#dnd-newcomers

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ancient elbow
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There's also always just joining a campaign, just make sure to ask or see if its marked newcomer friendly.

half plover
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Question, what is this serv about, like I know what it is but like

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half plover
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Idk how else to explain that😭

edgy onyx
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Well as you probably know, it's the official server about D&D and chatting about D&D. A good place to get news and help with the game, and even find groups to play with 😛

plucky sigil
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I have a really good campaign idea, where do I express yhat?

echo kelp
plucky sigil
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Thank you, vause I already scripted the intro and stuff

tacit dust
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Hey I'm new here and to dnd in general, I've been wanting to play for years. I'm not new to role-playing and I am able to be taught, can somebody help me with everything?😭🙏

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echo kelp
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^ start with these useful resources in the embed message above (or check the pinned messages or #learn-to-play)

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Feel free to ask specific questions as you're learning.

stray citrus
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Which warlock patron is good for a beginner, I thought great old one was good since from what i've read its versitile but apparently not

calm maple
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How do I make a character?

edgy onyx
# calm maple How do I make a character?

D&D Beyond has an easy creator for it to start with, as do some VTTs (Virtual table top), or you can use a physical sheet
You'd follow the instructions on the free rules (should be found in #learn-to-play) or Player's Handbook, picking a Class, Race (Or species in 2024), and background

calm maple
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Is D&D Beyond available on mobile?

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Also thanks, love how nice everyone is in this server.

wheat crystal
edgy onyx
north ravine
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Ello! Question: I’m making a dragonborn ranger and a little confused on spells in the players handbook (2024 apparently) it says that Hunter’s Mark is always prepared, but there’s only two spell slots and I’ve chosen different spells. Would Hunter’s mark count as another lv 1 spell or is it something on its own? Also, what are prepared spells…?

edgy onyx
north ravine
dim shore
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where do people find the details for other classes and species? i've been looking through the player's handbook and the dnd beyond stuff, can't find anything related to artificer, tabaxi, etc.
which books/source do they come from?

ornate kiln
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Artificer: Eberron or Tasha’s Cauldron of everything

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Tabaxi etc: monsters of the multiverse

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The third big expansion book would be Xanathar‘s guide to everything, though it’s quite old at this point

dim shore
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oh damn
cool, thanks!

wintry yarrow
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Hello

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So I’m thinking. Should I get the player handbook or nah?

hearty escarp
strange kettle
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Ay

wintry yarrow
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Aight thx

sick vale
sick vale
wintry yarrow
hearty escarp
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One should point out that the 2024 PHB is both more modern and also backwards compatible. I don't see any reason for a new player to buy an 'old' product.

sick vale
hearty escarp
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All D&D products going forward are going to be assuming the 2024 phb.

hearty escarp
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There are D&D groups that still run 3.5e

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But as it stands, 2024 is is really just an updated version of 2014. And in my opinion, an update that made most things better.

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For example, one of my groups switched pretty much instantly to 2024, another waited until all 2024 core books were released and another has started switching just now.

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wintry wedge
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How do I figure out my casting stats

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As in the saves and that type is what I mean

hearty escarp
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It will depend on your class.

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Each class that has spellcasting will list the calculation. For Saves it's usually 8 + Proficiency bonus + spellcasting ability

wintry wedge
hearty escarp
wintry wedge
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So 12

hearty escarp
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Assuming you're level 1-4 and your wisdom score is 14 or 15, yes.

wintry wedge
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11 hp
13 ac

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17 con (warforged + 15 con)

hearty escarp
wintry wedge
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I kinda wanted semi low stats due to backstory

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As they were a fighter who was killed and became a druid due to plant growth on their body

hearty escarp
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That's of course up to you. Though I think you can still have that backstory even without it influencing your stats all that much.

wintry wedge
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And weather damages

wintry wedge
hearty escarp
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One thing to keep in mind is that your stats won't really change that much during the story (depending on how many levels you go through). It's not like in a lot of other games where you regularly add something to them.

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So personally I'd just have the stats fairly standard and simply roleplay your background.

edgy onyx
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And there are other less permanent ways to represent any flaws that you could talk to the DM about

Like for example, I had a player who really wanted their character have terrible eyesight, so we figured we'd just have them make any perception check based on sight at disadvantage, instead of doing something that's harder to remove or fix later, or heavily affecting other things, like having them be blind, or really low wisdom score

dim shore
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how different would 5.5e be compared to 5e in terms of the player's handbook? i'm thinking of buying it, but i heard from my local shop that 5.5e's coming out soon to their stores

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and i heard there's a new class on its way, right? the psion class or smtg?

echo kelp
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The psion class is being playtested (Unearthed Arcana is the name for official D&D playtest material). You can discuss it in #1376935556046524589.

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Although I think right now they are collecting feedback (e.g. the playtest is closing now).

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As far as 2024 vs 2014 rules - the core mechanics really haven't changed. 2024 allows for 2014 material to be played with/alongside it with some minor tweaks.

lost temple
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The two handbooks are the same general idea with the same sort of stuff in them. The 2024 is basically just full of QOL updates. Everything's a bit shinier, runs a bit smoother, etc.

dim shore
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then what's different with 5.5e? is that the 2024 version? or is the 2024 version an updated 5e?

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i'm confused as to the difference between 5e and 5.5e, cause the store guy just said that there's a 5.5e on the way and told me to wait for that, but rn, idk what is 5e and 5.5e in 2024 phb

echo kelp
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Game mechanics and rules-wise, not a lot - that's why it's still D&D 5th Edition

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As pieisacake noted, it's mostly Quality of Life updates that help smooth out perceived balance issues between classes, clarify some mechanics/rules, and generally polish and smooth things up.

dim shore
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ohh

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wait, so lemme get this straight
2014 = 5e
2024 = 5.5e?

echo kelp
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That's what some people call it yes.

hearty escarp
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5.5e is something the community came up with. Officially it's just the 2024 version of the 5e rules.

echo kelp
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But it's still D&D 5th Edition, 2014 or 2024 materials.

dim shore
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so there is no official 5.5e coming out, it just refers to the 2024 edition rather than the 2014 edition?

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cause if so, man, i got jebaited into thinking there's another edition coming out, lol

hearty escarp
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We can only speculate as to what your store person meant, but I do suspect they were referring to the 2024 version.

dim shore
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ah, in that case i'll just get the 2024 version then, lol

hearty escarp
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Good plan dndApprove

fleet aurora
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guys, ive got the 2014 monster manual, dm's guide, and player's handbook, how do i upload these/get them on my dndbeyond account? or will i have to buy digital copies?

hearty escarp
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The latter, unfortunately.

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The digital product is sentirely separate from the physical.

fleet aurora
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:/ i spent $300 just to have to pay more?

hearty escarp
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Only if you want the added digital convenience.

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You don't need the DDBeyond version.

echo kelp
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?books

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fleet aurora
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yippee, 90 more bucks down the drain

wintry wedge
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Are druids predominantly support casters?

harsh fjord
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I think that depends on how you define support.

wintry wedge
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Like buffing debuffing and healing

harsh fjord
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That’s definitely in their wheelhouse spell-wise, but I don’t think it’s largely that, and sub-class matters quite a bit with druid as well.

wintry wedge
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As my warforged was a fighter

harsh fjord
wintry wedge
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Can be could be lots of ac and stat buffing like ik I have faerie fire and shelligh as spells which along with my fighter multiclass could work

timid locust
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There aren't a lot of AC increasing spells in the game, and 0 'stat' increasing ones.

Unfortunately, Druid isn't really the class that gets AC increasing opinions. That would be Wizard, Sorcerer, or Cleric.

wintry wedge
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Barkskin?

timid locust
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Since Barkskin just sets your AC to a flat amount (an amount that's already pretty easy to reach just wearing normal Fighter armor) I don't think it's going to help much in this case

wintry wedge
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Which with the other player being a monk will be fine for a bit

hearty escarp
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17 is pretty nice, but there's nothing you can do to buff that further due to how the spell works

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But yeah, I wouldn't be complaining about 17 AC, that's good.

wintry wedge
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Ok so cant do much with my monk so it'd be primarrily a self use spell

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The monk's ac is 16

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And mine is 13

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Which will be good as my fighter cant use heavy armour

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(Due to being druid as main class)

sharp jasper
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Heyyy so uhmm I'm kinda new to dnd and i really wanna create a cool character for myself it'd be nice if someone can help lol

teal temple
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What you find cool and what others find cool can be quite different. However, probably the most likely way to find something you might find cool to play and look for something that seems interesting to play to you because if you like it and/or are excited by it, the result is always going to be better than if someone just gives you something cookie cutter to play. While there are rules that define what can be done, a lot of D&D is how you interact with it and less a box you are relegated in to in making choices.

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fallen surge
# sharp jasper Heyyy so uhmm I'm kinda new to dnd and i really wanna create a cool character fo...

welcome! The bot post above has some great resources that can help you get started. The D&D Free Rules do a good job of walking new players through how to make a character. If you have any questions about how to play, feel free to ask them here. If you'd like help brainstorming your character and deciding what options to pick, then you can go to the #character-discussion channel for that discussion

sharp jasper
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Okayyy thanks sm I'm gonna check it out

sick vale
sharp jasper
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Idkk I looked into it a little and rouge class seems really coolll

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Something like that maybe?

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I'm still looking through everything lol

sick vale
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The 2 classes that have that kind of theme are the rouge and the warlock

sharp jasper
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whats a warlock?

sick vale
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It's a spellcaster that uses the magic given to them from an powerful entity

sharp jasper
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Rouges don't have any magic?

sick vale
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It is a more complicated character to play than a rouge but u can do more with it

sharp jasper
sick vale
sharp jasper
sick vale
sharp jasper
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I think it's 2024

sharp jasper
sick vale
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2024 rouge is really cool because u can deal less damage to give enermys different effects

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Anyway gtg

sharp jasper
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Ohhh wow lol

sharp jasper
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Thanks for helping

lost temple
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There's a rogue subclass at level 3 called arcane trickster that can use magic. Not as well as a wizard, but magic is magic.

sharp jasper
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Ohh damn what can they do?

timid locust
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Arcane Trickster can cast some useful low level spells, move things around with an invisible, floating hand, and (at later levels) can make it harder to resist their magic when they catch enemies by surprise.

lost temple
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They get the wizard spell list, which contains a billion things. But because they are not a full caster, you don't ever get access to stuff like meteor swarm. So you're better off with utility spells, shape shifting, going invisible, smoke clouds etc.

hollow bay
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Hey, I am new here

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I brought a starter set today

fallen surge
hazy briar
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Is anyone here good at roll20? I'm pretty new as a GM, and I wanted to ask for some advice

hollow bay
echo kelp
hazy briar
worthy sigil
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hi guys

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i started to watch about dnd a few days ago, im making my character but is a little stuck, can anyone help me

teal temple
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What are you stuck on?

worthy sigil
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what should i do in the character sheet sections

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im already done for name, class, race, AC, speed, hit dice, traits (only 1), language, intimidation on skills and +2 on strength and +1 on constitution. Im a half orc fighter btw

teal temple
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Depends on the section. Best way to do character creation is to follow the character creation chapter in the basic rules or player's handbook. Basic rules are free and are here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024 . The Player's Handbook is a pay product.

wild onyx
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Looks like you're missing an origin, also called background.

worthy sigil
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thanks, but is it free pdf bc im broke

teal temple
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It is free!

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Just not a PDF. 🙂

worthy sigil
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to the point i have to make my own d20 with paper 😭 🙏

teal temple
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If it helps, there are dice rolling tools online. Even Google has one built in. You can literally type "roll d20" in to the Google search bar and it will roll a 20-sider for you. D&D is so much more accessible to new players these days.

wild onyx
worthy sigil
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thanks

wild onyx
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Use the standard array method for ability scores as a default.

civic portal
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Would someone teach me how to be a DM

fallen surge
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?newdm

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What is a Dungeon Master?
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Where do I start?
fallen surge
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?dmtips

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Dungeon Master Tips

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

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

Don’t worry about mistakes.

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

fallen surge
civic portal
rocky fog
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Ok so can someone rq explain what a background is

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Cuz my DM says I need one but I have no idea what I’m doing lol

fallen surge
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Backgrounds are just one of the parts of character creation. Like picking a class or species. They will affect your stats and proficiencies, as well as give you some suggestions for ways to role play your character because of their background. But that part is just suggestions. Mostly, it’s just a bundle of game mechanics

rocky fog
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So does it take long to make?

harsh fjord
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You choose a background from among a list of options, generally. So it doesn't take much time.

fallen surge
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You don’t make backgrounds. You pick one from a list

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You might be confusing “background” with “backstory”

rocky fog
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Oh

harsh fjord
rocky fog
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Yeah I did mix it up

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I still need that as well just idk what to really put

harsh fjord
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For backstory or a background?

stiff zinc
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Hello all. Not sure where to say hey so I picked here ...

I was the "forever DM" from 1977 to 1997 (I grew up around Lake Geneva and yes...I still have some of the original dice) . I've been out for over 20 years and things are very different. I'm looking to get back involved and figure starting as a new(-ish) player is the best way. Thanks for keeping it alive.

wild onyx
wild onyx
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mystic light
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Hey guys I've never played a proper game of D&D and hoping to find a group to join. Im pretty noob so I some to learn but so badly wanna play. What would be the best way to go about this?

rocky fog
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Usually tries to fit the class they chose right?

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So you wouldn’t talk about a paladin just killing innocents for example

main fulcrum
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You might, depending on the paladin

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Redemption is an existing subclass

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But you'll generally want something that fits the tone/setting of the DMs game

mystic light
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Thank you! This server is so informative.

wild onyx
main fulcrum
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I admit, I always laugh a bit at the idea that paladins have to be super good since my first two were evil and chaotic respectively. And even in the old system, Lawful stupid wasn't always nice

rocky fog
signal escarp
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Hello everyone

lost silo
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Howdy

main fulcrum
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Greetings and salutations

signal escarp
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Where should I put my homebrew stuff to share it with people?

main fulcrum
signal escarp
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Ye but there it just got ignored like it wasn't even there

main fulcrum
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That's still the place for it. If you want feedback you might need to say that specifically

signal escarp
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Okii

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Thanks for the help

lyric fjord
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Im new to Dnd anything i should know? also whats the difference between a sorcerer and a wizard

storm dragon
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Hey guys, played BG3 and I really wanna get into dnd I just have absolutely no idea how to start

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

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Sorcerer has innate ability to cast spells (aka natural talent) where as a wizard has learned by reading and studying spells and techniques to cast their spells (aka in depth studying)

storm dragon
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One of my questions is that does my job help in anyway to make people's games interesting?

I'm a voice actor and I have been for a while

lost silo
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Mechanical wizards can technically learn every wizard/sorcerer spell there is with enough time and gold, but each morning they have to decide which few spells they can cast that day. A sorcerers list is much more limited, but if he knows it, he can cast it with out preparing ahead of time

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Many games love having voice actors. I have a new campaign with two of them and it’s AMAZING. Lol

storm dragon
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Thanks 👍

grave totem
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(entertaining= happy players)

storm dragon
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I played BG3 doing voices with my character rping with friends

sharp badge
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Ive been trying to get into dnd for i while now, are there any basic things i should know like how to play or how to do anything else

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

rose parrot
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Looking for Hebrew speakers for dnd discussions

ebon lynx
echo kelp
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Unfortunately not on this server (see rules on why we require all posts here to be in English).

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But also welcome to the server! If you're new to D&D, check out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages in the channel.

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stray wedge
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hey, just wondering, would anyone be able to help me build a character sheet? i have a video game inspiration and have never built a character nor played DnD before?

frosty charm
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Does anyone have any recommendations on how to get started with D&D with me and my wife? There's so many options in LFG that it's kind of daunting in terms of campaigns and ruleset. I've played Baldur's Gate and have experience playing video games. Appreciate it!

valid lagoon
stray wedge
quiet quartz
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Hello I’m new to dnd and would appreciate any guidance and advice as I’ve only done 1on1 rps or rpg video games

valid lagoon
quiet quartz
valid lagoon
flat ether
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Hello

valid lagoon
quiet quartz
flat ether
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I am new dnd but I do have a like start kit but I don’t know how to play

valid lagoon
flat ether
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It the starter set Dragons of stormwerck isle

flat ether
terse wraith
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Hey everyone! Kinda new to DnD and thinking of buying some books for myself. Is it still worth buying the 2014 PHB or has everyone switched over to the 2024 version? Hope this is the correct channel!

wild onyx
swift canyon
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Hai! I just got dices from my sister and im thinking of making a campaign, but from my past experiences i couldnt figure out when to ask for rolls and such, i'm still very new to dm'ing but i want to know how to dm properly!!! do you guys have any advice or tips?

edgy onyx
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Generally you'd ask for rolls when a player wabts to try and do something where the outcome is uncertain

Like Athletics for kicking down a door successfully, Persuasion to try and haggle down price or have an NPC assist them in some way, Perception to see if they find something they're looking for, etc.

Anyways check out #learn-to-play which has some useful resources, or if you have specific questions this channel is a good place to ask!

high wharf
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hello

swift canyon
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also why do my dices keep rolling away :((( im not gonna eat them

civic portal
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Question where is the best place to buy source books?

And also is it better to have digital copies or physical

wild onyx
civic portal
wild onyx
# civic portal Question where is the best place to buy source books? And also is it better to...

The first is just shopping: wherever is convenient or cheapest for you.

The second is more nuanced. Physical is yours. Scribble on it, carry it around, lend it out, do as you will.

Digital is a license if it's not a download. Digital may lack an offline mode. However it does tend to integrate better with tools for online play, and it's a lot easier to get a group for online than in person.

civic portal
lyric fjord
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Guys I'm new to dnd learnt the main rules and character creation
and I'm not really sure # looking for players is helping me out to find a one shot suitable .can I find help.

wheat crystal
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If a post in #looking-for-players isn’t explicitly newbie friendly it’s always helpful to ask to make sure

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Otherwise, when trying to find a group it’s best to cast your net wide. This server isn’t the only place to find games. 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)
lost silo
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Have u posted what ur looking for or just looked through what the DMs are offering

vital trellis
timid locust
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If a DM is using Foundry, you as the player don't have to pay for the program.

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Only the DM has to pay for it. Everyone else can connect for free.

vital trellis
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Huh . . . Then what about the character sheets? I haven't seen an option inside of foundry to make one

echo kelp
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That's part of the dnd5e game system Foundry has

timid locust
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Your DM can help walk you through using the software, if needed.

quiet quartz
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Good morning

lyric fjord
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Hi!

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

stray plank
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hi

lyric fjord
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So, I havent actually played dnd yet but my first session is gonna be next week. Im a dragon born paladin named Alian. I have a scimitar that melts flesh and I have ethereal wings that come and go

echo kelp
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Noice!

stray plank
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i wish u good luck

echo kelp
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If you're new to D&D we have #learn-to-play and the pinned messages here in the channel to help get you started.

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Feel free to ask specific questions

stray plank
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ok

sacred kiln
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how does weapon mastery work? For example, the PC has greataxe mastery which is cleave. He can use cleave every single turn as long as the attack roll lands?

harsh fjord
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Once per turn, but yes, every turn.

minor linden
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Any chance I can post an image of my character? I created it in an image creator and added different elements that I would consider to OC but I don’t want to get in trouble with the server

harsh fjord
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#dnd-arts-and-crafts is where you'll find plenty of character art, so that'd be the place to share yours!

minor linden
lyric fjord
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whats everyones fav character they've made?

lyric fjord
harsh fjord
wheat crystal
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If you'd like to use this server to find a group head to #find-a-game !

short marsh
vital trellis
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Imma be on the forums, like its hard to get into a campaign and one shots where i can just pick up some experience, if i don't find something in the forums soon i might loose interest . . .

echo kelp
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Maybe try some text-based games (westmarch/forums) in the servers advertising in#looking-for-community- westmarch is a style of play that doesn't have a set DM and group, often is text-based (meaning asyncronous play, no set meeting time, typically just need to post within a timeframe).

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But also recognize that putting together a D&D game and coordinating folks schedules to devote 3-4 hours to a game session is hard work - it's not simply jumping into a video game lobby and finding a game right off.

timid locust
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It's true. Once you've found a group that's right for you, it can still take days or even weeks to prepare for and schedule your first session

lyric fjord
short marsh
quaint fractal
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Can someone teach me about combat and leveling up?

hearty escarp
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If you have a specific question about either of tose, feel free to ask.

sharp badge
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Cant find any campaigns to join, does anyone need a new player?

wheat crystal
quiet quartz
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Yo sorry I’ve been in and out littlefoot is keeping me busy

sharp badge
echo kelp
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Then you just need to be patient and keep looking.
Soliciting or organizing games outside of our Looking For Game channels is off-topic and will be moderated.

sharp badge
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What are some more basic apps i should have other than dnd beyond

whole plover
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roll20 is a good one in my opinion, I'm new as well, and the charactermancer makes it very simple to make a character

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(assuming you're also new)

tame lake
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So if I want to join a game , do I have to own a own character or does the gm give me specifics how to create my character?

whole plover
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You make your own character, sometimes if your DM wants to do a themed campaign, they'll tell you the theme, and then you base your character off of that

tame lake
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Ty

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And where can I create a character?

whole plover
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You could use a client like DnD beyond, or roll20, I recommend roll20 for new players like us because the charactermancer makes it very simple to set up a character, I used it not to long ago to set up a character

tame lake
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What does 5E mean?

whole plover
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Fifth edition, it's the current one I'm pretty sure

tame lake
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Ty

whole plover
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No problem

remote pilot
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I’m new to the discord but am bored and wanna play dnd how does this work

whole plover
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No offense, but it says you're a dm, if your new, how are you dm?

remote pilot
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I can be a dm and a player but I prefer player so idk

whole plover
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Okay

tame lake
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I am stuck at roll20, I made a acc but there isn't a +character button 😭

whole plover
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Give me a second, let me go look at it, I'll be back in just a minute and tell you how to use it

tame lake
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Tyyyyy

whole plover
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My phone's about to die, so give me like maybe 30 minutes to let it charge a bit, and I'll get to looking at that

tame lake
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Ok

tall spire
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How do I create a character in roll 20

whole plover
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Are you on the website or app

unborn ledge
sick vale
# tame lake What does 5E mean?

The other person is right but I'm just giving some more information
5e is a version of the game that came out in 2014 there is also the 2024 version that is better
U should ask your dm which one you should use
The 2014 ones are shown as the "legacy" options

shell ruin
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Hello guys

sick vale
thick briar
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Hello all

lime turret
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Welcome fresh meat new players.

balmy pulsar
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Hello! purr_wave

teal gyro
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O/

timber river
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Yo

subtle summit
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Hi guys

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I'm quite new what should I learn to start a short game?

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My friend asked me to be dm

lime turret
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My recommendation would be to get one of the Starter Sets. They contain simple rules for the game and a short campaign.

subtle summit
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Aw man

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I'm broke, is there any other choice?

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What about the homebrewing thing

wild onyx
subtle summit
sick vale
subtle summit
sick vale
# subtle summit I'm quite new what should I learn to start a short game?

Learning what to ask people to roll for in different circumstances is a good idea
Also the basic DCs (the number the player needs to roll more than to succeed
I would atleast recommend getting 1 of the books before dming (the digital version is like $30)
Probably the dms gide would be good

sick vale
subtle summit
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It is absolutely impossible for me to buy even one of the book

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I'm broke

fresh fable
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Basic rules are free

subtle summit
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30$ is like my 3 months expenses

hearty escarp
subtle summit
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Thank you guys a lot

subtle summit
fresh fable
sick vale
subtle summit
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This is gonna be a very long reading marathon 🥲

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Appreciate it

fresh fable
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Good beginner adventures (credit iamrazorwing) include The Delian Tomb (https://www.gmbinder.com/share/-L_0WX-KKXsZA22VHr5j), Peril in Pinebrook (https://www.dndbeyond.com/posts/1625-peril-in-pinebrook-a-free-introductory-adventure), The Silvyr Tower (https://www.shacknews.com/cortex/article/437/the-silvyr-tower-a-dampd-5e-one-shot-written-specifically-for-new-dms), The Green Blight (https://howtogm.guide/resources/the-green-blight-v1.0.pdf), or any of Winghorn Press's stuff (https://www.dmsguild.com/browse.php?author=Winghorn Press).

vital trellis
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So uh . . . Im currently using DnD beyond to make a character sheet for a Dragonborn Druid (2014 rules) with a hermit background for a campaign and uh . . . Im currently in the tool proficincies section and uh, Vehicles? SPACE Vehicles??? Ain't that artificer stuff??? Like i was confused at first but now im kinda lost im not gonna lie

fresh fable
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Carts, boats, rafts, etc

vital trellis
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Space, like the water and land are obvious but space?

hearty escarp
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Spelljamming is a thing. Though it's not going to be relevant for most campaigns.

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I suspect that particular proficiency has only been added to DDBeyond with the release of "Spelljammer: Adventures in Space", because one of the backgrounds in there has it.

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I will also point out that vehicle proficiency has been left by the wayside in 2024, presumably because it almost never came up in 2014. After all, it's not required to drive these vehicles.

vital trellis
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You know what, im not gonna question As to why the druid class (2014 rules still) gets the proficiency in Spacecrafts . . . I just won't question it

hearty escarp
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Oh that's easy. It's a DDBeyond quirk.

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Also the Spelljammer book was still in the 2014 ruleset.

vital trellis
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Hm, im almost tempted to just click on that knowing full well it will never come up during the campaigne . . . Like imagine your druid randomly saying this: "oh yeah, by the way i can make a vehicle that can explore the deep void of the cosmos"

hearty escarp
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Well, 'making' a vehicle is quite different from being able to handle it in difficult circumstances.
But also yeah, in many settings there is actually space for people to have arrived from off-world.

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So it may be that your druid is new, maybe crashed here in a spelljammer.

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Though of course, that should be discussed with the DM that will be running that game.

jaunty minnow
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Morning:)

wintry yarrow
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hello

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i am thinking because i am not an artist and i want to draw my dnd character does enyone know on what i could draw them?

wild onyx
wintry yarrow
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Aight thanks

bleak spire
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Hello everyone, newbie here, is there any tutorial that actually simplifies how to make a character? i've seen like 7 videos of youtube and still don't get it, need help u_u

hearty escarp
sick vale
wild onyx
bleak spire
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Thanks all! ill take a look at the page and try to make something ❤️

stable field
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im new and know nothing about dnd can i play dnd on discord?

timid locust
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Many people who play online use discord voice to coordinate, yes.

And though less common, there are even some groups that play text only games using discord as well.

stable field
timid locust
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The game is played entirely in the imagination. There are certain programs or websites used to help visualize what's happening that are frequently used, though.

stable field
lost silo
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Many will combine discord for voice and / or video with sites such as D&D Beyond, Roll20, Owl, etc etc

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The first two I mentioned

echo kelp
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?tag new online

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echo kelp
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^ Article on various tools to play D&D online

stable field
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whats the difference between player and dungeon master

echo kelp
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Players play player characters in the game.
Dungeon Master helps run the game by describing the situation, asking the players what their characters do, decides what dice rolls (if any) are needed, decides what rules are in effect in the given game context, runs combat, runs the monsters, helps guide the story along, and helps decide the outcomes of the character (player and non-player) actions and their impact on the situation.

stable field
echo kelp
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The DM? They don't play a character per se - they're more like a narrator and game adjudicator

stable field
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so like a moderator of the game

echo kelp
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Yep

stable field
fresh fable
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Referee, story teller, narrator, judge jury and executioner

stable field
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what dice is used

exotic remnantBOT
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Dice

Dice add randomness to the game. The 20-sided die (d20) is the most important one you’ll use. When the outcome of an action is uncertain, the game uses D20 Tests to determine success or failure. The higher your roll, the more likely it is that you succeed. The most common use for dice other than the d20 is to determine damage.

When you need to roll dice, the rules tell you how many dice to roll of a certain type, along with any numbers to add or subtract. For example, “3d8 + 5” means you roll three eight-sided dice, add them together, and add 5 to the total.

lime turret
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I think you it would be better if you look up a video on the basics or watch an actual play to get a feel for how the game works.

stable field
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so when i have my character do i roll the dice when its my turn and then something happens

lime turret
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That’s the gist.

echo kelp
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Only roll dice if and when the DM asks you too

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Usually this is for attack rolls, skill checks, or saving throws (also known as D20 tests)

lime turret
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DM narrates situation>Player tries to do something>They roll something if asked>DM narrates outcome>repeat.

unborn heath
#

Hey all! I've always wanted to play D&D but every time I got a party they'd kinda cancel or get busy. Are there any open campaigns? I'm new but know some of the rules amd aspects.

wheat crystal
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If you’d like to use this server to find a group check #find-a-game !

stable field
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do i have to make my character specific for the DMs world

wheat crystal
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Usually yes, you make a character for the world unless the DM says otherwise

stable field
wheat crystal
#

You can, but there’s a few caveats. Your character may be subject to changes to fit the world and any requirements the DM might have. This is typically if your character uses an option a DM doesn’t allow in their world (e.g. Dragonborn may not exist in their setting). Usually you’re safe if you use stuff from the Free Rules & PHB.

The second big thing you might need to change is your stats. There’s 3 official methods to do so, and some DMs like to customize that further. You’re likely safe if you use Standard Array or Point Buy

The last big thing you want to be careful of is backstory, the narrative component of your character (≠ background, which is a mechanical part of your character). Try to avoid grandiose backstories (e.g. Bobert the Goblin is a fallen god), and backstories with too many specifics (e.g. Eliott was a captain in the Red Tree army of the Desainn Kingdom). This helps make your character very easy to integrate and adapt to the DM’s world.

stable field
iron carbon
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Hello I am new and I need help and maybe a team, I made a character today my first one and she probably needs adjustments too

stone cliff
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hi.. i looking for a game / DM

wheat crystal
wheat crystal
iron carbon
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I wouldnt be comfortable sharing it for everyone to see

wheat crystal
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You can DM it if you'd like

stone cliff
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@wheat crystal merci baucoup

iron carbon
#

français??

stone cliff
#

Fr Canadian

iron carbon
#

oh okay!

iron carbon
stone cliff
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French is my 1 st language

dreamy monolith
#

;-; I’m trying so hard to find a group to join, as I’m still new to dnd. I’ve only played one session before. But it’s also hard to find a group that understands ppl have a life- and not threaten to kick you if you don’t make it to one session

iron carbon
dreamy monolith
iron carbon
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how many person does a group have ?

dreamy monolith
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Plus I have dice that is still new and never used-

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Most I’ve seen is six, not including the dm but idk

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I’m still extremely new to dnd. I don’t even have a character sheet filled out yet-

iron carbon
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oh

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same i got interested in it like yesterday

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and wrote my character today

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it was pretty thrilling i made it with an app

dreamy monolith
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Nice. I just took a pre existing character and made them have a dnd version

iron carbon
dreamy monolith
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I have no clue

ripe bridge
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I'm still quite new to DnD - I played two campaigns - but that's about it. I know a small amount of info on an Aasimar (having been that be my second campaign thing) and I know what animal companion means, but thats just about it for my information.

hearty escarp
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timid locust
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Welcome! The best place to start is with the Free Rules, linked in the bot post above. As you're giving them a read, we'll be happy to answer any specific questions you have here in this chat.

iron carbon
#

so like i can be druid and idk let's say rogue?

iron carbon
hearty escarp
# iron carbon subclasses ?

At level 3, every class gets to pick a subclass. You can imagine it like a specialization. For example, a druid may pick the circle of the moon, making their wildshape stronger. Or they may pick circle of the polar land, focusing on spells relating to polar regions.

hearty escarp
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I don't generally recommend multiclassing. But subclasses is something everyone gets if they reach level 3.

ripe bridge
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What class would an Aasimar fall under?

hearty escarp
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That is a species (race), not a class.

ripe bridge
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Oh, I didn't know that. I had way more help when I made my character and I sadly didn't grab my character sheets.

stable field
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anyone know how i change the dnd font colour, its in black for some reason for the species info

hearty escarp
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All of these building pieces provide something. The class is (by far) the most important one.

iron carbon
#

background is it the job or something

hearty escarp
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It represents what your character did before they became an aventurer. For example, they may have been a farmer.

ripe bridge
#

The character sheets on the free rules are overwhelming

hearty escarp
ripe bridge
#

What if my character was a rouge aasimar?

tall spire
#

Does anybody have a group that I could join

hearty escarp
hearty escarp
ripe bridge
#

This is very overwhelming. I'm gonna head back to bed and I'll chat later if I need some help

teal temple
iron carbon
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my character has several animals with her

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since shes tied to nature

lime turret
#

Beastmaster Ranger gets an animal companion that can fight alongside it.

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And there’s also Find Familiar which gives you a much smaller animal you can command and use as a kind of scout.

iron carbon
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yes but it's a druid

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so my qst is can she have animals with her

lime turret
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I personally would let you but wouldn’t give you mechanical benefit from them in the way Beastmaster and Find Familiar does. It’s something to ask your DM about.

iron carbon
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i see

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i wish i had one

lime turret
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I think 2024 Druid gets Find Familiar by default.

iron carbon
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okay and i get to pick the animal?

lime turret
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Yes, from a list of options.

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Any Beast that has challenge rating 0.

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For example a Bat, Cat, Frog, Hawk, Lizard, Octopus, Owl, Rat, Raven, Spider, or Weasel

iron carbon
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Owl fs

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in her bio i wrote a couple of animals thinking she was a kind of spiritual mother to animals

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i think i wrote like5 animals

lime turret
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I usually have mine as owl because it’s good for scouting.

sick vale
iron carbon
iron carbon
wild onyx
stable field
#

anyone help my dnd beyond font colour is black so i cant read it

wheat crystal
#

Not sure what you mean but you may get better help in #ddb-support

stable field
dreamy monolith
iron carbon
iron carbon
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i wonder

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after i fill in my sheet properly

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how do i join a beginner's campain bcs all of them require a lvel already acquired and im a noob so..

sterile hull
#

Become a GM. Problem solved. /Hj

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But srsly, your character can have a higher level then one when you're a newbie

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Just don't like, make them OP or whatever ig

iron carbon
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so like

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rn i can just make my character level 5??

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i feel like it's cheating if i don't maker start from lvl 1 bcs i never played so i have no notion of levels

lyric fjord
iron carbon
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yea that was weird

sterile hull
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I guess? I'm a newbie too so maybe I'm not the best source of info, but if you just say you've never played before you should be fine.

iron carbon
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okayy

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are u in a group?

sterile hull
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Uhh

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One I'm GMing.

iron carbon
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im desperate

sterile hull
#

Oh! Well, I'm already planning on adding another player that joined next session

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sterile hull
#

So! You're in! Insert applause

iron carbon
#

whaAT

#

AM I

sterile hull
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If you want to be!

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Uhh

#

Meet me in VC?

iron carbon
#

and I hope I will be able to be here since i have class

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when where

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i cant see the voice chats

sterile hull
#

Wait are there VCs her e

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I forgor

iron carbon
#

i dont see any :/

sterile hull
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Dangit

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Well, I'll send you the campaign server and we can VC there

iron carbon
#

when is that?

sterile hull
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Oh

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I was planning on doing the next session whenever we were free next week

#

What's ur timezone?

iron carbon
#

apris

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paris

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utc+2

sterile hull
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Okay!

#

So, 11:50 PM for you

iron carbon
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yes

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im having a hard time understanding the levels

sterile hull
lost silo
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Yall should DM each other this stuff

sterile hull
#

Oh, sorry

iron carbon
#

Well im asking everyone

lost silo
#

You’re not allowed to be looking for groups in this channel. If you’re looking for groups, go to be looking for groups channels if you already are talking, then go to a private chat.

iron carbon
#

Okay!! be nice please!

obsidian pike
lost silo
#

No ill intent. I was voice to text in my car so it mat had sounded serious but no mean to be mean lol

iron carbon
#

okay thank you, having a hard time decyphering texts as i am autistic

iron carbon
obsidian pike
#

No prob bob

obsidian pike
iron carbon
#

dm me i dont wanna get scolded 😓

obsidian pike
#

Fr

dreamy monolith
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I’m not good with height, so I just go off ages since they’re usually in a specific height by a certain time

lyric fjord
#

Non issue to stop comparing your character to children

willow python
#

Hey guys, I'm brand new to D&D and want to learn the game. The shop near me sells the Adventure Begins board set. Would this be a good way for me to learn the basics of the game or should i try something else ?

echo kelp
#

I'd suggest starting with the free rules first and see if you like the game enough to invest in.

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echo kelp
willow python
#

perfect thank you

iron carbon
#

Do I have to remember all my spells guys

whole plover
iron carbon
#

oh sorry i changed the settings bcs i got spammed

lost silo
#

if yer using an onlie character sheet, u can usuall click on the spell and read what it does each time. I have very experienced players who still do that every time lol

rose narwhal
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Hi

iron carbon
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would that not be just fine ? since it's role play

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people know it's not you so

dreamy monolith
lyric fjord
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If only something like that existed which could define your character to the nth of a measurement instead of trying to figure out the size of a 5 year old child which you couldn’t even recall at first

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I don’t mean to be rude but it sincerely is a NON issue

dreamy monolith
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Dude, all I was saying they were the same height as a 5 yr old. It’s no different than an actual human adult being the same height as a 5 yr old. So in a sense I’m not gonna call the adult person that’s 3ft a little person or the M word. But with the way you were sounding you were sounding kinda rude to me.

lyric fjord
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I said use a number system.. like feet or centimeters.. what are you even talking about

clever latch
#

hi im new to dnd and wanted to start playing online but have never played...any tips

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clever latch
#

if i want to create a custom race how do i decide on the stats

sterile hull
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Uh

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Lemme search yt rq

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I would say maybe try a basic race since you're a beginner, but that'd make me a hypocrite lol

echo kelp
#

We generally don’t recommend starting with homebrew as a new player (or even new DM) because without experience of the core game rules and mechanics you won’t have a good gauge for whether the homebrew is balanced or not. That said, check with your Dungeon Master as well as they may not allow homebrew not vetted by them in their game

clever latch
#

i dont have a game

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im on roll20 looking

sterile hull
#

You know you can also look here, right?

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lethal crane
#

Hey.

Uhm awkward question and stuff, but can I ask for smart opinions on a matter?

My wife is creating a campaign with a lot of world building and stuff.

And now the main character (The forever DM who is finally given a shot to be a player) has guesses the entire story.. Secrets, twists and plots even before the first session.
Any ideas on how she can fix that without starting anew?

echo kelp
#

Add some subtle twists to it and remind the player (outside of game) to play their character as if they didn't know things the player has actually figured out already.

sterile hull
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Um

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Dang that character must have maxxed out their wisdom

buoyant lake
#

How do I play dnd with my friends without meeting up

echo kelp
#

?tag new online

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echo kelp
#

^ Various tools and ways folks are able to play D&D online

whole plover
buoyant lake
obtuse glen
#

Hiiii

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obtuse glen
#

Hii

fierce anvil
echo kelp
# obtuse glen Hii

You already posted that - please be mindful of server rules about spamming (that includes repeating the same or similar message or posting the smae message across channels).

blazing bronze
#

Howdy

echo kelp
#

If you're new to D&D check out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages in this channel to help get you started - and feel free to ask specific questions as you run across them in this channel or an appropriate channel on the server (see #channel-guide)

outer sable
#

how long wall of force can be? (5e)

echo kelp
#

The spell should say - let me look it up real quick

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It's either a 10 foot globe or "ten 10-foot-by-10-foot panels" in either vertical or horizontal position

magic oracle
#

Hey guys, I am completely new to dnd and just (tried to) made my fist character, as the backgroud I chose Charlatan, but I don`t understand these "favorite schemes" can someone help me please?

stone jungle
#

Hii

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dire dagger
#

hello, i am totally a baby to dnd, i watch youtube vidoes where they do campaings but that's it. anyone can someone help me do my first one. i need a total mentor please

dire dagger
#

anyone active

stone jungle
#

I've been also watching youtubes and totally willing to do it

dire dagger
main fulcrum
magic oracle
main fulcrum
#

It would just be a note around your background at most. If you care, write it down

magic oracle
main fulcrum
#

It's not anything you would need to include in the features specifically

smoky hedge
#

Hiya

hearty escarp
#

Welcome! Let us know if you have any questions.

cedar shard
#

Hi there!
I am a total newbie to dnd. A penpal of mine encouraged me enough to finally conquer my fear and join a dnd server in hopes of maybe someday taking part in a campaign.
For now I think I’ll just lurk and learn more about all of the rules and stuff.
Hope you’re all having a nice day!

sick vale
hearty escarp
#

I'd compare it more to a collaborative storytelling exercise that happens to include a bunch of dice and books. dndApprove

cedar shard
#

I have watched a couple of campaigns and read through some of the dnd wiki. The most confusing part for me is the whole dice thing, I think.

hearty escarp
ornate kiln
#

the dnd wiki is not a good source for accurate info btw

cedar shard
fresh fable
#

Have a look for a geek retreat there are a few in London iirc

hearty escarp
#

I'm not familiar with that area, but I know plenty of people in that age group that are interested in dnd. I'd check up on any local ttrpg game stores. Best of luck.

lyric fjord
#

Hiii I’m new here 😂, I have my first campaign on Wednesday and I don’t want to be the worst lol. Any tips?

lost silo
#

you wont be the worst if you have fun and use your imagination. 🙂

#

just lean into the character you built and have fun with it. be flexible to what the DM puts forth and work with your party to achieve what y'all are trying to do

smoky hedge
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I know nothing and sat as a dm for 30 mins

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Just made the story without knowing much of the rules

lyric fjord
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Oh okay, I’ll try my best. I don’t have a great imagination at the best of times but I’ll go along with it and see where I end up 😂

sick vale
lyric fjord
sick vale
spring field
#

hey all new here (german) and i played dnd pnp last time around 2010 or so but baldursgate 3 and neverwinter fixed me back

hearty escarp
#

Welcome!

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latent hare
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Im a pretty new dm and i need a group to test my skills with who tryna join

#

Dm if yall interested

sage cargo
somber delta
#

hello I just made a dragonborn wizard but idk what are some good level 1 spells for him and how many spells I can add of each

echo kelp
midnight otter
#

ehm guys, how does a complete newcomer find a party to play with?

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#

Can I get some advice on where to start. I'm looking for a community to play D&D

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thin tiger
lost silo
#

hit up #find-a-game and follow the easy steps to look for groups or post what you are specifically looking for

small bluff
whole plover
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You'll get in a bit of trouble if you don't follow their protocol for looking for groups or dungeon master, so just look at the messages I sent you a bit ago

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Ok?

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@small bluff

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Do you know how to check your dms

dull plank
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Im a newcomer to dnd and only have played baldurs gate but no normal dnd. Wizard is the strongest class, right?

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5e

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Context matters - wizards can be very versatile because of their spell list but doesn't mean they are "strongest".

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A good party has a good mix of classes, skills, and features that help cover the parties needs.

raw steeple
echo kelp
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A reminder that we don't allow game soliciting/organizing outside of the Looking For Game channels - please keep it to direct messages or in the LFG channels. Thanks!

rose wren
valid bane
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Is anyone looking for a player

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I'm new and need a dm

sterile hull
lyric fjord
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thank you!

hybrid wagon
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OK dumb question, I have a full Cam and VC here... anyone interested in that- I work in PST so I hope anyone is interested

deft sigil
hybrid wagon
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I know that, and I have looked time and time again, it's why I looked here to see if there is a DM... someone with similar interests

deft sigil
summer warren
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If anyone is having a DND campaign on beyond please let me know I have no nerdy friends who play

gentle silo
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same

inner zephyr
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fellas

unborn latch
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Same here. New to the game completely.

edgy onyx
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Check out #find-a-game for instructions about the server's LFG channels 👍

waxen sedge
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Hi, I have the german version of the three Basic books 2014 and create a story for my wife an daugther right now. Is there an german ordered list of all monsters in the manual by their challenge rating? (I only find some in english)

ornate kiln
waxen sedge
mortal forge
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hey there. I've never played dnd but saw people play it online and it looked interesting but i have no idea how to play and don't have anyone to play with. anyone wanna learn together?

edgy onyx
lyric fjord
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Hey! As I am under 18, would I probably not get invited to any group? I've always wanted to join a DND game, but never tried! I do want to now.

hearty escarp
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There are groups for minors as well, check the lfg posts for that.

lyric fjord
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Where would that be to sorry?

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So much channels xD

hearty escarp
lyric fjord
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Appreciate it, thank you.

sick beacon
civic portal
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Apart from Amazon what’s the best place to get DND kit and accessories

regal gust
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Hey everyone. Idk if this is the right place to go, but I have never played a game of dnd, but it looks really fun. My only experience with the game is through the YouTube channels critcrab and oxventure (only a little bit). Would anyone be willing to play with me and show me the ropes cause I'll probably be pretty slow to begin with.

civic portal
regal gust
exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
flat jay
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Hello everyone I am new to dnd and I need help of where to start and how can I create my first character

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

sturdy orbit
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Hey everyone, I'm new to DND and I could really use some direct help. I've looked at a lot of things but I'm still very confused, so if someone would be willing to answer a few questions and help me create my first character, I would really appreciate it (for example, by sharing information and helping directly in a call).

fallen surge
real hinge
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Hi, im new to DND in general and already i have one character im most comfortable with using for roleplay so what i should know before I can reuse it for DND? Thanks again.

lost temple
sturdy orbit
fallen surge
# real hinge Hi, im new to DND in general and already i have one character im most comfortabl...

D&D character creation requires a lot of picking specific options from a list. Powers, abilities, species, etc. Its not just free form role play. You have the freedom to write your character's backstory however your like, but the point of a backstory is to explain the choices you made during character creation, not the other way around. You can't get any new items or abilities just by writing them into your backstory. So, if you have an existing character that you'd like to use as a D&D character, it is usually a better idea to try and reimagine that character for what they would be like if they lived in the D&D world, rather than trying to 1-to-1 exactly match what you already have in your head

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This is the exact same advice I give to anyone that wants to play an existing fictional character as their D&D character

vale crescent
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hi, can i ask what the difference is between a west march game and just a normal campaign? not quite sure i understand it

fallen surge
# vale crescent hi, can i ask what the difference is between a west march game and just a normal...

So, in a normal game, you have 1 DM and however many players, but you play with the same group every single time. And you're just following the story of this one set of adventurers, as they go around and do stuff. In a West March game, you have a group of DMs, and a large group of players, and you oragnize games based on whoever is available. So each time you play, the DM and the other players at the table might be different. Typically, all of the adventurers are part of one single organization, so then the story revolves around that organization, and they send out groups of adventurers to complete tasks as needed

vale crescent
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ah okay!! thank you!

rustic chasm
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Hello, its my first time playing a wizard and I wanted to clear some stuff about spells. As far as i understand

I know all the cantrips
I know 6+2(Wizard level-1) spells in total and as on level 1 I have 6 lvl 1 spells, if I create a char of lvl 5, I need to have a minimum of 6 lvl 1 spells at lvl 3, while i do get 2nd level spells, i can technically just choose to learn 2 lvl 1 spells and so by lvl 5 I can have 14 lvl 1 spells of any school from the wizard spell list.

I can prepare number of cantrips according to the wizard table and int + wizard level number of spells

Once chosen I cannot change the spells after char creation, only add more spells when i find them in session through other's spell books and scrolls

Now my question is, is the above true? if not, what am I getting wrong?

lost temple
rustic chasm
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2014 rules

sick vale
jovial spire
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Hello

lost temple
# rustic chasm 2014 rules

Yeah this all checks out.

Assuming you'd levelled up from one and not just blinked into existence. You'd be limited to 2 level 3 spells.

And either 4 or 6 level 2 spells (depending on if you chose level 3s)

jovial spire
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Umm, I am new, I need some help to learn.

edgy onyx
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What do you need help with?

jovial spire
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character Of course, I need good fighter, but I don't know where to start, Last time I had created character, that's.. bad for me '-'

sick vale
sage cargo
teal temple
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There really isn't just one way to build a fighter.

In general, your highest ability score should be in the thing(s) that you will use the most, but this is true really for all characters. So, for example, if you want to be good at attacking with a bow, your highest score should be in Dexterity.

Your second or third highest should probably always be Constitution.

Every other stat choice is really what appeals to you.

spring hare
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Hello ! I’m new to D&D but I already learn some of the basic stuff and already have a character set to play. I been struggling at finding a group or joining in one. I’m afraid of making mistake when joining in a campaign that probably already started or joining anew one with more experience players so I’m not sure what to do

glad cape
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Hello if im buying a dnd called castle ravenloft do i buy a master guide book to it too because i cant find it

teal temple
# spring hare Hello ! I’m new to D&D but I already learn some of the basic stuff and already h...

Once you find a game, talk to the DMs and Players. They can tip you off as to the style of game they play. It also allows you to determine if you are a bad fit. Maybe they play on a day that is bad for you, or maybe they act everything out and you are uncomfortable with that, or maybe their game is dark and you are not interested in that. Or maybe they only want someone who joins to play a Cleric.

A good discussion with players and DM is something everyone should do when starting / joining a game.

jovial spire
wheat crystal
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It depends on what kind of weapons you want to go for, ranged/finesse (dex) fighters are just as capable as strength-based ones

sage cargo
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Tbh even on Str fighter i like 12-14 dex

sick vale
jovial spire
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I don't know these rules, 2024 is safest for new player?

plucky ridge
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Both are good to use but 2024 would probably be a safe bet for new players since it addressed some of the gaps from 2014

smoky adder
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I do think the 2024 rules definitely do a better job of teaching how to play and how to fill out a character sheet.

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And of the new games being started, I'd suspect more of those will use the 2024 rules than the 2014 ones.

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But honestly, it's fine to get started with either version. The game still plays out generally the same way regardless.

hearty parrot
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How would someone start rp within a server?

echo kelp
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DM sets the scene and asks the players, “How does your character act? What does your character feel in this moment?” etc. then let the players describe what their character feels or how they act in that moment.

flat jay
spring hare
brave storm
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Hello

wheat crystal
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Species sort of do the same, but their mechanics are much less impactful on your day to day gameplay

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In any case if you wanted a quick rundown on the official classes in the game I suggest checking out the free Basic Rules linked in #learn-to-play and this channel’s pins

flat jay
cunning current
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Class is their job. Species is what creature they are

fallen surge
wheat crystal
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Honestly it’s probably best to read the summaries of each class page to see what thing you vibe with.

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Traditional MMO or video game roles like “tank-healer-dps” don’t really exist in the game

velvet elbow
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wsg yall im completely clueless about this dnd thing
any tips on how to get started would fr help thx

wheat crystal
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As an example, Cleric gets the most healing abilities but isn’t a “healer.” Likewise, Paladin and Barbarian get a lot of defensive abilities but aren’t “tanks”

cunning current
velvet elbow
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oh ight
reccomend any channels or specific videos?

wheat crystal
# velvet elbow wsg yall im completely clueless about this dnd thing any tips on how to get sta...

Welcome! I suggest checking out #learn-to-play and this channel’s pins for a bunch of newbie resources, including the free rules! I also suggest making a practice character as you flip through them for practice. The more work you do learning on your end the easier it will be to find a group, though you might get lucky and get a DM/group that’s willing to teach one-on-one.

Of course, we’re always happy to help answer any questions you might have

velvet elbow
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Oh word
appreciate it fr

flat jay
wheat crystal
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If you wanted to check out some fun D&D YouTubers, I recommend:

  • Ginny Di
  • JoCat
  • The Handbooker Helper series by Critical Role (sort of outdated since it was made for 2014 5e, before the 2024 update came out, but there’s a lot of crossover)
velvet elbow
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Thx mr light
imma check them out fr

wheat crystal
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As a fair warning, I do recommend D&D YT as a learning supplement, not as a way to learn by itself.

velvet elbow
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Nah im fr just tryna get into the whole lore/character/world building aspect
basically what im lookin for with this dnd thing yk

wheat crystal
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Also as a warning, I recommend staying away from D&D YouTubers who mainly do YT shorts content. Quite a few do sensational posts about “OP combos” and “cool rules interactions!” That end up actually not following or significantly bending the rules

velvet elbow
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Arent the rules entirely distinct with each world and fr entirely customizable tho?

fallen surge
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No, not really. D&D is a game with structured rules, but flexible story and lore

harsh fjord
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The base rules are consistent regardless of setting. A DM can adjust as they like, but the assumption is we're all using the same shared framework of rules to understand each other, both when playing and discussing.

wheat crystal
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As an analogy, it doesn’t matter if you’re playing Uno at your place, a coffee shop, or on the other side of the country; the rules of Uno stay the same

velvet elbow
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word

fallen surge
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"Homebrew" is the term used for fan-made content, which could be changes to the rules or adding in things that don't exist, but those are more akin to mods for a video game. You wouldn't say "minecraft has guns" just because some fan made a mod where they exist

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But we HIGHLY recommend that new players avoid homebrew content while they are learning how to play

thick gyro
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HELLO everybody!
can someone tell me how i could play or possibly even join a online session of dnd? i have 3 games played of dnd so i kinda know the basics. ty :))

fallen surge
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Welcome waveline

If you're looking for a group to play with, the #find-a-game channel has instructions for how to find one

thick gyro
sick vale
pliant mantle
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Hey guys I’m joining my first ever campaign (they’re already into it, so I know the DM will be helping me out as a total newbie). It’ll be my session 0, but I was wondering if anyone could help give me some tips beforehand!

I’m wanting to play as an archer who hunts magical beasts - or a great sword warrior that hunts them with a shortbow for engaging before charging in.

I’m not sure if those are even realistic for dnd so I can adjust if need be!!

lost silo
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Very much reasonable for D&D a Ranger or a Fighter

harsh fjord
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Ultimately, be someone folks want to play with. Easier said than done, of course, but if you're mindful of everyone's fun (including yours), you should be fine!

pliant mantle
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Is one inherently better than the other for it? When I hear ranger I think Aragorn as strider, and fighter makes me think of Aragorn in RotK lol

timid locust
pliant mantle
lost silo
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The difference of fighter vs ranger is what other things you wish to do besides killing. Rangers also add some spells and or animal friends so not pure focus on killing. A fighter is a machine for the kill and can focus hard on doing so, but that limits their versatility a bit. These mostly apply as I go higher in levels

timid locust
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Weapons that use Dexterity are ranged options like Shortbow and Longbow, as well as melee weapons that have a specific tag called the Finesse property.

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Weapons that use Strength are all other melee weapons.

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So a character that makes use of a bow could also make very good use of a Shortsword, Scimitar, or Dagger, for example. But things like Axes or bigger weapons would use an entirely different stat.

sacred estuary
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sup yall

sick vale
smoky adder
sacred estuary
# smoky adder Welcome!

ayo so i have no idea how to play, how to make a character or how mechanics and things work

dire fossil
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Well to play you'll need a party. Either online or in person

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Are there any dice stores near you? They're good for hosting campaign searches

sacred estuary
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No sadly

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Ill play online if anyone takes me in tho

exotic remnantBOT
smoky adder
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Yeah, there's plenty of options for playing online.

timid locust
sacred estuary
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Ayo , some stuff i know is classes, multi class based by level, the player and host diferences, the storytelling and sessions, races and thats all i think

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Im just not sure if to make a character all i need is ,name, race, class, info and background, and gear . Do i also have to make its skill points or something?

harsh fjord
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The character-creation process is detailed in the rules!

sacred estuary
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oh my bad

smoky adder
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For ability scores specifically...

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?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

plush bane
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Uh I’m new and idk how to join a campaign or what campaigns to join, if I need to set up my character based off of that certain campaign, etc.

exotic remnantBOT
fallen surge
plush bane
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Oh ok

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Thanks

sacred prairie
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Hey guys can anyone help me with how an character sheet works?

harsh fjord
fallen surge
exotic remnantBOT
fallen surge
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the bot post above has links and resources that will be very helpful to you, but the "D&D Free Rules" is where you can read the actual rules of the game. Chapter 1 is how to play, and chapter 2 is a guide for how to make a character

ionic sail
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Hi

fallen surge
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Welcome

copper fjord
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hi

umbral wedge
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my players love it so who cares 😭

native ingot
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Hi everyone! As new as it gets here :)

strong lava
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Hi

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Me too

fallen surge
# umbral wedge as a professional newcomer i just dm as i seem fit 😎

if you and your players are having fun, then that's great, and you should keep it up. But if you aren't playing by the normal rules of the game, then its hard for us to have a discussion about it in this server, since we don't have a basis of shared understanding about the game we're playing. If you warp the rules too much, you may reach a point where you're really just doing freeform role playing instead of Dungeons and Dragons

somber radish
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hi friends, i just started playing dnd in the last month or so and im loving it. i look forward to meeting friends within the community! happy pride 🙂

fallen surge
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Welcome! dndAmpPride

umbral wedge
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stuff like role for acrobatics when throwing their goblin child into water

safe salmon
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i mean i started dnd like over a year now but still

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im new to dming

somber radish
fallen surge
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Just fyi this is not the correct channel for advertising or organizing a game.

safe salmon
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yippeee

safe salmon
atomic cape
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hi

velvet jetty
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hello, welcome

atomic cape
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thank you

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i'm new to D&D

exotic remnantBOT
rocky fog
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im confused on the shapechanger for the changeling race

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is it like you have to see them in person or like an image of said person?

lost silo
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My rule is seen them live in person, or through scrying, basically to get the full 3d effect, you have to have seen them in 3d.

potent elbow
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hey fellas, i've been interested in getting into D&D for a while now but I havent really had people to want to learn the game with me so i've never bothered, anyone know where i'd go to find a game to join or some way to learn the basics?

sacred kiln
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what exactly do PCs buy in town? I'm not entirely sure the use of general store items

rocky fog
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ok thanks

idle hearth
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does anyone now any websites that make pngs for your character pieces like roll 20. I seemed to have used one before just I forgot what is was called

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not including the popular hero forge

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in roll 20 my bad

teal temple
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Free image viewers can often do this type of conversion. I don't know if I can list one here without rules violating, but they do the trick.

idle hearth
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😁 Its's called token stamp

main fulcrum
runic ocean
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Excuuuuuse me!
Is the Wordy One in the right place to get started with this whole d&d thing?? 😏

An online friend is getting me into a campaign to get started but I'm getting a bit impatient to get started.
Thought that perhaps I could begin a new character with another active group?

Completely new to d&d but eager to begin playing.

exotic remnantBOT
pliant mantle
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So my first campaign will be strixhaven. I’m totally lost on a beginner friendly character and would love any sort of advice for which class/subclass to use! Sorry if this is the wrong channel!!

timid locust
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Welcome! If you're looking for simplicity, the best classes would be those without magic, such as Fighter, Barbarian, Monk, or Rogue.

runic ocean
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Are all games/campaigns/sessions all done at specific dates and times?
Are there no free campaigns that continuously run for people to join?
Like, if I wanted to create a character and jump into a campaign now?

lost silo
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super easy instructions to follow

echo kelp
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You can certainly try and get into a game immediately but most games take time to organize and coordinate schedules.

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So do set your expectations appropriately as you search for a game/group to join.

runic ocean
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Never mind, don't think I'll get into all that here, will just wait for my friend to start the campaign and I'll learn/play and get my party rich there.
Will be easier than trying to get into things around here, I think.

But tyvm for the info.

pliant mantle
lost silo
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OH DANGGGGG thats a cool backstory for a rogue!!!!

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there are bits that a DM would have to be ok with such as, do folks study archaeological ruins per say. but that can be tweeked.

pliant mantle
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Ohhh okay okay, that makes sense. I’ll find out tomorrow the specifics - it’ll be my session 0! The campaign is already started and everyone is level 4, so I’ll definitely be tailoring my character to the ongoing story!

wheat crystal
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The only thing that could be an issue is the Lorehold background, since that background is intended to be setting specific, and is balanced as such

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But as long as your DM has given you the go ahead then that’s fine!

pliant mantle
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“So the players are trying to uncover the reasons behind things going wrong at the school a a mysterious destructive ooze.”

I just got this before sending my idea - so I think I need to make some changes lol

lost silo
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maybe not. i can see how your idea can help. work with your DM before changin too much

pliant mantle
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Maybe like a scout rogue who’s used to searching the library for ancient/forgotten texts, the reason for joining the campaign late is that I only just came back from a long excursion into the library and with it I’ve brought a few texts thought long lost?

I don’t want to overcomplicate my character or over-insert myself though

lost silo
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again a great idea. run these thoughts by yer dm and they should help ya finalize it

short marsh
idle hearth
short marsh
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Never

mossy wraith
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been thinking about trying dnd out, is there a book i have to read first or would i just ask a dm to teach me

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also how do i make a character thats not just me

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like you know how jack black plays himself in like every movie, i kinda wanna avoid that

echo kelp
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#learn-to-play and check out the pinned messages here in the channel
I'd recommend giving the free rules a check

mossy wraith
short marsh
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Free basic rules chapters 1 and 2

ruby shell
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Idk if this is the right channel but for the "find familiar" spell, is it like you are summoning a creature or a kinda ghost version of that creature?

short marsh
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Your litterly summoning a creature

wheat crystal
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It’s actually more like summoning a ghost. The rules for Find Familiar state that the familiar is “a spirit that takes an animal form”

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If you mean appearance-wise, it’s largely up to you. It’s common to make the familiar appear as just the animal you choose itself or a spectral version of it. As long as you aren’t trying to gain a mechanical advantage by changing its appearance most flavorings should be fine

honest wharf
wheat crystal
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Who?

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There is no official “doro” creature so as long as it meets the qualifications for the Find Familiar spell and your DM approves it it should be ok to be used as a familiar

short marsh
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You can only summion what the spells says you can summion which is normally a creature like a bird or a cat depends mostly

chrome plover
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Just made a character using a character sheet, what are the next steps?

ruby shell
wheat crystal
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Any kind of friendship is better discussed with your DM

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It’s not really a case covered by the rules

burnt mantle
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Hello

velvet jetty
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Hi

alpine cosmos
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Hey guys

exotic remnantBOT
stable field
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whats a cantrip

edgy onyx
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Essentially a level 0 spell, something you can cast for free without using your limited spell slots

timid locust
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They can be cast as many times as you want, but they're weaker than other spells by default

stable field
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thanks

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what do i need to consider to calculate my ability scores

fallen surge
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?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
#

Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

glass cove
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Hi, which rulebook should I read, the 2014 or the 2024? (Same with the free versions on dndbeyond)
I'm relatively new and I'm not sure where to start/which one's more widely used

echo kelp
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2024 is where the 5th edition game is going, 2014 is where 5th edition started. You can use 2014 materials with 2024. I think 2024 is better for helping new folks get started.

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So I guess I’d lean with start with the 2024 materials.

sage cargo
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i will say i think the later into 2014 something released the better it feels for 2024

latent harbor
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Haii chat I'm new

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Like absolutely out of the womb

exotic remnantBOT
latent harbor
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I have very little knowledge about MMORPG but I really like fantasy and roleplaying so I really really wanna play DND

plucky ridge
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Welcome 🙂 D&D isn't an MMORPG, it's a table top RPG. Take a look at the bot post above for the free basic rules and feel free to ask any questions you have here!

latent harbor
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Okay(⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)

short marsh
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This isn’t to be confused with the mmos out there. It yeah this is for the ttrpg

smoky adder
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(If you do want a D&D MMO, Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition releases next month.)

solar ridge
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Hello everyone

wild snow
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Hello! new D&D player here!

solar ridge
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I just wanted to get a basic grasp of the rules pls :⁠-⁠)

exotic remnantBOT
solar ridge
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thank you

sick vale
solar ridge
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Oh 🙃

rough basalt
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Sallam

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Hi everyone

teal temple
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Still, if you're looking for help with rules, the "D&D Free Rules" link in that possibly automated message is extremely useful as it's free and it's a good solid chunk of reading. 🙂

rough basalt
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So how do we play ? Where can i go to find a party ?

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Always wanted to play dnd !

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Watched a lot of videos on youtube of ppl playing . Like the cast of baldurs gate and many others . So i have a basic understanding of the game .

slate sparrow
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There's a section for looking for gaming as a DM or player under Find a Game. I myself am an old DM.. haven't played in decades but getting back into it.

exotic remnantBOT
boreal gust
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Hello, an interesting question.

How many Dice is recamonded?

harsh fjord
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Depends on who you ask. I myself think one set is generally enough.

boreal gust
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I see, since just their some scenarios where you need say two d12s

harsh fjord
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You just roll twice, or however many times. But some folks like to collect dice! So there's no single recommendation.

boreal gust
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Ohhhhh I see, thanks

slate sparrow
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Collecting dice is dangerous, it becomes an addiction. Heh. I myself have like 10 sets.

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Some skills or rolls can involve up to 6 of a dice type.

wild coral
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Are you a so called dice goblin?

pliant mantle
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Asking because it isn’t on the dnd beyond site without buying the PHB again - if I make a thief rogue (character is starting at level 4), can I pick two feats? I want to use a short bow and dual daggers.

The character I made on the site has alert and savage attacker - but does that mean I can’t duel wield?

I wanted to do dual wield and skulker or lucky and skulker. Sorry if this is the wrong channel. Just trying to figure things out a little!

slate sparrow
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Haha, hardly.

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I'm more of a raven, I collect shiny things. Mostly gemstones.

harsh fjord
pliant mantle
slate sparrow
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Though in collecting stuff I'm more like a dragon. I hoard media.

harsh fjord
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Well, you'd have your feat care of your background then one at level 4.

pliant mantle
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So I could pick an origin feat (say alert) and then any other feat (say skulker)?

I’m just confused because on the site it only displays the free options since I’m using a physical PHB, so skulker doesn’t appear.

Or could I choose both lucky (or dual wielder) and skulker?

harsh fjord
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You pick a background, which has a feat tied to it. Alert and Lucky are both origin feats tied to backgrounds. You could pick Dual Wielder or Skulker as your level 4 feat.

pliant mantle
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Oh sorry - I picked criminal for the background so I’d have alert, and then I could pick skulker for level 4.

Is alert “useful” or should I change my background to something “better”?

harsh fjord
pliant mantle
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Ok thank you!

pliant mantle
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As a human would I get another feat? I could have skilled (human), alert (background), skulker (level 4)?

That way I don’t dive into magic I think? Maybe keeps the game a little easier?

harsh fjord
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I'm not sure if that makes the game easier one way or another, but yes, you would have an additional origin feat (like Skilled).

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Read through #find-a-game for details about using the server's Looking for Game/Group channels!

late sable
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Hello, new to DND and want to get into it, I am already reading rules, classes and all that, I was having issues finding methods to find parties either in my area or online and so need help with that, any advice?

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

echo kelp
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Welcome!

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

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Feel free to ask any specific questions as you have them - here or in an appropriate channel (check #channel-guide to see all our many channels for specific D&D topics).

plain raft
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Is anyone able to share content on d&d beyond while in a campaign? I’d like to create a character but certain choices I can’t do due to needing to buy things

lost silo
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yes anyone in the campaign that has sharing active share all content with everyone in it

plain raft
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Do I lose access to the character if I leave the campaign?

lost silo
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I believe it retains anything it already had but can't add new level information without having access to the same book, but don't 100% quote me on that

wheat crystal
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Bear in mind soliciting and joining a campaign purely to share content is against both this server’s rules and D&DBeyond’s TOS

lost silo
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Gosh I didn’t even think about someone doing that. I just assumed a character was stated o in a campaign that died but the player didn’t want to lose the character

plain raft
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I mainly wanted to do a campaign where I can be a dark elf

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But I can’t do a dark elf just normal elves

timid locust
plain raft
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Oh really

timid locust
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It's just a lineage listed under Elf.

plain raft
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Well thank you

wet nova
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Good afternoon, I’m interested in playing DND but I don’t know where to start. Can someone provide me with some tips?

tulip stirrup
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same

slate sparrow
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Players Handbook is always a good place to start for any edition you're wanting to play. There are also all sorts of free resources online where the rules are, or watch channels on Youtube. Critical Role is the most popular one.

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I've found all sorts of places for free resources, most of it's for 5th edition.

wet nova
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Is there a way I can play via discord or other online platforms?

slate sparrow
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Yeah. Discord is fine with bots, and there's Roll20.net that's free.

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Tabletop Simulator is also a good option if you have Steam and 15$.

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I like TTS since it has physics and actual game pieces, books, etc. included in most recreated games on it.

wheat crystal
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As for online play, typically you’d use a variety of tools such as:

  • A communications platform (e.g. Discord)
  • A Virtual Tabletop (VTT) to facilitate the game visually and sometimes mechanically (e.g. roll20, Foundry, Sigil, Owlbear Rodeo)
  • A character sheet hoster (e.g. D&DBeyond) that may have automatic VTT integration (e.g. roll20)
  • A dice roller that is usually integrated into the other tools (e.g. Avrae bot for Discord, most VTTs have a dice roller, DDB has its dice roller integrated into its character sheets
winter hamlet
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Hello! I'm very new to actually being able to play dnd, though I know the basics, does anyone know a good place to play a campaign?

arctic acorn
jagged grail
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Im fairly new iv played in a one-shot last year and made characters but not a alot of actual play time

modest hinge
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so ive seen alot of different rules, like 2024, 2014? i only have the player's handbook to go off, is there major differences i should know about?

hearty escarp
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It's a lot of small changes mostly. But here are some main points you'll notice:

  • Character ability score increases are now provided by Backgrounds in 2024, species/races in 2014
  • In 2024 classes get their subclasses at level 3 instead of it being variable in 2014
  • In 2024 Inspiration can be used on all rolls and is now retroactive instead of prospective in 2014 (it's now also named 'Heroic Inspiration' instead)
  • Lots of wording changes (the three main rolling types, saves, checks and attacks are now collectively named 'D20' tests in 2024)

You can find a conversion guide here that highlights the changes: https://media.dndbeyond.com/compendium-images/srd/guide/converting-to-srd-5.2.1.pdf

hearty escarp
twilit reef
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This is my first time running a campaign and I need to make monsters and idk what to do for monsters so do they have like all stats or only certain stats

hearty escarp
hollow pilot
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I’m from Calgary and want to get into dnd how do I do this my friends are struggling to fit any more players now into their game so I can’t join them and I’ve never played dnd

tawny coyote
hollow pilot
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Also thanks

tawny coyote
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either option is a good choice, just find what works for you

hollow pilot
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How would I do it in person? Can that looking for players section still help?

tawny coyote
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just make sure to do everything smartly and safely p_pepeHyperLove

hollow pilot
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Yeah thanks

mortal ridge
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Can someone teach me how to play DnD? Im new and got interested but dont know almost anything

exotic remnantBOT
twilit reef
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What is inspiration?