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burnt seal
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Any race could fulfill that qualification pish

loud spoke
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What about races that aren't available in the material plane like the ones in the feywild?

true musk
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You can honestly DM for 2 people.

wheat crystal
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Hunger like that is moreso a personality trait than a racial thing

stark leaf
burnt seal
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You can absolutely play with just your besties

true musk
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When I started DMing, I ran a single adventure module multiple times for different play groups.
As time when on, like with any other skill, I got better at it.

I learned a lot but starting with one small adventure.
So just start small.

smoky adder
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It doesn’t have to be perfect, and probably won’t be — no matter how long you’ve been playing.

pearl mulch
smoky adder
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As long as everyone had fun, you’ve done it the right way.

burnt seal
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The goal is to just have fun, not to run a perfect game especially if it's your first time

pearl mulch
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Also tofay is my bdaaay

raw hamlet
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I am new to this whole DnD world. What is a good class for a beginner, and how in the world do I find a group to play with?

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burnt seal
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Some good classes for a beginner include fighter, barbarian, and rogue.

loud spoke
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The ones who can't use magic since there the easiest ones to play

raw hamlet
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rogue looks interesting from I am looking at

true musk
raw hamlet
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thank you!

zenith rock
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Hey so I want to make a animated Armor from warforge I have a character sheet that was made by someone else and I wanted help fixing it and finishing it

wheat crystal
wheat crystal
raw hamlet
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thank you! that helps. I was reading up on rogue and it kinda cauhgt my eyee

brittle cape
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The problem was on rolling the stats and other stuff like weight

wheat crystal
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Lol that’s fair.

zenith rock
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Yeah qwq

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Need help plz

brittle nimbus
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Hello

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true musk
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harsh fjord
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Besides all the other good advice and links you’ve been given, you oughta give this a read: https://howtogm.guide

zenith rock
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Can I get help with my rolling stats and etc for my dnd character sheet I'm new to this and would appreciate the help

celest cedar
zenith rock
celest cedar
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Sure

true musk
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Abilities

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

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

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

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

zenith rock
true musk
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Then for sure stick with point buy or standard array as DMs tend to prefer being present when stats are rolled.

zenith rock
lyric fjord
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@slow trench erm

slow trench
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the is my first time playing DnD. Whats the fastest way to die as rouge

earnest prawn
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Steal the wrong thing from the wrong person

slow trench
earnest prawn
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Hmmmm. Same thing, but pretend to be jack sparrow or Robin Hood.

celest cedar
earnest prawn
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Piracy seems fitting

slow trench
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i love commiting piracy (in DnD)

earnest prawn
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But like, for the greater good. Stopping illegal or unethical trade, freeing people, stuff like that.

slow trench
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he's gonna be the most cocky person ever

earnest prawn
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Or even like, you run into a zoo or a circus. Free all the animals.

slow trench
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"i just wanted a closer look at them.... outside the tents...."

slow trench
earnest prawn
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Ohhh, I thought you wanted to die quickly. My bad. You can work around your dex modifier to be sneaky or your charisma modifier to be more charming. It would be interesting to see a rogue who simply talked themselves out of things. But it comes with choosing options in game for your character that are CALCULATED risks, rather than just straight up risks. Weigh your options, think of a backup or an escape route. Think, “could this action lead to a bounty? Immediate death? No serious harm done?” Then decide

celest cedar
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Depends on how or why they’re rogue

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Some characters are “rogue” because they didn’t fit into their village. Others are your classic skulk in the shadows and pick pockets for small cash

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Rogues just don’t fit into everyday society, whether it’s by choice, force, or some other force

wheat crystal
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At a more abstract level the Rogue as well as any other class are just bags of mechanics that you can flavor to your heart’s content (and DM’s approval)

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As for not dying, if you’re a ranged Rogue it shouldn’t be too much of an issue. If you’re mainly melee, as Swashes tend to be, both your class and subclass features have great defensive options such as Uncanny Dodge and Evasion.

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A good piece of advice for combat is to know when to retreat or at least get out of the way of an enemy. Part of knowing comes from experience, but the most basic assessment can be just comparing how much health you have left to the amount of potential damage you might take before your next turn

lyric fjord
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how to overthrow the dm (hypothetical) gifGoblinFire

earnest prawn
lyric fjord
wheat crystal
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I mean easiest way is to learn how to DM yourself and run a game, but I wouldn’t advocate for poaching players in most circumstances

earnest prawn
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Hypothetically, you just choose to do things that aren’t really there, commandeer the story and lead the players off on your own thing. In realistic terms, you attempt to make amends with the dm or just find a different session.

And if it was purely in terms of a good jest, just loophole and cheese your way through encounters 🤷🏼‍♀️

celest cedar
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Mind games children

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Mind games

paper blade
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I am new to dnd and I have a question. But it’s a bit long

wheat crystal
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Sure shoot your question!

paper blade
# wheat crystal Sure shoot your question!

I have a character? question. At least I think this applies to character creation. I know now that the homebrew stuff is basically just made up stuff that people make for others to use. But does that apply to everything? Like if I create a character how much can I do with it? Like action wise?
This might not be part of character creation. But what I mean is, like.. in bg3 you have actions you can take based on your character. And some characters have reactions that you can use. Are these based on your character’s design? And could you create your own reactions and actions to certain situations? And how far can we go with it?
Like if I build a character that’s like been through some shit, been around the block,jumpy and prone to tears of rage/or fear can actions/reactions be built around that?
Because I was like it would be funny if a character was built like that, and they got into a “fear inducing situation” and you could like do a roll for reaction or something. Like some people go into fight mode blindly and inadvertently harm others (ie. Pushing someone to get out of harms way, but inadvertently causing the other person to be in harms way) I feel like if that happened if the creature/person that’s attacking the group had higher intelligence would become confused which in theory would benefit the next person to attack. Conversely, if the initial roll to decide the action/reaction fails then the character would be frozen in fear?

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I am so sorry it’s sooo long

celest cedar
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So, to boil it down, you are asking what action, bonus actions, and reactions you have as a player?

final pasture
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I have a character question if anyone has an answer, it's a lil weird but like I'm tryna grasp the rules of the game and stuff lol after @paper blade's question is answered

celest cedar
paper blade
celest cedar
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Sure, but homebrewed items, spells, and features/traits should be brought by your dm to ensure that they are okay with it being used at their table

wheat crystal
# paper blade I have a *character?* question. At least I think this applies to character creat...

The rules of the game dictate what character options you have and what you can do with those options. In general there are a handful of common actions any class/character can use, and some that are exclusive. Some features modify such existing options.

Reactions are generally the same. The most customizable reaction is done by taking the Ready action on your turn, which allows you to use your action to designate a trigger and response. You can’t necessarily make your own custom reactions (i.e. enter Rage as a reaction), there are certain limits which are detailed in the relevant section in the Free Basic Rules / Player’s Handbook. What you can customize is choosing to build your character that can mechanically support your narrative concept. Most of the time this can be done fully RAW. Sometimes it may take a little reflavoring (changing narrative descriptions w/o changing mechanics, such as describing a Barbarian’s Rage as a battle trance instead).

celest cedar
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You basically actions are attack, dodge, hide, dash, disengage, and consume/utilize

paper blade
wheat crystal
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Your idea of a “fear” option would likely take some homebrew, but I think you can achieve it in a more cooperative way via roleplay instead of through mechanics. Remember D&D is a team game, and a teammate that “for the lol” might inadvertently attack their buddies or take themselves out of combat might not be conducive or fun for the table.

celest cedar
wheat crystal
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Indeed, the free basic rules are available in this channel’s pins as well as #learn-to-play . I would try to think of a concept you would like, and a few aspects of that concept you would want mechanically representation for, then use the official game rules to build a character that accomodates that concept

paper blade
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Fair enough! Thanks for the help!

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I think someone else had a question tho

wheat crystal
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Dw too much about it, post a question if/when you want to. The channel doesn’t run on a ticket system haha

paper blade
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Fair enough!

wheat crystal
celest cedar
final pasture
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Alrighty haha I didn't want to message it in the middle of a discussion lol but like I have an OC, and I was wondering if I could get help with translating her into the general world of DND? If that makes sense so like I have multiple questions in one message, I'm sorry, so when it comes to class I was thinking Rogue or Bard, or even both if that's possible, but the problem is her race/species I'm having trouble translating. If that makes sense?

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Sorry I'm not too great with words so I'll clarify if needed

wheat crystal
final pasture
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Okay, should I just copy paste into that??

celest cedar
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Yeh

final pasture
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Kk

shell urchin
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Morning peeps

celest cedar
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Yo yo yo

shell urchin
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Ahh today sucksssv

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The heat is unberable and so are the people

celest cedar
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You in oceana or something?

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Europe?

crude musk
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This isn't a general chat, please use #non-dnd-topics for non-D&D small talk

slate garnet
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hello people! :)

I just recently started getting into playing dnd online and without my irl friends, and am a bit shocked to be frank.
Seems like vast majority of the games being run are paid, and cost quite a lot (most are 20$ a session)

Is this normal for DnD? I thought I would see more people just playing for the sake of playing.
What would you recommend to start playing f2p (if I don't want to DM myself)? :)

Thank you and sorry if it's a dumb question!

crude musk
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Rest assured

slate garnet
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where do you find them? I looked at startplaying and roll20

crude musk
crude musk
slate garnet
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thanks a lot for responding and being super helpful!

crude musk
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No worries

lime violet
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My life cleric reached 5th level. His Wisdom modifier is 6. How many 3rd level spells can he have prepared?

fleet field
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He can have 11 spells prepared total, and you can have any mix of spell levels within that

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Btw, how is his wisdom modifier +6? Without magic items you can only get to +5

cinder mantle
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im also curious, how is it 6?

lime violet
fleet field
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You still shouldn’t be able to get that high

cinder mantle
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thst means a +5 mod

fleet field
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And either way you can’t increase normally past 20 or +5 modifier

lime violet
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Nvm its +4

fleet field
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Even if you rolled an 18, got +2 from race, you couldn’t put the +2 from level 4 into wisdom

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That sounds more normal

lime violet
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I am dumb

cinder mantle
fleet field
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9 spells of any level then

lime violet
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Do cantrips include in this number?

fleet field
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No

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You have a seperate number of known cantrips shown on your class table

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3 at level 5 for a cleric iirc? Double check tho

lime violet
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And it also excludes the amount of spells I alr have prepared from my domain?

fleet field
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Yup, those are bonus automatically prepared spells

cinder mantle
fleet field
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So you’ll have a number of cantrips (4) + 9 spells + the automatic spells from your domain (6 I think at this level?)

cinder mantle
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4 cantrips at level 5

fleet field
weak heron
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I have a question about a move I made with my level 8 Paladin last weekend. It felt a bit overpowered, and my party wasn't sure if I played it correctly. I made a two-handed swing with my war hammer and used a 2nd level Branding Smite and a 2nd level Divine Smite. Then, I made another two-handed swing with my war hammer, using Divine Smite at 2nd level again. My dice rolls were: 1d10+3, 2d6, 3d8 + 1d10+3, and 3d8. The total damage was around 56. Did I do this correctly?

magic bane
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where i can learn dnd ? i tried baldurs gate 3 to learn dnd but i felt overwhelmed with information

echo kelp
weak heron
magic bane
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appreciate it guys , much love

cinder mantle
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and did you divine smite on the second swing?

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taking away the 3d8 from the second branding smite that looks correct

weak heron
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ok awesome, be sure to let my party know that that boss isnt quite dead

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or shouldnt be atleast

fleet field
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Also, keep in mind that that’s most of your resources gone right there. It may be high damage in the moment, but across a whole adventuring day it’s not really consistent

weak heron
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I knew that branding smite was a bonus action so i only used it once, i used Divine smite twice

weak heron
fleet field
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According to what you wrote you used it twice

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Divine smite on the 1st attack and branding smite on both

weak heron
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I used branding once and divine 2x sorry

fleet field
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Alright, then that’s fine

weak heron
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so that was a completely legal interaction?

fleet field
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Far as I can see

weak heron
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Oh excellent, thankyou sm

fleet field
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But I’ll note a few things regarding the balance of it:

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  1. The damage you rolled was slightly above average, so you were lucky in that regard
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  1. Both attacks landing was somewhat lucky
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  1. That’s most of your daily resources
crude musk
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Getting off topic a little bit

weak heron
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i was about to explain but youre correct davyd sorry

vocal yacht
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Can one play D&D 5e with char lists for D&D one/2024?

crude musk
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The 2024 core rulebooks are D&D 5th edition books

echo kelp
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There is guidance in the upcoming 2024 Players Handbook on how to support 2014 character options

spark valley
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what aspect of it are you looking for help with? :)

weak heron
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theres a ton of beginner friendly campaigns, Id personally say try a few one shots with friends to see if you enjoy being the DM. It can be a lot of work and demands a lot of research. for first time DM campaigns id suggest 'Dragon of Icespire Peak' its a pretty modular campaign with a ton of flexibility. but the books help a lot.

spark valley
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?newdm

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vestal oar
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Hey y’all, I’m super new to DND. All of my experience is one campaign that lasted like 3 sessions and never got finished years ago and an embarrassing amount of time playing BG3. I’ve always actually wanted to play DND (well I plan on DMing) but I have no idea where to start. Where can I find a beginner friendly online group to run a campaign with?

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harsh fjord
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If you have the Essentials Kit, you should be okay. I think the Dragons of Stormwreck Isle set does a better job of helping the new DM, whereas Icespire Peak in the Essentials Kit is a little easier for players to just choose quests. But a lot of folks have had success using the Essentials Kit as their first DM experience!

Two resources I'd put on your radar: this guide (https://howtogm.guide/) and the first few videos of Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlUk42GiU2guNzWBzxn7hs8MaV7ELLCP_). His thesis is that running the game is easy (or at least easier than it's often made out to be) and fun, and his videos help folks see that for themselves.

primal hemlock
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Hi guys, i'm a complete DnD newbie and really keen to get into it. i'm a big fan of BG3 but I have no idea where to begin when it comes to playing dnd with others. I've not got any interest in being a DM just a player but there's a lot of things around character building and playing the game itself which i have no clue on. I've built a character using dndbeyond character creator and I know some of the basics from BG3. I guess i almost need a mentor just to hold my hand and get me started. I've used #find-a-game but don't feel anywhere near prepared enough to jump into a game yet

smoky adder
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Welcome! There’s some good info in #learn-to-play to help you get started, but what specific questions did you have?

primal hemlock
# smoky adder Welcome! There’s some good info in <#1192567198024208565> to help you get starte...

thank you for your reply 🙂 it's a few things really, i've created a character but it's level one and i'm not sure if I need to build my levels up from scratch or if i can go into a game as a beginner but at a higher level? Also very confused about all the modifiers etc. Just feel like i'm going to find it hard to learn how to play unless i just start playing but i've found it difficult to find beginner only games

smoky adder
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Some games do start at higher levels, but that’s up to the DM.

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Until/unless your DM has told you otherwise, assume you start at level 1.

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Each ability score (like your Strength score) has an ability score modifier (i.e. your Strength modifier).

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The value of your modifier depends entirely on your score.

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Modifiers are most commonly used as bonuses (or penalties) when you roll the dice.

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Your Strength modifier gets added to attack rolls and damage rolls when you use a melee weapon, for example.

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Or when you make a Strength (Athletics) check to perform some feat of strength.

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Or when you make a Strength saving throw to muscle your way out of trouble.

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If your Strength score is 16 or 17, for example, then your Strength modifier is +3, and in all those cases you’d add +3 to the roll.

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As for finding beginner games, finding a game can be hard no matter your experience level, I’m afraid.

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But in my experience, a lot of games are still welcoming for beginners even if they’re not explicitly advertised that way.

azure forge
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Hello I am new here

smoky adder
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So if you see one you’re interested in, it never hurts to ask!

primal hemlock
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that's all really helpful thank you. I noticed on the dndbeyond character creator I was able to customise modifiers etc but would you say it's best to just stick with standard modifiers for now, much like starting at level 1?

My other questions is consitution saving throws, i don't really understand those!

primal hemlock
azure forge
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I'm on this website called roll 20 haha

smoky adder
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A monster might drain your strength, for example, so you’d then adjust your character sheet accordingly.

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I’d leave those all blank for now.

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To your other question: Constitution is a measure of your inner health, vitality, and fortitude. A saving throw is rolled to avoid some dangerous fate.

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Thus a Constitution saving throw is used to avoid something harmful to your inner health, like poison.

primal hemlock
cinder mantle
primal hemlock
fair scaffold
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Im new to dnd and i cant figure out how to do the spellcasting sheet for a level 3 sorcerer, ive watched a bunch of yt videos but i dont understand how to fill it in can someone vc or explain it to me

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

lavish oriole
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Hello everyone

smoky adder
fair scaffold
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I dont understand the table for how many spells i have or what spellslots are that stuff

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I just wanna know what number goes in what box

smoky adder
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Broadly speaking, though, either the rules or your DM will tell you when to roll a saving throw.

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It's not something a player ever chooses to do.

smoky adder
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If you're a level 3 sorcerer, you'd just look at the third line there.

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Which shows you'd know 4 cantrips and 4 spells of 1st-level or higher (as long as you have spell slots for that level).

fair scaffold
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Yh i know anout the table but the dm tried to explain it to me but i just dont understand

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Okay so

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Do i get the spell slots from level 1 and 2

smoky adder
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You'd also have four 1st-level spell slots, and two 2nd-level ones.

fair scaffold
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Do they stack

smoky adder
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No. Each row shows your cumulative total.

fair scaffold
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Ooh okay

smoky adder
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So compared to level 2, you'd have gained one additional spell, one additional 1st-level spell slot, and two brand-new 2nd-level slots.

primal hemlock
fair scaffold
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So on the sheet the for the spell level 1 i put down 4 in the slots total box?

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Ive seen example spell sheets and they had written down like a 6 spells even though its only 4 for level 1 spells

smoky adder
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Without seeing those sheets, I couldn't tell you how they got to six. They might have a subclass or some other rule that's giving them additional spells.

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But yeah, you'll want to write down four 1st-level slots.

fair scaffold
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Okay so under the level one section i write down 4 spells

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And then 2 spells in the level 2 section

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Okay cool

smoky adder
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You have two 2nd-level spell slots.

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And four spells in total.

fair scaffold
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Huh

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So

smoky adder
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Of those four, at least two have to be 1st-level spells.

fair scaffold
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Ooh

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Ooh okay

smoky adder
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The number of spell slots won't always match the number of spells, though.

fair scaffold
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So do i have to decide the distribution of spells now or can i take away one level 2 and add another level 1?

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Like mid game

smoky adder
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Sorcerers can trade one of their known spells any time they level up.

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A level 2 sorcerer knows three 1st-level spells.

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So when you level up to 3, you learn one new spell that can be level 1 or 2.

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And you can trade one of your existing spells for another, which could be a 2nd-level spell if you choose.

fair scaffold
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Why trade wouldnt i learn another spell or does my know spells stay the same no matter how much i level up

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Oooh

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I get it

timid locust
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(this complication is why it's much easier to start at level 1, traditionally)

smoky adder
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So a level three sorcerer can have either:

  • Four 1st-level spells
  • Three 1st-level and one 2nd-level spell
  • Two 1st-level and two 2nd-level spells
fair scaffold
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Okay cool

smoky adder
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To cast any of those spells, you need a spell slot of the same level or higher.

fair scaffold
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Why is there also a spellcasting section in the attacks section?

smoky adder
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Some spells provide attacks.

fair scaffold
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Oh theres only 3 boxes in that section can i addmore if needed

timid locust
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Your character sheet is mostly just a reference for you. Add whatever you need to make remembering your character's abilities easier.

fair scaffold
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Lastly what are sorcery points?

smoky adder
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Sorcerers get a certain number of points they can use to enhance their spells through Metamagic or to convert into extra spell slots.

heady thistle
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How many warlock subclasses are there?

crude musk
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About 10ish I think give or take

smoky adder
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  • The Archfey
  • The Celestial
  • The Fathomless
  • The Fiend
  • The Genie
  • The Great Old One
  • The Hexblade
  • The Undead
  • The Undying
heady thistle
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What would be the best for a shadowy summoner type who can teleport fairly

crude musk
heady thistle
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I wanna play with that Alastor guys power

fair scaffold
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How many dice sets are needed for dnd

crude musk
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Just 1

fair scaffold
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Because some dicerolls are like 5 d6

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And like isnt that alot

crude musk
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You can roll the same dice multiple times and tally the result

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or use a dice app

fair scaffold
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Oh okay yh

grim parcel
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Hi everyone. I’m new, I’ll go through the channels and try learn some stuff.

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YouTube etc. wanted to dive into this stuff for a bit now

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fair scaffold
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How do u know whether u roll with advantage or not

timid locust
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Either a feature that you have will tell you to do so, or the DM will.

fair scaffold
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Like in a wall of text it will say “roll for advanrage”

cinder mantle
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!spell faerie fire

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Any attack roll against an affected creature or object has advantage if the attacker can see it, and the affected creature or object can't benefit from being invisible.

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it says attacks against affected creatures has advantage

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so you roll advantage

fair scaffold
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Ooh i see thank you

wise forge
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Hello Guys, im pretty new here and wanted to start playing Real DnD but I have absolutely 0 Idea where to start, can somebody give me a couple directions?

true musk
# wise forge Hello Guys, im pretty new here and wanted to start playing Real DnD but I have a...

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wise forge
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Thanks mate I'll check it out

wary marsh
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is there a way to be a light domain cleric on dndbeyond without buying it

cerulean salmon
timid locust
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But unfortunately that's the only way. Otherwise, it's a purchased product.

wary marsh
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Ok cool

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also is there an eladrin race thats not elf (eladrin)?

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so i can like choose a season

cinder mantle
wary marsh
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Oh

cinder mantle
wary marsh
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Its not in the details page for it though

cinder mantle
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the reason theyre separate is cause the not subrace one is updated and newer

wary marsh
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So if im Eladrin (Variant) i can choose a season?

cinder mantle
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Creature Type. You are a Humanoid. You are also considered an elf for any prerequisite or effect that requires you to be an elf.

cinder mantle
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thats only for the separate eladrin

wary marsh
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Oh

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do you need to buy the seperate eladrin

open kindle
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What is dnd

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cinder mantle
craggy karma
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yeah ima be honest i use Roll20 anyways

cinder mantle
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Same

valid bloom
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Hey, looking for some help. D&D has always interested me but seems so complex that I’ve always put off getting started. I’ve gotten as far as creating a new character using Roll20 but now I’m lost and have no clue where to go from here 😂

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timid locust
# valid bloom Hey, looking for some help. D&D has always interested me but seems so complex th...

Welcome! If you're new to DnD, the best place to start is with the free basic rules linked above. We also have a set of videos if you're more of a visual learner, and we have the #learn-to-play channel for more resources.

If you're looking for a game after having read through the rules, you can begin your search on this server in #find-a-game . Finally, if you've got any specific questions, we'll be happy to help you here!

dapper dove
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Hi everyone! Relatively new player here looking to get stuck in to support my son’s interest. He’ll be getting the new PHB and I’ll probably pick up the dungeon masters guide when it releases.

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I wondered if we know if any other official Greyhawk material is coming? Like a setup book or adventures?

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Keen to use it as an entry point for him.

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fallen surge
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Welcome. The bot post above has lots of helpful resources to get you started. Once you’ve taken a quick look through some of the provided materials, let us know if you have any specific questions. We’re more than happy to help

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weak turtle
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Hi all of you Dms and Players! dndCheers

vestal shadow
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hey guys can anyone help me become a better dm

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i have a campaign coming up that im having i spent a long time to create this story and i really dont have much experience as a dm and would love some pointers

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true musk
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

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

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

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

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

harsh fjord
# vestal shadow i have a campaign coming up that im having i spent a long time to create this st...

Two resources I'd put on your radar: this guide (https://howtogm.guide/) and the first few videos of Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlUk42GiU2guNzWBzxn7hs8MaV7ELLCP_). His thesis is that running the game is easy (or at least easier than it's often made out to be) and fun, and his videos help folks see that for themselves.

I have some DM advice here: #dnd-newcomers message

You can also search the server using dm advice and/or dm tips as keywords. You'll find plenty of good suggestions!

raven garnet
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Hi! Me and my friends are trying to play dnd for the first time. We're doing it online through roll20 and are wondering how we can join a game. It looks like u gotta book a time and we're not trynna do all that

harsh fjord
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There's no booking to use Roll20, so I'm not clear on your problem!

raven garnet
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Oh i mightve missed something, then how do we just start a game?

harsh fjord
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You have to sign up, then someone creates a game. You "enter" that game space, and there you'll have access to various tools. #third-party is the better place for discussing the finer points of various platforms and such, but I wanted to not leave you hanging.

raven garnet
harsh fjord
west cipher
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Hi, nice to meet all of you

upbeat sand
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Hi, I’ve played only a couple games so I’m not super experienced, but my friends would like me to DM for them and I decided to give it a go. Anyone have any tips? I’ll be running for a party of 3 (1 complete newb, 1 intermediate, and 1 who says they’re quite experienced, but I don’t really believe them lol) I was thinking of doing the Lost Mines of Phandelver

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hasty birch
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Hi everyone, I am brand new to DND and have been wanting to play forever, after much hassle with friends I just went ahead and looked up basic stuff online to get started and some expereicne on my own. Idrk what to do next, can anyone help?

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harsh fjord
# hasty birch Hi everyone, I am brand new to DND and have been wanting to play forever, after ...

You have a few options: you could watch some games played on YouTube or Twitch just to see what it's like in action. (Podcasts also work for this.) Play the demo linked above. Read through #learn-to-play. You could read through the Basic Rules linked above. You could watch the Handbooker Helper videos linked above (or WASD20's Rules School). You could sign up for a learn-to-play session through the virtual weekends linked in the server's Events channel. Or you can do any/all of these in increments. Read one chapter. Watch one video.

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harsh fjord
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Personally, I wouldn't sink money in until I tried it and was sure I liked it. That's just me, though.

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opaque vector
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helloooo this is my first time playing dnd-

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Good evening all I am new to D&D and decided to take on the role of DM for my family so we can play but I am also looking at a little solo D&D adventure that I am looking forward to playing but I have so much to learn and understand with the game and I can't wait to learn with all the help i can get.

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cunning ether
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I'm new to DND and am still trying to figure it out, I don't really have anyone to play with/ help me figure it out. 😅

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red shell
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I used to DM many years ago back during when the dinosaurs still roamed the earth. I'm interested in dipping in again but with zero investment. How realistic would it be to just use the free tools from DND Beyond and Discord it?

echo kelp
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Perfectly fine

harsh fjord
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Pretty realistic, I think.

earnest prawn
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That’s what I do for a current campaign that I’m a player in and I really enjoy it.

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It’s super doable.

cerulean salmon
red shell
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The Basic Rules (2014) free as listed on the DND Beyond webpage wouldn't be enough for most players?

echo kelp
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That is what they meant I think

cerulean salmon
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Yeah

harsh fjord
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I think so. Some folks are so eager to play that they don't need access to every option. Plus, there are libraries. Used copies of the PHB aren't terribly expensive. And there's plenty of interesting free homebrew if you want to explore other possibilities.

upbeat sand
true musk
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Click the link

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It highlights common mechanics and rules.

red shell
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Having access to only the free Basic Rules and nothing else would almost but guarantee the game being homebrew. I couldn't advertise it being anything else.

true musk
upbeat sand
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I did, I just couldn’t tell if it was game-specific or general

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Is it a good idea to let the players know exactly what campaign they’re playing or should I try to keep it a secret?

cerulean salmon
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You don't have to tell them everything but you should probably fill them in a bit

true musk
red shell
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Does DND Beyond have a free dice roller?

upbeat sand
red shell
true musk
upbeat sand
red shell
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Excellent

upbeat sand
true musk
red shell
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Yes but sadly I'm just looking at using the free content, no initial investment.

cerulean salmon
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Roll20 can be free

true musk
# upbeat sand Understood 👍. I just want to satiate the players as much as possible bcs this i...

I recommend checking out this video by Pointy Hat going over things that get overlooked but can contribute to forming successful campaign: https://youtu.be/yUhWlfH68L4

It covers things such as discussing how regularly combat, social, and dungeon encounters should occur every few sessions.
For example, I'm fine if a session doesn't include a combat encounter but prefer that there is at least one combat encounter every two sessions.
Discussing these details can go a long way to making sure everyone has fun at the table.

lyric fjord
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Wsp

true musk
red shell
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What kind of playstyle are people looking for now days? I went to a tabletop game at my local gaming store it was all about strategy, battle maps and zero roleplay.

true musk
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It varies from person to person.

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That's why discussing preferences is so important.

olive pebble
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How could one integrate the idea of a scrappy, more hands on character with some knowledge of the arcane into gameplay? (Would it be better to focus on being a rogue or wizard more?)

true musk
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Can you clarify what you mean by hands on?

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olive pebble
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In the sense of preferring or being better in melee, yeah

cinder mantle
red shell
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Casual, hardcore, roleplay, hack'n'slash are the basic categories I'm guessing.

earnest prawn
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sinful basin
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Hi, I'm fairly new to the game..hry guys

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true musk
# sinful basin Hi, I'm fairly new to the game..hry guys

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You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

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feral tinsel
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I’m really new to DND and I’m looking to start but where do I start

alpine escarp
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well, as Zero just posted, there's quite a few ways to do so, depends on your own base game knoledge (aka, what you already know or if it's just what dnd stands for, in which case it's fine anyway), checking then the rules, seeing if you are ready to play looking for a game to join or have a game to run

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dapper dove
late harness
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hellooo, been a long time enjoyer of watching D&D but am now trying to dip my toes into playing it and potentially DMing one day

alpine escarp
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I'd suggest giving a read of the dms handbook and trying a premade module, that way you don't overwhelm yourself with too much to handle, even just a one shot could slowly ease you into the flow of things

true musk
somber gull
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Poof

feral tinsel
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Is it’s allowed to have two classes?

celest cedar
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Yes, multiclassing is a very popular method in 5th edition. Just realize that some classes have ability score requirements (like barbarian and 13 strength) and that your total character level maxes out at 20 so you have to be smart about how you split up your levels

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If your multiclass involves two of the same ability, then you take the stronger of the two. So if you were a lvl 15 fighter, you would get their improved extra attack, not it along with another class’ extra track

feral tinsel
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Thx for helping me find out that it’s allowed,I asked because I wanna be a bard and artificer cat guy

wheat crystal
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The basic rules should have a section on multiclassing. One of the most important things to know before dipping your toes into it is that multiclassing into a certain class requires you to have specific stat minimums. For example if you were to start as a Bard you wouldn’t be able to multiclass into Artificer unless you also had an Intelligence stat of 13 or higher

zinc relic
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has anyone tried the supernatural D&D?

wheat crystal
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There aren’t any official D&D collabs with Supernatural afaik. Are you referring to 3rd Party / Homebrew content?

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wheat crystal
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If you wanted to discuss 3rd party content you should share it in #third-party

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This channel is for helping newbies learn the rules of D&D / get started in D&D

dire remnant
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Hello :))

vestal shadow
finite tangle
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Hi guys im new but ik how things work but I feel I still need more to know about the game how can I learn and how can start playing with others?

sonic sierra
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My brother and I have been wanting to play DND for a few years (lmao) now, but as the player, I always get stuck in the character creation part. I wish I could just video chat someone so they could tell me how to fill my character sheet. Would love some help! Thanks, you guys!

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glad tendon
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what is a good vtt, im thinking of buying foundry as i want to avoid subscription services?

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is this a good charachter?

wheat crystal
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wheat crystal
# glad tendon what is a good vtt, im thinking of buying foundry as i want to avoid subscriptio...

Foundry is a great option for a one-time cost. Roll20 also works fairly well as a free option. Generally if you’re going to play as a player your DM should tell you which VTT to use.

As for your character, there’s a few issues I noticed with it:

  1. Generally new characters start at level 1, not 3, without DM approval.
  2. You seem to have given yourself Investigation expertise but I don’t see a feature that would have given you that
  3. How did you generate your stats? It’s advised to use Standard Array or Point Buy before joining a game, as those are generally more balanced than rolling, and DMs that do use Rolling usually have you roll in front of them as an anti-cheating measure.
  4. For an Artificer your Int is very low. I would swap your Int and Str scores as Artificer’s primary stat is Int. This isn’t as necessary, but I also advise to make your second & third highest scores Con and Wis, respectively.
  5. Speaking of which, you didn’t put in your score modifiers.
  6. As with #4, your low Int means your spells prepared are incorrect. Unless you change around your stats, you should only have 1 spell prepared outside of your “free” subclass spells.
  7. You haven’t added in nor equipped your class and background equipment.
  8. Finally, you seem to have included a significant amount of homebrew (unofficial) content, including your subclass, background, and deity. I would stick to official options only as you are new for balance and experience’s sake, and for the fact that homebrew is super subject to DM approval.
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echo kelp
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For further discussion of VTTs, use #third-party (channel for discussing third-party books, services, and tools)

frigid dove
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Hello everybody, I'm pretty new to dnd and I've started a campaign as a lvl 8 arcane trickster rogue with two 2nd level spells, shadow blade and invisibility and i can have one more 2nd level wizard spell.
What do you guys recommend i get?

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exotic ferry
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Hello, I'm new to D&D, I want to make monster stat blocks are there any rules for that I have to follow?

plucky ridge
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The only general rule is that it should be balanced to the party and a reasonable encounter.

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You don't really want to make something that's immune to all elements for example unless the party has a way to counter it

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But even then, it's not really a rule. You can build however you want.

frigid dove
smoky adder
true musk
# exotic ferry Hello, I'm new to D&D, I want to make monster stat blocks are there any rules fo...

If you're new to D&D, I recommend starting with already made stat blocks as you'll want to build an understand of D&D rules, mechanics, and combat balance, particularly CR.

To make your life easier, you can also reflavor monster statblocks. This is where you keep the mechanics but change the aesthetics.
For example, the lamia statblock has claw attack that deals slashing damage. You can reflavor the lamia as just a samurai, where the claw attacks are sword attacks.

For guidance on making things from scratch, head over to #homebrew

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smoky adder
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Reflavoring really is the easiest option, though, especially if you're new to D&D.

exotic ferry
true musk
# frigid dove I have 16 INT and a +3 modifier, is that good enough?

Should be okay.
Since you're new to dnd, make your character at level 1 and proceed to level them one level at time until you reach level 8.
This way you can build your understanding of the character in a more digestable way as opposed to diving into level 8 all at once.

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frigid dove
inland dew
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Hi new to dnd, a friend recommended it to me

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I’m absolutely new, idk anything about dnd except races and classes

smoky adder
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Welcome! #learn-to-play can get you started with the basics, but if you’ve got any specific questions, fire away!

elder agate
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hi

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true musk
# inland dew Hi new to dnd, a friend recommended it to me

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
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
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silent jackal
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is it possible to be a noble halfling rogue

vestal oar
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How similar is the basic gameplay of actual DND to BG3?

celest cedar
atomic comet
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There is nothing stopping you from making any character (besides ur dm)

silent jackal
atomic comet
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They would probably be the elder in their village

silent jackal
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mhmmm youre right ok ok ok, i would have to figure out how to make a young elder

atomic comet
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Hmmmm

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Could be the leader of a refugee camp

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silent jackal
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Thank you so much for everything i will keep all of this information in mind as i work out the kinks in my character

atomic comet
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Ima go bye
I’m new to this server but not dnd btw

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winter sinew
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standard array if i can remember

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yeah standard array

smoky adder
winter sinew
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hi spamandtuna again!! :))!!!

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lyric fjord
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So I need help I’m debating whether on whether if I should pick elf. Specially wood elf or half elf Dragonborn tiefling all from Basic Rules (2014) / Player’s Handbook (2014) Water Genasi from Elemental Evil Player's Companion

true musk
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What seems the most fun for you? Have you settled on a class?

tepid bear
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I have this new character who is a warlock that I'm excited to try

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I like combat but I feel like I miss out on having abilities to succeed in role play scenarios.

true musk
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Role playability isn't dependent on abilities.
Instead it's dependent on the choices you have the character make and how you approach social encounters.

true musk
tepid bear
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no its more of how I want to play. I know it's mostly how you approach social encounters but some abilities let you put a twist or uniqueness to them.

frail osprey
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Hello everyone, i'm new and i've never played before, where can i find a team ?

celest cedar
tepid bear
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go to find game and you can hop from there to looking for players

frail osprey
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thank you very much, also, how long does a game last ?

celest cedar
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A single session? Anywhere from 2 hours to 8 hours depending on the group and circumstances. A whole campaign, that’s up to the party. There are game that’re multiple decades long

frail osprey
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Damnn

celest cedar
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4-6 hours is average for a session and most campaigns last 4-8 months on average though

frail osprey
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Thank you very much for answering!

wheat crystal
# frail osprey thank you very much, also, how long does a game last ?

Games are usually separated into sessions. In my experience the average session is 3-4 hours.

Campaign length is more variable. Some only take a few months, and a rare few do go on for years. Usually it’s 1 session per week at a scheduled time.

If you have various time restrictions, there’s special types of games available. For example, One-Shots are typically short adventures that last only a single session.

frail osprey
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Ohhh i see, i think i'll go for one shots first to try out the game since i'm new here, before embarking on campaigns. Thank you !

ocean python
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Yo, how's it going, I'm very new to dnd, never played before but I've been learning the lore, any tips and advice?

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main fulcrum
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Start with the above 😄

analog tree
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Hi all. Brand new to D&D. I've been reading through the free rule book on dndbeyond. I've created my first character, but haven't played yet. Hoping that I will have my first in person session on Friday or Saturday.

tired tiger
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Same dude

sleek geyser
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Hi, I'm new to this (like completely new barely know how to create characters) can someone help me lirn?

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Learn*

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echo kelp
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^ Start with these links/resources and if you have specific questions, feel free to ask them here

sleek geyser
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Thx (=

olive igloo
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Hey! I’m new to DnD. My friends aren’t. We would like to get a oneshot going to help me get into it, but we’re in need of a dm. Would this be the right place to find one?

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jovial orbit
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anyone able to help me get into DND

warped sonnet
jovial orbit
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im litltrally brand new so tons of help might be needed lol im trying to build my charter now

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can do both i dont mind at all

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jovial orbit
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any able to give me a hand while i make a charater

keen hazel
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Hi, hello! I been looking for a place/site to play dnd since ages ago. All I have is my own character atm dndLurk Thank you for letting me join here. dndApprove

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warped sonnet
tropic forge
rocky zinc
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Greetings.

tropic forge
rocky zinc
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Fellow druid.

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Ey.

tropic forge
rocky zinc
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Oki.

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I'm a noob.
Very much new to D&D.

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oak jasper
molten spruce
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Are there any good resources to help someone new to DnD really get good at the RP aspect?

tropic forge
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dynoError No tag roleplay found in category new.

harsh fjord
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I think that depends. What do you mean by the RP aspect?

fallen surge
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?tag new roleplaying

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keen hazel
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true musk
#

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
Check out the resources in the bot post above and #learn-to-play

You can ask basic dnd questions here in #dnd-newcomers

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warped sonnet
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if you are still searching for someone to walk you through the rules and character creation

ocean cedar
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Hi I am new to dungeons and dragons and I barley know nothing about the rules but I’ve been wanting to play it for a while

burnt seal
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Hi there. Check out the D&D 5e SRD to learn the basic rules and classes. Then check out #find-a-game to...find a game

ocean cedar
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Ok

smoky adder
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There's some good info in #learn-to-play that can help you get started!

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But did you have any specific questions?

ocean cedar
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Not rn but thanks!

severe path
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Hi, I started playing bg3 last year, that snowballed into me listening to CR and drawing fantasy characters every night. So I know a little about the game, but I’ve never played it. Any tips on getting started?

burnt seal
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Start by learning the rules from the SRD or PHB, then start looking for a group.

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The best way to learn is to play

smoky adder
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That's got everything you need to know to get started.

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(The SRD isn't really meant for reading as-is.)

severe path
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Super, thank!

burnt seal
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My bad. I mix up the SRD with the basic rules all the time 😛

smoky adder
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What kind of character did you play in BG3? Did you want to play that again, or try something new?

severe path
oak jasper
quaint sun
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Ello :))

smoky adder
smoky adder
quaint sun
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I’ve played dnd before but I’ve only played the rules my teacher set out for us ( was in dnd club)

quaint sun
smoky adder
quaint sun
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And as well as the diversity in their characters

smoky adder
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What kind of character did you play?

quaint sun
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I played a wood elf Druid named Emily

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I just used the first name that came up in my head

burnt seal
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Not a bad name. How'd you like playing druid?

quaint sun
burnt seal
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Which circle did you play?

quaint sun
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Circle? Hm that’s a new term unless I forgot it

burnt seal
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The subclass

fringe stone
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hello i'm totally new to d&d

winter sinew
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what type of game styles are there?

burnt seal
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Well there's one-shots, short adventures that are meant to only take one session.
Campaigns, which are meant to take multiple sessions to tell the whole story.
Westmarches games, where players in a shared world with multiple GMs choose the adventure they want, and get a DM to run it for them.

winter sinew
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for a beginner who has never played before should i do one-shots?

burnt seal
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It's a good way to learn!

winter sinew
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i just hope i dont annoy the DM if i get chosen to play

velvet jetty
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One shots are perfect but if you can get into a campaign you definitely should. It's a whole other experience. Maybe ask the dm for an introductory adventure night.

winter sinew
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alright! also sorry another question im like a a silly guy so is it okay to like request to play? might be a silly question just i dont know just wanna make sure im not breaking rules or anything

next quail
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You can usually find local groups who would love to have new people join or just ask a freind who plays

timid locust
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The only rule you might be breaking is this server's rule against talking about your own age.

winter sinew
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oh my god i didnr know sorry!

timid locust
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No worries, just edit your post to remove that part.

winter sinew
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i didnt see it in the rules so sorry!

timid locust
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Different groups will have different requirements, but there's no general statement. Just be open with your DM when you reach out to them, and be aware of any restrictions that they state in their posts.

winter sinew
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ofc ofc!

winter sinew
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also sorry for so many questions but it says preferred way to play, like i know its self explanitory but would beginner friendly be one or something? i dont know weep

timid locust
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Not ever group that's beginner friendly well advertise it, but some will openly say that they're beginner friendly.

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Just be open with your DM that you're a newbie, and if they're not comfortable with it, then they can let you know!

next quail
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sometimes dnd veterans dont like noobs but most of us love introducing people to the game

winter sinew
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im just worried about annoying others

winter sinew
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so should i look for games? or make a looking for dm post

next quail
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you could always make a group with friends who might interested in learning how to play but looking for games is a good idea

velvet jetty
supple sage
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hi! are there any dnd mobile game? bc I'm too shy to look for an irl party to play with, but I've always wanted to play dnd

fallen surge
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When you say "mobile game" do you just mean playing it online, or are you asking about a video game or something?

burnt seal
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Do you mean like Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms, or like, "play D&D ttrpg on the phone"

timid locust
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Remember, Dungeons and Dragons is a roleplaying game made for 1 dungeon master and about 4 players. It's not something that you can play by yourself.

supple sage
supple sage
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but my problem is playing with ppl irl, I don't mind playing with ppl online

winter sinew
burnt seal
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Oh no

velvet jetty
royal dirge
winter sinew
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yeah but i also gotta worry about school too LambBow

velvet jetty
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The search can be hard and take time. I'd look at a local store too.

winter sinew
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local store?

burnt seal
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Do you have a local game store?

winter sinew
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i do yeah

flint lion
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Hello everyone! Nice to meet you all!

winter sinew
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hello!!!

flint lion
green pewter
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hi

winter sinew
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boss?? MonomicConfused

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hi!!

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true musk
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Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
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
flint lion
still radish
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Hiya!

smoky adder
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Welcome!

flint lion
quiet robin
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Hello 👋

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I'm not sure how to do this lol 😅

true musk
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Feel free to start with the bot post above.

quiet robin
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I know how to do Dnd for the most part, mainly need help with character sheets mabey, but I don't know, what to do mainly 😅

true musk
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Crafting character sheets are key first steps.
Best way to get help is to start with simple yet specific questions.

quiet robin
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Ok, how do I go about doing it, I've seen things like: strength, intelligence, and all that, but I'm not 100 percent sure how it works

smoky adder
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?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
#

Abilities

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

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

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

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

burnt seal
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Do you mean how to determine your ability scores?

smoky adder
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Have you picked a race, class, and background?

true musk
quiet robin
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😨 so much just happened, I'm light headed lol

quiet robin
smoky adder
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What have you got on your sheet so far? Have you picked a race, class, and background?

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You'll need at least a race and class before you do your ability scores.

quiet robin
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Wither skeleton

frail vale
smoky adder
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Have you talked to your DM about playing a wither skeleton?

quiet robin
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No I'm still new here

olive pebble
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A magical family heirloom dagger inherited by the character, with the soul of the dragon companion of her noble family's progenitor.
That got it's magical abilities taken away when it protected the character's uncle from a deadly magic when the uncle was still and adventurer.

So now it's just a dagger that talks, and needs multiple powerful magical items to be reenchanted.

Is this a terrible idea or a neat one?

quiet robin
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And I was hoping to find dms

smoky adder
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There's no official rules for playing as a with skeleton. (I'm not even sure what that is. 😅)

frail vale
smoky adder
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So a DM is unlikely to allow it if you haven't discussed it with them first.

quiet robin
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Nice

frail vale
quiet robin
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Well it would be my first time doing dnd so I don't have a dm

smoky adder
quiet robin
frail vale
smoky adder
quiet robin
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No your fine

smoky adder
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What I'd recommend is coming with a few loose character ideas. This skeleton can be one of them.

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Then when you do find a DM, you can discuss your options and find the best fit.

frail vale
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Hold lemme get my headphones

smoky adder
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Did you have a class picked for this skeleton?

quiet robin
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Yea, a barbarian with a fire like longsword

smoky adder
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Nice

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So if you don't have a DM yet, I'd recommend using either the Standard Array or Point Buy for your ability scores.

quiet robin
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?

smoky adder
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Standard Array is the easier of the two.

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You can assign each of the following numbers to your abilities in whatever order you like: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8

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As a barbarian, you probably want Strength, Dexterity, and Constitution as your highest scores.

winter sinew
quiet robin
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Oooh i understand what you mean, I didn't at first

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What the total I can use, like the max amount of number

frail vale
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I’m back

smoky adder
quiet robin
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So I have to use 20 points

smoky adder
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No. Let's back up. 😅

quiet robin
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Ok

smoky adder
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An ability score measures how powerful you are in each of the six abilities.

frail vale
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@quiet robin

smoky adder
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It's listed as a number, from 1 to 20.

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The higher the number, the better you are at that ability.

frail vale
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I sent a friend request so I can add to a dnd group I just made

quiet robin
#

So I can have strength at 20, wisdom at 10 and stuff like that?

smoky adder
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If you're using the Standard Array to determine your ability scores, the numbers you can use are: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8

quiet robin
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Ok, I understand

smoky adder
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You can assign each of those numbers to the ability of your choice.

vague cosmos
smoky adder
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For a barbarian, though, you might assign those values from the Standard Array (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8) as:

  • Str: 15
  • Dex: 13
  • Con: 14
  • Int: 10
  • Wis: 12
  • Cha: 8
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Or you can swap those around for a different combination.

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A high Strength increases your accuracy and damage with melee weapons, as well as how much you can lift and carry.

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A high Dexterity improves their Armor Class (AC), which makes them harder to hit with attacks. It also helps with ranged weapons.

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And a high Constitution increases their hit point maximum, so they can take more hits.

hexed galleon
#

would somone mind helping me come up with some dialogue for a character . ( dm me if yes, im strugling)
Hato

lyric fjord
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Hello

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I'm looking for a group and how to play

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
ivory gale
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I'm new to the whole thing and I'm trying to find someone who could teach me and later play with if possible

echo kelp
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Check out the resources linked to in the bot message just above and then feel free to ask specific questions here or in an appropriate channel (see #channel-guide)

sonic sierra
#

so like, i'm creating a character rn, and idk if i can choose the outlander background and still have my skills set to athletics and nature. i read that the skills needed for the outlander are athletics and survival, but i would personally prefer nature over survival. any help?

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also it says the outlander can choose ONE language of their choosing, but on the human description it said that you can choose like two. i need help on that one too. i'm a human fighter btw (so original)

smoky adder
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Those will let you swap for Athletics and Nature if you prefer.

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And it sounds like you'll have a total of three languages: two from being human, plus one from being an outlander.

sonic sierra
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oh ty sorry I didn't see your msg earlier.

sonic sierra
chrome marsh
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Hi, im new here. Do someone knows if there is like a very popular website that im missing out for local dnd lfg?

zealous roost
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How to play? I am new

exotic remnantBOT
fresh fable
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Free rules, videos guides and stuff dndThis

harsh fjord
chrome marsh
wide bolt
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So how do I start the game?

burnt seal
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Pick a module, or a world, or create a world, come up with a campaign idea, get players, and play.

wide bolt
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bruh.....

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Can I join anyone?

burnt seal
sonic sierra
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my human fighter outlander has four skills. is that fine?

lament topaz
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I was about to ask the same lol

wide bolt
burnt seal
sonic sierra
lament topaz
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In the #find-a-game channel, how do you join a campaign from there? It’s so confusing/gen

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I’ve got the other channel I need but from there I don’t know what I’m doing

burnt seal
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Just scroll through #looking-for-players and find a game that you think might interest you, and see if they have a slot available.

lament topaz
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Okay thank you

mellow plinth
#

Is there a way to be your own enchanter/rune smith/imbuer?

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To make improved or legendary items

burnt seal
#

There are rules for crafting magic items.

smoky adder
#

You might enjoy playing an artificer.

mellow plinth
lyric fjord
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can anyone explain in dm vc in detail how to play dungeons and dragons I have the map and characters ready can;t fully understand how to play

true musk
lyric fjord
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watched it didn't fully got that how's one gonna win

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and how it actually works while playing

true musk
lapis wigeon
lyric fjord
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alright its some what like a rpg video game

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but like how does it ends, maybe one of the player has to defeat the final boss or something

lapis wigeon
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Every story and quest will be different.

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It depends on the module you are playing (if any)

true musk
#

It's better to think of D&D as the game engine and the adventure books as the games that run on that engine.
The same goes for campaigns where the DM crafts their own adventure.

lapis wigeon
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Some adventures have a clear start and end. Others go on for many years.

lyric fjord
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no I didn;;t bought anything yet, just created some characters and a map

lyric fjord
lapis wigeon
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With the right group, it very much is

lyric fjord
#

right now its just me and my brother trying to understand and play a short game so that we can play with large group of friends some other day

#

what would u suggest would be a cool and understandble approach to figure this out

true musk
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There are many ways to play D&D, so each campaign can provide a new experience.

Overall I tend to break down campaigns into 3 types:

  • Linear Campaigns are great for a more traditional, focused narrative with clear goals.
  • Non-Linear Campaigns strike a balance between freedom and structure, providing multiple paths while still guiding the story.
  • Sandbox Campaigns are ideal for players who enjoy exploring and creating their own path within a rich, detailed world.
lyric fjord
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alright so how the game goes for example Iam going with linear campaign for today

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and I have a map ready

true musk
lyric fjord
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btw will it work with two guys

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I have heard 3-4 is req for fun

lapis wigeon
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One of you needs to be the Dungeon Master

lyric fjord
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No that I know

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but then basically I will make the rules and he will have to overcome it to win

true musk
lyric fjord
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thanks buddy it was really helpful

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got to learn more of the basics

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btw can I say legend of zelda games are like dungeons and dragons \

true musk
lyric fjord
#

played loads of them and it feels ikinda same

lyric fjord
lapis wigeon
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Its similar in that you go on quests, fight monsters, and (possibly) explore dungeons

true musk
lyric fjord
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wtf is ttrpg

lapis wigeon
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tabletop roleplaying game

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what D&D is

lyric fjord
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in dnd handbook which I just picked up and started with a few pages they said this so I thought making own rules is also dnd lol

lyric fjord
true musk
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D&D is its own specific way to play a table top role playing game.
In the same way that Dragon Age , Dark Souls, and Breath of the Wild are all fantasy video games.
They all play very differently.

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That's why people play D&D specifically, because it's rules, mechanics, and gameplay are fun to interact with.

lyric fjord
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cool now I understood the whole thing, thanks for the inputs and taking out your time gonna enter the world of more ttrpgs and specifically dnd 🙂

thin cobalt
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Hey never played d&d before, is there anywhere I can play online to dip my toes in the ttrpg waters?

true musk
harsh fjord
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?tag new online

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kindred flax
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Hey

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Anyone up!

true musk
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The whole community is up, feel free to stop by id:customize to better personalize your experience.

kindred flax
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Got it

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I'm new to DND so can anyone suggest me a good DND game!

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I don't know much about DND one my friend is a DND artist so I just asked her about where she gets the idea to draw these amazing characters so she said they are DND characters and after that she suggested me to join this DND server

harsh fjord
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Can you explain what you mean? D&D is the game, and there are too many members in the server to recommend playing in any specific GM's campaign.

kindred flax
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Alright

true musk
kindred flax
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D&D is a free to play game!

stoic roost
kindred flax
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Wew cool

exotic remnantBOT
crisp pasture
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That is technically debatable 😄

harsh fjord
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The Basic Rules are free, but you could easily spend money on additional content and accessories.

stoic roost
kindred flax
true musk
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The bot post above gives you access to introductory videos, the free basic rules, and other helpful resources.

kindred flax
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Okay

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Sorry If I'm being annoying a bit

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Actually I've literally 0 knowledge about D&D

harsh fjord
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The channel exists for questions!

kindred flax
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So nice of you all ^^

harsh fjord
#

The bot post has a lot of good info to look through.

kindred flax
true musk
kindred flax
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Can I add anyone of you?

mystic ledge
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I don’t even know how to get started

exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
# mystic ledge I don’t even know how to get started

You have a few options: you could watch some games played on YouTube or Twitch just to see what it's like in action. (Podcasts also work for this.) Play the demo linked above. Read through #learn-to-play. You could read through the Basic Rules linked above. You could watch the Handbooker Helper videos linked above (or WASD20's Rules School). You could sign up for a learn-to-play session through the virtual weekends linked in the server's Events channel. Or you can do any/all of these in increments. Read one chapter. Watch one video.

true musk
# kindred flax Can I add anyone of you?

Quite a few people do not accept DMs from people they do not know.
So keep note that your mileage will vary. I recommend just talking to people on the server itself to better know the community as a whole.
As you do, you'll bump into the same people quite often.

kindred flax
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So every D&D player basically have totally different charcater right!

true musk
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Not exactly, quite a few people have several characters.
I believe I have 7 so far.

kindred flax
harsh fjord
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Think of an adventure as a TV series. You the player are the actor, and you can have multiple characters across different adventures/series, just probably not in the same series.

kindred flax
true musk
crisp pasture
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I've had the same character for 7 years. My DM is a saint.

kindred flax
crisp pasture
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If you're interested in the game, the best thing to do is check out your local games store. Most of them will have DMs that organize sessions for new players.

true musk
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For personal matters I would advise you do not share personal information with random people on the internet due to user safety: #rules message

nimble viper
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I don't have games store anywhere nearby, is there basic rule book to read? I know a few stuff from basic pop culture tv shows I watched in my life

crisp pasture
harsh fjord
true musk
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I do not accept private messages from people I do not know.

vast ruin
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i dont know shit abt dnd , someone explain

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
#

Welcome to the hobby! dndCheers
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
kindred flax
crisp pasture
#

Somewhat offtopic - but relevant to this channel - The discussion about D&D between Deborah Ann Woll and Jon Bernthal is great for explaining D&D to newcomers.

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I'm 100% using that method next time someone at work asks me about it

primal hemlock
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Does anyone know of any UK communities? I've joined a couple of communities using #looking-for-community looking for games etc to join as a complete beginner but none are in my timezone 😦

echo kelp
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I wouldn't worry about timezones and instead see if the play time works in your schedule. Also maybe check local game stores in your area - they may have in-person games that could work well for you.

true musk
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As someone who had DMed for players from around the world, in different time zones, it's more important that people are avaible over being in similar time zones.

primal hemlock
echo kelp
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Well it sounds like you've found the biggest and generally worst monster in D&D - scheduling!

true musk
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The UK has quite a few D&D and Tabletop conventions.
A quick google search showed me you have the upcoming Tabletop Scotland, York Board Games convention, Geek Out 2.0, and Merrycon 8 that going to start soon.

earnest prawn
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The biggest BBEG out there

primal hemlock
soft ore
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I sent you a private message Samwell Strong

true musk
harsh fjord
primal hemlock
true musk
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?al

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#
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primal hemlock
true musk
remote kite
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can anyone train me to become a dm

cinder mantle
exotic remnantBOT
#
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?
sonic sierra
glass summit
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Some races allow for additional skill proficiency. You're right

sonic sierra
sonic sierra
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And it says for my starting equipment I need (among other stuff) 10 GP, but on another page it said fighters should start with 5 d4 x 10 GP (which I don't quite know what it means) so should I combine the 10 of the equipment for the outlander and the 10 of the fighter? Sorry if it's a confusing question.

glass summit
sonic sierra
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Thanks again cosmic

glass summit
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In my experience that is the more common option, so yeah thats what I'd do

sonic sierra
glass summit
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Yeah for sure, wealth opens up a lot more options but its no good if you're not familiar with the available adventuring equipment

barren cradle
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Hello fellow adventurers. i hope everyone is well!

subtle phoenix
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Very dumb question: how do you decide how strong an enemy is like how do you know how much damage it’s going to deal and how much health it has

barren cradle
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pretty sure its up to the dm. they ill have that info predefined with the campaign they are running. there are also monster manuals etc

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it will vary with number of players

subtle phoenix
echo kelp
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No - there are official D&D monsters with statblocks in books like the Monster Manual

barren cradle
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oh no maybe i explained this incorrectly

echo kelp
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The statblocks provide the DM with the information to run the monster mechanically in the game

subtle phoenix
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Oh ok

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But there can be slightly stronger or weaker ones depending on the DM’s mood?

echo kelp
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The DM can adjust things at their table

barren cradle
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yes and no. slight variances in hp or damage

subtle phoenix
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So what’s stopping a DM from making an enemy omnipotent

barren cradle
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a 3 player campaign will fight a weaker goblin than a 5 player etc

barren cradle
subtle phoenix
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Is there a DM police that bans DMs from playing dnd ever again if they do that

echo kelp
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It wouldn't be fun. D&D is not a game of DM vs players (usually). It's a collaborative game where DM and players work together to tell a fun story. The DM presents challenges and the players, playing their characters, try and solve them and together they work together to have fun.

vital tapir
#

Hi guys. I'm brand spanking new to this. I don't even know where to start. What's best place to play online for a n00b

subtle phoenix
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Hi new guy

barren cradle
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Welcome!

echo kelp
subtle phoenix
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I have accomplished what I came here to do

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Thanks for the help guys

final shale
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Hey guys! I’m a dm/ player and just looking for a group to maybe play with

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
mellow plinth
barren cradle
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yeah and rpg tutorials. i guess 😂

tame marten
#

Hey

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I’m new here what should I do before playing

earnest prawn
stoic roost
earnest prawn
tame marten
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Alright is that an app or website

subtle phoenix
#

What is constitution?

wheat crystal
# tame marten I’m new here what should I do before playing

Welcome! The free basic rules are available in this channel’s pins as well as in #learn-to-play ! I would recommend at least familiarizing yourself with the rules (you don’t have to memorize everything), especially regarding character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also highly recommend creating a character as you go through the rules. After that, try finding a game! In this server there’s #find-a-game

subtle phoenix
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And dexterity

earnest prawn
tame marten
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Alright I’ll watch some videos then create a character.

earnest prawn
# subtle phoenix And dexterity

In terms of tomatoes…

Strength is being able to crush a tomato.
Dexterity is being able to dodge a tomato
Constitution is being able to eat a bad tomato.
Intelligence is knowing a tomato is a fruit.
Wisdom is knowing not to put a tomato in a fruit salad.
Charisma is being able to sell a tomato based fruit salad.

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^this is the simplest, silliest way I’ve seen it explained.

subtle phoenix
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Thanks

earnest prawn
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but more specifically, constitution would be your characters ability to withstand stuff like poison or alcohol. Dexterity helps them with how nimble or sneaky they can be. So dex would be your base for sleight of hand or stealth.

subtle phoenix
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How do any of those affect the potency of spells

echo kelp
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They don't specifically

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Dexterity saving throws may help someone avoid the full damage effects of a spell and constitution may help a magic caster keep maintaining concentration on a spell while being attacked.

subtle phoenix
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So do you mean a spell has the same amount of power no matter who casts it

echo kelp
#

A spell has as much power as the spell slot that it was cast at

subtle phoenix
#

The spell whaaaat

wheat crystal
subtle phoenix
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Is there mp in dnd

wheat crystal
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No, the closest match would be the variant spell points rule but most DM’s will run the traditional spell slot system

subtle phoenix
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Ah I see

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Then I have no more questions

hard dagger
#

what is a Warforged?

grizzled shadow
hard dagger
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so a non biological being?

grizzled shadow
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In a way yes

subtle phoenix
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I have returned with more questions

grizzled shadow
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A mix of both

wheat crystal
# subtle phoenix How do any of those affect the potency of spells

In terms of stats effect on spells, characters that can cast spells usually have one of their stats as their “spellcasting stat” which usually determines:

  • Your saving throw DC (the number enemies need to meet or beat to save against your spells that force a saving throw)
  • Your spell attack modifier (the number you add to your spell attack roll if you cast a spell that requires it)
  • The number of spells you can prepare at one time
    Most casters have either Intelligence, Wisdom, or Charisma as their spellcasting ability.

Constitution also has a special relationship to spells, since it affects your Concentration check. Some spells require concentration (and you can only have one concentration spell up at one time). When you’re concentrating on a spell (usually conc spells have a multiple turn duration), any time you take damage or are subject to certain effects you’ll need to make a concentration check to keep concentration on the spell. If you fail the spell immediately ends

hard dagger
harsh fjord
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Any race can be any class.

grizzled shadow
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Anything can work in some way

subtle phoenix
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I noticed that although there is a stat for evading attacks there is no stat for speed

wheat crystal
# hard dagger so a non biological being?

Slight correction, Warforged are living beings and not robots. They’re closer to golems but not exactly. They are also biological, the metal is traditionally an outer coating

grizzled shadow
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Its up to you of how its portrayed

subtle phoenix
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Does that mean speed doesn’t matter in dnd

hard dagger
wheat crystal
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Dexterity would cover “speed” though it’s not a 100% analogue

subtle phoenix
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Then what is speed good for

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I mean from what I can tell it’s not possible to flee from a battle

wheat crystal
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I am guessing you’re coming from a video game perspective

subtle phoenix
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Ya

main fulcrum
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You have a speed for movement, which definitely does matter

wheat crystal
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You can flee, though it’s dependent on the situation and what the DM/party is prepared for

main fulcrum
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It's just unrelated to your stats

subtle phoenix
main fulcrum
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For how fast you react to things, Dexterity is the closest analog

wheat crystal
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Indeed, your movement speed generally comes from your race, but can be modified by certain items, class features, subclass features, feats, etc

subtle phoenix
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So what is movement speed used for

main fulcrum
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Anyway, as was said, it is possible to run from combat

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But it's not a specific stat or ability

subtle phoenix
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Oooo

wheat crystal
subtle phoenix
main fulcrum
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And sometimes chases

wheat crystal
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If you’re talking about speed as it relates to “moving first” or “getting more turns” there’s some analogs.

  • Moving before enemies would be determined by you rolling higher than them in initiative. Certain features can modify your initiative check, such as your Dexterity modifier.
  • Getting more turns isn’t exactly how D&D works, but certain features can give you more things to do. Martial classes can make more attacks per attack action when they get Extra Attack. Reactions are special options that you can do outside of your own turn. Fighters get Action Surge, which gives you an additional action on your turn. And many more
barren cradle
subtle phoenix
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dnd characters each have their own stats, then they roll a dice when they engage in combat

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I understand that the dices decide how successful the actions the players take are

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(at least I think that’s how it works please correct me if it’s not)

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What roles do the stats of the players’ characters play in this

wheat crystal
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The stats are going to various things depending on build and context. Most attack rolls use Str or Dex. But I think you’d gain a better understanding by reading the combat section of the basic rules due to the relative complexity

subtle geode
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I am trying to start a campaign and I’m having trouble to put together a story and world, All I know is that I want it to be “parent” themed, aka each player is a parent or parents, of 1-3 kids, but I don’t know where to go from there

wheat crystal
subtle geode
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Thx

subtle phoenix
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So does dex matter when someone tries to conseal themself

wheat crystal
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Dex does help Stealth checks, yes

agile lily
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Guys I’m sure this isn’t right, but I can’t figure out how to post a game in looking for players. I just type and it posts in whatever channel I am in.

I am aware how dumb a question this is, but I’m getting pretty old

fiery dune
spark beacon
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Where do I start playing

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and what the rules for each class like am I allowed to be a living visible ghost that can phase through walls and control items from far away

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okay now I feel like im being cringy and am now gonna leave out of embarrassment

fallow forge
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Can anyon e help me quickly make a level 8 hexblade warlock for a one shot my friends are running in a bit? Very new to dnd so I just wanna quickly set up my char sheet rn to a decent build.

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
# spark beacon Where do I start playing

The bot post above provides access to the free basic rules and other resources.
It's better to learn the mechanics and rules to build your character over creating something only to then have to force it to work with mechanics.
As for where to start playing, you have a couple options. Are you looking to play online, in person, or a bit both?

spiral talon
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Anyone want to explain D&D to me like I have a singular brain cell please

fresh fable
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Find a group, Make a character, roleplay them and roll a dice when the DM tells you too

spiral talon
spiral talon
fresh fable
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What lvl character and what class and did your DM see the rolls

spiral talon
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Lv 1 and yes

spiral talon
spiral talon
fresh fable
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So a lvl one rogue will have 8 plus con mod at lvl 1