campaign go "stale" is to lean into whatever your players seem excited about

upbeat socket
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how do i share a picture? it was imgur but my comment was deleted

echo kelp
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Make sure when sharing links that 1) it's server appropriate and 2) that you provide text context for what the link is (describe what the link is)

upbeat socket
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i did, for both

echo kelp
stiff smelt
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Hey so I'm gonna be dm for the first time for also first time players like 2-3 friends any tips

echo kelp
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?dmtips

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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.

echo kelp
upbeat socket
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i’m creating a character in roll20 for the first time. i’m making a subrace tiefling. there is a custom option where i entered my subrace. but i’m not sure if that’s allowed, or if i put the name of the subrace correctly since it has “bloodline” in the title

echo kelp
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Roll20 is a 3rd party tool - maybe folks in #third-party would know how to handle that although maybe check with Roll20's support forums/servers.
I'm not familiar with using Roll20's sheets.

upbeat socket
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it’s a dnd question not a roll20 question, sorry if i miscommunicated

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would be ten times easier if i could post a pic

crude musk
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You're asking how to use roll20

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That's a roll20 question

upbeat socket
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no i’m asking how to create a character correctly

echo kelp
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Using Roll20's tools though no?

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That would be a Roll20 technical support question IMO

upbeat socket
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the tools don’t matter for this question

crude musk
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there is a custom option where i entered my subrace. but i’m not sure if that’s allowed, or if i put the name of the subrace correctly since it has “bloodline” in the title
Here you are asking specifically about how roll20 formats the sheet

upbeat socket
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ok forget i said roll20

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how do i create a subrace

echo kelp
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Another way to break this down is how would you write this down on a paper?

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It's just text information and maybe some features

crude musk
upbeat socket
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that’s why i’m trying to post a pic lmao

upbeat socket
crude musk
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If roll20 doesn't matter, you don't need to post a picture

echo kelp
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Well is this homebrew? We have #homebrew for discussing homebrew. Again posts need to be appropriate and on-topic, including links to images.

crude musk
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Read through the information I linked

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That should help

upbeat socket
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i do if it’d help communicate my question
idk if it’s homebrew

echo kelp
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Neither do we! 😅

upbeat socket
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can’t i just have permission to post a dnd newcomer related picture to better communicate my question? aren’t you two mods?

crude musk
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Nope

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We don't give people image perms randomly

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Have you read the resources I've linked you to?

upbeat socket
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yep

crude musk
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So what part of the process of making a character are you struggling with

upbeat socket
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i already said

crude musk
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Let's start fresh

upbeat socket
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the custom option part

crude musk
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Where is this "custom option" part in the steps I linked you to?

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That'll help me get on the same page as you

upbeat socket
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it’s not, that’s why i’m trying to share a picture lmao

crude musk
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Then it's not part of character creation

upbeat socket
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it is lol

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if i could share a pic you’d see

crude musk
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How can it be, if it's not in the official rules for step by step character creation?

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You seem to be looking at some third party character sheet or app that is confusing you

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Just look at the official rules, that should be less confusing

upbeat socket
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i did.

crude musk
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Which make no mention of a "custom options", so that's not part of the process per the official rules

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So ignore that on whatever sheet you're using

upbeat socket
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so nobody knows how to create a subrace, nobody’s played on roll20, and i can’t post a pic that’s dnd related and appropriate even tho the rules say i can, got it

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thanks for trying to help i guess

crude musk
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creating subraces is homebrew

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Creating a subrace is normally language used to indicate creating something homebrew

crude musk
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Which is beyond the scope of this channel

crude musk
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You said you're trying to make a tiefling character, right?
You looked at the tieflings rules, too?

upbeat socket
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it says you can if it’s appropriate and described

crude musk
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Tieflings don't get subraces

upbeat socket
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which i did lol

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as a new player this is incredibly frustrating and makes me not even want to play, a picture would make things a thousand times easier

crude musk
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Can't post pictures in this channel, I'm sorry, that's the rule

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Have you tried using an official D&D character sheet? Like a form filable PDF or a printed out one?

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That might be clearer?

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Or maybe try using D&D Beyond?

upbeat socket
crude musk
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On what step of the character builder are you seeing this "custom options" feature?

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There are the follow steps
Home

  1. Race
  2. Class
  3. Abilities
  4. Description
  5. Equipment
    What's Next >
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It might be the thing from tce where you can swap proficiencies

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From your race

harsh fjord
hot cargo
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Hello, I'm new to dnd. I'm trying to create a character on dndbeyond. What sources are used on characters in this server?

crude musk
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People don't play D&D here, this is a discussion server

shell mountain
modern nova
steel vector
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am i only limted to races that are already in dnd or can i create and play as my own

harsh fjord
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Up to the DM you join.

steel vector
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so its up to the Dm if its okar or not?

crude musk
harsh fjord
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Exactly. If you're new, you probably don't grasp the game yet to make new content for it, though.

deft sigil
# steel vector am i only limted to races that are already in dnd or can i create and play as my...

A DM will ultimately have the say on whether they allow homebrew (player created/non-official content) or not.
I would stick with published content to make characters and apply for games.
Work on your species on the side to get the flaws ironed out. Once you have a DM you can always ask to use what you have or work with them to build something you can both agree on.

Species created by players, especially when we are new to the game, game sometimes be very unbalanced.

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Hi

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Is dnd 5e hard

crude musk
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It's the most accessible version of D&D to date, and is probably the most accessible TTRPG in terms of resources and finding people to play, but it's like a 4/5 in terms of complexity

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I wouldn't say it's hard to learn, but you do have to put in some work

mellow torrent
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Oh thank you👍

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I have not have the chance to play

deft sigil
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No worries. We all start somewhere.

mellow torrent
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👍

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What do i need to play i have dice

main fulcrum
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Dice, a group and a character is roughly the bare minimum

zinc oyster
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Hello

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How is everyone

deft sigil
# mellow torrent What do i need to play i have dice

Not much really. If you use a printed character sheet, maybe a pencil and eraser. Otherwise the rules you need to play and get started are online. You can even find digital dice rollers (though I love all my real dice)

Finding a group to play with is probably the longest part

zinc oyster
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I'm new to this whole DnD thing I've only played like once and loved it i wanted to learn more

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zinc oyster
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Oh thanks dude

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Thank you i got the stater kit (the one white a green dragon)

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I have no gruop to play withe were can i find one

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How can i be dm

harsh fjord
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There's no one route to being the DM, but for me, it'd be:

  • Read the rules.
  • Assemble a group.
  • Grab an adventure (either one you bought, downloaded, or made yourself).
  • Run the game!

Unless you have more specific questions?

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Thank you

fallen surge
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?newdm

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Where do I start?
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mellow torrent
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Thank you

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Dose anyone know a gruop i can joine

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Read #find-a-game carefully to learn how to use our LFG channels to find a group/game to join

mellow torrent
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Thank you undying

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And I do emphasize reading carefully - we have to remove so many LFG posts because people post in the wrong channel, don't follow server rules, or post for games that are not D&D...

mellow torrent
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Ok

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Thank you, UndyingNoob!

keen helm
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Is it smart to try and DM despite never playing D&D before?

fallen surge
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Starting as a DM is a doable task, but it requires a lot of extra work and commitment

timid locust
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Plenty of folks here started their DnD journey as the DM! It certainly requires a bit more effort than beginning as a player, but it's doable!

fallen surge
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?newdm

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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?
Where do I start?
fallen surge
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the bot post above has some helpful links and information for new DMs

keen helm
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Thanks, I'll check them all out!

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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.

harsh fjord
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@eternal umbra if I understand your question correctly, you probably want to read the Basic Rules linked above

eternal umbra
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?tag new dice

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Dice

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

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

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

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Hi. So after a few weeks of researching this extraordinary game, me and four of my friends have come to the conclusion that we must try it. Me being the instigator of it all and most enthusiastic towards it was of course chosen as DM🤷🏼‍♂️

I have purchased the starter set containing “Dragons of Stormwreck Isle” and I am currently going through it. However, since I’m a terrible reader and can’t really grasp how to actually pull this off. Do you know if there are any playthroughs of this campaign specifically from a DMs pov. Like for learning?

harsh fjord
sturdy tinsel
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Hello!

cursive swallow
mystic horizon
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hi i would say im intermediate player in term of i know basic rule and wanted to start my own campaign and people were recomending reading the GM guide but the book is kinda expensiv here and i was kinda wondering how much as a dm i really need to read that and if i can just wing it

harsh fjord
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The DMG assumes a fair bit of the new DM. Frankly, you can get by with a lot of other resources, many of which are freely available: I love this guide as an aid to getting started (https://howtogm.guide/). Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series is free, as are the blogs of Johnn Four (of Roleplaying Tips) and the Angry GM. Justin Alexandar has his blog, the Alexandrian, and the book spawned from that site, So You Want to Be a Game Master?. Sly Flourish also has a lot of useful content, though he says his work is not for the beginner.

mystic horizon
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oh ok so its mostly your ability to be able to entertain your player while knowing the basic of the rules, thank you im gonna check it out !

fallen surge
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The DMG is largely just a collection of advice, and optional rules, rather than anything you need to know for running the game. There is some information in it that is not in the PHB, that's important to know, but that same information can also be found in the Basic Rules, which is free. (The Basic Rules and the PHB are different things). One example of a ruleset that is not in the PHB but is in the DMG and the Basic Rules would be how Magic items work

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Hi

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I am here

raw rune
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Hi, same

stiff stream
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Lol

fallen surge
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Welcome waveline

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fallen surge
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the bot post above has great resources and information to help get you started

cursive swallow
harsh fjord
cursive swallow
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Will do. This community is really something else. Everyone is so helpful and encouraging. I fear that D&D might become an addiction of mine

dire estuary
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Hi umm I'm new to DND can someone tell me what you can do in DND?

echo kelp
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#learn-to-play can help get you started (as well as check the pinned messages here)

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sharp lichen
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Hello, I’ve been wanting to do this for a while. I’ve been looking at character stuff and I was wondering if the races of dnd characters are strict rules or guidelines

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I’m making a bird bard class and idk if a bird is even allowed, at least the one I have in mind

harsh fjord
sharp lichen
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Oooooooo

harsh fjord
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If you don't have a DM yet, my recommendation is to create multiple character ideas and tweak those to fit the game you eventually join. You could make a character and set your heart on playing that and nothing else, but finding a game is tough as it is. Limiting yourself that way adds another layer of difficulty.

sharp lichen
harsh fjord
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The DM decides what canon is, so that's something to work out with them.

sharp lichen
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Nice

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And if someone like me sees dnd as more of an imagination game, would that be “bad” or something if I play like I’m in a sort of a freeplay-rp type of thing?

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Better term for it would be, I’m goofy

harsh fjord
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If you're still playing by the rules and your table is okay with it, you're probably fine. But if you're leaning away from the rules toward straight RP, you're probably playing something else, which is only fine if everyone at the table is cool with it.

sharp lichen
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I’ll try to be considerate and not too leaning, I’ll try to be a “goofy” play style to myself and try not to enforce it onto others, is that good?

harsh fjord
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Talk to the people you play with. That's the way to make the game work for everyone.

sharp lichen
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I’ll try though I’m still super new and don’t know any of the common terms

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Also, could I post a picture of my character in the #character-discussion thing? I drew it and I’m pretty proud

harsh fjord
sharp lichen
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Ty

harsh fjord
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And you don't need to know terms. You just need to talk in ways the other people at the table understand. That's communication.

crude musk
sharp lichen
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Oh nice

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And what about trying to find games to join? Where would I find that here?

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sharp lichen
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And games can last for a few hours right?

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Or does it depend?

harsh fjord
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Some games happen asynchronously, but one of the more common ways of playing is, yes, for a few hours per session, however frequently the group agrees to play.

meager quarry
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yall is there a way to kinda

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play online?

harsh fjord
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?tag new online

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harsh fjord
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The article above covers the basics.

sharp lichen
harsh fjord
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Depends on the circumstance. If you know you need to leave, say that at the start of the session. If you're having a bad time, say you're leaving and do so. Just ghosting isn't a great look.

sharp lichen
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I’m predicting that most of my leaves would be dinner or chores or something

harsh fjord
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Discussing expectations with the group is generally important. That includes scheduling.

obtuse depot
sharp lichen
obtuse depot
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Yup. 😄

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Roleplaying in a party with others is by nature not about you- its about the group. Part of the fun of exploring life in another mindset is the differences in interactions with others. The least you can do is think about how your preparation before game and play during game affects the other players and DM.

acoustic kiln
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How exactly does cloud of daggers work? It is kinda confusing in the phb. My main question is How does the range work, is it like boxes of daggers around a target?

true musk
whole moss
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Hello to everyone! I have a small question, I was wondering if someone can tell if buying Volo's and Mordenkaiser worth it right now? I already have Monster of the Multiverse

harsh fjord
whole moss
harsh fjord
sharp lichen
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What about stats and what classes can do? I wanna be a bard but idk what else it can do

harsh fjord
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harsh fjord
real stone
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What does a “critical role” mean in d&d? Is it just rolling a nat 20? I tried to look it up online but everything’s about Critical Role like the YouTube series

crude musk
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Critical Role is what's called a Live Play D&D show

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Where you watch people play D&D

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The name is based on the notion of a Critical Hit, a game term for when you roll a 20 on a d20

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(It's a play on words, critical roll as in roll of the dice, and role as in role playing)

true musk
real stone
harsh fjord
tidal swallow
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how do i post that UI for character so I can join groups?

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it generates a number and exp date

harsh fjord
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That's something the bot spits out, nothing for you to actually use. You contact the poster either by replying to the thread or sending them a private message.

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If you want to post an ad yourself, you need to follow the instructions in #find-a-game.

warm sinew
true musk
warm sinew
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Yeah I did

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@true musk

true musk
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Awesome and congrats dndCheers
Work with your DM to come up with a background that fits with the campaign.

warm sinew
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I feel I took so much time on my character when I just reworking a original character I already had for something else

warm sinew
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dang

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So I really do need them to communicate with me more sob

true musk
warm sinew
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I starting to feel like Having a in person group would be easier but it's harder to find anyone in person too

warm sinew
lilac flare
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I think if you use any of the base game backgrounds as a template it should probably be fine. But yeah, communication between DM and players is usually a good idea ^^

true musk
sharp lichen
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How annoying is it that people base their characters off of other characters?

lament mica
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In my experience, it's better to recreate the vibe of the character, and don't try to translate mechanics

true musk
real stone
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When rolling to hit with a melee/ranged attack (not magic) is it always a dex roll?

glass summit
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Thats right, Dex is the default. If a ranged weapon attack does not use Dexterity, it will specify

real stone
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For example if a certain attack on a monster’s stat block says +7 to hit, is that a d20 roll + dex + 7?

real stone
glass summit
true musk
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Melee uses strength unless otherwise specified

real stone
glass summit
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Yeah

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You can reverse engineer the math to figure out what stat an NPC uses to attack with, but largely it shouldn't matter unless you're modifying them

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Like, if their attack modifier is a +7, and they have a +4 Dex, and +3 Proficiency Bonus. Its pretty likely they use Dex with that attack roll

real stone
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So for this specific monster (troll) the str mod is +4 and it’s a melee attack, so why is it +7? The dex mod is +1

real stone
glass summit
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Yeah, you can usually assume an NPC is proficient with their attacks

real stone
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Oh ok cool. And how come the proficiency bonus is automatically +3? Can’t a monster theoretically be at higher or lower levels? Or would that be a homebrew?

glass summit
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Their Proficiency Bonus is based on their CR. If they have +3 Proficiency they're between CR 5-8

real stone
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Ohh ok

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Yeah it’s cr 5

glass summit
ornate kiln
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in terms of proficiency bonus, CR acts the same as player level. so CR5 and level 5 is the time it moves from +2 to +3

real stone
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I have a party of four lvl 1s, and I want to let them combat a troll because the narrative calls for it. However a troll is cr 5. How would you guys suggest modifying it to fit a cr 1?

warm sinew
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Even online

glass summit
warm sinew
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I think my mental disorders are getting in the way of the fun once again lol

real stone
glass summit
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The table I linked above also shows the stats for creatures of varying CRs. To make the Troll CR1, its stats would need to look like those recommended for a CR1 creature

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Going from CR5 to CR1 will be a pretty big change, so youll need to explain why this troll now has a fraction of the strength of regular trolls, i think

ornate kiln
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half its hit points and let it make only two attacks with multiattack.

glass summit
ornate kiln
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maybe 16 str instead of 18

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call it a young or adolecent troll

real stone
ornate kiln
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its in chapter 9, creating a monster

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dunno the page

real stone
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Thank you! Found it

warm sinew
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My anxiety is bad

real stone
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Btw what would a cr of 0 or 0.125 mean? 0.25 is a fair match for one lvl 1 player right? Why would you need to go lower than that?

glass summit
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Things like cats, rats, and small birds dont pose a threat, but still need a CR for various mechanical reasons

ornate kiln
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more monsters

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like, if you run 8 enemies against a party for example

real stone
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Oh ok I see

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Thank you both so much! This has helped me heaps

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Another question: to see if an attack spell hits you roll a d20 plus the spell attack bonus (casting ability + proficiency) against the target’s AC, right? That’s a “ranged spell attack”, right? When would the character’s Spell Save DC come into play?

lament mica
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Which is 8 + spellcasting ability + prof bonus

real stone
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Cool, so only if a spell specifically calls for this right? Not just any attack spell

lament mica
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The spell will say when they need a save. Example from the cantrip Toll the Dead:

The target must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or take 1d8 necrotic damage.

real stone
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Thank you

lament mica
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Spells will also say when they need an attack roll:

Make a ranged spell attack against the target. On a hit, the target takes 1d10 fire damage.

real stone
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So are there certain spells that always hit?

lament mica
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One, Magic Missile

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And some spells don't do damage

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Each dart hits a creature of your choice that you can see within range.
From Magic Missile

real stone
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I’m looking at a spell from a big homebrew (Wands & Wizards). It says the target needs to make a Str saving throw, if they succeed they take half the spell’s damage. It doesn’t say to make a ranged spell attack, although this spell has a 60ft range. Does this mean that this spell always hits regardless of the target’s AC?

lament mica
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AC doesn't matter in this case, they just make the saving throw

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That's the case for all spells that require saves

real stone
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How do you make sense of this narratively? Of a spell that you can’t miss with?

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Like as the DM narrating

lament mica
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If a spell makes you make an attack, you're aiming it and trying to strike the target. If the spell calls for a save, you're just doing the effect and then your target has to avoid/resist it

real stone
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Interesting

glass summit
real stone
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Thanks 🙏

subtle mason
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is mordenkainen's monsters of the multiverse compatable with onednd?

vital sail
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I'd be suprised if not.

subtle mason
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have they said if the new book will be backwards compatible with all those species options?

fleet field
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No, not yet. Also not really a discussion for this channel

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I imagine they won’t be readily compatible given species is being somewhat reworked

desert umbra
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Hey, what class would a vampire be ?

harsh fjord
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Vampires aren't a choice for PCs, but one could be any class.

fluid shale
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I'd say a vampire race would have the idea of a teifling since vampires are basically charismatic demons just like teiflings.

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@desert umbra

desert umbra
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Please Can someone help me and talk to me on voice chat. And explain to me a little bit more. Cause I’m kinda of confused with everything else.

lament mica
nimble oracle
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Hello I'm fairly new to dnd but I have played a few sessions, and I was a bit confused I know a little bit, but if someone could tell me a bit more that would be appreciated.

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I've been looking for a group to play DND id be playing a warlock paladin from Norse religion I hes a human I just need a group to play with my oath is the oath of vengeance

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I don't mind joining a current running one

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Hi. I'm looking for a group to play with. I'm playing as a satyr rogue

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Oops, it was already sent, my bad

nimble oracle
true musk
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Alright

true musk
# nimble oracle Alright

Okay taking a step back.
When trying to do an action that has a chance of success or failure, Roll a 20-sided die (d20) and add the appropriate modifier.
Most often you are rolling to reach a specific number. If the result of your dice roll, with added modifier, is the specified number or higher then your character succeeds, if the result is below the number, then your character failed.

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Are you with me so far?

nimble oracle
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Yeah

true musk
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Great.
Now to answer your question:

Is there any limits to what you do?

nimble oracle
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I guess not

true musk
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Yes, there are limits. There is a lot of flexiblity in dnd but even that has some limitations.
A persuasion check can't act as mind control for example.
And spells, can only do what they say. Nothing more, nothing less.

nimble oracle
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oh I see

true musk
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In cases where the rules and mechanics are not clear of what you can or can't do, the game master will make a judgment call on what they believe is fair.

true musk
# nimble oracle oh I see

Now with your next question

Do you take turns doing actions?
Are you asking in terms of in-combat, out of combat, or both?

nimble oracle
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out of combat, i know combat uses a stat on the character

trim barn
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hi guys!

nimble oracle
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hello

true musk
# nimble oracle out of combat, i know combat uses a stat on the character

Out of combat, you don't take turns.
You typically do things in the order that naturally make sense in the scene.
That said there are things players and GMs can do make sure no single person is hogging the spotlight.
For example, a player A can roleplay their character asking player B's character for help in a task that highlight's B's character's strengths.

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acoustic saddle
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Hello all. I’ve been wanting to learn to play. I’ve bought the player handbook and dm book and some adventures a couple of years ago but I’m from a small town so I’ve have. It found anyone to learn to play

true musk
# trim barn hi guys!

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

trim barn
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ive spectated a couple of campaigns before

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For in person games you can:

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trim barn
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ive just never played

true musk
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Well feel free to to explore some of the resources posted up above. dndCheers

nimble oracle
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oh alright, thanks for answering my questions i was just a bit confused, is all

true musk
lyric fjord
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Heyo

nimble oracle
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oh right, yeah im fine for now

true musk
# lyric fjord Heyo

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nimble oracle
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yeah I will, thanks again for the help

true musk
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Happy to help.

young lion
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hello, not exactly new to dnd but after watching some videos about classes and stuff I decided I want to start playing it, but my irl books seems a bit dated, like the player hand book I have doesn't have any of the races I want to play as or the artificer class. is there any good sources of official dnd info that's along those lines?
I'm kinda broke and can't afford to buy like 40 books to find the info, and I was wanting to play dnd online(Not the actual video game) with a group or something.

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true musk
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To build on razorwing's answer, I recommend stopping by your local library as you can find some books there that you can use.

young lion
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I live out in the country and the nearest library is the book section in Walmart 3 hours away, I guess I'll save some money to buy the books digitally I guess.

true musk
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You could see about getting a library card online. That might be something worth explorring.

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Hi I'm new

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I've never played d&d

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But I want to

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# desert wyvern Hi I'm new

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

desert wyvern
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@true musk tysm

sharp lichen
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If my character dies does that mean I can’t use them again or no?

lament mica
desert wyvern
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@sharp lichen nice prof pic

lament mica
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The spells Revifify, Reincarnate, Resurrection, and True Resurrection come to mind

sharp lichen
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Oh, I saw a skit and I thought that you couldn’t use that character again ever, like you deleted it

desert wyvern
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I think you can resurrect it but if you can't resurrect it afterwards you have to bring in a new character

lament mica
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Again, it varies from table to table

sharp lichen
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Ok

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Also, are ability scores like fallout SPECIAL?

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You can pick it out with a set amount you can spread how you want, and depending on your character it changes the score?

lament mica
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The Basic Rules outlines several different ways to calculate ability scores, and your DM will tell you which one their table is using

sharp lichen
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So no? Or kinda?

lament mica
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It depends, read the Basic Rules

plucky prism
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i think the lowest you can get any score to is 8 but it depends on how your dm will make you guys determine your scores

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though most dms will do either rolling or point buy

sharp lichen
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Is there a video I can watch? I have trouble reading

desert wyvern
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I'm looking to schedule a game how do I do that

lament mica
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desert wyvern
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@lament mica k tysm

sharp lichen
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So strength>strength dexterity>speed-ish constitution>endurance intelligence>knowing wisdom>feeling ?

glass summit
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yeah thats about right

sharp lichen
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I’m watching the handbook helper thing

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I hate them personally

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I mean it helps but I despise people trying to act quirky

glass summit
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They're voice actors, of course they get excited when a camera is pointed at them

lament mica
sharp lichen
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Ty tho

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Also, could I play that baulders gate game and get an understanding of dnd?

lament mica
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BG3 is a video game, and many changes were made to make it fit in that medium

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That being said, if you've played BG3 you will have a head start

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?tag new bg3

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Hello, sorry, I was told I could ask here. Does anybody have resources or could teach me how to read and understand character sheets?

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Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

lament mica
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I believe they know the basics already, but just don't understand physical character sheets (correct me if I'm wrong)

silent wave
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Character sheets have a lot of information, I understand what some things mean, but its confusing to read it yknow?

silent wave
lament mica
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The information is the same as your Beyond sheet, just laid out differently. If you click on a Beyond Sheet's Manage button, then click Export to PDF, you can see how a filled out character sheet might look.

silent wave
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Okok, also I saw the website determine the skills and characteristics, like Skills, Saving throws, and the Str, Dex, etc. Is there a way to determine those without the use of the page? I would like to know how to determine my own stats, or have a grasp of where to start

lament mica
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The Basic Rules describes a few different methods of determining stats, your DM will tell you which to use

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Oh wait, Skills and Saving Throws?

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For those, you add your proficiency bonus to those you are proficient in, then any other modifiers you may have from other sources

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For example, Athletics is a Strength based skill. If you are proficient in Athletics, you'd add your proficiency bonus. If you have a +3 in strength and a +2 proficiency bonus, your Athletics modifier would be +5

fresh fable
silent wave
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Oh! Thank you so much! One last thing, to my knowledge races and classes get bonuses on certain proficiencies, right? Is there somewhere I can see those?

lament mica
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Classes give you proficiencies to chose from, and some Races may grant proficienices. You can see those in the class/race description

hybrid wing
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How does dnd work essentially

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Like rule and story wise

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lament mica
hybrid wing
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Thanks

atomic jasper
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Hi people

hasty vapor
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Wazup

topaz barn
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Hello!

sharp lichen
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Can I do two actions at once? Like, picking up sticks and looking around the floor?

ornate kiln
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you only have one action, however, you can interact with one object as part of your movement or your action for free

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and of course, if you arent in initiative, these things dont matter as much

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since then keeping track of actions, time etc isnt as exact

sharp lichen
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So it’s more of a “I take a stick off the ground and look for more”?

ornate kiln
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thats roughly how it would work if you where in Initiative, yes.

though you are most of the time only in initative if there is a fight happening

sharp lichen
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What about a guy constantly looking for cool sticks or something

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So his eyes are on the floor, looking for shiny stuff. And sticks

ornate kiln
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if its a basic task any normal human can do IRL, its a safe bet a DnD character can do it too

sharp lichen
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Ooooo wait

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So, if my character can’t do magic, could I make a bluff and act like he does?

fresh fable
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Sure that would be deception

sharp lichen
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Intimidation or something

ornate kiln
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you could try. depending on circumstances it might be a difficult check

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yeah deception or sleight of hand for "street magic"

sharp lichen
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I was thinking holding a stick and threatening

ornate kiln
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how is that pretending to do magic?

sharp lichen
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And if my character gets called out, could I poke em in the eye?

sharp lichen
hollow orbit
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Hello

ornate kiln
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that would be deception for sure. And even if you succeed, your opponent might not be convinced your spellcasting is strong enough to threaten him

hollow orbit
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I’ve never played dnd before I just heard of it

ornate kiln
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hello

hollow orbit
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I have no clue what I’m doing.

ornate kiln
sharp lichen
ornate kiln
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you can try

sharp lichen
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Like, after the bluff

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HA. Nice

crude musk
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@sharp lichen D&D is not designed for such overtly slapstick antics

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So trying to do such things would overlap a lot with homebrew, improvised actions, and reflavouring

sharp lichen
hollow orbit
ornate kiln
hollow orbit
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Ok thanks

sharp lichen
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Could I learn dnd off of that baulders gate game?

ornate kiln
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if you have any specific questions, ask them here if you want

crude musk
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You could the jist of the basics, but Baldur's Gate 3 doesn't use the exact same rules as D&D 5th edition

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It uses a heavily modified version of them to suit being a video game

ornate kiln
sharp lichen
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so i could learn the basics?

crude musk
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No, because it modifies the basics

sharp lichen
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so i could learn the "basics"

crude musk
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No, you can't really learn anything on how to actually play D&D, just get a jist of how D&D kinda works on a very high level

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Again, your best bet is to read the basic rules

ornate kiln
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for example, Baldur's gate 3 handles stuff like jumping or stealth differently than D&D

sharp lichen
ornate kiln
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those are pretty basic

sharp lichen
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for me, i learn off of hands on stuff, so i feel like when i play a campaign i could go "oh hey its like the game" and get it quicker

crude musk
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You will most likely get things slower that way

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As you may often find yourself going to do something only to be told that's not how it actually works and having to 'unlearn' what you picked up from BG3

ornate kiln
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if you play D&D and are familiar with BG3, you will have a lot of moments of "oh, his works just like the game" but also a lot of moments of "oh, this is different than what I am used to"

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so it has its pros and cons

sharp lichen
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I’d rather go “it’s like the game” then go “OHHHH it’s like this in the game”

lament mica
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BG3 gives you more vibes than anything of how D&D works, but a good portion of its gameplay will require you to relearn concepts and reassign definitions to things you already know

sharp lichen
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Eh, I bought the game and I’d rather have the seeds of knowledge planted in my head so I can use it in campaign

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Besides, I can always look up how it’s “supposed to be”

opal gust
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Hi

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Can someone teach me how to play

ornate kiln
solemn light
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@opal gust

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?tag new online

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mellow torrent
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What books should i get for dnd?

crude musk
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Have you played D&D yet?

mellow torrent
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No i cant find anyone who plays dnd nere me

crude musk
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Okay, so there's no real need to start buying books before you even have a game

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You might not even like D&D

mellow torrent
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Ok

crude musk
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Stick to the free Basic Rules and then once you find a game, your DM might share more books with you

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Once you're playing regularly and have decided "Yeah, D&D is for me", then maybe pick up a book or too

mellow torrent
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Tank u

crude musk
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np

minor coral
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Hey, I want to try out and learn D&D, but I want to know what I should do before trying to find a game (besides reading the rules lol)

crude musk
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You can try making a character?

minor coral
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Might sound like a dumb question, but should I use a character sheet?

crude musk
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How else would you make your character?

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Anything you use to write down your characters stats and abilities, be it a digital character sheet, a form filable PDF, a paper printout, or even two napkins ductaped together becomes a character sheet

minor coral
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Alright, might use those 2 napkins, thanks!

young gulch
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What are you guys doing/showing your players when you're playing online w friends and you don't want no map but like have the whole session happen in the PCs minds.
Like are you streaming smth so players focus on the screen or are you turning on your video so they can see you?

crude musk
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Nah, I just let the whole session happen in the players imagination

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I can't speak for anyone else, but my group doesn't need constant visual stimulation to stay engaged

ornate kiln
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I think its nice to look at something, like a painting of a place thats relevant to the current adventure

young gulch
round kindle
ornate kiln
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I do have 1 group that plays with cameras one, so that would also qualify at something to look at

young gulch
young gulch
round kindle
young gulch
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Im so excited for my first one shot so ik really overthinking. Doesn't help that 3 out of 5 ppl are using mages then 1 paladin and 1 monk and i have to read into it.
I'm ofc not responsible for all the fun but when I can help it I will

wheat pebble
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question about battle maps

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I was watching NPC D&D and i saw that the DM has a book of various different battle maps. I was wondering if you can buy a book of various different battle maps of A3 size

crude musk
cedar vigil
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Just looking for the page of "custom background", ty though

crude musk
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That is literally the page

wild onyx
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Definitely I've seen A4 versions, at least.

vale parrot
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What's the best video for getting into DnD for ABSOLUTE beginners?

echo kelp
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That would be a great question for #dnd-media (although I think many folks would highly recommend Baldurs Gate 3)

vale parrot
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Thanks

plush sand
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Anyone wanna help new people play a game?

simple goblet
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We can answer any questions or queries you may have here 🙂
Standard opening question, have you looked through the Basic Rules yet?

plush sand
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Let me catch you up on what I know about this game/community.... Nothing.

simple goblet
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In that case

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onyx raptor
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Does the artficers Armor counts as spellcasting focus if its infused ?
Im not sure if i understand the wording correctly

fallen surge
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Oh wait, I might have misunderstood your question

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Are you asking about the Armorer specifically, or any artificer?

onyx raptor
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Armorer

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so i can use a Hammer schield and cast trough my armor ?

fallen surge
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I don’t know what a Hammer Shield is. There is no official magic item or infusion with that name

onyx raptor
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hammer and shield i mean 🙂

fallen surge
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Ah I see. So then yes, as an armorer, you can cast your artificer spells while holding a shield in one hand and a weapon in the other, because your Arcane Armor always counts as a spellcasting focus for your artificer spells

onyx raptor
fallen surge
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Now, just so you’re aware, the same would also be true for any other artificer subclass if you put an infusion on either the weapon or the shield. Any object with an artificer infusion on it counts as a spellcasting focus for your artificer spells

cedar stirrup
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Hey! My name is Joseph and I need help

simple goblet
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What can we do for you? 🙂

cedar stirrup
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I've been toying around on my own with creating a character and have even bought the player's handbook

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But it's hard to create a character on my own, so I was wondering if you could help me out

cedar stirrup
fallen surge
wild onyx
cedar stirrup
cedar stirrup
wild onyx
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What sort of things do you want your character to be like? Any particular features you want to try out, like spellcasting or shapechanging or sneak attacks?

cedar stirrup
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But I'm guessing Samurais don't excited in dnd

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So I'm thinking like a warrior type of character with little to no magic casting

simple goblet
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A fighter should fit then that idea then. There is a Samurai subclass in Xanathar's Guide to Everything if you are interested

wild onyx
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Samurai does exist as a subclass of fighter, but maybe not one you have immediate access to. That doesn't matter.

You could go fighter. Alternatively, you could try paladin. They're also good in battle and their oaths can act as your "samurai honour code".

timid locust
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Agreed with above. You can easily flavor any fighter subclass as a Samurai of some sort

cedar stirrup
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So how do I deal with things like points and the complex stuff?

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Is there some sort of guide I can use to help me create one?

crude musk
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Have you read the stey-by-step character creation rules in the Basic Rules?

cedar stirrup
crude musk
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It's in there too

cedar stirrup
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Is there a more simplier way or is it the only one?

crude musk
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I'm not sure anyone would be able to reduce it down

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Have you chosen your race?

cedar stirrup
crude musk
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That's step 1 done

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Have you chosen your class?

cedar stirrup
crude musk
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Well that's step 2 done

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Step 3 is determining your ability scores, do you have a Dungeon Master?

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The DM will determine which method you use to determine your ability scores; standard array, rolled, or point buy

cedar stirrup
crude musk
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Okay, so the method doesn't matter as you're making a practice character. Standard array is easiest

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If you want to save time or don’t like the idea of randomly determining ability scores, you can use the following scores instead: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8.

Now take your six numbers and write each number beside one of your character’s six abilities to assign scores to Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma. Afterward, make any changes to your ability scores as a result of your race choice.

After assigning your ability scores, determine your ability modifiers using the Ability Scores and Modifiers table. To determine an ability modifier without consulting the table, subtract 10 from the ability score and then divide the result by 2 (round down). Write the modifier next to each of your scores.

formal crescent
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Hello, I wanted to ask a confusing thing in the handbook. How does the Armour Class actually affect an attack? Is it like some bonus Hit Points or does it make it more unlikely to be hit

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And is the Armour Class actually calculated or is it like a DC where the DM determines what happens?

harsh fjord
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Armor Class is essentially just the DC for an attack roll.

torn yoke
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When you attack someone, you roll a d20 and sometimes add a modifier, and need to get higher or equal to the ac

formal crescent
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Oh, ok, thanks a lot! I’ve been trying to wrap my head around this

harsh fjord
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And there is a calculation, depending on what armor the character has and whether it has any abilities affecting AC.

formal crescent
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Yeah, my character uses padded armour, so it’s an AC of +12

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Thanks a lot

harsh fjord
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Padded armor sets the PC’s AC at 11, and any Dex bonus can be added to that.

fallen surge
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Your AC is not +12, it is just 12. You don't add AC to anything. It is a static number that you compare rolls against to see which is higher

west cosmos
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Hello, is there any spell that can produce some form of wooden staff/club? For a budget weapon and scenarios where you dont have your weapon

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tired depot
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hey im new i have all dice i need i just havent found a party to play with im just wondering where i start with finding one

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bold vault
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Guys im new to dnd and thinking of a backstory about a gnome trying to find a way to revive his wife but i lack the game knowledge.How he can revive his wife ? as far as i know there is wish and true res is there any other way ?

wheat crystal
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There are many resurrection spells. The right one usually depends on the condition of the body and how long they’ve been deceased

bold vault
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like if its wish he will start and try to be a wizard after she passed away so im thinking it will be a long time

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like normal res will not work

fresh fable
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Raise dead will work if someone is casting gentle repose every 7 days on the body

crude musk
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@bold vault When it comes to making character motivation, it helps to make sure your motivation will fit with playing the game

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Basically, if the option comes for your character to bring back their wife halfway through the campaign, what happens then?

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Do you have a campaign? Because this is something that's good to workshop with your DM

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latent flame
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Can anyone help me find a DM? I am new here

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# latent flame Can anyone help me find a DM? I am new here

For in person games you can:

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wheat crystal
# bold vault it will be like he just lost his wife and then will start to take a path towards...

Your spell required will depend on how long it takes then. Unless you start at level 2 you won’t have Gentle Repose to delay decay until you can get Revivify.

The next available spell is Raise Dead which has a 10 day time limit. As Enoki said that’s the most practical one since in my experience characters reach level 2 within the first 10 days in-game. You just have to find a way to cast gentle repose every 10 days on the wife until you learn raise dead.

Following that there’s Resurrection which you get 100 years for. But you’d have to wait until level 13 to get that

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The method of death matters as well, if your wife died of old age you’d have to cast Reincarnate which also has a 10 day limit

bold vault
main fulcrum
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It could work as a long term goal

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Everyone needs an excuse to go adventuring

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I like giving my characters goals they'll never actually reach/require real high levels so they've always got a reason to keep going

bold vault
# main fulcrum Everyone needs an excuse to go adventuring

the thing in my head was he lost his wife and just goes tavern to tavern depressed and dont know what to do.maybe hears from another wizard or the tavernkeeper gives some rumor about its possible trough magic or something and then he will start to become a wizard but until he learns about its possible to bring her back it will be like weeks passed by already.

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And with some hope in his eyes he starts to find a way to bring his wife

main fulcrum
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Sounds like a good long term goal to me

bold vault
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yeah same but as @crude musk said about there could some stuff happen that will colide with the characters goal but i think i can discuss it with my dm that day and maybe he can accept his wife died and try to find another goal or motive maybe will meet with someone on the way or find a bigger purpose idk

main fulcrum
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That can work too

true musk
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In terms of working out a backstory and motivation, it’s good to keep things vague and flexible. That way when you do find a campaign the character can more easily fit with the setting, tone, and general vibe of the campaign.

main fulcrum
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Until you find an actual group, having a general goal is usually enough

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You can work out the details later

errant fable
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Helllo everyone I came new to dnd I’ve played with friends before but I was honestly wondering how to get started and and how I can start playing more this summer

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
# errant fable Helllo everyone I came new to dnd I’ve played with friends before but I was hone...

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

errant fable
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Thanks>^<

limber apex
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Is it normal for a dm to ask the party to make sure their characters are "bare bones"?

true musk
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Can you elaborate a bit more?

deft sigil
limber apex
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Supposed to be starting a campaign soon and ive already compromised fleshing out my characters personality and backstory so that it can run smoothly. I wasnt super thrilled about it but i just want things to go well! However another player has a really detailed backstory and doesnt want to compromise so they are kinda butting heads. I feel like it might ruin the campaign before it even starts

fallen surge
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Sometimes new players come in with a different expectation on what a "really detailed" backstory is and/or should be, compared to what is actually used in D&D. Multi-page long stories of grand adventures your character has gone on before the campaign started doesn't really fit well for level 1 characters

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The most important thing a backstory should do is explain how you got to this moment right now, and what is driving your forward. For most level 1 characters, that can be explained in 10 sentences or less

limber apex
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Oh dang i cant send screenshots here 😦 yeah i get that! To be fair this is just something im hearing from people in the group i jave no idea how detailed that character really is

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Only thing i know is that when i had originally told the dm i was an orphan orc adopted and trained by paladins that i shouldnt "create my whole backstory"

true musk
limber apex
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No sessi9n zero id say but they have talked about the setting an atmosphere over group chats

fallen surge
limber apex
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Yeah it feels that way but it does seem kind of weord to have something forced onto your character. Ive already compromised just to make things easier but i wpuldnt be tpo excited if the trend continued

true musk
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Whenever possible the group should set a time and day to go over the setting, tone, and premise.

fallen surge
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That is why its so important to have a session 0 to set expectations and tone before creating characters

limber apex
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I see! Ive played divinity and baulders gate but Im a first time player for the real stuff so i guess im not sure how its all supposed to work haha

fallen surge
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It is perfectly normal for a DM to set boundaries on what your character can be, so that it better fits the story they want to tell. Creating a character before you know these boundaries can lead to these feelings of being forced into something or control being taken away from you. Creating something from scratch within a boundary feels very different from trying to force your original idea into that boundary

limber apex
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Ill suggest that, hopefully they can smooth it over before it becomes an issue

true musk
limber apex
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Btw not that any of you asked but my character is gonna be a poi (reskinned whip) fire dancing orc from the carnival who later becomes a conquest paladin 😄 i think the gist is i want him to be a CC character with ranged fears n searing smites lol

true musk
dense echo
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Is there a good resource for newbies on getting into the online aspect of playing? (Roll20, etc.?)

fallen surge
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?tag new online

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sharp lichen
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I’d want to do a game with people but I’m intimidated with the listings and stuff, I’m still new and I’m afraid I won’t get it

kind compass
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See if the dm is newcommer friendly

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and if he is,ask him all the questions ya need!

sharp lichen
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So I go and say “hey I’m new, be patient and please help me”?

kind compass
sharp lichen
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I know

kind compass
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THEN ask some meaningfull questions

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avoid the "idk anything please explain to me everything"

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ask some actual questions

sharp lichen
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How would I know what questions to ask when I don’t know what to ask?

kind compass
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If you know NOTHING about dnd,I advise you look into youtube videos explaining the basics before talking to an actual dm

sharp lichen
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I think my knowledge is going halfway through a basic cliffnote book for the game

kind compass
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Then watch some youtube, it really helps

sharp lichen
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I have

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It does but it gets repetitive and starts to lose my attention after a while

kind compass
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Dnd is a verry attention heavy game

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you have to sit in a chair and listen to a dm for more than 4 hours at a time

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So if focusing causes trouble,I may advise some less attention needing alternatives like Baldurs gate 3 and such

river egret
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its more fun than watching videos

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i recomend jocat tho

kind compass
sharp lichen
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I mean watching and reading

kind compass
sharp lichen
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I’m trying to actively learn but it feels like studying, I know I’ll be attentive during a game

kind compass
main fulcrum
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I admit, I'm not a huge fan of Jocat for new people because they seem to lean into the memes

sharp lichen
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I got adhd and a pinch of ‘tism so it’s a mixed bag

kind compass
main fulcrum
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It doesn't have to be

kind compass
main fulcrum
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And meme characters are different than common/standard characters

kind compass
sharp lichen
kind compass
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You asked for help

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but I don't see what I have to help ya with

sharp lichen
kind compass
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remember,their is no shame in trying

shrewd pewter
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Speaking of asking for help. How does one find a game to join here on this Discord?

kind compass
shrewd pewter
sharp lichen
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So can I ask one of the ad things and ask if they’re newcomer friendly?

main fulcrum
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Pretty much

sharp lichen
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Ok

main fulcrum
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The worst they'll do is say no

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And then you just have to try again

lean vapor
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Hello! I need some feed back on a campaign I'm making. We're should I get advice on it
Sorry if I'm intrupting anyone

fervent chasm
lean vapor
true musk
# sharp lichen Ok

I'd also recommend starting with D&D Adventurers League.
There are games catered for level 1 characters that are generally very new player friendly.
You only need to commit to a single session and it follows rules as written guidelines.
If you want to learn more, you can read about it here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1676-what-is-adventurers-league

You can also ask about it in #adventurers-league and can find games listed for the full month of July at https://discord.com/channels/516367331358801950/1050208806006702081

sharp lichen
main fulcrum
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Most AL games are one-shots

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2-4 hours

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And regardless, it should say in advance

exotic remnantBOT
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What is the Adventurers League?

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

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

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

sharp lichen
true musk
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Hence the recommendation.
It can provide the steps to build up the courage to play with a group for a full campaign.
With AL, you can just to gather enough time and energy for a single session that will last about 2-4 hours.

sharp lichen
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So it’s training wheels

small hound
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Hey guys! My friend and I are making a new campaign- I’ve play before but this is his first time dming. If anyways would be interested in joining and figuring out everything as we go- please dm me! :0

crude musk
sharp lichen
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Yeah, training wheels is also riding a bike

crude musk
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It's just designed to allow people to be more flexible with how they play by not requiring you to commit to a group week in, week out

sharp lichen
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Ohhhh

crude musk
sharp lichen
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Sorry

main fulcrum
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People also can and do run full campaigns for the official hardcovers by AL rules, it's just less common.

sharp lichen
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So al would be a casual game rather than a “full game”? I’m trying to put it in words so I could understand and differentiate

crude musk
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It's drop in, drop out style play

main fulcrum
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It's a one session game (usually).

crude musk
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The rules of AL (the ones that are unique to AL) mean that you can take your character to any table and just start playing

main fulcrum
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There are specific 'Learn to play' sessions, but those are a bit different

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AL games are as real as any other D&D game. They're just usually less commitment

crude musk
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There is a consistency between tables and PCs that means if you make your character using AL rules and play at an AL table, your character will be legal for almost every AL table

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AL games don't have homebrew or third party options and very limited and controlled house rules. This means your experience will be pretty consistent regardless of DM

digital bear
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hello

sharp lichen
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So al is more of what people think dnd is like?

crude musk
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No?

main fulcrum
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People tend to imagine long complicated custom campaigns when they think of D&D in my experience

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Which is pretty much the exact opposite of AL TashaLOL

sharp lichen
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So it’s what some people think it’s like?

main fulcrum
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I honestly doubt that anyone thinks of D&D and thinks of AL, at least to any consistent degree

crude musk
sharp lichen
main fulcrum
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I'm honestly not really sure what you're asking at this point
AL is the organized play for D&D

crude musk
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AL is a way of playing D&D, that's all

sharp lichen
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Sorry. So al is good for beginners and I should start there, right?

crude musk
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It's a pretty solid place to start

main fulcrum
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It can be good for beginners. And if you're not able to commit to something long-term, it's a good place to start

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Since it's generally about as low commitment as D&D gets

crude musk
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That doesn't mean you should, just that you can

sharp lichen
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Then where should I start?

main fulcrum
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If you want us to tell you something solid, sure, start with AL

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Otherwise, find a game that speaks to you and try to join it

sharp lichen
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Ok

crude musk
lyric fjord
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how do i make a proper character? i picked out most stuff but still have no idea how the stat point thing works

true musk
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How are you filling out the character sheet? Paper and pencil? Dnd beyond? Digital PDF? Or some other way?

candid cypress
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whats a application

main fulcrum
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In what context?

candid cypress
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joining a campaign

wheat crystal
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Broadly applications for campaigns are like applications for any other context, it's some form of communication given by a prospective player in order to join a campaign

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The exact form varies by DM, but usually it's just a simple message to them designating interest in joining

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They may want certain questions answered like your time zone, days available to play, the style of game you like, trigger warnings, etc

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Though it's more commonly handled in a Session 0, they might also want you to provide an idea of the kind of character you want to play

mental plank
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Looking a DM

true musk
# mental plank Looking a DM

For in person games you can:

  • Visit tabletop game shops
  • Visit local conventions
  • Visit your local libraries
  • Visit your school
  • Search Meetup for local play groups.
    As these tend to host opportunities to play in person and tend to be very new player friendly.

Online options in this server:

  • Follow the instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to make a post in #looking-for-dm .
  • Reach out to people in the #looking-for-players channel.
  • These posts are by DMs looking for players.
  • Tip: Take your time to read these posts and see if they are compatible with your preferences and interests.
  • Tip: Reply to these posts with your preferences and play styles to help the DM determine if you are compatible.
  • Check out #looking-for-community as responses to postings will point you to communities that host dnd games.
  • If your budget can afford it check out #paid-looking-for-game
  • You should also keep an eye out for the events calendar of the server.

** Adventurers League**

Other options

mental plank
true musk
kind compass
true musk
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As a player, making a post and waiting for other players and DMs to come to them is often going to take the longest to find a group.

copper parrot
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Hey...🙈 I wanna learn,how and where do i start

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
# copper parrot Hey...🙈 I wanna learn,how and where do i start

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

hushed gulch
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idk if this is kinda rude to ask but i really dont mean for it to come out that way, but i also just recently started researching how to play dnd and honestly its really hard and kinda intimidating, so i wanna know if theres kinda a dumbed down video or something that could explain basic mechanics and stuff for me? as well as some terms that are used because ive tried looking at some sites too but theyre all using words i dont know dhahdahdaw

copper parrot
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Where do I buy the dice and the character sheet?

kind compass
kind compass
hushed gulch
copper parrot
echo kelp
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Online store then?

kind compass
true musk
hushed gulch
copper parrot
hushed gulch
kind compass
true musk
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You could use dnd beyond if you'd like.
The character creator also provides a good selection of premades.
You can start with completed sheet and work your way through steps while having the final answer next to you for reference.
You can also use them for play.

boreal scroll
true musk
hushed gulch
true musk
woeful pewter
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Hey new on the server and I have a question or rather a discussion I wanted to have with a dungeon master if I may so I could ask them about some stuff with a homebrew class idea.

hushed gulch
true musk
# hushed gulch ohhh thats really neat

Another example, if you select the wood elf ranger premade character and click on the armor class this will pop up:

Armor Class: 14

11 Armor(Leather)

  • 3 Dexterity Bonus

Your Armor Class (AC) represents how well your character avoids being wounded in battle. Things that contribute to your AC include the armor you wear, the shield you carry, and your Dexterity modifier. Not all characters wear armor or carry shields, however. Without armor or a shield, your character’s AC equals 10 + his or her Dexterity modifier. If your character wears armor, carries a shield, or both, calculate your AC using the rules in the Equipment section. Record your AC on your character sheet.

true musk
woeful pewter
true musk
woeful pewter
rancid willow
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hi

true musk
woeful pewter
sharp lichen
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So I’m watching that handbook helper video series thing and I’m almost done, is there anything that I could miss that isn’t mentioned

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
# rancid willow hi

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
This 3 minute video by One Shot Questers provides a nice overview of D&D if you need it https://youtu.be/zONEcUAYDfU?si=cp62okM2Sdsl0-AD
Afterwards, feel free to check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play
You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

  • For more complex rules questions, ask in #dnd-rules

If you’re having trouble filling out a character sheet, feel free to to start with a premade character. They can provide a good frame of reference that you can use to play as you work your way up to building your own character. You can view and claim some on dnd beyond in the following link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/premade

rancid willow
warm sinew
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How do you turn off slash commands on disc?? /gen

tranquil hedge
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Hello!

kind compass
true musk
sharp lichen
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Dumb question, but can someone please quiz me some basic topics about dnd gameplay so i can try to see how much I already know

warm sinew
warm sinew
true musk
true musk
sharp lichen
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Damn, idk

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Wait

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How heavy and what kind it is right?