#dnd-newcomers

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hearty escarp
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Welcome! I wouldn't worry too much about class difficulty, especially if you're looking to start with a level 1 character. Read up on the rules and feel free to ask here if something seems confusing.

rigid vine
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druid was my first class and it wasnt too hard to be honest

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the only part that was hard at first was keeping track of my wildshapes but i feel its more just a lot to keep track of rather than difficult

icy skiff
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i like just started playing dnd so like what are like the rules and such cause i was just doing a 1 on 1 dnd thing with my friend over video call

halcyon horizon
icy skiff
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oh ok

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also btd6 is very peak

lost silo
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There are some great links in the pins on this channel. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

marsh meadow
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Never played this game before but I was to start the short one to just get experience

smoky adder
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You could look for what’s called a one-shot.

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The entire game is player in a single session, usually 2-4 hours.

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You won’t level up your character like you would in a longer campaign, but it’s a fun, low-stakes way to experiment with the game.

marsh meadow
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Where can I play that?

toxic hazel
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Hi

lost silo
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Hello Tacocat

toxic hazel
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Hello

lost silo
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how are u

toxic hazel
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I'm ok, found random servers that peak my interest and now I'm here

lost silo
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lol ok

toxic hazel
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I wanted to learn dnd for a while

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lost silo
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There are some great links in that bot message. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

toxic hazel
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Ohhh oki

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Thanks you!

lost silo
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yw my friend

toxic hazel
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😮 friend?

lost silo
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🙂

sturdy timber
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Hey, sorry if Im a bit lost, is this the chat for new D&D players?

harsh fjord
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It's not a place for discussion among new players, but it is a spot to get acquainted with the game. As the channel description says, "Ask about the basics of D&D and learn to play!"

sturdy timber
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Oh, okay then! Thanks

manic tapir
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Question: How do TTRPG groups Play By Post?

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I'm familiar with Roleplaying on a forum boards; is PBP TTRPG the same concept?

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A-ha, I found the FAQ and blog post for PBP on the website 😅

rich rapids
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Wait so what is a good way to find a group to play dnd with?

lost silo
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Lexington, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

sour current
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is anyone starting a new campaign ive never played dnd before but it looks like a lot of fun and i just made a character

smoky adder
ocean copper
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I never played DND before, and can't play with someone IRL or in call, can someone help me get started or help me

smoky adder
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You could look for a play-by-post (PBP) game.

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?tag new pbp

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smoky adder
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They’re played entirely in writing, like we’re doing here.

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They can be a little harder to find, and tend to be slower than a typical game.

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But with the right group, they can be a lot of fun.

ocean copper
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oh okay, thanks!

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how do i get started like, before i join a game

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is there something i should know or do

smoky adder
ocean copper
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ty!

smoky adder
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But if you’ve got any specific questions along the way, folks here are happy to answer.

ocean copper
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i think im going to sleep sometime soon

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cya!! Maybe

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and thanks again

wild onyx
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Another Mr, I see...

sour current
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how do i send a message in looking for dm

hearty escarp
pearl nacelle
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Is anybody starting a campaign that i can join

jovial elk
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Heya. Never played before but I do have a character on dnd beyond

smoky adder
smoky adder
jovial elk
fringe python
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Hello all nice to meet so many people who love D&D

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lyric fjord
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Why my icon that

smoky adder
smoky adder
lyric fjord
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Already fixed it

gilded plinth
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Hello I've never played D&D before but I'm excited to learn

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lost silo
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Evening folks

lyric fjord
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How ya doing?

smoky adder
lost silo
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I’m doing great and u

lyric fjord
short marsh
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Xanithar loves a good rouge so long they don’t stab xanithar in the eye

lost silo
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lol

sudden dove
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Played 1 silly campaign and am now addicted

lost silo
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That’s usually how it goes lol

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follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

bleak knot
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Hello there, played bg3 before, and am in 1 slow going campaign rn so i have some experience and knowledge but looking to play some oneshots to get more experience and possibly get into casual dming to give my own dm a break

short marsh
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You can nab Tales from the yawning portal and run the sunless citidel as its a great Dungeon delve/dm learning too;

bleak knot
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Ah, gotcha. This’ll be useful to me, thanks!

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mild shell
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Question as a newcomer trying to create a DND character. When making the characters backstory, what would be the most important questions to answer?

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Also do you need to have a full history of the character fleshed out right away or is it better to expand on the backstory as the campaign progresses?

smoky adder
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I’d recommend asking your DM what they’re looking for, because it can vary.

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But I like myself a good Swiss cheese backstory.

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Enough there that I’ve got the basic shape and can start playing.

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But full of holes. Anything I don’t need an immediate answer to, I don’t answer.

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Then the DM can take those holes and help fill them in. They might ask specific questions to help tie your character into the story, or they might use it to surprise you down the road.

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At a bare minimum, though, I’d say you need (1) enough to justify the decisions you made during character creation.

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If your character is a cleric, how did they become a cleric? What god do they serve, and why?

lyric fjord
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Hi

smoky adder
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Similarly, how did their species and background lead them to or prepare them for this adventure?

lyric fjord
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I’m new to dnd, I played one short session with my friends a while ago. But they don’t really want to play more. And I was wondering how I can find people to play newb friendly and a group that is committed like not joining and leaving

smoky adder
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And then (2): they need a reason to say yes to the adventure.

smoky adder
lyric fjord
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To play with people what would you recommend doing first

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As a new player

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They are looking for players but I’m unsure of which ones to apply for

smoky adder
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Make sure you’ve good grasp of the basics. You don’t need to know everything, but you should know what your character can do, what to do on your turn during combat, and these common terms.

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You can study while you look for a game, but knowing those things can improve your odds of getting accepted into a game.

lyric fjord
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Gotcha

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I’ll be diligent in that

smoky adder
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Make sure you communicate your expectations with the group up front.

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If everyone’s on the same page before the game begins, the game is more likely to last, and you can avoid some unpleasant surprises down the road.

lyric fjord
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Like what? I’m new to all this

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The last time I played with my friends I had to make all their characters for them because they didn’t want to and my dm did such a good job but everyone argued and it didn’t last past the first encounter 😭

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This was like a year ago tho

lyric fjord
smoky adder
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If, for example, you don’t want to play in a game, where there’s violence against animals, make sure people know that before you play.

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Any good group will respect that, and you’ll be less likely to run into that kind of situation during play.

lyric fjord
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Gotcha, I don’t mind anything as long as people aren’t disrespectful to others

smoky adder
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Then, yeah, that’s something you wanna tell the group upfront.

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Probably with a few examples of the kind of disrespect you want to avoid.

lyric fjord
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Uh if they are like if I don’t get my way I’m leaving type of people

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Idk it’s fine for the most part

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I don’t mind people or the stuff in the campaign I’m unsure of what to expect

smoky adder
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Aside from that:

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

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Then once you find a group, you can work together to pick the best fit and add any finishing details.

lyric fjord
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Gotcha

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In open to doing anything with characters ngl

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Not fussy at all I can be a gnome an orc or an aasamir it’s all chill

smoky adder
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Ask questions about the game interested in.

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Share ideas based on what you learn.

lyric fjord
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Facts also i am reading the lfg

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It says rp focused but with some combat

smoky adder
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While you’re playing, actively look for opportunities to get the other players involved.

lyric fjord
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What do I expect with that because it can be interpreted to me at least differently

lyric fjord
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I like it when my character and another character know eachother I did that in the only session I played me and him met at a church and he was my parental guardian turtle or something

smoky adder
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When there’s a short rest, for example, that group might see it as an opportunity to just talk to each other in-character for a bit.

lyric fjord
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Like in my head a game of dnd is a mix between your characters story and other characters story with the world and some combat like you finally meet the boss you had hints about

lyric fjord
smoky adder
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A game that’s combat focused might prefer to just gloss over that short rest and jump ahead to the action.

lyric fjord
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Oh but there needs to be story right? Or some?

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Or do some people not care about the world building

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I’m learning more and more then lol

smoky adder
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It all depends on the group.

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Most groups do have a mix of both those things.

lyric fjord
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I guess I like world building and combat is cool but I’d rather it be rare and a important event rather than a every second occurrence

lyric fjord
short marsh
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Depends on the moduels or whats being ran

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Some Moduels dont have much of a story Icespire Peak for example doesnt have much of a over arching story

hearty escarp
neon sequoia
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Home sweet home

lost raft
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hello all

hearty escarp
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Welcome

normal plank
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So how do level ups work I'm confused if they add anything to my bonuses or not

lofty roost
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When you level up, you gain hit dice which increase your HP, you may get new features from your (sub)class, you may access to new spells, and you may gain an increase to your proficiency bonus

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This is detailed in the chapter "how to play" in the Basic Rules and the Player's Handbook

normal plank
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So it's a d4 with hit dice right

lofty roost
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Depends on your class

crude musk
lofty roost
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It can be anywhere from a d6 to a d12

crude musk
lofty roost
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No class in 5e has a d4 Hit Dice

smoky adder
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That’s one of the first things listed in your class traits.

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Fighters have a d10, for example.

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And then you have a number of them equal to your level.

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So a level 3 Fighter has 3d10.

sick vale
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How exactly do they work
Do u roll them with the other dice it tells you to when you hit someone?
(like hit dice)

hearty escarp
topaz garnet
sick vale
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OK ty

smoky adder
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You get a new hit die when you level up; you roll it and add your Constitution modifier, then increase your max HP by that amount.

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You can also spend your hit dice during a short rest to regain HP.

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And you get the spent ones back when you take a long rest.

crystal sable
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Hey

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Im new to dnd, I’ve played a one shot and currently am in a long campaign for months

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Ive been wondering if i can get more into it yk?

wild onyx
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To play in another campaign? Sure you could, it's your time.

Or did you meqn to find a way to get more into your current game?

sacred tartan
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I have never played DnD before but love listening to podcast of them and whatnot. I have created my first ever character in D&D Beyond and wondering how do I get into a campaign as a brand new person to D&D

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wild onyx
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Aside from here, you could also try LFG on Reddit, Roll20 or the D&D Beyond forums to get started.

steady heath
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Hello! Im also new to DnD! The first time I actually played in a DnD base was from baldurs gate 3 and fell so hardly in love with it chuheart ive never joined a campaign before so im excited to learn more darkhearts

smoky adder
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Welcome! There's some handy links here to help you get started, but if you have any specific questions, fire away!

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normal plank
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So how do my players decide their spell slots and cam they switch out their spell slots

crude musk
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Have you read through your class description?

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Or the rules on spellcasting in the Basic Rules?

topaz garnet
normal plank
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Ok but they can cast any spell given at that level right?

topaz garnet
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Any spell they have prepared, that they have a spell slot left to cast it with.

normal plank
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Ok I think I understand so they can cast any spell for their level if they have it prepared

smoky adder
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If the player has a level 3 spell slot available, they can use it to cast any prepared spell from levels 1 to 3.

topaz garnet
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And if they have something saying they can cast it, most commonly being "I expend a spell slot in order to cast it", of the appropriate spell slot level of course.

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Spell slot levels are separate to character/class levels, however.

smoky adder
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Any level 1 or 2 spells may even get a boost from using a higher level spell slot, detailed in the spell itself.

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They cannot use that level 3 spell slot to cast a spell of level 4+.

topaz garnet
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And yes, they're not exactly matched, since you attain a "new spell slot level" every other level, in certain classes... ones the community shorthands as "full casters" since they can attain the highest levels of spells. But anyway I digress-

basic point is, You've only got so many spell slots per adventuring day. Some are bigger:
A bigger spell slot will let you cast a bigger spell with it. For example, Fireball requires a level 3 spell slot at minimum.
A bigger spell slot can alternatively be used to cast a smaller spell but more powerfully. For example, Burning Hands only requires a level 1 spell slot at minimum to cast, but if you use a level 3 slot, you'd use any "Using a Higher-Level Spell Slot" benefits it gets, such as increased damage in this case.

normal plank
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So how do they determine spell slot levels

topaz garnet
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(and their feature granting them spells in the first place says they can only prepare spells of a level they have slots for- so you never end up being able to prepare a spell of a level you can't even cast, via the feature that says "i get spells and the slots to cast them with")

crude musk
topaz garnet
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And yes, they will eventually attain an array of spell slots of multiple different slot levels. This lets them cast low level spells, cast high level spells, and cast low level spells using high level slots for the potentially bigger power from that slot.

sacred kiln
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our group is doing Peril in Pinebrook to get a feel for how DnD works, and if they all enjoy it we're doing lost mines of phandelver. Should I award any xp upon completing pinebrook? I slightly altered the story to make it transition into the intro to phandelver

harsh fjord
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That's very much up to you. Some folks like to have an external sign of accomplishment in the form of XP. Others are fine to see the story demonstrate progress (like if you gain an ally or a favor to call in later).

sacred kiln
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from what I've read, phandelver story says exactly when you'll level up. I was thinking about giving them some, to kind of make the game easier off the bat. Two of the three aren't gamers in this sense, so I want to kind of hold their hand for a bit.

harsh fjord
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Then that should be fine!

hearty escarp
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I think Phandelvers beginning does benefit from letting them start at level 2. So I'd say go for it. dndApprove

jovial phoenix
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Hello all, I have a query, my friend wants to play a pantomime horse, that is manned by two people, but these peopple also according to him technically do not exist, and it is a "glorious wizard horse" ... I have tried to come up with this but limitations that it can only function as part of it being two people but he describes it as "venom" and that they are one.. again I argue that you can't have venom without the other part .. can anyone explain to me how to homebrew a pantomime horse "ignoring" the people underneath please?

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or can I just essentially make it a pantomime horse "creature"?

wild onyx
# jovial phoenix Hello all, I have a query, my friend wants to play a pantomime horse, that is ma...

I'm going to go ahead and suggest this is probably out of scope for the heroic fantasy adventures that D&D supports. There's a list of species available in the Free Rules, maybe start there.

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/character-origins#SpeciesDescriptions

While there may possibly be a way to get to what they have in mind, I feel it's not really a #dnd-newcomers kind of question to address, I'm afraid. Maybe try using the tools the game gives you first.

jovial phoenix
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I have proposed that it can function as it is only moveable and playable with the "two men" inside, but if one dies then the "head" as the wizard can animate the rear to remain playable but only for a short amount of time until it can find a replacement. In addition, it can also have stats of a horse but as it is technically "men" underneath that it would be limited to the stamina of the man - also the magic spells can be performed as one entity but only on the limitation of two performance checks that need to be matched or above a threshold in order for the spell to be played

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but he INSISTS that it is a playable pantomime horse

fallen surge
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It’s important to remember that D&D is not just freeform roleplaying. It is a game with defined rules and expectations for how it’s played. It sounds like your group may be looking for a game experience that D&D isn’t built to provide

jovial phoenix
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which is what I am quickly beginning to believe with this player, as he now wishes to just play a human with no powers that wants to deliver a letter..

wild onyx
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Other games do exist.

jovial phoenix
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I feel pathfinder may be better prepared for this type of character and even then I feel it will dominate the field - it is for one person but still, it limits my abilities as a DM

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so was not sure if you guys had any ideas, but thank you for your input 🙂

wild onyx
jovial phoenix
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ahh I see, the character discussion section sorry

bronze raft
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@marble shoal @sacred schooner gotcha!

gusty pilot
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Hey guys I'm new to dnd, literally never played it before but I've heard about it recently and it's sounds really cool, where can I get the basic starter knowledge I should have?

marble shoal
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Damn

blissful beacon
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lost silo
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There are some great links in the pins on this channel. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

smoky adder
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silk quail
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hello

lost silo
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Afternoon

onyx hawk
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Hi folks. I'm very new to D&D and have no idea what to do 😢 On this server, how do I join groups as a beginner beginner? As in I someone who has never played and has a dragonborn sorceror kind of by accident through auto D&D beyond?

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wide flame
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Yes that

onyx hawk
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Oh right

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thank you

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🙂

wide flame
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Also check #learn-to-play if you need to get down more of the basics. Feel free to ask new player questions here, or you can ask more specific questions in #dnd-rules

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And welcome

onyx hawk
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Brilliant, thank you Hingle

thorny kernel
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hey So I had a game scheduled for wednesday and had almost finished up prepping. but suddenly out of nowhere 2 of my player quit before our campaign starts. whats up with that? Did I do something wrong? Did I like forget to let them know something? I am very new to this DMing business

harsh fjord
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It's not unusual for people to ghost for no communicated reason. They may have gotten cold feet. They may have had other plans come up. They may have given up on the hobby.

Odds are good it's not you (though it could be!).

thorny kernel
harsh fjord
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Fire away.

thorny kernel
# harsh fjord Fire away.

Okay so,

  1. I explained the concept to them,
  2. I sent the a list of the gods and deities for their character sheet,
  3. One of them asked if they can play twilight domain. and I explained as. "there is but it's a bit tough to get. unless certain qualifications are obtained that is." "okay lets just say you need an item to gain that subclass, but you will be a cleric for a lil while." "its gonna be picking from a list of subclasses, but depending on the subclass' strength the chances are lower, but your actions in the game as well as the item type depending on the god can also increase your chances since the gods are technically the ones that will pick for you. they will see what you do and if they favor it. on top of your in game affinity for the sub-class that is"
    ||Copy pasted it from our convo||
    4.I asked them on how they feel if we work on the character stats when we meet up? I felt like it would be more fun if roll not knowing what to find. (I think this threw them off. I'm not sure) anther player said he liked the Idea so IDK.
  4. and then I was designing our session map when I saw the notification of both of them leaving.
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Did I miss anything?

harsh fjord
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Maybe they wanted to play the class without any friction. Impossible to say.

thorny kernel
main fulcrum
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To be honest, #3 might have been a deal breaker for me

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Though I would probably have at least told you rather than ghosting 😅

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But online games in particular, it's easy to just disappear to avoid conflict. So I wouldn't take it too personally

thorny kernel
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yeah fair but tbh twilight domain is kind of OP in since it's suvivability with no real cost, in that it lasts a long time and recharges quickly. There's no real reason not to use it as often as possible. And it really unbalances the game. you know? and like the whole point of me DMing is for everyone to have fun and avoid player V.S DM situation you know?

thorny kernel
thorny kernel
main fulcrum
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Twilight Cleric is a decent subclass, but I don't think it's so OP to be avoided like that Shrug

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It's a Channel Divinity, so you can't do it unlimited times unless you're letting them short rest constantly

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Regardless, if a DM doesn't like a subclass, I'd prefer they just say no so I can plan on something else instead

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Yes, but maybe no is too much uncertainty for me

sacred kiln
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is there a good rule of thumb for how far in advance I need to read of the campaign?

harsh fjord
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Ideally, read the whole thing if it's short enough.

main fulcrum
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If you're the player, nothing (unless the DM says to). If you're the DM, probably at least the next session/scenario if not more

lofty roost
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Your DM will tell you what you need to read, if anything

main fulcrum
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I'm a bad one to ask, because I wing everything as the default TashaLOL

lofty roost
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If the DM is running a campaign set in an official world, then they might want you to read a setting book about that world

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For example, if your DM is running an Eberron campaign, then they might ask you to read parts or all of Eberron: Rising From the Last War

sacred kiln
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sorry, should have said I'm the DM. We're going to be running the lost mines of phandelver.

harsh fjord
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Read the whole thing so you know the shape of the adventure and so you can decide what, if anything, you want to change.

sacred kiln
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read it all before the first session?

harsh fjord
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If possible. If not, read at least the first chapter.

pallid anvil
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Hi all! Never played the tabletop, but I've been playing BG3. I'm curious if theres something on PC for the tabletop since I dont have friends that play, and I'm not super comfortable going to shops to play

lofty roost
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You should read the entire adventure book before starting to run it if you can

lofty roost
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Foundry and Roll20 are some well known ones

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If you're looking for a game, then you can find online games by reading through #find-a-game

pallid anvil
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Noted! Someone was also trying to teach me last year, but sadly they werent around much lol

teal gyro
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Hi

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I’m sorry I’m trying to fill out my first character sheet I’m wondering if someone can help the game starts in 2 hours

ornate kiln
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have you asked your DM for help?

coarse marlin
teal gyro
coarse marlin
teal gyro
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Yes

coarse marlin
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Like Omegon said I definitely recommend reaching out to your dm or the other people you’ll be playing with, I’m sure they would love to help you out, I personally have not used physical so I wouldn’t be able to help :/

smoky adder
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Did you have a character concept in mind already?

teal gyro
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Kinda yes

smoky adder
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What have you got on your character sheet so far? Where exactly are you stuck?

teal gyro
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I like the idea of a half genasi half celestial wizard

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I’m not sure how to fill in the stats

smoky adder
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Have you done your ability scores yet?

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Down the left-hand side (probably), you should see six big boxes for Strength, Dexterity, etc.

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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

All creatures have six abilities that measure physical and mental characteristics: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma.

Each ability has a score from 1 to 20, which represents the magnitude of an ability. Each ability also has a modifier from -5 to +5, derived from its score. Add the modifier when you make a D20 Test with the corresponding ability or when a rule asks you to do so.

Determine your ability scores by using one of the following three methods. Your DM might prefer you to use a particular one.

  • Standard Array. Use the following six scores for your abilities: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8.
  • Random Generation. Roll four d6s and record the total of the highest three dice. Do this five more times, so you have six numbers.
  • Point Cost. You have 27 points to spend on your ability scores. The cost of each score is shown on the Ability Score Point Costs table. For example, a score of 14 costs 7 of your 27 points.

After assigning your ability scores, adjust them according to your background. Finally, determine your ability modifiers using the Ability Scores and Modifiers table. Write the modifier next to each of your scores.

teal gyro
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I did see you roll to see what the outcome is is that right?

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11 for strength
4 dexterity
10 constitution
4 intelligence
19 wisdom
20 charisma

Is what I got

smoky adder
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You're gonna have a hard time with those numbers.

teal gyro
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lol

smoky adder
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You rolled using the instructions above? 4d6, keep the highest three?

teal gyro
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I rolled randomly

smoky adder
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Did your DM ask you to roll? Rolling is only one of the possible ways to get your ability scores.

smoky adder
teal gyro
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D20

smoky adder
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Yeah, don't use a d20.

#

Random Generation. Roll four d6s and record the total of the highest three dice. Do this five more times, so you have six numbers.

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A d6 is your "normal" game die.

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This guy: 🎲

teal gyro
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Oh

smoky adder
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Roll four of those (or roll one of them four times).

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And keep the highest three numbers.

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If you roll 6, 2, 4, 3, for example, you'd drop the 2 and add 6 + 4 + 3 = 13.

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Do that until you've got six numbers.

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And then assign them to your character in whatever order you see fit.

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For a wizard, I'd put Intelligence as your highest number, then Constitution, then Dexterity.

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?tag new wizard

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classWizard Wizard

Study arcane magic and master spells for every purpose
Wizards are defined by their exhaustive study of magic’s inner workings. They cast spells of explosive fire, arcing lightning, subtle deception, and spectacular transformations. Their magic conjures monsters from other planes of existence, glimpses the future, or forms protective barriers. Their mightiest spells change one substance into another, call meteors from the sky, or open portals to other worlds.

-# Suggested Standard Array assignment
abilityStrength Str. 8 abilityDexterity Dex. 12 abilityConstitution Con. 13 abilityIntelligence Int. 15 abilityWisdom Wis. 14 abilityCharisma Cha. 10

Likes: Spellbooks
Complexity: Average
Starting HP: 6 + Con. modifier

smoky adder
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That "Suggested Standard Array assignment" above is one suggestion for assigning your wizard's scores.

teal gyro
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Oh man ok
Yea because i tried again with the D 6 and got 1 strength
1 dexterity
3 constitution
1 intelligence
5 wisdom
2 charisma

harsh fjord
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For each stat, you roll a d6 four times and take away the lowest roll.

smoky adder
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Again, you need to roll four d6 for each number, and then drop the lowest of those four, as in the example I gave above. #dnd-newcomers message

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Which should give you something between 3 and 18 for each one.

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Alternatively, you can use the standard array instead of rolling.

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In which case, you'd have a 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, and 8.

teal gyro
echo kelp
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Roll 4 times and keep the 3 highest rolls for each

teal gyro
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Once you keep the 3 highest

lean vortex
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Then add your racial modifiers in the end

smoky adder
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(Or the ones from your background instead, if your group is playing with the 2024 core rulebooks.)

teal gyro
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Ok I ended up with 12 strength
13 dexterity
13 constitution
11 intelligence
17 wisdom
17 charisma

smoky adder
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As a wizard, you really want a high INT.

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That's your spellcasting ability, so higher INT = stronger spells.

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I'd also recommend a high CON, since that will increase your maximum hit points (which wizards tend to lack) and help you make your stronger spells last longer.

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And then I'd keep DEX at 13, since that will improve your Armor Class (AC) and make you harder to hit.

ornate kiln
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You do not have to put these stats in the same order you rolled them

ornate hazel
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Hello how do I do all of this stuff this is my first time

smoky adder
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Welcome!

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But if you've got any specific questions, ask away!

ornate hazel
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Ok thanks

thorny kernel
languid idol
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Hi there people, I was wondering if anyone could point me in direction of a GM or a server where people advertise games (specifically ones on at like 2pm GMT to 6 pm GMT on Tuesdays to thursdays - I live in NZ and that is the middle of the night for me, as that is the only time I will be free)
Is there any server where people would advertise games? (hosted over discord vc)

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pallid trout
#

I need to join a canpian

lost silo
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Hey space follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

pallid trout
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Thanks

languid idol
glacial socket
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Hi friends! Im new to dnd and Im excited to learn! I would love to play in person. If there's anyone in the bay area (sepcifically in pleasanton/dublin/livermore/san ramon/concord area) that would want to make a group or would let me join their group, I'd be up for it - just dm me!

arctic acorn
bright yacht
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Hi everyoneeee, am new to dnd and just wanted to say hi!

teal gyro
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Thank u for the help it was a fun first session

sterile forge
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?tag new ranger

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classRanger Ranger

Weave together martial prowess, nature magic, and survival skills
Far from bustling cities, amid the trees of trackless forests and across wide plains, Rangers keep their unending watch in the wilderness. Rangers learn to track their quarry as a predator does, moving stealthily through the wilds and hiding themselves in brush and rubble.

-# Suggested Standard Array assignment
abilityStrength Str. 12 abilityDexterity Dex. 15 abilityConstitution Con. 13 abilityIntelligence Int. 8 abilityWisdom Wis. 14 abilityCharisma Cha. 10

Likes: Survival
Complexity: Average
Starting HP: 10 + Con. modifier

halcyon socket
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?tag new druid

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classDruid Druid

Channel nature magic to heal, shape-shift, and control the elements
Druids belong to ancient orders that call on the forces of nature. Harnessing the magic of animals, plants, and the four elements, Druids heal, transform into animals, and wield elemental destruction.

-# Suggested Standard Array assignment
abilityStrength Str. 8 abilityDexterity Dex. 12 abilityConstitution Con. 14 abilityIntelligence Int. 13 abilityWisdom Wis. 15 abilityCharisma Cha. 10

Likes: Nature
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 8 + Con. modifier

sterile forge
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?tag new paladin

exotic remnantBOT
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classPaladin Paladin

Smite foes and shield allies with divine and martial might
Paladins are united by their oaths to stand against the forces of annihilation and corruption. Whether sworn before a god’s altar, in a sacred glade before nature spirits, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witnesses, a Paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.

-# Suggested Standard Array assignment
abilityStrength Str. 15 abilityDexterity Dex. 10 abilityConstitution Con. 13 abilityIntelligence Int. 8 abilityWisdom Wis. 12 abilityCharisma Cha. 14

Likes: Defense
Complexity: Average
Starting HP: 10 + Con. modifier

soft garden
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?tag new warlock

exotic remnantBOT
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classWarlock Warlock

Cast spells derived from occult knowledge
Warlocks quest for knowledge that lies hidden in the fabric of the multiverse. They often begin their search for magical power by delving into tomes of forbidden lore, dabbling in invocations meant to attract the power of extraplanar beings, or seeking places of power where the influence of these beings can be felt. In no time, each Warlock is drawn into a binding pact with a powerful patron. Drawing on the ancient knowledge of beings such as angels, archfey, demons, devils, hags, and alien entities of the Far Realm, Warlocks piece together arcane secrets to bolster their own power.

-# Suggested Standard Array assignment
abilityStrength Str. 8 abilityDexterity Dex. 14 abilityConstitution Con. 13 abilityIntelligence Int. 12 abilityWisdom Wis. 10 abilityCharisma Cha. 15

Likes: Occult lore
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 8 + Con. modifier

fading yew
#

hey all! new to dnd, been watching podcasts and stuff for years but never played, whats my go-to for hopping into a newbie game? i assume a paid game, and was looking through the paid game lobby, seems geared towards groups of new players, anyone know of someone that does a game at time, all random players and all new players? thanks!

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dynoError No tag necromancer found in category new.

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dynoError No tag necromancer found.

jade hinge
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Hi all! Just wanted to ask me and my girlfriend is looking for a D n D group we might be able to join in. We are new to the game and wanted to try it out do you guys have any suggestions or groups we might be able to join for a new adventure?

topaz garnet
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also, Harpsy, there is no dedicated Necromancer class, but Clerics and Wizards eventually get access to the Animate Dead spell in order to have undead minions.

lofty roost
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Wizard has the school of necromancy subclass

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Death cleric works too

jade hinge
topaz garnet
lofty roost
#

2014 subclasses are backwards compatible with 2024

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Necromancy wizard is functional in 2024

topaz garnet
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Technically, but DNDBeyond is struggling right now with implementing 2014 subclasses in 2024 versions of the main classes.

lofty roost
#

DDB doesn't dictate RAW

topaz garnet
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It's more of a "Don't be shocked if you can't easily do that on DNDBeyond", due to said struggling with how things should be going

exotic elm
#

Hi! I'm looking to get in to DND, any advice?

crude musk
#

Here's some useful resources

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crisp ibex
# exotic elm Hi! I'm looking to get in to DND, any advice?

yeah, always welcoming new people. best way to learn is to either watch other people play (youtube, twitch and so on) or play it yourself. I would recommend you get together with a group that you trust, if you can't find a group irl, try online play

exotic elm
crisp ibex
exotic elm
#

I kinda just wanna give it a try to get the hang of things

crisp ibex
exotic elm
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wild onyx
#

Aside from here, you could also try LFG on Reddit, Roll20 or the D&D Beyond forums to get started.

crisp ibex
exotic elm
wild onyx
exotic elm
fluid osprey
#

Hi peoples! I wasn't sure where I should ask this. I'm new to this version of D&D. Haven't played in a few years and never heard of adventure league until recently.

My question is, am I able to make a character ahead of time or do I make it there on my first session?

crude musk
#

For Adventurer's League specifically? You totally can make a character ahead of time, that's what AL is designed for
You need to check out the specific rules for AL character creation, it has a few extra limitations in order to allow AL to work. For that, I recommend checking out the AL channels; #adventurers-league

fluid osprey
#

Oh snap! I must have glossed over and not saw that section! Thank you! I'll wander over!

dapper zephyr
#

Hello, so read the free starter rules, ordered the 2024 PHB and GMG and the monster manual. Any other must have source books ? (2024)

smoky adder
#

Or books with more player options, like Tasha’s Cauldron if Everything, or Monsters of the Multiverse.

vale flame
#

Got a question

#

What does the current dnd character sheet look like

smoky adder
#

But there’s no one format you have to use.

vale flame
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Oh ok mine looks nothing like that one I got mine from the essentials kit and it looks different

smoky adder
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The one from the Essentials Kit is just fine.

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You’re free to use either one.

vale flame
#

Oh but why is it different and got a extra thing of character sheets they also look like that

smoky adder
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they just wanted a new design for the new book.

crude musk
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Because they change and update the layout to improve how easy it is to find things, and give people options on which layout they find easiests

smoky adder
#

They both track the same information, though.

vale flame
#

Ya ik I was just curious as to why they are different hah

smoky adder
#

Ultimately, it doesn’t matter where or how your information is recorded, as long as you’ve got something that works for you.

#

(Though your DM might have a preference to keep the group consistent.)

vale flame
#

Oh ok i don't have a dm haven't played the game yet I have it just no one wants to play it rn hah

crude musk
#

Well no need to worry about character sheets then at this point

#

Pick one that you like and worst case you'll just need to copy the info over

vale flame
#

Well me and my friends made the characters I made mine in dnd beyond but my friend doesn't wanna be dm he asked me too but I don't how to do it he's had experience in being a dm I don't it'll my first time playing it

wheat crystal
#

Every DM was new once, if you’d like DMing advice there’s #dm-discussion :cheers:

dapper zephyr
harsh fjord
dapper zephyr
dapper zephyr
harsh fjord
#

According to the company, all official 2014 adventures are compatible with 2024 rules. I don't have firsthand experience to know how smooth that is.

crude musk
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There are no changes to how the core rules work that would break either adventure

lost temple
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You can use the 2014 monsters in the 2014 adventures against 2024 characters and they'll find it slightly easier than they would have previously.

If you use 2014 adventures with 2024 monsters against 2024 characters you do need to do a quick sense check. Especially if it's a puzzle fight (fight is intentionally too hard and requires doing something other than running in)

dapper zephyr
#

Ok thank you

small wadi
#

Just wondering is it common for paid games to transition to free once people realize everyone is committed? Or is it more commonly paying every session?

fervent wharf
#

I’ve been using trifling do you know if there’s any better character

smoky adder
#

"Better" in what sense?

echo kelp
smoky adder
#

Yeah, that's something you'd have to discuss with the DM before the game starts.

crude musk
small wadi
#

Cool ty guys, wasn't sure if there was a common expectation

fervent wharf
smoky adder
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"Better" is relative anyway.

wheat crystal
#

Not sure what you mean. Are you asking what classes fit the Tiefling species?

fervent wharf
fervent wharf
smoky adder
#

Just to clarify:

#

You're set on Tiefling, but still trying to choose a class?

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Or you're looking for an alternative to Tiefling?

fervent wharf
smoky adder
#

What do you want from your species that you're not getting from Tiefling?

fervent wharf
smoky adder
#

So it's purely for aesthetic or lore reasons that you're looking to switch?

fervent wharf
smoky adder
#

In that case, I'd recommend discussing it with your DMs first.

fervent wharf
smoky adder
#

Let them know what you're looking for, and find out what they recommend.

fervent wharf
lyric fjord
#

Hey guys!! I’m new and don’t know much about dnd but have been interested in it for a while!!

lost silo
#

Morning Mr M.
There are some great links in the pins on this channel. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

silent heron
#

hey everyboddie houw are you guys doing

smoky adder
#

Welcome!

violet basin
#

Hi

silent heron
#

so how do you play D&D i hav 0 exiriens

smoky adder
#

But did you have any specific questions?

balmy tide
#

Hello, I'm new to this server. Is there any provision for talking about older editions of D&D here?

hearty escarp
balmy tide
unborn rain
#

How I play on dnd beyond

smoky adder
unborn rain
#

Nah like how I join a campaign

exotic remnantBOT
#
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smoky adder
#

After your DM creates a campaign on D&D Beyond, they'll find an invite URL at the top of the campaign page.

#

If they send you that link, you can use it to join the campaign with a new or existing character.

dreamy solstice
#

I like to join someone camping

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But I don’t know how to play

harsh fjord
#

Check out #learn-to-play and the rules linked in the pinned messages of this channel!

lethal cloud
#

I finished making my first character on D&D beyond today 😄

smoky adder
#

Nice! What kind?

wide flame
lethal cloud
#

A tiefling rogue

#

Their name is Qi

wide flame
#

Nice

sick vale
# lethal cloud A tiefling rogue

Cool
Apparently alot of ppl go for that combo
What wepon things did u choose (I think they are called proficiencys or something)

lost temple
#

Weapon masteries is the "if you attack someone with a warhammer they get pushed back by ten feet"

Proficiency is something else that basically works out as a +2 (or more depending on character level) to hit with any weapon that falls in certain criteria.

lean vortex
sick vale
lost temple
#

Proficiency is typically fixed based on class. Masteries is the one you choose.

cinder minnow
#

Hey, I've been interested in DnD for about a year now and have been in this server for just as long. However, I still don't know exactly what to do or how to get started. Do you guys know any places where I can join an online campaign?

strange cobalt
#

ME TOO, I used to be in an online campaign with some of my friends but we all got busy and dropped it, I’m feigning for a new one

tawny mulch
#

hellloooo

#

Can someone please explain how newcommers can get into games in here? I would appreciate it.

#

or is there a channel I can read to get started?

hearty escarp
#

Hey there. Here on the server we have separate channels for group finding: #find-a-game

#

That isn't to say that this server is the only place to look, but it's a good start.

tawny mulch
#

even for those who have experienced DnD only in BG3? 😄 I kind of got interested and wanted to try it out. I have never played before.

hearty escarp
tawny mulch
#

I sure will! Thanks a million. ♥

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sick vale
hearty yoke
#

Hello

lost silo
#

Afternoon Nikita

hearty yoke
lyric fjord
#

Helloo

hearty yoke
lost silo
#

I am great and u

lyric fjord
hearty yoke
#

i’m doing well, thankyou.

hearty yoke
lyric fjord
#

happy to hear

hearty yoke
#

In which time zone are you located?

lost silo
#

CST

echo kelp
#

Hey fine folks! Let’s keep things on topic - timezones isn’t really the topic for this channel! 😉

cinder minnow
lyric fjord
#

same it is a bit overwhelming

cinder minnow
shadow stream
#

The best way to learn the game is by playing it. Experience is the best teacher imo!

Still, the main things you need to know are the ones that you need to note in your character sheet and what actions can be taken in combat.

You will figure the rest with time :D

lyric fjord
cinder minnow
shadow stream
cinder minnow
cinder minnow
lyric fjord
harsh fjord
#

If they don't specify, you can always ask if they're open to new players!

raw raft
#

As Rogue I got Weapon Mastery at level 1, and use it for shortsword and dagger.

Can I use dagger nick weapon mastery to attack with both shortsword and dagger as part of one action, and then use bonus action and light property of weapon to make another attack?

main fulcrum
#

No. The Light weapon property is once per turn, even if you move it with Nick

shadow stream
raw raft
#

Aha, nevermind, two editions.

vale flame
#

What's AC? Agility Check?

hearty escarp
#

It stands for armor class

vale flame
#

Oh ok mines only 12 for a human druid

hearty escarp
#

That's not very high, but with a bit of luck, your character can stay back while someone with a higher ac gets more attention from adversaries.

#

If you have a shield, you can also equip that for a +2 bonus to AC.

vale flame
#

I mean he's only level 1

hearty escarp
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Yup yup, but a fighter will probably have at last 16 AC. Never hurts to be cautious!

lean vortex
#

Wildshape will give good sirvival for low levels

vale flame
#

What survival good for?

lean vortex
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2014 atleast, idk how 2024 wildshape works

lofty roost
#

Note that Luuk isn't talking about the Survival skill but rather the ability to persevere in combat in general

hearty escarp
lean vortex
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Once you get lvl 2 just get moon druid and get like 40 hp from your bear 🙂

vale flame
#

Oh ok ya im new so I know nothing of the game yet

lean vortex
#

Youll learn by playing

hearty escarp
lean vortex
hearty escarp
#

No worries, just giving a heads up. When new people look at the game, it's likely that they're going to look at the new rules. Then it's contra productive to tell them old info.

vale flame
#

Ya i haven't played yet

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hearty escarp
#

Welcome. I recommend having a look at the links above to get started.

vale flame
#

I been watching people play it for the last couple of years

hearty escarp
#

I think that's how a lot of people first learn about the game. dndApprove
If something is confusing, feel free to ask here. People are usually really quick about giving the relevant information.

vale flame
#

Oh ok and ty it's just alot at once hah

lost silo
#

Evening Bevnie, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

wind heart
#

good evening everyone, im new could someone help me with my character sheet

gritty bone
#

Hey, I just got a character created, looking to actually get a campaign going.. How does one find a DM and a crew to go along with?

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lost silo
#

Hey Shorties, follow the easy steps in ⁠lfg-instructions-faq and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

worthy turtle
#

Hi, I am Haider. I have been watching critical role campaign 2 and am really enjoying it. I would like to know how do I start playing a campaign. There is no one who plays in my city. 🥲

harsh fjord
#

See the bot post above for connecting with other folks through the server's Looking for Game/Group channels!

mental berry
#

Hello, I have a party for 'traditional' D&D, i just need to know what to expect because I only have the 5e players handbook

echo kelp
#

Talk to your DM and group - every table is different about the tone and style of play

mental berry
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Ik there's more classes,races, and origions then the 5e one says, but im not sure if they blend together with other editions

#

Ok, I will talk to them during our session zero

echo kelp
#

Many D&D groups are fine with playing with core character options

mental berry
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So I could play a revenant, in theory, in 5e playing. because that race isnt in my notebook

#

my handbook*

echo kelp
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You'd need to check with your group (revenant is not a player character option - it's a monster statblock).

#

So allowing something like that would be "homebrew"

#

?homebrew

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#
What is homebrew?

The term homebrew can refer to a few things, but mostly means "unofficial rules," or rules that you won't find in an official D&D publication.

Homebrewing can be a Dungeon Master creating their own monster from scratch, writing their own adventure, or deciding to permit changes to existing rules to better fit their table or players' needs.

It's important to note that homebrew rules are only acceptable at non-organized tables, and homebrew rules cannot be used at Adventurers League tables. Always check with your DM on what homebrew is (or isn't) permitted at your table.

mental berry
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Thank you so much

#

But what about the artificer class? I thought it wasnt in 5e

#

nvm, i dont want to trouble you anymore.

echo kelp
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Artificer is available in Tasha's Cauldron of Everything book

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That's still 5e - just a different book which has that information.

mental berry
#

Oh, so its like a dlc but irl

echo kelp
#

Yep - it's not a "core" class

#

There are also subclasses that are not "core" which can be found in other books.

mental berry
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I only have the base handbook.

#

Oh.

#

Can you give me some examples?

echo kelp
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You can play D&D with just the free rules.
The books just provide more options.

mental berry
#

Ah, my dm probably has the extra books. thanks.

#

your very helpful.

echo kelp
#

An example of a subclass option not available in the free rules or core books would be Barbarian: Path of the Giant which can be found in Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants book.

sacred kiln
#

How does everybody here do it? Do you follow canon campaigns to get to level 20, do you homebrew the entire campaign, or a little of both? I'm just looking into how DMs add their players backstories into the main campaign with it being an actual DnD campaign.

velvet axle
#

I have a question, cause I’m making my first Homebrew campaign but I have no idea how to incorporate music, what’s a good app or like website

edgy onyx
smoky adder
jolly pivot
#

Hi guys, new here to D&D and have always wanted to try the game. Have zero experience and went on to the looking for players thread and found it pretty overwhelming and there seems to be a lot of games that are ongoing or have a lot of things going on that I have no idea what they're putting on the info tabs. Seems to be a lot of "competition" in terms of getting slots based on the Responses-to-AvailableSlots ratio as well. Is this normal?

hearty escarp
#

Yes, this is fairly normal. There is a well observed overabundance of players, not just because DMs also want to play.

#

To increase your chances of getting into a game, I recommend reading the onboarding posts carefully, as DMs will often do some filtering there already.

jolly pivot
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I see, thanks for the info and feedback.

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Unexpectedly feels like finding a job, but I get it. I'll see where this goes, thanks again ^_^

candid slate
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Hi guys! I'm new to dnd and I've been interested for a while. I want to make my firsts steps and finally play the game 😁

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hearty escarp
lyric fjord
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Heya I’m new to dnd and I’ve made my character but I’m struggling to make my character sheet anyone mind helping? ^^

wild onyx
lyric fjord
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Yes!

wild onyx
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How about ability scores? I always recommend using the standard array method.

lyric fjord
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I believe so but I have no clue if it’s balanced

wild onyx
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The numbers out of the standard array are presets, so no worry there.

What's good for your character will depend on which class they are.

lyric fjord
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I see, I’m quite confused about the saving throws and skills as well

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I’ve tried to fill them but again i have no idea if it’s correct :’

wild onyx
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Class determines which types of saves your character has proficiency in.

Proficiency gives you a little boost to the dice (+2 at first level, more as you level up).

Your class and background let you pick a number of skills to have proficiency in.

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/character-classes

Which one are you?

lyric fjord
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My character is a Paladin aasimar

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Acolyte background

wild onyx
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Paladins use their Charisma for spells and some other features, so that needs to be high. They often fight in close combat, so good Strength and Constitution are useful but because they can use heavy armour Dexterity is less of a priority.

lyric fjord
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Do you mind if I send you a picture of my character sheet through dms?

wild onyx
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Go ahead.

lyric fjord
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Thank you!!

blissful mason
wild onyx
crude musk
raw raft
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Shouldn't there be 2 channels, one for D&D 2014 and one for 2024?

crude musk
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Nope, as they're both D&D 5th edition

raw raft
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Do we preface each question with the version of the edition?

crude musk
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The only different is the core rule books; 2014 PHB, DMG, and MM vs 2024 PHB, DMG and MM
Everything else is the same

raw raft
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Gotcha.

crude musk
smoky adder
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Folks here will probably assume you mean 2024 unless you specify otherwise.

half hearth
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Hey I recently got into the game with a friend group in college and now that friend groups now disbanded leaving just me.

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I’m looking to better understand the games rules so one day I may be able to DM

smoky adder
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Welcome! #dnd-rules can always help if you have questions about a specific rule.

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(Helping to answer questions in there can be good practice for answering questions at your table, too!)

dense stirrup
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Heya, fair ill head there now

raw raft
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I'm confused about cunning action hide for rogue. You'd only use that in-combat, but it isn't invisibility - you can't hide if someone sees you, so what's the point?

crude musk
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Because hiding is normally an action, so being able to hide as a bonus action leaves you free to use your action

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And the idea is you hide behind something

arctic acorn
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While the rogue is hidden the character can't be targeted. Also hiding offers you the opportunity to use your Sneak Attack ability which is the rogue's main source of damage.

smoky adder
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Making an attack while hidden gives you advantage on the attack. (And then leaves you un-hidden.)

arctic acorn
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But yes, hiding in an open field might not work. But if you're in an open library or in a cave with big rocks or crevices you're golden.

arctic acorn
raw raft
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Yes, I understand, but I don't understand how it works.

I'm melee slashy-slashy. I use cunning action hide with movement behind something. How do I use my attack action to sneak attack because I'd have to walk back from where I come from... and in combat, all creatures are aware everywhere.

So it only works with range?

smoky adder
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Yeah, probably not viable in that case.

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(You'll want to pay attention to level 3's Steady Aim instead.)

raw raft
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So, I use cunning action + movement to hide, and from hiddne position I use range attack for stealth damage?

crude musk
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No, there's no "stealth damage"

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You get advantage on the attack because you're an unseen attacker

raw raft
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Sneak Attack*

crude musk
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That advantage could allow you to use sneak attack which would give you additional damage

smoky adder
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And you can use Sneak Attack because you have advantage.

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Steady Aim similarly gives you advantage (and therefore a chance to use Sneak Attack) by standing your ground.

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So when you're in melee range and not moving anyway, it's an easy way to boost that attack.

crude musk
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Also hiding isn't just useful for getting sneak attack, it's also good for shaking off enemy attention so you can reposition for example

raw raft
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What about the "creature in combat is alert of all danger around it" and you can't use hiding against it?

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That's the part that confuses me.

hidden glade
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Hey! I'm new around here and DnD. A friend told me to play with him and I agreed, but I really have no idea right now of what to do :').

I'd like to play something related to archery, mixed with stealth if possible, but I don't know what class or classes I should play (my friend told me there were multi classes or smth), as well as subclasses.

Do you have any recommendations? I guess I should have rogue as first or second class, but I don't know if I should mix it or not

crude musk
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There's no "behind" or "blind spot", it means a creature has 360 situational awareness, not just in the direction they're looking

raw raft
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So, does that mean I can use cunning action hiding in-combat?

smoky adder
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If you can find a place to hide, yeah.

crude musk
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it means it's possible to hide during combat full stop

raw raft
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So, I have to use an object or creatire that blocks the enemy's line of sight to use hide action, correct?

crude musk
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Yes

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Unless invisible, you can't hide if someone is looking directly at you and can see you

smoky adder
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But if you want stealth and archery, rogue is indeed a good choice.

raw raft
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Enemy X is middle of the room. Room has 4 pillars. I go behind one pillar and use cunning action hide. It is normal hall, not darkness, no shadows. Given the enemy has 360 awareness, it seen me go behind the pillar. It lost line-of-sight. Am I able to hide, and am I hidden, or am I not hidden?

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SO, being heavily obscured is optional then.

smoky adder
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No, it's not.

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But being behind the pillar obscures you.

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Well...

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To do so, you must succeed on a DC 15 Dexterity (Stealth) check while you’re Heavily Obscured or behind Three-Quarters Cover or Total Cover, and you must be out of any enemy’s line of sight; if you can see a creature, you can discern whether it can see you.

raw raft
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Aha, my apologies; I thought heavily obscured is only when you're in darkness, fog, etc.

smoky adder
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Technically the pillar here counts as full cover.

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So rule-wise, you're right. It's not actually "Heavily Obscured".

raw raft
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Damn, is it just me or it's a very complicated system. 😄

earnest sundial
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generally dms will just tell you if it is or isnt possible to hide, then give a dc for it

hidden glade
arctic acorn
raw raft
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OK, so I walk behind pillar, roll over 15, I was able to get hidden.

"if you can see a creature, you can discern whether it can see you."

Does that mean if I stick out and try to take a sneak-attack with my bow, is my hide condition cancelled? Since I can see the creature, then it means it can see me as well?

arctic acorn
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Yes. But only after the attack.

raw raft
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OK, so I got one attack with advantage from all this work, that is a range attack.

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Gotcha.

smoky adder
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You stop being hidden immediately after any of the following occurs: you make a sound louder than a whisper, an enemy finds you, you make an attack roll, or you cast a spell with a Verbal component.

earnest sundial
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if you hide behind a pillar and then sneak attack. the creature will know youre there after you make the attack

arctic acorn
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So you don't lose anything. You just gotta hide again if you want to stay hidden.

lean vortex
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Which you can do with your bonus action

smoky adder
arctic acorn
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I am actually a little surprised that people are saying that you can't achieve this in melee. I thought you could.

raw raft
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OK, so: I move behind pillar, cunning bonus action hide, pass my stealth check, I'm hidden. I get one attack with advantage and my location is revealed once more whether hit or miss. All clear.

lean vortex
arctic acorn
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If you want to hide again.

raw raft
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YOu'd also engage attack of opportunity each time, since you're using cunning action to hide rather than disengange, so it's bad idea.

smoky adder
raw raft
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It only works with range.

arctic acorn
raw raft
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Are 2 attacks, 2 turns in one round?

smoky adder
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You can only use Sneak Attack once per turn -- so on one of your two attacks that turn.

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The advantage to having two attacks is that if the first misses, you still have a chance to get Sneak Attack with the second.

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(If the first hits, you definitely want to use Sneak Attack on that one, since the second could miss.)

raw raft
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Is there a way to turn reaction into an attack, and thus trigger 2 sneak attacks?

arctic acorn
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Anyway the cool thing about rogues is that (despite the memes about them being lone wolves) they flourish when they have friends alongside them. The Sneak Attack feature also activates when an ally is next to the enemy.

lost temple
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A turn is you going.

A round is everyone going.

So you can sneak attack twice in a round if something happens that allows you to use your reaction to attack on someone else's turn. Like dissonant whispers.

raw raft
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Do tell please.

smoky adder
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You can also use the Ready action to define your own reaction for that round.

lost temple
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Thief rogue, bribing your DM for bracer of flying daggers to attack as a bonus action, then readying your main action to attack.

smoky adder
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If an enemy isn't close enough to attack, but you suspect they'll rush up to you, you might take the Ready action to attack when an enemy moves into range.

arctic acorn
raw raft
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Battlemaster, fighter. Huh. This seems great - riposte is exactly what would suit my character. I think I'll go assasin/battle master.

lost temple
raw raft
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5 battlemaster, 15 rogue or something like that.

smoky adder
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Worth noting that Rogues can already attack twice per turn by using Light weapons.

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If you use the Nick weapon mastery, you can make it even more effective.

signal rock
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is there any free DnD games Im completley new and I would like to learn.

harsh fjord
marble falcon
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I’m kinda new like if in first with no brain

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harsh fjord
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The links above are a good place to start!

light wyvern
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Hey there! I’m on here looking for a bit of guidance. I have absolutely no clue on where to start and how to get into playing dnd. The idea and how people have described in makes it seem very fun but everytime I went to make a character I got discouraged. With the help of a co-worker, I was finally able to make my first character and was reaching out on here of hopes of finding a group that would be willing to help me out on trying a campaign. Anything helps!

vital sail
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?lfg

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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.
vital sail
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These have some helpful links. Feel free to ask other questions.

harsh fjord
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The command is ?looking, for future reference!

vital sail
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Thanks

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Do you know if there is a spot that lists all the commands?

harsh fjord
tight badge
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Hello, i am new at DnD, i just bought my first dice set and i would like to play, i am a complete beginner but i know some Basic rules of the game, i am looking someone to play with, beginner or advanced player, i want to learn and just have fun, thanks for any feedback 🙏😋

harsh fjord
tight badge
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Oh, thank you very much 🙏

vale flame
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Does the looking for players go by city and state?

harsh fjord
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You're more likely to find online games through the posts. Not to say there are no in-person ads, but I suspect they are few and far between.

smoky adder
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If you want a local game, you're better off searching locally.

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Check your local library or game store, for example.

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Or an online forum dedicated to events in your area.

worn brook
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Hi! I'm new to D&D. I did some research so i think i know the basic rules. But i don't have any equipment as of yet. Can i still play without physical dice?

harsh fjord
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Yep! You can roll dice online for free through websites or some virtual tabletops!

worn brook
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thank you so much! i'm looking to play an online game but the requests on the looking-for-players seem to be daunting. Is there any way to find a group of players who are willing to take a total newbie or maybe a group of new players ?

harsh fjord
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There's no specific section for beginner-friendly games, unfortunately. You'll need to search to see if anyone mentions being open to new folks, but many don't think to do that. So the likeliest route is to just ask!

worn brook
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alright. Thank you for helping!

wild onyx
worn brook
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i don't but thank you! i'll check it out.

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How do you reply to looking for players messages? just message the person asking?

harsh fjord
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In the thread under their posting. Or send them a direct message if they specify that as their preference.

worn brook
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ok cool

signal rock
raw raft
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If my rogue is disarmed, is his hand-to-hand treated as a fines weapon for sneak attack?

lost temple
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Not RAW because it isn't a finesse or ranged weapon as far as I know.

wheat crystal
raw raft
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Hmmm.

teal raft
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Where do I even begin I’ve been wanting to play D&D for years and finally had the courage to look for people to play with

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worn brook
lyric fjord
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im also very new to DnD

solar valley
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Me too, tho I haven’t playing in a good while

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I’m technically not new ish

lyric fjord
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ah I see i just learned the "basic" rules thats it

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wheat crystal
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Welcome everyone!

lyric fjord
worn brook
lyric fjord
wheat crystal
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If you haven’t checked already there’s a bunch of newbie resources in this channel’s pins as well as #learn-to-play , including a link to the Free Rules. I recommend reading through and making a practice character as you go along. I say to do this before joining a group because it helps set expectations for the game and makes it easier to join a group if you come in knowing stuff already.

If you feel ready, you can use #find-a-game to use this server to find a group. But this isn’t the only place to do so. Here’s some other ideas:

  • Other TTRPG & DnD discord servers
  • TTRPG & DnD social media groups (e.g. Reddit’s r/lfg)
  • TTRPG & DnD forums (e.g. roll20, D&DBeyond forums)
  • Local game stores & libraries
  • School clubs (if you’re in school/uni)
lyric fjord
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oh thank you sounds good

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I cant really decide what role im most interested in haha

wheat crystal
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Role? Do you mean deciding between being a DM or player?

lyric fjord
wheat crystal
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I’d say pick which one has the mechanics you vibe with better. D&D doesn’t really have traditional MMO roles like “DPS, Healer, and Tank”

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Cleric is often considered, or rather misconceptualized as a “healbot” for example, but only 1 subclass really focuses on healing abilities. It’s actually a very customizable class

lyric fjord
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ohh I see thankyou

tight badge
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I am glad that i am not the only one that Is trying to learn the game, i would love to make some sessions online with some of youdndCheers

vestal dome
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Hello I’m kinda new to this I mostly play bg3

lapis cliff
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Hello guys

echo kelp
lapis cliff
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I tried but it says i dont have a permission to write there

echo kelp
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Did you read the really important information and instructions in #find-a-game ?

lapis cliff
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oh

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let me read then

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sorry

echo kelp
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No worries! Again you can private message the person posting the game or use the thread attached to the game posting to indicate interest.

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But to post in the Looking For Game channels you have to use the bot.

vestal dome
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I want to ask somthing

echo kelp
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Sure go ahead

vestal dome
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What’s the differences between the versions

echo kelp
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You mean different editions of D&D?

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The current edition is 5th edition

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Different editions may have significant differences in game mechanics and character options/roles.

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If you mean the difference between 2024 and 2014 rules in 5th edition - there's really not a lot of differences.
The 2024 updates are more of polishing up and refinement of the 2014 materials.

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vestal dome
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What’s a good online version

echo kelp
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Currently 5th edition is the most widely available edition (as it's the current edition).

lapis cliff
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I have one question. can i ask

echo kelp
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Sure - you don't have to ask to ask

vestal dome
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I just don’t want to bother you

lapis cliff
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ok okay. Should i look for a specific tag(the offers in the looking for community ) for newbies? or its just usually open to everyone?

harsh fjord
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I'd recommend looking for any posts that specify beginners or new players, but lots of folks don't say they're open, even if they actually are. If you find there aren't many that do specify, find games you are interested in and ask the posters if they're open to new players!

vestal dome
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What’s some things do I need to know from bg3 that’s different from dnd

harsh fjord
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The rules linked earlier tell you what you need to know. Going over the differences would probably take just as much time.

timber torrent
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Hello hello

lost temple
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You can't revive people using an action when they go down you have to heal them using something that restores hp. The best you can do otherwise is stabilise them which stops them from bleeding out.

You can't attack with an offhand weapon as a bonus weapon unless you specifically attack with a different light weapon first.

Those are the two main ones I have to tell people a lot at the game shop.

timber torrent
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I recently decided to start dnd. Tho I'm not sure what I'm doing

exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
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Those links are a good place to start!

timber torrent
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Thanks

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Currently in the process of using the app. Making a character.

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I'm resigning the bio. Hehe

lapis cliff
stray geyser
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Helloo :3 Recently one of my teachers who likes dnd got my a starter and essentials kit. Wanted to learn more about DNDdndLurk

exotic remnantBOT
lyric fjord
normal junco
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anyone know how to find a DM
my last one needs therapy

echo kelp
fathom sigil
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hello

lost silo
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Hi free

umbral veldt
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So question…
This is an idea for a Discord bot I have, (I’ll copy and paste what I have about the “what this bot is for”), and I’m wondering if there’s already a fully functional free version of D&D that’s exclusively digital? So no need to meet people irl (ew socializing)

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Purpose of this bot:
this bot will enable players to utilize the entire D&D franchise from a single bot, from character creation, keeping track of inventories, Battles, Storyline, map creation etc.
You will be able to make multiple characters, Each character will have a “save file” that will track its levels, stats, Equipment, weight, inventory, good/evil, And so much more.
You will be able to search for specific rules or monsters (or search for types or other stuff) or create your own monsters (as a DM) or you will be able to select/search from a list of preset magical items or create your own (exclusively for DM’s).
And so much more!!
This bot will help bring a digital version of Dungeons & Dragons To life, enabling almost anyone who wants to play, but lacks the social ability to go out and meet new people, to do so!
All you need is discord, and the ability to listen to a DM through VC)

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Copy & pasted as promised UmbyHeHe

wheat crystal
# umbral veldt So question… This is an idea for a Discord bot I have, (I’ll copy and paste wha...

Not sure if your question relates to learning the game. You might find better help in general #dnd-discussion

That being said, the free version of 5e is the content found within the Free Rules (as seen in this channel’s pins and #learn-to-play ). Online campaigns are extremely popular as well so you’d only need to meet people IRL if you wanted an in-person game.

Your bot would need to compete with D&DBeyond, D&D’s official tool, as well as pretty much every other VTT.

umbral veldt
wheat crystal
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Virtual Tabletop

umbral veldt
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Oooo, ty

umbral veldt
wheat crystal
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Such as roll20, Foundry, Owlbear Rodeo, and Sigil

gritty bone
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hey question

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whats the ruling on abilities? im assuming i cant jusr reroll infinitely until i get some good rolls. But if i get a god roll on my first roll is it valid?

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if i select to roll for abilities, do i need the DM present for the roll. in that case, if i were to use the character in another campaign, would i have to then roll again in front of that DM

echo kelp
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

All creatures have six abilities that measure physical and mental characteristics: Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma.

Each ability has a score from 1 to 20, which represents the magnitude of an ability. Each ability also has a modifier from -5 to +5, derived from its score. Add the modifier when you make a D20 Test with the corresponding ability or when a rule asks you to do so.

Determine your ability scores by using one of the following three methods. Your DM might prefer you to use a particular one.

  • Standard Array. Use the following six scores for your abilities: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8.
  • Random Generation. Roll four d6s and record the total of the highest three dice. Do this five more times, so you have six numbers.
  • Point Cost. You have 27 points to spend on your ability scores. The cost of each score is shown on the Ability Score Point Costs table. For example, a score of 14 costs 7 of your 27 points.

After assigning your ability scores, adjust them according to your background. Finally, determine your ability modifiers using the Ability Scores and Modifiers table. Write the modifier next to each of your scores.

finite flax
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I'm using D&D beyond to create a character. At the section where you get like 100 GP and have the option to buy equipment, You convert that GP instead into money? Because I noticed it has like a money option at the very bottom. My character's technically an aristocrat so if possible I'd like to convert it to money just for lore reasons

smoky adder
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GP is money.

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Gold Pieces

finite flax
wheat crystal
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Usually yes. Most classes need at least some of their starting equipment to function. What class are you?

finite flax
smoky adder
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A rogue will have a hard time without weapons, for one.

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You probably want some armor, too.

wheat crystal
# gritty bone if i select to roll for abilities, do i need the DM present for the roll. in tha...

As for this, since your question slipped through:
You can do whatever stat method you want if you’re just making a practice character, theorycrafting, etc. Using rolled stats in a game is almost exclusively done at a DM’s request and done under their supervision to prevent cheating (aka re-rolling constantly until you get a good array, or just manually setting scores and claiming they were rolled). Because of this it’s recommended to use Standard Array or Point Buy to make characters you want to play but haven’t found a campaign for yet.

As for character transfer, it’s rare but not unheard of to play the same character in another DM’s game. There’s a lot of nuance to the situation, but generally the stat method for a character is still up to the second DM; they may require you to reroll or use another method for stat generation. You will likely also have to reset any items, levels, narrative etc gained from the first DM’s campaign.

vagrant thunder
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Hey guys, I’ve been playing D&D for about a year now as a player. I’m starting a The Hoard of The Dragon Queen with a couple of party’s as a first time DM. Any advice?

vital sail
vagrant thunder
vital sail
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My biggest advice is to remember that this is collaborative storytelling. You work with the players to tell an awesome story. Be fair but be challenging and consistent.

edgy onyx
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Hoard of the Dragon Queen was released before 5e was, so lot of things in it are unbalanced and kind of notoriously "railroady", so it can be a bit difficult for first time. One suggestion is to check some sdvice on how others have handled specific parts of the adventure, like in #1029833015423143957

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hasty agate
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Hi dont know anything dnd related but watched a playthrough dmed by koibu with OTV members, was wondering where to get started, making my first character/finding a group to play with ect.

edgy onyx
safe crown
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Hey guys im looking for a DM, could anyone explain me how to create a ticket?

edgy onyx
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See #find-a-game , you'll find a command listed to make a ticket

safe crown
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Awesome thank you

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Do i need to follow any specific format?

edgy onyx
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The command will give you options to fill in, so just follow those, and the server rules #rules

safe crown
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Thx so much :))

acoustic flame
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Hi, I was wondering where I go to find a gaming group to play D&D with ?

crude musk
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#find-a-game is where all the info is on game finding within this server (and also more in general)

sick vale
reef knoll
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hello

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what dice and how to use them for fighting

hearty escarp
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You'll have to go through some of that text. It explains most of how the game works.

reef knoll
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ty

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what weapon do sorcerers use

hearty escarp
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Most often I've seen them use spells to attack, so no weapons at all. But they could use simple weapons like a quarterstaff.

reef knoll
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wait if they dont use weapons what dice do they roll to attack

hearty escarp
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The spells themselves will say how many dice to roll.

reef knoll
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fire ball?

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i only know that soo

mortal garden
# reef knoll what weapon do sorcerers use

When you look at your class, there'll be a section called "Weapon Proficiencies". For sorcerers, it says "simple weapons". In the section with weapons, you'll see a simple weapon are things like daggers and quarterstaffs.

In your class, you'll also see "starting equipment" and there's almost certainly a simple weapon in that list you can start with. ✌️

hearty escarp
reef knoll
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wait so i roll 1 D10

hearty escarp
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That's the damage if you hit, yes.

reef knoll
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wait d10 is 0-9

hearty escarp
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First you'll be making a ranged spell attack (it also says that) and if you hit, you deal 1d10 damage.

hearty escarp
reef knoll
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okay lemme roll

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i got 6 what now

hearty escarp
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If you were in a fight, your character would have dealt 6 fire damage to their target.

reef knoll
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how much does vecna have hp im not fighting vecna but im curious

hearty escarp
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272, but Vecna is a very tough opponent - not something you're likely to face

reef knoll
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yea

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btw i have question about dungeon floor i made

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so i đade it like s floor where there is pressure plates and if u step on wrong one u get teleported to beggining of the floor

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made*

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is that good enough

edgy onyx
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Sounds like a solid trap

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Mostly an obstacle which players could presumably remember the location of to avoid it, or make use of it

reef knoll
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for seccond floor i made small open area with living statues there and they guard the door to 3rd floor "tavern or safe zone"

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at what floor should i make my players face an a boss

stray geyser
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Hey is it possible to be a dragonborn rouge? Just wondering since I was wanting this for my character

crude musk
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totally possible

timid locust
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Any species can be used with any class

stray geyser
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Im gonna be honest I though rouge was a race when I started dnd💔

dapper rain
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Anyone knows if there are sessions to teach new players? To explain. Everything? (Aside making a character, though id really need explanation about how to get them stats rolling)

wild onyx
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Aside from that, you can find games here with #find-a-game or elsewhere with LFG on Reddit, Roll20 or the D&D Beyond forums for starters. Most games are perfectly happy to take new players but do read the descriptions and ask their DMs if you have any questions.

dapper rain
jade solar
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guys how to play d&d beyond?

reef knoll
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guys an enemie just attacked me and my brother in campaing rn and im dm how to decide how much me and my brother have hp and how much did the enemie deal dmg

crude musk
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you don't play D&D Beyond, D&D Beyond is a toolset and digital library to help you play D&D

reef knoll
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help pls

exotic remnantBOT
crude musk
crude musk
reef knoll
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dnd is too hard 😦

crude musk
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Have you tried reading the relevant rules? You don't have to read them all

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Literally chapter 1, Playing the Game, is all you need to get started

reef knoll
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can anyone just tell me i need it asap 😦

crude musk
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No, that's not how it works

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We don't know what enemies you're fighting (it'd be quicker for you to look them up), we don't know what classes you and your brother are playign (again, quicker for you to look it up) or what hit points you have (you guessed it, easier for you to look it up)

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Like, presumably if you're playing D&D you've done the character creation process and should have character sheets that list your maximum and current hit points

normal plank
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What do v and s mean in components for spells

crude musk
onyx canyon
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I want to play a ranger who lurks in the dark, stalks enemies and darkness like a sort of darkness based damage (like the opposite of radiant damage) does that exist?

timid locust
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Sounds exactly like the Gloomstalker subclass for Ranger!

onyx canyon
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Is that in normal 5e? Or do I have to home brew it

smoky adder
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That’s an official subclass.

onyx canyon
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Thanks!!

smoky adder
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Most recently found in the 2024 Player’s Handbook.

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(If your group is using the 2014 PHB, you’ll want the version in Xanathar’s Guide to Everything instead.)

sick vale
main bridge
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Completely new to D&D. Going through the "Learn to Play" material rn. Any additional recommendations would be appreciated!

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lavish pine
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hey where could I find different custom classes?

harsh fjord
blazing gyro
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Hi, are there like teams willing to take newcomers? I'm wondering if being new affects somehow the roleplay because maybe I'm pausing too much to ask doubts. Is it better to initiate will a fill squad of newcomers ?

lost silo
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Custom classes could theoretically be infinite and no source would help. If yer in D&D beyond, u can search home brew classes and you’ll find probably 10’s of 1000’s

timid locust
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I also would highly, highly recommend not attempting to use a custom class as a new player.

lost silo
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I like having a mix of veterans and new folks.

timid locust
crude musk
royal kite
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Hello, I am Luke, From the UK, brand new to D&D (played twice) but absolutely love it! Still learning so much and am so intrigued on learning more. Currently doing a half 1 shot half campaigny thing with my brother and his friends but with work schedules and whatnot, its very hard for us all to find time to play. If anyone wants to start a group with this newbie and show me the ropes, I would certainly appreciate it. Would love to try out "proper" D&D with some hard enthusiasts. This game has genuinely taken over my life, its all I think about and I would love to play when I can't "play" if you catch me. FANKS!!

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crude musk
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Please don't ping me
You said "u can search home brew classes and you’ll find probably 10’s of 1000’s" which is neither what you just said, nor accurate or helpful to newcomers

lost silo
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Sorry I replied to your message and didn’t realize it would ping you

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I find that there over 20,000 home brew sub-classes on D&D Beyond which can be used to over all homebrew your characters over all class and how it plays in the game. That’s just what is on their site alone. If one were to search the entire World Wide Web , I would fathom a guess that you could find FAR more than that. So my apologies for a slight misuse of the terminology, but I believe my thought answered the question appropriately and was to drive home the point that there is an endless amount of ways to play the game.

stuck yacht
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Hello all! I am looking to get into dnd. I just want to use what the dnd website has. What would be recommended to get? Also how do you find groups?

lost silo
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Hey domakind,
There are some great links in the pins on this channel. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

stuck yacht
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Thank you Mitcho Chano!

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young arch
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Hay

lost silo
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howday

tawny lichen
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Hey I’m new I need everything I can get cause my friends won’t let me join their campaign cause I’m a newbie

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And also a little of context I know nothing

lost silo
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Hey Coon. There are some great links in the pins on this channel. Then when you’re ready, follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

charred raft
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hello bello

lost silo
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Howdy

wet thistle
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Does anyone have a promo code for the dnd beyond website? I'm looking to buy the physical starter kit for the dragons of stormwreck Isle for my first campaign thank you

stone grotto
wet thistle
stone grotto
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you could probably also get started with the free rules offered on dnd beyond. It doesn't have quite everything, but to get started it's more than enough.

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the new starter set isn't coming out till septemer 😒

wet thistle
stiff ingot
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hi

lost silo
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Evenin Garlic!

stiff ingot
lost silo
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follow the easy steps in #find-a-game and you’ll have full access to look for games and to post what you are looking for.

stiff ingot
final pendant
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For two weapon fighting since it doesn't let you dual wield, what is the benefit of it? I don't understand what it allows you to do

smoky adder
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If you attack with one Light weapon, you can take a Bonus Action to attack with another.

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But you don’t add your ability modifier to the damage of that Bonus Action.

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The Two-Weapon Fighting fighting style lets you overcome that last limitation.

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It allows you to once again add your ability modifier to that attack, thereby causing more damage than you would otherwise.

final pendant
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Isn't that the same as dual wield?

smoky adder
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“Dual wield” isn’t a term used in the rules.

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Well…

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There is a feat called Dual Wielder.

final pendant
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True

smoky adder
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But any character can use the Light BA.

lyric fjord
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Yo guys can anyone teach me how to play DND because I'm new to it

smoky adder
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Welcome! There’s some good info in #learn-to-play that can help you get started, but if you’ve got any specific questions, fire away!

dim shore
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what's a good resource for a newbie dm to get stat blocks for monsters for free? am interested in dm-ing, but i don't want to pay for a book to learn to dm and get basic monster stat blocks just to realize i dont want to do it or that no one is having fun

lofty roost
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The Basic Rules have a bunch of stat blocks to play with

dim shore
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oh wow, it shows me stuff on the desktop version

i was looking through it this morning on my phone and they all kept redirecting me to the monster's manual and the dm's guide to dnd, which sucked

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thanks!

lost temple
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Reddit "Better Monsters"

sick vale
wheat crystal
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What you may be thinking of is that TWF allows for more attacks in one turn, thereby giving more chances to proc Sneak Attack if you missed preceding attacks.

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Not sure where you’re getting the free disengage though. Disengage is an Action, which level 2+ Rogues can do as a Bonus Action regardless of what weapon they’re holding.

dim shore
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also, when the rule describe a 15 foot cube or a 5 foot cube, does it mean 15 foot originating from the player in all directions in the shape of a cube or a 15 foot length cube total? i.e. is it 15 foot to the left and to the right or 5 foot where the player stands, 5 foot to the left and 5 foot to the right?

mortal garden
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In 2014, the PHB lists it out here. In 2024, it's still in the PHB but in the rules glossary (here).

So to answer your question, the point of origin of the cube is anywhere on its surface (so check your range to know where that cube-origin can be in relation to you, the caster).

For the size of the cube, the game expresses the size using the length of one side of the cube. So a 15 ft cube is 15 ft on one side (15 ft by 15 ft). Edit: So your 5 feet to the left and 5 feet to the right is right. That's because that's a total of 15 feet for the length of the side of the cube.

Hope that helps!

dim shore
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cool!

astral flax
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Hello ☺️ . I recently became interested in DnD cause of Baldurs Gate 3. And I wanted to learn how to play the game! I just don't know what to do or where to start? 😆

edgy onyx
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#learn-to-play has some good resources to get started 😎
And this newcomers channel is a great place to ask if you have any specific questions

lunar nacelle
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Howdy folks! I have been playing Baldurs Gate for years, and I would love to explore table top games! Never tried before, so first timer here!

exotic remnantBOT
sick vale
# wheat crystal Two-Weapon Fighting does not double sneak attack damage, nor does it allow free ...

Can't u trigger sneak attack on any attack that u have advantage on
So if u have a rapper and a dagger u can hit normality with the rapier (which is a sneak attack if an teammate is close enough) and then use the advantage fact that the rapier gives you advantage on your next roll against the person in the same turn to also get a sneak attack with the dagger, after that u can still use your special moove to disingage

hearty escarp
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Sneak attack can only be triggered once per turn, it's one of its core limitations.

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So no matter how many times you attack, it can only be used on one of those attacks.

sick vale
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Oh I didn't know that

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Ig it's good it doesn't work like that because it seemed kinda op

hearty escarp
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indeed

wheat crystal
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To review Sneak Attack. It shows the core limitation at the beginning of the second sentence.

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Notably, the limitation of once per turn does not mean once per round. So a Rogue can Sneak Attack “twice” if they are able to use it on their turn and if they have the ability to attack with their reaction (e.g. opportunity attack)

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And as before, using Cunning Action to Disengage as a Bonus Action is independent of dual-wielding weapons. A Rogue can use it regardless of them wielding one shortsword, two daggers, a bow, etc.

lofty pivot
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Is ascendant dragon monk a good subclass now

fresh fable
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Good is subjective

wheat crystal
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I wouldn’t worry about what’s “good” starting out. What will be good is highly dependent on your preferred playstyle, party composition, build, table, etc. As such, focus on if Ascendant Dragon is fun for you specifically

lofty pivot
sick vale
# lofty pivot I see thx

But monk was buffed to have a ton of movement and stuf so I would probably go monk and chose the subclass that goes best with the campaign at lvl 3

reef knoll
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hello i have quick question

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what spell for wizard does most dmg