#dnd-newcomers

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smoky adder
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Yeah, you did

junior vale
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Yayy

graceful crown
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Just got done creating a character it's been so long since I've used DND beyond 😭

spare raft
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So how do I get started with dnd?

smoky adder
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#learn-to-play has some helpful links to get you started, but did you have any specific questions about the game?

rain forum
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are you from the 808 spamandtuna

smoky adder
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I don’t know where that is, so no. 😅

river geyser
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never heard of that

rain forum
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area code for hawaii

river geyser
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ah

lilac cairn
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Hello im new

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Can anyone tell me were i can play or go?

finite cliff
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Hi!

lilac cairn
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Hello

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I'm kind a noob at this so can you tell me we're i can start my journey?

sterile forge
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hi

lilac cairn
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Hello

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Swarmkeeper interesting name

sterile forge
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Whats up

river geyser
lilac cairn
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How do you even say that

wheat crystal
river geyser
frail frost
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hello @lilac cairn im alsooo new and trying to learn dnd got any advice around?

lilac cairn
lilac cairn
finite cliff
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Honeypot and I-avoidhaircuts. Would you like to start a DnD campaign to help you guys get the idea of how DnD works?

wheat crystal
lilac cairn
wheat crystal
frail frost
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@finite cliff that would be great tbh

finite cliff
lilac cairn
wheat crystal
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Nw! Just wanna give a notice before / in case the mods step in

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abstract sail
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hello, i wanna ask whats the difference between traditional and community games?

hearty escarp
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Community games often involve a changing set of players and even DMs. They might be a shared world, such as with westmarches, or regular one shots.

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Traditional games on the other hand normally involve a single adventure with a fixed group.

elder wolf
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Can anyone dm or only specific people

hearty escarp
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Anyone can DM. It's a role that can be learned. nod

lime turret
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?newdm

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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?
shell acorn
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Wasn't sure of whom you were referring to as another was asking to show his character sheet, so it seemed you were referring to that.

Aye I'm not playing a Rogue. I've decided to just manually write up by bits on an online character doc as obviously Beyond doesn't have all the updated bits.
Cheers.

wispy stirrup
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So I'm making a human ranger right now on DnD Beyond and it says human race gives you something called Versatile. I have to choose between Magic Initiate (Cleric, Druid, Wizard), Savage attacker and skilled. Im confused as what it does for my character because i looked it up and found out it was a thing for weapons.

hearty escarp
echo kelp
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That versatile feature allows you to pick an origin feat. Magic initiate gives you some spells/casting features. Savage attacker gives you some extra damage. And Skilled lets you pick some additional skills/tools to be proficient in.

hearty escarp
echo kelp
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thanks game designers lol

hearty escarp
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yeah 😅

wispy stirrup
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Thanks guys that helped out. I'm gonna continue making arthur morgan as a dnd character now

glass narwhal
haughty thistle
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Hi guys! Im kind of new to dnd I guess? I’ve played before but our dungeon master has always said that she’s not the most experienced and I’m hoping that someone is willing to play with me some time? If not it’s totally ok!

sick vale
haughty thistle
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Thank you so much!

tawny field
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dnd seems so fun but my adhd ass can’t handle it being once a week on average like .. I’m prolly out of the mood to play and on an entirely different sleep schedule by then 😭

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exaggeration but still

lime turret
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Join a one shot or something, idk man.

west thunder
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How do I get my character's appearance to be in the appearance tab? is it like copy the picture and the paste it to the tab in the character sheet?

fresh fable
west thunder
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And about the character appearance, if I were let's just say to take some picture from let's just say Pinterest, where should I add the link and (if I can find it) the artist's name? For the picture's source of course.

weak ledge
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@west thunder Dya mean for using a generic picture that represents your character in a Virtual Table Top?

west thunder
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I suppose

weak ledge
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there is Heroforge

west thunder
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Ooo

weak ledge
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you could create a dude and then take screens

west thunder
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Aye thx man

weak ledge
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I've made a Firbolg Druid for mine 😄 I can't post it in this channel I don't think 🙁

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yeah just take some general shots and maybe some close ups for battlemap tokens etc

weak ledge
echo kelp
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Please use the Looking For Game channels to solicit/organize games. It’s off-topic in our normal discussion channels. See #find-a-game to learn how to use our LFG channels. Thanks!

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topaz rose
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it is I

obtuse flume
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Hello everyone. Very new and rookie newcomer here. I have been roaming around D&D for a while now, but never actually had the chance to do a proper play myself (played a lot of D&D video games though). I was wondering what you guys would recommend as the easiest way to get in. I do have a D&D Beyond account, but not sure if I should aclimate myself to VTT, Sigil, Roll20 or any other one. Currently discovering this Discord and seems to be a great place to get in. Any suggestion is most than welcome. Thanks!

timid locust
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No sense in trying to get used to a Virtual Table Top program (VTT) before you've found a group to play with yet! If your DM decides you'll be using Owlbear Rodeo, for example, you'll have spent all that time clicking around in Sigil for nothing.

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If you feel like you already have a good understanding of the basic rules, really the next step is to get started looking for a group! You can use #find-a-game to get your search started on this server.

tiny thistle
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DM/player checking in!

obtuse flume
timid locust
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Sure, there's no problem with playing online! Honestly, I think I can pretty safely say that most DnD is played online these days.

obtuse flume
rain sapphire
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Hello

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I'm new to this

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can anyone help me how to play and set things up in the server?

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timid locust
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I'll give both of you the same advice! 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.

rain sapphire
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Sure thanks

obtuse flume
abstract sail
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Hello, im pretty confused as to how i should fill in the character appearance portrait. is there a program that lets me do that or do i just draw it myself (im bad at drawing).

timid locust
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Technically you don't have to fill it out at all. If you have a good reference picture, that works. But if not, no worries. It's just to give you/your DM/your fellow players an idea of what your character looks like.

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I can also recommend websites like hero forge, which can help you build a visual of your character.

abstract sail
hot panther
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i was making statblocks for the campaign but i noticed the [STR 1] on the attack, what exactly am i supposed to add in that case?
(Unarmed Strike. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: [STR 1] bludgeoning damage.)

smoky adder
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Of course, a monster might use their own rules for an unarmed strike.

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lyric fjord
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Hello

lime turret
lyric fjord
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Ok

safe knoll
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hi

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Hi. I'm a Gen X player from Canada in the Eastern time zone (same as NY, NY USA) ...

I've been off and odd with gaming, some personal health and other things...

body and brain is a bit rusty here, trying to get myself into gear to game a little more, maybe more this fall, until the spring, before the weather is really nice here for a few months to be outside, etc...

I'm interested in 5e and 5.5e ...I have some character 'types' I can tweak for games on short notice sometimes... My memory isn't always great for spells, sometimes I forget/ have to check up rules again...

I am interested in playing with new players, especially, for the updated 5.5e / 2024e dnd ... possibly using dndbeyond's tools more , and hopefuly... learning with other new players as they play online as well, with the tools hopefully assisting in checking rules faster, etc... rolls, etc...

I might try to run The Lost Mines of Phandelver (the old starter set, 2014/ 5.0e dnd) I have the physical set, and the digital resource on roll20, the hope being this would be a good module for me to ... learn and practice gm'ing on... I might like to play it, possibly multiple times, if there are people who are running it, to try it out as a player, first... maybe even help a gm who is running it out, get a taste for the software and the logistics of running games.

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I am also interested in ... the Curse of Strahd campaign, Ravenloft... but this is one where I will be looking for a good fit for me as a player, with the gamemaster, and other players.

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I like one-shots a lot...sometimes...

I've been mostly playing lower level characters... sometimes I just can't even rremember my own characters well enough, to play them... very ... well just slowing games down, forgetting a lot,,, even with character sheets with it all written down...
i hope my brain gets better at this, but either way, I can play simpler characters etc and with a fun group, it's still a good time.

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if the link is not ok I can get rid of it, the point of putting ithat way is just to stop... sort of ... visitng ... things that scrape data... from auto-entering it into databases...

for things that don't really care who I am as much as just sort of 'mass harvesting/ selling' etc info... just make that a little less easy for simple systems to do that when I find it makes it hard to sort out some of wehre... messages are coming from sometimes... thank you ☘️

echo kelp
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Please make sure to use our Looking For Game channels if you’re trying to solicit/organize or find a game. Soliciting/organizing games outside of those channels is off topic and not permitted. Please see #find-a-game to learn how to use those channels. Thanks!

vagrant flax
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Best free dnd campaign one shot

plucky ridge
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D&D Beyond has free adventures you can download and run

eternal sluice
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I'm really wanting to become part of the D&D world. How do I start, guys?

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timid locust
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timid locust
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If you're looking for players, use the link above to learn how to post an advert on this server, or check the list of players who have posted adverts themselves.

teal cave
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hello!! Im new here, interested in starting dnd, does anyone know where to find partied, have tips on wich campaign, let me know!!

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vital sail
rain kite
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I’ve played DnD for a while now and am currently trying to make a dragon ball class and some dragon ball races

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haughty thistle
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I’m sure we’ll both find something soon!

weak ledge
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Aye true 😄 I'm working through the Players handbook in the mean time to kinda prep

dreamy burrow
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Hi guys, I am very new to d&d. Like, I have only heard about it and don't know anything about how to play. I have made a character though, and I hope I did well.

wheat crystal
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delicate magnet
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hi! i’ve never ever played d&d before, and i have veryyyy little knowledge on how to play or where to even start, ive always been interested in playing but no one that i know irl plays!! all of my knowledge, tho it isnt much, is from watching dimension 20 😭😭

dreamy burrow
dreamy burrow
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That's how I feel

weak ledge
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I'd start with the Players Handbook. That's what I'm starting with.

It breaks down a lot, including how to generate a character using die etc

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If you scroll up thought, there's some links posted

dreamy burrow
weak ledge
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well there's free pdfs around

dreamy burrow
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I will look into that

weak ledge
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which allow you to also CTRL+ F search stuff

pure mist
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Hello

dreamy burrow
wheat crystal
pure mist
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I'm newcomer in DnD

dreamy burrow
dreamy burrow
pure mist
wheat crystal
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Otherwise if you've made it some other way like on PDF you can upload it to a trusted filesharing site like Google Drive and post the share link to that

pure mist
pure mist
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site gives me Empty pdf

dreamy burrow
wheat crystal
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pure mist
wheat crystal
# pure mist How can i

For point 1, in the character creator there will be a spellcasting tab where you can set the spells you have prepared.

For point 2, on the inventory page you can click the black box that appears next to each item's name. Keep in mind it will let you equip as many items as you want (e.g. 2 sets of armor, 3 weapons, etc) so just make sure you're manually checking what you have/can equip

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As an exception, I usually recommend players equip all their weapons at once on their digital sheet just so they can see all their attack options, then manually/mentally keep track of which weapon they actually have out at any given moment

pure mist
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Can you look that again?

tranquil thunder
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Honestly the best way to understand how to play a game is either watch long video of how to do ur sheet, how to perform in battle, how to generally live and not to die or just play baldurs gate 3 :/

pure mist
tranquil thunder
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Ur the player

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U have narrator

dreamy burrow
whole flax
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I made a character on dnd beyond, I was wondering how I could join someone's campaign? I played a bit of (40 hours) of Baldur's Gate.

tranquil thunder
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And you using dice to decide ur faith

jade brook
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Hello

wheat crystal
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pure mist
wheat crystal
wheat crystal
# dreamy burrow D&d beyond

To set the character to public, the privacy settings will be on the first page of the character creator towards the bottom.

On the final character page the share button will be in the upper right near the long/short rest buttons

dreamy burrow
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Tell me what I did right and wrong

wheat crystal
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So everything looks fine except for the stats

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What method did you use to generate them?

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In addition as a Rogue you should have Dexterity as your highest stat, not Int/Wis

pure mist
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wheat crystal
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#find-a-game has the instructions & commands to make a post there

pure mist
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Thanks

pure mist
wheat crystal
pure mist
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do i need to delete it and wait for 8 days or there is another method?

wheat crystal
fossil shale
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Swapping weapons cost action?
Could I hit with a warhammer first round. Sheath warhammer
2nd round take out javelin and attack with that

hushed goblet
fossil shale
main fulcrum
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That's not true in 2024 rules

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You can draw or stow a weapon as part of each attack in the Attack action. You also get 1 time limited object interaction per turn unrelated to attacks

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Even 2014 rules gave you 1 free object interaction per turn

oak belfry
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Hello apologies if this is an over asked question. Just wondering on how to get into DND as a beginner. None of my friends are interested and was hoping for a group to join

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echo kelp
jolly widget
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I have a question cause I’ve been told multiple things for stats do you
A: roll a d20
B:roll 6 d6 and remove the lowest one

edgy onyx
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Roll 4d6, drop the lowest roll

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Alternatively you can use Standard array, or point but, the latter being the most common one used

lime turret
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Or ask your DM because they may have different ways of doing things.

edgy onyx
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Yeah that's the #1 thing. Doesn't matter what the nethods are if your DM uses something else, and the DM will ultinately decide from the base rule methods which to use

But to be clear the ones I mentioned are the methods actually in the rules of the game

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fervent zinc
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Hello I am very VERY new to DnD and I don't know where to start so how can I a game fore newcommers

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lost silo
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Those bots have great info to get ya started 😊

pallid zinc
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As somebody who is totally new to DnD i just started my first session. I love roleplaying and I feel like I am more willing to make risks than most new players potentially how does one get into DMing? I think it would be really cool to play that side of the story

fresh fable
lime turret
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?newdm

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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?
harsh fjord
# pallid zinc As somebody who is totally new to DnD *i just started my first session. I love r...

The advice above is good: you need players and you need an adventure. A prewritten is recommended so you can develop the skills to run the game. Getting deeper into the weeds of planning and design can come later.

If you want to be better prepared, I'd suggest the resources below.

This guide is a good intro: https://howtogm.guide/

There's a whole section for DMs in the Basic Rules: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024

The first handful of videos from Matt Colville's "Running the Game" YouTube series has a bunch of pragmatic advice: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlUk42GiU2guNzWBzxn7hs8MaV7ELLCP_ You don't need to watch all 100+ videos! Watch a few, absorb their content, see if you wanna keep going. If that's too much, check out Ginny Di's intro to DMing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCKO6LuXYWE

signal fog
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@pallid zinc if you are still here another thing you can do is join servers that the DMs will allow you to watch and see how they DM and you might catch on that way

urban rose
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How do I make a post in looking for dms?

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And also, how should I adjust the score calc?

harsh fjord
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Type /looking and select the channel you want to post in.

teal cave
urban rose
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I actually watched smosh plays lmao

timber lichen
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Is this the place for finding a game?

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fallow dagger
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hey guys

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how are yall doing?

lyric fjord
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What is array and how do I access it?

sleek dust
lyric fjord
timid locust
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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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urban rose
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How do I sort the score calculations?

timid locust
urban rose
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Calculations, including the base scores you set above and any modifiers, are found below. You can also override any automatic calculations or modify them under each ability summary.

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I don't really know how to deal with this

timid locust
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That sounds like a specific function of DnD Beyond.

At a basic level, you take the Standard Array of scores (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, and 8) and you put one of each of them into one of your Abilities.

So, for example, if you're a Wizard you really want a high Intelligence. You'd assign the 15 to your Intelligence score. Then, you'll have to decide where to assign the 14 next, and then the 13 after that.

urban rose
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Right I've assigned that but there's 'other modifier' and 'override score' and I'm confused about that

timid locust
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Those are options if you get items or abilities that give you specific bonuses, for example. You don't need to worry about them.

urban rose
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Ahhh okok thanks

echo crypt
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I’ve only played DnD once, hardly did any sessions before my group broke apart. So I don’t have much experience

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I have been listening to podcasts on some DnD

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but like thats not as fun as playing

main maple
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I've never played DND and just wanted to know
How do I get started?

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main maple
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Okay thanks!

sick vale
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I would recommend working out the most common term and how at least 1 class works
I would recommend making a barbarian fighter or rouge as a first character

daring aurora
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Hello, new to this D&D stuff and was wondering could offspring of a human and a demon count as a tiefling?

nova spoke
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Tiefling are literally just that

main maple
nova spoke
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Humans with any varying amount of a demon lineage

daring aurora
nova spoke
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Both count as Tiefling.
You can consider your half-demon Tiefling more powerful as flavor, if you want to

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But Tiefling is Tiefling

sick vale
# main maple How do I find a party?

There are looking for game things on this server if u want a online game
If u want something in person there's probably a game shop near you (basically anywhere that sells dice might have a game)

main maple
wet crater
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Hello! Is there a channel to send invites or ask people to play? I'm a newcomer and just yesterday finished character creation in D&D Beyond

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dreamy burrow
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Any other very new players like me want to start a campaign together? I don't want to be the dm btw. I also still need to read the hand book

daring aurora
chilly kettle
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Hello!

Hope everyone has a fabulous day! I really like dnd and want to learn and play it. But the problem is I have no idea on the how's?

I want to learn and be able to play online so how do I do that exactly?

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timid locust
wet crater
lavish carbon
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Hello, I am new here an I did not have oppartunity to play D&D, because I have not any frends, but I have a bit experience of playing in RPG videogames. Would I play for example to simple plot? And where can I play without familiar people online?

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pulsar ferry
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Hello!
I'm not new to D&D but I am new to DMing and was recently asked to start a couple campaigns for work. I'm reading through some of the #dm-world-building resources but thought I'd introduce myself and get to know other DMs as I learn this process. MinaWave

peak wharf
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I've literally never played a dnd campaign in my life and have no clue what anything is but it sounded cool

manic burrow
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It is very cool and fun

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timid locust
manic burrow
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Main question: do you have an imagination?

peak wharf
manic burrow
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LITERALLY ANYTHING but mainly about role-playing and fighting monsters

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Like, what's ur favorite book

timid locust
# peak wharf What is dnd abt?

The very first link in that post I referenced explains it pretty well! There's also an online demo of how DnD is usually played linked right afterwards.

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Put into the simplest terms, DnD is a collaborative storytelling experience. The Dungeon Master (DM) describes a scene, the players describe what their characters do in that scene, and the DM tells them what happens when they do it. Rinse repeat!

Sometimes, either in combat or doing challenging things, your DM might tell you to roll dice in order to see if your character is successful.

For example, if you want to sneak by the enemy guards, you'll roll a 20-sided die (called a d20) and add some extra numbers based on your character's stats. If the total is high enough, you succeed! In that case, the guard doesn't notice as your character creeps by.

peak wharf
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Ok

sweet ferry
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Hiii, I'm new to DnD and I know what you basically do, but I've never ACTUALLY played before. I've been wanting to for a year but never found a table online or irl. I might need a bit of help.

manic burrow
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Ok bro the beginning of your message is almost definitely AI

fallen surge
civic ledge
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I’ve been interested in D&D and definitely don’t have a pound of dice but I’ve never played

sweet ferry
manic burrow
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Sorry not you

peak wharf
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Wait what are server name requeistments

manic burrow
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I meant DOSH BONES

sweet ferry
manic burrow
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Np

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I was literally editing my message to make it more clear who I was talking about

civic ledge
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How do I play D&D?

unique hazel
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Hello evrybody

manic burrow
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Hello

fallen surge
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DOSH is one of the most active and helpful members of this server. I don't know why you felt the need to accuse them of using AI to write their post, but that both quite rude and absolutely false

unique hazel
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I am an ally that's why I put this my pg has 2 moms in honor of my lesbian bff

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manic burrow
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Ok I get it but like I looked up the exact question he was asked and got the same exact answer

sweet ferry
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@manic burrow is it possible you like Hannibal...? 😼

manic burrow
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Who is hannibal?

sweet ferry
manic burrow
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Ok

fallen surge
manic burrow
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Ok ok sry

fallen surge
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ANYWAYS, welcome to the huge influx of newcomers! There was a lot of questions asked all at once. The bot post above is a great resource for getting started. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask them in this chat. We are more than happy to help you all dndApprove

manic burrow
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That's the simplest explanation I can think of

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lime turret
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@civic ledge Look at this stuff if you’re not already.

vagrant pumice
vagrant pumice
shy geode
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#dnd-newcomers #learn-to-play hi i need help with my dnd character build i know exactly what i want my character to do but i jus need help trying to translate it into dnd character sheet terms so please sos help

dire fossil
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what you want your pc to do

twilit kestrel
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I don’t know if this has been answered yet or not but it’s been on my mind and idk if I should ask it here, how come there’s no one in dnd who has undead characters like zombies or skeletons or something. Is it because it’s not a thing or just not recommended?

dire fossil
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theres multiple subclasses focussed on undead creatures

fallen surge
twilit kestrel
manic burrow
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Im sure you could play one as a race like kitty said

dire fossil
shy geode
dire fossil
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being undead as in the character type is not for pcs as it has many uique interractions

fallen surge
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Well, none of the playable species in the rules have the undead creature type, but there is a species called "Reborn" which is meant to be a person that's come back to life from the dead

shy geode
twilit kestrel
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Ohhh ok

flint fox
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is there any groups i can join that are welcoming new players?

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frail yew
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Dm me for a cool chill dnd group

shy geode
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@frail yew

edgy onyx
shy geode
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well he got me from this one lmao 🤣

tribal plinth
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Should I tell my players the enemy abilities?

edgy onyx
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Though also can depend on the ability / feature

arctic acorn
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Most DM's won't even give you anything other than that fire doesn't affect or anything similar after using said ability or spell on the enemy.

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But if you want to say it that's also fine. Just don't tell the players everything that the enemy has.

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After all I am assuming most of the time the players won't be super well-acquainted with the enemy.

lost temple
# tribal plinth Should I tell my players the enemy abilities?

I will generally tell people what something does after they have seen it, the spell save DC is 15, because you failed by more than 5, this happens, Rachel because you succeeded it only does half damage and you get no condition.

Or if it's inherently obvious that the fire elemental probably won't take damage from fire bolt, your wizard has 18 intelligence even if you don't.

Maybe hinting at saving throws by specifying an enemy is small and incredibly nimble.

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I have given the wizard who likes to know these things the feat that lets them do it as a bonus action and the give out actually useful things. There best saving throw is charisma etc.

lyric fjord
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Is there a specific website to use to make characters or is there a pamphlet that I have to print??

echo kelp
lyric fjord
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Ooo ok

echo kelp
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Please note that you'll be limited to the free basic D&D materials unless you own D&D books that provide additional character options

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That said you can play D&D just fine with the free materials - the books just provide more options.

lyric fjord
echo kelp
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And I'd defintely recommend play the game first with the free stuff and then decide if you like it enough to invest in the books.

lyric fjord
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Ok,is there anything important to know besides the rules??

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The server rules I mean

echo kelp
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Well we don't host games on this server but you can look for a game in our Looking For Game channels - see #find-a-game for more info.

fresh sierra
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I'm a newbie don't hit me with the funny stick please

echo kelp
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No funny sticks, just the free rules 😉

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fresh sierra
echo kelp
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Nice!

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This channel is to help new to D&D folks get help starting with the core game mechanics and rules.

fresh sierra
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carmine glade
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kinda stupid question but are there any necromancy spells in dnd? i really wanna make like a wizard character whos really good at necromancy

plucky ridge
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Yup there are. Wizards also have a Necromancy subclass.

carmine glade
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thanks!

gentle abyss
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hey everyone! Never played a game of D&D but I'm really wanting to start. Ideally I'm looking to play with people in a play by post fashion. I read that these are setup for people who don't have consistent schedules/busy lives. Any idea where I can start looking?

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onyx raptor
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Does the Greataxe Cleave Mastery applay Barbarian Rage Damage ? It only says i dont add my Strength

hearty escarp
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Cleave allows you to make a second attack, so if that attack is made using Strength and deals damage, you get the usual rage bonus

floral light
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Hello!! Very new to DnD! Sort of...! I read lore and mechanics for a while now, had friends who also discussed their characters and adventures with me, but otherwise, yeah, first time I decide to try out DnD myself!

errant shadow
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Hello. I've never played D&D before. I also know very little about the official rules. I hope that i get the hang of it fast!

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tiny thistle
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Super simple to get started

sick vale
# exotic remnant

@errant shadow this post has alot to get you started
The game has a lot of rules for free so u don't need to have the books if you don't want to

errant shadow
surreal estuary
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Hi, im a completely new player and have never touched the game before, but have heard abt it alr and i am very interested to play! Any class recommendations or races?

echo kelp
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Whatever you like and fits in your groups' game/world/setting

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Spellcasters can be a bit more tricky to learn/handle but honestly, pick what excites you and run with it.

surreal estuary
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hmm, but i really know almost nothing about the game and the mechanics.

echo kelp
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Check out the bot post here: #dnd-newcomers message
Or the pinned messages.
It includes a link to the free basic rules for D&D.

surreal estuary
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Tysm!

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Btw im thinking wizard with dwarf?

echo kelp
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Sure! Dwarf wizard sounds fun!

surreal estuary
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ty!

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Because Dwarves can take a lot of damage and wizard who is out of spell slots won’t be rendered helpless.

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That's what i heard

echo kelp
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Uh... maybe check the D&D free basic rules

surreal estuary
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ok

lime turret
surreal estuary
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oh

sick vale
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Some Dwarfs do naturally have more health because of their race (1 more per level I think but I can't remember which type gets it) which is useful on wizards which have the least health of any class
Wizards are like the most spell based class though

surreal estuary
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so what should i do

wheat crystal
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Dwarf Wizard is a perfectly viable option

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To specify what its_fuwy said, the 2024 version of Dwarf (the one included in the Basic Rules) increases their health by 1 per character level.

surreal estuary
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ooh

wheat crystal
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skyblade is likely referring to older versions of Dwarf, of which only the Hill subrace had that HP increase

snow apex
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In 5e hill dwarves get an extra 1hp per level, idk about 2024 (haven't played it)

snow apex
sick vale
snow apex
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Once played in a game where we just did max hp per level, rolled an 18 +2 for 20 con at lvl 1, hill dwarf, barbarian, and took the tough feat at lvl 4, had 100 hp at lvl 5

surreal estuary
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do any of yall know any spells and what do they do???

echo kelp
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Let’s keep things newcomers focussed

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Yes there’s a list of spells in the free rules

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They do what they say they do

hearty escarp
surreal estuary
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ty

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Is cleric a viable option?

hearty escarp
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All classes are. It depends on what you want to be good at. Clerics excel at supporting their teammates.

surreal estuary
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Then what does wizards excel at?

hearty escarp
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They get a spell book which can hold a large selection of spells for them to choose from after each long rest. They're the quintessential master of spells.

snow apex
hearty escarp
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UndyingNoob asked us to keep things newcomer focused please.

surreal estuary
surreal estuary
wheat crystal
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I would not recommend PvP nor antiparty behavior like friendly fire

surreal estuary
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what are martial players?

wheat crystal
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"Martial" largely refers to characters whose primary method of attack is some form of physical weapon like swords and bows

snow apex
surreal estuary
surreal estuary
snow apex
surreal estuary
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And is there some important spells that i should consider?

surreal estuary
snow apex
surreal estuary
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btw tysm for all the help!

hearty escarp
surreal estuary
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oo tyty

surreal estuary
snow apex
snow apex
wheat crystal
# surreal estuary So the DM just tells us that we get an spell?

Yes and no. By default as a level 1 Wizard you get a few cantrips (level 0 spells) and 6 level 1 spells of your choice, as long as they're all on the Wizard spell list.

Every level up you can learn 2 more of your choice following certain restrictions. The first is that they have to be on the Wizard spell list, as before. The second is that they have to be of a level you can cast (e.g. A Wizard cannot learn Fireball until level 5).

Wizards, as punks has said, have the special ability to copy certain spells they find (typically in the form of scrolls) into their spellbook as a way to get extra spells outside of leveling up. What spells become available via this method is up to the DM.

The link Deva provided has more detailed info.

surreal estuary
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oooh, so the max limit of spells is 6 and i can change 2 on lvl up?

wheat crystal
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No, you get 2 more for a total of 8 (not counting any spells you may find along your adventure and copy down)

snow apex
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No, you start with 6 in your book, and get 2 more every time you level up

sick vale
# surreal estuary ?

Fireball is an 3rd level spell that has an aeo effect where it lands
They where making a joke about some wizards casting it weather there teammates are there or not

snow apex
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Yes

surreal estuary
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is there any lvl 1 spells i should definitely use?

surreal estuary
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thanks @wraith sand and @snow apex

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ok

snow apex
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Wizard is my fav class, so I know most of everything about it (take this with a grain of salt)

wheat crystal
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In my opinion the 2-3 staple level 1 spells a Wizard should have at level 1 are:

  • Shield
  • Absorb Elements
  • Mage Armor
    The other 3 are up to you. As a general recommendation I say you should have at least 1 offensive and 1 defensive/utility option per spell level you can cast.
surreal estuary
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is there a cooldown for the spells @wheat crystal ?

snow apex
snow apex
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Cantrips don't cost a slot and can be cast as many times as you want in a day

surreal estuary
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Is there any good offense spells????

surreal estuary
snow apex
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100%, cantrips are pretty good at lower levels, firebal is pretty nice once you can get it

snow apex
surreal estuary
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ooh

snow apex
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Oh their damage scales as you level aswell

wheat crystal
# surreal estuary is there a cooldown for the spells <@315944056419123200> ?

I will caveat this beforehand and say that everything after this paragraph doesn't really apply to cantrips, since they work a little differently.

Cooldown is not entirely the correct term. Spellcasting is a little funky compared to say, Mana in video games. A Wizard can have a huge number of spells in their spellbook, but can only prepare so many a day (think of it like selecting your loadout/card hand from an an entire deck).

After that, a Wizard can cast as many spells as they have appropriate spell slots for it. At level 1 you can prepare 4 of your 6 spells, and you have 2 level 1 spell slots for which to cast them. You could cast, say, Shield twice, or Shield and Absorb Elements, etc.

snow apex
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Oh they changed how many spells you can prepare in the 2024 rules? Good to know

sick vale
surreal estuary
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Is there any info about the stats and everything like that bcs i have no knowledge of that

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tysm @snow apex and @wheat crystal

wheat crystal
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There are sometimes other limiters on spells that prevent you from spamming them back to back. One of the big ones is consumed material components. Some spells require you to have specific items on hand to cast, and a subset of those consume those items in casting. Obviously, if you have only one or a few of those items on hand you're limited in how many times you can cast the spell until you have to buy/find more of said components.

See here for an example spell, Continual Flame, which consumes ruby dust worth 50+ gp:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/spell-descriptions#ContinualFlame

hearty escarp
wheat crystal
hearty escarp
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Oh wow, sorry about that misping.

wheat crystal
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Nw haha

sick vale
surreal estuary
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Thank you all

floral light
#

Hey guys! I looked around the rules and guides but I'm a bit unsure!

Is there any channel in this server that has postings to join campaigns, or where I could maybe post information of myself so someone could maybe invite me if they are interested?

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floral light
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Thank you!! appreciated!

inland zealot
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hello im ne to dnd so can sombody help me make a dnd character?

fallen surge
inland zealot
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no

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fallen surge
# inland zealot no

Then you should start out by looking through some of these resources. The "Basic Rules" are right under the section that says "Quick Links." Chapter 1 of the basic rules explains how to play D&D, and then chapter 2 is a guide to making a character

inland zealot
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ok thanks for the help

ember bluff
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Hey, I have a question. I don't really get how preparing/choosing spells and the whole system works. You choose a set amount from which you can prepare a set amount everyday?

fallen surge
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Well, the way that preparing spells work is slightly different for each class. What class are you thinking of playing as?

ember bluff
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Cleric!

fallen surge
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Ok so, every time you finish a long rest, you can look at the entire list of cleric spells, and pick a certain number of spells from that list to prepare. The spells that you prepare are the ones that you are allowed to cast that day. Your spell slots keep track of how many time you can cast those spells.

I'll just make up some numbers for an example. Lets say there are 15 1st-level cleric spells, and you can prepare 5 of them. You pick the 5 spells you like the best, and those are the ones you can cast that day. Now lets say you have two 1st-level spell slots. That means you can cast 2 spells that day. Each time you cast a spell, you pick one of the 5 that you prepared, then expend a spell slot to cast that spell. You can cast the same spell more than once if you want was well. So long as you have spell slots to spend, you can cast any of the spells that you prepared

muted tulip
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I'm trying to make a Half-Drow character and I don't have a subspecies option to choose Half-Drow with the Half-Elf race. How am I suppose to make a Half-Drow?

ember bluff
fallen surge
muted tulip
fallen surge
muted tulip
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Nvm I found it the guide book

timid locust
# muted tulip Wdym?

He means that the Drow Half Elf isn't a free species option. You'll need to purchase the book Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide in order to use it.

Alternatively to purchasing the book above, you could also pick the Elf option in the free rules and just say you're a Half-Elf. You can pick Drow as a legacy option under Elf.

fallen surge
# muted tulip Wdym?

There are lots of player options in books other than the Players Handbook. Sometimes you have to buy other books to have access to additional content. The book titled "Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide" is the book that has the official version of the Drow Half-Elf species

muted tulip
fallen surge
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Yes, that book is available on various digital platforms, including D&D Beyond

muted tulip
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Alright

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Can I get a link to that guide book, the one I'm looking at doesn't say it adds the Drow Half-Elf

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It mentions feral tiefling which isn't what I'm looking for

timid locust
fallen surge
muted tulip
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But how do I but it digitally, I don't see an option for that

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Or do I need to add it to cart first?

fallen surge
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I don't know for sure what you are looking at, but this is a link to the digital book on D&D Beyond's marketplace

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I actually don't think they sell physical versions of this book anymore, because it is quite old and some of the content in it is out of date

muted tulip
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I'll buy the book tomorrow which is when I get paid

modest plank
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Completely new to dnd how do I get started?

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timid locust
modest plank
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Damn that's just the basic rules haha

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Btw do you guys host online dnd sessions here? Is there something I need to purchase or anything like that?

pale heron
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Saw a campaign in youtube and decided its time i give dnd a try. I wanted to for the longest time now. But only just had the motivation after seing that particular video.

ornate kiln
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strictly speaking, everything you can buy for dnd is optional to playing the game

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dice, rule expansions, campaigns, miniatures etc. are all popular, but you dont really need them

pale heron
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Question, how do you keep track of combat if the game is online?

main fulcrum
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Usually the group uses some sort of virtual tabletop

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Like roll20 or owlbear rodeo. Though it's possible to just do it over Discord

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Games aren't played here and it's up to the preference of the DM generally

pale heron
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Are those apps i need to download?

main fulcrum
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No. They're usually run on your computer browser

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Though Discord does work fine as a phone app too

prisma fjord
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hey , guys new here nice to meet you

fallen surge
# modest plank Btw do you guys host online dnd sessions here? Is there something I need to purc...

This server does not host any games, though we do have LFG channels that can help you find a group to play with. But once you have a group, you'll need to organize when and where you'll play amongst yourselves.

As for whether or not you need to purchase anything, it is definitely possible to play the game for free. The Basic Rules includes everything you need to know to play the game. You'll need dice and a character sheet, but those are both available online for free. The main purchases you may want to do in the future are additional character creation options. The basic rules has 12 of the 13 classes, and only 1 subclass for each. Purchasing other sourcebooks will give you other character options

modest plank
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Great, thanks

modest plank
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How do I post in looking-for-dm?

versed valley
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Hey everyone
I'm new here and I have no idea what I'm supposed to do. I've been hearing about DnD for a while and I'm interested in playing

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timid locust
strange thunder
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Which Barbarian subclass is best for tanking rather than just hitting really hard (not that I mind hitting really hard)?

timid locust
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All Barbarians are great at taking damage, but the Zealot, World Tree, and Ancestral Guardian are particularly hard to take down

strange thunder
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If it's my first time playing a tank character, do you recommend Fighter or Barbarian? I like them both.

versed valley
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hi please. what's a multiclass charcter?

fallen surge
fallen surge
versed valley
fallen surge
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Sort of. This isn't really something you should do as a beginner, since its possible to create a weaker-than-average character if you don't do it correctly. But basically, when you level up, you choose what class to take that level in. If you take another level in the same class you've been playing as, then you level up as normal. If you take a level in a new class, then you multiclass and gain the level 1 features from that class

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So for example, lets say you're playing as a cleric. At level 1 you can only have 1 class, because you only have 1 level. But at level 2, you can either be a level 2 cleric, or you can have 1 level in cleric and 1 level in another class

strange thunder
waxen crown
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Hi! I’m hoping I’m in the right channel for this. I’m brand new to dnd, but I’ve listened to podcasts of it. I’m hoping to find a campaign to join once I can set up everything I need to play! What should I do first? Thanks!

uncut axle
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So

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How do I join a dnd

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fallen surge
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Welcome newcomers. The bot post above has some very helpful resources to get you started. The "Basic Rules" link will explain everything you need to know to actually play the game and make your character

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if you have any specific questions, feel free to ask them here. We are more than happy to help

keen edge
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Do you need anything more than a filled out sheet and some dice to play a dnd campaign?

timid locust
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All you need is an understanding of the rules, a way to roll dice, and some friends!

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At the bare minimum, at least.

lime turret
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And someone who wants to DM, that's surprisingly rare.

strange thunder
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I'd like to DM when I know what the heck I'm doing. And when I feel like I can craft a compelling adventure.

harsh fjord
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I started DMing six months after I started playing, so I don't think you need a ton (or really any!) experience to begin. And I still haven't made an adventure; I've gotten a ton of mileage out of prewritten adventures.

hardy totem
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anybody want to start a campaign im a new player

strange thunder
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That's true. Our current DM is using a prewritten adventure and just adding little details here and there as he likes. It's his first time DMing.

harsh fjord
strange thunder
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Also nervous about setting up encounters as a DM because I'm not one of those DMs who's sadistically trying to kill his players. Not even in Ravenloft 😛

harsh fjord
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Understandable. But encounter design is an art, not a science, so don't worry about not getting it perfect. The folks in #dm-discussion are great at helping, to say nothing of all the resources out there for the practicing DM.

strange thunder
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Thank you, didn't even realize there was a DM discussion channel.

main fulcrum
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If you're using a prewritten adventure, the encounters should be included as well

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Which if nothing else is good practice for figuring out the balance

strange thunder
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"Your lvl 1 characters turn the corner and see.....Demogorgon. Roll for initiative!"

calm stream
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Hello, I am rather new to the game

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harsh fjord
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Welcome. You might wanna look through the resources linked above, especially the rules and #learn-to-play!

feral field
#

Hi, I’m a beginner but I have my character made and am looking for a campaign to join

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peak wharf
#

Hi I'm new I did make spreadsheets but lost them and uhh ik a bit abt dnd now

slender dew
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welcome!

wheat crystal
peak wharf
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K

unborn birch
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Hello I'm new to dnd and I want ti get in the community start playing but I don't know anything about the game.
I didn't even know that there where multiple versions of the game if I want to get started what versions do I get how do I create I characters what are essentially or basic stuff I need to know for me to be able to play online?

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lost silo
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those links are a GREAT way to start

vital sail
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If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.

lost silo
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tons of basic info on the game. Once you are ready for a group, hit up and follow the instructions in #find-a-game to look for groups or post what your ideal group looks like

unborn birch
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Ok thank you both very much is will read the what you sent me and after I finish I go to the channel you sent to find a group right? I'm just making i get it right

lost silo
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yup and ask questions here if you are confused on anything

vital sail
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Order is basically: Understand core concepts (you do not need to know everything) and then find a group and make a character (either order, but know that if you make a character first it might not be accepted in the group you play)

unborn birch
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Ok thank you for the advice

fossil rampart
#

Is anyone doing sessions tonight

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lost silo
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if u are looking to play tonight, that will be VERY tough to find with zero notice but you never know. If u are looking to listen to a live game, check the communities pages, u may have luck

teal pike
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where do i make a thing for a campaign

main fulcrum
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Are you wanting to run a campaign and need players? Or are you looking for a campaign?

wheat dirge
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Im new, can someone explain the basics?

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wheat dirge
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Does anyone know where a new D&D game is?

main fulcrum
wheat dirge
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Oh ok I never played so im just going in blind

main fulcrum
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Then I'd recommend checking out the links on the above message first

wheat dirge
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Ok

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Im sorry but I don’t understand any of it, im a very slow learner:\

deft sigil
wheat dirge
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Thanks, but the way I usually learn is going headfirst, but…. Idk where to even find a game

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deft sigil
#

Real life places typical include local game stores, libraries or sometimes colleges will have students who host d&d games.

wheat dirge
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Is there any servers? I don’t really like socializing, so I am working up slowly, sorry if I’m being difficult

deft sigil
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Did you happen to check out the post talking about groups? We have channels to connect players to dms or community servers. Its all explained in #find-a-game

wheat dirge
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Thanks

flat breach
#

Hey is this the wrong kinda server to ask to meet people who’d like to call and talk about DnD, Im still learning and do better verbally and just looking to make friends in general

vital sail
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I'm up to helping out one on one for a bit if you want

turbid pilot
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Hey what's up guys I'm new to d&d I've been trying to find a way to play a game forever now it feels like. The closest I have come I believe what is just seal player mode with chat GPT as the DM and that's a headache end of itself. I downloaded d&d beyond thinking it was an app to help you find games in app if that makes sense it turns out it's just a glorified character sheet creator. Anyway chat GPT sent me this server link she seems to think you people can help me

P.s I'm also open to being dungeon master if it gets me in a game somehow with other real human people that are willing to be patient with me. I swear to God I'm cool and funny as F and I can be an asset to any table anytime you just have to let me prove myself

echo kelp
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First make sure you read our server rules (AI generated work is not permitted here).

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Then if you're looking for a game, please use our Looking For Game channels

turbid pilot
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Okay I apologize I just said you really read where to go I just saw a The new player discussion tab and hopped on thank you for directing me

echo kelp
turbid pilot
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Thanks brother

dusty saffron
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Are there stealth attacks that exist outside of combat? Like a backstabbing or arrows firing from a hidden spot or anything like that?

static rose
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Can darkness be casted on my shoes?
And it the globe of Darkness moves as I move?

wheat crystal
# dusty saffron Are there stealth attacks that exist outside of combat? Like a backstabbing or a...

Are there stealth attacks that exist outside of combat?
No. When you declare you are making an attack (e.g. firing an arrow while you are hidden) that initiates combat, in which case Initiative is rolled for the attacker and anyone else involved in the encounter. See here.

Like a backstabbing
Mechanics for directional facing doesn't really exist in the game. A "backstab" might be a good way to flavor a Rogue's Sneak Attack feature or the optional Flanking rule.

arrows firing from a hidden spot
Same as the first point, but I will point out that taking the Hide action successfully gives you the Invisible condition. Being Invisible when you take the Attack action does confer certain benefits when Initiate is rolled

wheat crystal
dusty saffron
static rose
edgy onyx
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You could take your shoe off, cast darkness on it, wear it, and then it would move with you

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You just cant cast it on a worn or carried object, but can carry / wear it afterwards

static rose
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Ok sure, Ig...

wheat crystal
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Welcome to rule technicalities haha

static rose
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So costs an extra turn to take off my shoe and cast one and then wear one?

edgy onyx
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Pretty much

static rose
wheat crystal
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Generally a creature gets 1 free object interaction per turn, though the exact nature of what counts is somewhat up to DM

static rose
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We are supposed to get to ambush our enemy in this scenario.

edgy onyx
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Shorts are kind of notorious for getting specific rules wrong for making entertaining videos about ideas to do in game

wheat crystal
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A DM may determine that the act of taking off your shoe requires a full Utilize action. See here

static rose
wheat crystal
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A second object interaction on the same turn also requires a Utilize action.

edgy onyx
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Point still stands. Entertaining video over actual rules

static rose
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I asked GPT he also said,
I can cast it on my objects and gear.
But not my enemies.

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That's why I came here,
Good to know the actual rule.

edgy onyx
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AI is even more notorious for getting rules wrong

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It is a language model, it does not actually know the rules, just predicts what people want

wheat crystal
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To get this combo off rules as written, assuming your DM allows the act of taking off your shoe to be a free object interaction would be this:

  • Turn 1: Take off shoe, cast Darkness
  • Turn 2: Put shoe back on, use whatever action you want
static rose
edgy onyx
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Posting AI generated content is against the server rules, might wanna remove that

static rose
wheat crystal
dusty saffron
hasty thistle
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hey yall, I'm relatively new to dnd, I've played a handful of one shots but I'm excited to get into the deep end of dnd lol

lime turret
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Welcome.

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trim garden
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hello, i never played dnd before but with me and my friends we made some funny dnd alikes it was fun and now i would like to be a real dm

lime turret
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?newdm

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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?
elder grove
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hiya im new and am wondering how to get into dnd through here and some things i need help with to start such as what dnd beyond is used for how do i join a group and where to go for character creation help

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echo kelp
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^ Check out the links and resources in the embed message above.

elder grove
echo kelp
elder grove
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alright thank you

harsh fjord
shell acorn
lyric fjord
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Hey I'm new to the dnd world and I'm very excited to begin my journey if anyone can suggest me how to start I'll appricate it

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harsh fjord
lyric fjord
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Thanks

median pier
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Heyyyy

river geyser
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hello

shell birch
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hello

river geyser
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hello

shell birch
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is this server for roleplaying or just D&D related discussion? ive been in a roleplaying sevrer before but i cant find again,yall have any suggestions?

bold oak
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yooo im new to this!

so what should i know when designing a character? and is it possible if i could create a species of my own?

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snow apex
bold oak
snow apex
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You could probably find a dm willing to let you play it tho

bold oak
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hmm... well i was thinking of a character that was basically a dungeon in its self

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of course not too many crazy traps

snow apex
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When making homebrew for a character it's very important to talk to your dm about

bold oak
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just ''summon a deep hole with fake ground?'' and depending on the number is how deep a foe could fall, but alright, i'll talk with a dm

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in case i dont find a dm willing to let me use that character, i suppose i could create a wizard

snow apex
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Man I love wizards

bold oak
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same... maybe i could make the wizard do the whole traps thing as well

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i'd imagine making up a class is the same thing, talking with a dm? i c

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do i make a character sheet for 2014 or 2024 version?

lime turret
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Depends on the DM.

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They’ll state before hand. I’m honestly not sure what the ratio is.

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I have 1 group that uses 2024 and 2 that use 2014, lmao.

bold oak
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ah so sorta a gamble?

surreal meadow
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Well depends what your doing they make be ok with it in one campaign but not in another so it can be situational

edgy onyx
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Well generally the DM would let you know which edition they're allowing ahead of time

bold oak
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well aight, is the 2014 version less complicated?

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given im still new to this, sorry

wheat crystal
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Not necessarily. I’d make it under 2024 rules since that’s what all future content will be made for

bold oak
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so i should go for 2024?

wheat crystal
bold oak
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well i was thinking of a farmer class or well, for that other one ive mentioned before, a ''trapster'' class

smoky adder
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Yeah. Not advised to build a new part for an engine without first learning how the engine works.

surreal meadow
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Ya just started making homebrew and trying to make something cool and balanced is complicated

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To put it simply

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Definitely learn first

bold oak
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hmm fair, i'll start things simple and just create a wizard

wheat crystal
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As a middle ground, try seeing what Wizard spells you could flavor or reflavor with a “Farmer” or “Trapster” aesthetic in mind.

bold oak
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hmmm i'll try

surreal meadow
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Read spells carefully the wording can allow you to interpret them in an interesting way that can work for what you want to do but always ask the dm if they will allow it most will allow things within reason

bold oak
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could you tell me a example?

snow apex
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A lot if spells specify a point you can see within range, so if you can see under a door or through a keyhole, you don' always need to be in the same room to cast a spell there

jade burrow
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hihihi i'm new to dnd

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Where did you guys learn to play dnd?

wheat crystal
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I’d check out #learn-to-play and this channel’s pins which have a bunch of newbie resources including to the free Basic Rules. I’d make a practice character while flipping through it at your own pace. Also feel free to ask any questions you have here!

surreal meadow
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I was thinking like destroy water and well people contain a good deal of water maybe they will let you use it to dehydrate an enemies eyes to blind them maybe some will allow that others not so much

wheat crystal
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That is an untrue example. Spells only do what they say they do, nothing more and nothing less.

bold oak
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dam

main fulcrum
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I would say the average DM will look at you, sigh, and say to stop reading D&D suggestions off the internet

jade burrow
main fulcrum
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The problem with letting people do something creative but powerful with minor spells is that then players usually expect to do it all the time and game balance tends to fly out the window.

surreal meadow
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Im just saying depends how by strict the dm is you may not agree and you have every right to in your game but outside of your game their dm has a right to allow anything they like

main fulcrum
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Hence, 'spells do what they say they do and nothing more' being a standard response

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I'm not saying the DM can't allow it. I'm saying you shouldn't expect the average DM to allow it

wheat crystal
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This is the newcomers channel, so a RAW ruling is more informative than "the DM may homebrew the spell to be different"

surreal meadow
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It was a lousy example ill admit but im exhausted and twins are screaming so sorry

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Ill be more mindful that its ment for newcomers

wheat crystal
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In any case RAW the spell can only destroy water in an open container, of which the fluid inside a being is neither considered water nor in an open container

surreal meadow
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Like I said lousy example

wheat crystal
bold oak
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wow this is sure overwhelming XD

wheat crystal
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It certainly can be! Make sure to take your time. To help speed it up you can skip sections that aren't pertinent to the class(es) you want to play. For example, no need to learn how Fighter or Barbarian works yet since you want to play Wizard

bold oak
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do i need to learn what a wizard can and cant do?

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and do i have fill up the whole paper?

wheat crystal
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You should learn the mechanics of the class you're going to play yeah. I'd go through the first section of the Basic Rules first however which lays the foundation for everything else

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The BR will guide you through filling out your sheet, conveniently. You'll likely fill in a substantial amount of your sheet with plenty of room to write in more features as you level up

bold oak
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like new spells?

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also whats a BR

wheat crystal
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New spells, new class features, items

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BR stands for the Basic Rrules

bold oak
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ah

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hmm... how much spells can i make? is it max 6?

wheat crystal
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Also for convenience, D&DBeyond (also the site where the Basic Rules are hosted) has a character creator with the Basic Rules integrated. It can sometimes be overwhelming for newbies so my advice to using DDB’s character creator is:

  • Skip the first page. The first page is largely content toggles for purchased content or optional content that your DM will tell you to configure when you join a game. Optionally you may set the Privacy settings on the first page to “Public” if you want to share your sheet character review.
  • Use Standard Array or Point Buy when you get to the stats section.
wheat crystal
# bold oak hmm... how much spells can i make? is it max 6?

Players can’t make custom spells. The Basic Rules has a plethora of spells already included, some of which are on the Wizard spells list.

As per the Wizard’s class page, at level 1 a Wizard will have:

  • 3 cantrips of their choice from the Wizard spells list list
  • 6 level 1 spells from the Wizard spell list

There’s some additional rules involving learning extra spells, preparing spells, and how spell slots function but I will encourage you to check out the Wizard page of the BR to learn more

bold oak
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hmm

bold oak
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could i, mayhaps, use just common wizard stats? like nothing crazy or anything, just.. whats the word?

basic?

echo kelp
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That's what Standard Array is for

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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.

echo kelp
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^ How to generate your character stats

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?tag class wizard

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dynoError No tag class found.

bold oak
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lol

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aight so standard array?

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and afterwards i just make up a name and personality and all that?

echo kelp
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Yeah just follow the steps/process listed in teh 2nd chapter of the Basic Rules which goes over how to create a character

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?tag new wizard

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classWizard Wizard

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

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

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

echo kelp
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There's the Wizard command...

lost silo
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lol

echo kelp
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even the mod liches have trouble remembering everything in their spellbooks

bold oak
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you could say its a spelling mistake

echo kelp
bold oak
echo kelp
somber verge
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where do i download

echo kelp
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Download what?

bold oak
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download a character sheet orrrr

echo kelp
bold oak
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aight, choose a class (wizard), make up backstory while choosing species (likely human), and then choose alignment (chaotic neutral)

echo kelp
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And add stats and equipment and you have a character.

bold oak
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wow awesome

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aight lemme see

lost silo
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not to bad if using D&D beyond In my opinion for new folks!

echo kelp
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Keep backstory pretty simple for now - 3 bullet points:

  • Where your character grew up (location in world)
  • What your character did before becoming an adventurer (tie to background origin feat)
  • Why your character became an adventurer (keep it believable - you're not a level 1 adventurer who's actually a god with this powerful magical artifact sword in disguise)
bold oak
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so when you say equipment, do you mean weaponary or just items in general?

echo kelp
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Your background and class provide starting equipment

bold oak
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aight how does a spell book sound?

echo kelp
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Your equipment is like your camping gear, books, pens, ink - again your starting background and class provide starting equipment

bold oak
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ahhh general

echo kelp
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Pick from the options provided there and add to your inventory

bold oak
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hmm 2 daggers

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yeah just found it lol

echo kelp
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I mean wizards typically aren't great at martial combat but you never know when a dagger comes in handy... to open up that stuck page in your spellbook... 😉

bold oak
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lol

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aight and i finally do stats?

echo kelp
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Yep!

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Standard array is a great place to start - most groups will accept a character using standard array.

bold oak
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so is that all set and done?

echo kelp
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Should be!

bold oak
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aighty, now to finally WRIIITE

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and maybe design

echo kelp
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Fun! We have a #character-discussion if you want to get feedback on your character (or discuss character builds).

bold oak
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aighty

bold oak
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welp now that ive gotten all of that out of the way, how do i find a party to play with?

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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.
nimble panther
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Hey, I’m very new to DnD and I’m very confused on understanding the whole character creation part. I would really appreciate if anyone could explain things to me 🙂

wheat crystal
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Have you looked at the free Basic Rules yet?

nimble panther
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Yes

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I’m dyslexic so reading kinda goes in one ear and out the other 😭

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Which is why I think I’m so confused

wheat crystal
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That’s fair! It’s probably better to tackle it piece by piece; what’s one thing that’s confusing for you?

nimble panther
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The whole number thing when it comes to strength and wisdom ect. How it’s that determined?

wheat crystal
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An odd numbered score gives the same bonus as the next lowest number.

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So for example, a Strength score of 8 gives a -1 Strength modifier. Likewise, a Strength score of 15 gives a +2 Strength modifier.

nimble panther
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Ohhhh ok ok I think i understand thank you

wheat crystal
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In any case if you forget D&DBeyond or a similar digital platform for character creation should automatically calc the bonus for you

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Otherwise it’s perfectly fine to check the table whenever

nimble panther
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Oh there stuff like that ?!

wheat crystal
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Yeah D&DBeyond has an integrated character creator, though you are limited to the Basic Rules content unless you buy the digital version of the books via their marketplace

viscid linden
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Heya uh just got into D&D but you two are pretty deep into talking so uh get done with that before answering my pleads ok bye.

nimble panther
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Ohh ok ok thank you I’ll check it out, also I have another question when it comes to (I think there called skills??) how are they picked? Do I pick them or are there class specific and picked for me or can I make it up ?

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Also sorry if I’m asking silly questions I literally only learned about DnD properly yesterday ahah

harsh fjord
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Your skill proficiencies will come from your class and your background.

nimble panther
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Ohh ok ok

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Thank you

viscid linden
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K I think I’m not being interruptive now, I’ve heard of a lot of terms i don’t understand which seem to have a big effect on the type of dnd you’re playing. Greyhawk, pathfinder, I’ve seen things in looking-for-players on the lines of 60/40, or something like that, two numbers, and I’ll leave it at that because I’ve already asked too much at once.

main fulcrum
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Greyhawk is a setting and Pathfinder is a different game

viscid linden
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Oh… thanks!

harsh fjord
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The ratio is usually combat to roleplay (or vice versa). So combat (or roleplay) 60% of the time, 40% for the other.

viscid linden
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Just one more thing what is vtt and then uh I’m good - thanks for the help!

harsh fjord
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Virtual tabletop. It's a platform to replicate some aspects of the in-person experience: some help manage characters, others display maps and tokens, others do all that and more (like offer the ability to play music, provide animations, etc.).

viscid linden
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Thank you!

short quest
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Is there any tips for what NOT to do while in your first campaign?

main fulcrum
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Hmm try not to hog the spotlight, don't build an angsty loner who won't cooperate with anyone, don't antagonize the DM for no reason...

river geyser
vestal kindle
slow thicket
vestal kindle
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Well, that one’s more on how your DM rules crit fails

slow thicket
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ouchie

gentle forum
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what class is a generic knight with a sword and shield and whatnot?

vestal kindle
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Paladin, probably, though you could probably also do it with Fighter, too, if you don’t want the magical aspects

sterile forge
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I also love rangers

inner mauve
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hiii! i be new here.

nimble panther
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Me again, is there a class that has a more necromancer style?

sterile forge
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Other than Necromancer wizard? hm... gloom ranger, spores druid, undead and undying warlock, and death and grave cleric

vestal kindle
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Wizard, maybe Warlock as a close second

nimble panther
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Does this fall under a subclass or something then or is it more of a skill ?

vital sail
nimble panther
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Ooo Ok thank you

vestal kindle
nimble panther
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Would wizard be my best bet for this then?

main fulcrum
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Wizard is the only one with an actual necromancer subclass

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The rest listed were mostly vibe imo, not mechanics

nimble panther
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Ohh ok ok

vestal kindle
nimble panther
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Oo ok sounds like just what I wanted thank you

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With subclasses is it something I obtain as I level up or can I pick the necromancy subclass straight of the bat ?

main fulcrum
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You would pick it when your character reaches the subclass level

nimble panther
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Ahh ok

main fulcrum
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You don't get it at 1 for wizards

nimble panther
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Got it thank you

main fulcrum
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The one slightly odd thing with necromancer is that it's only printed in the 2014 rules. It can work with the 2024 rules as well, but you would want to check with the DM about that

unique badger
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ello..

fathom moth
subtle cairn
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Anyone got a one shot i could be a part in?

dusk egret
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Heya

hearty escarp
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Welcome!

hearty escarp
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grizzled tusk
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Hi guys

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Is anyone online

dusk atlas
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Sup

echo kelp
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Lots of folks but best to just post your question/topic and folks will respond as they have time and interest and bandwidth

grizzled tusk
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Oh okay

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I just need some help character building

sick pasture
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Let's hear it

echo kelp
grizzled tusk
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Should i use an acolyte background or a sage background for a cleric healer?

sick pasture
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I prefer using sage

dusk atlas
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That's entirely up to you and how you imagine their background to be

grizzled tusk
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Hmmm okay

sick pasture
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cause of like religious stuff

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but acolyte could be fun in sense of someone who is apart of a major religious group in the world

grizzled tusk
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Not really

wild onyx
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Perhaps Mani the gladiator has the acolyte background. He could have learned the ways of his adoptive father's people at the same time as training in the schola. No temples in sight!

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Or De Vor, the warlock, who has probably never entered a church that wouldn't try to burn her as a witch. She's got a range of magic to draw on from her own peculiar upbringing, and a dreadful kind of way of knowing what motivates people.

grizzled tusk
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Alright

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Ill try my best to make a character

slim rune
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hello

grizzled tusk
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How do i do the hit points constitution multiplier?

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I currently have 13 constitution

dusk atlas
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That's a +1 con mod to hp

grizzled tusk
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Thanks

dusk atlas
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There should be a chart

wild onyx
slow thicket
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I need a reminder, Slots are basically mana for mage users right? Sorry, I'm a barbarian and rogue user so I don't have any experience on Cleric and such, I assume that there are certain spells that requires a Slot, and magic users in level 1 only have 2 Slots, and Cantrips are.. Basically spells you can use without a Slot right??

wild onyx
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Close enough to start off.

grizzled tusk
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Do characters get starter weapons?

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Like

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Do they get 1 free simple weapon

wild onyx
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Your class and background will give you choices for equipment.

grizzled tusk
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Uh

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What weapon does cleric sage use

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This is my first character btw I literally have 0 dnd experience

wild onyx
grizzled tusk
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Oookay

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What are cantrips

lime turret
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Spells that don’t use up spell slots. Usually simple stuff.

grizzled tusk
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Ohhh okay

lime turret
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Making a light, basic attacks, small illusions, that sort of thing.

grizzled tusk
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Theres only 3 spell slots right?

lime turret
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For now, yes.

dusk atlas
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Small spells you can cast as many times as you'd like in a day

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Screen didn't scroll... Odd.

grizzled tusk
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How many cantrips can i put in a character

lime turret
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Iirc, Cleric starts with 2?

echo kelp
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As many as your class level allows (check your class table as it lists how many cantrips you have as well as spell slots per your level)

grizzled tusk
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If i could send images i wouldve sent my current character sheet

echo kelp
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You can use a reputable file/image service like Google Drive, OneDrive, etc. and share a link that way.

grizzled tusk
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How do i uhhh

echo kelp
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If you're using DnDBeyond you can share a URL to your character

grizzled tusk
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Determine speed

wild onyx
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That's under species. Have you picked one yet?

grizzled tusk
lime turret
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Should be 30.

echo kelp
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Movement speed is based on your species and any class features that change your movement

grizzled tusk
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Nvm im changing to acolyte

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Should i use bless or healing word?

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I did a coin flip

wild onyx
grizzled tusk
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Thanks

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Oookay finally done

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Now i need to find a session that isnt only 18+

wild onyx
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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.

grizzled tusk
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Welp nobody wants to play with ppl that arent 18

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And needs experience

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WELP im cooked

lime turret
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Have you tried looking for games in person?

timid locust
# grizzled tusk And needs experience

I see you've just finished your character sheet. Just remember that finding a game takes time. From when you start searching, it's fairly common to expect it to take a few days to a few weeks before you find a group and actually sit down to play.

grizzled tusk
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Okay thanks

lost silo
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I saw one of the communities the other day that was for teens exclusively so make sure you look through the listings friend!

novel urchin
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yeah, the only reason I don't play with a lot of people underage is because my group tends to be a bit too dark or raunchy for most people. If it's not a 18+ game I usually bring people in but I just don't have free slots rn.

rocky crow
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Hello, I am new to DnD

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Is there anyways for me to find a group or community to play dnd with?

signal light
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I'm also new to DnD I have some knowledge on how to play but I still want to learn more I'm also interested in finding people to play with

abstract yarrow
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Hiya

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Any good websites to create my first DnD character?

abstract yarrow
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timid locust
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Welcome new players! 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.

rocky crow
timid locust
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Once you've got a good understanding of the basic rules, the next step is to find a game! You can get your search started on this server using our #find-a-game channel.

timid locust
errant marsh
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Hey guys

surreal estuary
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Hey guys, just wondering. What is the best combat class out there? my party consists of Wizard,cleric,sorcerer,rogue and 1 paladin.

wild onyx
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Best is relative. But to me, that party looks like it could use a warrior. What kind of combat do you want to be best at?

errant marsh
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Guys can someone tell me how to make a player sheet

wild onyx
surreal estuary
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@wild onyx hey im thinking Fighter class

wild onyx
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Two-handed, sword and board, ranged, Dexterity? If you went battlemaster which maneuvers might you pick?

surreal estuary
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hmm

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i dont really know since i havent played the game yet

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im about to have my first game with my party soon

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so i need some help

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and fast

wild onyx
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What's your vision for your character? When they do their main thing, what are they doing?

surreal estuary
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i like a single wield sword with 2 sides cuz its cool.

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uuh so my party wants me to play monk

wild onyx
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Greatsword, solid pick. Make sure to get your Strength and Constitution high as possible. The fighter can start with a greatsword, flail (for skeletons) and chainmail so Dexterity isn't as important.

surreal estuary
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and which subclass is the best?

fresh fable
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Do you want to play a monk?

surreal estuary
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YES PLS HELPME

fresh fable
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What lvl are you starting at?

surreal estuary
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1

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and i have never played the game before

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so i reallly need help

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im abt to play with my part in 1 h

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so what can u tell me abt it?

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@wild onyx @fresh fable

fresh fable
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Monk would use a quarter staff or a short sword

surreal estuary
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hmm

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what is recommended

wild onyx
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Monks often rely on Dexterity for attacks and have an Unarmoured Defence feature that uses Dex and Wisdom. If you're up close (and you will be for the punching) you'll also want to make sure you have a decent Constitution score.

surreal estuary
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and what subclass

surreal estuary
fresh fable
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Are you playing online or in person?

surreal estuary
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online

wild onyx
surreal estuary
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okk tyy

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just monk tho

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So i have a question reguarding the stat sheet

fresh fable
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Are you using dndbeyond ?

surreal estuary
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how many stat points can u get when you level up

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wait

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imma ask first

wild onyx
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Usually none until level 4.

surreal estuary
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ownbear studio

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owl*

fresh fable
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You don’t at certain lvls you get an ability score increase normal 4,8,12,16

surreal estuary
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so @fresh fable @wild onyx how do i play as a monk??? and the tips?

wild onyx
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?tag new monk

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classMonk Monk

Dart in and out of melee while striking fast and hard
Monks use rigorous combat training and mental discipline to align themselves with the multiverse and focus their internal reservoirs of power. Different Monks conceptualize this power in various ways: as breath, energy, life force, essence, or self, for example. Whether channeled as a striking display of martial prowess or as a subtler manifestation of defense and speed, this power infuses all that a Monk does.

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

Likes: Unarmed combat
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 8 + Con. modifier

fresh fable
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Ask your DM what character creator you are using? What stat point generation you are using and is it 2014 or 2024 rules

surreal estuary
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oooh

lime turret
wild onyx
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Get in and bash the Opposition. Use your bonus action for a cheeky backhand, or to knock enemies down or away. Try not to get swarmed by enemies.

surreal estuary
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My DM says its not the serious type of D&D

wild onyx
lime turret
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Wild.

fallen surge
surreal estuary
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So @fresh fable isn't the monk an unarmed fighter?

fresh fable
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Yes and no, there is a subclass that focuses on unarmed but they can use simple weapons like in the bot post above

surreal estuary
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hmmm

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btw my DM is making my stat sheet

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so i dont really know whats going on

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?

fallen surge
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Well, if you're DM is making your character sheet for you then we can't really help you make your character sheet. But if you have any other questions, feel free to ask them

fresh fable
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All you need to know for combat is
main action roll d20 add dex and hit with a quarter staff 1d8 damage

Bonus action roll d20 add dex and punch 1d6

alpine patrol
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I'm new to this like just hatched out of the egg type new ,can any1 help?

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