#dnd-newcomers

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exotic remnantBOT
lone stag
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Hey I’m new and I’m about to make my first ever character just to get the feel, should I start at LV 1, 3, or 5

echo kelp
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Start with level 1 and get to grips with the basics.

lone stag
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Ok thanks

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Oh yeah I’m online so is DnD beyond a good place to make characters or should I use paper

echo kelp
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Check with your DM/group as they may have a preferred toolset/approach to handling character sheets but DnDBeyond is fine to use and try out (and it's widely used).

lone stag
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Umm, wtf is the reason that there’s only 4 classes without legacy

echo kelp
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Do note that you'll be limited to the character options available in the free basic rules unless you've purchased the book on DnDBeyond or unless you're part of a DnDBeyond campaign that has content sharing enabled and folks in the campaign have additional books.

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The new 2024 basic rules - as of right now - only have 4 class options. This is just a preview and is expected to grow with the release of a new updated System Reference Document (SRD) which will update the 2024 free basic rules.

lone stag
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How do I turn it off?

echo kelp
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Under the Character Options, toggle on the Legacy mode to show the 2014 character options from the free basic rules

swift rose
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I just spawned.

primal sigil
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Hey guys Im brand new (never played before) but ive been wanting to learn really bad. I am in need of any advice anybody is willing to give me at all. I do not have any people that I know that play so its all very very new to me

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fallen surge
patent jasper
swift rose
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I have the 5e starter set (green box?) never played before, want to join anything though.

mellow plinth
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What is passive investigation for?

smoky adder
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Passive scores are purely a DM tool. They're not anything a player can ever choose to use.

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But a DM could use them to represent the average of a check made repeatedly over time.

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Or when simply asking for a roll might inadvertently reveal information.

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I.E. asking for an investigation roll (unprompted) might clue players in that there's something there worth investigating

mellow plinth
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Ah ok thanks!

midnight leaf
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What do I get first to play DND?

fallen surge
worldly rapids
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is there a way to play DND solo?

glass summit
# worldly rapids is there a way to play DND solo?

Not officially, but I have heard of homebrew and adventure modules here and there that make a pretty good attempt at it. I don't know any specifics sorry.

If you're looking for a system specifically designed for solo or duet play, #third-party could probably hit you up.
To get you started this reddit thread from a year ago seems to have some great suggestions.

worldly rapids
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hey man thanks for the reply, i’ll be sure to give the reddit a look at man.

I just find it scary meeting new people to play with aha.

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Also would anyone know any good 2 player one shots?

quick leaf
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Hi guys I’m like semi new to dnd, I understand how it works and have played a couple dnd video games like bg3. I’m super interested in getting into the real deal but just have no one else that’s interested. Is it possible ti join games or how does this work?

worldly rapids
exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

lyric moon
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HI 🙂

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nova thorn
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Hey I'm new and I wanna find a group to play with is there anyone who will let me join

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
clever yarrow
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Hello I have a group and we are looking for a DM as we do not have one i hope this sever will help me find a DM and help me learn more about D&D.

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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lime shard
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Hey new player here looking for an online group to play with .. not long started playing and so far can't get enough!

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
warped pelican
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Someone please help I’m having problems posting on Find players

echo kelp
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What happens when you type /looking-for and then select players?

warped pelican
echo kelp
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Huh. Might be Discord glitching. Try reinstalling your Discord client and see if that clears things up.

warped pelican
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I did it !

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Just couldn’t close discord

hoary quest
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any other new person wanna talk about characters and campaigns in PMs (message me or ping)? if not all good, i just don't wanna flood a channel

worn sable
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Hello

true musk
hoary quest
echo kelp
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I will say it's a bit odd to ask people to direct message you to chat rather than chat in #character-discussion where everyone can participate.

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Or even if you have your own Discord server you could advertise it in #looking-for-community and have a channel on your server specifically for chatting characters there.

true musk
hoary quest
lime robin
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One message removed from a suspended account.

wheat crystal
white oxide
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Does anybody have any tips for beginning dungeon Masters?

brave loom
ornate swift
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hello i am new and i am trying to find a group that is willing to teach a newcomer

obsidian oriole
ornate swift
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ok thank you

lyric fjord
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Level 0 Wizard LFG.
Be Kind and Rewind

waxen fox
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Okay. So. I am trying to find a way to make a post the right way and the help channel told me to go ask my question here. Cuz the thing is.
I am part of a group of 5 people and we are looking for a new DM because the one we had before while at first spotty suddenly went and died on us. Like. 2 months zero contact.
So how do I best go and find a new DM for our group? Cuz we would hate to split up.

stuck hazel
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Hello everyone! I don’t know where to ask it and as I’m still green in all of it I thought this is the best place, where do people usually play dnd? Do you find people where you live or do you play it online? if online could someone give me advice where to find party and Dm, thank you to everyone in advance

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
wild onyx
pearl steppe
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Sorry but what is a good and free vtt

fresh fable
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I’ve heard owlbear rodeo is quite good maybe someone in #third-party could recommend it better

pearl steppe
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Ok thanks

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Really appreciate

eternal crater
harsh fjord
# white oxide Does anybody have any tips for beginning dungeon Masters?

Read this guide (https://howtogm.guide/) and check out Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlUk42GiU2guNzWBzxn7hs8MaV7ELLCP_). Those should help get you started. There are a bunch of other resources as you encounter new challenges as well.

My list of tips: ⁠#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!

harsh fjord
tacit sundial
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I want to start to dm, what is a good place to start and to learn how to dm?

obtuse vector
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Well, observing games is one thing you can do. Learning off of other dms is a good place to start.

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Always remember that you are the dm and what you say goes. It helps to talk to your players about what they can and can't do. Giving options is good as well, but don't let toxic players walk all over you either.

fallen surge
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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
fallen surge
harsh fjord
buoyant sigil
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Hello!! I just joined the D&D club at my school, it'll be my first time ever playing! Can I maybe get some tips and pointers? And could I also get some feedback on my character? I only have a brief idea so far but I wanna know if it's good and I should keep building on it or if I should scrap her all together.

Thank you!! falinnervous

smoky adder
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What kind of character did you have in mind?

buoyant sigil
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I wanted to be a winged elf and a paladin! No clue if winged elves exist in the basegame or if they're homebrew or something but that's what I was looking into!!

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I read somewhere that they were called "avariels"!

smoky adder
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There's no official winged elf, at least.

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There are other flying races that you could likely just describe as being an elf instead, though.

buoyant sigil
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Oooh alright! Thank you!! farlynyay

smoky adder
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Ultimately whether homebrew is allowed is up to your group.

buoyant sigil
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Gotcha!

smoky adder
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Paladins are fun, though, if you want a mix between weapons and spells.

buoyant sigil
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Yeah!! I couldn’t choose between weapons or spells and thought paladins would be a good middle ground!

tacit sundial
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Thank you for the replies, I'm surely going to browse through things

jovial ermine
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Can someone explain why the dm guide isn’t being released today? Do you not need that and the rulebook to run a “new” campaign?

mortal garden
jovial ermine
short briar
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Hi all, I have a couple of quick questions. I'm completely new to D&D and have only been learning how to play for the past two days by watching some YouTube videos. I noticed on D&D Beyond that you can buy a bundle for both the physical and digital versions of the Player's Handbook.

So my questions are: Is the Player's Handbook the best place for me to start? If so, why would someone want both the physical and digital versions?

smoky adder
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Some people prefer reading through a paper book, or just want it as a collectible.

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And then still want the convenience of D&D Beyond’s digital tools.

short briar
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So say I manage to find a group to play with online, having the digital version is helpful during play?

eternal crater
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yeah so with the digital copies you will have access to all the sources the book provides in character creation

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with physical, you won't

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honestly if playing online most DM's will share their sources

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so as a DM with Master Tier, my players can use all the books I own

wheat crystal
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You can also use the free basic rules which are linked in this channel’s pins if you wanted to read the essentials w/o paying yet

eternal crater
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Yeah I agree, I'd honestly wait... use the free stuff until you know you really like it

short briar
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I think if I want to get started and actually play it will have to be online to start, I moved to Corpus Christi, Texas somewhat recently so do not have a friends group here, and from what I can tell, searching meet up etc there doesn't really seem to be active groups here to play in person.

Ok, I'll start by reading the basic rules and then try to make a character just to get in to the process.

eternal crater
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DnD can be an expensive hobby, fortunately my players bribe me with free food for the books and service as a DM I provide lol

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Have you tried facebook groups or gone to a local game/comic shop?

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I've had luck with both in person and online in those places

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"StartPlaying" is also a paid to play online site

short briar
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I'm not so worried about spending the $60 for the player handbook with the digital version, I'm just unsure of if thats the best place to start. I'd like to gain knowledge before I try to find a group to play with so I know at least something first.

I looked at the events at the two local game stores and they all seemed to be for magic, which I also have never played. Nothing D&D related. FB I haven't tried. I'll chek there now, see if there is anything.

eternal crater
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yeah the PHB is the best place to start

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the DMG and MM are for the DM's so for players the PHB is the most important

short briar
eternal crater
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welcome!

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Might want to try the MtG event anyways... could find people also interested in DnD, I know my partner and I play both.

short briar
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I've honestly never even looked at the game. I'll watch some youtube on it and see what's it about.

eternal crater
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It's a fun card game... think DnD meets Yu Gi Oh

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anyways the main thing is for networking, a lot of us DnD players at least in my area go to MtG events also

short briar
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That's good to know. I feel like such a noob though, just started looking at D&D. I spent all my life as a pc gamer mainly playing things like Eve Online that moving in to TTRPG seems daunting! But I have the itch and want to see what I've been missing out on all these years.

narrow lintel
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All hail to all of the Elder DM,

Is there any youtube clips for me to fufill my big ahh hole in the knowledge of being a DM?

eternal crater
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I'm a gamer also... two games that may help with a DnD fix would be Solasta and BG3, they are based off 5e but with some rules changed and homebrewed

eternal crater
harsh fjord
narrow lintel
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Is there a pyramid of being a DM?

eternal crater
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I like the Dungeon Dudes content

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but that's more of in general than how to actually run

harsh fjord
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Not especially. But worrying about designing a campaign before you've even done a session is probably cart before horse.

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As an example.

eternal crater
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My suggestion would be run a module for the first couple times or a one shot

narrow lintel
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Well, I'm aiming to run a oneshot based on "Fight Club" movie,

I got the script ready but I'm still worry that the player gonna cook up some Billy Butcher diabolical stuff that could end the session in literally 26 minutes...

harsh fjord
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Agreed. I've been DMing for three years and I still prefer modules. Game design and prep is a lot of work, so anything to reduce the workload is more appealing. I already have limited free time as it is.

eternal crater
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my DM burnt out and wanted to play.. so I ran a couple one shots... now I'm the DM running campaigns LOL

narrow lintel
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Any tips to cover situation and roleplaying character?

harsh fjord
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What do you mean by situation?

narrow lintel
harsh fjord
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Right, but that doesn't clarify what you mean by "cover situation."

eternal crater
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I mean when prepping I just give my NPC a personality type

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"angry at life bartender"

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"flirty old wench"

narrow lintel
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I've seen some beginner DM having trouble with that...

eternal crater
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ah I mean for the most part you can always lead them back

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just throw in clues

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through your NPC

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but if they just want to explore I allow it, throw in a random encounter and on the bodies they find a clue leading them back

harsh fjord
# narrow lintel Like they just somehow fell of the rail of the original mission then just wander...

For one, players will probably go a little off the rails, but part of the unspoken social contract is they'll pursue the adventure you prepared. And you can talk directly about this above the table and prior to playing (what we call a session zero, to discuss expectations and such).

Two, you probably won't be good at rerouting right away. I'm not sure there are any tips beyond doing the best you can, like if the clue was originally in place X, it's now wherever the party is going. Be flexible.

eternal crater
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yeah session 0 is very important

harsh fjord
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As for roleplaying characters, you can be minimal about it (like Celt said, just a description of disposition and job). You can also create motivation: if you know what someone wants, you can use that to determine how they'll act in almost any situation.

narrow lintel
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Oh yeah, anothet stuff,

Like in my country, people tend to play DnD with Rol20 but my laptop is weak for that site,

Then I switch to Avrae and Owlbear but sometime I have troubled with the Avrae keep saying "Need to like your account" while I was linked into it

Any suggestion?

harsh fjord
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Also, not every NPC needs to speak in dialogue. You can just say, "The person you stop points you in the proper direction."

harsh fjord
narrow lintel
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Thanks

eternal crater
narrow lintel
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Must I fully mastered the Avrae command bot to become an online DM?

harsh fjord
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I've never used Avrae as a DM.

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So no, not necessary in the least.

eternal crater
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me either

smoky adder
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Agreed, but I love it anyway.

narrow lintel
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Thanks you guys

smoky adder
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I use it to DM even my in-person games.

harsh fjord
eternal crater
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lol

narrow lintel
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You guys have any must-have app, web, tool for an Online DM?

eternal crater
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I only DM in person as of now

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as a player online both my DM's use foundry

harsh fjord
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For communication, Discord. For VTT, Owlbear. For dice, my players use different methods, but I trust them. I know there are sites to create rooms so rolls can be public.

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And all my players use PDF character sheets, which they also send to me so I can approve them.

eternal crater
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yeah discord for chat and foundry for maps

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that's why I like DDB, allows me to check my players character sheet

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and lets them use my sources for character creation

vapid furnace
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I'm learning how to use Alchemy VTT. For dice, I'll let them roll physical dice or use the one in the program.

naive bear
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hiiii

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yamallllss

mellow sable
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hi im new 🤚

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also is mage armor a spell i cant find it in the 2024 players hanbook

harsh fjord
mellow sable
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then why does warlock have a cantrip of being able to cast it without a spell slot and still cant learn it

smoky adder
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They have invocation that allows that, not a cantrip.

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But it isn't otherwise on the Warlock spell list.

mellow sable
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oh i forgot it was innovacations

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but thanks for telling

smoky adder
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Given that warlocks have a much more limited number of spell slots, Mage Armor wouldn't generally be a great use of those spell slots anyway.

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The free casting through the invocation is much more valuable.

mellow sable
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ok

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reason i asked cuz im tryin to prepare finding a game tomorrow but i dont want to take too much time making the character and learning the rules mid game

smoky adder
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That's what this channel's here for. Ask away!

mellow sable
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thanks

shell tartan
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if i’ve never played, but i’m wanting to. am i crazy for starting off with a wizard class?

harsh fjord
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While wizard is probably among the more complex classes, if you're excited to play it, go for it. All classes are learnable with time and patience.

mellow sable
shell tartan
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unfortunately i unintentionally tend to make things complicated lol. but no, at least not right off the bat.

mellow sable
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what is the most important to know about warlock

harsh fjord
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I'm not sure there's one single thing since warlocks are pretty customizable. #character-discussion may give better insights!

mellow sable
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thanks

smoky adder
winged vapor
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Hello, how does preparing an action work

harsh fjord
winged vapor
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Im still playing the 2014 rules

harsh fjord
winged vapor
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Ty <3

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Also, what are opportunity attacks

harsh fjord
winged vapor
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Tysm :D

agile ocean
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Hello 😄 Me and a group of friends want to try DnD. I bought the Essential Kit. They choose me as the DM, and I feel kinda overwhelmed with everything. I have watched some videos and read the book. Is there any chance any1 could help me out a bit and give me some tips? I want us to have a nice first experience with DnD, since all of us always wanted to try

harsh fjord
stoic frigate
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hey im new to this and just wounderd if there are any campain insperations out there

harsh fjord
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Can you clarify what you mean?

stoic frigate
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if there are any sites that have templates for a campaign

harsh fjord
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Nothing that's recommended in the community so far as I know because everyone prepares differently. You may get some suggestions in #dm-discussion, though!

stoic frigate
warped verge
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I can imagine you see about a hundred messages like this a day but i would love to learn how to play some DnD and maybe even find a group to play with eventually. I know theres a chat for finding groups but id rather have atleast a slim idea of what im doing before I try and find a group. anyone have any advice for someone entirely new to this?

exotic remnantBOT
warped verge
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bless

terse talon
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Any tips on overcoming social anxiety when looking for a group? I freeze up everytime I look at the find a game channel.

echo kelp
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Well D&D is a game so if you go in focused on that - that you're meant to have fun, to have your characters do sometimes silly/stupid/awkward stuff (within reason), and work together to tell a fun story... does that help you feel better about trying it out?

stoic frigate
smoky adder
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It's definitely possible to play D&D by text.

echo kelp
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You could also look for games that are play by post (PBP). These tend to be slower paced (as in you need to write out what your character is doing rather than vocally explain it) and thus a little less stress on the "how do I look/sound in front of others" that other D&D games may be.

smoky adder
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You might also consider joining what's called a One Shot -- a game that lasts only a single session.

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Since there's no lasting consequences, those can be a good low-pressure way to give it a try.

eternal crater
fresh pumice
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Hi all! I’m new to DnD and just wondering how I go about finding a group of people to play with? Is it done on discord?

eternal crater
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a lot of online games are done over discord and a VTT(foundry. roll20, aboveVTT)

fresh pumice
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What is a VTT? Virtual table top? I have downloaded Roll20 but don’t really understand it

eternal crater
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yes

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virtual table top

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do you plan on DMing or being a player?

fresh pumice
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Possibly both - I’d love to be a player but with my irl friend group I think I’ll be the DM for the first few games

eternal crater
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Most of the work is on the DM's and usually will explain to players how to use it... I've only used Foundry and as a player... I DM in person games and we use dry erase markers and battle mats

fresh pumice
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Ah so for an in person game they are best?

lavish coral
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is Tabletop Simulator a common way to host D&D?

fresh pumice
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I didn’t know whether to use a laptop

eternal crater
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it all depends, some in person group still play with laptops and VTT... I don't or haven not yet... but yeah it's up to you on how you want to do it

eternal crater
eternal crater
finite sphinx
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Hello!

fresh pumice
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when using roll20 or dnd beyond maps, how do i get the gridlines over the battlemaps? ive found the map for stormwreck isle on reddit but cant get lines on it

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which will impact combat etc when moving around?

echo kelp
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This question would be best asked on Roll20's forums/support channels or in #third-party

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This channel is more for new-to-D&D folks to get started with the core game rules and mechanics

round kindle
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Is questions about the server proper to be asked here?

echo kelp
heady crown
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Do DMs ever run a campaign twice a week? once a week just aint enough

echo kelp
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Some folks do have multiple sessions in a week. Others play on wedtmarch/community servers where there may be daily game sessions composed of ad hoc groups.

pure moon
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Hello

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Can someone tell me what's the difference between the three main casting classes? Wizards, Sorcerers and Warlocks?

wheat crystal
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You’re forgetting Clerics, but there are many many differences between the 4 on a mechanical and narrative level

mortal garden
wheat crystal
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Have you read the free rules on each class yet? They’re in this channels pins and they go over the details of each of the four “full-casters”

pure moon
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I see, I'll read the pins.

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Wait i don't see the pins

wheat crystal
pure moon
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Nvm it was just discord being buggy

wheat crystal
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Ah kk, linked them as well in case there was an issue

torpid radish
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how do i make a character

pure moon
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Are "Prepared" spells a one time cast each day?

glass summit
wheat crystal
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Prepared spells are basically the selection of spells you have available to cast each day as long as you have spell slots to cast them. You usually get to select what you prepare from the larger amount of spells you know (except for sorcerer, whose prepared spells = spells known)

Here’s a link to the basic rules section on prepared spells and spellcasting in general

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/free-rules/spells#CastingSpells

finite sphinx
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How would I make a better and unique personality, I try to make one but they always come out pretty basic. All I know is that I want my moral to be true neutral

wheat crystal
# torpid radish how do i make a character

Welcome! You can check the channel pins as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules! I recommend watching the linked Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role which is a great supplement to the rules. While it can be nice to find a DM that is willing to teach newbies, it’s most helpful if you can meet them halfway or further to ease their burden.

Don't worry about memorizing everything, but be familiar with character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also recommend making a character as you go along for rules practice. After that, try finding a game! In this server there's #find-a-game (read the instructions carefully!). Otherwise fellow user iamrazorwing has made a guide to using as many resources as possible to find both in-person and online games. Being blind may make the game a little more difficult, but plenty of people with disabilities have fun with this game. I would be upfront about it when you apply to a game so your DM can work with you to make the game more enjoyable (i.e. braille character sheets, more tactile maps, aiding you with rolls, etc).

You can also get feedback on your character in #character-discussion or #optimization depending on the nature of feedback you want. And of course, feel free to ask any additional questions here!

wheat crystal
finite sphinx
pure moon
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If I'm understanding this right, prepared spells are the spells available for me to cast, and spell slots are the amount of times I can cast them?

At level 1, a Wizard can only cast 2 level 1 Spells a day, is that right?

wheat crystal
# finite sphinx Right now I have that my character is kind, social, and love to explore things a...

In my opinion, that’s perfectly fine! I would say to give it depth, think about how these personality traits would mix and manifest in the narrative. For example, your character is both sociable and untrusting- how would that work out when adventuring? What would their inclination to explore have them do in a dungeon or during downtime?

As an aside “untrusting” as a character trait can be finicky to navigate as your character does need to be part of an adventuring party, which requires some level of interpersonal trust. As with any flaw, make sure it contributes to the development of your character while not being a hinderance to your party.

With that quality specifically, a good way to go about it is to have your character be skeptical in a way that benefits the party. You’re untrusting, so you always want to investigate deals and mission details to ensure your party is never in a bad spot. You might spend extra time prepping defensive tools to avoid traps or to protect you/your party in the event of danger.

pure moon
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It says some items (like spell scrolls) allow casting spells without needing to use up a spell slot. Are these items one time use?

tough osprey
pure moon
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i see, ty

wheat crystal
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For example, the Staff of the Woodlands (DMG p.204)

finite sphinx
finite sphinx
wheat crystal
sand stirrup
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I am new i have no idea how to play

finite sphinx
finite sphinx
sand stirrup
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yep and what the dragon army even is

pale depot
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I'm semi new but I was wondering if it's ok for a teifling warlock to you a bow for there main weapon

sand stirrup
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I am realy exited actualy to learn and star playinf (:

finite sphinx
sand stirrup
pale depot
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I wanted my first class to be warlock any tips you can give me ?

finite sphinx
wheat crystal
wheat crystal
wheat crystal
# sand stirrup I am new i have no idea how to play

Welcome! You can check the channel pins as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules! I recommend watching the Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role which is a great supplement to the rules. While it can be nice to find a DM that is willing to teach newbies, it’s most helpful if you can meet them halfway or further to ease their burden.

Don't worry about memorizing everything, but be familiar with character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also recommend making a character as you go along for rules practice. After that, try finding a game! In this server there's #find-a-game (read the instructions carefully!). Otherwise fellow user iamrazorwing has made a guide to using as many resources as possible to find both in-person and online games. Being blind may make the game a little more difficult, but plenty of people with disabilities have fun with this game. I would be upfront about it when you apply to a game so your DM can work with you to make the game more enjoyable (i.e. braille character sheets, more tactile maps, aiding you with rolls, etc).

You can also get feedback on your character in #character-discussion or #optimization depending on the nature of feedback you want. And of course, feel free to ask any additional questions here!

thick fable
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Hello, I just got started recently on dnd, my experience is comprised of BG3 and divinity playthroughs, I wanted to get started but I'm a bit lost, I see gms posting recruitment for players but it's always for experienced people (leveled characters) so I don't think I can join, should I just wait for a beginner friendly gm post or should I look elsewhere, thanks

finite sphinx
wheat crystal
slim juniper
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OK newbie here but i do know some basics not much though. You see I was thinking of doing it like everyone else was doing it and making a character, learning the game, etc but It didn't feel... unique enough so here I think I need to know what is possible. You see i was thinking I would be a being of power and its form being the Divine General Wheel and their limitation were the DMs themself of course my role of the sorts were to be a hefty hand for the DM to be a enemy, ally, a member, or maybe even a lore point in their world meaning many forms are at my disposal but people will see the Divine General Wheel over my head or neck or back when I take form or take possession of a physical thing or living thing. Still I will be stuck at level 1 until I get proper experience of everything and even when am in a form I can talk to the DM and they of course have almost complete control over me (oh no) they can make me know what happens next can order me not to do anything about it or not say anything about it but still there are limitations to their control like i can leave their realm whenever i want to and go to other realm with the different DM. I thought a lot about this because I think it would be fun to be something like this and have lots of history behind my back in the future.

dim herald
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Hii!! I'm completely new to dnd. I have heard of it for a long time and the idea of building caraters and everything else makes me wanna try it! I'm a little slow and don't really know the meaning of some words like "carisma" as English is my second language and would love someone to explain to me what some of the words mean! :]

sand stirrup
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Hi i only know about dnd that we have dice to dice some random events avents and that its a prety mucch a lot of personality and dessigions

wheat crystal
# slim juniper OK newbie here but i do know some basics not much though. You see I was thinking...

Your idea is largely outside of the scope of the rules and intended narrative of D&D. The game is a collaborative story-telling RPG, which I would check out #learn-to-play . In general there isn’t a way to accommodate your character idea for a few reasons:

  • Being a “being of power” (i.e. quasi-diety) is generally too high of a powerscale for a character, let alone a level 1. With this concept you’ll also run into a high risk of “main character syndrome” where your backstory is presented as significantly more grand and/or important than other PCs.
  • Introducing a new divine concept into a D&D setting or the DM’s homebrew setting
  • Switching between ally/enemy/NPC “lorepoint” (unsure what you mean by that) when the game is about adventuring in a party with fellow players.
  • Having possession abilities
  • Having a DM have primary control over your character
  • Unlimited planar travel
  • Using the same character across different DMs at will (generally it’s 1 character per player per campaign) and you usually can’t just port a character from one campaign into someone else’s at will.

Given all of this, as before I would reset the drawing board and check out #learn-to-play to figure out what D&D’s all about. It’ll have a link to the free basic rules as well as introductory information on what’s possible as well as give a vibe as to the typical fantasies the game plays into.

wheat crystal
wheat crystal
# dim herald Hii!! I'm completely new to dnd. I have heard of it for a long time and the idea...

Charisma is the “social” stat so to speak. It dictates how well you can navigate social encounters with skills like Persuasion & Deception. At a broader level it’s the stat that represents your “force of personality,” a term used to describe how powerful your sense of “self” is as it connects to the aforementioned sociability as well as in a more magical sense to the universe at large

sand stirrup
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By the way Star,can i join your comunity or can you help me find one?

wheat crystal
dim herald
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Ohh!! Tyyy!! I was like trying to figure it out on Google with like "he is very carasmatic" but I was thinking it met something else since it's like a magic world and stuff? 😵‍💫 also what kind of limitations are there to character creation? Like is there a limit to where it becomes... too much? Or like can I do whatever I want with the character? Obviously stats have their limitations im assuming from dm to dm its different also like you aren't like a overpowered overlord that can't take dmg or sum like that >w<

sand stirrup
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I know i may be anoing but i still dont understand how to find a group if i dont have an freand in real life

wheat crystal
dim herald
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Creating a character is the most fun part!!! Im an artist and honestly would love to draw other people's characters like I'll do it for free but honestly it doesn't feel right unless I've played the game yk?

wheat crystal
sand stirrup
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Fellow newbi who search a group ,if your searching a comunity lets creat one .

wheat crystal
mossy crystal
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Hi guys

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What you mean

eternal crater
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My experience in finding new games to join was in DnD facebook groups or going to the local game/comic shop

echo kelp
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Hey folks - do not solicit/search for games inside the discussion channels. Please read #find-a-game to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels to find a group/organize a game.

dim herald
echo kelp
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Very much a discussion for your group

dim herald
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No no like everyone

eternal crater
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Yeah in one group I’m in one of the players draws all of our characters it with permission

sand stirrup
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Ok sorry star i weant on the site but i have no idea how i am supozed to search

mossy crystal
sand stirrup
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Well its juust confusng the steps to find a group

eternal crater
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Yeah she’s an awesome artist

mossy crystal
dim herald
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It would be like a comunity wide thing like I would draw people's characters either with them asking me or me asking them because I find their character cool/interesting

mossy crystal
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@dim herald I love the idea

echo kelp
# sand stirrup Ok sorry star i weant on the site but i have no idea how i am supozed to searc...

Read #find-a-game carefully. You use bot commands. For example let's say you created a Discord server and want to create a D&D community to chat D&D and play D&D games together. To advertise that server here you would type /looking-for in any discussion channel (or #find-a-game) and then select community. The bot will give you a form to fill out. Once you fill it out and submit it, it will create a post in #looking-for-community and attach a thread to the post that you can use to provide any further details, clarifications, or corrections.

sand stirrup
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wait wait what sorry i may be a litle be stupd but i am new to discord too...

somber dome
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Should I start taking notes. I too is looking for a group.

mossy crystal
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I wanna binda with people before I jump I. Honestly

sand stirrup
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Tree can

echo kelp
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Like right here.

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Then pick community

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Then fill out the form the bot give you and hit submit.

somber dome
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/looking for group

echo kelp
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Forgot the -

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/looking-for

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Start with /looking-for

somber dome
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Is there anything should get for pc to make the game run a little smoother besides dice

mossy crystal
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I got b&d beyond

echo kelp
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Have the free basic rules nearby for reference.
Snacks are good.
Taking regular breaks (snacks, drinks, bathroom, and just general checkin - e.g. everyone having fun?)
Make sure to discuss expectations and boundaries - what's appropriate player and character behavior in the game.

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Also okay to pause the game to quickly look up a rule - but also just make a ruling and move the game forward. Can alsways circle back to it after the game to decide how you'd rule it next time.

narrow vale
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how much hp would i have if i'm a lv1 rogue and my constitution is 6?

echo kelp
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The class description in the free basic rules explains how many HP you start with.

narrow vale
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thanks gang

mossy crystal
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I believe I submitted one but how long does it take for a response

peak halo
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Hello, I am new to d&d and would love to learn how to play. create my character and all the good things and maybe bad things that come with it

wheat crystal
tough osprey
wheat crystal
# peak halo Hello, I am new to d&d and would love to learn how to play. create my character ...

Welcome! You can check the channel pins as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules! I recommend watching the Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role which is a great supplement to the rules. While it can be nice to find a DM that is willing to teach newbies, it’s most helpful if you can meet them halfway or further to ease their burden.

Don't worry about memorizing everything, but be familiar with character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also recommend making a character as you go along for rules practice. After that, try finding a game! In this server there's #find-a-game (read the instructions carefully!). Otherwise fellow user iamrazorwing has made a guide to using as many resources as possible to find both in-person and online games. Being blind may make the game a little more difficult, but plenty of people with disabilities have fun with this game. I would be upfront about it when you apply to a game so your DM can work with you to make the game more enjoyable (i.e. braille character sheets, more tactile maps, aiding you with rolls, etc).

You can also get feedback on your character in #character-discussion or #optimization depending on the nature of feedback you want. And of course, feel free to ask any additional questions here!

peak halo
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thank you so much 🙂

fervent bay
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Looking for a campaign

ornate arrow
muted lava
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Good evening, ladies, gentlemen. I am creating a DND server for my friends and I and was wondering if there are any bots or specific channels I should add. Can anyone give me some help?

true musk
muted lava
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Thank you you! I will ask there

keen shale
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Hi

exotic remnantBOT
dire pike
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Newbie here, I read D&D books but new to playing. Anybody interested in helping me make my first character?

glass summit
scarlet wind
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aside from the looking for players channel, its a hit or miss when wanting to ask if they accept brand new people looking to join a session for the very first time. Are there any other places i can look to join people who are accpeting New D&D players for the first time? Some groups here prefer if they have 1 session "under their belt".

true musk
scarlet wind
true musk
# scarlet wind aside from the looking for players channel, its a hit or miss when wanting to as...

For in person games you can:

  • Visit tabletop game shops
  • Visit local conventions
  • Visit your local libraries
  • Visit your school
  • Search Meetup for local play groups.

Online options in this server:

  • Follow the instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to make a post in #looking-for-dm .
  • Reach out to people in the #looking-for-players channel.
  • These posts are by DMs looking for players.
  • Tip: Show that you took the time to read the posting by mentioning aspects of the campaign you find interesting.
  • Tip: Show that DM fun isn't an afterthought by asking what makes the game fun for them.
  • Check out #looking-for-community to find community-style games like West Marches, one-shots, and more
  • If your budget can afford it check out #paid-looking-for-game
  • You should also keep an eye out for the events calendar of the server.

** Adventurers League**

Other options

Overall I am biased and tend to recommend Adventurers League the most to new players.

scarlet wind
glass summit
scarlet wind
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im here to chat and have my questions answered by real people with real advice.

dire pike
glass summit
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Zero's copy pastes are usually good at answer the common questions. But yeah, kind of missed the point of your question on this one

main fulcrum
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Those links/info are real advice TashaLOL

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That's how you find games

dire pike
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Looking to chat (voice) to help me create my first character, hopefully from someone with moderate experience to help guide me

main fulcrum
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There are no voice chats here and you're unlikely to get someone willing to go into a personal voice chat one on one

dire pike
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Ahhh

main fulcrum
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There are simply too many new players for people to offer that kind of personal support

fresh fable
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We tend to link the general advice unless people have specific questions

glass summit
dire pike
fresh fable
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What part of character creation are you struggling with

dire pike
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Well deciding class i suppose

glass summit
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do you have any characters from fantasy media that you've watched/read that could serve as inspiration?

fresh fable
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What’s the character idea how do you see them

dire pike
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Well I’m a fan of juxtaposition.
So in Elder Scrolls I play a tiny woodelf ranger.

fresh fable
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Do you want a melee PC ?someone who who can cast spells? Pure spell caster? Etc

dire pike
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So I was thinking of recreating her in DD but I’m torn if she is a ranger or a rogue

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I suppose she is melee

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Relying on traps and not playing fair

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Like daggers and poison sorta playstyle

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Her name is Azerium

glass summit
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Playing a Ranger would give you access to spells like Snare and Cordon of Arrows, which work as pre-placed traps

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For a Rogue option, the Thief subclass could be a good pick. They get a feature called Fast Hands that lets them use objects with their Bonus Action, which would make arming Hunting Traps, tossing Caltrops, and applying Poisons much easier

dire pike
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Ok rogue it is thanks for the help

small cipher
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hello

pine sierra
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Would anyone have a good direction to make a spellsword like character?

fresh fable
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Bladesinger, swords/valor bard, eldritch knight, paladin, hexblade warlock

pine sierra
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Appreciate it, thank you!

small cipher
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im very new to dnd and dont know much so if anyone invites me to their campian dont expect me to know everything

true musk
glass summit
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@modest canyon #dnd-rules message
I'd first rather look into 'single player ttrpg' systems before resorting to an AI DM. I haven't much experience with single player ttrpg's tbh, but I've had them explained to me and they sound pretty fun

modest canyon
glass summit
true musk
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There are publishers that make single player dnd adventures. One such publisher is called the Obvious Mimic.

lost mountain
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Where can I get a printable character sheet for my new book?

echo kelp
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It's at the end of the Table of Contents in the 2024 Players Handbook on DnDBeyond, last link

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zealous flint
echo kelp
zealous flint
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OK noted

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Whoops had caps

near pawn
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do I have to be in call with others when playing?

pearl steppe
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Is the essentials kit the best thing to buy after the starter set i have starter set dragons of stornwreck isle

pearl steppe
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I think its required for the roleplay aspect of the game you now

wild onyx
pearl steppe
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Is there eney other servers to join for dnd game finding because i have been trying to find a game for 4 days now

near pawn
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is it so hard to find a game? I thought it was easy

pearl steppe
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Haha

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No i cant find a game so i want to search for more different servers

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Maybe game finding specific servers

fresh fable
pearl steppe
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K thx

silent zenith
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How do i find a game?

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

hey I'm sorry but this is my first time posting a LFG post and I needed to edit my post, but I Deleted the thread bc that's what I'm used to on other servers... is there any chance I could have my timer reset or do I really have to wait a week? :/

echo kelp
peak meteor
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Hello! What's up everybody? Noob here. I know pretty much nothing about DnD, but I've heard people talking about their game sessions, and thought that it's SO COOL! I LOVE fantasy. And DnD got a collab with a videogame I like earlier this year. Is there anything I should know before I #find-a-game ?

harsh fjord
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Have you read the rules?

peak meteor
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Of the server? Yes. Of DnD in general? There's an entire encyclopedia of them. I am too intimidated to start

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I just know that fantasy creatures are cool

harsh fjord
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You don't have to memorize it all instantly. Break them down into smaller portions. I ask about your knowledge of the game because you increase your chances of being accepted if you've done some work beforehand. Some folks may be willing to teach, but you can make it easier on them if you know something going in.

peak meteor
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I know that people create their character, make a decision and then roll their dice to decide how successful the decision was. And that there's a dungeon master - someone who plans the general outline of a supposed adventure. Is there a beginner friendly guide?

harsh fjord
peak meteor
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Ooooooh! Thanks, pal! Appreciate that!

tight axle
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Tryna start a dnd group, im fairly new
Looking for anyone interested in daily one shots, and to join a campaign 💯 (dm me if you’re down)

harsh fjord
dusty breach
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Quick question, I definitely want to get into DND, does this Discord do it where you join voice chat and people play, are people okay if theres a spectator that joins and obviously id mute myself just to like...get the idea and vibe, experience it?

wheat crystal
# dusty breach Quick question, I definitely want to get into DND, does this Discord do it where...

This server doesn't have VC, nor do we host games here. We do, however, have #find-a-game as a tool for finding groups. You might find use out of the channel to ask posters (in #looking-for-players , or another relevant channel linked by find-a-game) to spectate. Alternatively, there are plenty of D&D shows, podcasts, liveplays, YT videos, etc on how actual games run (liveplays are probably the most accurate imo) that you can watch in your spare time to get the vibe.

harsh fjord
dusty breach
harsh fjord
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Do not compare yourself or any other game to the professionals.

timid locust
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You are correct that Critical Role has an extraordinarily high budget and production value

fresh fable
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Go watch campaign 1 episode 1 and tell me it’s professional lol

dusty breach
timid locust
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But consider it like this. You wouldn't expect a pickup game at your neighborhood basketball court to look like an NBA game, right? It's all about tempering expectations.

dusty breach
fresh fable
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It’s just a bunch of friends rolling dice around a map drawing on paper

dusty breach
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Is there a staple... errr how to say universal character creator for DND that everyone uses to streamline the process or do people still make their own templates pen and paper and shit?

harsh fjord
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D&D Beyond is especially popular on this server and maybe more widely.

true shard
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Depends on the table but roll 20 and dnd beyond are common

dusty breach
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Is that for character creations or? Im not good with the lingo yet xD

true shard
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Those are websites

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They have character creation

dusty breach
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THANK YOU!

true shard
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Among other things

dusty breach
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OHHHHH HELLO "Find games to join" Thats interesting

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So to preface, as far as anyone knows theres no like universal discord where people go into voice chats and do their campaigns? like a discord hub that hosts? or?

echo kelp
harsh fjord
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Lots of folks link up with others however they can—roping in friends and family, recruiting others online, haunting their local game store—and create their own server for game purposes.

safe basalt
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ola, Im interesting in dnd and want to give it a try, so I go to this discord server

exotic remnantBOT
fallen surge
pure lily
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First time playing Druid, wild shape suggestions?

harsh fjord
spiral shale
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I’m seeking a group to play with. Which channel do I need to go to?

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

tame star
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Hey can anyone help me out? I don't understand how damage is calculated, is it roll to hit, then roll for damage? When a weapon has +4 to hit, does it increase damage or accuracy? How do different proficiency bonuses play into this? How do you even know which die to roll?

cerulean salmon
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It's how good you are at hitting them

cerulean salmon
tame star
exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
spiral shale
lyric fjord
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Oh my discord is very broken

tame star
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When it says hit: 9 damage (2d6+1)

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What does that mean?

opaque forge
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It means you can do the average damage for (2d6+1), which is 9 damage OR you can get out the dice and roll 2d6+1

tame star
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Which is more popular?

wheat crystal
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Whatever you want, there’s no hard or fast rule you have to do one or the other

opaque forge
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The rolling makes for more dramatic encounters, the average makes for faster encounters.

harsh fjord
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Lots of folks like rolling dice, but taking the average is more expedient. I think plenty of DMs use either depending on circumstances.

eternal crater
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Yeah I like to roll dice. 😛

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but if it' a long fight and our session is about to end I may just use average to save some time

weary gale
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man l cant find eny one to play dnd

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

bleak jungle
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Beyond20 gives almost the feeling of rolling dice with the speed of using averages! Combat is so much faster these days!

mossy crystal
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What it mean for heavy role play

fallen surge
# mossy crystal What it mean for heavy role play

Campaigns that have "heavy role play" are ones that focus on story elements like the characters, plot, backstories, relationships, etc.
Campaigns that have "light role play" are ones that focus on non-story elements like combat, dungeon crawling, resource management, finding treasure, etc.

mossy crystal
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Oh whats is in between

fallen surge
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These aren't defined terms. Just general vibes. Someone might say "this campaign has a mix of combat and role play" or something like that, to indicate that its in between. No D&D game would ever have no combat or no role play. Its just a way to define what aspects of the game interest you and what your campaign will focus on a little more

true musk
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Yup. This is why communicating expectations and preferences beforehand is so crucial.
Some don't mind if one or two sessions don't include combat.
While others prefer having at least one combat encounter every two sessions.
These details can make a difference in group compatibility and player engagement.

plucky scaffold
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did the new D&D 2024 book update way of the long death monk at all by chance? not sure how to check

smoky adder
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Nah, it’s Mercy, Shadow, Elements, and Open Hand.

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Since Long Death was from Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide, we could conceivably see an updated version in next year’s Forgotten Realms book.

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But for now, it’s anyone’s guess.

crude pike
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Figured I'd say something before I loose my confidence. Hi.. I've umm never played d&d but have wanted to for so long now. A few years at least. I never knew how to find people to play with or really how to play. I bought this book to try and learn some basics and I think it helped... not had anyone to ask or compare knowledge to. But yeah.... honestly I'm looking for advice and that. Just general d&d knowledge. I think ive made a character. My partner helped. I'm just... very unsure... and nervous.....

worthy heart
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It's ok to be nervous, roleplaying is largely a vibes based thing. It requires safety and trust.

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It's ok to ask questions and I'm sure you'll find folks here and on similar discords that will offer good support

frigid ermine
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So question I’m brand new to dnd and I’ve never done a campaign or played a character but I’m starting as a dm and in beginning on dragons of storm wreck isle is there anything I should be worried about

crystal basin
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I found this chat just now and I’m new and just wanna try it out also I chose Druid cause I thought it would be cool

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spring rock
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Druid is really cool but keep in mind that it’s one of the more complicated classes to play as. Don’t let that deter you though

indigo escarp
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I've played one very bad game on dnd before, our dm wasn't prepared and we had no clue what we were doing, lol. I was looking to join a campaign to learn how to play. my character is a half-elf blood hunter, that lives in the woods. If anyone would be willing to help me learn, would love it!

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
wheat crystal
# indigo escarp I've played one very bad game on dnd before, our dm wasn't prepared and we had n...

Welcome! You can check the channel pins as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules! I recommend watching the Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role which is a great supplement to the rules. While it can be nice to find a DM that is willing to teach newbies, it’s most helpful if you can meet them halfway or further to ease their burden.

Don't worry about memorizing everything, but be familiar with character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also recommend making a character as you go along for rules practice. After that, try finding a game! In this server there's #find-a-game (read the instructions carefully!). Otherwise fellow user iamrazorwing has made a guide to using as many resources as possible to find both in-person and online games.

You can also get feedback on your character in #character-discussion or #optimization depending on the nature of feedback you want. And of course, feel free to ask any additional questions here!

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As an aside, keep in mind that Blood Hunter is a 3rd-Party homebrew class (aka not official), so you’ll need to find a campaign that would approve unofficial content.

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Hi guys! I come from a country that doesn’t really have a lot of DnD players (if any) and always wanted to play (I watched a bit of Critical Roll and also saw Smosh play). If any people here would be willing to let me join their campaign I would be more than happy to join in and do my very best. I am pretty good at the roleplay aspect of it since I used to roleplay when I was younger and had many different characters on GTA FiveM all of them having a different personality and voice behind them. Excited to play!

indigo escarp
atomic comet
median dagger
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Hello

shadow rover
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This community is awesome

sweet lance
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hi guys. how taboo is it to make a character inspired by fiction thats not original. i am going into my first dnd campaign with my friends and i want to make a ranger thats inspired by the rangers apprentice series. she wont be anything like any of the characters but inspired from that world. even though this is something that i want to do i would be willing to come up with something else original if this is viewed as taboo

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umbral glacier
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Hello I’m new to dnd and wanted to know how to make a character if anyone can go into a call and help me step by step that would be lovely bc videos and questions I have to go well together lol

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I tried watching videos but I have so many questions that a video won’t answer or google

tough osprey
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Dndbeyond is a free character creation resource and has some options available. In general, your DM will have access to more content than an individual player would

umbral glacier
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I don’t have a dm I thought I could create one on my own….

tough osprey
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You can using the free options available on dndbeyond. Some options are locked behind payment.

Alternatively you can fill out a physical character sheet if you get your hands on the books like the recent Player's Handbook

tough osprey
plucky scaffold
amber crystal
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Hello y'all I'm tryna launch a campaign called dungeons and Delusions, and I need a DM and three other players

tough osprey
amber crystal
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Yeahhhh, I got no clue how this works

tough osprey
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You can make a post looking for players or looking for DM and write in your pitch

fresh fable
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You may struggle to find a DM to run something you’ve made

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Run it yourself, be the DM of your dreams

slate yacht
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My dm and our entire party are totally beginners. I'm playing a moon druid but I lack finding new beasts to see, so I can shape shift. Still stuck to the bear. Any ideas how I can find better beasts when my dm lacks including them?

wheat crystal
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Whatever Beasts you encounter is up to your DM. Perhaps try asking them to include a more diverse array, or allow you to explore nearby wilderness during downtime

limber sparrow
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hi guys i need to find a good map for free for my camp

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well i only need inside ones please help

wild onyx
clear axle
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How play this game?

fresh fable
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fresh fable
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dndThis here’s some more useful links

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Have a read or watch of the videos if you have any specific questions the nerd collective will descend to aid in whatever way we can

crimson mortar
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Not new to dnd, but looking for a server

remote peak
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Hey, I was wondering if there are any good free websites I can use to have an easier time making my character?

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I tried D&D Beyond, but I noticed that there are a lot of things missing there

edgy onyx
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If you mean races and subclasses, that's due to you not owning the additional content

Any site which offers those for free is due to piracy, and not something you'd get help with (:

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One way is to join a campaign where the DM / party has content sharing on

wild onyx
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But if you're new to the game, try starting with the basic options, see what you can come up with.

cold willow
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I don't come here much, but I'm curious about opinions: I've been playing DnD on and off for about a year now between various groups, and I'm discovering one thing - playing is fun, but being the DM just sounds so much more fun to me.
Would it be better to start with pre-built 1-shots/short campaigns or would starting with a basic campaign of my own be alright?

wild onyx
remote peak
stiff girder
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Hey I'm new to dnd and im making my first ever character I know that I want to make a half elf clown but I'm still figuring out how to fill all the rest pleas help me out I'm struggling so bad

fresh fable
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Ok so clown is just a job, any class could do that. What type of play style do you want? Melee, ranged, spells, some spells, no spells

spring rock
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Bard could probably push you in a fun direction but the actual clown part is probably going to come from role play. I don’t think there is a specific clown background or feat or anything, but there are backgrounds that focus on performance like entertainer

mossy wharf
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Hey, what are some things to do when you're about to make a new campaign?

wild onyx
tepid oak
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hello, is there a something that helps people find campaigns? my dm just cancelled our campaign:(

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uh

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what are all these classes

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i know only like two

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bard and druid

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and even then i only know what they are on a basic level xd

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D&D player characters have classes - these are kind of mechanical roles that have certain game features

mint sluice
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ive always wanted to try dnd fr

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but ive never had a chance

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mint sluice
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wow

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i cant decide

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all of them seem really cool

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being a bard seems fun but i suck at freestyling song

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rogue seems cool

wild onyx
mint sluice
safe basalt
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Ola fella, Im wondering how can I join a journey? can i play dnd online?

mint sluice
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i would love to make people mad xd

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being an overzealous bard would be fun..

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loud and silly 24/7

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yes…

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but also wolf..

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druid seems cool too frick

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oh boy i can’t wait to dnd

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amber crystal
harsh fjord
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The commands begin with a /.

radiant shuttle
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Is barbarian a good newbie class, I watch a few dnd channels but have never played… I do like to rp and stuff but what the heck would a bsrbarian do chilling like I feel wizards will go collect necessary things from shops whereas barbarians just kinda sit around no?

harsh fjord
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You can play a barbarian (or any class) however you like. They are one of the classes with the fewest mechanics, which might be easier for a newer player. But anything you feel excited to play and can be patient with learning you should go for!

radiant shuttle
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I just would love ideas for something a barbarian would do around a town while the party is in a down time mode

harsh fjord
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That's more #character-discussion, whereas this channel focuses on helping people learn the basics of the game.

radiant shuttle
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Ah I understand thanks sorry bout that

ornate kiln
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Barbarians dont have a lot of mechanics specifically for out of combat, but they can do all the general stuff like skill checks and roleplay just the same.

if you want to give your char something to do for downtime, just think about what they as a person would want to do.

radiant shuttle
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Thanks I’ll bring this convo to the other channel I’ve got a few more character ideas

fallen surge
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eternal sand
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damn...
No EET LFGs

harsh fjord
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The standard advice is to look for shared availability rather than shared time zones!

mint sluice
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i used that dnd website to make a character

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what now

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im not sure i did it right

harsh fjord
mint sluice
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okey

eternal sand
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and I cant cuz scool

harsh fjord
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Sure, but folks all over the world play, so you can hopefully find something that works with your schedule. You could also look into westmarch servers in #looking-for-community, which is more drop-in play rather than one group pursuing a long-term adventure.

rancid galleon
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hiii guys

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am new here aand i have no idea

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T-T

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rancid galleon
glacial oracle
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I have been consuming dnd content for like 5 years now and I really want to get into it, but my problem is I don’t have a group to play with, any tips?

tough osprey
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Once you understand the basic rules fairly well head over to #find-a-game . Theres always new games being posted

glacial oracle
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Thank you!!!

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tough osprey
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I would suggest 2024 just because thats likely what MOST DMs will be moving towards in the coming weeks and months

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But the rules are 80% the same. The big changes comes in the classes and subclasses

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So yeah 2024 basic rules or player's handbook should get you ready for a campaign

glacial oracle
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Oh okay awesome

smoky adder
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I think the 2024 rules do a much better job of actually teaching how to play, too.

glacial oracle
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Good to know, and the art in the books is really nice…

onyx relic
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hi, just made a character! looking to learn or play along with other fellow adventurers

spring rock
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I also think the rules glossary appendix is pretty dope.

rancid galleon
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i saw it
bruhh why is this thing too confusing

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T-T

tough osprey
spring rock
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what's confusing you?

rancid galleon
spring rock
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what specifically though?

rancid galleon
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long story short

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evry thing

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T-T

tough osprey
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You dont need to read it all in one sitting but check out those links

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Theyre so useful. Ive had players skim it just to learn enough to run a oneshot. Its pretty well laid out

tough osprey
timid locust
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DnD is a fairly complex game, but it's important to put the effort into learning it. It's not a game that someone can play for you, and understanding the mechanics of DnD is necessary to avoid taking up all your teammate's time.

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Take it slow, take your time, and you'll get it.

rancid galleon
rancid galleon
timid locust
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It usually can take a few days or even a few weeks to find a game, so you've got plenty of time. There's no rush, and we're here to answer more specific questions as you encounter them.

rancid galleon
lyric fjord
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Hi everyone! I'm new to d&d but I definitely wanna try to play!

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icy fern
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Im new too!

true musk
prisma crystal
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Quick Tip (How I Run It In My Campaign): moving diagonal only costs 5ft of movement, but the next diagonal costs 10ft. Then back to 5ft, 10ft, and repeat!

visual orbit
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I think im gonna try and be the dm instead of being a player
Its not what i wanted originally but i think i can make It Work, do you guys got any tips for me and my First dnd game ever?

visual orbit
hollow pine
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hai im looking to join a campaign as it would be my first time playing how would i go about finding/joining one

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Hello, I'm new to dnd and already have a group of friends to play with. Most of us haven't played before so I wanted to know if there were any books/already made campaigns we could start with so we can all learn the game rules?

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echo kelp
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Start with the free basic rules - if your group likes the game enough, consider investing in the Players Handbook

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D&D Beyond
Player's Handbook

The Player's Handbook (PHB) is an official sourcebook containing the full core rules of the game. The book is everything a player needs to create heroic characters for Dungeons & Dragons the world’s greatest roleplaying game. Some of this content is available for free as a part of the Basic Rules. Learn more: https://dndbeyond.link/discordPHB

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visual orbit
echo kelp
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?newdm

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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
echo kelp
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?dmtips

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D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Dungeon Master Tips

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

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

Don’t worry about mistakes.

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

echo kelp
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And we have #dm-discussion to chat with other DMs about DM'ing and DM topics

tough osprey
lyric fjord
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does anybody have tips to becoming a good dnd player

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how do i take my participation and teamwork to the next level

spring rock
echo kelp
# lyric fjord how do i take my participation and teamwork to the next level

Becoming familiar with your character's features and mechanics helps from the mechanical side of things.
Taking notes can help with staying focussed or invested in the game.
Then the rest of it is building up emotional/social intelligence to know how to connect with other players and help keep the group running smoothly.

harsh fjord
# visual orbit I think im gonna try and be the dm instead of being a player Its not what i want...

Read this guide (https://howtogm.guide/) and check out Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlUk42GiU2guNzWBzxn7hs8MaV7ELLCP_). Those should help get you started. There are a bunch of other resources as you encounter new challenges as well.

My list of tips: ⁠⁠#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!

harsh fjord
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More player tips:

  • No one is the main character, so try to cooperate with your fellow players.
  • Similarly, the DM is not your enemy. Try to respect and lean into everyone’s fun rather than privileging your own.
  • When there’s a problem, in game or out of it, communicate to solve it.
  • Be mindful of others’ boundaries and your own. It’s a more active, intimate form of entertainment, so be respectful when people say what they don’t want to deal with.

I have a longer list here: #dnd-newcomers message

wise kernel
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Well uhhh.. Im also new, ill be reading everything up here so.. nice to meet yall!

proper sapphire
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I'm new I'll definitely look at the info as I go

pale kite
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Oh hey, I'm new here too! Sweet

proper sapphire
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The only question I'm not too Shure of is where and how do we start a campaign

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trim latch
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how many times can lay of hands be used by a paladin i read the ability but still unclear

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in combat

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Once per turn

trim latch
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so no charge limit

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I mean the paladin can only do it as many times as they have charges left in their pool of Lay On Hands.

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Bu they can use that feature once per turn

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Until the pool of charges is expended. Then they need a long rest to recharge it.

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Do note it takes your bonuse action to use it.

cyan gorge
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Hey, I made a fighter pc and the AC was 14, I added a simple shield to increase the AC to 16. Am I allowed to do this and is this too much for a lvl 1 pc?

glass summit
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Nah thats totally valid and sounds just about right for a level 1 fighter

tough osprey
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Right, for melee fighters its generally between either a +2 AC and a onehanded weapon or a larger 2-handed weapon that deals more damage and no AC boost.

ornate wagon
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halo

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I have absolutely zero knowledge of what is happening here

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ornate wagon
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"that'll make you laugh"
im sold

dark fable
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How many people do I need to play a d&d game? I want to play with me and my sister bc we can't ask anyone else. Do I need more than one person to start a game?

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At a minimum 2 but D&D is really designed around 1 Dungeon Master and 3-6 players.

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You can definitely play it with 2 though - 1 DM and 1 player. It's just going to be a bit harder to balance things.

cerulean salmon
dark fable
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Oooh. Ok. Thx.

dry nest
dark fable
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Okay. 🙂

gusty rune
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Hay guys

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I am new to dnd

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gusty rune
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I am looking for a DM so I can play my first campaign

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pine sierra
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Aye I finally got invited to a campaign and I'm so excited to start

errant tiger
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Heey guys) Im new to the game, learning to be a dm and i got a question and i think Im just in the right place to ask it. So when im drawing my world with all the mountains, rivers, cities and eveerything how acurate do i need to be? do i need to think of the distance as it is or can i just draw it and think of a distance after i start the game. Because my concern is that its somehow not gonna feel right and i would have to remake the whole map.

smoky adder
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That’s kind of up to you and your group.

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It only needs to be as accurate as your specific game needs it to be.

glass summit
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What would you say is the purpose of this map? Is it to illustrate what the world looks like, or will it be used to run a hexcrawl?

errant tiger
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And for the second part of the question is the squares and the hexagons, do i use them in the full scale map or just the city maps and the dongeons?

lyric fjord
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hii I am new to DnD but i have always thought that it was really cool.. i have been playing baldurs gate 3 and i love love love it so much. i wish i can roleplay it with people sometime maybe even make friends.. i love to vc and i dunno i have this idea of doing it with people.. but text itself is fine too.. sorry i dont know too much about it but i am willing to learn!!

glass summit
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you could use hexes for everything if you wanted

errant tiger
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nah i like chessboard)

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there was a mesurement for one square as if 1.5m

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but what about the cityes and the map itself?

glass summit
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That would depend on how big the city is when you print it out. A village might fit on a 20ft/square grid, but a larger one wouldnt

lyric fjord
errant tiger
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Thank you nice stranger)

lyric fjord
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i dont see any vc channels.. is there a vc channel where newcomers can talk and learn about the game maybe? etc

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i didnt take all the roles since i didnt want to get overwhelmed

smoky adder
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We don’t have voice channels here.

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(And none of our channels are role-locked.)

lyric fjord
desert pumice
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idk how to play-

fresh fable
desert pumice
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okok ty

gloomy marlin
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Hi! I am a newwbie here in the community! I'm not sure how to play or how to start

wheat crystal
# gloomy marlin Hi! I am a newwbie here in the community! I'm not sure how to play or how to sta...

Welcome! You can check the channel pins as well as #learn-to-play for a link to the free basic rules! I recommend watching the Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role which is a great supplement to the rules. While it can be nice to find a DM that is willing to teach newbies, it’s most helpful if you can meet them halfway or further to ease their burden.

Don't worry about memorizing everything, but be familiar with character creation, combat, and skill checks. I also recommend making a character as you go along for rules practice. After that, try finding a game! In this server there's #find-a-game (read the instructions carefully!). Otherwise fellow user iamrazorwing has made a guide to using as many resources as possible to find both in-person and online games.

You can also get feedback on your character in #character-discussion or #optimization depending on the nature of feedback you want. And of course, feel free to ask any additional questions here!

pine sierra
# lyric fjord wow! did you know about DnD before? like do you have to learn everything or can ...

All questions are welcome! In the last 8 years I've played maybe 10 sessions at most. Mostly pathfinder. At least 1 session of dnd 5e.

I would say I have solid base knowledge for a new player - comfortable enough with a character sheet to make my own character without thinking I'll make too many mistakes. Decent grasp on combat and rolling for checks and ect and a players action economy (stuff that as a new player, I think is extremely core to know, it's how you actually play)

I got invited through here! I made a post in #looking-for-dm and after a couple of days someone messaged me.

Shout for any more questions!

lyric fjord
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thank you so mcuh! yep i think i will go to 'find a game' and then ask questions there too

brisk spear
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Hello

shadow oracle
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Hi I’m new to actually playing dnd but it’s always fascinated me my fyp is pretty much nothing but dnd skits lol

thin prairie
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Mostly how I found out about D&D as well

livid osprey
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I have never played but had a DM show me the ropes in some demo scenes and built a character with me etc. Looking to play my first game now

sleek lava
craggy hearth
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Hihi! I am new to dnd but have been wanting to try it out for years n i was always confused no matter how much i read stuff soo yea :’) i really want to try it out so i am looking forward to someone like help n play :DDD

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shut oasis
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Hi I am new here! I have some questions I wonder.
Is It too early to be the DM while you are new. I always dreamed too make a story for others to enjoy but little unsure if it’s smarts to start a campaign while you are new.

Is it better to start a character you play and learn from there?

echo kelp
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While being a Dungeon Master is a bit more work than a player, there's nothing stopping you from running a game as a DM even if you're brand new

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?newdm

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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
echo kelp
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?dmtips

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D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Dungeon Master Tips

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

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

Don’t worry about mistakes.

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

shut oasis
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Ah thanks!
Then I will get started as a DM💫

livid osprey
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Looking for a group to play with. Played some demo scenarios to get a taste for it. looking for my first game :d

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winter onyx
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I’ve gotten denied from so many campaigns since I’m on the younger side so I wish you luck!

solid frost
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Yo im very new

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Can someone show me around

smoky adder
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Welcome! There’s some good links here to get you started:

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smoky adder
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But did you have any specific questions?

scenic flare
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hello, i am completly new to dnd, is there an oficial way to play online? or do i need a web like roll20?

echo kelp
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?tag new online

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Many ways to play D&D online

scenic flare
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wich one do you prefere, dndbeyond or roll20?

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the official has to be better, right?

smoky adder
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I think Roll 20 is probably the better choice if you’re looking for an all-in-one solution.

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But I prefer playing with D&D Beyond.

scenic flare
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if i want to be an ice and blood spellcaster that has some good hp, what should i be?

timid locust
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They're kind of a vague, in-between question for both the channels.

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I'll say that if you're looking for elemental type powers, both Druid and Sorcerer are probably your best bets.
As for blood, there aren't really any official blood magic themed classes or subclasses in DnD.

scenic flare
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what are the main differences between wizard and sorcerer?

eternal crater
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wizard gets his magic by studying... INT is his main ability... sorcerers get their magic from their bloodline/family and CHA is their main stat

scenic flare
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and, in wich way does it affect their powers?

harsh fjord
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Wizards get more spells. Sorcerers have fewer, but they can change how spells work (longer distances, unnoticed by others, etc.).

eternal crater
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lol, thanks for being a quicker typer than me. 😛

scenic flare
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i think i am too new to understand

eternal crater
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learning DnD does indeed take time

pine sierra
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I'd recommend diving into the free material, and as your reading, ask what questions you have about that topic. Instead of diving straight into class nuance and potentially more complicated things. Just my 2 cents imo

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But yes it is a lot of info to digest

eternal crater
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I can say this I have a few new players who learned 5e somewhat by playing the video games Baldurs Gate 3 and Solasta... there are differences between the games and the table top but it can help

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reading the free rules a little at a time would help also

scenic flare
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is there anyone to help me in call? if not, it's okay

eternal crater
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Also in my area local comic/game shops usually hold beginner friendly one shots, may want to look into those

scenic flare
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we don't have those in spain

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or atleast in the part i live

eternal crater
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I'm at work, so can't do a call sorry.

errant grove
eternal crater
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yeah I mostly learned by playing and slowly reading the rules

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I learned during 3e, I'd say 5e is much easier to grasp than 3e lol

scenic flare
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what is 3e?

eternal crater
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an older edition of DnD

fallen surge
errant grove
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ask for an overview of your character sheet with the dm before starting, and learn the rules on the sheet first. if the rulebook is overwhelming.

scenic flare
errant grove
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I personally had more time to read than play, and the internet wasn't like this, so i say dive in headlong ;D

eternal crater
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so you make your characters on a character sheet... you use it to reference what your character can do during the game

scenic flare
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i have to make it

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but i don't know if it should be a wizard or socrerer

errant grove
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typically. sometimes there are premades.

scenic flare
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i want to focus on ice and water

eternal crater
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yeah for someone new, it would probably be best to make your first character with the help of a DM

errant grove
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don't sweat it. both cast spells pretty similarly.

scenic flare
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wich one has more ice and water spells?

errant grove
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find a nice newbie friendly dm and say you wanna cast ice spells. that's a fine starting point.

eternal crater
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both have about the same, their spell list are similiar

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the main difference being a wizard studies magic to be able to use it, where a sorcerer can use magic through their natural abilities

scenic flare
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so, sorcerer is slightly better?

eternal crater
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that really depends on a preference

main fulcrum
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They're just different

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Wizards potentially have access to the most spells. Sorcerers can do cool magical things to tweak them

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Honestly, I'd just pick one. You can always make another character later

eternal crater
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I have played both classes and enjoy both of what they offer

scenic flare
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for starters wich one should i choose?

main fulcrum
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I will randomly pick sorcerer. At least you don't have to manage a spellbook with them

scenic flare
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thanks

errant grove
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draconic lineage can give you more ice lore and spells

eternal crater
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do you have a free account on D&D Beyond?

scenic flare
eternal crater
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cool

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may want to mess around with character creation, they also have a built in text tutorial, though I have never used it so not sure how good it is lol

remote peak
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Yo, when will D&D 2024 will be available for campaigns?

tame zodiac
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Hi I'm new here. I haven't touched the character creation of D&D Beyond yet, so please pardon me if the answer is obvious. Is there a way to do special custom stuff? For example:
-Having forms or regen that cary over( get 5 mana per day and if you don't use any 3 gets stored in a backup storage?) Idk 😅 I like the idea of a quiet and unimpressive character that has some secret over powered trump move.

  • Are the classes and races set in stone or can you blend and create your own things from scratch?
    Thank you for your time and I'll go get myself more up to speed this weekend. Thanks
smoky adder
echo kelp
smoky adder
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The DMG comes out in November, and the MM in February.

remote peak
smoky adder
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If you want to wait for all three books before you start, yeah.

glacial oracle
smoky adder
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We've got the current release dates posted as events here in Discord.

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Usually news like that is announced at a press event, and then repeated on D&D Beyond and social media channels.

glacial oracle
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Gotcha

wild onyx
scenic flare
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what is encumbrance?

smoky adder
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It's a variant rule that adds penalties when you carry weight above a certain amount (relative to your Strength score).

scenic flare
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wich sorcerer skill profiency do i choose?

fresh fable
scenic flare
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thanks

smoky adder
scenic flare
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yeah but no idea wich one does what

wild onyx
scenic flare
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i don't really understand the arcana one

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what's it's use?

wild cedar
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Is what the player’s handbook tells us. Could have some more creative applications, as well

scenic flare
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yea, but, how is that usefull?

wild cedar
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Your character might want to learn things, recognize things, and so on. Knowledge is power. Could make decisions based on that knowledge

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Could be the key to learning a detail that helps you overcome an enemy, help your allies, etc

scenic flare
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maybe it's because the meaning of recall that i know is not the one of the context

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the recall i know means like calling again or going were you were a few seconds ago

wild cedar
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Perhaps You know it, have read it in a book or have been taught something by a wizard tutor, but can you remember it on the spot?

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You make an arcana check to recall the information and thus make use of it

scenic flare
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how curios

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i like it

wild cedar
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There’s a lot of creative potential to it; maybe more subtle and not always as straightforward as like… an athletics check to push a stone door open or something

scenic flare
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what does cantrip mean?

timid locust
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Recall meaning remember

scenic flare
wild cedar
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It’s a real word. From dictionary.com,First definition:
“a magic spell; trick by sorcery”

scenic flare
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cool

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so i have spells and cantrips?

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i don't quite understand the diference

wild cedar
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Cantrips are spells that don’t have a spell slot/spell level. You can cast them infinite times, basically

wild onyx
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Cantrips don't have a daily limit. Spells with levels do. You need to rest to recharge them.

scenic flare
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that's cool

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do i need like a campfire to rest?

wild cedar
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Not necessarily, though taking a rest can often involve a situation like that. You’re not actively fighting/traveling

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Taking a breather (short rest) or actually getting sleep etc. for 8 hours (long rest)

scenic flare
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are those 8 real hours or in game hours?

wild cedar
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In game 😄

scenic flare
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feww

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what is an acolyte?

fallen surge
# scenic flare what is an acolyte?

The real life term refers to someone who assists in the performance of religious practices or worship. Like a priest’s assistant. In D&D, acolyte is one of the backgrounds you can choose during character creation, and it grants certain benefits based on this choice

scenic flare
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is there one that's like, an aprentice or a just graduated one?

fallen surge
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D&D backgrounds typically fall into more vague categories. They are meant to represent the general feeling or vibe of your character’s history. The specifics can be personalized by your backstory

scenic flare
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and, what is sage?

fallen surge
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Sage is a researcher or scholar.

scenic flare
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perfect

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do i choose the 2014 one or the 2024 one?

fallen surge
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Depends on what ruleset you are playing with

scenic flare
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wich one is the more used?

fallen surge
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Well, the 2024 rules only came out earlier this month, so not everyone has switched over yet, but it’s probably better to learn the new version

scenic flare
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but, the one i choose afects when i join a game?

spring rock
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This will be up to the dm

fallen surge
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More like the other way around. What game you join will determine what rule set you use. You can try to specifically look for games that use one rule set or the other, but nothing locks you in to one specific choice

scenic flare
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i ask it because it make me choose one to create my character

fallen surge
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Yes that is true. But any character you create now is just for testing and learning the rules. Generally speaking, it’s better to make your character after you join a game

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There is nothing wrong with making a character right now for practice. It’s quite fun, I make them all the time. But it’s important to understand that some DMs have special rules for how you can create a character for their game, and sometimes the story and plot of their campaign will affect what type of character you want to make. Any characters you make ahead of time should be kept vague and you should understand that adjustments may need to be made after you join a game

scenic flare
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can you help me with that?

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i cant send images

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the ability scores

fallen surge
scenic flare
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everithing

fresh fable
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Did you watch the sorcerer video I sent?

sand olive
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How do you find games?

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I know it’s a lot with your friends and stuff, but mine aren’t really into this

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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spring rock
balmy trench
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Heyoo im neww
I wanna learn about dnd

manic bloom
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Real me too

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How do I go about a character?

balmy trench
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Idk that's why im here lol

manic bloom
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Guess all the people that have experience are off or in general lol

balmy trench
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I joined a dnd game on roblox and started eating ants

manic bloom
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Wwww

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Is it a good game?

balmy trench
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Yea

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We got 4 clerics one wizard me and a barbarian

exotic remnantBOT
manic bloom
balmy trench
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Just look up dnd roblox also y'all guys wanna play a rough playhouse of dnd

manic bloom
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Huh?

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Wdym rough playhouse

balmy trench
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We are noobs right

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So we play like a bunch of idiots who don't know whats to do just using imagination

scenic flare
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i need help with ability scores

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what numers am i supposed to write?

wild onyx
scenic flare
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a quarterstaff is a magical staff?

spring rock
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a quarterstaff is more like Donatello from Ninja Turtles' staff

scenic flare
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oh, ok

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now that i have my character made, is there somethhing else i need to do?

spring rock
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find people to play with

main fulcrum
exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
scenic flare
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is tehre any way to put the web in spanish?

valid tapir
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I've been playing DND on Roblox too

slate bane
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Anyone here uses the players handbook?

echo kelp
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Yes?

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Many folks do - it's kind of the next useful thing when you're ready to move on beyond the free basic rules.

slate bane
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How many character sheets are in the box?

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Like the sheets to create the character

main fulcrum
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1 at most

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The expectation seems to be that you'd copy it to make your own

slate bane
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Oh

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Are you sure??

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Cause a friend of mine Who i Lost contact with that played with the players handbook had them but they werent copied

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Its the 2014 edition

main fulcrum
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Pretty sure my old PHB had 1 character sheet

slate bane
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Yeah this Is a new version i think?

main fulcrum
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I've heard it also only has 1, but I haven't seen it yet

slate bane
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Oh i see thank you

spring rock
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they also sell character sheets separately, they come with like a folder

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there's no box with the player's handbook

smoky adder
spring rock
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I've also made a throwaway character on ddb and exported the PDF, and then you erase everything and now you have a form fillable pdf

dense fog
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Hey super duper quick question for anyone experienced here! I’m making a new character for a campaign that’s gonna be a tabaxi, but I’m having a difficult time trying to find a class that suits my gameplay/interests. Can anyone possibly give me some advice on what classes I should lean towards?

Also does anyone have a pdf for a character creation page? Lmao

spring rock
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well for part two you asked at the perfect time lol

dense fog
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LMAO is that what the link above is?

spring rock
smoky adder
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What kind of class would suit your gameplay/interests?

dense fog
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OHHH word alright. Sorry im like relatively new to this server lol. Not roleplaying though

spring rock
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hey if a mod's asking here, nevermind 😉

warped sigil
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How do i use the character sheet like how to edit it?

smoky adder
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Depends on what you're using to make your character sheet.

dense fog
# smoky adder What kind of class would suit your gameplay/interests?

I was interesting in Ranger under either swarm keeper or horizon walker and had a few ideas sketched out for how my characters behavior can correlate to their class; but I heard some people say rangers weren’t the best and to lean towards a rouge class since I’m doing a tabaxi but I wanted to talk to someone with more experience in the game

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Also I have no clue if all dms take those classes lol

dense fog
spring rock
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if you're using the new 2024 rules, it can literally be anything, because race/species doesn't grant ability score bonuses anymore

smoky adder
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Rangers being "not the best" is a complicated subject, and often overblown. 😅

spring rock
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yeah that's true too, do what you want, flawed characters are just as fun

smoky adder
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For starters, there's like three different versions of Ranger that you could play.

hollow flax
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Hi is this a channel for new people

smoky adder
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Indeed it is!

hollow flax
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Yay!

dense fog
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But I do like the sound of race benefits being off. Kinda gives me more freedom with it!

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without worrying about my stats going somewhere I don’t want them to be lol

smoky adder
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The 2024 update is basically the same game, just with some new upholstery.

spring rock
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yep. ability scores come from background now instead of race/species though

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it really depends on who you're playing with.

smoky adder
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Anyway, if Ranger is what sounds interesting to you, then go for it.

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You'll have more fun playing a character that excites you.

spring rock
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if you're going super character optiimization though, a Tabaxi would probably be good for a ranger, a monk, or a rogue

smoky adder
dense fog
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Trueeee, but I’d also like a character that isn’t weak, and many people make rogues sound rather weak

dense fog
spring rock
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rogues can be super OP with sneak attack. They're not weak

smoky adder
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"Weak" is also relative.

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Sneak attack does add some good damage.

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But rogues also bring in a lot of options that benefit you outside of combat, too.

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A fighter might do better in combat by raw numbers, but doesn't have as many options outside of it.

dense fog
dense fog
smoky adder
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Rangers are in a similar boat as rogue.

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They've got a blend of weaponry and spells that can be used in and out of combat.

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By contrast, Paladins also mix weapons and spells and probably hit harder than Rangers in combat, but they have fewer out-of-combat abilities at their disposal.

smoky adder
dense fog
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I was actually looking at Arcane trickster, but what are their abilities? Isn’t it mostly controlling a large magic hand that can go invisible?

smoky adder
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They're the only rogues that get spellcasting.