#dnd-newcomers

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abstract raft
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It's probably best to state you're new to DnD so you're making sure you're getting a DM that feels comfortable handling newbies

glass crystal
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what if i dont want to read all of it

stray flower
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Been having bad luck with slots for newbie friendly adventures already being filled out so there’s that

echo kelp
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Then read other elements as it's relevant

glass crystal
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ok

echo kelp
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You're not expected to memorize it all

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I've played this game for years and I still mess stuff up or forget things

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That's okay - it's a game

glass crystal
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cool

abstract raft
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stray flower
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Do the lookaway frog punch from hajime no ippo on him

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But with a dagger

glass crystal
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hey can someone halp me make a character

abstract raft
# glass crystal hey can someone halp me make a character

I suggest playing around with the character builder on DND beyond, it has a tutorial mode that walks you through every step of the way
Doesn't even have to be a useable character yet, I think just playing in the builder is a good exercise

glass crystal
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thanks

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thebuilder is like at lest 10 pages

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or really like 30

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it feels like to much for me to remember

echo kelp
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You're learning something brand new - it's going to feel overwhelming.

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Take your time, read the rules, work at creating a character as you read the section on building a character. And you'll eventually end up with a workable character. If you run into any specific issues or have questions about something, ask.

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Many folks here are willing to answer specific questions.

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But many of us don't have time to teach someone D&D one on one

glass crystal
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ok

worldly burrow
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hi!... i'm new here... but I was hoping to find spanish community here :C

echo kelp
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Welcome! As a note this server requires all posts to be made in English per the server rules. You might have better luck searching for a Spanish gaming/ttrpg server using Discord's server discovery tools.

rose glacier
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hi im also near here

worldly burrow
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yep! I know

rose glacier
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oh

echo kelp
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If you're new to D&D check out #learn-to-play for useful information and resources to help get you started learning.

worldly burrow
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I was googling for some servers and end up here hah

rose glacier
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so much reading

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but thank you lol

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echo kelp
# rose glacier so much reading

There is a lot to read - but remember you don't have to memorize it all. Take your time, focus on the first 2 chapters of the free rules and try your hand at making a character. Also don't hesitate to ask specific questions.

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It's going to seem overwhelming because it's a brand new thing.

rose glacier
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i played a game yesterday for the first time

echo kelp
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Nice!

rose glacier
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yeah i made a character

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not really sure if its good or not

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probably should make another but

worldly burrow
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I've played pathfinder one time ago but forgot how to play again xd

echo kelp
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Pathfinder 1 was a spin-off of D&D 3.5 (an older edition of D&D).
D&D is currently in 5th Edition and is, IMO, simpler and easier to get into than D&D 3.5.

rose glacier
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how many characters have you made

worldly burrow
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ohh I see... but all the "gameplays" I have seen were from dnd, so I'm looking to play dnd now 😄

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rose glacier
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idk the difference tbh

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all i know is i made my character on the app

fair spoke
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where are the rules? are they in a pinned message in this channel? pls direct me

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worldly burrow
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sorry to ask this but, is there a link here to learn more about dnd? or should I look for the official site?

worldly burrow
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so sad I can't speak in english, I would love to play with people here haha

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rose glacier
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do you use a main one

echo kelp
rose glacier
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thats alot of characters

worldly burrow
echo kelp
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I have several main characters (different campaigns/games).
Dagon Irontusk, half-orc battle master fighter with a cursed glaive
Zagezelk, Loxodon Wild Magic Barbarian
Loudroar Pridekin, Leonin Path of the Totem Barbarian

rose glacier
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oh

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where do you play games at can you play with people online

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?tag new online

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That's an article on how folks can play D&D online

rose glacier
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ok thanks

echo kelp
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To find a game here you can use our Looking for game channels - please read #find-a-game carefully as it explains how to use them

rose glacier
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I am not currently running any games with openings sorry (also note it's off-topic to solicit/organize games in the discussion channels - please use the Looking For Game channels to find a game, see #find-a-game)

rose glacier
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oh ok my bad

devout yoke
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Hi! I recently beat Baldur's Gate 3, which sparked my interest in Dungeons & Dragons. I started watching Dimension 20 on YouTube and absolutely enjoy it! Now, I want to dive deeper into D&D, join a group, and learn how to play. Is there anyone who could kindly guide me on how to join a group or where to begin my journey in playing?

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

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left nova
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Hi

lost silo
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Evening. Feel free to ask any questions

rose mango
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what would be best backgrounds for horizon walker ranger with all the new rules?

short marsh
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Any you can always use the coe rules for stats, otherwise, outlander

naive fable
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I created a guild called the Hollow Lantern as part of my character’s backstory. It has its own ranking system, guild roles, magic items, and a serious tone that contrasts with my character (a small happy plasmoid). Is that too much worldbuilding for a player to bring in, or is it okay if I talk to my DM about it (I'm new so I don't know)

vital sail
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Characters should be backstory-light so that they can work with any story

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Do you have a DM yet or are you still looking?

naive fable
short marsh
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It always depends on the adventure and game, if it’s a official adventure they would sometimes ask for you to stick with what’s there, homebrew and they allow world building yuh

pliant rover
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hey guys! my friend is trying out dnd for the first time and wants to be a paladin, what race is recommended??

wide flame
teal temple
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Any species really. Stats are not tied to species any more so they should play something that interests them.

pliant rover
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ok!

fair solar
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Finding a D&D group online is so hard. Most require you to pay. And the free to play have like 100s of players pick up games

fresh fable
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Most don’t require you to pay and where are you looking? Yes it can take a while but Spread your net wide there are lot of places to look for games other than here `iamrazorwing's Game Finding Guide

fair solar
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Im looking on roll20 and this server

fresh fable
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Have a read of that guide, iirc you can filter on roll20 to remove the paid games

lyric fjord
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hello anyone a champion i can join

arctic acorn
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Asking if you can join a game like that won't get you anywhere. Finding a game can take time, especially if you want a game that lasts and players that you get along with. I recommend checking #find-a-game instead.

lyric fjord
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hi

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I am new..

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like really new..

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so how do you roll a dice online?

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I only know basics of dnd from simplified videos

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wraith prawn
lyric fjord
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holy shit...

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ok how do I make a good character?

wraith prawn
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a good character you make by making what you want to play, every character is good. For the vast majority of campaigns it doesnt matter what you play and you shouldnt stress about minmaxing

lyric fjord
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or can he be anything, like any race and any role..

wraith prawn
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you can pick everything yourself, but the list to pick from is limited, its a pretty big list so i doubt you will have issues, check out #learn-to-play for more pointers

lyric fjord
wraith prawn
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as in your ability scores?

lyric fjord
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I am still unsure what they do tho..

wraith prawn
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reading through the material on dnd beyond will solve that quite quickly, they have some great guides. As for your ability scores, the main two ways of getting them are by rolling dice or point buy.

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Point buy is best for starting out, and its widely used

hearty escarp
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Though the method (standard array, point buy, or rolling) is ultimately up to your DM.

sonic wadi
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Hello peoples

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I've never really played DND itself before, but I've seen plenty of videos and related content about it. The closest experience I would have to it would be text roleplay (for RP), Fantasy games from TES (4, 5, and ESO), and Arma (Playing a Scenario made by a GM/DM)

lime turret
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Welcome.

sonic wadi
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Thanks bro, also for a bit of fun i decided I'd try building my first DND specific character

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idk if its balanced or if anything makes much sense on it (theres a lot of numbers on the character sheet) but i got it done with a bit of research on DNDbeyond

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im reading through a basic handbook rn (free one, i cant spend 60$ for the full player handbook)

lime turret
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If you’re using the free rules, it’s definitely balanced.

sonic wadi
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i stuck with what i thought was pretty basic

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core rules mainly

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on the sources tab for the character preferences i chose 2014 core rules, expanded rules, and core rules so 90% of what i have on there is from there

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i was thinking it maybe wasnt completely balanced cause im looking at my Saving throw modifiers and it says i have +0 constitution lol

sick vale
sonic wadi
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i think i centered my build on like

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strength and charisma

sick vale
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What class did u go for

sonic wadi
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Paladin

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seemed cool, sounded tanky but with healer stuff

sick vale
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Cool
What is your modifyer for dexterity

sonic wadi
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+2

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i have my sheet pulled up ask whatever you want lol

sick vale
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I would probably switch that with constitution
U will need con alot more than u need dex

sick vale
sonic wadi
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+2 Str, +1 Int, +2 Dex, +3 Wis, +0 Con, +4 Cha

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with a base of 15, 14, 11, 8, 12, 15 (same order)

sick vale
sonic wadi
sick vale
sonic wadi
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based on previous experience (base health in most dnd like game sbeing like, 100)

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ah, okay. id like my guy to mainly focus on protection, thats kind of his whole schtick

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being able to take/block some hits and have a bit of an ability to heal

sick vale
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Health in this game is fully based of class and level
U have the second highest hp in the game

sonic wadi
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for a bit of context, hes a Male Human Paladin of Helm (i think thats the right one, god of protection?) he uses mainly a shield and longsword

sick vale
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Also u are playing the class with the best AC in the game
Thats basically there ability to block hits
I think that u could probably get over 20 with it

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Which is really good

sonic wadi
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so i was right, tanky with a dash of healer?

sick vale
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Yeah

sonic wadi
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so to edit my + things, i have my ability scores, which were set to +1, 1, 1. i could put 2 into Con and 1 into strength. that'd cut out +1 dex

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my weapon masteries are Dagger and Longsword. im firm on Longsword, but if you have a suggestion for an alternate second weapon, im all ears

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Str 16+3, Dex 10+0, Con 15+3, Int 8-1, Wisdom 12+1, Charisma, 14+2

sick vale
sonic wadi
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wdym full use?

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i was thinking sword + shield, and if im like disarmed or something, dagger

sick vale
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The nick proaty helps with 2 wepon fighting with light wepons makeing it better for rouges and stuff
I got javelin and spear mixed up u should get that instead because it's a good ranged option because u get 6 of them
And the slow property is good for keeping enermys near you

sonic wadi
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alright, ill switch mastery to Javelins

sick vale
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Cool

sonic wadi
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can a holy amulet be any kind of amulet?

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like say my guy picks up a cool looking amulet and is like "yeah ill bless this so it can be my holy symbol"

sick vale
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Yeah I think so

echo kelp
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Mechanically yes (the amulet is just supposed to be a focus for their magical powers)

sonic wadi
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so it doesnt have to be branded with a deities symbol?

wild onyx
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Typically it would have some indication of the faith it represents, yes. I wouldn't agree that you could hang any old rock on a chain around your neck and say, "yes, this shows my faith in Tyr."

echo kelp
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It's supposed to have the branding of your deity/power but... that's not a mechanical requirement

sonic wadi
echo kelp
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Think of it more like an outward symbol of what deity/powers they follow so folks in game can go "yep they are a cleric/paladin of <insert power here>"

wild onyx
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If it's an item of personal significance to the character, sure you can use it as a casting focus. You just won't get special treatment at any temples or the like because it wouldn't mean anything to them.

sonic wadi
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say my character had a love who was killed, and he took their amulet to remember them, becoming a paladin and swearing himself to a god of protection

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itd be directly linked to his whole reason for becoming a paladin

echo kelp
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I think many DMs would be fine with that

fresh fable
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That could work

sonic wadi
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oh sweet. it wouldnt have been an issue if not but i felt like itd be a cool bit of storytelling, weaved into a functional aspect of my character

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so, as for gear, i got like 121lbs of stuff atm

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someone told me the encumberance formula for dnd is 15x your strength stat

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is that accurate at all?

wild onyx
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Yes, that's right.

sonic wadi
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oh okay, so my character can hold 225lbs of stuff

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i see no reason to over encumber him with equipment. i have just over 100lbs of pocket space to put stuff

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alright, well, thank you all for the help, my characters been updated accordingly and i think im ready to start looking for groups

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y'all have been a big help, and given me a bit better understanding of mechanics

wide bramble
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Hello People ✨

sonic wadi
wide bramble
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Yoo Eminem 🔥🔥🔥

sonic wadi
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90% of activity in this chat in the past lie, hour is me getting help with my first character lol

sonic wadi
sonic wadi
wide bramble
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sonic wadi
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my experiences kinda vary

wide bramble
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Idk if it's good or not lol.

sonic wadi
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ive played a few TES games which have some similar character making mechanics

wide bramble
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From what I read you're a paladin?

sonic wadi
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mhm

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i like tanky characters

wide bramble
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sonic wadi
wide bramble
sonic wadi
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i also ran a text roleplay event, which is like DMing minus all the dice and panels and stuff

sonic wadi
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i like protecting/supporting people so paladin appealed naturally to me

wide bramble
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Or else you would have gone Cleric or something

sonic wadi
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oh yeah of course, I'd throw hands out of my weight class to keep something at bay for my allies

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i remember once in a text roleplay in the Halo Universe, me and a group of my squadmates tackled a brute (big monkey like monster) that was like 6 feet taller than us

wide bramble
sonic wadi
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to protect our buddy

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wbu, whats your character?

wide bramble
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It's not a finalized version but a rough sketch of the charecter so to speak

sonic wadi
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yeah sure

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did you use dndbeyond?

wide bramble
teal temple
# sonic wadi im reading through a basic handbook rn (free one, i cant spend 60$ for the full ...

I realize you may be talking local currency, but if you have a phone or internet access where you play on some other device, whether that be online or in person, you can invest in the digital only version of the PH for half that at $30 US. The digital version allows you to use those functions in D&D Beyond app and website, which provides a readable copy of the book, a search function to find things, and a character creator and manager for up to 6 characters for free (more characters require a sub). You can always use the digital copy to update sheets in the way you were planning to if you did not go digital.

sonic wadi
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It was the version on dndbeyond. I'm Canadian, so thats 60ish CAD

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Come to think of it my cousin does play dnd maybe I'll hit him up

teal temple
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Yeah, had same problem here. Exchange rate sucks. Cool then. The site just insists on defaulting to paper & digital and sometimes we don't need both. Best to use free when first starting out anyway until you find out if you are addicted as much as the rest of us to invest in the PH.

heady garden
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I used to play AD&D back in the day. I am not good at using tech and get easily frustrated with all the stuff on discord. I would like to learn how to use discord. I would like to just make a character and find a GM ot group who would help me learn how to play on line. No I do not play games on line. I did the marvel hero game several years ago but thats it. When I played it was hack and slash and gather wealth. Thats how we leveled up.

lime turret
heady garden
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I’m on a tight budget and I’m trying to get on disability. Mobility and funds are tough so learning how to use discord is my best option. Thx gotta get to an appointment

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fallen surge
# heady garden I’m on a tight budget and I’m trying to get on disability. Mobility and funds ar...

Welcome. The bot post above has links to lots of different resources that can help you get started and learn more about 5e. The basic rules for the game are free (under the Quick Links section in the Bot Post) and they contain everything you could need to know to play the game. Additional rule books can be purchased, but they mostly just contain additional player options, and advice for DMs. If you're ok with the bare minimum, its entirely possible to play D&D for free

glossy dust
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uh hi to anyone who feels like interacting with this message, im like super new to dnd and i rlly wanna get into it, ive already partially made a character sheet and would maybe like some things that possibly need fixing? dunno where i should... show it off though

timid locust
glossy dust
fallen surge
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If you need to share an image in this server, you should upload it to an image hosting website like Imgur, then post a link to the imgur page with your image. Or you can make your character sheet on a sharable platform like google docs or D&D Beyond

glossy dust
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mm. i thought the rules said no links though? unless i didnt read close enough-

blissful beacon
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You can share links aslong as you say what it is, and the link doesn't go against any of the server rules (pirating, anything inappropriate, etc etc)

fallen surge
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Yep, if a link is overly suspicious or goes against server rules, then it will be deleted, but if its relevant to the current conversation then its fine

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Sharing your character sheet is a perfectly acceptable use of a link

teal temple
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Usually people share a link when sharing characters. DDB has the functionality built in but for other formats, you will need to arrange something.

smoky adder
glossy dust
smoky adder
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Should make updates easier than using Paint. I'd recommend giving it a try.

surreal epoch
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Hi I’m new here

fallen surge
surreal epoch
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Hiya 😄 thanks!

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Are some classes based on experience, or are they all just preference based

wild onyx
# surreal epoch Are some classes based on experience, or are they all just preference based

Some have more choices than others. A rogue will typically focus on getting their sneak attack feature in combat. That means knowing the trigger conditions and how to get them. Wizards will need to be aware of what their spells do and how they work to get the best use out of their capabilities. Warlocks make a lot of their choices early for pact, patron and invocations, so knowing what will be useful in advance can be a help.

fallen surge
wild onyx
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There's a command somewhere around here to show a quick guide, I think...

fallen surge
wild onyx
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I thought there was one that shows a list of the various classes and their estimated complexity ratings.

fallen surge
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?tag new complexity

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Class Complexity

Below is a quick overview of which classes take the most effort to learn. Low complexity classes make for an easier starting point, while higher complexity classes offer more versatility. Any of these classes can be played by beginners, so pick whatever excites you!

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teal temple
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Well, and any limits placed by your DM. 🙂

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I am totally not mentioning this because a DM told me because there was a massive war that killed all the deities, one was not allowed to be a Cleric in their game. (shudder). Collossus statement is generally correct though. DMs are more likely to limit books available than classes.

fallen surge
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Sure, but for the purpose of this channel it’s typically assumed that at least the core rules will be allowed at their tables.

wild onyx
teal temple
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Yeah, sorry, personal trauma. Will try and hold it next time.

inland mesa
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I hate to but in with a question, but in your opinion, if you are going to buy a book, which is better? I'm not sure if I should buy the 2014 Players handbook or the 2024. From what I've read online, it seems a lot of DMs are sticking with the 2014 one for now?

timid locust
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I think I would recommend the 2024 books, because as time goes on, more and more people will be playing with the current ruleset.

hidden gulch
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Definitely 2024, yeah. There's always an 'edition war' any time a new version comes out, but pretty much across the board 2024 is better than 2014 in almost every way. At least it is in my opinion. And like Bones said, as time goes on more people will play it.

inland mesa
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Does it make a difference if you make your character based on the 2024 rules and the DM is running a game from the 2014.

timid locust
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Many people who are still playing 2014 rules are doing so because they're mid campaign, and don't want to have to worry about changing things up in the middle of a running game. Plenty of folks I know, including those running games that I'm currently in, plan on swapping over after they're done with their currently running campaigns.

timid locust
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In general,
2014 stuff can be adapted easily for 2024.
But
2024 can't really be backwards adapted into 2014.

inland mesa
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That is what I was finding. Like for a rogue, I think the 2024 edition gives you steady aim at like level 3 level, but in 2014 its up to the DM if you get it

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

fresh fable
inland mesa
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Yeah I own tashas. Oh the 2024 seem superior, don't get me wrong. I just wanted to always be a team player and not make things harder on a DM, by building my character on rules that they didn't want in their campaign yet. Or keep bothering him cause as I gained levels I would get access to things earlier.

smoky adder
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If you do know your DM is playing with the 2014 rules as a base, then I would indeed recommend the 2014 PHB instead.

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Or really, I'd recommend just persuading them into the 2024 rules. dndLol

timid locust
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Perhaps better to find your DM first before committing too much on a build

inland mesa
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If you are trying to find a game do DMs tell you which rules they are using

smoky adder
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If you don't even have a DM yet, I'd definitely get the 2024 one.

teal temple
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Even if not 2014 vs. 2024, there's usually at least some element of a character you will need to modify to customize to the DM's rules.

smoky adder
inland mesa
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Thank you

smoky adder
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At this point, I'd generally assume it's 2024 unless a DM states otherwise.

pseudo fable
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Hi guys

smoky adder
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Welcome!

honest flume
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Hi there 🙂 hope you have a wonderful day

magic fulcrum
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Hi!

deft sigil
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game formation/solicitation is not allowed in any other spaces except LFG

chrome phoenix
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@trim minnow try this server for information on how to get into Dungeons and Dragons. Are you aware of the basics/rules?

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trim minnow
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Yes I know the rules to the tee.

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I'm yryna find out how to join a group or table

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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.
trim minnow
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I got dice a, miniature

chrome phoenix
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is there somesort of local gameshop near you were DnD groups gather regularly?

teal temple
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A library? A school? Any public place with a table and chairs? A private place with a willing owner?

D&D can take place in a lot of places. Just look around. Check public postings boards etc.

chrome phoenix
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typically gameshops work better because they may already have groups there that might let you join, theyre the best spots to investigate if you want to find an in-person group

ionic sapphire
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How do I determine passive perception for my character

timid locust
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Your passive perception is 10 + your wisdom modifier.

If you're also proficient in perception, add your proficiency bonus to that as well.

fallen surge
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In other words, imagine you’re making a normal perception check, but you get a 10 on the D20. That total will be your passive score

ionic sapphire
ionic sapphire
main fulcrum
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That's how all passives are calculated, if you're ever asked for passive something else as well (like Passive Insight)

past grail
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Hey I am asking if anyone is down to tell me how to make a character and what rules to follow

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Also I made one but I don’t know if it is legal???

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Can mby someone check

wild onyx
past grail
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Lemme check rq

past grail
wild onyx
past grail
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I picked warlock bc it sounded cool and a wizard that does some freakie things

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Heck yeah!

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Thanks for the rules!

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Race I don’t really know what they mean but I picked dragon born

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And finally for background man I was like writing an exam giving all I could chat cat translated it to Englisch so the things got chanced a bit

wild onyx
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Normally for a practice character you'd figure them as level one, and multi-classing isn't recommended for beginners. Nonetheless!

past grail
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Multiclassing?

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I made one with roll20

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I can show you

wild onyx
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Background in this means a specific thing, like Acolyte or Criminal or Solider. It comes with a couple of perks.

Your character's history is called their backstory.

past grail
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Oh I wrote my own backstory

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Dang it

wild onyx
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Did you pick a background option?

past grail
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Well there where no options except custom

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So that’s what I did

dapper hinge
wild onyx
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The other big part to a character (aside from skills, spells and gear) is their ability scores. Did you use the options for point-buy or the standard array method?

past grail
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There it is

dapper hinge
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i am res cap

wild onyx
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Yeah, it's not visible.

past grail
past grail
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I think it would be best to create a new character could

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do you have any software that you could recommend me

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Or how it is commonly done

wild onyx
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D&D Beyond is a pretty popular way of doing it.

past grail
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Is that a website?

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Oh yea

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Do you want to hop on a call cause it is hard to read messages and thing at the same time

wild onyx
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Yes, though I understand it also has an app. Might be an idea when it asks for sources to turn off everything except the core content, just so you can go through the process and see how things work.

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No thanks, I can't do a call!

past grail
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Oh ok.👌 tho what

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I could grab my phone

past grail
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Downloading the app!

dapper hinge
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ok

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here we go

wild onyx
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Anyway, give it a go on DDB, read the help it offers, if you've got specific questions leave them here and someone will catch up with you when they can.

dapper hinge
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cool thank you very much!!!

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should i include homebrew content???

fallen surge
dapper hinge
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the dude that want to organize ( he said he is Doungon Master) said that we will use owlbear

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it is an website but i can not find it

fallen surge
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the website is called "owlbear rodeo"

dapper hinge
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ok

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should i make the caracter there or in DnD beyond app

lime turret
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Alternatively, he plans to send an actual owlbear to your house.

fallen surge
dapper hinge
lime turret
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…You may certainly try.

dapper hinge
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Ok

dapper hinge
fallen surge
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I use D&D Beyond, personally

dapper hinge
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wouldnt it be easier if character is already in the right app

dapper hinge
lime turret
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I prefer handwritten character sheets, but they’re more time consuming and less useful for an online game where the DM might need to check your sheet.

dapper hinge
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i dont rally understand can help me with the core settings like include partners and then minecraft and rick and morty

main fulcrum
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Last I checked Owlbear Rodeo was pretty bare bones, so I'm not sure it really has character sheets

lime turret
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More than likely your DM is just using the Players Handbook and would have told you otherwise.

dapper hinge
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he doesn't speak to me because he is doing sleepy sleepy

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ok which sources??

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and should i disable all partners?

main fulcrum
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Probably

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Though we really can't tell you what your DM expects you to use

lime turret
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Players Handbook, or just the free rules. That’s all you probably need.

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If there’s more, the DM should have told you.

modest blaze
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Hello! Hope you all have a good day or night wherever you guys live. ☺️

ionic sapphire
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So I was wondering how do I know what my spellcasting ability modifier is

echo kelp
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Spellcasting modifier is based off the ability your class uses to cast spells. So for example a druid uses wisdom to cast spells.
So their spell attack modifier would be:
spellcasting ability modifier + proficiency bonus
And their spell save DC would be:
8 + spellcasting ability modifier + proficiency bonus

hazy sleet
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alright i think my character gonna go insane, so how do i act them out

im going to use the highest stat they have (charisma) to reflect what type of insanity they will do (courtesy of lobotomy corp), but i have no idea how

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what would someone with high charisma do when insane

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maybe influence others to slowly go insane too?

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as in they will start to go crazy and will start to cry/scream or something

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though im not sure if the party would like that

drowsy flume
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hi everybody, im sort of new to the community and I have no idea how to do any of it 😥 any suggestions on where I should start? I want to play so bad but its all just so overwhelming

exotic remnantBOT
young gust
drowsy flume
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Mainly all of it, I’d love to find a group to play with honestly. I need to create a character though, im watching yt videos on how to do it

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but im still confused :(

young gust
drowsy flume
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I think wood elves look pretty cool. The part im confused about is the math to be honest

young gust
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you'll do the math later. How your elf fight?

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like with sword, bow, magic, etc.

drowsy flume
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sword!! those look awesome

young gust
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how they learned how to fight?

drowsy flume
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hmmm, can it be a family member or something?

Like, he learned from his uncle?

young gust
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yep. They will be an adventurer, why they choose this path?

drowsy flume
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The influence of his friends, they wanted him to tag along so he learned to fight with his uncle.

Does that work?

young gust
drowsy flume
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Okay, amazing. Is that it with the more character-based stuff? Then onto the math with the abilities and all??

young gust
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you'll think about their physical appearance, age, height, ect. later, you'll find those in the second page of the character sheet

drowsy flume
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Ooh okay, I eventually need to print out a sheet :,)

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I have one saved I just havent printed it yet

young gust
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now it's time of math. I suggest you to use a D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator. Point buy is the most used to do balanced stats, in case your DM uses other method you can eventually change it (the other one used often is dice). Search it, insert the race and subrace and it will calculate you all the thing of that race. You can add or remove points from the statistics. Each add cost some point (you have 27 of them) so use them wisely. For now, you need higher stats on Strength and constitution

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also, stats lower than 10 will give you a penality (like -1) on checks or skills based on that stat, and if you have intelligence lower than 10 you'll won't be able to speak like a normal person

echo kelp
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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.

drowsy flume
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okay, so I have
Strength - 15
Dexterity - 12
Constitution - 13
Intelligence - 12
Wisdom - 11
Charisma - 10

young gust
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I suggest you to avoid odd numbers because the modifier scale every 2 points on the ability

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I did the even math
Strength - 15
Dexterity - 12
Constitution - 14
Intelligence - 10
Wisdom - 14
Charisma - 10

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if you like it

drowsy flume
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I do like this

young gust
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you'll need to write the feature of your race on the sheets

drowsy flume
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Features as in physical ones or like, abilities?

young gust
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abilities, racial traits

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you can find them lower on the page of the calculator

drowsy flume
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I see them now

young gust
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you don't need to write them all, like bonus dex or age

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you need to write Darkvision, Keen Sense, Fey Ancestry, Trance and Mask of the Wild in the FEATURES & TRAITS section (bottom right of the first page)

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I advice you to use an editable pdf of the sheet, it's more quick to write and modify, after you can still print it

drowsy flume
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right, that makes sense

young gust
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for the class, it's fighter
"Fighters share an unparalleled mastery with weapons and armor, and a thorough knowledge of the skills of combat. They are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and staring it defiantly in the face."
if you like the concept obv

next wind
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honestly use dnd beyond and if you want to play a race, class or subclass they dont provide you can just download it half already filled in and fill in whatever you watn custom

wide flame
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Or you can get it onto your sheet by pasting the relevant stuff into a homebrew option.
But yeah, I also like having physical paper to write on.

next wind
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I mostly just use paper for session notes but i also mostly dm so i need to have a lot of docs at once

wide flame
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Me too my docs are a mess 😭

next wind
drowsy flume
next wind
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are you using standard array?

drowsy flume
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Im using the calculator they gave me, I did the things so it was 27/27, but they said avoid odd numbers. They offered a fixed version, which was the one mentioned above, and I changed it to that

young gust
drowsy flume
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I’d show you if I could

next wind
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so with woodelf i believe you get a +2 to DEX and +1 to WIS

young gust
drowsy flume
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hang on, ill try to re-enter it and see if I just screwed smth up

young gust
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oks

drowsy flume
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it still says 31/27 :,(

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can I dm you a screenshot of my screen, just to check if I did something wrong?

next wind
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15 is 9 points, 2 14s is 14 and 2 10s are 4 so 9+14+4 which should be 27

young gust
next wind
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wait you have a 12 as well wich is another 4 so you are at 31

young gust
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we unriddle it 🙂

drowsy flume
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Does the total score go in the box of the things, or the little circle at the bottom?

next wind
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I honestly kind of prefer standard array over points cause it kind of forces you to have a more significant weakness and be good at something, where as with points you can be mid at everything which usually isnt fun for you or your fellow players

wild onyx
next wind
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I would recommend putting the modifier in the big circle (you will use it more) but its dealers choice

lost silo
echo kelp
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It's a new person getting started - so it's fine here for now but yes, do consider running character build discussions in #character-discussion

lost silo
slender solar
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Hello

sonic wadi
slender solar
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And prob more

sonic wadi
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same here

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i used dndbeyond to make my first character

edgy onyx
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Check out #learn-to-play which includes some useful resources to get started!

slender solar
glad vigil
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What spells would a lvl16 drow necromancer lich have?

wheat crystal
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Whatever you’d find helpful and/or flavorful for your character, though being a Lich isn’t an official player option

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I’d reckon Toll the Dead, Animate Dead and Create Undead are going to be some staple spells

dusky ferry
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Are there any Europe/UK based folks here? (:

hearty escarp
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Sure! But if you're asking for group finding purposes, it's best to check in the lfg channels. #find-a-game has an overview.

modest blaze
dusky ferry
dusky crypt
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Hi Everyone

weak furnace
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How do I start playing and making a character?

echo kelp
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Start with looking through the useful information and resources in #learn-to-play

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The 2nd chapter in the free rules goes over the steps to make a character

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Feel free to ask any specific questions here or in an appropriate channel as you run across them.

errant osprey
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Hello everyone, i am not new to dnd but im new to this server so i think this is the best channel to ask in. Is every server 18+? Or is it possible for a 16 year old to join a game?

echo kelp
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Welcome! Many online games are going to be 18+ due to social/legal issues surrounding minors.

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But not all games are 18+, just know that as a minor you're likely going to have a harder time finding a game that will allow a random minor to join.

errant osprey
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If i can’t find a server here that is not 18+ then i guess my only option is to dm myself?

echo kelp
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You can check at local game stores, see if your school has a D&D club, and even sometime local libraries host D&D games.

errant osprey
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Dnd is not very popular in my country

echo kelp
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D&D isn't designed for solo play - there are some folks who have made rules to allow for solo play but that's not how D&D was designed

errant osprey
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I know three people that dm but the issue is that two of them dont have time and the third dont respond when you text him

errant osprey
echo kelp
errant osprey
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Ill try

echo kelp
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You could always try your hand at being a Dungeon Master and running the game for some of your friends - being a DM is another way to play D&D

errant osprey
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But in a month or so i will start highschool

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Might try my luck there then

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Thanks for your time and help, its really appreciated

echo kelp
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You're welcome! And good luck with your D&D game search!

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Maybe HS will have a D&D club... 🙂

errant osprey
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Hopefully and thanks

digital copper
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Does this server have a LFG channel

edgy onyx
digital copper
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I just checked figured out you gotta add it ty

echo kelp
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Also gentle reminder to folks - please remember to follow our User Safety rules and don't share potentially personally identifying information such as exact age, etc. We've unfortunately had previous incidents with creeps trying to target minors so please be careful.

digital copper
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👍

errant osprey
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Forgot about that

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It was kind of hidden under a thread under the rules

echo kelp
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Yeah we have the general rule principle and then the thread provides more context and explanation for what the rule means and examples of what's prohibited.

errant osprey
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Altough im not really worried about creeps on discord

echo kelp
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Still just good internet safety practice

errant osprey
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If someone goes to my dms i can just give them a big fat BLOCK

echo kelp
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We also get a bunch of scammers on Discord

errant osprey
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Ik

echo kelp
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The less info you give them, the better

jaunty bronze
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Sup yall 👁🫦👁

errant osprey
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Someone tried inviting me to a fake discord hypixel server but again i could just block

errant osprey
echo kelp
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Welcome to the official D&D Discord run by Wizards of the Coast!

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

jaunty bronze
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Thanks

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👍

errant osprey
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In my opinion the most important rule in dnd is to shut up when its not your turn

echo kelp
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And have a rough idea of what your character will do when your turn comes up is also a good tip

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Oh and focus on ensuring everyone at the table has fun, DM included

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We're playing a game to have fun together

errant osprey
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Sometimes having to much fun can be a little bad

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One of my dnd groups once spent 3 six hours session doing basicly nothing

echo kelp
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oof

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Didn't follow the plot hook eh?

errant osprey
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No they just tested their level up

mint steeple
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I probably should have joined the official DnD server way sooner but

errant osprey
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I was a ranger that finally hit lvl 3 so i tried to get a wolf companion

mint steeple
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HELLO!

errant osprey
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Hello

exotic remnantBOT
errant osprey
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Took me like 17 roles to finally get a wolf encounter in the forest

fickle onyx
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Hello, so me and my friends just started taking an interest towards this, what should i do first?
as of now we basically just got some dice and a few characters. Is there certain things i should
print? or like a world template with monsters and such?

exotic remnantBOT
teal temple
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See above.. #learn-to-play and reading the first 2 chapters of the free basic rules will give you a good start. You don't have to memorize everything. It just gives you a framework to go back later and check and sets expectations of how the game plays.

digital copper
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Id like to prove a point so im doing some research and I'd like to ask

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Water according to 2 individuals in dnd since physics don't apply here

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Is not a "great." Conductor for electricity yes?

hearty escarp
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What sort of point are you trying to prove in the first place?
It this a dnd rules question?

digital copper
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Yes to a degree

hearty escarp
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To the degree that it's a rules question, water does not interact with lightning damage.

digital copper
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Im trying to prove water is IN FACT conductive of electricity and there are ways you can make it conductable even in a game such as this

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Cause it says its "not a good conductor."

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Good being the keyword

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Meaning it still is

hearty escarp
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Good isn't a rules keyword. It would be up to the individual DM and the wording of the game features you're using to make a ruling.

digital copper
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Exactly

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Thats my point

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And based on what I've read

hearty escarp
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I'm not sure what the point is still.

digital copper
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You can make the water more conductable to electricity

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By making pure water impure

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So lightning spells interact with water better

hearty escarp
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By the rules, no. DnD isn't a physics simulator.
If the DM makes something up, sure. But that's true for everything.

teal temple
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Even if we went to real world science here, pure water is actually a bad conductor. The reason we associate water with conductivity is that dissolved ions in the water carry the charge.

Thus, a rule that water does not in D&D isn't without some scientific backing either since D&D doesn't get in to the weeds on questions of whether ions are present to carry charge.

digital copper
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But thats the thing

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You can make water impure

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So can that not be applied to dnd?

hearty escarp
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It can't unless you homebrew it. And that umbrella both covers everything and also excludes most games by definition.

teal temple
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Theoretically yes, but that makes it a DM override of the rules which a DM can do but it still isn't a rule of the game.

digital copper
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That is just so weird to me

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But ok nvm

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I guess lightning is useless in water battles

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Dropping that asap

hearty escarp
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It's largely exactly as useful as everything else except fire damage.

teal temple
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Well, still less useless than fire... fire gets it's damage halved.

digital copper
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I guess water doesn't evaporate either

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Lol

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Then let me ask this

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Does water FREEZE in dnd

hearty escarp
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Let me quote something, which we find in the "Ensuring fun for all" section of the DMG:

Rules Aren’t Physics. The rules of the game are meant to provide a fun game experience, not to describe the laws of physics in the worlds of D&D, let alone the real world. Don’t let players argue that a bucket brigade of ordinary people can accelerate a spear to light speed by all using the Ready action to pass the spear to the next person in line. The Ready action facilitates heroic action; it doesn’t define the physical limitations of what can happen in a 6-second combat round.

digital copper
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Or is this a no too

hearty escarp
digital copper
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So basically unless a dnd dev had the foresight to include that it interacts in such a specific way with something you're best bet is to assume it doesn't work

hearty escarp
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That's a fairly good assumption, especially when it comes to combat or damage.

digital copper
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Got it

teal temple
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The rules try to simplify things by not getting too deep in to these things and leaving the rest up to DMs to house rule if needed. Personally, I prefer it this way. There would be all the interactions for a DM to learn too and the game would be less accessible. One of 5Es strengths is it draws in people that would not have been drawn to earlier editions due to how it is written to do that.

formal valve
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Hello... ummm, i'm new in D&D i love the type of gameplay that... well, is based on it but never tried to play it myself in the 'original' way, i play games like world or warcraft and some others that, well, i guess keep some of 'D&D essence' to name it some way, i created my own character and tried to... make a campaign?, but i'm more of a player, not a GM, so... i just want to play some D&D and see what i find at the end, i suppose

whole badge
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I'm new to D&D too and I was hoping to play too!! I have no experience but I really want to try it out cause I'd honestly love to DM eventually but I can't right now cause I have no game experience yet

formal valve
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Yeah, i really want to be in a party and see how it goes, i just need a group and... idk, know how to do a better character with the time

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I've already done one but... idk, is kinda mid i guess

whole badge
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Yessss, if we can find someone with experience man that would be sick! I kinda want to try a one shot or something along those lines to dip my toes in before going into the deep end of a double digit session campaign

exotic remnantBOT
formal valve
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Yeah, like, imagine us two trying to get in a random session with a bad GM xd

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disaster

fallen surge
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Welcome newcomers. The bot post above has some extremely helpful information to get you started

whole badge
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Haha well that's why I want an experienced DM who semi knows what's going on lol

fallen surge
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If you want to organize a game, the #find-a-game channel has instructions for how to do so. This isn’t the proper channel for organizing your or soliciting a game

formal valve
whole badge
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Also thank you Colossus! I've read through some of those but I do appreciate it! Also thank you for pointing us in the right direction 🙏🏻

cold idol
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Hi guys

smoky adder
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Welcome!

bitter void
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does soulknife 2019 and soulknife 2020 have the same number of dice as tasha's?

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equal to twice proficiency bonus

errant osprey
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@formal valve @whole badge i dont have any dm experience but i do have alot of player experience (a couple of years) and i have wanted to try dm’ing for some time now. If you would like i could set up a oneshot so the two of you can get a taste of dnd

whole badge
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Sure man!

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Just added you gang

errant osprey
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And i accepted already

hearty escarp
fickle onyx
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A goblin should have 15 AC due to their shield right? I'm doing 2d6 since I don't have d8 and I kinda don't wanna do the +/-1 to make a d6 like a d8. Anyways that should be pretty fair right?
The players get 30 unallocated ability score. Would this difficulty be too easy? Or just right? (Total noob at this)

smoky adder
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AC only matters for attack rolls, wherein the attacker rolls a d20.

wild onyx
smoky adder
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If the attack roll equals or exceeds the AC, then the attacker rolls for damage.

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Since it's a d20 roll, though, a lack of d8s shouldn't have any affect on a target's AC.

fallen surge
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The AC of a goblin depends on which goblin stat block you are using. For example, a goblin minion has 12 AC but a goblin warrior has 15 AC

wild onyx
smoky adder
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If you're worried that replacing d8s with d6s might make an impact on their damage rolls, you could adjust the target's HP instead.

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.

wild onyx
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As to replacing a d8 with 2d6, how does that work? Just take the highest die, accept that the upper outcomes (7-8) can't be hit?

smoky adder
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Oh wait, switching 1d8 for 2d6? That could definitely skew things, especially if the total isn't capped somehow.

fallen surge
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For reference, 2d6 has an average roll of 7, while 1d8 has an average roll of 4.5

smoky adder
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Trading it for 1d6+1 would work better, IMO.

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Or use 1d10 and reroll if you get a 9 or 10.

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Or use digital dice on your phone, which you can do for free.

fallen surge
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Digital Dice would be my recommendation as well. Honestly, I find them much more convenient, and often use them even when I have a physical one with me

smoky adder
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Especially when paired with a digital character sheet (like D&D Beyond's) that can automatically add your modifiers as well.

pallid glacier
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guys... what is dnd, it seems so cool but like i dont get it and im stupid

anyways hi

exotic remnantBOT
pallid glacier
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of wait learn & play is very helpful lol sick

plucky ridge
#

Check out the free basic rules and then feel free to ask any questions you may have here

pallid glacier
obtuse hatch
#

me and my friend both really wanna start playing dnd, but we cant find a dm, where do we look to find one??

nocturne sand
vagrant perch
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how to I start making a character?

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my friend wants me to join his game, but I have no clue how to make a character

exotic remnantBOT
smoky adder
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If you have any questions along the way, though, folks here are happy to help!

vagrant perch
unborn flume
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Hi i never played before but it seems fun and interesting is there somone who could help me what do i do how do i play?

exotic remnantBOT
vital sail
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The rules may seem overwhelming at first, but you will only need to know the core concepts to play if you are playing with experienced players

severe lily
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hi i want to make a sorcerer character how do i do that?

hearty escarp
fallen surge
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?tag new sorcerer

exotic remnantBOT
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classSorcerer Sorcerer

Wield magic innate to your being, shaping the power to your will
Sorcerers wield innate magic that is stamped into their being. Some Sorcerers can’t name the origin of their power, while others trace it to strange events in their personal or family history. The blessing of a dragon or a dryad at a baby’s birth or the strike of lightning from a clear sky might spark a Sorcerer’s gift. So too might the gift of a deity, exposure to the strange magic of another plane of existence, or a glimpse into the inner workings of reality. Whatever the origin, the result is an indelible mark on the Sorcerer, a churning magic that can be passed down through generations.

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

Likes: Power
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 6 + Con. modifier

fallen surge
severe lily
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ok thanks

solid rover
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can somebody explain whats the goal of d&d and how do i play it and everything. i have never played it.

severe lily
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@severe lily

slender solar
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Scroll to the very top

solid rover
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ty

civic coral
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Me and a buddy of mine want to play. Are there any campaigns we can join.

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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Hey, if I wanted to buy my GM a book on Dnd beyound, how do I gift it to them?

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the PDF I mean, and have Dnd beyound recoginze that they have said book, so I can have access to the feats and such for my character?

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spice grail
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yea.

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I checked before hand.

fresh fable
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No point buying a book you can’t use and why not buy it for yourself

spice grail
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thansk

iron fable
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yo

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can any1 help me make a charecter

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iron fable
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dnd beyond cost money for extra subclasses and in my case, patrons

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but I dont know how to fill in a level 1charecter sheet for warlock

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so if ur willing to help pls dm

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If you're looking for help, the best place to get it is here in the server

iron fable
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bet

fallen surge
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This channel can help explain the basics of the game, so if you have any questions about how things work or what terms mean, ask them here. Once you have a basic understanding of the rules and want to start picking the best options for your character, then the conversation can move to the #character-discussion channel

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fallen surge
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the bot post above has helpful information for getting started. The "Basic Rules" in the Quick Links section are free. It explains the process of how to play and how to make a character

hollow dirge
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What is constitution

wild onyx
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Toughness, health, vitality. Higher Constitution gives you more hit points, better chances against poison.

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zealous phoenix
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question! just started with going through the DnD rules till I realized there is a 2024 edition. Should I switch to that one? Is it objectively better or is it more of a sidegrade than an upgrade?

hearty escarp
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I'd say it's an upgrade, though not a massive one. You'll find some people preferring 2014, others have started switching over. Since it came out last year, we're still sort of in a transitionary process.

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As a personal note, all 3 of the groups I'm part in have now switched to 2024.

zealous phoenix
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would you say it is new player friendly?

hearty escarp
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Yes, especially the new Player's Handbook and Dungeon master's Guide

zealous phoenix
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oh HUGE

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thanks for the information

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anything that is considered a downgrade by the community?

hearty escarp
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Mostly specific details and some dungeon master material. The way stealth works has been changed, though without getting into the weeds there, it's just a different approach from 2024. I could live with either.

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Really, seen from the outside, it's a bunch of nitpicks in my opinion.

zealous phoenix
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is mixing the best of both worlds a way to do it?

hearty escarp
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You could, but I wouldn't recommend it. It will make it hard to track.

zealous phoenix
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thats a fair point yeah

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aight, thank you for the answers!

hearty escarp
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And I feel like if you're just starting out, you're never going to notice the differences. It's a matter for rules nerds (like myself) to agonize over. 😅

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The game will be fun either way.

jovial grotto
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Hey I'm new to d&d completely and was wondering if anyone could help me out a bit

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I have no idea how any of it works😅

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lyric fjord
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i need an experienced dm to help my session

eternal hatch
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Im new. how do i find a party to play with?

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unborn flume
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Is there any dungeon master that like host a session like baby friendly i understand but never played

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Hi y’all!!

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I was torn between Druid and Bard because those are my two main classes 😭😭

Well Bard/Wizard and Druid/Ranger

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Hi

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Hi, me and some of my friends are new to dnd. There had been one session so far and Im trying to be the dm for the next one for a one shot. The thing is, we didnt really kept ourselfs to the rules last time but I want to at least try to follow them, how would you deal with the situation?

wild onyx
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Check out Peril in Pinebrook, that'll help you get a handle on the rules.

tawdry frigate
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Well this is...alot of people

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Hello there.

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bleak belfry
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yooo

hard pecan
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Hiiiiiiiiiiiii cezborgrz

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Hello

signal fog
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Welcome everyone who’s new to DnD

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Just remember that we are here to answer basic questions about DnD not any DM or anything that isn’t related to basics of DnD

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There are other channels you can go to for answers to other questions

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We will let you know where to go to if your question isn’t related to this channel

delicate cloud
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Hi! A few of my friends including myself are interested in playing a campaign, just a simple oneshot but none of us have played a genuine campaign. I was honestly just wondering about the basics and how the rules work before I start trying to find a dm

signal fog
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First of all welcome @delicate cloud

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The best way to start is to read through the basic rules that are available for free on here and it’s a lot of information but a great read #rules

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It also shows how to create a character sheet

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But depending on how fast you can learn you might end up becoming a great DM in the future

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If you have any questions about the basics please let me know @delicate cloud

fresh fable
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Free rules are in the pins

timid cypress
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hii

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I'm new to dnd

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please help

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dry oracle
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Hi, I'm dming for the first time for 10-12 year olds (I'm a librarian and wanted to make a club for them), and wanted some help, would someone who's experienced in Dming please be able to help

fresh fable
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Get a copy of peril in pinebrook it’s a self contained starter one shot perfect for young new players with hints and tips for new DMs

fresh fable
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You can print it out too

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Comes with pre made simplified characters

dry oracle
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tysm! I'm doing a timeloop based campaign

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so I wrote a campaign where I chose one player to have a cursed talisman in secret

dense shard
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Where would i find a group to play with as somebody very new to d&d but familiar with roleplaying i want to play but i cant find anyone preferably an online group btw

dry oracle
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if anything happens to their talisman i.e. it gets wet, cracked, scratched etc and they die after, they immediately wake up back where they started

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historical zombie apocalyse btw, haha but I am having trouble with the combat

fresh fable
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Run something pre written for them if both them and you are new

alpine temple
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Is this a place we’re I can meet people using dnd beyond to call and connect on discord to have sessions

surreal epoch
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hi

fresh fable
jade coral
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Hiiii

weak furnace
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I have created a character what do I do now?

wild onyx
languid smelt
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Hi all!! My partner and i have recently started playing DnD, weve started with, Dragons Of Storm Wreck Isle, and we are loving it!! Im playing DM, my partner is playing a PC, and im kind of guiding her through this journey. Ive managed to get some friends that would like to try out DnD aswell. i was just wondering if you guys had any suggestions for another premade adventure we could run that is beginner friendly (more or less XD). ive heard that "Curse of Strahd" is quite fun and starts at level 1. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!!!!

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Curse of Strahd wouldn't be very new-player friendly IMO but it is a great adventure. I'd keep that one for later.

hearty escarp
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I'd recommend any of the other starting adventures. There is one called Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk, which is a starting adventure (from level 1) that also includes a continuation up to level 11.

I would advise against Curse of Strahd. The adventure really only starts at level 3 (Death House is a bit of a cop out) and it's very sandboxy, very little DM guidance.

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Agreed with UndyingNoob though, it's a good adventure. If you've got some experience under your belt. It's themes are pretty heavy sometimes and you need to be comfortable both with improvising, foreshadowing and tying together disparate plot threads.

lime turret
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You could also jump into homebrew.

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Or one of the anthology books, actually. They feature a lot of shorter adventures akin to Stormwreck Isle that you can find a way to tie together.

cloud fiber
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Hello I've heard and watched some videos about DND like games (mostly magic the Noah) but I haven't actually played anything really like it so Im really lost and don't know where to start with character making and all...

wild onyx
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teal temple
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Character Sheet

To keep track of important information about your character, you need a character sheet, whether it’s a printed character sheet, a digital character sheet, or plain paper. Choose whichever style of sheet works for you, and then embark on creating a character! Chapter 2 of the Free Rules walks you through the steps of character creation.

If you're struggling with the myriad character choices available, premade characters are a great way to streamline character creation and get playing. All you have to do is browse through the available paper or digital options to see which is most appealing.

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nimble mauve
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i made so many characters

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and only one G sheet, and i hate that G sheet's are esier...

river reef
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Anyone here to help me with Gsheet?

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Need to make one

fossil crater
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You just gotta copy it

river reef
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Kk

smoky adder
lime sun
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Hello🤗

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I has ZERO clue what im doin never played dnd before

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hearty escarp
astral mason
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How do you play DND online

hearty escarp
sick vale
sick vale
lime sun
sick vale
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Which class do u want 2 go for

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Like I could help with what to put down

lime sun
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And i didnt really under stand the charcter sheet stuff at all

sick vale
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So there are a few stats on it that u need
First is the main stats that should be at the top of the sheet
U basically just need to have strength as you highest then relitivly high constitution and charismer

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Then there should be a list of skills
The only difference are which ones u have proficiency in
I would recommend taking athletics as one of them and the rest doesn't really matter that much

woven latch
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What is a magic action?

sick vale
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Then there are ability and stuff that u can find in the description of your class (the main ones are just lay on hands and smite)

sick vale
muted cliff
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I bought a bunch of stuff when I was running a solo campaign for my son but I have almost no experience as a player.

boreal sphinx
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ive made a character and stuff, using some guides and i bought some books on dndbeyond which is MoTM and Guide to everything and i want to actually join a campaign, ive never played before and i wont know what to do :c

lime turret
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If you’ve made a character, you’re already off to a good start.

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?help

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Wrong command, lol.

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muted cliff
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@boreal sphinx I also go motm, xanathars and Tasha's.

lime turret
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There we go.

boreal sphinx
lime turret
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Eladrin is fun.

boreal sphinx
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i preferably want to find a group using DNDBeyond but it doesnt seem like a lot of people like it

lime turret
boreal sphinx
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i cant find any new campaigns there, they're all ongoing

lime turret
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Or looking for a campaign on Roll20 or StartPlaying

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Or irl, lol.

sick vale
boreal sphinx
sick vale
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Oh ok nevermind
Are u playing druid as you first character?
It's a difficult class to play because u have a bunch of things to keep track of
I'm not saying u shouldn't do it its just alot of work

fallen surge
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?tag new complexity

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Class Complexity

Below is a quick overview of which classes take the most effort to learn. Low complexity classes make for an easier starting point, while higher complexity classes offer more versatility. Any of these classes can be played by beginners, so pick whatever excites you!

fallen surge
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Druids rank high on the complexity chart, yeah. Nothing is so complex that a beginner can't/shouldn't do it, but it does add some height to the learning curve

lime turret
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I’m still confused about some of the placements here, but I agree on Druid.

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It’s a fun class, but it’s spell list is unwieldy and Wild Shape has a lot rules baggage to keep track off (although it is extremely powerful)

modern thicket
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I looked at the difference between looking for community and looking for players, and i still don’t know which one I fall under. I don’t have a traditional DnD, but it’s just one overhauled homebrew campaign more similar to an DnD than an RP, still relying on Heavy RP aspects. I’m only looking for 8 players.

muted cliff
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It's hard for me to find a game as a beginner

round reef
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Hey guys! newbie question, if I create a human criminal, I get to choose 2 feats? one is Alert and another feat of my choice?

vital sail
vital sail
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Though the extra feat must be an Origin feat

round reef
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Thanks!

muted cliff
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I have way to many dice for someone who does not play.

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teal temple
# muted cliff It's hard for me to find a game as a beginner

If you have any hobby or gaming stores in the area, you probably want to check there. A number of D&D groups trace back to routing through a hobby store or other place that either focuses on D&D or gaming which have like minded people in it.

Public message boards might have postings. Libraries can be another interesting place to check. Schools or Universities will probably at least a few running somewhere.

hollow dirge
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What is homebrew?

vital sail
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?homebrew

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What is homebrew?

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

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

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

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Can we talk about our characters in the characters channel dose it have to be a 2014 character

vital sail
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vale tiger
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Yes

vale tiger
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Ok

smoky adder
# woven latch What is a magic action?

Each character can take one action on their turn, whether it's one of the default actions or one specific to their character. The Magic action is one of those default actions:

When you take the Magic action, you cast a spell that has a casting time of an action or use a feature or magic item that requires a Magic action to be activated.

muted crow
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Hello I want to play dnd but I also want my character to be like sung Jin woo like I summon people to help me fight while also being able to fight on my own

smoky adder
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Summoning things is definitely possible, but I'm not familiar enough with the character to give any specific advice here. 😅

distant lagoon
# muted crow Hello I want to play dnd but I also want my character to be like sung Jin woo li...

Assuming you're playing 5e, there are a few fighter options that let you summon fighters. Echo Knight Fighter will let you summon a copy of yourself. Astral Self Monk will let you bring your astral self to fight with you. But if you want to summon multiple people who are not yourself, Anscestral Guardian Barbarian might be your best bet. Lets you summon spirits to fight alongside you. Unfortunately, they will be aiding you rather than doing straight damage. You could also multiclass wizard to get summoning spells, but multiclassing as a first-time player can be difficult.

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spark knot
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Hi, I'm completely new to D&D and these kind of roleplaying games, will I need to learn a lot mechanics to start playing?

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Or you can learn on the run?

distant lagoon
# spark knot Hi, I'm completely new to D&D and these kind of roleplaying games, will I need t...

I personally started out just reading through the Player's Handbook to get familiar with it. Not neccesarily memorizing everything, but you do want to be somewhat familiar. You can find pdfs for free online if you want to look through it. Definitely read up on classes and races when you're choosing, and pay attention to the abilities you choose. That's my personal avice, but other people might do it different ways.

spark knot
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Yeah, I'm doint that rn, that's how I found the discord, through the official website

harsh fjord
# spark knot Or you can learn on the run?

For my money, it really depends on who you're playing with. Among friends and people you know? You can work through it together, figuring it out as you go. With strangers, though, I would imagine many want you to be somewhat familiar, especially since there's no shortage of resources for learning.

That's not to say you need everything memorized, like Corax said, but you should have a solid base of knowledge.

spark knot
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Cool then, I'm gonna read then. Later I'll see how to actually join a group

harsh fjord
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Feel free to ask questions as you're working through the rules!

fallen surge
# spark knot Or you can learn on the run?

It is possible to learn some things as you go, but you will have a much better experience with the game if you take some time to learn at least the basics of the rules before you start playing. At the very least, you will need a character before the game starts, so learning the rules on Character Creation is basically mandatory. But the more knowledge you are able to bring to the table, the smoother your game will go.

If you try to play the game before learning literally anything about the rules, then assuming the other people in your group are more experienced, then they will have to spend the entire game explaining things to you. And if no one in your group is experienced, you’re just going to be lost and confused about what to do.

You don’t have to memorize all of the rules beforehand, or anything like that, but if you want you and your group to have fun in your first session, you should put in at least a little effort to make it run smoothly

wide flame
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Yeah. One of the boons of reading through the rules is you'll remember that stuff exists. Even if you don't remember the specifics, you can look it up again later

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Like a full campaign with a proper ending? Or just one session?

knotty jetty
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i will always recommend Dimension 20, its made and editied as 2 to 2 and a half hour episodes, half of their first season (Fantasy High) you can find on their youtube channel and majority of them playing is their first time playing and if youre into it all 23ish other seasons are on their streaming platform dropout, always a classic to go back to

for like more non edited long form, critical role is always a good one, legends of avantris is great as well, arcane arcade is pretty good as well

harsh fjord
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I like the above, but many of them are professionally produced. As long as you can separate their level of polish from expectations for a game without a serious budget, they are tons of fun.

I would recommend the four-session play of the opening to Lost Mine of Phandelver, starting here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgNRe76o4_8 To me, it's much more reflective of a game you might actually play in and so might be useful for a newbie!

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Where can I play dnd?

knotty jetty
# muted crow Where can I play dnd?

anywhere! you can find a group online, play online with your friend group, in person with a group of friends, at a local game store, just look around and you find groups to play with

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echo kelp
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Have you checked out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages here in the channel yet? That has some useful links and resources to help get you started.

lyric bronze
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What is the easiest class and race build to use?

potent zealot
little ocean
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Hey , thinking about giving D&D a shot — was it tough to get into at first? Kinda nervous but also super curious how it went for y’all when you first started

cloud crest
# little ocean Hey , thinking about giving D&D a shot — was it tough to get into at first? Kind...

For me it went great! The first season I ever played I was a half-elf rogue that was like dark and edgy, then made quick friends with a princess and became less dark and started becoming normal. Then the princess was kidnapped I went on a rampage to get her back. Got her back from the cult that kidnapped her and had to multiclass into Warlock bc I, to spare her life, became a follower of the cults god. Great time, especially if it's with friends. Even when it's not, getting a feel for your character and getting into it is really fun if you give it time

lime turret
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The rules are a lot but that actual act of playing it or another TTRPG is very intuitive.

little ocean
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Oh my god, this sounds so cool! It honestly seems like such a fun experience! I think I feel the same way a lot of people do at first — just kinda awkward and a bit lost, since I’ve never really been into this kind of thing before. But your replies are actually making me feel a lot better!

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I think I’ll start by watching a few sessions on YouTube and getting familiar with the handbook first. That probably makes the most sense for now

potent zealot
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Well I personally never had a bad experience in D&D so I really hope you enjoy it when you eventually play!

little ocean
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I honestly don‘t even know what BG3 is haha but I will look into it!!

lime turret
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BG3 is a very solid starting point to grasp the rules, although there’s quite a few small differences between it and D&D.

little ocean
hot wind
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Hello me and a friend of mine are still new to D&D but we're willing to learn and want to start a campaign online ♥️♥️🔥

potent zealot
lime turret
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I don’t think I can, it’s a laundry list of small things and I have not played BG3, I just have players who have.

potent zealot
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I'm desperately looking for a campaign to join lmao

hot wind
lime turret
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I bet someone made a YouTube video about it.

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lime turret
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Online and irl are quite different experiences.

potent zealot
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I filled an application to join a campaign, I really hope they accept me because it sounded so cool

lime turret
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I wouldn’t say one or the other is worse, but there’s certain campaigns I would want to run at a table that I would not try to do online.

little ocean
lime turret
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I will say if you have any local board game store that isn’t like a Games Workshop or something, they probably do a D&D night.

little ocean
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Well at least I‘m not alone Haha

potent zealot
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I have plenty of DMing experience but I just don't have the time to come up with a full campaign, probably not even to run a premade one so I'll just stick with being a player for now

little ocean
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potent zealot
# little ocean You tooo!! <33

If you ever need tips or explanation feel free to ask me for it, I'd love to make sure a new player has the information they need!

little ocean
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Thank you so much I highly appreciate it

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And will need it most definitely haha

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Oh of course I will let you know and same goes for you

potent zealot
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I mean I could use a group to play as well so count me in for that as well

wide flame
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Yeah I've been playing and DMing for a good long while, I'm also around to answer questions. Welcome to the fold dndApprove

little ocean
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Thank you so much you guys are really kind

little ocean
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I’m still at the veryyyyy beginning of my journey so I will most likely need to gain more knowledge first

thick pumice
potent zealot
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If you ever play bard make sure to flirt with the dragons. It's the main mechanic of the class.

... Not really, but I mean, it's hilarious when it works.

signal fog
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Welcome to DnD new players

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little ocean
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I looking forward to it

thick pumice
# potent zealot Yeah same. I was forced into a campaign when I played for the first time. I had ...

just over 6 years when i first played and i was the only person in the party who had never played before, campaign ended up lasting 3 years and even tho i dont talk to the people anymore theres a good portion of my best memories in that campaign, all of this to say im VERY glad my learning was playing, i think it would have taken away from the magic if i never had those "oh, i can do that??" moments

little ocean
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Night vision

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And the extra stat points certain races get on specific characteristics

lime turret
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In the old 2014 rules? You’re a whole different race. In the 2024 rules? No difference whatsoever.

potent zealot
thick pumice
# little ocean Sound‘s really cool tbh

playing a rogue and the first time i realised if i hid first and then attacked i did more damage was like that lego batman gif (i asked my party to just let me figure stuff out on my own until level 5 and then fill me in on important mechanics i wasnt completely hopeless dw 😭 )

thick pumice
lime turret
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Yeah, 2024 got rid of half breed races.

potent zealot
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... After reading that I kinda don't wanna look at the 2024 rules.

thick pumice
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i had no intentions of moving away from 2014 anyways so its no issue but thats kinda crazy

little ocean
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I have a question: If I read the Player’s Handbook, do those rules apply to most sessions and campaigns, or does every campaign basically have its own custom rules? How should I think about it as a beginner?

wide flame
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Honestly if you want half elves you can just use the '14 ones in '24.

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signal fog
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@little ocean most servers do have what is called house rules but they don’t break the rules and the game

little ocean
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little ocean
signal fog
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I have house rules for my server

lime turret
signal fog
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Yes during COVID DnD had a huge increase of players and some players ended up being DM or Dungeon Masters

thick pumice
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that was me, started as player and moved to dm bc my new friend group didnt wanna dm

im kinda fiending to go back to player though, i get way too stressed running sessions even now lmao

signal fog
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I think that I helped close to a thousand people learning how to play DnD

thick pumice
signal fog
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Yes because players were at home and had nothing to do

lime turret
signal fog
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I really enjoy teaching new players how to play DnD and if they pick it up quickly they could be a great DM in the future

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If I see that a player could be a DM I will ask them

thick pumice
lime turret
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I’d be willing to pick up and teach more newbies but I have 3 games going as is, lol.

signal fog
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Like right now I’m teaching a player on my server how to be a DM

lime turret
wide flame
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I really dig helping the newbies too. Watching things "click" is so great

thick pumice
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main issue for me is apart from him noone was willing to try, and im going into my final year of uni balancing a club presidency with degree, so i dont have time to prep

and if im the only dm, and the dm cant prep, then noone plays

thick pumice
signal fog
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I’ve been around DnD as a player and a DM for almost 36 years now

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I’ve played all of the editions of the game and I really enjoy it

little ocean
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That’s so cool

signal fog
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Hopefully you guys will be around for that long and teach many more players this great game

wide flame
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The first one I played was some form of 2nd edition, I think. That young I wasn't in the right space to take it seriously, lol

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I started DMing in college because I got tired of the way my friends were doing it dndLol

signal fog
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That was A DnD or Advanced DnD

thick pumice
lime turret
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I started with 5e, been almost 10 years now.

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Started around the time Dragon Heist came out.

wide flame
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Idk which one I played 😆

signal fog
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I played all 3

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I had something happen to my character a few weeks ago during a game

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It was actually hilarious

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We just got through with some combat and my character had to do death saving throws and I play as an Owlyn monk

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I made the saving throws but we had a short rest and I was rolling hit dice and what I was rolling was a d8-1

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I started out with a HP

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We are level 4

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So I can roll 4 times

cedar kelp
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Hi Guys

signal fog
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I rolled 3 nat 1 and a 3 so I had a total of 3 HP

little ocean
signal fog
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So I couldn’t do anything for the rest of the session

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But rest

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The dice Gods hated me on that day lol

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And got revenge

wide flame
cedar kelp
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I'm a bit experimented here because I've already completed a campaign.
But I still want to learn.

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Pls

exotic remnantBOT
signal fog
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I was rolling in DnD Beyond

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@cedar kelp what do you want to learn

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You probably have learned the basics

cedar kelp
cedar kelp
signal fog
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So you are a returning player

cedar kelp
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Yeah... Something like that

signal fog
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Ok how long has it been since you played last

cedar kelp
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I actually wanna learn how to be a good DM

cedar kelp
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And this morning

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xd

signal fog
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Ok

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So now you want to DM

exotic remnantBOT
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dynoError No tag DM found in category new.

wide flame
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-# Oops (I could have sworn there was a command for this)

cedar kelp
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Yeah
But I'm interested to participate on a campaign as well

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And then I want to learn about DM stuff

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Another campaign
And then I learn

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XD

signal fog
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The best way to start DMing is to watch other DMs on YouTube and in other servers

cedar kelp
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Oh Ok

signal fog
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I might can help you out with learning how to DM

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I have something coming up in the next few weeks and it will be a great opportunity to start learning how to DM