#dnd-newcomers

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main fulcrum
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It's gonna vary a lot most likely

molten spruce
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I'm debating the $200 bundle and not sure if the price will go up overtime

main fulcrum
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I imagine plenty of tables will use a mix of rules for years

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While some may stick to one or another

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You might want to wait until you know what you're using for your own games

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The prices don't generally go up, so the main reason to buy now is if you want the fancy covers
Since those are limited and don't come back around

molten spruce
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I don't know, hence the questions lol

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So I'll be good to wait then! Thank you!

main fulcrum
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Not if you buy the fancy covers 😁

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Because those books will in fact exist

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I own exactly nothing on DDB TashaLOL

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And intend to keep it that way

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Most is perhaps an overstatement

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I may also be in so many shared campaigns that I can look up anything on DDB anyway so it's kind of the best of both worlds TashaLOL

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But I'm still gonna buy the fancy covers because I like the art

molten spruce
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I was not aware that the covers were limited edition. It's tempting!

main fulcrum
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I'm not sure about the DDB bundles

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The fancy covers are often game store only

echo kelp
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Yeah the alt covers are a nice perk D&D gives physical game stores

main fulcrum
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But they are limited

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The downside of getting those is that the later editions will have the errata. But the plus side is pretty art

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My game store still has a few alt cover Bigby's and I'm tempted every time I walk in there 😁

molten spruce
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Fair enough and lol. I don't know if I've been to my local game stores that would sell special editions. I've got like barnes and noble that's it basically.

teal orbit
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Hi, can someone help me figure out how to play the game because I would really like to play with a group but I don’t know how to play so can you help me?

queen sequoia
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same ^

grim zenith
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i’m also in the same boat i would love to play don’t know how and would love to learn

ornate arrow
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?newcomer

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oh I dunno the command

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?newcomers

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yeah whatever I'm sure the writeup is posted somewhere above

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ornate arrow
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there it is

teal orbit
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I am looking for a DM

true musk
limber dune
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I keep seeing stuff in discussion about a PHB, what is it?

warm rock
limber dune
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Ooooh, got it

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Didn’t know that was the shorthand for it lmao

warm rock
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Honestly didn't know what people were talking about til a couple months into GMIng either lol

sonic sierra
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For my human fighter outlander's equipment, it lists one of the things as 'martial weapon', should I literally write down 'martial weapon', or should I write down an actual weapon?

true musk
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Martial Weapon is one of two types of weapons. You write it down under proficiencies, while your actual weapon you write it down under your inventory.

sonic sierra
stone quail
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Hi

true musk
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sonic sierra
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Ty zero!

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I just dk which one is right for beginners such as myself

true musk
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Check out the the introductory videos in the bot post above, they contain build guides for fighters

smoky adder
sonic sierra
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I see, ty y'all

smoky adder
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What kind of weapons do you want to use?

sonic sierra
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Like a basic sword that I guess I can use while holding a shield in my other hand

smoky adder
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Have you got a classic sword and shield? A blade in each hand? Throwing knives? A massive two-handed weapon? A bow?

smoky adder
sonic sierra
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I see. thanks again, tuna!

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true musk
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Bot post above includes the free basic rules.

mint ocean
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how do i find game

true musk
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Are you looking for in person, online, or both?

lyric fjord
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are there websites and such?

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lyric fjord
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thanks

quasi sand
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Does anybody have any good guides for the beginnings of blood hunter?

lucid jewel
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Hey I want to learn how to play as well as my friends so that would make me the dm. But I don't know how so I can use all the help I can get thanks!

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smoky adder
quasi sand
median thicket
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hi me and a group of friends recently built a TV table to play with, any recommendations for programs to use with it?

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some i've been looking at are foundryvtt, roll20, and dndbeyond

fluid tiger
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i was able to find ONE ist campaign
And that was last month

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🧟‍♀️

mystic musk
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hiii

velvet jetty
twin token
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Hi, i'm trying to make a warlock in dndbeyond, but i only have 1 patron option, is there any way i can fix that ?

wild onyx
mild palm
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Hey, so i'm new to dnd, ive always wanted to play but never really had friends to play it with. just wondering where to start

crude musk
ornate rapids
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Hi! I am still learning pretty much the basics and i was wondering whether there was a term to talk about D&D campaigns that are using miniatures and dioramas.
Like if there’s a “Classic D&D” and a “something something D&D”
Thank you so much

wild onyx
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You know, I can't think of one that I would say is generally used. Playing without accessories is often called "theatre of the mind" style play, where descriptions are used rather than maps and minis.

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Certainly if you say, "I play D&D with maps and minis" anyone who knows RPGs will understand.

median jasper
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Hiya, I made my first character today, and I was wondering if anyone had any advice for a knew player, because I’ll be honest I have no clue what I’m doing lmao

keen spruce
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Part 1 covers character creation and Part 2 covers playing the game

median jasper
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Thank you 🙂

loud spoke
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Are there any Filipino/pinoy DND players out there 🥲🥲🥲

(I'm pinoy and it's hard to find a Filipino DND player)

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Definitely

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Nah it doesn't want to show our info and it only allows english

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Anyways

crude musk
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Let's stay on topic please

timber pier
noble reef
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Hi how are you guys

timber pier
noble reef
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That’s good

loud spoke
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May bad I learned my lesson

timber pier
loud spoke
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Also I heard the new 202r hand book have a new system on there background

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I'm free only before afternoon and Maybe midnight since I'm half day

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I'm nocturnal

timber pier
wild onyx
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#looking-for-players can help you find a game. You might have to convert the times yourself - not everyone uses Discord timestamps - but it's worth looking around.

loud spoke
timber pier
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oh yeah are you willing to play with someone thats not willing to actually talk in vc or is that needed for you

timber pier
loud spoke
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I prefer text instead. doesn't know how to roll 20🥲

timber pier
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its an app, its also a website if youre on pc

loud spoke
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Same but I only use it for guides and characters

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Rarely BC I use a character sheet pdf for characters

timber pier
noble reef
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How can I join a game ??

wild onyx
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Text or voice are both valid options, but the DM of any given game will indicate what the requirements are.

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loud spoke
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How can I host a game?

wild onyx
# loud spoke How can I host a game?

You'll need some way of communicating with your players: in person, Discord, Roll20 or otherwise. You'll probably also want some way to share dice rolls if you're playing online. D&D Beyond will do that with characters assigned to the same campaign.

loud spoke
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Mk

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But I mean like inviting players to join the campaign. Do we need a specific app to site or post it on find a game?

wild onyx
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Instructions for advertising a game are in the #find-a-game channel. You use the appropriate command ( /looking-for-players ) and put the details in the sheet.

If you're not using a Discord timestamp be sure to say what your timezone is. Have a look at a few adverts first to see what kind of information they put up.

loud spoke
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Oh I see thnks

void trellis
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So I'm super new to D&D like never played it once but I want to get into it thing is I don't know anybody whom I can play with and I can't really travel far to meet someone irl (live in burbank CA) but I'd still love to play, any tips or any place you guys would know to start my first campaign ever?

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I have created a character in D&D BEYOND (online) but that's as far as I got.

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void trellis
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I did read through basic rules and I've seen some videos of campaigns so I sort of know the gimmick of it but I couldn't find the rules of the die rolling I would always see the DM tell the player what die to roll and for what, is that not always the case? Also sorry for asking to much questions

celest cedar
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The dm usually asks the player to roll a certain type of check or to roll a certain die in response to a question or action

wild onyx
cerulean salmon
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at some tables the players might ask for a check like "hey could i roll survival to try and track where the bandits ran off to"

celest cedar
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Things like skill checks, savings throws, attack rolls are made with a d20, whereas attack damage is rolled with a damage die according to the weapon/spell/attack description

lyric fjord
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Hello guys I am totally new to DND can anyone help me understand how it all functions ?

void trellis
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Thank you all it really helps.

wild onyx
lyric fjord
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I do know roleplaying but D&D is where the issue is at

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# lyric fjord I do know roleplaying but D&D is where the issue is at

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

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

lyric fjord
clever anvil
lyric fjord
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@timid locust so I went through the rules and basics I understood basics like dice rolls and ndn (n meaning unspecified number) and character basic like stat distribution so now I wanna know what are the classes which are tanky

cerulean salmon
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Paladins, barbarians, and fighters are the "tankiest" classes but tanking is hard to pull off effectively in 5e

lyric fjord
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I see

timid locust
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Agreed with above.

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Having big health and big Armor Class (AC) are the best ways to keep alive

cerulean salmon
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what specifically are you looking for in your tank character btw, if its like area denial/protecting your friends that's very doable through many of the full casters

timid locust
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Tanking as a role like some MMOs or other RPGs have isn't really something that works in DnD because there's no taunt/aggro system. But if you're looking to keep alive, those classes mentioned are great!

lyric fjord
lyric fjord
timid locust
lyric fjord
cerulean salmon
# lyric fjord Prob protecting teammates

paladin is great for that, they have an aura of protection that buffs your allies saving throws (so they're better protected against stuff like fireballs and whatnot)

timid locust
lyric fjord
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I see

cerulean salmon
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paladin is also good for a new player because the oaths have a lot of built in flavor/personality, and you'd get a taste of spellcasting and weapons

lyric fjord
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Also another question I was watching guides where they mention a paper of some sort while playing DND so while playing online do we use a online paper of similar sorts ??

smoky adder
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You character sheet?

timid locust
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I assume they mean a character sheet.

smoky adder
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There are definitely online options for character sheets.

lyric fjord
smoky adder
timid locust
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A character sheet is just a place where you write down all your character's information for your (and your DM's) reference.

lyric fjord
lyric fjord
cerulean salmon
timid locust
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Constitution is always great to have, but paladins love Strength and Charisma as well

void trellis
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Speaking of characters, online there's a website that's called D&D beyond where you can create and save your character and add any traits you want to it its good for someone like me who's just starting to keep track of character and to create one in general.

cerulean salmon
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your charisma is important because your spells get stronger based on that and so does your aura of protection which is insanely good

lyric fjord
smoky adder
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For a paladin:

  • Strength will improve the accuracy and damage of your melee weapons
  • Constitution will improve your max HP and your ability to concentrate on spells
  • Charisma will increase the number and potency of your spells
lyric fjord
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So I try to evenly spread out between str charisma and con

cerulean salmon
timid locust
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I'd prioritize Strength just a little bit more than the other two, personally

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But as long as those three are your highest stats, you're probably building in the right direction!

lyric fjord
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I see
Let me write this so to know if I understood correctly
Charisma- increases my spell potency and and aura of protection
Str- increases my acc and weap power
Cons- increases hp and overall tankyness

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So my build priorities charisma>str>cons

cerulean salmon
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yep

lyric fjord
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Thank you guys

timid locust
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Happy to help!

smoky adder
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The rest you can do in any order you like.

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If you're wearing heavy armor, you can probably leave Dex as the lowest.

lyric fjord
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Btw what is nat 20 ?

smoky adder
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When you make an ability check, attack roll, or saving throw and roll a 20 on the die.

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i.e. you got the best possible roll

raven linden
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Basically

smoky adder
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For attack rolls, that means you've got a critical hit. Your attack lands regardless of the target's AC, and you roll the damage dice twice.

raven linden
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You crit the die

smoky adder
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It has no special effect for ability checks and saving throws (except death saves).

marsh root
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I've now made a character and have a basic understanding of the game, what bow?

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timid locust
lyric fjord
marsh root
raven linden
lyric fjord
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With the basics out of the way (kinda) should I try to make a character ?

smoky adder
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Go for it

timid locust
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You sure can!

smoky adder
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Make a few!

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Try out a couple different ideas you might enjoy.

lyric fjord
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Sure thx

smoky adder
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Then when you find a group, you can work with the DM to see which of those is the best fit and add any finishing details.

timid locust
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I like to say the following though:

Treat the characters you make now as practice characters. There's no guarantee your DM will let you play that character in particular, so don't get too attached just yet.

lyric fjord
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Sure thx

timid locust
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But it's a great way to understand exactly what all the stats on your character sheet mean and what they interact with

lyric fjord
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I see

plucky stump
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(stupid) question, why do people ask for your age when they want to invite you to their group? or rather why is age an important factor?

raven linden
cerulean salmon
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^

plucky stump
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ah this question came up to me because some campaigns being 18+ makes sense but some times i see people look for people 25+

raven linden
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So excessive swearing or adult themes

cerulean salmon
plucky stump
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I see, thanks

raven linden
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Yeah cause 18 and 19 year Olds can be a little still immature I guess you would call it like they might always do something that might be funny the 1st few times but either annoying or just creepy or weird if it's to do with adult content

plucky stump
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ah right they can often be annoying and immature

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makes sense

raven linden
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Yeah

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Like some might not be a good portion might not be but don't rlly want to risk it and ruin a campaign

lyric fjord
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so i made a character

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tho idk how well it went

raven linden
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Only one way to find out

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But what did you make

lyric fjord
umbral hornet
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It's a good idea to play a half orc monk if I've never played dnd?

smoky adder
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Yes!

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Play whatever kind of character interests you most.

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You'll have a better time if you've got one you care about than one you think you're "supposed" to have.

lyric fjord
umbral hornet
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ok thanks for the
advise

smoky adder
lyric fjord
smoky adder
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What about ability scores?

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What does that have to do with playing whatever kind of character interests you most?

raven linden
# smoky adder What does that have to do with playing whatever kind of character interests you ...

So your ability score determines what you can multiclass into usually need 13 in a ability score to multiclass in or out of a class so if you wanted to multiclass barbarian you need 13 strength or con they determine your modifier a ability score of 10 is a plus 0 ability score of 12 is a plus 1 and so on so forth the modifiers affect pretty everything your character does but mainly affect the bonus to rolls when role playing or doing something physical so if you want to say persuade a person to do something for you, you roll a D20 and whatever your result is add the modifier so if you rolled a 17 and had +2 charisma that would be a 19 it improves or worsen rolls

crude musk
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You pinged the wrong person

smoky adder
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Yeah, I know what an ability score is. 😅

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I'm just not following how any of that connects to the comment Emilia replied to.

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Hence why I asked Emilia for clarification.

raw dock
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hello im pretty new to dnd

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i have watched tutorials, but would still like some explanations

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and if i can maaybe join a campaign

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raw dock
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thanks

cedar gulch
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Hi I’m looking for some way to find out if shops near me offer any DnD games

smoky adder
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Have you asked those shops?

harsh fjord
mortal kite
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Hai! : D I’m completely new to DND my only experience with it is running into a friend or two back in high school who would play it in the library sometimes.

fallen surge
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welcome

mortal kite
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Wassup :0

mint perch
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hey guys! just getting in to D&D, also just started watching some campaigns from legends of avantris and dimension 20 (currently on Burrow's End) and i hope to finally get to play with some people!

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solid wigeon
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helloo

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i know little to nothing about dnd and thinking id try it out :3

solid wigeon
smoky adder
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Welcome!

solid wigeon
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yellow!!

tiny tartan
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hey can someone help me with character sheets please?

smoky adder
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What kind of help specifically?

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What have you got for your character so far? Where are you stuck?

tiny tartan
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i am stuck on the skill, attacks and spell casting, equipment and treasure

sweet charm
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so everything after race and class?

tiny tartan
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yeah i guess

sweet charm
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cool. no probs, what is the question

tiny tartan
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how do i calculate my skills?

sweet charm
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so have you put in your base stats yet for the 6 main scores?

tiny tartan
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yes

sweet charm
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cool

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what class are you lookking at?

tiny tartan
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strength 13
dexterity 13
constitution 14
intelligence 15
wisdom 14
charisma 13
i am a wizard

sweet charm
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and we are going for level 1 yea?

tiny tartan
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yes

sweet charm
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cool. so level 1 prof bonus is +3 yea/

lapis wigeon
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it is +2 @ level 1

sweet charm
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yes your right sorry

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i was testing you lol

lapis wigeon
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Is there a specific part that you are getting stuck on?

tiny tartan
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i know nothing about making character sheets

sweet charm
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so have you chosen your 2 skills from the wizard start?

tiny tartan
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no

sweet charm
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is it the stats or the making of the sheet that your stuck on?

tiny tartan
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umm i have no clue

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i dont know how to find out skills

sweet charm
# tiny tartan no

ok so you get 2 from either arcarna, history, insight, med, investigation or religion

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do you have a phb

tiny tartan
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umm no

sweet charm
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ah, so yea im not supprised lol

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ok so thew above are the choices you get at level 1

tiny tartan
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is there a good guide that i can follow?

fresh fable
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Basic rules are free

timid locust
fresh fable
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Dndbeyond can walk you through making a character too

tiny tartan
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thank you so much

smoky adder
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Each skill is tied to a specific ability. You have a bonus for each of those skills equal to your ability modifier.

sweet charm
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good luck

smoky adder
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So if you have a +3 in Strength, you also have a +3 for Strength (Athletics) checks.

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For any skill you're proficient in, you can also add your proficiency bonus (+2) to that.

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So if you had a +3 in Strength and proficiency in Athletics, you'd have a total of +5.

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And you'd just write that number next to Athletics.

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There's usually a little bubble you can fill in to indicate which ones you're proficient in as well.

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Most characters start with proficiency in 4-6 different skills.

sudden lynx
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Hi everyone, I'm new to D&D and am looking to start my first adventure. Is there a specific story/adventure that would be a good place to start?

smoky adder
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You probably won't have any treasure yet.

smoky adder
sudden lynx
wary scaffold
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Hi! I'm new here. I've been wanting to play for a long time. I would like to join a group who play solely text based if possible.

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smoky adder
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Definitely possible to play with just text!

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The games tend to be a little slower, but with the right group, they can be a lot of fun.

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They're not as common, though, so it might take a little longer to find the right match.

glacial umbra
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Can i have a little help with characteristics when you’re done helping wisteria?

smoky adder
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If you've got questions, fire away!

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That's what the channel's here for.

glacial umbra
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So my character is a sticky fingered rogue who does it just for the fun and adrenaline but the personality traits that dnd beyond is giving are not really like my character what do I do?

smoky adder
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Write your own!

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You can make as much or as little use of that section as you like.

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It's all just there to help you envision your character.

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If the suggestions aren't helping you do that, just ignore them.

glacial umbra
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🥲

dusty saffron
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How do DMs remember all the details when doing a new campaign, because I want to try it out, and I’m doing a campaign module there’s just a lot of characters to remember, and events and I wouldn’t want to have to stop mid game to them look at something

fallen surge
glacial umbra
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What would be a better life style for a thief; modest, poor, or squalid?

smoky adder
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How good of a thief are they? dndLol

glacial umbra
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Pritty good

dusty saffron
main fulcrum
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Honestly, it's okay if you have to stop during the game to check something/set up the next part. You can even take breaks if you think it's going to need the time

timid locust
wary scaffold
smoky adder
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Dunno. I almost never voice chat in Discord. 😅

timid locust
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(I believe that sound only plays on your end)

glacial umbra
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If you’re on a phone I think the silent mode does it

wary scaffold
pearl folio
long hearth
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Any New Groups I can join?

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glacial umbra
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What does bonds mean or do in the characteristics?

fresh fable
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Who or what are important to you

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If you look at a background they give examples of them

twin raptor
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Hello /wave

hushed umbra
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Hello Severon

dense quarry
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Yo

lavish storm
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hey!

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what do i need to play dnd

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ive got the die but not the handbook which handbook do i need?

dense quarry
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Me too . Dont know how to play

harsh fjord
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Aside from that, you need folks to play with, a means of communication, character sheets, and an adventure.

lavish storm
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ok thanks!

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i saw a channel for people looking to play am i able to join a game there?

dense quarry
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How to ko join game?

mint perch
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is there a group that i could possibly join if anyone has an open slot? (doesnt necessarily have to be just for the game)

harsh fjord
lavish storm
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ok, thanks a ton ! : D

dense quarry
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So i have to chat the dm?

harsh fjord
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Yep.

dense quarry
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Asking what server it is?

smoky adder
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D&D is ultimately a game of communication.

dense quarry
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Then copy the link?

smoky adder
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Ask some questions about their game.

harsh fjord
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Once you find an ad that intrigues you, either post in the associated thread or send a message to the DM. You may be declined or may not get an answer at all. But as spam says, it's a game about communication, so start with reaching out.

smoky adder
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Share some ideas you’ve got based on what they say.

lavish storm
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do we have to buy the adventures as players?

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asking because there is stuff for dms and players

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seperatly so im just confused

thorn heart
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Hello I’m new can you find a game somewhere here

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harsh fjord
lavish storm
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ok, thanks! gonna try to print out character sheet. Thank you for the help! : )

tepid void
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Im new, i know the basics

shrewd crest
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Heyo! Call me milo. I'm a new player that hopes to get into DND and learn the basics. I've been wanting to play DND since I was a kid, but haven't been able to. Happy to meet everyone :DD

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harsh fjord
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Those resources should help if you're new to the game! If you have specific questions, do feel free to ask!

smoky adder
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It ruins the surprise!

umbral hornet
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I have a question but how does the subclass work, for example where I indicate that I want to do the way of the Astral Self

harsh fjord
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You pick your subclass at the appropriate level and get those features, getting more as you progress.

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On the character sheet, you can specify this on the Class line.

glacial umbra
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Which would be the better lifestyle for a thef of about 17 years poor, or modest?

harsh fjord
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If you're not in a game yet, don't worry about lifestyle.

timid locust
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If they still need to steal, they're probably poor.

glacial umbra
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They are a kleptomaniac

umbral hornet
harsh fjord
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Are you using a physical sheet or a platform like D&D Beyond?

umbral hornet
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dnd beyond

harsh fjord
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You need to be at the appropriate level to get the prompt for your subclass.

timid locust
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Once you hit level 3, it'll prompt you to pick your subclass then.

harsh fjord
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And if you don't have access to that digital content, you won't be able to pick that specific subclass.

umbral hornet
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How do I check if I have access to the Astral Self subclass content?

harsh fjord
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Make your character level 3 and see what options are in the menu for subclass. I forget how it's specifically labeled in DDB.

umbral hornet
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no I don't have access to that content but thanks anyway

jolly mantle
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Hello. New here

oak stump
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Hello

jolly mantle
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I would like some help plz. Looking for a group to play with

lofty tinsel
subtle phoenix
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What is a save throw

harsh fjord
subtle phoenix
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Are players the only ones who can use save throws

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inf

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g

harsh fjord
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Nope! If a player uses a spell that calls for a saving throw, the target (probably a monster) will make a saving throw.

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As an example.

subtle phoenix
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I mean to say in a fight, if a player is about to injure their target, can they use a saving throw

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(their target)

harsh fjord
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As the above text says, it's not something the player decides to do. Either an ability of feature specifies the target makes a saving throw or the DM asks the player to do so.

subtle phoenix
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It’s not about the player

harsh fjord
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The target makes a saving throw if the ability/feature specifies.

subtle phoenix
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So for enemies it depends on their build while all players can use saving throws?

harsh fjord
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No, it depends on what feature/ability is being used.

subtle phoenix
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So only when under certain attacks can an enemies use a saving throw

harsh fjord
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For example, Fireball says this:

A bright streak flashes from your pointing finger to a point you choose within range and then blossoms with a low roar into an explosion of flame. Each creature in a 20-foot-radius sphere centered on that point must make a Dexterity saving throw. A target takes 8d6 fire damage on a failed save, or half as much damage on a successful one.

That's true whether a player is using it or a creature controlled by the DM.

subtle phoenix
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Alright

fallen surge
subtle phoenix
fallen surge
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I understand what you meant, and their is no harm in using simple terms while learning, but D&D is a very rules-oriented game, so a lot of terms and vocabulary have very specific rules meanings. Casting the spell Fireball for example, as posted above, is not an “attack” specifically because it forces the targets to make a saving throw, instead of rolling an attack roll against them

subtle phoenix
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I don’t get it but that’s ok

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Thank you for trying to explain it to me

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I’ll go now

lyric fjord
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casting a spell is an action, while an attack is physical

fallen surge
daring hill
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I just started playing and my first dm is my brother, after some time I notice that I always use the same spells (I'm a druid) . How can I use other actions and spells without feeling weaker ?

harsh fjord
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Are you playing alone or with others?

halcyon sandal
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Hey, I’m new to DnD and TTRPGs in general but I really want to get into a game. Does anyone know where the best place to find online game for newcomers is?

daring hill
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Started with others but now doing a solo mission

halcyon sandal
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I joined this discord and a few others but haven’t had any luck yet

harsh fjord
jolly mantle
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I have so many characters but I’ve never played a game yet. I know how to play but I never got the opportunity

halcyon sandal
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I see now there’s a channel for games at the bottom of the server, don’t know how I missed it multiple times haha

harsh fjord
daring hill
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So if I play with more players, it wont be as repetitive?

harsh fjord
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I'd imagine so, because you have more gears in the machine, so their choices might impact yours.

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For example, you probably won't use Healing Word on yourself because it doesn't offer much healing, but it could be the difference between a fellow PC living or dying when they're unconscious.

daring hill
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Thanks mate, I will ask him if I can try different spells on a side quest of some sort.

harsh fjord
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You might also read up on your spells so you know what they do and thus feel more comfortable using them, instead of going with what you already know.

daring hill
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I try to prepare by reading most spells on current level and like the next 2

harsh fjord
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Sure, but you might also consider what sort of situations you'd use a given spell in. Put that imagination to work for you!

daring hill
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So dont learn all combat spells ? Also some more "casual" spells ?

harsh fjord
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For sure! If you're only looking at combat spells, you might be missing as much as 2/3 of the game (assuming your DM tries to incorporate all three pillars equally).

daring hill
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3 ?

harsh fjord
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Combat, social encounters, and exploration. Combat is only one part of the game, and some features, spells included, can be helpful in those non-combat situations.

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And sometimes they can be used creatively in combat.

daring hill
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How could you use spells in social encounters ? I kinda get the other two, also used one in a puzzel.

harsh fjord
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Party buffs like Enhance Ability or Guidance can help with a skill check. But it can also push the story along because hey, that guy just used magic! Seize him!

Or Comprehend Languages could help you translate something an NPC doesn't understand.

daring hill
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I kinda get it, thanks alot mate. I will read my known spells again and change them a bit around. Thanks tho

harsh fjord
glacial umbra
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I’m creating a cult follower are there some organizations i should look up or do I have to make up my own?

glass summit
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The cults category on the Forgotten Realms wiki could also be good, but a lot of reading

glacial umbra
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This is perfect thank you

glass summit
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Probably the best method is to ask your DM what a good cult for your character could be, as they might have one in mind that is already integrated into their intended direction the campaign is heading.

glacial umbra
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I don’t have one 😢

glass summit
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All good, picking one from amongs those in the Forgotten Realms is a safe bet as most (ime) campaigns take place there.
When you join a campaign, it'll be a good question to ask as not every cult is relevant to every adventure

glacial umbra
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I might make the choice later when I’m going to use that character and I have a group

hard jewel
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Hey how do I start playing dnd online or in person I have maybe one person no DM and not a whole lot of character creating experience

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That was kind of a silly question…

celest cedar
crimson pivot
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Hello all, I am planning to start to play dnd witmy friends and we are considering purchase the player handbook and dungeon master guide. Should we wait for the new edition or just go for the current edition is fine? Also, usually how oven will we get a new edition? Thanks for helping.

cerulean salmon
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also new editions are very very rare

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last time we got one was 10 years ago

crimson pivot
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Oh

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That's really rare

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I thought it is like a update patch of games xd

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So I think I will wait for new version

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It can last for years xd

jolly mantle
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How do I find a group to play with? Newer player need a group

maiden rose
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^

karmic gorge
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Hello I am a newcomer

topaz tinsel
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Im also a newcomer 😁

halcyon sandal
jolly mantle
halcyon sandal
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Likewise lol

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What time zone are you in

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I’m PDT. I think we should get a small group of new comers together and find a DM haha

jolly mantle
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I’m est

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I’ll be more than happy to get a group together. All we’ll need is a DM

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I can play any class but it’s whatever

halcyon sandal
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I think weekends would be best for accommodating time zones.

wheat crystal
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In general soliciting/making games outside of the #looking-for channels is against server rules

halcyon sandal
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Would talking with other new comers about making an official group and seeking out a DM technically fall under that?

wheat crystal
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I believe so, best to be on the safe side just in case

halcyon sandal
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Unofficial*

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Fair enough

jolly mantle
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Sweet

summer glen
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hey so im completely new to dnd and was interested in getting into it and i saw this discord could anyone give me advice on how to get into a campaign with a group thats like friendly to new players or something like that?

frail crow
smoky adder
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Welcome! #find-a-game can point you toward the available groups here.

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In my experience, most groups are pretty welcoming of newcomers even if they’re not explicitly advertised that way.

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So if you see one you’re interested in, can’t hurt to ask!

summer glen
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Would I use the one for looking for players or dms

smoky adder
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Are you looking to join as a player or a DM?

warm steeple
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So I’m going to attempt to be a DM for the first time but I have no idea where to start, can anyone suggest which books to get to find out what to do?

main fulcrum
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If you haven't read the basic rules yet, start there

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After that, there are a number of free intro adventures that you can get on D&D Beyond or DMsGuild which give you the adventure and have useful tips on how to run them too

smoky adder
warm steeple
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Are the basic rules on the website?

smoky adder
warm steeple
smoky adder
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They both come with premade characters that can be used.

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And they’ve both got all the statistics for any monsters or magic items in the adventure.

true musk
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?newdm

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warm steeple
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Cool. Is there one that you would suggest ( I have played as a player before and most of the players my players have as well)

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Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

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

Don’t worry about mistakes.

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jolly mantle
smoky adder
dire ivy
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hi idk what I'm doing

smoky adder
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This is an expanded version of Lost Mines of Phandelver, which was a very popular earlier starter set.

warm steeple
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Thanks

warm steeple
summer glen
smoky adder
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smoky adder
warm steeple
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How will know what kind of rolls to get my players to do?

smoky adder
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If they’re making an attack, they make an attack roll.

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If they’re trying to avoid some kind of danger, they make a saving throw.

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For anything else they want to attempt, you can have them make an ability check.

warm steeple
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Cheers mate this is really helpful

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I think I have enough to go on with for the moment thanks

smoky adder
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For the latter two, you can just decide whatever ability or skill you think is most appropriate for the situation.

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If they’re trying to dodge out of the way of something, that’s probably a Dexterity saving throw.

summer glen
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Is there a link or something to help with like terminology for dnd

smoky adder
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If they’re trying to convince someone to help them, that’s probably a Charisma (Persuasion) check.

warm steeple
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Thanks

smoky adder
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Also for ability checks and saving throws, you’d need to decide the Difficulty Class (DC).

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That’s the number they need to reach to succeed on the roll.

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As a simple rule of thumb, you can use 10 for an easy task, 15 for medium, or 20 for hard.

true musk
warm steeple
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Thanks guys

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👍

true musk
summer glen
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Sorry it’s just alot trying to learn everything

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So are characters sheets that you make, made before you start the campaign or make it on the first session or is it up to the dm

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

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true musk
summer glen
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Okay I gotchya

tough apex
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Hello, nice to meet you all 😁.. Quite new here, and want to know more about DnD

Ps: Sorry if my word sometimes confusing since English is not my 1st language

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violet grove
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What is an orginization a Dragonborn Barbarian would probably be apart of?

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i'm doing a soldier background

true musk
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That is going to be dependent on a campaign's setting and lore.

violet grove
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ah ok

jolly mantle
glass summit
rain vine
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h-hello

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

rain vine
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t..thanks

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im still somewhat new to DnD.. only played a handful of games but never more than a few sessions heh..

harsh fjord
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Well, check out the pins in this channel, poke around the server, and feel free to ask any questions you have!

rain vine
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am hoping to find a game or something heh.. find a group to chill with and such and finally be able to fully flesh out a character and such heh.. 😅

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rain vine
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been looking through all that.. so much to look through..

glass summit
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Yeah thers certainly a lot of rules for D&D. Dont worry too much about remembering the exact rules, so long as you know the rough idea of where to look for the rules when you need them, youll be alright

rain vine
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was moreso referring to the games list

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but yeah that too..*

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i mean ermm im no stranger to RP that is.. i do like to write and such just havent done it much over VC before though i do want to get better at that aspect and such as i said heh..*

cosmic iris
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Hello there, I've been seeing dnd content for couple of years now but haven't really gotten into trying it out, I'm just wondering what's required to actually play a game of dnd

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true musk
reef oracle
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Hallo

rugged bobcat
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Hello I just joined. How does this place work? To afraid to do anything till I know how the server works... I haven't played dnd before

reef oracle
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I’ve had problems with verifying my phone for the past 2 weeks 😭

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But it’s finally working

rugged bobcat
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Ye

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For a server so big I definitely wasn't expecting it to be more of a scheduling place rather then jump in and play

fresh fable
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Think of the server as a big town square with lots of sign posts for places to get help/advice and places to go to look for games

rugged bobcat
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Kk

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Does Australia follow est time zone? Or is there another time zone

fresh fable
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Sounds like a google question lol

reef jungle
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Hi everyone! I'm totally new to the game and it's incredibly difficult to find other players at least in my friend group. Is there like an possibility to join online group or something?

fathom beacon
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fresh fable
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@rugged bobcat check out #learn-to-play and the pins in this channel for links to the free basic rules and video guides

rugged bobcat
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Kk

high ridge
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hello, i am new to dnd
and confused where to start, how everything works and that are dnd editions?

crude musk
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D&D's rules have changed a lot over the 50 years it's been around and every so often there's a "reset" where the designers go "Here is the new starting point for the rules". These 'resets' are editions

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This means while the overall game is the same, the rules are different and so not compatible

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For example, you can't use a monster made for D&D 3th edition in a game using D&D 5th editions (the current edition) rules

high ridge
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thanks, i'll read it

rugged bobcat
wheat crystal
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Sort of, I compare it to the transition from Fallout 2 to Fallout 3 or GTA 2 to GTA 3. Same core ideas, but significantly different gameplay/mechanics

high ridge
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i made a character

long roost
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Nice. What did you make

thin sparrow
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Hey I am pretty new to DND. Im using the wood elf fighter that's automatically pregenerated from DOSI and I was looking for a dm that's hosting DOSI cause I have heard its a good place to start from.

edgy onyx
inland girder
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can i make a dragonborn character that looks awfully a lot like a rat?

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i mean the size, the ears, the tails, all of the above

fresh fable
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Speak to your DM

edgy onyx
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Flavor is free, so you could, though you may also run it by your DM first

fresh fable
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Fire breathing rat man is a cool concept though

edgy onyx
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Totally no rat bias there 😏

fresh fable
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Nope none at all

inland girder
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but yeah fire breathing is a good addition

fresh fable
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I use kobolds for ratfolk

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Small and pact tactics

inland girder
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shit thats a good idea

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why didnt i think of that

fresh fable
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Or any of the small races can work

inland girder
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well i think imma stick with dragonborn because its funnier

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imagine stuart little breathing fire on your leg while preaching about rat-god

harsh badger
#

Hi everyone! I'm new around here. I want to get into D&D with a group of friends, where none of us has ever played the game. I'll be DMing because somebody has to, and I think I'm enthusiastic enough to actually get us through past the threshold to actually make D&D a playable game for us. Any advice? (Also, should I be speaking about this in this channel or is there somewhere else that is more appropriate for this?)
I'm thinking to start with a few simple one off scenes, maybe skipping the whole character building gig for the first couple of hours at least. Will stats be necessary for fight scenes to be coherent?

fresh fable
edgy onyx
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#dm-discussion would be the place
And yeah, you kinda do need stats for combat, as lot of things depend on them

fluid sail
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is there any one shots that are all text based?

wheat crystal
harsh fjord
# harsh badger Hi everyone! I'm new around here. I want to get into D&D with a group of friends...

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

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

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

fluid sail
harsh fjord
fluid sail
waxen prairie
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I am completely new to playing D&D IRL. I am planning on giving it a go (as dungeon master) with 3 friends who are also interested. I have seen most people digitally create their character sheets and print them out, then how are changes to stats tracked, such as when armour and weapons are changed? It's not like she sheets are written in pencil which can be easily erased and then changed.

royal dirge
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you're better off putting the permanent things (like character name, race, etc) in digitally then writing the things that can change in pencil.

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Doing the entire thing in a pdf then printing it doesn't work that well

waxen prairie
brazen sail
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Hi, I'm very new to dnd and would love, to learn how to play! I'm not confident and I've never played a game of it but, I'm set on learning how to play,I would love it if ,someone could recommend some tutorials, book's e.c.t, thanks

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Sorry for the bad grammer

royal dirge
brazen sail
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Alright!

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thanks!

royal dirge
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no worries, have fun dndApprove

tough stump
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hello, I am new here and I just bought the Starter Pack and the Essentials Kit. I want to buy the book ``Out of the Abyss´´ and I heard that you need some Figures for this. Where can I buy these figures that you need for this book?

royal dirge
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You don't need figures for any adventure as far as i'm aware. If you want tokens to show characters you can use anything from miniatures to paper tokens.

tough stump
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Where can I buy them?

royal dirge
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the adventure is pretty old now so it might be a bit hard to find the official miniatures for it. Best bet is to search for 'Out of the abyss miniatures' on sites like Amazon

tough stump
harsh fjord
tough stump
unreal spindle
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sup everyone, I am completely new to DnD and I really wanna learn more about how it works :]

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fallen surge
unreal spindle
lavish storm
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hey, im making my first character but im having trouble working out the stats, please help

harsh fjord
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Use Standard Array: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8. Assign them where you like.

lavish storm
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whats a standard array

harsh fjord
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It's that set of 6 numbers.

lyric fjord
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Hello guy new in dnd

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harsh fjord
lavish storm
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so just assign the numbers randomly on the stats section?

harsh fjord
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Not randomly: where you want. Your most important stat varies by class.

wild onyx
lavish storm
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ok, thanks! 🙂

lyric fjord
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I ready have a character

wild onyx
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And try not to put less than 10 in Constitution, generally.

harsh fjord
wild onyx
lavish storm
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not yet, still on chapter 1 of basic rules

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im making my rn

lyric fjord
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Yes and no

harsh fjord
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Learn the rules as best you can. You can search for a game in the meantime by following this bot post. ⬇️

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lyric fjord
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Question this the dnd beyond app work here

wild onyx
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There is a way to share a sheet built in the app, though I'm not immediately familiar with it. I think it involves going to the DDB website to get the sharing link.

terse ether
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Hello! Brand new here 👋

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harsh fjord
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Welcome! The links above have useful info, but if you have other questions, do feel free to ask!

terse ether
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Okay thanks!

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I was just looking for players channel, is there a way to find a game that is specifically newbie-friendly ? 🙂

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harsh fjord
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The community is pretty welcoming, though, so try not to be intimidated.

lyric fjord
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Ok i understand the game

harsh fjord
boreal river
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Hey folks, Alan here 👋🏻

lyric fjord
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Hi

ornate torrent
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Hello! Just starting out and looking forward to learning more about the game.

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lyric fjord
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Hi! Just starting)

harsh fjord
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The links above have plenty of handy info! Do ask questions if you have them.

fair schooner
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hey, i never played DnD before but always wanted to try 🙂

harsh fjord
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Welcome. The bot post above is a good place to get started!

high ridge
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just finished a lot of reading on how to play

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how do i start playing?

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lime violet
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I have a question about channel divinity for my level 5 life cleric.
Untill level 6, I can only use channel divinity once a day.
Does this mean
A) I will only be able to use Turn undead as an example of using Channel Divinity
Or
B) I will be able to use Turn Undead once but not twice. Then I will also be able to use preserve life since its not the same channel divinity?

harsh fjord
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You have one use of Channel Divinity, but two effects. You choose which to use. Then you'll need a long rest to recharge, at which point you could again use either effect, not both.

oak dove
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I'm not exactly brand new - but I'm not exactly super seasoned and haven't played for many years - any resources that fit someone like me? Pretty sure I've only done 3.5e and 4e, I have no idea what the new stuff is right now. (It has literally been over 5 years since my last time playing)

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slow plinth
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hello. can i ask what vc means?

harsh fjord
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Voice chat, probably.

oak dove
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voice chat/voice call yeah

fallen surge
tough stump
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why can´t I find the Essentials Kit in German 😭

oak dove
harsh fjord
fallen surge
tough stump
harsh fjord
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Dragon of Icespire Peak, which is what's pictured, is the Essentials Kit, not the starter set.

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I'm not sure how the set is translated in German, of course.

lyric fjord
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How useful are healers in D&D groups? I've heard a lot about how they don't really serve a purpose in modern D&D 😅

tough stump
harsh fjord
fallen surge
harsh fjord
oak dove
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the most classic "healer" is actually more of a tank with healing abilities

tough stump
oak dove
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(cleric)

lyric fjord
smoky adder
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Sounds like a Divine Soul Sorcerer.

royal dirge
fallen surge
lyric fjord
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My other character I'm working on is a dwarven forge cleric that specializes in crafting eventually legendary weapons to pay respect to his god of the forge.

Healer meets Unlimited Blade Works.

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All the cleric abilities are forge-themed in aesthetic.

fallen surge
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Sounds like a fun character. If you'd like help planning out their build or backstory and such, you can post about them in #character-discussion

lyric fjord
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Sure!

dusty saffron
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So how many actions could you do in a turn, I understand you can attack, move up to your movement speed, and do a bonus action but would taking our your weapon or sheathing it fall into any of those categories or interacting with the environment or using an item?

tribal parrot
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Drawing or sheathing a weapon is considered a free action. Interacting with an object usually falls under free action as well. Using an item USUALLY is a whole action

fallen surge
# dusty saffron So how many actions could you do in a turn, I understand you can attack, move up...

The parts of a turn are explained here:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/basic-rules-2014/combat#YourTurn

But to put it simply, you have 1 action, 1 bonus action, and an amount of movement equal to your speed
You are also allowed to interact with 1 object or feature of the environment for free, as part of another action or movement. This would be what drawing or sheathing a weapon is considered to be, as well as opening a door or pulling a lever. If you need to interact with 2 objects on the same turn, such as sheathing one weapon and drawing another, then it requires an action to do the second one

steady badger
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Hello!

dusty saffron
daring hill
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I just found a game I would like to join in the find-a-game channel. Do you just send a dm or is there another way ?

harsh fjord
supple sable
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Hi there.

austere bear
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Hi, I am extremely new to dnd and have very little knowledge of it but I really want to give it a try. If someone can help me get the basics down I'd really appreciate it!! :]

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subtle phoenix
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Dices all have names

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A die with six faces is called a d6

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Is that correct

wheat crystal
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Yeah that’s correct

subtle phoenix
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What does it mean when there's an extra number before their name

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Like 8d20

limber dune
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It means you use multiple of those dice, for example, 2d4 would mean to use 2 d4, and so on

crimson pivot
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May I know where can I find the change of background story from different editions? Like is there any events happens in the new edition? Thank you.

echo kelp
crimson pivot
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Is that mean no story background changes?

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Thanks for helping

echo kelp
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I'm not sure what you're asking? D&D has many different settings and thus story backgrounds. Nothing has changed with them.

crimson pivot
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O I see

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Thanks

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I am a bit confused

echo kelp
crimson pivot
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Thanks!

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I will have a look

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Is there a book that talk about the world view of the Forgotten Realms?

echo kelp
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The closest we have is The Sword Coast Adventurer's Guidebook (SCAG) but it focuses on the Sword Coast of the Forgotten Realms. You may like to check out https://forgottenrealms.fandom.com which is a community-ran wiki providing info on the Forgotten Realms. If you have other official D&D lore questions, check out #dnd-lore

crimson pivot
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Thank you so much Selen2

silent dagger
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Can someone help me pick out the best cantrips for a firearm specalist sorcerror?

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I've been thinking like magic stone to enchant my bullets for lvl 1

echo kelp
silent dagger
smoky adder
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Give them something to talk about. They’ll show up.

echo kelp
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Be patient - folks will engage as they have time and interest.

ebon blaze
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Hi I’m Alex I literally just joined how does dnd work can someone explain I’ve wanted to get into it for years but have never been able to research it

plucky ridge
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Hey welcome to the hobby! A good first step is to check out the free basic rules and while reading, feel free to ask questions!

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ebon blaze
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Thanks

gray topaz
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I joined DnD around 2 years ago for a DnD club at school but I still have a lot to learn
I also joined a DnD group at a cafe but I got to play just a couple games before I was unable to go any longer due to life complications ;-;

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I only know the basics TwT and my character is all out of wack but I still somehow manage to play them

ebon blaze
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Haha yeah I never was allowed to play dnd and now that I’ve moved out of that home I want to finally get into it but I mean YouTube shorts has only so much information 😂

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

neat laurel
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where do i find dms looking for players?

true musk
neat laurel
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thank you

velvet juniper
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hello

rancid orchid
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Hello, anyone has a suggestion how I could play DnD when there's virtually no one around me playing this game?

past creek
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Online

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Look in the looking for players channel it usually has people posting every 1-20 minutes

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It’s pretty dry atm though

gray topaz
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I'll see if I can play tmmr
I just made a character and it's 8:36pm rn and I have life to attend to ;-;

true musk
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?tag new online

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true musk
rancid orchid
true musk
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You might have better luck if you shift your focus towards matching availability and starting out with DnD’s community campaign called adventurers league since it has a single session style of play.

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This way you can focus on individual time slots as opposed to a set schedule.

And you won’t have to worry about matching time zones if the play group is free during that particular session.

tough apex
dusty saffron
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Is PBP just text based dnd?

rancid orchid
rancid orchid
tough apex
dense tiger
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Good evening everyone I just found this discord channel I am not sure why it took so long. I have been playing D&D since 1984. I have been DM since 2014. I love this game and always willing to guide new players.

lyric fjord
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Can a player still play with website dice? I don't have any of my own and I'm still saving up for it but I still wanna try and play

exotic idol
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Many allow online dice, tho usually most sites and ttrpg softward have dice rolling withing the software as well^^

lyric fjord
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Ah I see, thank you

exotic idol
radiant grove
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Hi!

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

radiant grove
# wheat crystal Welcome!

Ty ^^ I'm curious if u guys got any recommendation for any yt videos that's rlly good to watch specially as someone new to D&D?

exotic idol
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If I may offer. Are you brand new like entirely?

wheat crystal
# radiant grove Ty ^^ I'm curious if u guys got any recommendation for any yt videos that's rlly...

There’s many if you wanted certain things:

  • If you want a fantastic supplement to reading the basic rules (peep the pins!), Critical Role’s Handbooker Helper series is really good (and linked in the pins).
  • If you wanted a more comedic preview of all the classes, JoCat’s A Crap Guide to D&D is what I’d recommend
  • If you wanted to watch D&D liveplay shows there’s Critical Role or Dimension20 (keep in mind that these are primarily for entertainment and don’t represent the average table)
radiant grove
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But I'm basically new I'd say

exotic idol
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Like Star said above, all of those are great for getting a taste for the game. I personally love Zee Bashew as well, but he doesn't talk about the whole game. He will however change how you look at spells and gain new understandings of mechanics.

radiant grove
radiant grove
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I will have to check them all out haha

radiant grove
wheat crystal
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ashen marlin
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Hello! Completely new to D&D, always been intrested but always been scared to start lol please if someone can point me in the right direction i would appricate it.

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willow roost
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Hello

smoky adder
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Welcome!

low hinge
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Hello 3r_catwavetabby

quasi mauve
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Hello. New at working with Discord. Maybe looking for a game.

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subtle phoenix
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When a player punches an enemy, they need to do a roll before the damage roll to see if the hit lands, right?

echo kelp
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Every attack (excepting certain spell effects that require a saving throw) requires an attack roll.
That attack roll plus any modifiers and bonuses must meet or beat the target's Armor Class to hit (with natural 20 rolls automatically hitting as they are a critical roll).

timid locust
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Nope! In fact, it's usually standard to roll hit before damage.

echo kelp
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Then you roll damage

subtle phoenix
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Yeah that's what I said, hit roll then damage roll

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Anyways, the hit roll isn't tied to any stats like attack roll is

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Is that correct

timid locust
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The attack roll is the chance-to-hit roll. Usually you add a relevant modifier and if you're proficient in the attack, you add your proficiency bonus.

subtle phoenix
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No that guy said hit roll before attack roll, hit roll determines whether the hit lands or not and attack roll is the amount of damage

echo kelp
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The attack roll is the "to hit" roll

timid locust
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The phrase "Attack Roll" refers to your character's chance to hit a target.

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The phrase "Damage Roll" refers to the amount of damage you deal if you hit.

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You can take a look here if you'd like to look over the rules for making an attack.

woven heath
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Hello, I've been interested in DND for awhile and been wanting to get into it for years. What would be the easiest way to start getting into one?

toxic igloo
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im also interested in dnd but i never had the time to try and get into it but now i do

wild onyx
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Scroll on up to the Dyno post for links to the Basic Rules and some helpful videos.

You might want to have a look through the sections on ability scores, skills, combat and spellcasting, then try making your own level one character to practice the process. Little tip: use the standard array method for your ability scores (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8 in the order you choose).

toxic igloo
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can i make art of my character?

wild onyx
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If you like! Do bear in mind this server prohibits the publication of AI generated art. If you've got some of your own work, you can share it in #dnd-arts-and-crafts .

hardy ember
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What should I join as a first game?

wild onyx
toxic igloo
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i think they mean what campaign is good for new comers

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im assuming

hardy ember
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Aye

toxic igloo
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sorry

hardy ember
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I meant yes

toxic igloo
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oh

hardy ember
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Mb

toxic igloo
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it’s fine

wild onyx
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A game will usually say if they're open to newcomers or if they prefer someone with prior experience. Most tables are pretty chill with taking new people, as long as you know your way around the Basic Rules and how your own character works.

hardy ember
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Alright!

toxic igloo
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ok thanks

harsh badger
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are there any available slots in a free game for a player sometime soon? (also is that something common/appropriate to look for here?)

smoky adder
harsh badger
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oooo thank you!

willow roost
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👋

smoky adder
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Welcome!

heady hornet
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Hi guys. I‘m wondering if when creating a character, do you have to stick to the „official“ civilizations/ races (Humans/elfs/orcs etc.) or can you also make up some new creature that’s sticking to typical attributes of some established character type if necessary?
Sorry for the wall of text

smoky adder
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That's ultimately something you'd have to discuss with your DM.

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They might let you simply reflavor one of the existing races: use the same rules but simply change the way it's described.

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If you want to play a mousefolk, for example, you might decide the features of the halfling race make a good fit.

wild onyx
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Variant human is always an idea.

smoky adder
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So you'd write down the halfling rules and then just call yourself mouse.

woven heath
smoky adder
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You could also conceivably create a race with own brand new mechanics.

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We'd call that a homebrew race.

urban lava
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Hey there

smoky adder
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But I wouldn't recommend it to start.

urban lava
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Im incredibly new to DND and I want to learn

smoky adder
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And certainly not without your DM's permission first.

smoky adder
urban lava
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How to make a character and if there's anyone who would help

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I have a sheet but I'm still fuzzy on it

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Because when my party made characters I kinda got ignored

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Any ideas?

subtle phoenix
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Ah so I see

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So is the attack roll tied to any stats

wheat crystal
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Yes the attack roll is usually tied to either your Strength or your Dexterity (for melee/ranged weapon attacks, depending on the weapon(

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You should review this section of the basic rules

smoky adder
smoky adder
toxic igloo
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question

smoky adder
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Attacks with spells use your spellcasting ability: INT, WIS, or CHA depending on your class.

subtle phoenix
toxic igloo
# toxic igloo question

is there such thing as a martial arts character? like a character that only uses martial arts no spells no weapons just hands

wheat crystal
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There’s the monk class

true musk
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Yes. The monk class.

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There is also the unarmed fighting style for fighters.

humble cradle
wheat crystal
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If you want no magical features whatsoever (since Ki is technically magical) you can play another martial class and pick up the unarmed fighting style or pick a race with a natural weapon

smoky adder
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Ki is described as magical.

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You could simply change the way it's described for your own character.

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Within the actual game rules, it's not considered magical.

toxic igloo
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mhm

smoky adder
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It can still be used within an antimagic field, for example.

toxic igloo
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i just wanna be a one eyed muay thai fighter tbh

smoky adder
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Do it!

toxic igloo
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i will when i eventually get into a campaign :p

neon lichen
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Hello

north pebble
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Howdy

solemn umbra
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pretzel!

neon lichen
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I wish to find a beginner friendly game with a DM who can handle my idiocy and lack of knowledge and experience when it comes to D&D.

north pebble
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Me toooo

solemn umbra
neon lichen
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I jumped straight into one with a friend that was nonstandard (RWBY themed) and with VERY experienced (and nerdy) players and I was WAY out of my league.

north pebble
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Thank you Ryan

fringe gulch
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I had a friend start at level 7 or sth lmao

neon lichen
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We started at level 5

fringe gulch
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She picked it up quickly tho

neon lichen
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And when I say experienced, I mean that they were playing for years and knew the rules very, very well

fringe gulch
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That's not a problem imo

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Im i guess it could be confusing

solemn umbra
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I'd think beginning you'd want to start at level 3. it's enough in the way of things you don't worry too much about instant death, but not enough to have to memorize or know your way around so many attributes

fringe gulch
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But you'll also learn the rules quicker ig

neon lichen
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I was very confused and didn't know what to do half the time

fringe gulch
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Just punch

neon lichen
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Roleplay comes to hard to me and, while I had watched RWBY since the day it came out, I was very rusty on the lore

fringe gulch
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Whats RWBY ?

neon lichen
fringe gulch
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I wish i could do that

fringe gulch
neon lichen
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Find the correct grimoire and cast the appropriate incantations.

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Honestly, a TES themed game would be great since I am already quite familiar with the lore and I am quite invested in it.

true musk
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

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

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

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

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

frozen sphinx
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any paladin veterans out there who have any insight into the class for someone looking to try it out?

solemn umbra
frozen sphinx
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honestly both, I have only very briefly played a character at all, I've always been a dm. I'm interested in knowing things like what skills are good/what to think about when leveling if you hjave any knowledge there?

solemn umbra
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from an RP perspective, I like reading through the sub-classes and understanding what might make it fun for me.

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from a play style, I tend to gravitate toward front line skills that I can use to play a larger than life fighter that's been more or less feverent in their application of religion.

frozen sphinx
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thank you!! I'll keep these in mind when making the paladin character I have been thinking about (:

solemn umbra
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what draws you to a paladin? or what draws your character?

true musk
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For mechanically building a character effectively, stop by #optimization .

iron wharf
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I've a question, how hard to find a game in this server?

echo kelp
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That said, D&D games typically aren't an easy "pickup" type game and it may take days/weeks/months to get a game organized.

iron wharf
echo kelp
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Let's be careful with single-post reacts/stickers - they can be an accessibility challenge for folks. Thanks!

keen dome
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Hello

tough stump
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when I buy the monsterbook, Essentials Kit, Starter Book and the Playersbook for the start.
is it good?

true musk
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The Monster Monster Manual, Essentials Kit, and Starter set only needed if you are going to be the DM.

echo kelp
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I'd suggest trying the game with just the free basic rules first and if you like it, invest in other materials

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tough stump
true musk
harsh fjord
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Or Stormwreck Isle, depending on which Starter Set you grab. Same advice, though!

tough stump
true musk
true musk
tough stump
true musk
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It includes with a physical copy of the free basic rules but again, you can already access that on dnd beyond for free.

keen edge
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How long does a game of dnd usually last?

harsh fjord
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Do you mean a session or an adventure?

keen edge
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Adventure

true musk
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I'd say the essential kit would be worth it for players because it comes with physical cards that explain parts of the game that you can have on hand while you play.

harsh fjord
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It depends on how often you play, how long for, and how large the adventure. Some can be done in one session, others can take a dozen or so, while others can be close to (or even well into) triple digits.

keen edge
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Ah so it just depends...

harsh fjord
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Yep!

keen edge
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Alright

tough stump
harsh fjord
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The Basic Rules have less than the Player’s Handbook, so if you can read the PHB, you’re set!

tough stump
tough stump
harsh fjord
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I haven’t played either, but folks report very good experiences with both!

real raven
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Hey, just kinda got back into the hobby of playing, was wondering if anyone has potentially a 'smallish' discord I could join, feel free to dm me if you have any questions.

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steep fractal
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Hey there! Coming to D&D from all these funny reddit stories online, and I'm interested in actually trying out the game. Anything I should know or do as a complete newcomer?

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merry ginkgo
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Hi people, does anyone know what edition of DnD the Drowns are in? I'm looking for it for the Roll20 character template, a friend is a drown and in the fifth edition template only the high elves appear from the elf subrace, helppp

harsh fjord
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Do you mean drow?

merry ginkgo
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yup

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the dark elf

harsh fjord
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You would need to have access to the Player’s Handbook for the drow rules.

merry ginkgo
harsh fjord
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Then that’s a Roll20 question. Folks in #third-party may be able to help, but their Discord would be my recommended next stop.

merry ginkgo
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oh ty

crimson pivot
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Anyone know will we get a new starter set with the new edition in the next month?

warped flint
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Hello everyone I'm LFG to join. I'm new and don't know how to play

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stable dust
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Hello everyone! I'm extremely new. Hoping to learn and find a group to play with 💜

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left heath
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Hii

tame parcel
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🤔

inner sandal
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ay yo hows everyone doing?

lyric fjord
warped flint
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hello

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question how do I find a group who would welcome a newbie

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cosmic patio
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I would also like to find a game

granite bloom
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you can search in the #looking-for-players for game listings that say they are new-player friendly :)

warped flint
cosmic patio
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Definitely!

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I'm a newbie too

granite bloom
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(correcting my post rq, sorry if i directed you to the wrong place - looking for players has listings from dms looking for people to join their games)

warped flint
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lol I don't even know how to play sadly

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warped flint
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ok

granite bloom
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the basic rules are free online and they're linked in the bot message above

warped flint
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ok I'll look over this

cosmic patio
warped flint
twilit kernel
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Hello, I'm new. Played like twice

peak seal
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is it just me or is scheduling is a pain in the but

thorn lantern
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Hii I’m new. Only played one campain 🙂

thorn lantern