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spiral talon
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Does race do anything to that

fresh fable
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A couple could change it one of the dwarf sub races gives a bonus

spiral talon
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So basically after the oneshot I asked if i could try to make a character and we would take it more seriously. I have no experience with D&D btw. The race I think looks the coolest is Tiefling

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Based on the description it seems like the race is sort of wizard like so does that make me weaker because wizards are supposed to have low hitpoints

fresh fable
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Any race can be any class

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Yes wizards have a low hit dice but have some of the most powerful spells

spiral talon
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Can you mix any race together and if you do. Do you only get half of the bonuses for each race. Also how much does your history or the background of your character play into your skills and stuff

untold geyser
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i just want to play dnd im a total noob no idea how to start so im just looking for a server that wants to start a campine with a noob like me

fresh fable
spiral talon
fresh fable
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You can’t multi class at lvl 1

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As long as you meet the requirement you can take a lvl in a different class starting at lvl 2

spiral talon
fringe hare
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Do people run campaigns on here or something I’m new to dnd but have really wanted to play for years I would love help learning the only experience I have if you can call it that is baldurs gate 3 lol

acoustic cloak
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Can I join a campaign?

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edgy onyx
robust meadow
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Hi! In character creation. Is there a list of what kind of traits i can add and how many? Like lucky trait, resilience etc.

opal belfry
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features and traits are usually for the race/class abilities, some thing like dark vision would go there

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so there isnt a list really, its all dependent on what race/class

next quail
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loud spoke
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Also Subclasses

next quail
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yep

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ok

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thats what I said

chrome marsh
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Question: Is there any rule aplying to boat race or how to manage boat control in a combat scenario like using tripulants streng/dex modifier to roll something and determine speed or i can invent rules?

fallen surge
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Rules for sailing and ship combat were introduced in one of the adventure models, Ghosts of Saltmarsh. It’s found in Appendix A of that book

chrome marsh
fallen surge
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No, they’re boats dndLol

floral lagoon
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um quick question evryone

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how can i find a place to become a player

fallen surge
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If you're looking to join a campaign, the #find-a-game has instructions and advice for how to search for one, either in this server or elsewhere. Scroll to the top of that channel and read all the posts

lime violet
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So the Aracokra of our party almost died. He lost his wings. How long will it take to regrow his wings?

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Is there any spell that can hasten the process?

smoky adder
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The rules don't mention how long a natural regrowth would take (or whether it's even possible).

edgy onyx
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There is the Regenerate spell which can regrow limbs, but it's a level 7 one. Best bet is to ask the DM, and maybe they can make some kind of sidequest 😛

smoky adder
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But it's a 7th level spell, yeah.

lusty edge
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Hi all

smoky adder
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Welcome!

opal thunder
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Good morning

robust berry
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Hi

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Uhhh how do i even start playing? It seems complicated XD

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harsh fjord
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You have a few options: you could watch some games played on YouTube or Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/directory/category/dungeons-and-dragons) 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 rules chapter. Watch one explainer video.

robust berry
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Thanks!

opal thunder
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Looking at groups wish me luck

subtle phoenix
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Is critical hit a thing

echo kelp
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Yes - a natural 20 roll on an attack is called a critical hit.

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It hits regardless of AC

subtle phoenix
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What is AC

echo kelp
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Armor Class

subtle phoenix
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Oh ok

echo kelp
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Have to meet or beat it to hit

smoky adder
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When you make an attack roll, you roll a d20, add any modifiers, and compare it to the target's Armor Class (AC) to determine if the attack hits.

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If the number you roll on that d20 is a 20, that's a critical hit.

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So again, it hits regardless of the target's AC.

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And you also roll the damage dice for the attack twice to determine the total damage.

dire geode
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Hey im looking for a good place to find people for my first game. I understand that there is a looking for players, however of the 3 groups I've tried playing with there have been zero sessions and 2 of them have now disbanded. Is there any better way to look for a group?

harsh fjord
dire geode
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Thank you very much

cold mason
harsh fjord
# cold mason Hey Razor, I typically play at a physical table, and I'm looking to now get into...

The DM for the game will likely decide what platforms are used, if any. You might poke around some of the popular digital tools like D&D Beyond, Owlbear Rodeo, and Roll20 just to see how they function, but I don't think that's strictly necessary. I don't think there's anything online players need to prep ahead of time. Have character ideas, know the rules broadly, and be a good member of the table.

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In that regard, it's really no different from physical play.

cold mason
main fulcrum
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You may be expected to build a character with whatever online tool the group is using, but if DDB is a requirement, I would generally expect the DM to share a campaign

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Otherwise, for roll20 at least, it's pretty easy to manually enter the stuff you actually need even if you haven't purchased it

burnt hemlock
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Hey! Completely new to this. I’ve wanted to get into dnd for a while but haven’t known where to begin. Does anyone have any tips and stuff on getting started, character building etc?

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harsh fjord
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One important tip: like with any new thing, you don't need to learn it all in one go. Absorb what you can at your own pace.

burnt hemlock
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Thank you! I did have a skim through it earlier but I’m going to go through and try and create a character now

trail jetty
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Sorry if this is the wrong channel but what channel do you put the #looking-for-dm command in?

wild onyx
trail jetty
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alright thanks, just worried if It would make smth pop up or smth!

void wedge
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I really want to play dnd but im so confused by everyone

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I already have a character and back story tho im just a bit confused by the game

smoky adder
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Confused by what specifically?

void wedge
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Like how to even play in the first place and the rules and that stuff

smoky adder
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But if you've got any specific questions, fire away!

void wedge
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So I already have a character and hes and elf but i dont know how to do his stats and spells and that stuff

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Im very inexperienced

smoky adder
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So you're still trying to fill out your character sheet? Or you've got it filled out and don't know what certain parts of it mean?

void wedge
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Ive filled it out

smoky adder
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Then what you mean by "i dont know how to do his stats"?

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You don't know how to do what with them?

void wedge
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Like i dont know how much is too much and too little

smoky adder
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Let's focus in a little. Which specific stat do you want to know more about?

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HP? AC? Strength? Something else?

void wedge
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Wait now im even more confused

smoky adder
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😅

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How so?

void wedge
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You can pick hp?

smoky adder
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Your HP maximum is determined primarily by your class and your Constitution modifier.

void wedge
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😅😅😅 right

smoky adder
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Oh, and your level

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What class is your character?

void wedge
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Wizard

smoky adder
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Level 1, I assume?

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What's their Constitution modifier?

void wedge
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But i dont know whats okay and whats not okay

celest cedar
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Class health is determined by rolling a number of particular dice equal to your character level and adding your constitution modifier to that. Wizard health is determined by with a d6 standard gaming die

void wedge
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😰

smoky adder
celest cedar
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So if you start at level 1, your health will be 6+constitution

smoky adder
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Until/unless your DM tells you to start at a higher level, though, the safest option is to assume you start at level 1.

void wedge
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Because hes been through stuff

void wedge
smoky adder
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So yeah, each class has what's known as a Hit Die. You get one for each level, so a level 1 wizard has 1 Hit Die.

celest cedar
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The two most common places are level 1, for obvious reasons, and level three as most character classes get their subclass then. But like he said stick with level 1

smoky adder
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The size of that Hit Die will vary depending on the class, but wizards use a d6.

celest cedar
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It’s easier to level up a character than it is to level down

smoky adder
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At level 1, every character starts with the maximum possible number on that hit die.

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So since a wizard uses a d6, you start with 6.

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Then you also add your Constitution modifier.

void wedge
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😥

smoky adder
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If you've got a high Constitution modifier (which you probably want as a wizard), then your max HP will increase.

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A level one wizard with +2 Constitution would add 6 + 2 for a total of 8 HP.

celest cedar
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Ik it seems like a lot, but once you get your character done, it won’t seem that overwhelming. Once you build one, you can build the rest

void wedge
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Wowie

smoky adder
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What's your Constitution modifier?

void wedge
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No idea

smoky adder
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Not a problem!

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Do you know where the ability scores are listed on your character sheet?

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Should be six big boxes, probably down the left-hand side or along the top.

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Labelled as Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma.

void wedge
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Yeah

smoky adder
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If you've already filled it out, each of those boxes should have one number from 1-20 (your ability score) and second number from -5 to +5 (your ability modifier).

void wedge
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Yeah

smoky adder
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So your Constitution modifier is that second number under Constitution.

void wedge
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Ohh

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Very helpful

true musk
smoky adder
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Were you able to find it, then? Whatcha got?

void wedge
smoky adder
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Bingo

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So this is where having a high Constitution score is very helpful, especially for squishy wizards. 🙊

dire geode
true musk
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?al

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smoky adder
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Because for your max HP, since you start with 6 and add your Constitution modifier (-2), that means you have a total of 6 - 2 = 4 HP.

void wedge
true musk
void wedge
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Uh oh

dire geode
smoky adder
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Spellcasters also want a high Constitution score because it helps you maintain concentration on your more powerful spells.

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So if you can shuffle your ability scores around to bump Constitution up higher, you'd really benefit.

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For a wizard, I'd want INT, CON, then DEX as my highest scores, in that order.

burnt hemlock
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Sorry I have been following along with the advice. Looked at my character sheet and my constitution has an 8 and a -1. Would my HP then be reduced by 1?

smoky adder
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Yep!

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Generally speaking, I never make my characters without CON in my top three ability scores -- for this very reason.

harsh fjord
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Same. It's rarely a good idea to have a negative bonus in that stat.

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Every class needs HP.

smoky adder
burnt hemlock
smoky adder
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Nice

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So you probably want STR, DEX, and CON as your top three.

burnt hemlock
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Th guide said it’s a good starter class for newbies

burnt hemlock
harsh fjord
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Yeah, barb doesn't have a lot of "levers," so to speak, so it's not too complicated to learn.

smoky adder
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Strength will improve your melee weapon attacks (both accuracy and damage). Dexterity will improve your Armor Class, making you harder to hit. And Constitution will improve your max HP, so that you can survive more hits.

burnt hemlock
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So I made my character on dndbeyond is there a way to fix it or do I have to make a new character?

void wedge
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This helped

harsh fjord
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You should be able to make adjustments to the character. What method did you choose for stats?

smoky adder
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Yep! Just click your character name, and then select "Manage Character & Levels" to get back into the character editor.

barren cradle
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question about spells - i understand some classes get their spells recet after a short/long rest. but as a cleric the book says i am to meditate an hr a day. Is this something i have to announce or is it assumed once per day i have meditated and i can get my spells back?

smoky adder
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Alternatively, you can go back to the character list and click "Edit" for that character.

burnt hemlock
smoky adder
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Standard Array?

true musk
# dire geode Thank you very much

As you play more in AL one shots you’ll bump into some of the same people.

As I continued to bump into the same people, I reached out to the people I really enjoyed playing with to form a group.

This eliminated a couple of hurdles because we had established history and aligned availability.

harsh fjord
burnt hemlock
smoky adder
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So if your group has taken a long rest, you can just swap those around as you see fit.

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The only time you wouldn't be able to is if you're ambushed upon awakening.

harsh fjord
smoky adder
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Because you didn't get your however-many-random-minutes to meditate.

true musk
barren cradle
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yeah the way its worded in the book makes it sound like (for example) "everyday at dawn most clerics will meditate and therefore reset their spells"

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but i understand what you guys are saying. that was just my example

harsh fjord
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You don't have to change your spells. You just have the option.

burnt hemlock
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Thank you for the help, my constitution is now +2 🙂

barren cradle
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Confusion -2

burnt hemlock
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Now I just need to learn how to play the game and find a group 😂

harsh fjord
burnt hemlock
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Thanks!

fallen moth
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Finding online games in EU timezones is pretty rough. Most i see are EST or CEST. Im not a fan of one shots at 2am BST lol

fallen moth
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Just for context ive only played 3 times (one shots) but reading the handbook really helped

burnt hemlock
harsh fjord
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The conventional wisdom is not to worry about timezones but just schedule compatibility. If your evenings are someone else's mornings (or vice versa), go for it!

fallen moth
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If youre anything like me you will be hooked. Enjoy it

burnt hemlock
fallen moth
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Ive PM'd you

harsh fjord
rapid socket
harsh fjord
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No worries. Just pointing you in the right direction!

subtle phoenix
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When you use a long range attack do you need to check for perception

harsh fjord
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Not according to the rules.

subtle phoenix
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Sick

smoky adder
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To make an attack at any range, you’d make an attack roll.

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Your total is then compared to the target’s Armor Class (AC) to determine whether you hit or miss.

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If your total equals or exceeds their AC, you hit. Anything less, and you miss.

subtle phoenix
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So

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If you hit your opponent

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They take all the damage

smoky adder
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If conditions are such that you’d have a hard time seeing a target, you may have disadvantage on the roll.

subtle phoenix
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So does constitution matter

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I thought it means resistance

smoky adder
subtle phoenix
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The target’s

smoky adder
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A target with a higher Constitution will have more hit points, so they can take more hits.

subtle phoenix
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When you say “take more hits”

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Do you mean they take less damage

celest cedar
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No? They have more health

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So they can sustain more damage without falling unconscious

subtle phoenix
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Soooo

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Constitution increases hp

smoky adder
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They have more hit points, so they have to take more damage to reduce them to 0 hit points.

subtle phoenix
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Just say they get more hp this “hit points” thing is making it confusing

smoky adder
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“hp” is just short for “hit points” dndLol

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But can do

subtle phoenix
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Ok

small grove
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guys i need help, where can i find some people to play with? like is there some sort of website or do i just stumble upon some or how does it work???

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can i even ask here?

earnest prawn
hybrid portal
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same im extremely new

earnest prawn
toxic dawn
hybrid portal
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i watch a lot of vids on it and it looks cool

earnest prawn
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You can also check your local game stores for potential one shot sessions for beginners.

small grove
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i played 2 sessions with my friends and t was so much fun, but it was like so amateur-based, i would like to know alot more

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i think we didnt even play by the official rules of dnd

hybrid portal
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is there over call sessions becuse i cant get out much

earnest prawn
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You can check out the tags above for potential games, they have online, voice call, in person, and hybrid games.

hybrid portal
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oh sick

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is it any age?

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or is it mostly adults

earnest prawn
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Depends on the campaign, but there’s lots of options. You can browse the postings and find the details there.

green bolt
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Who has ran the strixhaven module?

chilly ledge
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How do I find dm

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Or group to join

fossil arch
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Can someone find a dm or a group I could join?

fringe marten
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They provide a ton of resources and instructions

wheat crystal
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lapis topaz
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Hi guys so im new to dnd and i already created my character but can someone explain to me whats initiative? on my sheet it shows that i have a 0+ initiative sdo im wondering if that ever goes up or it stays at zero? if anyone can explain that it would be greately appreciated :))

atomic comet
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Your initiative modifier is your dex (unless your class says so)

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When you start combat you roll for initiative which determines the order in which you take your turn

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The person with the highest roll (plus their initiative modifier) goes first

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And so on and so on

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If two creatures roll the same initiative the one with the higher dex goes first

atomic comet
lapis topaz
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My Character is a mountain dwarf wizard

wheat crystal
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Outside of character creation and setting your stats there, you may increase your Dexterity score whenever you get an ASI as shown in your class table. Certain (powerful) magic items may also increase your Dexterity score

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Some feats may also grant a bonus to your dex score, which you can take in place of an ASI

smoky adder
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Though it is a common practice.

atomic comet
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Oh

stark leaf
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reading the basic rules rn and i'm very confused by this passage "Your character’s hit points define how tough your character is in combat and other dangerous situations. Your hit points are determined by your Hit Dice (short for Hit Point Dice).

At 1st level, your character has 1 Hit Die, and the die type is determined by your class. You start with hit points equal to the highest roll of that die, as indicated in your class description. (You also add your Constitution modifier, which you’ll determine in step 3.) This is also your hit point maximum.

Record your character’s hit points on your character sheet. Also record the type of Hit Die your character uses and the number of Hit Dice you have. After you rest, you can spend Hit Dice to regain hit points (see “Resting” in the Adventuring section)."

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Whats the difference between hit die and hit dice ?

main fulcrum
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The second is the plural of the first

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The type of hit die is the # of sides, ie d6, d8, d10 and the number is just how many you have

wheat crystal
# stark leaf reading the basic rules rn and i'm very confused by this passage "Your character...

To expand on what Ratatoskr said, you have a "pool" of hit dice equal to your level. So a 1st level character has 1 hit die in the pool, a 2nd level has 2 and so on.

Whenever you take a short rest you can expend some hit dice from the pool to heal up (long rests work differently and can replenish your pool, read the resting section for more info). For example, If I'm a second level fighter (d10 hit die) and have 10/23 HP when I short rest, I might expend one of my hit die to regain 1d10+Con HP.

As the rule says, hit dice are also used to determine your max HP. A 1st level character has a max HP equal to the max roll of their hit die + their Con mod. So my level 1 fighter with a +3 Con would have 10+3 = 13 max HP. When you level up, you can either roll to increase your max HP or take the average. If you take the average, the average result to add will be shown in your class table. If you roll, you roll the die type your hit dice are and add your Con mod.

For example my fighter upon reaching level 2 can either take the average to gain 7 (average) + 3 (Con mod) = 10 max HP, or roll 1d10+Con. Unfortunately for my fighter, I rolled a 1 so he only gets 1+3 = 4 max HP for a total of 17 HP at level 2.

winter sinew
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getting dices then im gonna check out a supposed dnd store! :)

frail thorn
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I am kind of new with only one session in my time but I wanted to see if someone knows a dnd group for teens/allow them.

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small oracle
winter sinew
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oh sorry for accidentally pinging 😭

frail thorn
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But right now there is only like 3 campaigns going on right now

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They do some one shots here and there but I wanted something more active tbh.

small oracle
frail thorn
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Almost everyone has the same time

magic lake
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Hi

small oracle
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ayyy! east coast gang 💪

magic lake
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I'm a newbie here, I have just the concept of this, nothing more, how can i find a server?

frail thorn
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In the find community page, I only came here since I cant see dyno's messages.

magic lake
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Ty!

dense widget
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Hello. Could anyone help me with making a character sheet? I'm doing this for the first time.

frail thorn
dense widget
frail thorn
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You go to tools then character creator, might need to make a account.

dense widget
frail thorn
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mhm

winter sinew
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can never find a game in my timezone

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aest games.. where are you all 😞

frail thorn
small oracle
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||isnt it the opposite side of the world..?||

winter sinew
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im so cooked

frail thorn
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Yeah, the people in my group like to start their games late. It would not do to well.

winter sinew
dapper aspen
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Hi I'm new to DnD! i mean ive always been into high fantasy so it wasnt exactly a huge step to get into it!

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truly its the math that gets me messed up

next quail
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why

wheat crystal
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There’s plenty of tools to simplify the math, especially with virtual character sheets. I highly recommend D&DBeyond since in my experience it hugely simplifies character creation and packages their digital sheets into a nice UI

small oracle
dapper aspen
celest cedar
small oracle
next quail
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I highly dont recommend dnd beyond unless you want to spend 500 dollars on digital sourcebooks

dapper aspen
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I havent ever done a campaign but i did create a whole character on dnd beyond already 😂

winter sinew
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hiya!!!!1!!

next quail
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it sucks there are way more options than ddb

sand yoke
winter sinew
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i got my first dice set finally

sand yoke
next quail
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there are tons of websites that can help you with the maths

dapper aspen
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idk if ill ever have the oportunity to play but i just think its neat! and you can use em for other stuff to

sand yoke
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Felt, I've been trying to find 15+ groups and can't find any campaigns open for the life of me 😭

winter sinew
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does anyone know any like other ways to look for games other than the channel cause literally noones in my timezone 😭

winter sinew
sand yoke
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Liiterallyyy

dapper aspen
sand yoke
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Wait achually?

dapper aspen
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lemme find it

sand yoke
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I think I just found my sign to re-download Reddit omg

winter sinew
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please be aest please be aest weep

sand yoke
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Damn I'm mst

dapper aspen
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can i link stuff here?

winter sinew
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my dms are open just incase u wanna send it there

sand yoke
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Same

wheat crystal
celest cedar
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We also have #find-a-game right in this discord so you don’t shave to worry about going elsewhere

wheat crystal
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Reddit’s main TTRPG group finder is r/lfg

dapper aspen
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Aye i sent em

winter sinew
winter sinew
dapper aspen
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aye!

small oracle
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currently experiencing the uphill battle of trying to plan a campaign's beginning after watching too many professional actual-plays

dapper aspen
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I just got my boy a backstory i had no idea what i was doing

small oracle
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best way to do it tbh, better than mulling over everything

hybrid portal
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what do i do

smoky adder
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About what?

harsh fjord
exotic remnantBOT
opal sorrel
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hi

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im new to this world

vapid rapids
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Hiii

mint bison
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i need help.

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||insert picture of hand drawn icewind dale map here||

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halfway done

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when i finish east, then imma do the line art

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Why do i even bother?

opal sorrel
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anyone wanna like vc and explaine and chat? i wanna learn

exotic remnantBOT
wheat crystal
opal sorrel
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ok thx

opal storm
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Howdy!

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

sick silo
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Do I have to write something in Faith in the character builder?

wild onyx
sick silo
azure forge
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Can you play online?

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Like in discord?

wild onyx
azure forge
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So I can play DnD in discord?

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And what's roll 20?

stoic roost
stoic roost
azure forge
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I got welcome to roll 20 let's get you set up and ready to play

stoic roost
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Ok?

azure forge
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So I just press create a free character??

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I have no idea what I'm doing ._.

stoic roost
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I recommend using d&d beyond for your first character.

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It has a new to dnd mode.

lime violet
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Do you have to do attack rolls for spiritual weapon?

azure forge
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Alright I just pressed create a character and I'm going the option of step by step

drifting bison
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Wait so roll20 is DnD but online ?

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Hi btw

azure forge
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I think so???

stoic roost
drifting bison
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😭

azure forge
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I got some free starter adventures....and when did fallout join DnD?!?!

lime violet
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Yes. I played dnd online w my friends

drifting bison
lime violet
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On roll 20

stoic roost
azure forge
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Wizards of the coast......frozen sick and dungeon of the mad made...

drifting bison
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Me who thought that DnD was only a tabletop game irl

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💀

azure forge
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I'm on DnD beyond in the character creator do I do milestone or xo gor advancement type?

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I think milestone it's more story driven progression

wild onyx
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Don't worry about the switches and sliders. Your first character is just for practice anyway.

stoic roost
azure forge
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I'm choosing a human paladin

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Generation method?

wild onyx
wild onyx
sudden fractal
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what's meant to go next to the word total in the hit dice box on a character sheet?
the pdf file I'm using has a text box next to it separate from the main hit dice text box

wild onyx
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How many hit dice you have. Same as your level.

sudden fractal
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so just the number 1 if I'm starting out?

wild onyx
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Yes.

sudden fractal
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thx

azure forge
#

What do I put in faith?

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Can I put Christian._.

wild onyx
#

Most settings don't have that. Appendix B (I think) in the Basic Rules has a few lists of gods. Some DMs may do their own. But if you'd like to put down what your character believes in, go for it.

azure forge
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Ah ok

wild onyx
azure forge
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Now I export to pdf?

lilac ice
#

So I was looking into making a character that focuses on making her own guns. I should be using artificer then right?

wild onyx
wild onyx
lilac ice
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Dm has said his fine with the idea of me having a character that makes their own scrap guns. Home made barely holding together stuff. But when I tried setting up a artificer artillerist for it in DnDB. It seemed to come out more like a spell caster? Or maybe I'm just being dumb and I should just flavour those spells in a more tech way.

wild onyx
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Yes, artificer is pretty much a wizard with a screwdriver for a spell focus.

lilac ice
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So my best option would be to just flavour the spells in a way I want them then?

winter sinew
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hiya! should i make an appearence description for my character?

wild onyx
winter sinew
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trying to make up some tragic backstory right now how do people do this

opal thunder
#

Do warlocks get create undead I have an idea of character I've made while looking for groups

maiden agate
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Can anyone help me learn how to play dnd? I just know about dnd 5 months ago and I really want to play it but I still don't understand how it work. Can anybody teach me?

exotic remnantBOT
keen vector
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Oh yeah later today does anyone wanna start a group? I have a friend who said that he’d help me if I found a group (i dont know how to play)

wheat crystal
wheat crystal
wheat crystal
keen vector
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👍

opal thunder
keen vector
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thing is they put info down that I have no clue what it means

wheat crystal
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#find-a-game is basically an instruction sheet, not a channel to post in

keen vector
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well Ik that part, the channels it lets you go to is more of what I mean

wheat crystal
willow nebula
true musk
# keen vector uh that channel is a little confusing for me to look at.. do i post something or...

Online options in this server:

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

** Adventurers League**

wild onyx
willow nebula
leaden rose
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hey im new me and my friends where wondering if there's a module where one player gets to be a villain and the rest have to stop him or something someone in our party wants to be a villain and we wanna try a module so just want suggestions

crude musk
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I mean, technically all modules are like that, it's just that the player that gets to be the villain is the DM

leaden rose
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yea fair i mean like something like way of the wicked where u aint following some thing to like "save a village" and instead destroy it

crude musk
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No, D&D focuses on being heroic

leaden rose
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oof

blissful plinth
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hello im an artist. is it against the rules to ask random ppl for character sheets so i can draw them? I wanna start a portfolio but im bad as balls without referencing alrdy made characters

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not that balls are bad

leaden rose
true musk
# leaden rose hey im new me and my friends where wondering if there's a module where one playe...

In D&D you either have everyone be heroes or have everyone be the villains in an evil campaign.
Being practical about this and choosing to have one player be a villain you'll likely get one of two outcomes.
Either the villain player character gets defeated, at which point they can't continue playing and just sits there watching the rest of the table continue to play.
Or the opposite happens and you have a group of people just watching the one player continue to play.

harsh fjord
leaden rose
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aight so i talked to my friends and they would ok to all be evil and do an evil campaign

blissful plinth
true musk
leaden rose
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Thank you very much

agile flint
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Hi guys! I was wondering if anyone would have any campaigns for me to join, I'm new to DND and looking foward to getting into it, I've never played before so may need some help

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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plucky ridge
opal thunder
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First game on the 24th wish me luck

smoky adder
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Have fun!

true musk
# opal thunder First game on the 24th wish me luck

Enjoy your game! dndCheers
Don't forget to have session zero.
Take the time to establish everyone's line and veils, set player and DM expectations, and verify that the type of game the players want to play is the same type that the DM wants to run.
If you want more details, this video by pointy hat covers discussions that contribute to a successful campaign: https://youtu.be/yUhWlfH68L4

lusty shale
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Question. Does anyone here run a DND session they do not mind me joining?

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Yes

harsh fjord
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No, sorry, that's supposed to summon the bot. Head to #find-a-game for instructions on using the server's Looking for Game/Group channels. Don't solicit games in other channels.

lusty shale
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Oh, OK ok

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.
lyric fjord
#

I’m trying to find a Pokémon must dungeon ( basically you are the pokemon ) themed D&D session for me and one of my friends any advice

harsh fjord
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Search for Pokemon D&D Discord servers?

lyric fjord
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Ok

spice grail
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Hey, I'm an old GM, but Knew to Dnd 5e. I'd like to start running some games in it, already got into a game, but wanted to know if there are any great starter adventures for beginner GM's?

harsh fjord
foggy lava
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Hello, I have never played D&D, tell me pls where is the best place to read the rules and how best to start?

exotic remnantBOT
fathom lion
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hi there! i'm new to dnd and theres a lot to look at

smoky adder
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Welcome! And yeah, there’s quite a bit. 😅

#

Did you have any specific questions we can help with?

fathom lion
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Should I just go ahead and make a character or find a game first?

smoky adder
#

I’d recommend coming up with a few loose ideas for different characters.

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Then once you find a game, you can work with the DM to see which one fits best, and work together to add any final details.

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But you’re welcome to start looking for a game whenever you think you’re ready.

fathom lion
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Okay! Tysm

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is this like a general chat or is there another

smoky adder
dapper aspen
#

where do i go to share dnd beyond character sheets for feedback?

main fulcrum
late night
#

Hi there! technically not new to dnd, been playing just shy of two years now. If i wanted to post something that i'm making, like playing cards, that would go in #dnd-arts-and-crafts right?

burnt seal
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Yep

void carbon
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If I wanted to maximize my access to different things on DnDbeyond as a beginner for character customization, what books would be the best to purchase? I live pretty isolated so I feel like going online is the best way for me to go.

wild onyx
void carbon
wild onyx
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Everyone's got an opinion. I'm like, 90% sure the current PHB will be fine for you.

prime mica
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Hi hi I'm a D&D noob any and all guidance is accepted how is everyone?

exotic remnantBOT
true musk
# prime mica Hi hi I'm a D&D noob any and all guidance is accepted how is everyone?

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
prime mica
hallow minnow
#

Hello, a newbie has joined the chat!
My name is Pav, and I've only tried a D&D once before years ago. Recently, I wanted to get more into it. Don't know almost any D&D terms used in-game, so if there's a vocabulary somewhere on the internet or here, I'd be pleased.

stark apex
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Same goes for me!

smoky adder
blazing river
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hello

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is there any campaigns i can join

solemn ember
blazing river
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k thank you

tough flint
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Is it common that someone plays 2 campaigns at the same time? Or most people stick to one at a time

deft sigil
alpine tendon
#

Hey guys I’m new to dnd and this chat can anyone give me tips

burnt seal
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Like what

somber roost
#

Ok, does anyone have some good yt videos for writing a campaign?

weak prairie
#

there's this line in the monk class; You can use Dexterity instead of Strength for the attack and damage rolls of your unarmed strikes and monk weapons. Does this mean i can choose beetween strengh and dexterity for my attack and damage rolls or it's now only dexterity ?

burnt seal
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You can choose

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But note if you choose to roll with strength for the attack, you have to roll with strength for the damage too and vice versa

weak prairie
late hemlock
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Hi

burnt seal
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Greetings

atomic comet
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heya

exotic remnantBOT
subtle phoenix
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So constitution increases a player’s health?

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Like straight up increase it?

burnt seal
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Yes

subtle phoenix
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So does that mean you don’t need to roll anything

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I mean to say is this effect permanent

burnt seal
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When you gain +1 in your constitution modifier, you gain 1hp per level.
If you lose it, your hp goes down that much.

subtle phoenix
#

How do you lose a level

echo kelp
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If something detracts from your constitution score

burnt seal
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You don't lose levels, but certain effects may temporarily lower your constitution score.

subtle phoenix
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I see

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I have no more questions

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About constitution

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But I do for the weapons system

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A player can choose to attack with a weapon correct

burnt seal
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A player can choose to attack with a weapon they are holding

subtle phoenix
#

It’s occupied

subtle phoenix
burnt seal
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You can draw or sheath a weapon as a free object interaction once per turn. You may also drop a weapon at any time without using an action.

As a result you could drop one weapon draw another one and still attack.

subtle phoenix
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So you use one turn to switch weapons

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And I assume you need one to pick a weapon up

burnt seal
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If you don't want to drop the weapon then yes, you must use an action to draw or sheath one weapon, and the free interaction to draw or sheath the other

subtle phoenix
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So unsheathing doesn’t need a turn

solar swift
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Hi

subtle phoenix
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Hi

burnt seal
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Drawing a weapon does not need a turn as long as you have not already used your object interaction.

subtle phoenix
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I see

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So object interactions can’t deal damage to enemies?

burnt seal
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Object interactions include things like drawing a weapon, opening a door, pulling a lever, or the like

solar swift
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I'm new and I have only ever touched the character creation on and beyond so I have no clue what im doing.

subtle phoenix
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Same here

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But I’m doing something

solar swift
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My friend from school said this game would be fun and cool he taught me how to brawl and I beat him.

subtle phoenix
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Wait no

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Is it just weapons or doee that include anything else

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Like interaction with objects but it takes a whole turn

somber roost
burnt seal
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Object interactions can be with any object in the environment or in your inventory

subtle phoenix
#

Can you say “I pick up a rock and toss it”

echo kelp
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You can say that and the DM may require a check to see how well you are able to accomplish that (or no roll needed if they decide that makes sense and isn't difficult for your character to do in the given game context).

subtle phoenix
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That needs two rolls though, one for picking it up and one for tossing

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Or is picking up a rock insignifigant enough to be ignored

burnt seal
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Yes

subtle phoenix
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Ok

burnt seal
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Picking up and tossing a rock would be an object interaction

subtle phoenix
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When does it start to matter though

echo kelp
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Trying to hit something with a rock would require an attack roll

burnt seal
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It matters as part of action economy.

subtle phoenix
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No no I mean you say it doesn’t matter because the action of picking up the rock is insignificant

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What type of object is signifigant enough for it to matter

echo kelp
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Picking up a rock may be insignificant (DM decides based on game context)

subtle phoenix
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Like the lowest tier

echo kelp
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If you're in combat and trying to scoop up a rock off the ground and toss it - then the DM may require rolls

somber roost
solar swift
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I have but 1 question for who knows is a dnd game playable on discord channels and such?

wild onyx
echo kelp
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The DM decides if something is challenging enough to require dice rolls

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?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
subtle phoenix
echo kelp
subtle phoenix
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So it’s still up the DM after all

somber roost
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What if I picked up a dragon

subtle phoenix
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TO

echo kelp
solar swift
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@somber roost That's a crazy question to ask

echo kelp
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DM may allow your character to attempt to pick up a dragon or they may decide in the current game context it doesn't make sense and not allow it.

subtle phoenix
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So they DO get a say in it

somber roost
solar swift
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@subtle phoenix aren't you new too???

subtle phoenix
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Yeah

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I’m pretty not smart as well

echo kelp
subtle phoenix
#

Everything’s up to the DM then

solar swift
#

Then wat did you mean by that deleted or canceled or whatever I'm new to discord message

subtle phoenix
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This server has crazy good bots

somber roost
echo kelp
burnt seal
#

The dm is like a referee

solar swift
#

So ? How would one find an online campaign

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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somber roost
echo kelp
subtle phoenix
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So it’s a balance like when a DM makes a game too hard the players lose interest and leave but when it’s too easy they find it not challenging enough

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There isn’t really a rule that says DMs can’t make newbies battle demon lords (according to the people on this server)

echo kelp
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I mean a DM could try and do that but again do the players want to participate in such a story?

burnt seal
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There's no rule, but it's be terribly unfun.

subtle phoenix
#

Just how much of the game can DMs control

somber roost
subtle phoenix
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The combat system is sturdy from what I can tell

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Can a DM say “for today’s game everyone gets two actions per turn”

echo kelp
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Think of the DM as the stage manager. They set the stage (world), tell the actors (players) the current stage context. Then let the actors (players) start interacting with the stage (world) and help direct the story along but they don't control the actors per se. They just decide how the players interactions interact with the world.

somber roost
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I can't really be answering lol idk what I'm talking about

subtle phoenix
echo kelp
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That would greatly distort the game rules and game expectations

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The game rules provide the mechanics so folks understand what's generally possible within the game and know the game mechanic expectations.

somber roost
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Hello?

subtle phoenix
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Hello

echo kelp
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Let's keep on topic folks

somber roost
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At least I am

subtle phoenix
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I heard constitution also includes resistance to poison

burnt seal
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Usually if you're afflicted by a poison you attempt to resist it with a constitution saving throw

subtle phoenix
#

I see

wild onyx
solar swift
#

Alr I looked through both lfp and lfc I'm still confused is there any better way to find people to join?

burnt seal
#

What's confusing you?

solar swift
#

Well how would I join through an app or a discord chat or like...

echo kelp
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You message the poster or respond in the thread attached to the post

solar swift
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And there was only one person on there posting

echo kelp
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They would then invite you to their Discord server or Virtual Tabletop (VTT) platform.

solar swift
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Oh ok

feral talon
#

I'm just trying to find a group

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
echo kelp
#

Please read #find-a-game carefully as it explains our LFG channels and how to use them

feral talon
#

But I'm dumb so me caveman don,t know

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Too many words

main fulcrum
#

D&D is a game with many words

echo kelp
#

Indeed - it's a collaborative storytelling game so words are a must (written or spoken)

#

But yeah, just go to #looking-for-players and if you see a game you like, message the poster or use the thread attached to the post to chat with them and tell them you're interested.
Also see #looking-for-community for other D&D servers with possible games.

azure island
#

how long does a dnd game last

smoky adder
#

Depends on the group and the story you want to tell.

#

An average game session is usually between 2-4 hours.

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Some games (called one-shots) only go for a single session.

burnt seal
smoky adder
#

Others can go through repeated sessions for years.

azure island
#

what would be the most common type? because i dont know if i want to commit to a super long one on my first try

worldly gate
#

I need advice

main fulcrum
#

If you don't want to commit, I'd recommend looking for oneshots

smoky adder
#

One shots are a good way to try different play styles and group dynamics, too.

azure island
#

what is artificer

burnt seal
#

Artificer is a class that utilizes spellcasting and infusing magic into items.

tawdry wren
azure island
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is pride also a class or is that to do with gay pride

tawdry wren
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You get to create yiur own magical weapons using what's called infusions

burnt seal
#

Pride is just a lgbt pride thing

tawdry wren
#

You can also, depending on your artificer specialty, create a suit of armor, eldritch cannon or steel defender

wooden pike
tawdry wren
#

@wooden pike How so? It's a straight forward sentence if a little run on

wooden pike
#

I'm just not very well introduced to DND, it took me a moment to connect the dots haha

tawdry wren
#

No worries. I am quite tired so my words may not be wording

wooden pike
#

Real

tawdry wren
#

But in earnest, the creation of magical items and/or weapons is the bread and butter of the artificer

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You also have access to certain spell lists as well.

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Think of it as the McGyver of the D&D world

burnt seal
#

Or the Tony Stark

tawdry wren
#

Yes essentially @burnt seal

azure island
#

are there set classes you have to choose from or can you just make one up

tawdry wren
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Especially if yiu choose the armorer specialty

wooden pike
#

Is there a set anything or can I make up just anything

main fulcrum
#

There are set classes. The DM may allow you to make one up, but it's not usually recommended for new players

#

Since it helps to know the rules in order to make something that works

tawdry wren
#

Yiu can create your own class, however there are set classes that you can choose from as well

burnt seal
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Creating original content is difficult though

tawdry wren
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For newer players, stick with the core classes

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@burnt seal It is definitely a challenge. I have only attempted once and had very mild success

burnt seal
#

Same. That's why I stick with creating monsters and items.

tawdry wren
#

There are a bunch of non-core classes called "homebrew" that you can choose from but make sure to check with yiur DM first

wooden pike
#

Those strength, dexterity, wisdom things, what's that about? Does it operate on a points system?

burnt seal
#

Those are called ability scores. They affect the likelihood of your rolls succeeding or failing

tawdry wren
#

Those are your ability scores. They are calculated in several ways, the most common being the standard array. Others include point buy and rolled.

burnt seal
#

You determine the ability scores either by rolling, using a point system, or picking from a standard array of numbers. Once you do that those numbers determine the modifier you apply to rolls

tawdry wren
#

@wooden pike Zem is correct. Once you have yiur ability scores, yiur modifiers are added to the rolls yiu make with the corresponding skills. Also they are used to make saving throws.

errant knoll
#

i have a question about animals. can any character have a familiar? regardless of class, i mean

burnt seal
#

Technically yes. Certain creatures can choose to become a character's familiar. Other than that you need to spell find familiar.

worn basalt
#

Anyone have tips on playing a Kenku Rogue 😅

tawdry wren
#

Only certain classes are allowed familiars. Druid, Wizard and Pact of the Chain Warlock.

azure island
#

What is a familiar

burnt seal
#

A familiar is the magical animal or spirit that helps out its master

#

Like a witch's cat

tawdry wren
#

Familiar is an animal that has a bond with the character. The familiar has its own actions as well as stat block.

burnt seal
tawdry wren
#

@burnt seal that's true, my apologies I forgot about that

burnt seal
#

No prob.

echo kelp
#

Also DMs may allow other classes to also have beast/monster companions but very much dependent on the DM and the game they are running.
Also if they are allowing that, probably a good idea to have a discussion about targeting/killing those beast/monster companions.

azure island
#

Never tried it before because I basically viewed it as something that was basically replaced by video games but I decided about a month ago to download a dungeons and dragons game off steam and couldn’t get it to work and then yesterday I saw a video of a woman being interviewed about dnd and she basically makes the guy play it right then and there and I thought it looked kinda fun and then my fyp got flooded with dnd so I decided to try

fading vigil
#

Hi, im new to dnd and i am interested in getting into it

tawdry wren
#

Yes, it is important to safeguard your familiars just as you would your spellcasters

exotic remnantBOT
tawdry wren
#

@fading vigil Yiure in the right place, feel free to ask any questions you may have

fading vigil
#

im also interested inn getting into an adventure, ive never played it b4 so i need some assistance

tawdry wren
#

What would you like to know

wooden pike
#

Personally I have just always been into roleplay, like I did theatre as a kid, and before that I would force my parents to watch the plays I performed to them. So it's just my cup of tea
6 months ago it was to confusing, I've been digesting all of the new information very slowly. And 6 years ago I didn't speak English.
I have heard of it from the moment I understood English, but never had the community to start to be really interested.
And I am starting now because I overheard my friends talk about a DnD campaign they were doing.

tawdry wren
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Or, more importantly, how can the community help you

fading vigil
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the classes and races. like which races synchronize with which races

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and classes

tawdry wren
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All races synchronize well with each other. There are historically some conflicts between races but that is more in the lore than in actually campaign settings

echo kelp
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So recent updates to the rules via Tasha's Cauldron of Everything means any race/species is good for any class.

tawdry wren
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As far as some good race/class combos, I recommend Kenku Rogue, Aasimar Paladin, Dwarf Fighter and Warforged Artificer

fading vigil
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is a draggon born fighter good?

tawdry wren
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You can choose any race and someone can help yiu adapt it to your chosen class

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Yes I actually play a dragonborn fighter regularly

fading vigil
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so im interested in getting into a adventure tonght do you know where i would go to be apart of one

echo kelp
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Look through #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community
That said I'll say that D&D games biggest monster is scheduling - generally don't expect to get into a game right away as it takes time to organize and coordinate getting folks togeether to play D&D for 3-4 hours.

tawdry wren
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I'm not sure of any that are going on currently, yiu would have to find a group that has a set day they play

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@fading vigil If yiu have any more questions, feel free to ask

fading vigil
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ok i will im building a character rn

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@tawdry wren how good is a fighter/rougue build?

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil Depends on what you wanna do. Are you a fighter who is dabbling in secrecy or are yiu a rogue who wants to have a little more weapons training

fading vigil
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a rougue with more weapon training

subtle phoenix
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Is dodge a thing in dnd

tawdry wren
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Ok so start with the base class of rogue and then, depending on your starting level, you can take a few class levels onto fighter

subtle phoenix
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Can you try to dodge an attack

wheat crystal
tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix Yes, there is a dodge action

wheat crystal
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Otherwise a “dodge” can be a way to flavor an enemy missing you due to failing to roll at or above your AC

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil What level are you starting at?

subtle phoenix
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If I understand this correctly, an attacker first rolls to check if they actually hit their target, then they roll for damage, which won’t be dealt if their target’s armor class is higher

zealous schooner
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hi

fading vigil
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im starting at lvl 2

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix correct

subtle phoenix
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Is there a value the first roll must pass in order for the hit to land

wheat crystal
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Your AC

subtle phoenix
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So AC affects both accuracy and damage dealt

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil OK so I recommend, at least for now, take both levels in rogue then once you hit level 3 take a few levels in fighter afterwards

fading vigil
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ok, so far i have a dragonborn rougue

tawdry wren
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Yiur armor class is what your attacker must either meet or beat to actually hit yiu

subtle phoenix
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And if I’m not mistaken, all creatures have a base AC of 10

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil Essentialy

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@subtle phoenix yes

wheat crystal
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No it’s 10 + Dexterity modifier

tawdry wren
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Plus your Dexterity mod

subtle phoenix
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. _ •

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I get it now

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Thanks for explaining it to me

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix Once you determin your ability score for Dexterity, your modifier is added to yiur AC

dreamy dagger
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My DND group shut down awhile ago lol

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Decided I should try and find a new one

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.
tawdry wren
dreamy dagger
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Thankies

fading vigil
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@dreamy dagger im looking for a group

dreamy dagger
echo kelp
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Please use the LFG channels to find a group - see #find-a-game and read it carefully to learn how to use our LFG channels. But definitely look through games posted in #looking-for-players and #looking-for-community and reply to the posters in the threads or message them directly.

subtle phoenix
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And a hit with a value of over 20 is considered a critical hit, which means the first roll that checks for accuracy doesn’t matter, because that hit’s going to land

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Is that correct

wheat crystal
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No, it’s if you roll a 20 on the d20

subtle phoenix
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Right

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix Only a natural 20 on the dice is considered crit

echo kelp
subtle phoenix
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I see

wheat crystal
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For example if you roll a 16 and have +5 to hit, it’s a total of 21 but won’t be a crit

subtle phoenix
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Except for that part are the rest correct

wheat crystal
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That’s untrue, in the context of an attack roll a natural 20 will always hit by the rules

subtle phoenix
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O have I been misinformed

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Appears to do yes

echo kelp
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By the rules a natural 20 on an attack roll automatically hits and is considered a critical hit

tawdry wren
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@wheat crystal Yiu are correct, disregard my last

echo kelp
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A natural 1 on an attack roll is an automatic miss as well.

subtle phoenix
wheat crystal
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I think what Hugh was referring to was natural 1s & 20s on non-attack rolls (i.e. skill checks). Which RAW cannot critically succeed or fail

tawdry wren
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@wheat crystal Yes I was confusing attacks with skill checks

subtle phoenix
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Ah

echo kelp
subtle phoenix
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You have explained it well

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix My apologies I have been awake for over 20 hours

subtle phoenix
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Oh ok

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Consider the following 🛌

tawdry wren
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Lol if I didn't have to work I definitely would

subtle phoenix
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Worm

tawdry wren
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Work lol

subtle phoenix
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Lol

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I have a couple more questions

tawdry wren
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Sure, go ahead

subtle phoenix
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The poison damage in dnd is affected by constitution

tawdry wren
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Normally it is a DC Constitution save

subtle phoenix
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If they damage you over time, you will need to roll for resistance to said poison each time it damages you

wheat crystal
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No, poison damage is only affected by poison vulnerability, resistance, or immunity

subtle phoenix
wheat crystal
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Constitution may help you succeed on a Constitution save, which effects that inflict the poisoned condition often are

subtle phoenix
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Yeah yeah save

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Don’t know what that means but I believe that’s what I meant

wheat crystal
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Have you read the relevant section in the basic rules yet?

subtle phoenix
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Nope :3

tawdry wren
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A saving throw—also called a save—represents an attempt to resist a spell, a trap, a poison, a disease, or a similar threat to the pc

subtle phoenix
tawdry wren
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I would recommend checking out the Basic Rules as @wheat crystal suggested

fading vigil
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im done character building

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil Send the link and I can check it out if yiu want

fading vigil
subtle phoenix
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Is character something everyone’s allowed to see

smoky adder
tawdry wren
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Only if you want to share them

smoky adder
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Don’t forget to add your starting equipment, though!

fading vigil
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i got lucky on the rolls

tawdry wren
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Lookin good, as spamandtuna said don't forget yiur equip

fading vigil
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@smoky adder what would yo usuggest for my starting items

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil You have an option to choose starting equipment or roll for gold

smoky adder
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Your class and your background both have details on starting equipment.

tawdry wren
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I recommend a rapier as it has the finesse property which allows you to choose Strength or Dexterity for yiur attack and damage rolls

smoky adder
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But if you click “Manage Inventory”, then click “Starting Equipment” at the bottom, it’ll walk you through it.

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil Since you are gonna do fighter and rogue, a finesse weapon will serve you well once you gain levels in fighter

fading vigil
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a finesse weapon?

subtle phoenix
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Is starting with 0 stats and 0 gear allowed

fading vigil
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alos the udate for my character sheet

tawdry wren
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A weapon with the "finesse" property. These include scimitar, shorts word, rapier and others

echo kelp
fading vigil
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oh

tawdry wren
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@fading vigil I believe dagger and darts may be finesse weapons as well

subtle phoenix
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Players recieve extra points for certain stats depending on their species

tawdry wren
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Certain races do get bonuses to certain stats yes

subtle phoenix
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They choose their occupation after their stats have been decided

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Is that correct

tawdry wren
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Yiu choose yiur class prior to determining yiur ability scores

subtle phoenix
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Lmao what

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That’s so evil

wheat crystal
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Or the opposite, there’s no wrong order.

tawdry wren
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This way yiu can determine what ability scores yiu want to place where

wheat crystal
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You don’t roll your ability scores in order

tawdry wren
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@wheat crystal Very true

subtle phoenix
wheat crystal
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I’d advise to read the relevant section of the basic rules

subtle phoenix
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You said class before stats

wheat crystal
subtle phoenix
wheat crystal
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It doesn’t matter, you can do it any any order since you don’t roll ability scores in order

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix Realistically you can do either way. Whatever suits you best

subtle phoenix
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Then of course class last

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Imagine getting no int and you chose caster

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(is that what they use)

wheat crystal
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Only wizards and artificers use INT

tawdry wren
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There yiu go. If that's how you wanna create your character yiu have that freedom.

subtle phoenix
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Oops sorry for ping

wheat crystal
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Your spellcasting stat is determined by your class, as covered in Chapter 3

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix What class speaks to yiu?

subtle phoenix
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Personally

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I don’t know

tawdry wren
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Do you like the ability to fight with any weapon yiu find? Or would you like to cast spells that make yiur enemies tremble in fear? Maybe you wanna harness the powers of the moon or the earth. Or perhaps you would like to let the rage inside you take hold and destroy all in your path.

subtle phoenix
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I don’t like to participate much

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Being a DM sounds appealing to me

fading vigil
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whats an attunment

subtle phoenix
tawdry wren
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Attunement is the act of bonding with a magical item

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Being a DM requires a lot of work. Yiu need to know the rules like the back of your hand and having the ability to create worlds and life with abandon

subtle phoenix
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That’s why I’m here

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¯_(ツ)_/¯

echo kelp
tawdry wren
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@fading vigil Certain items such as an Artificers infusions require attunement

wheat crystal
subtle phoenix
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Ah

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Bullocks

wheat crystal
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And yes it requires a good understanding of the rules

tawdry wren
subtle phoenix
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I’m actually trying to take inspiration (permanently borrowing features) from dnd so I can try to create my own table top game

half kayak
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Soooo for someone who is new to DnD, what's the best way to get into it? Cause I've never played before and I'm wanting to try it out with people and see if it's fun for me. From all the videos and stories I've heard, it seems like people enjoy playing it once they get into it.

subtle phoenix
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Read the game rules

exotic remnantBOT
wheat crystal
half kayak
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Thank you

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Oof a lot of rules to read lmao, time to get to it lol

tawdry wren
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Also, look up local game shops in your town or close to you. These can be a good way to learn as well

subtle phoenix
#

Is wisdom just the counter to charisma

tawdry wren
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Wisdom is also used for spellcasting

subtle phoenix
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Wait this thing says wisdom is perception

clever flame
#

Anyone know a good online character sheet builder?

tawdry wren
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Most important for Clerics, Druids, Monks, and Rangers

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@clever flame D&D beyond is a good one

subtle phoenix
sleek dust
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perception uses the wisdom modifier to determine a perception check (technically not always - but that's the default)

smoky adder
subtle phoenix
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Ah I should’ve known falls backwards on a chair

smoky adder
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So when you’re asked to make a Wisdom (Perception) check, you roll a d20 and add your Wisdom modifier.

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If you’re proficient in Perception, you also add your proficiency bonus.

winter sinew
subtle phoenix
smoky adder
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Thanks dndLol

subtle phoenix
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Are items assigned weights?

tawdry wren
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@subtle phoenix Yes, every item in D&D has a weight. This includes coins.

subtle phoenix
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Damn

cosmic sequoia
#

Hey does anyone know where I can go to join a party

smoky adder
smoky trout
#

Hello everyone. 43 year old newbie here. For full transparency, I've joined after seeing Deborah Ann Woll on Jon Bernthal's podcast. I've always known about DnD. Grew up playing and still love to play rpg video games. Just never gotten into or actually tried DnD. Just here to learn and explore before maybe trying to find a game online to try. Not sure of the options in the small town I live in.

tawdry wren
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@smoky trout Welcome to the family! If yiu have any questions, feel free to ask. There are several of us here that are willing to help

inland gale
#

Um, is now a good time for me to start a new form? I believe it's been 7 days since I made mine

remote kite
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Anyone willing to play a zero session with me

inland gale
#

Ooh me, maybe. Do I have to pay or anything?

remote kite
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No

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It's free

inland gale
#

I'd like to join if that's okay. I actually just got done with my other session and I'd really like to see how others do theirs

remote kite
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By voice

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Or both doesn't matter

fiery dune
#

1AM EST antics

remote kite
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Central

fiery dune
#

you guys should take this to DMs, LFG in other channels is generally disallowed

fiery dune
# remote kite Central

sorry 12AM, either way I’d go to DM or an LFG post for this stuff so you don’t break any rules

inland gale
obsidian blaze
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im not too fond of Roll20 i have difficulty using the character creator < i use DnD beyond mostly

true musk
inland lily
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hello,,, im new here & i wanna figure out how to play DnD

fallow sleet
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yeah I'm new too

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help

inland lily
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help!!

wheat crystal
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Welcome! Check out the pinned posts as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules!

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I recommend making a character as you read through, but don’t worry about memorizing everything. Just be at least familiar with the rules (take your time!), especially regarding character creation, combat, and skill checks

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If you have any specific questions about learning the rules this is the channel to ask. If you want feedback on any character you make there’s both #character-discussion and #optimization depending on the nature of what you want

inland lily
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yay thanks super awesome dude

fallow sleet
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thank you

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I cant wait to learn

sleek geyser
#

Hi, dose anyone start one shot game? I'd like to join

lucid rampart
#

hey, can anyone teach me the basics on how to play dnd?

sleek geyser
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@lucid rampart wonna do a one shot? I'm new too

drifting bison
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Can someone explain to me what the modifiers do ? like what are the modifiers exactly ? The modifiers in ability scores and Hp, and also what are the Overrides ? ability scores and hp too

woeful perch
#

Eep, about to launch into my first ever campaign as a Druid. Any bits of advice?

drifting bison
#

I am creating my first character and Idk what to put in the modifiers and overrides

wild onyx
drifting bison
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Okay but wait, so what do I put in my ability scores modifiers if all my ability scores are all 1, and how does the hp modifier work ? Like, does it work in the same way as the ability scores modifiers or is it different ?

lucid rampart
sleek geyser
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A game of only one day

lucid rampart
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I don’t have a character or anything, so there’s going to be a lot of hassle and me asking questions :’)

sleek geyser
drifting bison
wild onyx
wintry hollow
#

guys

sleek geyser
wintry hollow
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i have no friends that wanna play dnd

lucid rampart
#

any advice on how to make a character? I don’t know if they’re any specific requirements or restrictions to follow

sleek geyser
wild onyx
exotic remnantBOT
sleek geyser
drifting bison
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I want to be sure of what I understand

drifting bison
sleek geyser
wild onyx
drifting bison
drifting bison
sleek geyser
crude musk
wintry hollow
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guys my time zone soo tricky

crude musk
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The tools are not intended to replace an understanding of the rules

drifting bison
#

Okay, I am just searching for some advices here

crude musk
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Number 1 piece of advice; if you have a question about the rules, check the Basic Rules

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9 times out of 10 you'll find the answer there

drifting bison
#

Alright, thanks

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👍

sleek geyser
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?help

wild onyx
drifting bison
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Okay so I want to be quick with this... how do I deal with the standard array of selection for the ability scores ? ;-;

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Like this option of selection is somewhat purely optional, I mean, I can basically select scores from 8 to 15 pts per score

wheat crystal
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Standard Array gives you 6 values to distribute how you wish across the 6 stats, not a range you can set each score at

drifting bison
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Oooh I see now

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Oh uhm I am on dnd beyond and I just noticed that the modifier I was talking about earlier is called "other modifier", what are the purpose of these modifiers while my ability scores already have modifiers ?

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Just to be quick

wheat crystal
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That’s there in case you get a feature that increases your scores outside of an ASI or character creation, typically through certain (very rare) magic items

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If you get such an item the app will handle that change for you if you equip it (i.e. Manual of Quickness of Action), but you can manually give a bonus if your DM gives you a homebrew item or feature with a similar effect

drifting bison
#

Oh I see

hazy jolt
#

Hi everyone! I'm trying to learn how to play the game in hopes that I can become a DM one day (since none of my friends know nothing about the game too).

Are there any beginner-friendly campaign that I can join/spectate here on discord?

Thank you and nice to meet you all!

drifting bison
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Damn I just noticed how Op the randomly rolled/manual AS pts were compared to the standard array

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I kinda find this weird too

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If someone mind to explain details about this pls

fresh fable
#

Rolling for stats??

drifting bison
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Yeah with the dices

fresh fable
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4d6 drop the lowest

drifting bison
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No? I mean I literally got more pts than standard

fresh fable
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Es that can happen but you could also roll lower than standard array/point buy

drifting bison
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In strength I got like 18

fresh fable
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You rolled 3 6s?

drifting bison
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Yeah

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The rest are standard tho, from 10 to 15

fresh fable
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Pro tip don’t roll for stats unless your DM has said you are doing stats like that and most will want to see the rolls happen live

drifting bison
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Ooooh

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So it's if I am doing this in front of a DM

drifting bison
prisma minnow
fresh fable
wild onyx
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Or point-buy, sure, that's fine too.

deft flicker
drifting bison
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Alright

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I'll use then the standard array

wheat crystal
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To add on part of the reasoning behind this, rolling in front of a DM is an anti-cheating measure. Otherwise, what’s to prevent you from rerolling stats until you get all 18s?

drifting bison
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Yeah I see the thing

deft flicker
drifting bison
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It's the most op option