#dnd-newcomers

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south moon
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Hi

lost silo
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If you have any questions, ask away

spiral raptor
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if someone (me) wer to ask you whene he could find all the basic information he would need to understand how to play dnd (D20 rolls, How combat works and how to fill everything on a character sheet), where would you tell him to find such information?

lost silo
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I’d tell him to check out the links in the bot I’m about toto activate lol

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Well dang I forget how to lol

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K well check the pins in this channel because my brain has deflated in the command lol

exotic remnantBOT
timid locust
spiral raptor
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ty dosh bones

lost silo
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Lol thanks. I’m still in vacation mode

runic oar
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Hey. Could a Shadow Monk ‘Shadow Step’ around space when NOT in combat.

lofty roost
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Yes

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Unless explicitly said otherwise, features which take any sort of action work both in and out of combat

runic oar
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Really? So, of an evening in a town, they could literally bounce down the street in and out of shadows?

lofty roost
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Turns occur even outside of combat (they're simply not accurately tracked), and thus all actions are on the table

lofty roost
runic oar
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Oh…. I’m so taking that in my next campaign.

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As it still works as a town would he in theory have to wait circa 6 seconds per step?

timid locust
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Correct.

runic oar
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*turn

timid locust
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You can take actions even outside of combat, but the timing of those actions are still locked.

runic oar
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Thanks all.

That sounds like so much fun.

I’ll need to do so more reading about being hidden/stealth after stepping.

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Just finished listening to Exandria Calamity…. So…. Very hyped about DnD right now😀

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Out of curiosity.

Are PvP events ever a ‘thing’ in DnD?

harsh fjord
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They can definitely happen, but most tables don't allow them (and many of us here recommend against it).

runic oar
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Understood.

Sorry. I did mean outside of a campaign.

Example : your campaign 6 characters vs another, or just entirely
Made up ones

main fulcrum
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The game isn't really designed for PCs to fight each other

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Since PCs are usually built differently than monsters

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It can be done, but it's not the assumption

timid locust
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Do events like that happen? Sure, but pretty rarely.

runic oar
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I assumed that’d be the case as I’ve not read anything about it but was curious.

low scroll
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In my experience, PvP happens because of 1. mind control or 2. ooc beef]

main fulcrum
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The former can indeed happen in game, the latter really shouldn't be allowed to happen in game

low scroll
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Oh, and 3. just greed for loot, which is either caused by 2. or leads into 2.

runic oar
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Yeah.

In my last campaign another player MCd me to use more of my heals.

DM was not happy but let me choose to reject or roll.

low scroll
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... Yeah, nah, I'd have not been cool with that. Nor, do I think, should any party be on board with it

runic oar
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Ironically…. I missed the following session and the ‘offending’ player died 😉

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Thanks for the help this evening guys and gals.

low scroll
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o7

junior cedar
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Hi

fossil shale
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Hello!

lost silo
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Hello

hard gale
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Good evening.

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

random gulch
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Hellooo

spiral raptor
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How friendly

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its so nice to see all these fellow players get along

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in comparison to what i see in a game i play. (horrifying memories flash through that empty skull)

low scroll
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Welcome to the funhouse

spiral raptor
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ive not been here for long (also prety new to dnd) but i always enjoy when a comunity isnt toxic to less experienced players

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🙂

low scroll
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Well, part of our bargain with the devil is making fresh sacrifices so-- I mean yeah, totes, buddy WHEEZE

gilded sun
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Hello! First time making a character and I've never played DND but I'm so excited to give it a go! Just dropping by and saying hello

smoky adder
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Welcome!

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What kind of character did you have in mind?

cosmic kite
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same also dropped by to say hello after join and getting used to the dnd community

gilded sun
timid locust
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Sounds like a good start! Have you read through the basic rules yet?

sick vale
gilded sun
gilded sun
timid locust
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Sounds like you're on the right track, then

gilded sun
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but if I need to make a different character to fit a certain story that's fine too

spiral raptor
sick vale
# gilded sun but if I need to make a different character to fit a certain story that's fine t...

I mean the basic idea u have should work for most games
All u need is to do the stats when ur in a game (there are multiple ways of doing them so u will probably have to wait ) and then make sure u have dexterity as your highest, not terrible constitution, one of the mental stats as your second highest (charisma would probably fit more for your character).
And u don't really need streanth

gilded sun
sick vale
gilded sun
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I heard it was a beginner friendly class thats why I picked it

timid locust
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You'll enjoy it, I think. Rogue is fun!

low scroll
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Fun, just... be mindful

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Rogues have a reputation for getting into trouble for a very big reason kek

spice lion
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Hey is it allowed to ask if someone can check out my first chacter I somehow finished I wanna know if its legit or not

harsh fjord
spice lion
gilded sun
low scroll
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Sneaky sticky-fingered backstabbers tend to be sneaky sticky-fingered backstabbers 7882_dogekek

spiral raptor
gilded sun
low scroll
harsh fjord
chilly zephyr
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I was wondering what the most useful spells for a 5 level sorcerer is based on exploration and damage

harsh fjord
wild onyx
# spiral raptor sooo... where do we gather to sacrifi- i mean teach pepole how to submit all wor...

Check the listings in #looking-for-players for games that want people, read the details, respond as appropriate and cross your fingers.

Type /looking and select the option for #looking-for-dm to advertise yourself as a new player in search of a group. Be sure to include your regular availability!

There are other Discord servers where people gather for games. You can find them in #looking-for-community .

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

chilly zephyr
lone nebula
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I need help to play

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harsh fjord
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The links above are a good starting place, but if you need more specific help, tell us what that is!

deft sigil
rapid blade
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Where would games be posted I’m not very fluent with dischord and I’m new to dnd I just really wanna play there’s no irl campaigns anywhere near me

solar pivot
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Can somone help me create my character?

vital sail
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?lfg

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
vital sail
vital sail
solar pivot
exotic remnantBOT
vital sail
solar pivot
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Ok thanks

tawdry laurel
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I'm new to DND

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vital sail
fresh stream
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Hello I’m new to dnd I have learned the basics to it and I would love to play with people so let me know if I can be included in your next game 🙂

zealous zealot
exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

fossil shale
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Hello!!!

wanton vine
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Hello, I am new to DND

exotic remnantBOT
vital sail
wanton vine
rain mulch
edgy onyx
fossil shale
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Okay imma ask a question here since it says newcomers and I’m definitely a newb.
Spell casting….components…
I feel like that’s gunna be a huge limiter.
Anyway around that? Some feat?
Or do I just stick with simple cantrips until my crew and I get enough money to go shopping?

edgy onyx
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Arcane Focus and Component pouch are items you generally get as a spellcaster as a starting item, which replaces any material components, except for ones with a specific cost, or if the spell would consume the required material

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Meanwhile Verbal component simply requires you to be able to speak, and Somantic component that you have at least one hand free to perform gestures

fossil shale
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Alrighty thank you.
So let me see if I get this right?
Correct me if wrong plz.
2024 Trickery cleric, wanting to cast hypnotic pattern….i use my holly symbol to help cast it.
So I no longer need my components correct?

fresh fable
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Correct

wheat crystal
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Short answer: Yes your focus would fulfill all requirements for Hypnotic Pattern.

Long answer: Technically yes and no. You still need to fulfill the somatic components (gestures) of the spell since a spell focus by itself only fulfills the material component requirement of Hypnotic Pattern. However, as per the spellcasting rules on components, you may use the same hand to perform the material and somatic components as long as you have a free hand to access them.

signal ember
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Hello all

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Jm from Poland

left fossil
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Hello and good morning. At least I think it's morning.

edgy onyx
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Well it's gotta be morning somewehere at least!

left fossil
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It's about 3:20 am here.

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So I guess that's kind of morning...

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But some would still call it the middle of the night.

signal ember
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10:21 am here

left fossil
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Well good morning then.

grave crater
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i am new to D&D i never played it but i wanna try it is there a Rulebook i can read so i can understand the basics of the game

native thistle
native thistle
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but i would start by looking at these links to get an idea of what dnd actually is and how it works, and it might help you understand better if you'll enjoy it or specifically what aspects of it you think youll enjoy more

grave crater
lyric fjord
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Is beyond universally used? I'm wondering if I should just get into it right away if groups prefer it over physical books.

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I wanna make it as easy as possible to get into games.

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If I stumble into a group that uses it, I wouldn't really be able to play without it, right?

lime turret
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I think online groups prefer it because it easily stores all your character sheets in one place.

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I won’t use it because I play mostly irl, have the books and don’t like the idea of paying the subscription, but it has it’s uses.

candid elk
spiral raptor
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i am curntly making my first character

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and i dont realy understand feats, where do i write them? can i chose more than one?

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anyone?

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i fount out that you can only have one

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ok, but still, where to i write them

signal fog
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Do you have a paper character sheet @spiral raptor

spiral raptor
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yhea

thorn spindle
spiral raptor
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the one from dnd beyond, 3 pages

signal fog
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There should be a section on the paper character sheet to write down the feats on

spiral raptor
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wait a sec, im going to send you the dnd beyond link and you can tell me where you see it, i just dont see it

signal fog
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And I thought that the paper character sheet is 4 pages not 3

spiral raptor
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i sent you the link with what i printed

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is it the wrong one?

lime turret
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The 2024 one is 2 pages because no one used the middle one, lol.

lime turret
spiral raptor
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so where do you see the section where in supposed to write my feat?

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i just cant find it

signal fog
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It’s on page 1 at the bottom right corner of the page

spiral raptor
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features and tratis?

signal fog
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Yes

spiral raptor
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but if feats are features, what dose it mean by traits?

signal fog
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I don’t think traits are rolled anymore

spiral raptor
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so they arent used?

spice lion
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Hey some guy just dm me asking if I were looking for a group but he isnt in this server any idea how he found me

signal fog
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I use DnD Beyond for character creation

spiral raptor
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what are cantrips?

signal fog
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@spice lion probably someone who is a member gave the person the information

spice lion
spiral raptor
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you scared him

thorn spindle
spiral raptor
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go you!

spice lion
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Yeah no dm ask for age do they?

signal fog
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Yes probably a ripoff

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@spice lion there are plenty of legit servers to join

lost silo
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Block that immediately Mimi definitely not right

sick vale
spiral raptor
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:0

signal fog
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They are basic spells @spiral raptor

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With unlimited usage

spiral raptor
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i am trying to play a dragonborn sorcerer, who is skilled in mele combat, has some experience with magic and is a deceptive criminal

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what dose GP stand for? i am looking at equipment i can take as a lv one and i see GP everywhere

signal fog
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Gold Pieces

spiral raptor
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what can i use an arcane focus for?

signal fog
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The currency in DnD are copper, silver,gold and platinum pieces

spiral raptor
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and what do i do with an arcane focus

sick vale
spiral raptor
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what chould i chose then?

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i want to have some magic capabiity

sick vale
spiral raptor
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if im not gon aplay sorcerer then i shouldednt chose it, right?

signal fog
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Play what you will be comfortable playing as

spiral raptor
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i truly dont know... 3:

subtle tangle
sick vale
spiral raptor
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should i chose warlock? i want to have strong mele but also have the option to leann back on offensive and defensive spells if nececery

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i do want mele to be my strogest

signal fog
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Palidin should be your best option

spiral raptor
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can a paladin be a criminal (my backround :3)

signal fog
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Yes any character can be a criminal

spiral raptor
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yeppie :3

signal fog
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There are thieves in DnD

sick vale
spiral raptor
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ok i will chose warlock, (i dnt know what everything dose im just readong if dnd beyond)

signal fog
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I think you should get some help with your character sheet @spiral raptor

spiral raptor
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wdym?

signal fog
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They don’t have the time to help everyone out here with it

spiral raptor
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who is "they:?

signal fog
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Because new players are joining all of the time

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The mods

spiral raptor
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where should i ask for help then? is there a character server?

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ih wait nvm i see one

signal fog
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Yes

spiral raptor
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kk byyy :3 till next time!

fresh fable
# signal fog The mods

It’s not the mod job to teach people they are here to “moderate” the server keep everything nice and organised

timber wigeon
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Hey everyone, new to D&D. Thinking of going with Beyond and the Core Book set. I take it Beyond is the way to go, although Roll20 is popular as well. I’m looking to have as few apps as possible so I’m thinking Beyond. Is there a strong community with Beyond? Or is everyone on Roll20 and other apps?

signal fog
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I recommend DnD Beyond over Roll20 anytime

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I really don’t like Roll20 that much

timber wigeon
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yeah Beyond seems the way to go. im thinking of getting both digi and physical copies of the core book set. should i just get digi and the Master subscription? im thinking of starting or joining a community

lost silo
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They both have their pros and cons but I think beyond is the more popular for D&D.

signal fog
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If you have the money for it yes @timber wigeon

lost silo
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If you are not going to play in person, the actual books are not needed at all but if you like collecting books or prefer to read a physical book and not digital then go for it

lyric fjord
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There's an online version of d&d? I had no idea.

wheat crystal
# timber wigeon Hey everyone, new to D&D. Thinking of going with Beyond and the Core Book set. I...

That will largely depend on your group and style of game you’d be looking for. For the most part, D&DBeyond is a digital toolset. Most players use it to host their character sheets online, though it does have some functionality for other aspects of play. Its forums are a decent group-finding tool and can also host text-based games. It also has Sigil, a Virtual Tabletop (VTT) that facilitates play via battlemaps, die rollers, etc though it’s often considered alright compared to similar options.

Roll20 is somewhat in the same boat. I find the character sheets UI worse but the integrated VTT better than Sigil. However, it is not mobile or mobile-browser friendly (it works just poorly). It also has functionality to play TTRPGs other than D&D if you ever want to branch out into the hobby as a whole. In my experience with Roll20 we used it for a VTT and used 3rd-party plugins to connect it to D&DBeyond which hosted our character sheets

timber wigeon
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cool thanks guys. ill think about getting both digi and physical copies as well as the Master subscription

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what is homebrew?

wheat crystal
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Broadly, anything unofficial (not published by Wizards of the Coast, D&D’s owner)

signal fog
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Homebrew isn’t recommended for new players

timber wigeon
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ah ic

signal fog
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It can be very difficult

wheat crystal
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This includes but isn’t limited to:

  • Rule changes, additions, or removals
  • Custom new content (e.g. classes, feats)
  • Unearthed Arcana / playtest content (things made by WotC for 5e but not officially published, typically to preview or get feedback on potential future content)
timber wigeon
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okay. ill just stick to Beyond then. thanks guys, been very helpful

signal fog
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Ok good luck to you @timber wigeon

lyric fjord
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What client do most people use to play online? TTS?

signal fog
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Foundry,Roll20, Owlbear Rodeo

lyric fjord
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Oh I was way off then lol, thanks!

signal fog
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There are several more

lime turret
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Or just Discord voice chat

wheat crystal
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Typically one would use a few tools to play. Using solely discord is good for text-based or theatre-of-the-mind based games.

signal fog
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I’ve noticed that theater of the mind isn’t used much anymore

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It’s actually fun to use

wheat crystal
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Yeah it is a lot rarer

lyric fjord
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I'm trying to find a local group, but online games may be a great way to get started I think. Will look into how people organize that stuff. Thanks all.

lime turret
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I don't use theater of the mind for combat unless it's super simple, but my only online game is super roleplay focused anyway.

signal fog
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There are plenty of servers out there to join and games to play

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Back in the day if we didn’t have a map drawn out on graph paper we use theatre of the mind

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This is way before computers

lime turret
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I have the joy of a dry erase mat.

wild onyx
# lyric fjord I'm trying to find a local group, but online games may be a great way to get sta...

Check the listings in #looking-for-players for games that want people, read the details, respond as appropriate and cross your fingers.

Type /looking and select the option for #looking-for-dm to advertise yourself as a new player in search of a group. Be sure to include your regular availability!

There are other Discord servers where people gather for games. You can find them in #looking-for-community .

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

signal fog
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We didn’t have that either

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Only chalk boards

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Or paper

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And we actually had to look through the books for answers to questions that we didn’t know

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Now it’s a lot easier

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I think players and DMs should know how to play DnD both ways

shut latch
signal fog
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The legends of this game call the way it’s played now the lazy way

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I believe that you will learn more about DnD the original way that it was played than now

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If you notice that on Critical Role Matt Mercer and the others still look up answers in the books instead of using DnD Beyond

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And they roll physical dice

zinc wadi
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Would dm’s be willing to take on a brand new player? I am seriously interested in playing but would like some guidance since none of my friends play.

signal fog
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Yes most DMs will take new players

lime turret
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We were all new once.

hearty escarp
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Games will often note if they accept new players, so look out for that.

signal fog
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I don’t mind having new players on my server

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I actually encourage it

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I enjoy teaching new players

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Not many people on here can say that they have played every single edition of DnD

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I have

lime turret
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There's some older editions I would love to play and some I just don't care for.

zinc wadi
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Thank you all for the encouragement I feel a lot better now but now I’m struggling to post to #looking-for-dm I filled out the form and pressed submit but nothing is happening

deft sigil
zinc wadi
blissful kite
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But with that being said, I can see it not being as fun with those that struggle more with getting a clear mental image of what they're trying to imagine.

sly mirage
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So me and my wife want to get into dnd and i like to prepare as best as i can on my own before i Look for a Group
What would u say is something i should Look up before joyning a Session to make the life of my DM easier 🙂 the only Thing i know about dnd that i Thing i might enjoy it

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timid locust
surreal flame
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I'm looking through the joinable campaigns and I have a quick question. Are the session times autocorrected for different time zones?

timid locust
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Not necessarily. But if it has a box around it like this:
<t:1753370366:F>

Then it's auto corrected.

surreal flame
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ok thanks. I was wondering what that highlighted box was

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that's a really cool function.

rough jolt
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so if you're behind full cover you can still lean and fire, right?

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So if two sides have two archers, each behind fulll cover, they can't target each other?

wild onyx
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Not as long as they both have full cover. But one might lean out to gain three quarters cover and take the Ready action to fire when they have a shot.

candid quarry
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Heya

lost silo
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Howdy blazing

candid quarry
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Hi

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Am completely new to dnd and i only know how to make a character on roll 20 but i Wanna know enough to try my first campaign

exotic remnantBOT
timid locust
lost silo
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Check out the info in the bot to help

candid quarry
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Ah alr

short sandal
candid quarry
short sandal
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Sweet that's a good start. Alot of GMs use nearly every resource available so mythology, myths it's all possible

candid quarry
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The knowledge 8 have hsould be useful then

short sandal
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Yes. Just keep metagaming to a all time low. It's taboo

fresh smelt
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Hi, how can i insert a custom species;w;

fallen surge
fresh smelt
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Thanks

blissful kite
quartz drift
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Hey, I'm brand new to dnd, and while I have a huge interest in the game, I've never actually had the opportunity to play lol, so I was wondering if somebody might be able to point me in the right direction? Anything at all would be helpful 😭

exotic remnantBOT
hearty escarp
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Welp, double whammie of bot

quartz drift
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crazy work

hearty escarp
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Check out the links in the double burger there 😄

fallen surge
limber cedar
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hi

viral coral
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It’s hard to find a game as a new player lol

shell dagger
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Hello, I am LFG for people who want to play online F2P on roll20 dm me if interested. Looking for DM and players currently

hearty escarp
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Or, rather, who clicks. It's not unlike dating in that respect.

valid garnet
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how can i put a message in the looking-for-dm chat or am i being daft? 😅

hearty escarp
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#find-a-game explains how you can post a game - it involves a command

valid garnet
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perfect thank you

bitter void
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how does artificer spell casting work?

timid locust
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Mechanically, almost identical to normal spellcasting.

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It's just flavored as utilizing magic items that you create (or something similar) to get the effects of your spell.

bitter void
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do i have to hold thieve's tools? or do i not

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You must have a spellcasting focus - specifically thieves' tools or some kind of artisan's tool - in hand when you cast any spell with this Spellcasting feature (meaning the spell has an "M" component when you cast it). You must be proficient with the tool to use it in this way

bitter void
timid locust
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For example, you can say "I cast fireball by taking out a volatile potion and throwing it at the enemy", but in reality there's no potion. It's cast exactly the same way a normal fireball is cast.

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Yes, indeed. You must be holding a focus on order to perform spells, no matter what the focus is (thieves tools, Smith's tools, etc).

wild onyx
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The tool is like a wizard's wand.

bitter void
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so if i want to use booming blade i have to hold it?

timid locust
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You couldn't use Booming Blade with a two handed weapon, correct.

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You would need to hold the weapon in one hand and hold an Artificer focus on the other.

bitter void
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i think i understand a bit of it now

fallen surge
bitter void
fallen surge
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Any item that has an artificer infusion on it will count as a spellcasting focus for an artificer, which means they can hold that instead of a set of artisan's tools

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so for example, if you are holding a greatsword that you have put Enhanced Weapon on, then that is a spellcasting focus for you, AND it can be the material component for booming blade

bitter void
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oh my

fossil shale
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What VTT would most people say I should I get first?
Been looking to join a campaign but half require vtt…I would like to join cus I believe it’ll help with my immersion or setting the scenery better for me since I’m fairly new to DnD
Perhaps top three VTT?

timid locust
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Thankfully, most VTTs are completely DM side. Your DM will pick which one you're using, and they will have everything set up for you.

trail olive
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Which VTT is irrelavent, they all serve the same purpose. It should just be visual representation for battles, most of the gameplay should be in your imagination, in your mind's eye

timid locust
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For example, if your DM is using the Foundry VTT, you don't need to prepare a single thing. They send you an invite address, and then you just join and you're good to go instantly.

hearty escarp
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Bonus: D&DBeyond Maps: Low complexity, subscription, storefront, DDB integration

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(also these are the ones I've tried, there are more like Fantasy Grounds)

blissful kite
fossil shale
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Okay but don’t I have to pay to play? Or is that just for the DM? And we play within their realm?
I’m asking mainly for money wise. I’m okay dropping cash but…ain’t trying to invest a whole bunch right out the gate ya know?
Thanks to those helping me btw!

hearty escarp
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That depends on the group. Some groups are paid, others aren't. Read the group descriptions to find out.

fossil shale
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Okay true true. Read about that

blissful kite
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Assuming they share access

fossil shale
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Thank you.

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I cant give much advice, because im 90% an in person DM/player, and when I use online VTTs I do the absolute bare minimum because its a pain to me.

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Theater of the mind hits hard. 🙃

fossil shale
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Respect

hearty escarp
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And when it comes to "realm": yes, generally you play within that groups world and that world may not share any similarities with other worlds.

But there are "settings" (like the Forgotten Realms, Greyhawk, Dragonlance and Eberron) that are like a "template" for a DM to run their game in and make it their own.

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There are setups where several DMs might run a shared world together, but that's more rare.

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bitter void
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How does artisan's tools work? Like for example Alchemist supplies

blissful kite
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@fossil shale

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They might help you with various challenges that you encouter during the adventure.

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candid quarry
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I just don’t want to do like a….uhhh? Solo text run? Or text by play?
Would like to voice or screen visuals, doesn’t have to be crazy either! That’s why I was curious on VTTs.
In person games seems phenomenal too but hard for me to uhh attain? Figured I’d join this discord and play online

hearty escarp
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If the game is pbp (play by post - text play), it will be noted in the game description. Most online games from my experience make use of voice chat as a baseline.

fossil shale
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Thank you all for the clarity

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hearty escarp
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For me it has upsides and downsides both. nod

desert marlin
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Wsg chat:3

bitter void
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can I put ray of sickness in a crossbow bolt? im level 9 artificer

fallen surge
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I'm not sure I fully understand the question, but there is no game mechanic in 5e to put a spell effect "in" a projectile or piece of ammunition

short marsh
fossil shale
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Thank you!

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jaunty sinew
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Good evening, would you be so kind and explain every class role in dnd

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fallen surge
short marsh
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Gah

timid locust
# jaunty sinew Good evening, would you be so kind and explain every class role in dnd

Put super, super simply, classes can be broken down into 3 general groups:

  • Martial classes (which like using weapons to fight)
    • Fighter, Barbarian, Rogue, and Monk
  • Spellcasting classes (which use magic to fight)
    • Wizard, Cleric, Warlock, Sorcerer, Bard, and Druid
  • Half-Caster classes (which use a mixture of weapons and magic in combat)
    • Paladin and Ranger
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I had a feeling someone would mention it dndLol . Because it isn't included in the free basic rules, and because it's a little more complicated than other classes at a glance, I try not to bring it up for newcomers unless prompted.

fallen surge
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Artificer isn't one of the core classes of the game, so we generally avoid discussing it in the newcomers channel. Though if someone has a specific question about it, we're perfectly happy to answer those questions

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Mb it was the first class I played

fallen surge
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Good on you for that. It's my favorite class personally. But it does require just a little bit of extra work to learn all the game mechanics and options for it. It probably the most complex class in the game

timid locust
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Definitely when having to contend with the illusory rules that are created by public consciousness about the class dndLol

fallen surge
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Oh yeah. I'll hold myself back from ranting about that here 🤣

signal fog
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@bitter void that isn’t allowed

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weary meadow
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I am BRAND NEW to dnd, i kinda got a understanding of the game but could someone help me ACTUALLY understand how to play?

mossy marten
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Hi! I've been a DnD player for about two years now and I know some of the basics to playing it through the DnD Beyond app. I am on a short hiatus with one of the campaigns right now but I'm looking forward to meeting some new people and get to join a campaign that I'm interested in!

lost silo
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Jibbin check out the pins on this channel for great info links

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Angel glad to hear you’ve been playing and still loving it

mossy marten
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Oh my name is Sarah actually irl but thank you!

blazing fox
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what is al

ivory wadi
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Heyo! I’m new to dnd is thereeee a specific way for me to start?

weary meadow
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lost silo
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Finick check out the pins on this channel for great info links

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The one link is for the free rules. A great place to start

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lost silo
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or the links in the bot I just triggered

ivory wadi
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Got it! Thank u both @lost silo @weary meadow

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ivory wadi
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wide flame
# ivory wadi Hahaha got it! Is there a specific book for me to learn about some stuff? Cuz fr...

You can start with the Basic Rules on D&D Beyond (one of the links in the Dyno bot). It's free so it's a good place to start. Then you can graduate to the Players Handbook for more additional player choices and content. The Monster Manual is kind of what it says on the tin - it's a reference of creatures to populate the world with. And the Dungeon Master's Guide has tips and guidelines for building a world and adventures, and running the game

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You only really need to read the players handbook as a player tbf

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I prefer when my players don't have the monster manual memorized back to front

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Makes it a real discovery when they figure out what's weak to what

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Yeah totally. The PHB is the most necessary one. The other two are kind of more for DMs

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# blazing fox what is al

AL is the main organized play for 5th edition. It has standardized rules for rewards, etc so that the characters are portable

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would solo play be viable as a new player or would it be more hassel then its worth

worn fable
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Completely different game that way

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I want to start playing Dnd but I have no idea how to start, can someone give me some advice?

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sterile magnet
random abyss
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Can I find someone online? Most of my friends are not into Dnd

sterile magnet
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Yea I mean I don't have a group rn and I'm looking for some people too

random abyss
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Thats cool! Could I play with you some time?

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Or could you show me a bit of how it works?

sterile magnet
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Sure

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I'll dm u

random abyss
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Sure!

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Im looking up character creation, its quite complex

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wicked olive
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I have absolutely no idea how to play can anyone help me

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magic crescent
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Hey I'm brand new to dnd. Does anyone have any tips?

heady field
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Have Fun

magic crescent
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Thank you

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vital sail
magic crescent
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I've already read a lot of it and am hoping I've got the basics sort of down

vital sail
# magic crescent I've already read a lot of it and am hoping I've got the basics sort of down

In that case, my tips are:

  1. Remember that DnD is a cooperative game. There is no winning or losing, only having fun.
  2. For making characters, remember that this is a team game. Don't make characters that avoid teamwork or try to antagonize others.
  3. This is a social game, so be prepared to meet many different people. If there is a player causing problems, don't be afraid to raise your concerns to your DM. If you are having issues with your group as a whole, it might be better to find a new group
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Thank you

gilded frost
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Is there a list of stuff that I should have for playing for the first time

real furnace
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Can someone explain to me the difference between a sorcerer and a wizard? I would assume warlocks use some form of dark magic, and i saw that it said sorcerers use innate magic, but would that not apply to wizards as well? Or can anyone use magic with proper study?

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real furnace
heady field
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I can try!

native thistle
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sorcerers know their spells and can just pick whatever they want from the spell lists relevant to their level, whereas wizards have to transcribe spell scrolls they find into their spellbook to learn them. their spell list is just a list of spells they are allowed to use at their level

real furnace
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Ah alright interesting. Im curious though wouldnt any class be able to be a sorcerer? Since its innate magic theyre born with i would imagine not much time or training would need to be invested aside from control.

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And thank you both for the help!^

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hey so sorry if this may be a dumb question but how exactly do we find groups when are fully new to dnd? its been years since i played(and even then that was very little), i did read through the lfg faq but i am still a bit lost!

sterile grove
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uh find a group atfter uh youve been playing- uhm im also pretty new im sorry ><

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ornate charm
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i was hoping to find a group/campaigns that are with fine new players and im definitely a bit lost for that

native thistle
# real furnace Ah alright interesting. Im curious though wouldnt any class be able to be a sorc...

heres what you need to know on that topic: magic in dnd is the result of the Weave - its basically the threads of magic itself.

wizards spend years learning how to interact with and control the weave. sorcerors have the innate ability to tap into the weave. paladins and clerics channel the magic of the weave through oaths and faith. druids and rangers attune to nature and the parts of the weave that control it. bards play with the weave through arts to control it. So not every class can be a sorceror because of the way access to the weave works, but all those classes can connect with the weave in some way

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native thistle
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Other than that the best B)

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Im joking >.>.. mostly

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I need a goth baddie

topaz garnet
# real furnace Ah alright interesting. Im curious though wouldnt any class be able to be a sorc...

Also, Sorcerers come in many varieties. Some get to be sorcerers via having a Draconic Bloodline, as dragons are inherently powerful beings with a potent connection to the magic of the world. (A dragon may not be a swirling maelstrom of pure magical energy, but they definitely have power and effects)
Some have magic from Storms. Some have magic from Wild Magic, be it a mishap with getting exposed to a magic storm or a jaunt in the feywild or something. There's even Aberrant Sorcery, there's Clockwork Sorcery, there's Divine Soul, there's a lot of different avenues for the sorcerous origin of how someone has magic that is integral to their being.

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For instance (also very new player) I heard about a subclass of sorcerer called bladesinger,who channels thru dance and their blade, it sounded super cool and so here I am, about to ask about finding a super low level game to get into to test the waters lol

topaz garnet
# real furnace Is it possible for you to give me an example of abilities a sorcerer might have ...

Sorcerers get Sorcery Points as said otherwise, but a very special thing indeed - Metamagic. Certain little powers that cost points that they can use to, say, reroll some dice that rolled low on damage, make a spell last longer, make a spell have longer range, be able to subtly cast a spell, be able to reroll a spell's attack, but most notably, Quicken - cast it as a Bonus Action instead of an Action. (Think of the BA as a... minor action, as opposed to a literal bonus action. Wonky wording, yes.)
This kind of thing, a sorcerer can do to near-any spell they have as a Sorcerer.

Other classes don't get to mess with them as much or as easily or as widely.
Wizards get a fireball and it works as is. A Sorcerer might get to choose to reroll some damage one time, cast it from further away, or cast it as a BA instead of the main Action.

Wizards get a Spellbook, and if they find spellbooks of other wizards, or scrolls of spells that also happen to be on the wizard spell list (such as finding a scroll of Lightning Bolt, which can be scribed and prepared by Wizards, whereas Cure Wounds isn't in the same boat), then they can scribe those spells down with a little time and money. Each time they finish a Long Rest, they can prepare a new list of prepared spells. Going to hell, or fighting a fire elemental cult? Ditch the Fire damage spells, grab the ones that work, Psychic damage and Force damage instead.
A Sorcerer gimmicked up with fire spells will suffer when fighting a fire cult or devils. A Wizard can change up their list each morning, studying from their book.

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weird question but which is better or easier to play for a beginner player? Sorcerer or Wizard?

candid fox
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hi

hearty escarp
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I'd just pick the one you feel most interested in and start learning how it works by reading the class.

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hearty escarp
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Sorcerers do happen get more cantrips. Overall 1-2 more than wizards in normal progression, so it isn't a big difference.

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The bigger difference is that wizards have a spellbook that contains a bigger spell selection than sorcerers, from which they have to pick the ones they prepare for each day. Sorcerers on the other hand always have all of their spells ready, but have a smaller overall selection.

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ahhhh i see !!

rough sage
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I’ve been in the server for like a year and I think I haven’t actually played dnd once lol

real furnace
# topaz garnet Sorcerers get Sorcery Points as said otherwise, but a very special thing indeed ...

That actually makes quite a bit of sense. So wizards are more diverse in the fact that they can use essentially whatever they have the will and patience to learn, although it would be static so to speak (as in they wont be able to alter the spell much) However sorcerers would be majority stuck to what they know, but can do what they know exceedingly well. Be it fire magic etc etc. Correct me if im wrong though^

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tranquil grail
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hi, im new to dnd. Can anyone help me where or how i can start or join to play?

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Do I always have to pay to join a game?

edgy onyx
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If you're looking for a game to join, check out #find-a-game which contains instructions

And there are both free and paid games. #looking-for-players only has free games

sick vale
pure forge
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Bi

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Mannnn it'd be nice to make money off of D&D, but I dont think I personally could ever charge anyone to play. I have so much fun playing that I'd feel like im cheating getting paid for it. 😂

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Paid DMing is more for people looking for a certain kind of experience instead of just playing at all.

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lost silo
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The biggest advantage to paid games I’ve personally seen is the level of commitment to a set schedule is unmatched. I’ve been doing it for a total of 18 sessions across 2 campaigns and no one of the 11 people has missed yet. My free campaigns have almost always 1-2 people per session not show up which sometimes causes cancellation all together

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But if I kept hitting those issues, I can see how people having to pay a bit to play would make them want to actually be there lol.

lime turret
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Ironically, I've had way more issues with scheduling online games than irl ones.

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Umm hi there

outer quest
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Hello, I never played dnd in my life and always wanted to. I just joined this discord server and it nice meeting you all.

young knot
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Hello are there any easy places or ways to learn dnd?

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timid locust
young knot
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Gotchu 🫡

fallen surge
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This is not the proper channel for advertising your campaign or community. Read through the #find-a-game channel for instructions on how and where to post these types of messages

fresh smelt
timid locust
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I'm going to be straightforward here: the skills and weapons list here are simply not compatible with a level 1 DnD character.

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In DnD, a player character starts off pretty weak, and with no fancy items or abilities.

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Slowly, over the course of the adventure, you level up and gain new abilities based on your class. Your DM might also reward you with fancy items or abilities as well, but that's not a guarantee.

willow cipher
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How do I choose a race, like I wanna be a druid but theres so many races and idk what should I look out for when choosing a race

timid locust
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Pick whatever you find coolest or most fun! A player's species usually doesn't have very much mechanical impact on their class.

willow cipher
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so its just choosing a look?

ornate kiln
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your race/species doesnt have a big impact on how powerful your character is overall, so pick whatever you think looks/sounds cool

timid locust
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There are some abilities that each species has, but you'll likely be relying on your class abilities far more often than any of the ones your species gives you.

plucky ridge
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Using the rules introduced in Tasha's, you can allocate your stat points for flexibly so picking a species often comes down to what you want to play and if their bonuses look appealing to you,

timid locust
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In the current rules your species doesn't even matter for your ability scores anyway!

fresh smelt
timid locust
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To achieve some of those skills at a much higher level, I'd recommend Sorcerer.

fresh smelt
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I see, thanks :)

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Some says i need to be a warlock some said sorcerer or druid

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I just got a lil confused

timid locust
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All three could work, theoretically. Out of the three, Sorcerer seems to fit the most, to me.

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I know you're really excited to play with this very specific idea of what your character is capable of doing, but I just hope that you understand that DnD isn't a free-form roleplay game. It's not a game for taking an OC with their own abilities and just plugging that character right into a game.

fresh smelt
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Yeh yeh, I understand :3

hearty tiger
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Question- can I cast infuse item and just not give the magic any direction?

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just, full rexplode larp?

timid locust
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Hm. Lots of clarification needed here.

fallen surge
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If you're referring to the Artificer's infusion feature, you have to pick one of the options for an infusion from the list. You can't just explode the item

hearty tiger
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wait, no, replicate item. Just need to find an explosive that counts as magic.

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thank you!

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timid tartan
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i’ve asked before to mixed responses, but haven’t got anywhere. Running in person D&D session 1 next week, i’ve been using a website as reference, but do own the core books.

I don’t have a dm screen yet but can get one.

Do people use a tablet for reference? a Chromebook? I want something small and portable if so.

Do i still want a DM screen if i have one?

do i just use a notepad?

help lol

main fulcrum
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You might get more answers in #dm-discussion but I'm a big fan of hard copy personally

timid tartan
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So I usually have the adventure I'm running, plus a few cheat sheets and then at least the PHB for extra reference if needed

meager mesa
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Hey guys!

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timid locust
# meager mesa Hey guys!

Saw your message in the other channel. Welcome! The best place to start is with the free Basic Rules, linked in the bot post above. As you're giving them a read, we'll be happy to answer any specific questions you have here in this chat.

meager mesa
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Okay thanks!

zenith mountain
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Hiiiiii
Im a complete newbie when it comes to dnd but i would love to get started
Hope i get to be besties with everyone

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Thank u so much everyone

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Oh hello

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I just joined

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zenith mountain
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@barren sparrow
Welcome :)

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still pagoda
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Hii im new to dnd and im fascinated by what i have been told about it. How can i start?

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still pagoda
cobalt basalt
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It’s a great character creation tool that makes the process super easy

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If you wanna use a paper character sheet though that’s cool to! Makes it a little bit harder but gives you more options cause u have to pay for a lot of character options on dnd beyond sadly

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Nothing to big tho js some species and class options

livid mural
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hey im new to dnd and im not sure how to go about character creation or joining a campaign and im unsure where to start. could someone give me some advice?

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Btw I love ur pfp

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thanks

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my main issue with charecter creation is that im not sure if im doing it "right"

cobalt basalt
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Wdym?

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one sec

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im not sure if this would be considered balanced

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also at a loss for anything related to background

cobalt basalt
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Ur privacy settings prevent me from seeing ur character sheet

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one second

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the stats confuse me

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What class are u playing?

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Or plan on

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magic is cool. so are higher beings

fallen surge
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

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Oooohhhh awesome chose! I love a good warlock however they are a bit complicated so u might have some confusion with some of their stuff but for warlocks your gonna wanna prioritize charisma

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Choice*

livid mural
fallen surge
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Yeah it looks like you didn’t use any of the official stat generation methods

cobalt basalt
livid mural
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what would be "balanced"

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Standard array.

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I would stay away from rolled stats just stick with standard or point buy

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8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 in the order you choose.

The order is the most important part to learn about.

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this any better?

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nvm cant send screenshots

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For warlock I’d probably go 15 charisma 14 con 13 12 twelve for wisdom and intelligence those are interchangeable and then 10 dex 8 strength

livid mural
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i did low con because i like the thought of a glass cannon type character

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im unsure if that is a horrible idea or not

cobalt basalt
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Spell casters are already very squishy so your gonna get that effect anyway a higher con just makes it a little more comfy

livid mural
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welp i feel like im done revising my prior mistakes

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so what now?

still pagoda
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@cobalt basalt I already created ny character how do i join a campaign?

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# livid mural so what now?

ur characters pretty good now I’d say the only thing I’d change around is maybe message and unseen servant as they aren’t the besssttt spells on the game but u can definitely still use them so replacing those id say is completely optional but just know that warlocks benefit from spells that can be upcasted (wich just means makes them stronger for more recourses) because all their spells are automatically upcasted to the highest level available to them

wild onyx
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Eldritch mind? You don't seem to have any spells that use concentration.

livid mural
cobalt basalt
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I’d say if possible any warlock should take the invocation “agonizing blast” cause it gives a ton of extra damage

livid mural
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is it somewhere else or does it have some prerequisite

cobalt basalt
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It just makes your eldritch blast deal more damage

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oh

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yeah i swapped out eldritch blast

cobalt basalt
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How come?

harsh fjord
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apperently it gave no benefit

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so i swapped it out for fire bolt and poisen spray

cobalt basalt
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I don’t know who told u that but eldritch blast is like the bread and butter of a warlock most invocations directly effect eldritch blast

livid mural
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so i took eldritch blast and now i cant find agonizing

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i feel like im looking in the wrong tab

wild onyx
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Eldritch blast is a spell. You'll want that.

Agonising is an invocation. It pairs well with eldritch blast.

livid mural
cobalt basalt
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Hmm maybe u get that at later levels. What invocations does it say you’re able to take?

hollow leaf
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Hi new to dnd 🙂

livid mural
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armor of shadows, pact of the blade tome and chain. and eldritch mind

cobalt basalt
random abyss
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helloo

cobalt basalt
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Oh you get pacts at level one?

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That’s awesome hold on

hollow leaf
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Just starting thinking about making a ranger wood elf 🤔

wheat crystal
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2024 pacts are invocations instead of its own feature

cobalt basalt
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Ok so pact of the chain gives you a little pet that you can control and it does some pretty good damage and can help with stuff pact of the tome gives you more spells and pact of the blade I belive lets u switch out the damage of a melee weapon for a another type of damage

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tome seems interesting

wheat crystal
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Agonizing Blast has a level 2+ requirement on it in 2024 as well, which is why you’re not seeing it at the moment

cobalt basalt
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Ah

wild onyx
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Right, my slightly fuller attention is available. Apologies breadman, won't have access to agonising until level 2. My mistake.

runic blaze
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Hi sorry I have no idea what I’m doing right now 😅

random abyss
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I feel you

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Im there as well

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Don’t worry it’s tad difficult to pick up but you’ll get there

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I just joined cause I’m new in D&d and… yeah

lost silo
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Those links are a great start.

livid mural
runic blaze
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Thanks so much I’ll look

wild onyx
cobalt basalt
runic blaze
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K I’m even more confused 🤣 my problem is that I don’t have a group.

random abyss
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Oh there is a channel to help you find a dm

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It can take some time thoe

runic blaze
livid mural
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is that a spell?

wheat crystal
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If you feel you have a decent grasp on the rules or just want to dive right into group finding the channel to do so is #find-a-game which contains all the info you need on using this server to find a group

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wild onyx
random abyss
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I joined some days ago and have found some groups, I just didnt have free time to join them when they had the sessions

cobalt basalt
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elementalism?

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yep

runic blaze
cobalt basalt
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uhhh its alright

cold lintel
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Hiii I’m brand new here and wanna play. I just read someone gave a link to find a group! I’ll do that also but anyone have any advice to start out?

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wheat crystal
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Elementalism’s utility is as good as your creativity and the situation you find yourself in.

cobalt basalt
harsh fjord
# cold lintel Hiii I’m brand new here and wanna play. I just read someone gave a link to find ...

Do you remember the last time you learned something new? You didn't absorb every nuance and detail all at once! That's not how we learn!

So there are multiple ways in, to my mind.

  • You could watch some games played on YouTube or Twitch just to see what it's like in action. (Podcasts also work for this purpose.) Don't expect your home game to look like a professional production, though!
  • Or play the demo.
  • Check out #learn-to-play.
  • Or you could read through the Free Rules one chapter at a time.
  • Or you could watch the Handbooker Helper videos (or WASD20's Rules School) on YouTube. Caveat: the videos are for the 2014 rules. The fundamentals are pretty much the same between 2014 and 2024 rulesets, though.
  • Or you could sign up for a learn-to-play session through the virtual weekends linked in the server's Events channel.

Take it at your own pace. No one eats an elephant in one bite!

cold lintel
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Thank you!! I’ve played twice before but never a full campaign and I watch videos often! But I joined here in hopes of finding an online group to play with

cobalt basalt
# livid mural yep

i see you chose tencers floating disk i would probably replace that with witch bolt if u do that you will have a great mix of good combat and utility spells

livid mural
cobalt basalt
livid mural
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also i already swapped disc for poisen detection

cobalt basalt
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awesome!

harsh fjord
livid mural
cobalt basalt
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well with that i think ur characters pretty good! u got some good stats spells and invocation ^^

harsh fjord
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So an important thing that gets left out of many discussions is that any character you build outside of a group is really for practice, learning what choices are available and such. I wouldn’t get too hung up on the specifics of spells or anything until you have a group and you know 1) what’s allowed and 2) who else you’re playing with and what they bring to the table. Shoring up what others lack is often a good route to a fun game.

livid mural
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gotcha

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also, where should i start when it comes to finding a group to play with

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
cobalt basalt
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btw i would suggest watching jocats a crap guide to dnd series he explains alot of the stuff you need to know really well

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some videos covering spells are also good i would suggest pact tactics or zaktact

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and then dnd shorts covers lots of stuff

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oh and u cant forget you might be a dnd he explains alot of subclasses love him

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those are some good youtbers to watch if u wanna learn more

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youtubers*

cobalt basalt
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if ur looking for something local sometimes dice shops game shops librarys or people on facebook premote their campaign

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and ofcourse you can aways just ask friends

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if u know any friends that dm u could ask if they have a slot open for a player

livid mural
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gotcha

cobalt basalt
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also lots of people who play over zoom

tame kestrel
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is there a difference between dnd Armor class and pathfinder armor class?

vital sail
short marsh
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Kinda but not really pathfinder and d&d are two systems

split kayak
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so im making a steampunk campaign as a starter, any ideas or opinions?

steady horizon
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Eberron is an official setting that is very similar to Steampunk!

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Might want to look into checking the book out! Eberron: Rising from the Last War

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Even comes with a class called the Artificer

split kayak
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is it a book?

steady horizon
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Yes for 5th edition

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Monsters, settings, factions, adventure ideas, lore, etc

split kayak
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until i can make some more money, thats not an option. thanks tho

cunning iris
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You could turn it into a setting

split kayak
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what is this setting thing?

cunning iris
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Like Middle Earth is the setting of Lord of the Rings

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One could set a dnd game in middle earth if they wanted a high fantasy game

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Just like you might set a game in… (idk a steampunk work so) Warhammer 40k for a science fantasy game

split kayak
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Oh I thought you meant the settings. I use dnd beyond and I was like “there’s a settings?”

cunning iris
split kayak
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yeah i have that, the abovevtt community is great for that

cunning iris
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You might also want to try to suggest your players play warforged, autongnomes, and artificers

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Remember you can always restrict classes that don’t fit the atheistic

split kayak
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i gave them 90 points and freedom, is this a mistake?

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one guy has an ac of 30

wheat crystal
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A 90 point point buy?

split kayak
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yeah

wheat crystal
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It isn’t strictly a mistake but likely is. A 90 point PB is over 3 times the normal amount (27) and will result in PCs far above the average for their level in terms of power

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Also not sure how that player has an AC of 30 without a lot of magic items

split kayak
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well there will be magic, but theres reasons built into the lore. the reasons being that machinery took place of magic. if you want me to i can explain it

wheat crystal
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Magic is already accounted for in the base balance framework of the game. But still, how did that player achieve an AC of 30?

split kayak
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he sent me a video of how, but also it starts at lvl 7

candid elk
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Oh I thought it was tortle monk

split kayak
candid elk
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They can get 23 Ac at lvl 1 with regular rules

wheat crystal
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That sheet is set to private

wheat crystal
split kayak
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he has a 30 into dex and ranger and barbarian

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ranger 6 barbariian one

hearty escarp
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Well if you just allow them to break the general rules there, no wonder dndLol

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Abilities don't exceed 20 normally.

wheat crystal
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Yeah that should be impossible under normal rules, even with PB since you need specific features or magic items to raise stats above 20; and PB can only buy up to 15 in any given stat

split kayak
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i let them do whatever they wanted with 90 points, so yeah no wonder indeed

cunning iris
split kayak
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huh?

cunning iris
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If you want OP PCs, do it!

split kayak
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they gonna need it, i made a tough campaign

cunning iris
# split kayak huh?

Don’t let others put you down for something your enjoying*

-# *special caveats apply

wheat crystal
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Tbh this is the newbie channel and encouraging straying away from the expected game balance when someone asks for advice likely isn’t going to be helpful in reaching their goal

split kayak
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i just told them constitution is very important anf to try and find heals

wheat crystal
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In any case it’s probably going to be difficult to give your players a fair and engaging challenge.

The immediate solution is just to arms race the monsters by buffing them up to the players’ level. It’s a double-edged sword though since even “OP” PCs are glass cannons compared to monsters. It also somewhat defeats the point of scaling the PCs up in the first place

split kayak
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i think this campaign is gonna be balanced in its own backwards way

hearty escarp
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It may be worth having a look at the CR system and how it factors into encounter building.

wheat crystal
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Balance is tricky in 5e since it’s not as simple as making sure the numbers/stats match on each side

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And it gets harder the more powerful the PCs get

split kayak
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my enemies are gonna be extremely strong to match and exceed the players, like the rogues, one of them can deal 4d8+4 damage and gives prone on top of bonus action for 3d8

wheat crystal
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That’s exactly what I mean by arms racing the players.

split kayak
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you mean making strong characters when the players are too op, giving them a fair and or really hard fight?

wheat crystal
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Having a hard fight is one thing. Arms racing tends to lead to unfair fights, due to the differences between monsters and player characters

split kayak
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what is an arms race in this sense

hearty escarp
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Since this is the new player channel, I think it's also worth emphasizing that a sense of arbitrariness and balanced fights was something that the CR system tries to solve in the first place. This is fairly involved design work and why I'd be careful with just adding numbers on both sides.

wheat crystal
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Arms racing, at least in my definition, is the inflation of monster stats, damage, etc to counter PCs

hearty escarp
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At some point your players might start wondering why they even bothered to buff their pcs up in any given field if the enemies then still have 24 AC and resist their DC 20 saves.

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If the fiction supports the monsters having those stats, fair enough. But that's advanced DMing in my mind.

split kayak
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ive made all the monsters before anyone joined. should i balnce them out some more or keep them as is

wheat crystal
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The benefit is that it’s an easy way to make fights harder. The drawback is that it makes fights more unfair and sometimes less engaging (especially when used in place of more dynamic methods of creating challenge)

hearty escarp
split kayak
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know any good ones?

hearty escarp
split kayak
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what do i do with my characters then? they cant be reused because theyre specific to the undercity

signal fog
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Start over @split kayak

split kayak
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eh, wasnt that far in anyway

wheat crystal
# wheat crystal The benefit is that it’s an easy way to make fights harder. The drawback is that...

What do I mean by unfair?

  • It can defeat PCs' investments into their build. For example, if a player invested resources into maximizing their AC and monsters continue to reliably hit them or otherwise see no benefit, they're likely to feel like they've wasted their investment.
  • It can homogenize combat. If monsters become hyper-deadly to PCs, every combat tends to boil down to a race of who can kill the other side first. These kinds of simple combats can be fine for lower levels, but the drawback is that they prevent dynamic engagement. It becomes difficult to make combats with other objectives because the best solution will always be to kill monsters first.
signal fog
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Basically what is being said is that you should balance your monsters and give your PCs more of a chance to defeat them

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If I had the time I would be glad to help you with it @split kayak

split kayak
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would you like to judge the enemies before session zero is confirmed?

wheat crystal
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You can post it in #homebrew but the advice may be the same

signal fog
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PM me @split kayak

split kayak
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pm?

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oh

signal fog
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Private message me

spiral raptor
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gmorning!

honest hollow
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G'day fellow youngsters grins

formal crater
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what are must haves as a beginner and is a dwarf cleric good?

hearty escarp
formal crater
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Okay thanks 🙂

hearty escarp
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And sure, dwarf cleric is fine. Cleric is a powerful holy spellcaster and any species will work just fine with that.

formal crater
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👍

honest hollow
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I was wondering if anyone around here uses the DND beyond tools (like maps and digital character sheets) to organise beginner sessions?

signal fog
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Mostly everyone on here uses DnD Beyond

frigid helm
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I would be curious to see the numbers on that TBH.

signal fog
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They wouldn’t be a mod on here if they didn’t use it

frigid helm
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huh?

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You have lost me a little with the Mod comment TBH.

honest hollow
# signal fog Mostly everyone on here uses DnD Beyond

Thing is, i recently emigrated and am looking to pick up playing again. it has been ages (3e) since i played and i was looking into Beyond and like the fact that it helps to break down distance / planning borders

signal fog
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Moderator

frigid helm
signal fog
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Welcome back @honest hollow

frigid helm
honest hollow
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Thanks. i bought the 2014 books in a local gaming store a few weeks before 2024 came out.. which i subsequently bought as well :p

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But peeps here play a swedish game which has a lot of similarities, hence it's hard to find D&D players

signal fog
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Well that’s a great starting point but it’s a lot of reading to do

honest hollow
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Oh, but i read on every free moment.

signal fog
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That’s great

honest hollow
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But having a "forgiving" DM to get the ball rolling again would be nice

signal fog
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Can I talk to you in PMs

honest hollow
digital juniper
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Hi

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I'm new in dnd

lost silo
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hey truck welcome

digital juniper
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Ik the basic stuff but not some complicated things

lost silo
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ask your questions here and we do our best to help

digital juniper
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So can i play on discord with friends?

lost silo
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indeed. MANY folks use Discord for voice and even video. they usually pair it with VTT (virtual table top) apps / sites like D&D Beyond and Roll20 (there are a bunch more, they are the 2 I use lol)

digital juniper
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Oh

ember sonnet
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hello

lost silo
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hello

ember sonnet
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i know like

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nothing about dnd

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ember sonnet
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alr thank you

lost silo
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this links should help

fresh smelt
steep prism
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Hi I'm new to dnd I've only done one shots

dim seal
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Ain't this the main channel for the entirety of DnD? Why does it seem decaying

lofty roost
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It's the channel for helping newcomers get into dnd

timid locust
dim seal
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Gotcha, thanks

spice estuary
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hey guys, im a newcomer and would love to learn more and have a fun time. Is anyone up to the challenge of teaching a beginner?

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sick vale
dusky plover
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Hello

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I’m newer to dnd and I would like to find some people to play with

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

devout sequoia
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do people get mad if i use ai for the chars appearance

ornate kiln
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in this server, you cant post AI images
at your table, it will depend a lot on your fellow players. some are okay with using ai, others dont like it at all

devout sequoia
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but i dont want a bad thing drawn by me

ornate kiln
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for some of my more important characters, I commission art

for the others, I usually use heroforge

devout sequoia
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imma try heroforge

fiery panther
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Is it a good idea to immediately get into a group or should I make some chars first?

ornate kiln
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its fine to make characters as practise, but generally, they wont be much use to you until you start playing (and you might need to change some of their details to fit into a game anyway)

lost silo
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Either way works. But you would need make sure any DM knew you are new

fiery panther
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Ok! Ty, I’ll try to get into a group first then, better for building my chars story

gleaming coyote
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is it alr if im going insane reading everything about learning how to play

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i wanna offer my friends to play dnd but idk how to do it online and i never had experience with dnd itself

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proud raft
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for my first campaign as a DM im thinking about having my group become monster hunters (like werewolves vampires and all that) does that sound ok?

rigid spruce
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That sounds so cool!

paper pine
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hello guys! i'm totally new to dnd, and am kinda confused by the rules and everything is so overwhelming, what do you suggest i do first?

autumn lava
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Very excited to hopefully start/join a campaign soon! Always had a fascination for DnD and I've decided to finally act upon it

lost silo
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Start with the free basic rules linked above a few messages

paper pine
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okay! thanks!

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oh i see it now.

grizzled spoke
blissful kite
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Welcome to D&D @dusky plover @devout sequoia @fiery panther @gleaming coyote and @paper pine !!! I hope you guys find all the tools you need here, and obviously ask away about anything that comes up you need help with. No question is a "dumb" in my opinion. Especially when you're new.

blissful kite
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Lots of flexibility with that in how you design the flow of things.

gleaming coyote
blissful kite
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You could have some easy to handle obvious threats to handle that are basically one shots, like "this x creature killed x person and ran off to x cave." Then you can easily have multi-session layout where there have been some killings in a town and you're coming in to investigate, track, and handle whatever is behind it. Then wherever and however early you want you could cook up some over arching plot/villain/story line. If you WANT that is. Not even necessary for all games.

blissful kite
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It can be a lot to take in, especially if you're planning on DMing.

proud raft
blissful kite
dusky flint
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Hi ! I’m new in RPG, and I wanted to know how some of you done your design for your characters ?

I thought of AI, but it’s not the best option and it steals the work of artists..
Or even drawing, but I’m not that good..

gleaming coyote
proud raft
blissful kite
gleaming coyote
smoky adder
blissful kite
# proud raft bbeg

I mean that can work just fine. Are you thinking of having them go into his domain of dread, or is he outside of it for some reason?

dusky flint
proud raft
blissful kite
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We should probably take this to #dm-discussion or something or DMs if you're wanting to talk about it more extensively.

proud raft
devout sequoia
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what's a FA

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@blissful kite

lost silo
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What is the context of FA?

devout sequoia
fiery panther
devout sequoia
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how do i find a dm tnat accepts newcomers

plucky ridge
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There are lots of DMs that accept new players. The barrier can be that there are a lot more players than DMs so finding a game can take time.

blissful kite
devout sequoia
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artilla

mellow lintel
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could someone explain how dnd works 🙏 😭

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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Those links a re a Great place to start my friend

mellow lintel
severe inlet
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Hello everyone, I am just starting to get into D&D and have a few people wanting to do a campain but non of us have ever been a DM, I have made the choice of taking it on but I am having trouble figuring out how to start. I am wanting to make homebrew monsters and already have an idea for the campaign in my head but i'm not sure how to get beyond that point. Any help would be greatly apricated. Thank you in advance

lost silo
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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
lost silo
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I will say, start with from the book monsters and keep homebrew to a minimum until you get MUCH better. I have been doing it for 35+ years and almost never homebrew monsters. I just Reskin them. so hey this beast is close to what I want so use all its stats and everything but i describe it to look like this giant Rabid squirell or whatever i want it to be

severe inlet
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Ok thank you so much, one of my friends said with the way i was wanting to make the monsters my best bet would be doing homebrew but I will give that a shot and see where it leads me.

lost silo
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feel free to dm me if you want to bounce your thought off of me and I can see what help i can offer

severe inlet
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sounds good thank you

ornate light
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Hello! So I am interested in playing DnD. I made a DnDBeyond account a year ago but never used it, as I was never able to find people IRL to play with. I know nothing about DnD and I know there is a handbook and I can make characters via DnDBeyond, but I don't know where to begin. I can't find the handbook online (aside from the paid version, but I don't have money to buy the digital/physical copy right now and don't know if there is a free version) and would like to read the rules and whatnot before creating a character so I know what im doing. Any advice?

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Theres also so many DnD books that I am having a hard time following what ones to read if I need to read any

lost silo
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There is a free rules th at we’ll help get u started

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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I am fairly certain they are all contained within those links

ornate light
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Okay so I read all of this to be able to play? 🙂 What about all the books listed on DnDBeyond

lost silo
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The free rules are also there. Anything you made your character with was from the free rules. If you join a campaign, many of the players and the DM usually have access to and share a bunch of the paid books. That will open more options to you then

ornate light
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TYSM! ❤️

lost silo
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Yw friend

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Let me know if you have more questions

ornate light
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Do vet players recommend a newbie to watch Critical Roll? I've seen clips which is what has peaked my interest

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Or is that too advanced?

ornate kiln
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critical role is a fun watch, and it can teach you some things about how dnd works. just be aware that this is not a typical table, which everyone being voice actors that are being filmed as they play. so dont expect your own games to be exactly like that.

but fundamentally, they are playing dnd

lost silo
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What omegon said

ornate kiln
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maybe be aware that Vox Machina starts with them mid game at high level, and a problematic player is in the first 27 episodes. Also the production quality is rough at the beginning

lost silo
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I’ve heard people watch it then expect that level from everyone at their table but are disappointed because 90% of us just regular folk with no entertainment background like them.

ornate light
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Oh that I completly understand that! I was just wondering where to start watching CR if I were to start.

ornate kiln
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well I would say you can start with vox machina Episode 1 if you don't mind the less enjoyable elements, or with episode 28.

or you start with campaign 2, the mighty nein

sharp umbra
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hello anyone can help me out im new and I found out about it and am really intrigued

cold mauve
exotic remnantBOT
ornate kiln
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check out the links here in this bot comment

rotund briar
ornate light
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Do you need to watch Cam 1 to watch Cam 2? Are they connected?

rotund briar
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no theyre completley seperate

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they take place years apart (ive only watch Vox machina the TV show never the campaign but I really want to!)

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well they take place in the same world, just different time periods if that makes sense

ornate kiln
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It’s only in campaign 3 that they started to heavily feature the previous campaigns

ornate light
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wait they have a TV show based on their campaine?

rotund briar
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yeah! its an animated show on prime

ornate kiln
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Legend of vox machina on prime

ornate light
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damn! Gotta get a prime free trial and binge lmao

ornate kiln
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3 seasons so far and two more to go

ornate light
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Thanks for the info friendos! I am excited to learn more about DnD in every way

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What does homebrew mean? Apperently a lot of CR is "homebrew"?

ornate kiln
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homebrew is everything that is not directly made by Wizards of the Coast. Unofficial, fan made material

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sometimes, people make a distinction between random homebrew on the internet, or stuff you made at home on one side, and 3rd party published material

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Critical Role mostly uses this homebrew :

the game world is the original creation by matt mercer (the DM) and some of his players also use subclasses that he made for the game.

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(though Exandria has been published as setting by WotC in the meantime, but its started out as entirely homebrew setting)

vast rampart
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What do i need to do to play dnd i know zero about it and i dont have friends who play it so can you play it online

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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Those links are super helpful. And yes tons and tons of folks play online

vast rampart
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Thanks

rotund briar
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Does anybody know where I might be able to find one shots for beginners (preferably free?) I'm in France and have had trouble finding ones in my time zone :/

fallen surge
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Don’t try to find one in your time zone specially. Just try to find one that’s happening when you are free. It doesn’t matter what time zone the other players are in so long as you are all available at the same time

lost silo
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i suggest posting what you are looking for by following the super easy to follow instructions in #find-a-game that way a DM that fits your needs can reach out!

rotund briar
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thank you both!

wheat junco
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Hello people — new to dnd, never played it

Just spend my days creating characters & proceeding to write short novels for back stories / world building

lost silo
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That’s pretty cool. Do you have questions we can help with?

wheat junco
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I dropped my current character into #character-discussion more or less would just love some opinions, it’s a very short version to give people an idea of the OC

As the fill story iv written sits around 9 chapters 9,000-10,000 words at the moment - but is only in its 2-3rd draft

rich blaze
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Hi I’m new and very interested in joining in a story for DnD I have some what knowledge on fantasy and role play

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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

exotic remnantBOT
primal solar
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Hi friends 👋

hollow plank
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I'm new to D&D, but have always wanted to get into it, and would love learn and maybe get into a campaign?

exotic remnantBOT
vital sail
earnest coyote
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I have a question. im using a stat block excel for sunless citadel that i found online for my first campaign with friends and in monster stat block there's PP which i don't know what is stand for so i would like to know what it is

fallen surge
main fulcrum
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Passive Perception I assume

fallen surge
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Oh that would make sense

manic locust
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hello?

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uh

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hello?

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am i the only one here

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or is there someone else

deft sigil
# manic locust or is there someone else

People come and go. Generally we ask that you don't keep pinging the chat just to see if someone comes.

You can post a question and people will respond when they are able/inclined to do so

manic locust
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ok sorry

timid locust
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Is there anything we can help you with in particular, Sam?

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We can point you towards newcomer resources or answer questions here

manic locust
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ye so im new so could you guys like tell me the rules and how to join a game and all of that

deft sigil
timid locust
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Sure.

manic locust
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hold on i gtg

exotic remnantBOT
manic locust
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be back soon

timid locust
manic locust
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back

wide flame
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sup y'all

manic locust
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ok i done reading it

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well not really entire thing

pulsar stump
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Yoo

sterile cairn
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Heyo

wide flame
# manic locust well not really entire thing

Good!

Yeah you don't need to memorize the whole thing. At the very least laying eyes on the content of the book, you might remember "oh hey, there's something in the book for that."

manic locust
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ok

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also where can i join a game

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deft sigil
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ok

zenith mountain
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Hi
I was wondering if someone with some experience would help me rate my Character
I dont wanna make him either too powerful nor too weak and in so lost when it comes to all the building

vital sail
cobalt basalt
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Or

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Js online in general

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If it’s paper take a photo of it

vital sail
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Pictures are not allowed on this channel so it would have to be sent through DMs (links are allowed)

cobalt basalt
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Yea I meant dms srry

zenith mountain
zenith mountain
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graceful trench
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Hey how could I get start in playing? Like in a one shot or hopefully a longer campaign?

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