#dnd-newcomers

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hoary arch
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Okay thanks I will try 👍🏼

tiny beacon
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I already have that sheet, because I and my friends are a players of D&D since one year, I'm looking for the new, but in Italian, the sheet that you can find in the new player's handbook; there's someone that can help me?

whole plover
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Hello

wild onyx
whole plover
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Nothing much

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Just checking in with a few questions on my first character I wanna build

marble quest
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first character is exciting!!

whole plover
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I'm pretty sure I have the idea done, because I was talking to denix and emerald last night and they helped me

brave star
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hii

whole plover
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Hi

brave star
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this chat is for helping newcomers to the dnd right?

wild onyx
whole plover
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Yea

brave star
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is level 3 character and 2 week playing expirience considered newcomer

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like i know basic mechanics and stuff

whole plover
wild onyx
brave star
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but if it happens its so over for our party

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💔

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btw hes dragonborn paladin

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paladin vampire 💔

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hes already got bitten by true vampire, so ig he has the curse

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so when he dies AND gets buried he will become weak vampire right

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and he has to drink blood of true vamprie to become true vampire himself

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am i right?

whole plover
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I think that sounds true, but don't trust my opinion, I've never played

brave star
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so if i will NOT let his hp get down to 0 and get him buried then he wont turn into vampire?

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cuz i can burn his coffin and heal him and shi

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so can i prevent that?

whole plover
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Gimme a sec

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Here's what I found

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In D&D 5e, dying from a true vampire's bite and being buried will result in you becoming a vampire spawn, not a true vampire. To become a true vampire, you would need to be intentionally turned by a true vampire

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If that's the format you're playing

hearty escarp
brave star
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?

marble quest
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yeah, I think it has to happen when the bite happens

whole plover
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That's good to know deva

marble quest
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Also, this would be a great place for your DM to decide how they want to have it happen in the game

brave star
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but he prob got bitten

marble quest
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oh lol. Then maybe! You''l just have to wait and find out then haha

hearty escarp
hearty escarp
marble quest
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I love secrets at the table. Right now I'm playing an evil character who wants to rule the world and nobody but the DM knows haha

brave star
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well my plan is to burn the coffin and dont let my bitten teammate get 0 hp

ionic sentinel
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this is for your DM to decide

marble quest
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The 0 HP thing wont matter. It only matters if it's caused by a bite

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so like, if you're bitten, and two weeks later you're at 0 hp and buried, nothing happens

brave star
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damn

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well so i plan on becoming lycanthrope

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werebear to be specific

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to fight my vampiric teammate

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my teammate LOWKEY evil lmao im 100% he will kill our party lmao

hearty escarp
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And everyone at the table is fine with that?

brave star
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no one but dm and me and my teammate knows that

hearty escarp
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Well no, what I mean is in a more general meaning. Is everyone at the table fine with pvp?

brave star
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its not a serious campaign it has a lot of humor and unserious moments so it considered as a not serious fight but i still want to have some trick in my pocket

brave star
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as a joke ofc

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he were trapped in room with gas but we decided to not help

wild onyx
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It's worth a conversation with the other players first. Players shouldn't generally be hiding things from each other. Their characters can totally be in the dark about things, but the players should know what's going on.

brave star
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but eventually we all just laughed lmao

brave star
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cuz i should not know this lol it supposed to be a secret between my teammate and dm

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but anyways

hearty escarp
brave star
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i want to become lycanthrope, werebear

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to fight vampire teammate later

hearty escarp
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That's more "ask your DM" territory tbh.

brave star
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my character is firbolg druid. by lore his favorite animal is bears

hearty escarp
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As I've established, I don't think so.

brave star
hearty escarp
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No, pvp sucks

brave star
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oh i see

hearty escarp
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And also yes, lycanthropy depends heavily on the DM and it might just mean your character becomes an npc if they get infected.

brave star
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what abt lycanthropia then? is it weaker than vampirism or they're ~equal?

brave star
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well i know my dm

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he will probably be good with lycanthropia

hearty escarp
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Both of these are bad pc endings, essentially. Not to be used as a sort of "buff" or story element unless the DM facilitates that.

brave star
hearty escarp
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Your pc becoming an npc isn't bad for you?

brave star
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like being lycanthrope of werebear and accepting the curse gives u alot of buffs like immunity to non-silver weapons

brave star
hearty escarp
hearty escarp
# brave star what if it wont happen?

That's besides the point I was making. If you're in "it doesn't happen" territory, then your DM has already changed the rules so much that I can't comment on it usefully.

teal temple
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Part of what Deva is saying is that the rules do not really provide a way that one can become a vampire or lycanthrope and still be controlled by you as a player.

Once you desire a situation where a player is playing either of those, you are firmly in Ask Your DM territory as how it plays out is entirely specific to your table.

marble quest
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I had a long conversation with my DM and I told him I wanted to play an evil character, who from her perspective is manipulating the party to acchieve her goals of world domination.

He said that's fine if I'm willing to turn over my character sheet at 13 or 15th level.

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She might become the BBEG of the whole campaign!

heavy rain
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Hi

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I'm new to dnd

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Man it's quite here

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How do I make a character

exotic remnantBOT
wild onyx
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Pick a class, species and background for starters.

ornate kiln
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check out the free rules, character creation is explained there step by step

heavy rain
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Any ideas for a new guy

wild onyx
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Do you want to do your fighting mostly close up, or at range?

heavy rain
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I guess range

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I don't like being a meat shield

wild onyx
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How important is magic: not at all, sometimes, mostly, always?

heavy rain
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Sometimes

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I would like to have a bit of magic

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But not really rely on it

wild onyx
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Ranger would do you. Hang back and shoot, use spells when needed to change things up.

ornate kiln
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yeah sounds like a ranger

heavy rain
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Ok

ornate kiln
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or maybe an arcane trickster rogue

heavy rain
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Ok

wild onyx
heavy rain
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K I'll quickly do so

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Should I read rule's

wild onyx
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Not super needful at this stage.

heavy rain
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Ok so I should go to character create

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I really wish there was a dnd shop near me were I stay there a rarity

wild onyx
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#character-discussion ? Not at this stage.

You'll also need to pick a species and origin, also called background. Have a look at the options.

You can use the numbers 8, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 15 for your initial ability scores, in any order you like. This is called the standard array method.

Rangers typically want high Dexterity, good Wisdom and at least 10 in Constitution.

heavy rain
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It probably would have helped me start playing sooner I love fantasy

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Ok

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Should I write it down

wild onyx
heavy rain
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Ok I'm doing so so far I'm a elf ranger with a long bow and short sword

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Still busy with the stats

steel sparrow
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Hey, I'm new and looking to set up a listing for players to potentially join, is it ok for me to post it in the Looking for Players chat?

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Also hi

wild onyx
steel sparrow
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It looks a bit different to what i'm used to, so I don't know if I need to reformat it to something else.

echo kelp
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Yes - use #looking-for-players to advertise your D&D game that needs players. And yes as Mr. Smith noted, please read #find-a-game carefully as it explains how to use the bot commands to create a post there.

wild onyx
echo kelp
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You can also look through #looking-for-dm and message the poster or use the thread attached to their post to find players looking for a game/DM

steel sparrow
echo kelp
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Yep - prewritten is fine. Just needs to be D&D

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And by that I mean it needs to be playable using official D&D material (homebrew and 3rd-party content is fine too but that's on top of allowing official D&D material - if a player can't play it using the free rules or official D&D books, then it's not D&D for our purposes).

steel sparrow
echo kelp
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That would be 3rd party but as long as someone can join and play using D&D free rules or D&D Players Handbook for their character, that will be fine.

marble falcon
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Yall I wanna join a campaign but I forgot how

echo kelp
heavy rain
heavy rain
unique orchid
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Hey, I’m looking for someone to teach me the ropes and hopefully become a new dnd friend.

smoky adder
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Welcome! #learn-to-play has some handy links to help you get started, but did you have any specific questions?

heavy rain
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We could both look for a DM together

unique orchid
heavy rain
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On playing together

marble falcon
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I'd love to play

unique orchid
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Sure, but I don't respond too fast

unique orchid
unique orchid
unique orchid
heavy rain
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Sounds awesome

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I sent friend request

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I'm still looking for a dm

unique orchid
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Okay cool.

heavy rain
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Did you make a character already

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I did

unique orchid
marble quest
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nice!!

heavy rain
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Very nice

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You could use dnd beyond its what I used

unique orchid
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Though I always wanted to be a changeling

unique orchid
marble quest
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dnd beyond is really great for setting up your first character

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free, (for just barebones classes and subclasses) but gets you into it fast

unique orchid
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Oh okay, thank you😊

marble quest
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yes! enjoy! You may not be able to make a changeling class on dndbeyond but you can make another character just to see how it works

lost silo
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Yeah the free stuff won’t have changeling. Once you get in with a group they may own the book that has them tho

lethal crater
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Hey yall, sorry for not being active at all, began playin Baldurs Gate 3 in hopes that I understand the DnD world better

marble quest
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I need to get back into baldurs gate

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I never finished the story. I got to the final city and got overwhelmed by all the options haha

unique orchid
lethal crater
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Lol

unique orchid
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Also because I just love the character designs and story

hollow pawn
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Are there also places or forums where people look to play one shots?

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
wild onyx
heavy rain
unique orchid
heavy rain
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Yup

lost silo
heavy rain
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K we got 3 ppl

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No looking for dm

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Haven't found one

whole plover
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Hi

heavy rain
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Hay

lost silo
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Howdy

heavy rain
whole plover
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Good, you

heavy rain
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Good morning

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Sorry auto correct

whole plover
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Good afternoon

lost silo
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Doing great here in the sunny South lol

heavy rain
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Don't ok here in South Africa

whole plover
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That's good

heavy rain
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It's bloody cold tonight

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So I'm guessing you are new like me

whole plover
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Me, yea

heavy rain
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Would you like to join a group we have 3 so far

whole plover
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Sure

heavy rain
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Me and 2 other ppl

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K

whole plover
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I'm just trying to learn how to play

heavy rain
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Me to

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Love your profile picture by the way

whole plover
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Thank you

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Nice apple

heavy rain
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Thanks

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My I made it a while ago as a joke

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And it stuck

whole plover
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Oh, that's a beard, not sand

heavy rain
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As my everywhere profile picture

whole plover
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Ha

heavy rain
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Yha

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Lol

whole plover
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I'll have to talk later, my phone's at two

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Sorry

heavy rain
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You should use beyond to create a character it's free

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And not a problem

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I get it

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Dam phone's

heavy rain
heavy rain
autumn aurora
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My dude

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This character thing is so long

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My head spinning

autumn aurora
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And we are new so may take even longer

heavy rain
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Make's sense

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I already made a character

autumn aurora
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And character list is huge

heavy rain
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Yha it is

autumn aurora
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Character huge their ability mile stone xp

heavy rain
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I made a wood elf thief

autumn aurora
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Im gonna have to read it all

autumn aurora
heavy rain
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Ranger

autumn aurora
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Shoot same

heavy rain
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Yup

autumn aurora
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Should I change

heavy rain
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It's ok 2 Rangers

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Maybe brother's

autumn aurora
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Hm nice

heavy rain
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Could work into backstory

autumn aurora
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Lol im making now

heavy rain
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Like brothers

autumn aurora
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Ngl seems intresting

heavy rain
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My original back story was family betrayed by a close friend most family members were killed and was living on the streets

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And learnt to survive by stealing and had a strange connection to stray dog's

autumn aurora
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How strong was his freind

heavy rain
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No learnt as we maybe grew up

autumn aurora
heavy rain
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Don't know I was just hurry with back story

autumn aurora
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City?

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Oo lol

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I read a lot of novels so

heavy rain
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Was going to go into more depth later

autumn aurora
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I was like wait a minute

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I dont k ow if u have to even go in depth

heavy rain
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Planning on maybe changing store to sute the dm

lost silo
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Hey guys maybe take this to a private chat so other new folks don’t get lost in it. 😊

heavy rain
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Oh yeah sorry

autumn aurora
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Guys so how do you play text based or like pics?

hearty escarp
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There are apps that you can use to play with people online - they provide stuff like a playing field for moving minis, a dice rolling interface and sometimes much more.

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They're called vtts (virtual tabletops). The friendliest to try out is Owlbear Rodeo

wild onyx
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Lots of folk use voice chat, some prefer text.

autumn aurora
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No I mean like

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Scene description

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Is Gonna be with pics or

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Texr

hearty escarp
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Usually I use a verbal description and an image. But I'm still not quite sure how you mean.

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Like, as a DM?

wild onyx
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You'll find text-based games by searching for play by post, or PbP.

autumn aurora
main fulcrum
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There might be pictures, there might not. Depends on the game

autumn aurora
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Oo nice

hearty escarp
dreamy pulsar
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Yo can some one help me out with playing dnd online, I wanna get into it but I dunno what to do

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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Lost, those links are a great start

dreamy pulsar
grave acorn
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So me and my family are starting a campaign where everyone is new. Is there any bots on discord I could put on the my server that are beneficial?

fresh fable
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A dice bot or avrae

grave acorn
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What does avrae do?

fresh fable
lost silo
grave acorn
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Well we’re playing in person as of rn I just didn’t know if there was a bot that helped with spells or anything

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It’s my first session and only 2 of the 7 of us have played before. My brother who’s DMing and one our friends

lost silo
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Got ya.

grave acorn
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So yeah wasnt sure if there’s any bots like that. If not we will figure it out over time

wild onyx
odd oasis
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Hello. I was thinking of which class fits me the most, and i realized that i just love melee warriors that can also use a fair share of magic. So... i guess either a half caster or a melee warlock works. And since ranger is...well, ranger, i can't decide between paladin or warlock ? What should i go towards to get the most of what i want ? Which one is more new player friendly ? Or just anything interesting or important to tell me ? I'll take anything.

Sorry for long text.

wide flame
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Rangers are competent melee characters as well. They have a reputation as being weak, but that was from the original 2014 PHB. Either Tasha's upgrades or 2024 make them just fine.

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Not sure though. Maybe paladin? They're relatively straightforward

small summit
# odd oasis Hello. I was thinking of which class fits me the most, and i realized that i jus...

I’m in a similar spot to yourself to be honest, personally I lead more to warlock though because I see more utility in the magic side of it all. The melee is great and can build really well, in my opinion I see Paladin as more of a tank/hard hitter, which then offers/dabbles in the magic support. From what you’re saying I think a paladin would be more beneficial in my opinion

cobalt carbon
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Hi
I don't know where to start 😅

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I have a book... its called how not to get eaten by owl bears.
Also I have the game masters book of traps puzzles and dungeons
Also I plan to get the 2014 e5 handbook

solemn light
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?new

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Hmm. The command doesn't seem to be working right now.

But you can get started with just the basic rules!

cobalt carbon
solemn light
small summit
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I’m still kinda new but I’ve got grips of the basic rules and stuff

cobalt carbon
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Thank you!!

solemn light
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We also have #learn-to-play which can help! You don't need to read all of the rules before finding a game, but having a look over character creation and combat rules before finding a game can help speed things up. And of course you can ask questions here!

Character Creation is one of the things you can have a go at before finding a game. You might use '2024 rules' or 2014 rules' for your character- they've very, very similar, so it won't matter much which one you use to practice with, but when you join a game you might want to check which rules they're using. There are step by step guides, and as a practice PC you don't need to think too hard. You can just pick any 'Basic rules' class and species and see if you can make it- once you've made one PC you've basically got the idea for making any PC.

For character sheets you can use these printable/ editable character sheets or you can create a character on Dndbeyond

Note that on dndbeyond your access to options will be limited to the free access species and classes unless you purchase more, or homebrew. Feel free to ask here if confused by anything.

Then it's finding a game. You can use the instructions in #find-a-game to post if the LFG channels here but there are also other places to look into, including Adventure League (official organised play) other platform's LFG (Like roll20, r/lfg on reddit) so on. Or find an in person game by kidnapping getting together some friends or looking into local game shops.

small summit
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So I’m kinda writing/putting together my own campaign that I can build in a series of one shots between different players because of scheduling difficulties etc. I’ve got a brief outline/idea on what the BBEG(s) would be and their ideals, but how to get the players to understand and be passionate about stopping them. Because I myself and my players are new, I’m finding it hard to get them to care about the story itself. Has anyone got any advice?

solemn light
calm ruin
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yeah

small summit
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Awesome! Sorry haha

odd oasis
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Wait.
Hear me out.
A pact of the blade archfey warlock whose pact wep is a heavy crossbow.
With spell sniper and shapshooter.
The game plan is basically teleporting everywhere, shooting from all sides from a 100 ft away lmao.

Is it viable ? No.
Is it extremely cool in my mind ? Yes.

cobalt carbon
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I want to understand but half that was gibberish to me 😭

exotic remnantBOT
arctic acorn
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Always a good place to start.

cobalt carbon
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Yes indeed
I am waiting for my brain to have the processing power to attack that particular tool 🥹

arctic acorn
cobalt carbon
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Interesting 👀

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My brain kept misreading archfey as wifey for some reason

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Also rereading it with the translation in mind. Ur right that would be rly cool 🥹

lunar siren
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I’m new. Would love to learn to play

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If anyone could pm I’ll get back to you tomorrow

exotic remnantBOT
smoky adder
mental drum
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Uhhh

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Okay any thing on how I can make a character?

zinc kelp
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yeah, that's what D&D beyond is for, they have full walkthroughs for that in the character sheets

mental drum
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Where? I’m not really uhh good with reading

whole plover
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Excuse me, where am I supposed to go if I need to find people for a campaign

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Does anyone know?

marble quest
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right there @whole plover

whole plover
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Thank you

marble quest
marble quest
mental drum
marble quest
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No problem!’

calm maple
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Wha do I need in order to play with other people? I can’t really get any websites or apps.

molten plaza
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not much roll 20 is a great website with friendly newcomer stuff if you are interested i can help you.

prisma token
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anyone down to let me join them?

molten plaza
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Im stiil new to this discord forum I was looking for some players where and how I advertise that ?

hearty escarp
latent pier
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Hello

brazen burrow
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when you play with the 2024phb revision, is the stuff written in tashas cauldrin also applicable?
Noticed that for example some subclasses written in there also are now in the phb but for example sorcerous versatility isnt in the new phb

latent pier
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So i made a character now what?!

fresh fable
brazen burrow
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or is that now just both possible?

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ah nvm, you are right
i misread the thing

solid kraken
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Hello i know some little about dnd anyone can help me to start and play my frist session?

calm ruin
solid kraken
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i know some of those basics

calm ruin
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read all of them and if you want a group then look at #find-a-game

cobalt carbon
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How do I know when to do a wisdom or insight check? Or any other kind of check?

wheat crystal
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Your DM will call for one

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Or you may have an ability that lets you perform one

heavy rain
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Hi

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

velvet jetty
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Morning

heavy rain
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I was here yesterday

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Just look for another new player

heavy rain
cobalt carbon
wheat crystal
heavy rain
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Thanks

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I'm just letting him know

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Or her

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I already have a group we are looking for one more guy to make a party of 5

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Got a dm to

ember peak
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Hey I was wondering if anyone can give me a tip for progressing your character, because I keep making them regress, and making them worse when her whole arc is trying to better and I keep messing up that

heavy rain
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Idk sorry

echo kelp
ember peak
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Thank you ^

warm creek
exotic remnantBOT
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echo kelp
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Please use the Looking For Game channels to organize/find a game - soliciting/organizing games outside of those channels is off-topic and will be moderated.

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Anyhooo - if you're new to D&D check out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages in this channel for useful resources to help get you started.

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And welcome to the server!

cobalt carbon
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What are hit points?

hearty escarp
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https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/phb-2024/playing-the-game#HitPoints

Hit Points represent durability and the will to live. Creatures with more Hit Points are more difficult to kill. Your Hit Point maximum is the number of Hit Points you have when uninjured. Your current Hit Points can be any number from that maximum down to 0, which is the lowest Hit Points can go.

cobalt carbon
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So its like health?

hearty escarp
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Yep, basically

cobalt carbon
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Noted 👀
I thought that's what armor was 🫠

hearty escarp
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Oh I see. Armor is usually represented by armor class (AC for short). High AC means you're less likely to get hit. You only take hit point damage if you do get hit (or fail a saving throw, but that's just by the by)

cobalt carbon
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Ahhh oki

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Ty 💖

candid bobcat
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anyone willing to start a campaign with a bunch of newbies, we have a dm

lost silo
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Follow #find-a-game to search for folks or put out your own listing explaining what yer looking for

candid bobcat
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thx

regal bronze
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where and how do I find people to play with?

umbral wedge
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^^^^

fresh fable
umbral wedge
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thank you

fresh fable
regal bronze
fresh fable
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Read the instructions if you want to make your own post

Or look through #looking-for-players and respond in the threads attached if any games interest you

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Fair warning it can’t take a while to find a game

regal bronze
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I know

exotic remnantBOT
buoyant sky
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hey im wondering if there are gms in this discord that would be interested in teaching a new group please dm me if your intrested

vestal nest
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Dose anyone know the difference between dnd, Al and ddb

main fulcrum
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D&d is the actual game

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AL is the organized play for that game

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DDB is a website you can use for characters, rules info, etc

vestal nest
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Ohh that's cool thx so Al is just the name for like playing dnd?

plucky ridge
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No, Adventure League is format for places to run multiple games with different DMs and players. Playing D&D is just playing D&D.

main fulcrum
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No, organized play is specific rules for playing d&d in a consistent way. You can play the game without them.

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But they let you use the same characters across any table using those rules. As long as you meet the requirements.

vestal nest
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Ahh I see thx

slim snow
main fulcrum
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Under current rules, you can raise them during an adventure as per normal game rules. Or you can raise them for free at the end, but you don't get anything that was found after you died.

slim snow
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that's so cool! so you can keep reusing the same character even if they die

main fulcrum
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Some people choose to retire characters if they die but it's generally not required

flat rapids
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hey! Is this where we look for help? Because i know absolutely nothing about dnd and i thought the first thing i should do was make a character sheet, but me and my friends are really struggling. Can anybody help?

iron plank
flat rapids
lost silo
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Also check the links that are pinned on this channel

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And if you are on a computer or laptop the D&D beyond website is so helpful

amber inlet
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Hey, just joined, me and friends (5 of us total) always wanted to play DND and finally have it planned to play over summer, however none of us have played before, I have an extremely basic knowledge of how the game runs through listening to a podcast and tiktok doom scrolling, what would be the best advice? What do I need to buy? How can I make it fun and accessible for my friends at the same time.

exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
vale flame
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Is there a way yall can make looking group thing show what state someone's in

smoky adder
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You can list your state in your post if you wish.

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Most games advertised here are played online, so physical location is less important.

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If you’re looking for a local game, you’ll probably have better luck searching locally.

vale flame
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Oh ok

cobalt carbon
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I've read through the thingy... now what do I do?

cobalt carbon
lost silo
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If you want to find a group follow the easy steps in #find-a-game

cobalt carbon
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I've posted in there already
I'm more talking about what other research can I do while I'm waiting 🥴

echo kelp
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Make some practice characters, hang around the channels and follow discussions...

cobalt carbon
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There were 2 thingies on youtube I keep getting reccomended to me but i can't remember what they are

lost silo
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I listen to many actual play D&d podcasts

echo kelp
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You might enjoy following a D&D livestream/podcast too just to get a feel for how others play the game (do note many of these focus on entertainment first overteaching you how to play D&D)

cobalt carbon
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Interesting 👀

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thank yall 🥹

rigid spire
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Hi everyone!

fathom pine
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Hello

lost silo
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Evening (or whatever time of day for ya lol)

rigid spire
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I'm on EST

lost silo
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CST here

rigid spire
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Evening Chano

lost silo
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How are you

lost silo
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Were ye looking for spring specific Tails

frank vector
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What are the essentials I need for a D&D game? Do I need multiple dice of different number of sides?

lost silo
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If you’re playing in person yes

echo kelp
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The game rules (free rules is all you need to start playing), dice, character sheets, people willing to play

lost silo
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You can buy at least 1-2 sets from all sorts of places. As noob said, the rest is easy to find

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Well the people are the hardest part lol

echo kelp
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The scheduling I'd say is even harder than finding the people but I guess they could be lumped as the same thing

sour aurora
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hi

frank vector
echo kelp
frank vector
echo kelp
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Noice!

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Then you've solved one of the bigger challenges of D&D!

frank vector
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Now to find a store in Serbia that actually sells D&D starter kits

echo kelp
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Try local gamestores and hobby shops.
But as noted, you can start with just the free rules first

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See if you like the game enough to invest in actual books/starter sets.

frank vector
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I've seen some shorts on dnd podcasts and I got intrigued, I did some research and the thought of you and your friends expressing your creativity in a fantasy world sounds like a fun experience

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but the stories, the maps, the dice, the rules, the characters are all overwhelming right now

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I'll read some rules get some dice and find a prewritten story to try to get some on site experience

lost silo
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Great plan F.

mortal breach
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Does this look like a regular set-up for the "Other Proficiencies & Languages" section?

Languages
•Elvish •Dwarvish

Light armor

Weapons
•Hand Crossbow
•Shortbow
•Longbow
•Shortsword
•Longsword
•Rapiers

Skills
•Perception
•Medicine
•Stealth
•Persuasion

lost silo
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Yup

mortal breach
smoky adder
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Normally your skill proficiencies would be recorded by filling in the bubble next to each skill instead.

torpid spindle
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hello guys im a brand new player to this game hope you guys can help me along the way

crimson hound
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Is there anyone currently doing a campain and looking for players..?

radiant meteor
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Is this a good place for silly DND thoughts

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

marble quest
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hi @fair ether

fair ether
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Where can i possibly find a dnd campaign i can join?

marble quest
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bottom channel of the server

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just posted it to Kai too

wintry mango
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Do I have to be here for a specific amount of time to see art channels?

lyric fjord
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Oh, this is a thingy

smoky adder
wintry mango
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Ouuu

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Thank you!!

smoky adder
lyric fjord
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HI, what the hell is going on here

smoky adder
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This channel is for helping people get started with D&D.

lyric fjord
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I see, how do I fing peopl

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I can spell, trust

halcyon forge
steady yacht
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If I’m looking to get a player’s handbook, does it particularly matter which one?

smoky adder
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I’d recommend the 2024 one since those are the most up-to-date rules, but you’d be fine with the 2014 one if you prefer.

steady yacht
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Good to know

steady yacht
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I’ve been looking to get into dnd for a while, I just have no idea where or how to even begin

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Especially when it comes to character creation and the rules surrounding it. Does that generally differ from dm to dm?

wheat crystal
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Some DMs have special rules for character creation, but they should/will list those explicitly.

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That being said, all 5e games use the Basic Rules as a base

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Which include character creation rules. You can find a link to the Basic Rules in this channel's pins as well as #learn-to-play

steady yacht
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On D&D beyond when I go to the marketplace and see for example the 2024 player’s handbook and it lists all the stuff it will unlock such as classes and species, what does that mean? Does it mean that it unlocks the ability for me to add that stuff to my character sheet on the app?

wheat crystal
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Yes, though it isn't necessary to purchase books to play the game. The Basic Rules has everything needed to play the game outside of people to play with.

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The PHB simply unlocks more options

steady yacht
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If I buy a physical copy of the book would I have to buy the digital one on d&d beyond as well to be able to use that stuff for their digital character sheet or is there something where you can prove you have a physical copy of the book so it’ll just let you?

blissful beacon
steady yacht
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Welp that sucks

blissful beacon
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It would be absolutely sweet if they could but I could imagine it being a nightmare to authenticate

steady yacht
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Yeah I can see how that would be a nightmare

vivid plover
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quick question! can someone tell me all the editions of dnd? I just wanted to know for future reference, thanks!

blissful beacon
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But you mostly only hear people talk about 5E, 3.5E and 1E

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Atleast in my experience

signal fog
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AD&D and 1e are different

vivid plover
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ty

blissful beacon
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Oh my bad 😅

vivid plover
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I was trying to figure out what my campaign was bc I forgot lol

signal fog
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I started with 1e and then AD&D came out the year I started playing 1989

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@vivid plover you are probably playing either 5e or the new 2024 or 5.5e version of DnD

vivid plover
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tysm

signal fog
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Ask your DM

wheat crystal
rich heron
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Helloooo

charred tulip
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Do I use my reaction, for example shield, when the enemies attack has been rolled and therefor I know he would hit or before that?

scenic kiln
rich heron
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Where’s the best place for me to start learning

vital leaf
rich heron
scenic kiln
vital leaf
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This is the best channel if you have questions. But i recomend reading the base rules first

charred tulip
rich heron
scenic kiln
rich heron
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Thank you so much

charred tulip
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_If the spell is on your class's spell list, you can read the scroll and cast its spell without providing any material components. Otherwise, the scroll is unintelligible. _

A fighter can't cast via Spell Scrolls?
And a cleric can't use a spell scroll that has a sorcerer spell on it?

hearty escarp
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yep

charred tulip
# hearty escarp yep

Oh! That's good to know thanks!
(saw in Baldurs gate 3, that anyone can cast spells with scrolls, why was that done?)

hearty escarp
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BG3 did a lot of things that make more sense for a video game but don't correspond to the actual rules.

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For example, the rules allow for continuous jumping as long as you have movement. Because this would be silly in a video game, BG3 added a bonus action cost.

charred tulip
odd oasis
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Me thinking of a cool pact of the blade warlock with a crossbow.

The pact description about to destroy my dreams :

wild onyx
tall dew
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I am new to D and D wanna play online any game going on?

wild onyx
tall dew
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OK ty

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Mr Smith

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Add me when you play next time let me know

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I can't type anything in looking for group chat

wheat crystal
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Or rather, the instructions to make a post in the channel

wild onyx
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Look at the posts in #looking-for-players , see if anything matches what you can do and reach out to the DMs. Be aware it may take some time to find a group to play with.

tall dew
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OK ty I see now

vestal nest
feral hazel
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hello

exotic remnantBOT
charred tulip
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Right tool for the job can create artisan tools that are needed, but they vanish when using right tool for the job again.

So, if I use the components the tools come with for crafting something.. does what ever is crafted vanish or break when the tools are gone?

wild onyx
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Nope, just the tools.

I have some wood, I want a chair. I conjure my tools and make the chair. My tools vanish. I have a chair.

feral hazel
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how does the leveling system function

like adding up health and damage, and spells and racial bonuses

edgy onyx
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When you level up, few things happen

  • Your hit points increase by an amount equal to a roll of your class' hit die plus your constitution (or average of it)
  • You gain any features from your class / subclass for that level
  • There are also few tables that show how your numbers increase, like your proficiency bonus, gaining more spell slots, etc. most of them found on your class table
feral hazel
mortal garden
# feral hazel how does the leveling system function like adding up health and damage, and spe...

Hey, there! Sorry, I saw you asked this a few times and didn't get a response.

In general, when you level up, you take a look at your class and you gain all the things it mentions.

For example, here's the Fighter in the Basic Rules (2024): https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/character-classes#Fighter

When you hit level 2, you can check that table and see you get Action Surge (one use) and Tactical Mind (with more description below the table).

If you want to get super official with it, you can check out the "Gaining a Level" section in the basic rules. https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/creating-a-character#GainingaLevel

Hope that helps!

edgy onyx
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Your damage isn't increased like that. Some features might increase something about your damage, and cantrips get stronger per your level, but just going from level 1 to 2 isn't gonna automatically just increase your "damage"

feral hazel
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oh I see

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so physical damage stays the same

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I see

edgy onyx
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Like for example, your one handed longsword attack is gonna deal 1d8 + your strength modifier of damage regardless of your level. It however does increase if your strength score increases (and thus the modifier), or is your class gives you a feature that indirectly or directly increases that

sour aurora
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Hi, I'm completely new to D&D and I wanted to know, what books should I buy on dndbeyond so I can be prepared for my first campaign?

harsh fjord
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You can get a lot of mileage out of the Free Rules, so you might wanna try things out before you invest money into the hobby.

The core of the game is the Player's Handbook; whether you're a DM or a player, that'd be the first thing to buy. Anything beyond that depends on how you intend to play!

sour aurora
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Thanks! I don't suppose knowing a bit of the lore helps (I've read a few novels and played a few games)

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(I mean video games)

thin dirge
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What am I supposed to do to play dnd I'm still kinda new to it so I would like to learn

exotic remnantBOT
short marsh
teal temple
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Kyle is spot on. The world you play in and the lore of that world are not really known unless you get it from the DM.

The exception to this is if you end up in Organized Play where lore is set somewhat centrally (even if from the books) which would potentially create enough consistency that reading up on lore will have any use.

main fulcrum
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Though even there I'd argue most of us have no idea beyond the basics TashaLOL

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I probably know more about the AL lore than the actual Forgotten Realms lore. I just assume that everything I learned in Baldur's Gate 1+2 is probably correct and that's worked out fine so far

lunar siren
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since im not sure how all the rules work, can someone pm me to help with any questions abt making a character?

edgy onyx
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You could just ask here, and have more people able to answer

lost silo
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Follow the steps 1 at a time on D&D Beyond. It is super easy. anything your confused on, you can click and it will give you further explanation. then if you have a specific qeustions you can ask here

main fulcrum
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Generally speaking, there are so many new people here that no one has the time/ability to give folks one on one help. So you're much more likely to get an answer to a question that you post in the chat over asking for private messages.

lunar siren
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this is all just very confusing to me

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like i read through the intro stuff and all that was linked ^ up there somewhere,, but i dont really get how everything comes into play

lost silo
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have you read through the free online rules

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got ya

lunar siren
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like the HP, or the dice, or how damage works, or like a lot of it. its just super confusing

silk cloak
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Hii guys im new heree

lost silo
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Hey Nomi

hearty escarp
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I'm happy to answer specific questions.

silk cloak
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 fo

rich remnant
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Hey I’m a new dm and had 2 sessions so far and I purchased the dragon lance campaign book and do you all think I need to buy anything else? Or am I fine? I do plan to buy the crooked moon book later in the year for holloween to do a spooky campaign with my players

harsh fjord
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Do you have the PHB? That'd probably be important to have if you don't already.

lost silo
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do you have the players hand book, dungeon masters guide, and monster manual

rich remnant
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Ohhhh I do not actually:c

lost silo
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i'd go with those in that order next. the 3 basic books for any D&D group

main fulcrum
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A fair amount of the MM is usually in the free rules, so that one may be less important

harsh fjord
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You can get by with the Free Rules, but if you've already played and enjoyed it and want to take it to the next level, then yeah, those books are the step to take.

rich remnant
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Ok I’ll think about it in the future we are 2 sessions in so far and things seems to be going well

lost silo
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Also never hurts to ask your group to chip in the money to help keep the full burden off of u

short marsh
# lunar siren like the HP, or the dice, or how damage works, or like a lot of it. its just sup...

I’ll break it down:

hit points/die is determined by the class each kne has a dice number associated with it.

Calculations either rolled or average

Damage only happens if a monster roll exceeds your ac:
example
Player ac:18

monster rolled 20 to attack

It hits then I roll what ever is in the sheet
I’ll say take 6 points of slashing damage.

There no mitigation unless you have an ability or spell that allows for it

smoky adder
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An attack roll hits if the total equals or exceeds your AC.

gray plank
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Hello!

smoky adder
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So with the example 18 AC above, any total of 18 or above would hit. Only a 17 or lower would miss.

gray plank
smoky adder
short marsh
mild palm
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hey everyone

lost silo
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Howdy

ivory linden
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greetings and salutations!

marsh spruce
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Hi I've been wanting to play D&D for a long time now I'm going to do my first campaign this Thursday does anyone have any tips for me?

echo kelp
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Take a moment to review the free game rules: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/free-rules
Maybe watch some D&D streams/podcasts to see/hear how others play the game (just be awrae that these are entertainment first and foremost)
Try your hand at making a character following the steps outlined in the free rules.

hardy leaf
nocturne locust
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Just a quick question. I will start a new adventure as Paladin, Oath of the Ancients. Is there a "ruleset" I have to follow in regards to roleplay "Do not steal", "Do not kill" etc. wich is bound to that specific oath?

wheat crystal
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The "ruleset" is to abide by your tenets, which are outlined at the beginning of the subclass description

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It's important to note that Paladin Oath tenets are meant to be reasonable and flexible. You can't be mind-controlled into breaking them, and breaking a tenet doesn't always mean breaking your oath. Additionally you can work with your DM to customize your tenets if you want something a little different.

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Breaking your oath by violating your tenets is also not always the end of the world. There are barely any hard-coded rules for what happens, only suggestions for your DM. Typically, as suggested by the DMG, if you willingly and intentionally violate your oath you may:

  • Temporarily lose your powers (e.g. subclass specific features, spellcasting) until some form of repentance or resolution is performed
  • Have to switch to another more appropriate Oath
  • Have to switch to another class.
    The exception is if you willingly, intentionally, and unregretably violate your oath in pursuit of an evil purpose, in which case you'd likely be switched to the Oathbreaker subclass
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I hope this was a comprehensive answer @nocturne locust

nocturne locust
wheat crystal
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Yes

nocturne locust
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And... I should not be an "immovable object" in theese regards, hindering the gameplays completly, I may chose f.e. not to participate in breaking and entering or "persuasion", if the group decides to do so? I could stay out/leave ?!

hearty escarp
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You as a palyer can be much more pragmatic about these things than the actual character. For example, you might just say that the character doesn't see some of the things that the party does that they would normally object to. Or you roleplay the character as being easily convinced by the rest of the party that no actually what they're doing is fine.

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It is largely a roleplay decision. Even breaking the oath isn't as much part of the rules as it is roleplay facilitated by the DM.

nocturne locust
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I want to play that paladin with very high moral standards, but also do not want to block the whole gameflow by talking down from my high horse, actively preventing every "bad thing" a partymember is planning to do. But from what I get from you, I am free to "blissfully ignore" the one or other thing they might do... like stealing a horse from our quest and reward giver.

hearty escarp
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Yeah. And the level of blatancy on that ignorance will depend on how serious you're being about the roleplay. Some DMs will not be pleased if you just have your paladin do a 180 and turn their back on the blatant crime, instead of finding a roleplay reason for why they wouldn't be in a position to see the crime.

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So I think it warrants some oog discussion.

nocturne locust
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Allright. Will read the PHB again and have a word with my DM. As I am a firsttimer, I have no clue and "want to to things right" 🙂

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Thank you for taking the time, helping me. ❤️

hearty escarp
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Happy to do so dndCheers

lost temple
worldly cipher
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Having troubles sleeping and thinking about my character. Would there be a foreseeable problem with a 3rd level life cleric duel classing w/Monk? I think I have in my head how I'd like for my character to develop. I think that may be picking up monk the next time he levels up.

wheat crystal
# worldly cipher Having troubles sleeping and thinking about my character. Would there be a fore...

If you're new I would not recommend multiclassing. The largest issue with a monk-cleric multiclass is that you're delaying progression in two classes who like to stay solo if possible. In Cleric's case it's their access to higher level spells and in Monk's case it's their martial art progression.

This going somewhat past newbie topics but multiclassing early also delays what's considered each classes' first major power boost (e.g. extra attack for martial classes, 3rd-level spells for casters).

next ivy
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I’ve been playing for a while now and I still avoid multiclassing cause… it’s very easy to just feel like you can’t do much. You end up with loads of meh abilities all competing for your actions

wheat crystal
#

In general the common advice is to only multiclass when:

  • You have a specific synergy in mind already
  • Know what you're getting and what you're losing out on
  • You can't achieve what you want via narrative, reflavoring, or via other means such as magic items.
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In summary, multiclassing is a mechanical choice, not a narrative one. If you have to ask yourself "should I multiclass?" the answer is probably no; you'll already know if you want to. Explore other non-mechanical options to get what you want first.

signal fog
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I did multi class a monk/cleric in AD&D and it wasn’t too bad

wheat crystal
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That's quite a bit different since that's from a nearly 30 year old ruleset.

signal fog
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Yes a lot has changed for that in 40 years but I guess it’s much harder now than back then

wheat crystal
lofty roost
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Monk/Cleric us a decent multiclass in 2024 (weaker than a straight Cleric but can be stronger than a straight Monk)

signal fog
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Yes

wheat crystal
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Yup, that's the important part. It's important to be careful and knowledgeable when wanting to multiclass. It's probably the easiest way to accidentally make a character ineffective

signal fog
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Or make a broken character

lyric fjord
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What's stronger white dragon or copper dragon

wheat crystal
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That depends, stronger in what regard?

lyric fjord
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Like in a fight

signal fog
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There are stages of dragons

wheat crystal
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That also depends. It can be as simple as "anything with a higher CR," or "an older variant of dragon (e.g. ancient white)"

worldly cipher
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I'll continue to consider this choice. I'll keep in mind what you've all said here tonight. If I'm still tempted to add monk as I level what level cleric would you want to achieve before adding 1st level monk?

signal fog
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From a wyrmling/baby to young to adult to ancient dragons @lyric fjord

wheat crystal
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It can be as complex as "a fight against 20 goblins and 30 hobgoblins" or "a lich with a few magic items inside of their lair and plenty of darkness/cover"

wheat crystal
worldly cipher
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Thank you Star

wheat crystal
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Also make sure you have the stats to multiclass in the first place

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For a Monk/Cleric you need at least 13 Dex and 13 Wis

worldly cipher
#

I do meet that criteria.

signal fog
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If you think you can handle it @worldly cipher go for it but if you can’t then that’s ok as well

worldly cipher
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Well I know I'm in newcomers. That's more because I feel really rusty. I've played a good deal before but the last time prior to the campaign I'm in now was probably 8 years ago.

signal fog
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Well I think you should be experienced enough to handle it

worldly cipher
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I've also multiclassed before but only fighter/thief and fighter/ranger.

signal fog
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But if you have more questions about it we are here to answer

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But this channel is for new players

worldly cipher
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...Sorry? What channel should I be in when feeling rusty yet have questions?

hearty escarp
#

I personally wouldn't overthink it too much. I feel like you're good with using this channel. Or #dnd-rules if there are specific questions about rules interactions.

edgy onyx
gilded cloak
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ah sorry

smoky ivy
#

hey im new to actually playing dnd and wanted to get into it is there a way to play online dnd with people

wild onyx
smoky ivy
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nice Ive always wanted to play but getting people togther is impossible in person

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where can I get them

wild onyx
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Roll20 and Owlbear are websites with free options. Foundry is a paid app generally recommended for folks that want all the bells and whistles.

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Organising groups though this server is done through a set of channels where users post games or look for DMs, more info here: #find-a-game

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

smoky ivy
#

thank you so much im gonna look into them now and hopefully find a group eventually

buoyant cypress
#

:OOO

echo kelp
#

Welcome to the official D&D server. If you’re new to D&D check out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages here in the channel.

lost ermine
#

HIIIII EVERYONE!! (This is my intro lmao)

My name is Rute, pronouns she/they and I'm a brazilian d&d player!

At the moment I'm a novice and i struggle a bit with the systems, but I'm getting the hang of it! For now I've only played a few homebrew campaigns and it definetly grew on me

But what i ABSOLUTELY LOVE is the character creation, i have lots of fun writing and drawing my character's story, creating a design for them, it's my favorite part of it!

Hope i can also make some friends in here that could teach me stuff outside of homebrew, I'm willing to learn!

smoky adder
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Welcome!

lost silo
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Howdy

trail agate
#

Hey everybody! This is my intro I guess, I’ve played a lot when I was younger and irl games, I’d like to find some groups and some fun campaign. I’m down to play most campaigns as long as someone can walk me through character setup. Thanks for reading my ramblings 🤣

hearty escarp
#

Check out the pinned posts for helpful links and #find-a-game for how to look for groups here.

steady yacht
#

Are there any tools or websites I can use to make and keep track of a digital character sheet that aren’t D&D beyond? If I have to I might be able to use D&D beyond but I’d rather find an alternative given how monetized D&D beyond is

hearty escarp
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Anything that would offer content that is not in the Free Basic Rules (read: SRD for third party providers) would be piracy and thus not allowed here.

If it's just about putting a sheet together by manually filling in information you have access to anyways, you could use google sheets

wet forge
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Good day, everyone, I'm interested to learn and play d&d, and relatively new to using discord, i search at GPT and it lead me here, where and how should i begin? (English is not my first language) Thank you for your time~

wheat crystal
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Welcome! 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. Of course, we're always happy to help with more specific learning questions!

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)
wet forge
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Oh.. I'll check the learn to play and the rules first then! thank you so much, bless you starofthelight ❤️ I'm really looking forward to play to together with people 🙂

flint topaz
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Hey im new sorry, I bought the crooked moon part 1 on D&D Beyond for my friends campaign, I know it comes out in 2 weeks but the master tier says you can use pre-orders 2 weeks early, am I just being stupid or what

echo kelp
flint topaz
neon pelican
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Hey guys first time DM any tips how to make the game more fun for the players?

harsh fjord
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Talk to your players to find out what they find fun, and put more of those things in your game. That's easier said than done, of course, but there's no one-size-fits-all definition of fun, so communication is the first step!

haughty acorn
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any tips for a first time dnd player i have played ttrpgs before ex:utopia and i started playing a tiefling warlock

pale nova
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You can also just observe when they are having the most fun and respond to that by upping those elements.

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Importantly, don’t forget to have fun yourself! You are meant to have a nice time too. And your enthusiasm will be infectious.

harsh fjord
young arch
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I'm looking for a d and d group

edgy onyx
neon pelican
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What do i put on the dm screen?

smoky adder
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Whatever helps you run your game.

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There's no right or wrong answer.

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The folks in #dm-discussion can probably give you a few recommendations.

young arch
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I'm trying to find a d and d campaign to join

deft sigil
young arch
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Oh I'm so so sorry y'all 8 didn't see the lfg my bad

marsh crown
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Hi I’m new to dnd could someone help me learn the basics pls

smoky adder
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Welcome! #learn-to-play has some good info to get you started, but if you have any specific questions, fire away!

marsh crown
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I’m a little confused on how exactly the sessions play out

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Also do you have to roll the dice for every action we do?

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And one more thing

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Are there groups where we can play a preset character

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Cause I wanna learn what to do before making my character

smoky adder
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Players control their single character within the story, and can decide how their character would respond as the situation unfolds.

marsh crown
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Ic

smoky adder
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Dice come into play whenever the failure or success of a character's actions would make a meaningful difference to the story.

marsh crown
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Ah so not all decisions require a dice

smoky adder
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Not necessarily, no.

trim brook
marsh crown
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Ic

smoky adder
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Success or failure during combat makes a meaningful difference to the story, so yes.

marsh crown
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So combat and imp decisions require the dice

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And the imp decisions are decided by dm ryt

smoky adder
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It's driven more by actions than decisions.

marsh crown
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Ic actions which influence the story

smoky adder
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Right

marsh crown
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Ic think I’m getting it a bit

smoky adder
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Have you tried this demo? It's a good example of how things work in practice.

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?tag new demo

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OH RIGHT. Bot's acting up today. 😅

marsh crown
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Dang it

smoky adder
marsh crown
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Oo epic

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I’ll take a look at it now

smoky adder
marsh crown
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Epic thx

toxic solstice
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Have played D&D a long time ago so am basically new to the game. Looking for a community to potentially join, not just a single game. If anyone could point me in the right direction please feel free to reach out!

plucky ridge
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?looking

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Noooo, dyno please work

plucky ridge
chrome plover
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Any resources I could use to learn the basics of character creation and playing online?

torn yoke
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?new

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idk how to call the bot

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check the pinned post

harsh fjord
short marsh
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?new

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That’s the command but the bot is borked

short marsh
stuck hazel
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My dm really decided to make a vampire horde on my first ever campaign, my character is currently unconscious in an alleyway

short marsh
# marsh crown Epic thx

As for you: no the dice is used for certain actions examples are:

*combat

*any rolls that might be used to scare enemy’s sometiems

*investigating for clues

*persuasion or haggling

fast fable
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Hey all

smoky adder
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Welcome!

upper ermine
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I am fairly new to dnd. So I made a character sheet, whar now

echo kelp
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If you're ready to find a group/game to join, read #find-a-game carefully as it has useful info and important instructions on how to use our Looking For Game channels.

upper ermine
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Actually first question, I havent done anything else, do I need to do a specfici something first before getting into it?

harsh fjord
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Familiarizing yourself with the general rules (how and when to roll dice, what you can do on your turn in combat, your specific class abilities) is a good step!

upper ermine
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Oks thankss

opaque ore
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Hello everyone

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

opaque ore
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Thanks I have played like a couple of times, but still don't fully understand it. But I enjoyed it everytime I played

harsh fjord
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You might benefit from checking out the pinned messages in this channel, to shore up your knowledge!

echo kelp
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Please make sure to keep any game soliciting/organizing to private messages or use the Looking For Game channels as it's off-topic here in the discussion channels.

halcyon wadi
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Hello I am new to DND and I want to play online does anyone know where to start/join a group?

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echo kelp
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Please read #find-a-game carefully to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels to find a groip/game to join.

halcyon wadi
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Thanks

rare flare
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Hello new to dnd I’ve been wanting to try it for the longest time but none of my friends are interested so decided to try to find a group I need a lot of assistance to get into in I don’t know anything so any tips suggestions on where to start would be appreciated

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harsh fjord
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The links above are a good starting point!

rare flare
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Appreciate it will look into it

idle hearth
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You could just go with the tavern brawler feet. Allows you to use unarmed objects and like d4 for punching and kicking. When you have a state increase you could go with that. I don’t have the rule book on me at the time but that’s a feet.

idle hearth
near turret
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Hi everyone my son and I played in our first game yesterday. I was trying to find adventures league games near Riverside ca does anyone know where I can find some?

blissful beacon
meager gull
calm maple
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If I’m waiting for one to start am I able to start a diff one then join the other? So play two campaigns at once?

lost silo
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absolutely. I run 5 campaigns and play in 2 myself

calm maple
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Nicee, any tips on what to use as someone who uses mobile? I wanna join some campaigns but I’m stuck. Also would a Gundam D&D campaign be good? It is copyrighted but I don’t think it’s heavily copyrighted, even though I think I’ll still check it.

lost silo
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There are mobile apps that go with the more popular websites, but that would highly depend on what sites / apps your DM uses. Check out the easy to follow steps in #find-a-game to find DMs or post what you are looking for. I am not too familiar with Gundam, but I dont think it would convert well.

smoky adder
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The rules for D&D are basically there to help tell a certain kind of story: heroic fantasy.

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The farther you get from telling that kind of story, the harder it will be to tell using D&D.

near turret
near turret
echo kelp
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Also we have #adventurers-league if you wish to check in with the AL community on this server - they may have more info

idle hearth
upper vessel
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I got a dnd campaign that I want to do during the weekend but it needs 6 players. Idk if anyone wants to do it please dm me but, it's a wings of fire x dnd so I will send you the races that are in the campaign. This is my first time doing it. The starting to the campaign is a prolong this will give a fork on the road to help me out with the villain....(I would like to know what you picked for race and class) /This will start at June 20 at 1:00pm PT/

near turret
lost silo
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Thank_you. You can't advertise looking for players in this channel. You need to follow the easy to follow instructions in #find-a-game

upper vessel
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K thx

indigo pulsar
near turret
idle hearth
chrome plover
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Just created a character on DND Beyond, where do I go from here?

lost silo
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Now try to find a group to play with. Follow the instructions in #find-a-game

smoky adder
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You could also share a link to your character in #character-discussion if you want to show off or have someone double-check it for you.

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But if you do, make sure to open your character settings and set “Character Privacy” at the bottom to “Public”.

haughty venture
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hey everyone, If i wanted to join a campaign as a new player where could a do that

tacit dust
smoky adder
vestal widget
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Hello I'm new :>

rose wren
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Hello New I'm Bomby hahahaha kill me

short marsh
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wide flame
short marsh
rose wren
tulip ledge
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i have only played d&d one time and that was a newb friendly short campaign that lasted 2 hours. i was wondering if anyone else had any campaigns about to happen i want to join !

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
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  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
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wide flame
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Click that. Read it. Enjoy it.
If you have specific questions, feel free to ask them here!

short marsh
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frosty cipher
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Hello, I'm new to the game and already have a character made. I know some basic stuff, but need help with some and want to try a small game.

edgy onyx
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If you need any help, this is a good place to ask if you have any specific questions

If you're looking for a game, check out #find-a-game

empty needle
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Not a new Comer but I need help finding players for a campaign

edgy onyx
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The channel I linked above has instructions for using the lfg channels on the server

empty needle
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Ok

rare flare
empty needle
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It's a in person D&D Campaign

rare flare
empty needle
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It's ok unless you know were let's play games and hobbies is in Hanover

rare flare
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Negative I’m from Texas so no where near me lol

empty needle
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Ya it's ok

frosty cipher
obtuse timber
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i’m a complete newbie with pretty much no knowledge on the game whose up for the task of teaching

edgy onyx
edgy onyx
mortal breach
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Does age matter when creating characters?

obsidian geode
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Yo

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Story building

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I'd say

mortal breach
obsidian geode
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Can I join someone? I just joined lol

rare pecan
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no, my gif, it was eaten, why 😦

hearty escarp
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Themberchaud will eat gifs for the good of discord readability.

hearty escarp
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hoary wedge
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Like whata goodie my gang

velvet jetty
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Nm how ru

hoary wedge
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Good i got a pet cat 🙂

echo kelp
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Let's keep things on topic here please - we do have #non-dnd-topics for things not D&D

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shut oriole
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Playing in my first campaign. My DM told me that my dice tower wasn’t decent enough and that’s why I kept rolling bad so I bought a nice rolling tray and DM again tells me I don’t know how to roll since I frequently low roll. I have four sets of dice all from different sellers.

hearty escarp
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Your dice probably just have stage fright, they'll come around eventually beholderRed

velvet jetty
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Thats really mean of your dm. Your dice don't care about the quality of your tray or dice tower...

maiden gust
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Im part of a d and d podcast and found this and was wondering if i can look for a game

hearty escarp
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You can. This discord has a separate space for that: #find-a-game

maiden gust
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greatly appreciated

hearty escarp
velvet jetty
shut oriole
hearty escarp
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Well, dice are swingy and moody. There aren't any ways to roll them right. Best luck to your efforts in the future though.

shut oriole
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I’ve been having fun, even though my character died and was resurrected, I just wish I could do more in and out of fights.

hearty escarp
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I'd have a talk with your DM about that. Sometimes it may be warranted to switch out subclasses or even classes, or change the character you play.
These things may all be on the table in order to have more fun.

velvet jetty
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Get a Clockwork amulet. Lets you treat one of your attacks as if you rolled a 10.

arctic acorn
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As long as the DM is saying this in a non serious tone this should not be a problem. However if you feel like the DM genuinely believes in what they are saying I would consider finding a DM that is more willing to look out for you and what you want.

shut oriole
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We have done that. I went from only ice spells as an ice dragon born to a half orc with very well rounded spells. Just sucked that our last fight started with a stealth roll of 2, then I used 3 inspiration and rolled 1, 3, and another 1 and tripped down the stairs knocking over our group down the tower into the fight 🤣

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I also made half our group take 20 damage shortly before that fight because I tried to throw up a piton to the roof so our mate could tie a rope for us to climb up and rolled a 1 and it exploded into shrapnel

arctic acorn
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If you pick the Elemental Adept feat you could very well survive with only ice spells. I'd still choose a couple of spells that don't deal cold damage though. But as an Eldritch Knight fighter you might not even need that.

shut oriole
shut oriole
arctic acorn
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That's... not how it works though. Unless your character has terrible stats you can't control the numbers you get. There's no way to roll dice correctly.

shut oriole
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I’m +2 str, +1 dex, +2 cons, +4 int, +1 wis, and -1 char

arctic acorn
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Your Strength is pretty low though you can always improve that by leveling up. Your Intelligence is pretty good so your spellcasting should be fine.

shut oriole
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I’m just hoping that with indomitable and relentless endurance I won’t die again

arctic acorn
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What level are you?

shut oriole
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8

arctic acorn
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Hm, that is indeed a low Strength score for a level 8 fighter.

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Regardless you don't control the dice. Your stats affect the results but there's no way to roll dice correctly.

shut oriole
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Thanks. 🙏

arctic acorn
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I would not spend anymore money on dice and dice towers just so that you can roll dice the right way. Because that's just going to be a waste of money.

velvet jetty
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Maybe buy a dice jail tho

arctic acorn
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Just spend money on dice and dice towers if you plan to hoard them like a dragon. Like a normal DnD player. themberchonk

shut oriole
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Yeah it was a $20 Etsy 3d print dice tower. Then I got the box/tray I have and it holds 4 set. I try to rotate dice if they roll bad, and the dm has a few dice jails they lets us borrow .

hearty escarp
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I applaud the commitment to the bit, but that would be overkill for me.

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I may switch the d20 for the lulz, but ultimately it's just a die, switching them out wont change the outcome in a meaningful way.

shut oriole
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The main reason I stopped using the dice tower was since I died and was no longer a dragon born it felt weird using a dragon dice tower

arctic acorn
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Same. I'm not a dice goblin so I just use the dice set I have on me the whole game.

umbral dirge
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Hello

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May someone enlighten me about DnD ^_^

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Kinda new so yee

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umbral dirge
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Alr

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Reading time TvT

timid locust
umbral dirge
weak matrix
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Are there DMs that run campaigns just for the sake of training newcomers?
If you are out there, absolute legends, please hit me up.

left heart
timid locust
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It's rare for such games to be hosted here, but if they are you can find them via the #find-a-game lists. Alternatively, there are paid newbie sessions occasionally hosted by wizards of the coast.

smoky adder
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Technically those are hosted by Baldman Games, in partnership with WOTC.

hot pumice
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Hello! I always intrigued about dnd and am finally going to buy a starter set

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Would it be easier to get the stormwreck isle and then the essentials kit? Thinking the pre-made character sheets would be easier

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Any advice would help, or I just may get the stormwreck isle

umbral dirge
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Or am I misinterpreted

fallen surge
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I've never used any of the D&D starter/essentials products. I think they're most useful if you're going into the game blind, and no one in your group has played before. If you just want something simple to try the game out before you fully commit to buying more of the rulebooks, you could consider using free options. The D&D Basic Rules are free on D&D Beyond, and so is the first chapter of Stormwreck Isle. Your group could play through a simple starter adventure before purchasing anything

timid locust
umbral dirge
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Noted

hot pumice
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@fallen surge Thanks! Yup kind of going in blind. Started playing baldur's gate 3, really enjoying it. My son likes to tell stories as he plays with his sister and cousins. He's just 11, at target and going to get the starter kit then

umbral dirge
hot pumice
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It maybe easier for us with the pre-made character sheets

umbral dirge
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Going in blind.

mortal garden
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(They sometimes have give aways of tickets, too! So sometimes it's worth keeping an eye out. I think the last time they did a giveaway, they gave away 50 free tickets.)

hot pumice
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@umbral dirge a bit overwhelming dndLol

umbral dirge
fallen surge
# hot pumice It maybe easier for us with the pre-made character sheets

Pre-made character sheets can certainly make things easier if you're just starting out, but making your own character is a big part of the fun of the game. I wouldn't rely on them for more than a single game, personally. Of course, there's no wrong way to have fun, so if you're group likes them better, then more power to you. I just think you'll also really enjoy character creation

timid locust
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With kids, it's a bit of a double edged sword. Kids love making characters! But it's harder to get them to stick to the rules when you do so. So pre-made sheets aren't a bad idea if that's what you're worried about.

hot pumice
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My son is the but what if, or that, or this type. Which is kind of like me. We may need some sense of direct ar first. 17 bux at target not too bad

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He spent 50 bucks on brawl stars because he had grandpa buy him that for his 5th grade graduation.

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Took him to a dnd yesterday at the library and he enjoyed it. We will try out stormwreck isle and if all goes good off to make our own characters! Thanks all!

timid locust
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Good luck!

hot pumice
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Should be fun!

umbral dirge
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Alright I kinda get it now

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Now what do I do ._.

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Nvm dumb question

timid locust
# umbral dirge Now what do I do ._.

If you feel like you've got a good sense of how the rules work, the next step is finding a game! You can get started with your search on this server using the link above.

umbral dirge
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Oh ty

turbid cobalt
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Few months later and i still dont get how to play the game 💔

fresh fable
turbid cobalt
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I dont get the dice rolls too

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Or maybe im just dumb 😭

lost silo
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Some times it’s hard to grasp the concept until you yourself have to do it. I get it Lily. You are not dumb. Your method of learning is hands on personal experience. Have you looked for groups here? Or on Facebook or Reddit? Hire about a local library or gaming store

sonic widget
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Hi! I don't know what I'm doing or how to do it, so, I'll throw myself out here like my friend does when he's in trouble and hope for the best OnO'

left escarp
plucky ridge
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Is the issue not knowing when to roll a dice or how the dice rolls work?

wild onyx
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You want to do something that's got an element of risk, a chance of failure, the DM will ask for a roll.

You'll roll a twenty sided die (d20) and add an ability modifier, plus your proficiency bonus if it's a skill you have proficiency in. Get a total, tell the DM, they'll let you know the outcome.

obtuse timber
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question is anyone ever allowed to just sit in on sessions to get a taste of the game?

wild onyx
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Sometimes, but it's not like there aren't a ton of actual plays on YouTube you could watch.

obtuse timber
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yeah i knew that just liked the idea of seeing it live/ being able to come up with questions that can be answered afterwards but thanks!

plucky ridge
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You may want to check out a community server that runs drop in or ongoing games. There might be one that is okay with you watching a game.

obtuse timber
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i’m pretty much brand new, i found this server on a whim, ill try and find one of those thank you!

mossy lion
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We did our session 0, it was quite fun! We got 2 levels from a one shot where an old man sent us to retrieve money he was owed, turns out he just wanted to kill us and we stayed an ogre, and I found a magic Greatsword behind a brick.

lost silo
obtuse timber
teal temple
# obtuse timber question is anyone ever allowed to just sit in on sessions to get a taste of the...

Ask the Dungeon Master (DM) for in person play. I am personally generally fine with it as long as the watcher does not interfere.

However, it is MHO that you get more out of it by just leaping in and learning as you go. Some of my most treasured moments as DM are when newer players still fresh with imagination do what they are meant to do... tell me what you want to do not what you think the rules tell you that you want to do.

obtuse timber
worn sierra
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Halloa friends

lost silo
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Hi ash

floral plinth
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Hello guys

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How do I start playing?

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harsh fjord
# floral plinth How do I start playing?

You learn the rules (linked above) and find a group to play with or find a group to play with and learn the rules as you go. If you're trying to join strangers, though, you'll probably have more success finding a welcoming table if you do some learning beforehand!

vital trellis
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Time to read some rules for a few hours and put down some notes in a note block, yay! (I hate my ADHD!)

trail agate
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Where do I put that I’m looking to play? As I’m looking to join a campaign

vital trellis
trail agate
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Thank you ❤️

stray citrus
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guys do I have to make my own spells and subclass??

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Im looking through a forum for warlock and there's subclasses and spells but i haven't found any information on those so im wondering

main fulcrum
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No. In fact, I'd generally recommend not homebrewing anything while you're new

stray citrus
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so should i just go straight warlock or is there actual subclasses i can look at

main fulcrum
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Without knowing what you've been reading, it's hard to say if those are official but there are many subclasses and spells that aren't available as part of the free rules

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I believe there's only one subclass option available for free

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But picking a subclass is part of playing a character. You would never not do that once you reach that level

stray citrus
fallen surge
fallen surge
stray citrus
stray citrus
fallen surge
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the free subclass that is included in the base rules is the Pact of the Fiend

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fallen surge
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You can find a link to "D&D Free Rules" in this bot post above (under the Quick Links section)

stray citrus
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yea im on the site right now, its just a little overwhelming lol

fallen surge
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I can understand that. Don't feel like you need to memorize everything. You can always look up something in the rulebook while you're playing if you need to, and there will also be 4-5 other people at the table to help remind you of anything you might forget

finite portal
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Hey guys

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whats up!

vital trellis
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So . . . Is every campaign here basically a sort of homebrew or like . . .? Because im not gonna lie, i might be cheffing with my character sheet rn

echo kelp
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We don't host games on this server

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So every game/community posted in our Looking For Game channels is going to be different

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Some will run an official adventure module with little or no homebrew

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Others will be comepletely homebrewed setting and perhaps other homebrew rules and options layered on as well.

finite portal
vital trellis
# finite portal Well what type of character you are chieffing

Not gonna sugarcoat it: Vergil specifically DMC5 vergil, well . . . Not really, but my scaly boy does Atleast have a uchigatana that is Basically a heavily watered down Yamato with manually balanced Attack stats, like the regular judgement cut doing 1d4, i would not include some pf his attacks for various reasons but depending on the move it would deal a different aet of damage

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Like Judgement cut: finale doing 1d12 but needing like 5 turns of concentration to actually use and having like a 15 turn cooldown

harsh fjord
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You might be interested in discussing your creations in #homebrew!

craggy dune
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Hi, I played d&d during a club at my school but don’t know the game very well. Can someone help me learn a little more?

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thorn magnet
void mason
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Hi

quaint gazelle
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I honnestly got nouthing to do this weekene since mu game wqs cancelled so i wantes to offer a small group sesson of teaching basic run down for charater start up like how the charater sheets work for d&d so on if any of you are i tereated i will open my dms to you all thinking doing thsi saterday around 1 pacific(weatcoast) time

coral sphinx
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I just joined 👋

timid locust
quaint gazelle
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Got it :3

half plover
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Yooo

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Hello everyone I’m brand new to d&d and I know almost like nothing but I’ve wanted to play so if anyone is starting a campaign I’m open to join

worthy vault
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Pretty new to DND. Is there a location to find dnd groups that are open for people sitting in?

exotic remnantBOT
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# main fulcrum No. In fact, I'd generally recommend not homebrewing anything while you're new

Lol love that people here are actually stating this. There was a group that kept saying just build your character and we will play, if there's nothing you like then just look up homebrews, not helping at all not giving suggestions on where to start, and they would always make it out like I was holding up the group for not making my character. Like just make your character and we will start. Ugh annoying

timid locust
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Still haven't really made a character tbh. It feels daunting but I know its not. Adhd fueled anxiety, with fear of messing up. I've started a character sheet though thanks to resources here. ❤️

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Sometimes mods on twitch will be willing to help answer questions as the campaign goes