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little harness
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I’m playing with my cousin

edgy onyx
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Basically if your fantasy is playing all the big monsters and having power, you'd probably enjoy the role of the DM

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As a DM you get to control the world, and any monster you choose, basically

minor mason
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Tbh, the Tarrasque isn't even that interesting of a monster, nor the most powerful

little harness
edgy onyx
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Yeah, pretty much a big pile of health and damage. Only interesting part is reflecting certain spells

minor mason
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Your cousin should ask to be a demilich instead

little harness
hearty escarp
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I think the main takeway is probably: those are strong monsters and are not appropriate in any way to play as a playable character. 😅

lime turret
manic otter
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i have a mate whos PC has a pet chicken which is actually a polymorphed tarrasque

blazing charm
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helloo

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i want to start playing dnd but ive never done so before

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i know basically nothing

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solar crescent
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Same 💀

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Though I have looked at the rules a bit and I have experience with bg3 which I get is different

echo kelp
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?tag new bg3

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wintry shell
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Tbh BG3 is a little different but most of it is the same for me

solar crescent
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I’ve also watched some YouTube one-shots so I think I have an idea of how things work but no actual experience yet 💪

echo kelp
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To be clear, BG3, while inspired by and using many elements of D&D 5th Edition, is a video game and obviously there’s differences. But it definitely succeeds in carrying the vibe of D&D play

solar crescent
blazing charm
river geyser
# little harness I’m playing with my cousin

tell him to be the dm if he wants to play the tarrasque. a tarrasque is a monster you would put up against 4-6 extremely powerful adventurers, not something you would play. a level one (the typical starting point) party would get annihilated by a tarrasque so having one in a party is a drastically bad idea. the party would never reach the same power unless this campaign is going way past level 20 and it wouldnt be fun for everyone else bc the guy playing the tarrasque would constantly be carrying the team. and if theyre toxic itd be even worse, probably be complaining abt how they’re always carrying etc etc

jade socket
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Hi all! Very new to D&D but just recently had my first one shot a couple few weeks ago and I have been hooked ever since and have fallen so deep into the rabbit hole. Super excited to continue learning more and hopefully get into recurring games.

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late marsh
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Helloo

lyric fjord
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Hi

deft sigil
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hello and welcome to you all!

lyric fjord
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Thanks

edgy cove
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I’m looking for campaign to join

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grave gale
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Hello :b!!

wicked shoal
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Hello!

wispy raven
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Hii

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wispy raven
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So

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Ummm

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Can someone explain in a bit less detail pleaseb_tearsblue

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Im a bit slow

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Nvm

wheat crystal
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Were you able to figure out your question?

late marsh
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Can i join a campaign pls 🥹

echo kelp
late marsh
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Sankyuu

pine dagger
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so uh.. can I swear while doing my storytelling

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or do I have to stick to a kinda focused tone while doing it

echo kelp
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That would be a discussion for your group about appropriate player/DM behavior and expectations

icy nexus
pine dagger
pine dagger
wheat crystal
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I'd encourage you to find your own style of DM-ing over purely trying to emulate another DM. It's fine to take inspiration but a carbon copy might feel inauthentic

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There's nothing about the game that prevents you from using whatever language you want. Similar to what UndyingNoob said if you feel like cursing might be an issue with your table or already is it's worth a discussion with your group to come to a resolution

echo crypt
vestal kindle
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You can 100% make up your own creatures

wheat crystal
# echo crypt Oh I have a question on DMing if you don’t mind. What if you decide your DnD se...

Creating custom things, part of "homebrewing" is absolutely something you can do. This includes creatures. For newer players I don't necessarily recommend it since you might not be familiar with what makes a monster particularly strong/weak/functional/unique/etc. As a middle ground I recommend taking a look at a monster whose mechanics evoke what you want to have in a given encounter, then reflavor it (change the aesthetic/narrative without changing mechanics).

echo crypt
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Yeah I’d probably have to learn how each monster functions

wheat crystal
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Settings can also technically be whatever you want. D&D isn't boxed into being "medieval" and in fact it's fairly hard to narrow down a time period equivalent since even the Forgotten Realms setting has elements ranging from prehistory to renaissance and more. Instead of appealing to a certain time period, D&D appeals to certain genres of fantasy- overall heroic fantasy, with its various official settings specifying it further (e.g. FR = high fantasy, Eberron = noir fantasy, Greyhawk = sword & sorcery).

However, it is important to keep in mind that the further you stray away in your setting's theming the harder its going to be for 5e to satisfy compared to other TTRPGs more dedicated to the desired genre. For example 5e won't be as readily accomodating of Space Opera, Cyberpunk, Lovecraftian Horror, Superhero, Low Magic, etc.

vestal kindle
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But also, 100% you can just sorta wing it with monster creation for low-CR monsters if all you have are an understanding of how stat blocks work and an idea of what an average person’s stats would look like

minor mason
minor mason
pallid raft
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As a first time player what should I focus on for my character?

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Both in creation and while playing?

minor mason
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I don't recommend creating a character before finding a group

pallid raft
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Oh okay, thankyou

minor mason
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Your GM will usually tell you about the kind of game they're running, and that will inform your character creation process

fallow peak
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hi, anyone know where I could find a new table to play with?

short marsh
brisk geyser
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Looking for some players. New to doing. Could do anime inspired or something like zombies if anyone’s down

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Looking to set up specific days and do some voices games. Looking for a few hours on specific days

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If willing let me know

minor mason
radiant furnace
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I'm new to this and only played dnd 1. What are some good tools to use for a dm? I'm using Roll20 and I'm making a homebrew pirate-themed campaign.

minor mason
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Pen and paper will suffice

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Roll20 is honestly pretty dated for a VTT. Better options are Foundry, Fantasy Grounds, Owlbear, etc

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Beyond also has a rudimentary VTT that works well enough

radiant furnace
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The players I have can't travel. I'm using Beyond as well.

peak thicket
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Hello I'm very new to dnd can someone help

lavish kayak
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peak thicket
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Everything I'm so new to this😂

lavish kayak
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okay, so do you want to make a character, or learn the rules, or what?

arctic acorn
peak thicket
peak thicket
lavish kayak
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sorry, i'm helping someone else at the moment, give me a minute

peak thicket
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Of course

lavish kayak
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okay, want to do this in DM's?

lavish kayak
peak thicket
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Yes

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Sorry

deep sable
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Hi im new and i want to learn d&d

plucky forge
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Hey I’m new I love 5th edition and I usually play melee builds. I’d love to join a game DMS open

wild onyx
plucky forge
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lime turret
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@deep sable Taje a look ^

undone adder
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How does one make a character

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And can I use the same character in a different DND game

wild onyx
undone adder
wild onyx
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Generally you'd have a different character for each ongoing game (campaign) that you play in, but #1365381263845752936 games are designed to take the same character from table to table. Terms and conditions apply.

undone adder
wild onyx
lavish kayak
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i can DM with you

undone adder
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That would make it much easier for me

lost silo
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Xpz review the basic info in the bot I’m about to ping. It explains a bunch of great info real easy.

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undone adder
plush sand
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hi! i have never played dnd before and wanna ask, when do i build a character? do i do it before i even look for a group, after i get a group, orrr? what do you guys usually do?

lost silo
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See the info above for a great start. Many folks will build a character or two for practice whilst they look for a group to join. That way you have learned a little. Many DMs will then work with you to tweak that to fit their game or help you build one for their group

plush sand
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ahh i see. i'm building a character right now while reading up on classes and species, i'll carry on doing that for now then. thanks a lot!

wintry shell
plush sand
idle harbor
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Making my character on D&D Beyond now, why can't I choose the hermit background for my cleric character?

harsh fjord
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My guess is the hermit isn't part of the free rules.

chrome kiln
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Hi! In general, how quick/responsive is D&D Beyond to help requests? I just joined last week and already managed to mess up my account access. I submitted a ticket. Definite user error. 😒

harsh fjord
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#ddb-support may be worth posting in. You might get a very quick answer!

chrome kiln
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Oh! Didn't realize that was a channel. I'll try there - thanks a ton!

pine mortar
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There's many source that said you can't take skill expertise more than once and also that you can take it more than once
So what is it actually for clarification?
If it can be taken more than once, does Prodigy feat be taken more than once too?

harsh fjord
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To clarify, you're referring to Skill Expert the feat? And do you mean 2014 or 2024 rules?

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In either ruleset, you can only take a feat once unless it specifies otherwise.

hearty scroll
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Hey im new to dnd and i only have the starter Set and im still larnig how to play. How can i become a beter playere, and im deaply sorry If i made gramatical mistakes im Romania and i write bad

harsh fjord
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It's hard to give general advice on being a good player since tables vary. That said, I like players who are invested in the game and try to make everyone's fun a priority (not just their own), who are open and willing to communicate about their preferences and solving problems when they arise in the group, and who work with the party to complete the adventure and with the other players to share the spotlight.

I'm sure there's more, but that's a start. Some of that comes with experience, but other parts come down to being mindful of what you say and how.

hearty scroll
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Thenkes for teling me

edgy notch
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Hey there, im new and have only ever played informal campaigns. How do i make a character? I have an idea for a good theif, where i follow actual criminals and steal and return the things THEY steal. someone please help me. (i can voice chat if nessicary)

amber roost
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Any tips for a new DM?

I've played many games before trying as a DM but I've always loved creating my character more than anything and one day decided to make a campaign. Well now I'm super deep into making a monster hunting campaign but would like some tips before I try getting some people to play it! Make sure I've got on the necessities.

harsh fjord
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?newdm

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harsh fjord
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?dmtips

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D&D Starter Set: Dragons of Stormwreck Isle
Dungeon Master Tips

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

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edgy notch
harsh fjord
# amber roost Any tips for a new DM? I've played many games before trying as a DM but I've al...

See the bot posts above!

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.

My list is here: #dm-discussion message⁠ (If you haven't skimmed that channel, I recommend it!) You can also search the server for dm advice and/or dm tips. This topic comes up all the time!

edgy notch
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hey razorwing, can you help me make a character?

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im very new

harsh fjord
edgy notch
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how do i calculate stats? smth about rolling 4 dice?

harsh fjord
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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.

edgy notch
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nvm

harsh fjord
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For your first practice character, I recommend using Standard Array described above.

edgy notch
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ive played a campaign b4, it was just informal

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its not a practice characcter neither

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its 4 my friends campagn

harsh fjord
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Then you should ask them how they want you to generate stats. Most DMs will want to witness rolled stats.

lyric fjord
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Hello, new to DnD, known of it for a while but never had a group to be able to play, but tho idk how id like to make the lore/world of my light novel a DnD setting for a future campaign(s), been writing it for 17 years and tho the book might never be published id like to make it a DnD story/world, how do i go about doing this?

edgy notch
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um alr good idea

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thx

harsh fjord
lime turret
lyric fjord
harsh fjord
lyric fjord
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ah ty

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been a long day was about too look it all up while i eat dinner lol

harsh fjord
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There are some assumptions in D&D that may not align well with your world, so you have to decide where (or if) you're willing to make compromises.

lyric fjord
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ofc

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i kinda new going in since it is a sci fi setting

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with fantasy elements

lime turret
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How science fantasy is it?

harsh fjord
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See, that does pose a problem since D&D is largely fantasy (and a particular kind of fantasy) at heart.

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Not impossible, just trickier.

gilded vortex
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But didn't DND release some space themed classes or races a while back

harsh fjord
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Sure, but that doesn't make it a sci-fi game, especially since there are different flavors of SF.

lyric fjord
# lime turret How science fantasy is it?

so think space elves empire, tho its set on 1 world(not earth) 1% of the population has powers, there is a neighboring nation (Ram Protectorate i.e. ram humanoid people) etc,etc there is advanced tech but tanks, ships, guns are rare and mostly sword, physical shields and the 1% of people that use powers(magic)

lime turret
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Spelljammer is less science fantasy and more regular fantasy in space.

lime turret
gilded vortex
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Ah that's it! Spelljammer

lyric fjord
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think more final fantasy-esk then true sci fi

lime turret
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D&D assumes a lot of magic.

lyric fjord
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so it might not be called magic to them its legit like anime powers, yet still elemental

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sp yes dont worry fire ball exists 😛

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idk ill change it up if need be still working on it

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need to learn the game first, then ill work on it more

lyric fjord
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i dont plan to become a DM tho, i rather just be a player

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also is arcane tech a thing in DnD?

harsh fjord
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Depends on the setting. D&D isn't a single setting but a multitude of them.

lyric fjord
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could switch out the sci fi bit and call it arcane tech

gilded vortex
lyric fjord
lime turret
lyric fjord
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i love lore world building

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ye np on it

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and tyvm for your help

analog dune
wild onyx
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More like Flash Gordon.

main fulcrum
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Or Treasure Planet TashaLOL

pliant locust
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Hi

oak star
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Heyo

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minor mason
civic ledge
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How does a campaign start?

echo kelp
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A group of folks get together and someone takes on the responsibilities of being the Dungeon Master who guides the story of the campaign and the others create characters to play in that campaign.

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Together they play D&D and collaboratively tell a story through the game mechanics and roleplay of the D&D ttrpg game system

civic ledge
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Are you a dungeon master?

echo kelp
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Yes and a player.

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If you are looking for a game, check out #find-a-game to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels to find a group/game.

civic ledge
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Thx 🙂

lyric fjord
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is there any stress free/drama free groups helping out new players atm? i wish to get into DnD as a player for a bit and have fun, make a character etc, but i cant be in a group that has drama issues do to my bad health and Social anxiety etc, so idk how to approach this...

edgy onyx
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Also you can check out instructions in #find-a-game if you're looking for a group

lyric fjord
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good to here, been rough for years just surfing the web and a lot of hatful people on it i try to avoid, glad DnD is the 1 thing thats tamed (i hope)

lyric fjord
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half of them i have zero idea what there talking about

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i just want to add that Im here to learn and enjoy roleplaying, not to be a burden. I know it can be tough for groups to take on new players, but for me the whole point of D&D is inspiring and i love story building, i love fantasy as much as sci fi but atm i rather just join a group but ive looked and looked and idk if half or any that i saw are new player friendly.

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but its almost 12am so ill wait hopfully someone gets back to me on this i wish to join DnD its been a year of struggle to fine a new player friendly group

sterile forge
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I hope to write more tbh

signal fog
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@lyric fjord I just PM you

edgy onyx
lyric fjord
twin nebula
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I'm a newbie looking to join a one-shot. It's been maybe 8 or 9 years since I have played and I want to dust off my chops before committing myself to a campaign. Is it better to have a character prepared before asking to join or should I wait for my group before creating one?

peak thicket
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I'm interested to trying learning more ab dnd

lavish kayak
peak thicket
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Good

lavish kayak
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ok, what do you need help with?

peak thicket
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All I need is a name

lavish kayak
peak thicket
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Yes

lavish kayak
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Teildri Saurwalker? Or maybe Nivi Rumbleshine?

peak thicket
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I like nivi

lavish kayak
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alright, Nivi, another last name maybe?

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Or just rumbleshine

peak thicket
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Hmm

rain galleon
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How compatible is D&D2024 with older 5e stuff? Like can I take any book made for 5e and use without any conversion, even third party stuff?

hearty escarp
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It's very compatible. The numbers (DCs, CRs, Levels) are the same in 2024. The 2024 Monster Manual has a conversion guide for 2014 monsters too, in those instances where the statblocks changed.

As for third party, that's hard to say. Some third party products are well made, others have questionable balancing.

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You're probably better off starting with official material and then selectively picking the third party you like.

lavish kayak
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hearty escarp
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I'd separate it into 3 parts:

  • Balancing (the numbers don't line up with official material)
  • Theming (the theme might not fit to the fantasy that 5e typically goes for)
  • Misapplied / misunderstood mechanics - where the people making the third party missed some detail that will throw up questions that can't be answered by RAW
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Mind you, none of these are perfect in official material either, but less prevalent.

rain galleon
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Because if I get D&D I'm doing it for all the cool third party stuff. So I'm thinking which version I should try and get my hands on

hearty escarp
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I've heard good things about Grim Hollow. But people in #third-party are most likely to be able to make suggestions.

rain galleon
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If D&D24 is backwards compatible with 5e stuff then that is more future proof as everything new will be for D&D24 and won't work as easily with 5e

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Grim hollow is one of them

hearty escarp
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Though as you said, it's still compatible. Just something to keep in mind.

rain galleon
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How much of a hassle is it to fix subclasses to work with D&D24?

hearty escarp
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Very little. You simply move the subclass features below level 3 to level 3 and the rest is as normal.

rain galleon
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I saw some review which said some subclasses depend on class features that got changed/removed in D&D24

hearty escarp
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Oh. I woudn't actually know of an example there.

rain galleon
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okay atleast it's not common then

lavish kayak
rain galleon
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The spells and stuff is also compatible right? you can just grab the old stuff instead

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
hearty escarp
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The advice is to use 2024 and any stuff from 2014 that hasn't been updated.

rain galleon
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A'ight, I might actually look into getting D&D24 then. I feel like I'm the only one who has never played D&D. Closest thing I've played is pathfinder 1e but I don't know if that counts

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How ingrained is the vibes in D&D24? I'm not really a fan of kitchen sink high fantasy.

hearty escarp
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Heroic fantasy is fairly strongly ingrained. You'll quickly find yourself homebrewing if you want to do something else with it.

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Heroes have many tools and those tools are often powerful. A level 1 character is already a lot more skilled than your average commoner.

modern bane
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Hi I'm kinda new here how do I find a group to play with

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rain galleon
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I guess if anything goes it's easy to just restrict races to make it feel more grounded

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If that's even needed. I don't know how way out there and wild it actually is

hearty escarp
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I'd start with the Player's Handbook. It's heroic, but a specific flavor of heroic. Not anything goes by any means.

rain galleon
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Is there an included setting or do you have to make you own?

hearty escarp
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2014 focused on the Forgotten Realms Setting. It's still somewhat of a focus now, since we're going to get 2024 Forgotten Realms supplements soon.

rain galleon
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I've seen people talk about greyhawk but is that setting information included in the core books?

hearty escarp
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The 2024 DMG has Greyhawk as the main included setting, yeah.

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There are many others as well, such as Dragonlance, Spelljammer, Planescape and the Magic The Gathering settings like Theros, Strixhaven and Ravnica.

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Though those are supplement books.

rain galleon
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I'm planning to get at least Ravnica and Grim hollow if I invest in D&D. But alright then I don't have to care about homebrewing a setting even if I get just the core rulebooks

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maybe Ravenloft

hearty escarp
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Yeah, that's the nice thing about D&D. Plenty of info to be found about settings.

thin anvil
zealous girder
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Hey new to the server but anyone know where I need to post to ask if someonenis willing to DM for a group?
Me and 4 other night shifters / night owls are hopingnto find someone willing to DM a biweekly late night (EST)saturday game

lavish kayak
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hearty escarp
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young robin
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Have a question guys foundry vtt + touch vtt. Does it make it usable for mobiles/tablets?

lavish kayak
young robin
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Thanks. Don't think I will join. Cus I'm still kinda frazzled in my thoughts

lavish kayak
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ok, fair enough, at least thank you for trying it out

patent crag
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hello

long maple
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Hey

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Tony?

patent crag
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Hey sorry

lavish kayak
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what's happening? XD

ripe tundra
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My head hurts

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I don't know where I am

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I don't know where I am going

hearty escarp
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🫴 d20
Here, take this

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Can we help?

ripe tundra
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I don't think so
I've been joining too many dnd servers lately and they feel a little overwhelming is all

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Every server has like a hundred channels

hearty escarp
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Oh, that is understandeable. I'm moderating the stuff I see heavily to not get too overstimulated.

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Making use of the mute functionality is essential after a certain amount of servers.

ripe tundra
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Agreed, every few minutes you get a ping for something

lyric fjord
plush sand
charred lantern
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Hey I’m new to DnD and it would be nice to find some who would teach and play with me😋

exotic remnantBOT
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hearty escarp
lyric fjord
glass dune
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Hey everyone. I’m new to DnD. I’ve played a little and know enough about the world and rules but I won’t need my hand held the hold time. I’m from Aus and wanna do some campaigns to get some practice

hearty escarp
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Welcome! Check out the link above to learn about how this server does group organising and to see the games currently on offer.

muted tulip
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I bought the guide book that unlocks Drow and Drow Half-Elf but I cannot find Drow when choosing race

lavish kayak
muted tulip
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Yes

lavish kayak
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you have to scroll down all the way i believe

young robin
muted tulip
lavish kayak
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huh, try removing the filter?

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or reloading?

muted tulip
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Still not there

lavish kayak
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try looking at elf subraces, you lnow that's where that is righ?

muted tulip
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Already did

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It isn't there

lavish kayak
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contact ddb

muted tulip
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And how do I do that exactly?

edgy onyx
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Did you buy a sourcebook for 2014 or 2024, and are you using that same year's rules for the character? First thing that comes to mind, though I don't use Beyond myself
Also #ddb-support might be more help, and the appropriate channel for this

lyric fjord
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hey everyone

lean vortex
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hello

lyric fjord
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hey there Luuik

dusk egret
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Hi

proper lagoon
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are we allowed to share our Characters PDFs for help here?

harsh fjord
smoky bolt
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Do I have to buy and play with real dice or could I google online dice to roll?

lavish kayak
harsh fjord
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Yeah, digital dice are freely available. Your table will probably weigh in on whether the expectation is physical or digital, though.

smoky bolt
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Gotcha. When I looked at joining the server it looked like there were probably 7 different types of dnd. What’s the main one a beginner should play? Or if there is a difference or anything like that

edgy onyx
alpine hornet
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I really wanna get into dnd but ive got a long list of reasons it hasn't happened yet

copper wadi
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Hey everyone! I’m brand-spanking new to DnD. Literally, my only experience is seeing memes of it and reels on instagram, but it looks like something I would absolutely love to make time for. Got a four day weekend coming up and would love to see if I can get started somehow. Any vets with advice on how to get started? :3

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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Great info in the bot in how to get started my friend

copper wadi
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Thank you lots! :D

novel needle
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@olive flicker hello….

lofty blaze
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I have a largeish collection of dnd books from like 2-3 years ago. Is 5e particularly outdated right now?

spare kestrel
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No

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It’s still up to date. There have been changes in the past year and to me those feel like 5.5 but 5e is still the most common

smoky adder
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Last year they released an updated version of the core rulebooks - the Player's Handbook, Dungeon Master's Guide, and Monster Manual.

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Officially, it's still fifth edition.

minor mason
smoky adder
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And should broadly work with any other fifth edition books you already have.

lyric fjord
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havent heard back from any DM teaching new members atm so for now ill just go video gaming 🙂

glass dune
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Is this a good place to ask questions about dming?

main fulcrum
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Though if it's something very basic, here can work too

strange thunder
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Is it a bad idea to control two players characters at once? One of our players can't make our next session and we're not sure what to do.

minor mason
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It's also bad form to use another player's character.

strange thunder
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They gave us permission but we're not sure how to approach it since we're in the middle of a dungeon.

minor mason
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Are you the GM? This is the GM's call

strange thunder
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No I'm not. We're all jind of new.

minor mason
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There are ways for a GM to still run a game with a player missing for a session.
It's also possible that the GM will just refuse to run that session if there are not enough players. Ask them.

wild onyx
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DM might say they just shadow the party and do nothing, risk nothing until the player returns. Or the player might hand over tactical control to someone else. Or another alternative.

strange thunder
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Thank you.

minor mason
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The GM might also rule that the character went elsewhere, and they'll reinsert the PC later

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In any case, let your GM handle it

minor mason
strange thunder
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Okay thank you, I'll mention these to him because it's his first time DMing and he's unsure himself.

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This is our first game and we've worked through a few hiccups. Thank Mystra for the internet and discord:p

mint bolt
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hi ^^

fallen surge
strange thunder
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Hello

lean vortex
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Hihi

minor mason
half salmon
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hey there
I was wondering, how do you usually look for DnD groups ?
I just moved in a city (grenoble, france) and figured it was a decent opportunity to join a DnD group

lean vortex
half salmon
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it's for physical groups, I'll go ask around local gamestores, thanks

lean vortex
half salmon
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well first I'll have to find some that are interested in it

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which may be a challenge in itself

lean vortex
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Put on your very best dnd pitch and roll a nat 20 on persuasion

safe hearth
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I'm newer to DND and I wanted to pick myself up a copy of a PHB and Monster Manual but I'm not sure which ones to get

minor mason
safe hearth
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Im a player in my first campaign and we use the 2014 edition as we started before the 2024 handbook was released but I don't know which one is better for the long run

minor mason
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Also if you're not planning to GM then you don't need the Monster Manual

lean vortex
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Unless you wanna memorise all monsters like its an exam and metagame at every oppertunity

minor mason
safe hearth
safe hearth
jagged latch
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can anybody tell me on what websites i can buy DnD Dice and stuff

wild onyx
jagged latch
thorn bloom
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Probably see way too many messages of this nature and for that I am already apologetic >.<

I'm a n00b and was hoping to find a group to learn from/with. However the LFG channels don't allow me to post anything. What steps do I need to take to be able to post in those channels?

alpine hornet
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How can i get into dnd as someone whose never played before? Seems difficult to find the exact group that fits what i need and will accept a player like me

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fallen surge
thorn bloom
jagged latch
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is dice, dice trays, dm screen and the player handbook all the dm needs

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including printed player sheets

main fulcrum
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You don't even technically need the screen or the trays tbh

fallen surge
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Dice Trays and a DM screen are optional. And the you could potentially use the free basic rules instead of the players handbook, if you were ok with having less player character options. You can actually play D&D without purchasing anything if you really wanted to

jagged latch
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ok

mortal rapids
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dwarven battle mage looking for a game any level is fine

alpine hornet
fallen surge
alpine hornet
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Cool thanks

wild onyx
# mortal rapids dwarven battle mage looking for a game any level is fine

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.

minor gulch
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Hi. Hello. I have zero knowledge about dnd, but i‘ve always seen it in shows that i‘ce watched in the past and it always interested me. Does anyone here have the patience to teach me what i need to know? Haha

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fallen surge
mossy bison
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Hii dndLove
I'm also new to DND, I've been interested in it for a long time now but I was too shy to start playing

minor mason
void gulch
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New blood here

mortal veldt
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hey im new to dnd, i want to find a party that would let me join

minor mason
gritty bloom
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new to dnd and am looking for a party to join!

exotic remnantBOT
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thorn vapor
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i am a dnd guy that has recently moved over 1k miles away from anyone that even knows dnd, no friends and single dad taking care of three kiddos. I NEED HELP! im origianilly a paper guy but wanting to get into online dnd if anyone has room for one more player please lmk, in need of an escape into a realm of dnd haha

echo kelp
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Please use the Looking For Game channels to find a group/game to join

wild onyx
# thorn vapor i am a dnd guy that has recently moved over 1k miles away from anyone that even ...

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.

wary mural
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Hi I am new to dnd and I am looking for resources that will help me get a rudimentary understanding of how the game works

wild onyx
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river peak
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Hi there, I’m relatively new to DnD. I love the lore, the artwork and just everything about it. I’ve tried to run Lost Mines for a group of friends but we got stuck role playing for about two hours and just never picked it up again. Anyway, looking for a casual, consistent group to maybe join!dndCheers

solar lotus
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Also new to dnd here, I’ve watched some campaigns on YouTube, and created one character but that’s as far as I know. Looking to play my first campaign

exotic remnantBOT
verbal cosmos
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Not sure where to put this but i have a question about the difference between looking-for-players vs looking-for-community because my looking-for-players post got flagged as looking-for-community and taken down?

edgy onyx
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Basically looking-for-players would be for a single game or campaign, while looking-for-community is for things like servers, westmarches or other more community focused things

So likely either your post would fit there better, or you worded your post in a way that made it very unclear about which one it would belong. You could check by asking in #moderator-support if you wanna be sure, or feel like it was a mistake

olive heath
solar lotus
olive heath
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exotic sinew
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How should I do my prayers, I’m new when it comes to rp and just joined a heavy rp campaign, and wanna try to roleplay a prayer, yet have no idea how to do it

obtuse fern
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Hey, so I just finished my 4th palythough of BG3 and I wanted to start playing DnD for real. Any tips on how to find a group or how to meet people of whom would be interested in helping me start my journey?

minor mason
minor mason
obtuse fern
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Okay, thank you for the help

latent glen
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I just posted on looking for dm. But things changed since I found two other guys that want to join. Is there any way I can change the details on my post?

main fulcrum
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You can't edit your post, but you should be able to put addendums in the thread for it

latent glen
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I see thx

molten swift
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Hey yall. Ive been in two campaigns for quite a few number of months now. I did join one late, so one is about to end most likely. I want to try my hand at DMing. I was wanting to experiment with sci-fi and investigation themes (open to including some levels of fantasy if players desire it). Any tips for a first time DM? mainly looking for things like world building, finding players, and how I should build my campaign over time. I think session prep is what scares me the most... maybe balancing stats and all. I have only ever used roll 20 but would be open to using other tools. Thanks!

minor mason
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The 2024 DMG has a lot of great advice

molten swift
minor mason
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Also, if you're really into running sci-fi games then there are much better systems for that.

molten swift
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im all open ears for this stuff

minor mason
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The ones I run are Edge of the Empire and Traveller. There are plenty out there depending on what flavour of sci-fi you want

molten swift
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ill look into it

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thanks for the info

minor mason
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There's also Starfinder, which is D&D adjacent

molten swift
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is there a wide amount of sci fi style maps out there?

minor mason
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There are plenty

molten swift
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Its easy to find fantasy settings so i hope so

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ok good

main fulcrum
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Or if you prefer to stick with d&d, the Spelljammer setting is sci-fi-esque

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Let's see if I can remember the right tag for this

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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
long orbit
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okay, im new player of dnd, what should i do guys?

lavish kayak
unkempt void
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were should i go to learn how to DM

edgy onyx
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#learn-to-play has some good respurces to get started, and if you've got any specific questions, this channel is a good place to ask and people are happy to help!

unkempt void
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Thanks

minor mason
wheat crystal
unkempt void
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hahaha thanks i didnt even see that

unkempt void
molten swift
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whats the best place to find world maps, zone maps, etc? especially for a dark and gritty sci fi style of thing?

lavish kayak
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czepeku

remote willow
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2 minute tabletop is my go to

lavish kayak
remote willow
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other than various inkarnate subreddits

hearty escarp
lavish kayak
remote willow
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i got the full package from 2 minute tabletop a week or two ago when it was on sale

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not sure if thats still the case but im really satisfied with it

unkempt void
remote willow
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they also have a ton of free ones ofc

unkempt void
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and while im at it i have the 2014 monsters manual is that one fine or should i get the 2024 one as well

lavish kayak
remote willow
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eh idk about that, new manual cuts a lot of lore

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but the stat blocks are generally a lot better and trim a lot of the fat

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the art is a huge glowup too

hearty escarp
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For the Monster Manuals especially, it makes little sense to get both, as they largely contain the same monsters.

minor mason
leaden grove
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I heard that Artificers can easily make some gold by selling their replicated magic items for example acid vials with the alchemy jug. But I feel like sending stones could be worth a lot more, how much can I sell those for?

echo kelp
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You'll need to check with your DM as they decide what rules are in effect at any given game context at their table and they may adjust prices of things based on a variety of factors.

edgy onyx
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There are some rules for selling magic items in Xanathar's

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Though still it'd come down to the DM

hearty escarp
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It's also not unlike saying: "You can easily make a lot of money selling some colored water that you're pretending are healing potions".
It's only easy as long as people don't recognize the scam.

echo kelp
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Yeah and the DM may decide that if those items leave your general area (e.g. not with you or the party), they lose their magical enchantments and break apart... DM's generally don't like game breaking shenanigans such as ways to get infinite gold.

fresh fable
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Bear in mind if you make a sending stone and sell it, it’s one of your infusion slots used so you either never use it again or you use it and maybe have a grumpy customer wondering why his rocks don’t work anymore

edgy onyx
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Though also if I'm not wrong, replicated magic items take up your infusion slot, so you'd either be permanently out of that slot if you keep the item magical, or you're scamming people when the infusion ends

fresh fable
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Great minds saragon

edgy onyx
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So best case scenario you'll get a handful of gold in exchange for some ✨consequences ✨ afterwards

leaden grove
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But yeah I was just reading that infusions are temporary and merchants might see through it, or just use the identify spell to learn that those sending stones are temp.

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Well then I can just pick alchemy jug and sell the liquid (acid I think is the most valuable one) it produces.. the products from alchemy jug should stay indefinitely.
Plus I'm dwarf, alchemy jug might be useful to always have some beer at hand even while adventuring

echo kelp
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You're more likely to end up with the DM pulling you aside and discussing how game-breaking infinite resource generating tricks do not lead to a fun D&D time for everyone at the table (which includes the DM) and to please knock it off or they will remove the item at issue or remove you as a player at their table.

leaden grove
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I just need that extra gold for a shield that's it.
And a 100 gp gem for the humunculus servant

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Anyway what's more useful in general between sending stones and alchemy jug?

hearty escarp
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Sending stones have been used more often to good effect in my games. After all, it solves one of the main issues when the party separates, even just for a short distance.

edgy onyx
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Probably sending stones. Communication with long distance tends to be more useful than jug that gives you same stuff you could just buy for few silver at most

winged token
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Hello :D

leaden grove
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Alright! Sending stones it is then. I was thinking alchemy jug mainly for roleplay reasons because my dwarf loooooves beer.. and alchemy jug can produce free beer 🍺

winged token
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What is the minimum time for a dnd session? I really wanna try out the character I made but I am busy a lot. Also I have no clue about dnd, only know I can roleplay as my lady and I love it

echo kelp
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Typically a D&D session is anywhere from 2-4 hours but each D&D group is different and there have been some D&D sessions running for 8+ hours (with breaks) and in other cases short sessions lasting maybe an hour.

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So it widely varies

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But typically 2-4 hours.

winged token
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I am kinda scared to try ngl haha. I would love to try but I would need a DM to be my tutorial lol

echo kelp
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You may also want to check out Play by Post games (text-based D&D) as they are typically asynchronous (so you post when you're able) and thus not tied to a specific "play" time.

winged token
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Ooooh

echo kelp
keen frigate
winged token
winged token
echo kelp
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When you feel like you have a decent grasp of the core game mechanics (don't have to memorize it but knowing how to make a character and how to do standard dice rolls such as a d20 test really helps) and ready to look for a group, check out #find-a-game for info and instructions on how to use the Looking For Game channels here on our server.

winged token
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I have a dragonborn druid lady :3

winged token
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Wowie, so much reading

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The guide is really well written

smoky scarab
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I specialize in multi classing my characters

winged token
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Multi classing??

edgy onyx
# winged token Multi classing??

Basically taking a level in another class when you level up, instead of the one you start as
Not something you need to worry about as a beginner 😛

safe hearth
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Is multi classing worth it most of the time?

edgy onyx
safe hearth
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Makes sense

edgy onyx
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It sounds like a cool idea; "Wow I get to play as TWO classes!", but it's not that simple

lavish kayak
safe hearth
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So if I'm a rune knight fighter going for a grappler unarmed fighting build, is there any multi class that could help me achieve that?

lavish kayak
safe hearth
lavish kayak
safe hearth
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I kinda know what multi classing is as everyone in my party, except me, had to multi class as a warlock for a story reason

edgy onyx
safe hearth
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Well I was just learning what it was but that makes sense

edgy onyx
lavish kayak
edgy onyx
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Like what do the warlock mechanics add to the story

safe hearth
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I guess it's part of the campaign

lavish kayak
edgy onyx
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You can have a patron, or patron -like entity without mechanically multiclassing into warlock

lavish kayak
safe hearth
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It had something to do with them inhailing winds of a titan

edgy onyx
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You don't need to ping me each time

safe hearth
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And then they were confronted by the patron of one of my party members

lavish kayak
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okay saragon

safe hearth
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Yeah one of my friends was bound to a Patron for a while and he confronted all of the party members that had their guard down from inhaling the winds

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I was the only one who chose not to and got to escape before nearly dying in combat

safe hearth
lavish kayak
safe hearth
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Oh

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Lol

minor mason
lavish kayak
edgy onyx
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But yeah this is definitely one of the "traps" people fall into when it comes to multiclassing, which includes some DM's choosing a player should get levels as another class
Like often I see people (including one of my own) wanting to multiclass into Cleric or Paladin because their character has either found god or their story starts to move towards helping or even serving one, but nothing says your character can't just be religious without multiclassing into it. It's possible to just roleplay it
Same for the Warlock example. A player or the whole party can have a powerful patron they're working for without having to become warlocks. That's something the DM can just show in the game and story, rather than taking on unnecessary levels in class that adds nothing but the mechanics, really

minor mason
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Multiclsssing for no good reason usually just delays your progression. The build also takes more character levels before it goes online

edgy onyx
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You can be nature related or protect the nature without multiclassing into ranger or druid, or tell stories and song without levels in bard

safe hearth
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That makes sense

edgy onyx
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Sure, sometimes you might want something from a class because some mechanic or ability from it really adds to your character's fantasy, in which case sometimes, sometimes multiclassing can be the right choice, but as I said before, definitely not a beginner topic, and definitely nothing you should do just for the sake of multiclassing 😛

minor mason
safe hearth
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Well my friends dad is the DM so idk if he's new or not

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Yeah maybe he played more when he was younger and is just getting back into it? Idk

minor mason
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Anyway a level in warlock isn't really a deal breaker. It's just a dead level for most builds.

safe hearth
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Yeah

minor mason
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And adds unnecessary complexity

safe hearth
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But they all got Eldritch blast I guess lol

lime turret
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There are definitely worse one level dips.

split oracle
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is it possible for one world to handle 50 players ?

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I was thinking of making dnd activity in some server and was wondering if it would be possible to have 50 players in one world but different regions

wild onyx
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Say there's a road that the merchants avoid because of Shinsnap the ogre and his hobgoblin henchmen. Prices in the region have gone up. Then a band of adventurers show them a fireball or two. Your DMs will need to know about the change.

split oracle
wild onyx
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It's definitely possible, but it will take some organisation.

split oracle
split oracle
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like just teaching them the basics at first before actually starting

wild onyx
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Run one-shots. Make a schedule, gather regular players and DMs.

split oracle
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thanks a lot

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I gotta research this a lot before actually presenting it to server management for approval

minor mason
split oracle
echo kelp
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GM = DM

wild onyx
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This is something that you'll have to work on and build up. It might be possible to gather fifty players in a weekend, but you'll get better results if you start small and develop outwards.

minor mason
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Getting players is orders of magnitude easier than getting GMs. You should take that into consideration when planning your community game

split oracle
split oracle
minor mason
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Best of luck

ruby crater
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Hi, I'm new and not sure where to start with finding a group 🙂
I finished building my character on DnDBeyond and downloaded the character sheet, but that's about it

minor mason
exotic remnantBOT
#
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ruby crater
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Oof thanks, didn't spot that ^^

tardy forge
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Hellooo, I joinned this server thinking I can try and learn how dnd works, because I rlly know nothing about it except for the bare minimum, I hope someone can help me

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fallen surge
tardy forge
zinc talon
tardy forge
tardy forge
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Uh, what's an encumbrance? I was overwhelmed before with all the info thrown at me in the dnd beyond character maker, now im lost-

wild onyx
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How much you can carry. If you go over, you're encumbered, which is unhelpful.

minor mason
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Many GMs ignore it

tardy forge
minor mason
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Or greatly simplify it

wild onyx
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But unless you load up with tons of tools and such or have an especially low Strength score it doesn't tend to come up anyway.

tardy forge
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I understand now, thx alot, ill definatly be back here tho :D

minor mason
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There's an option in Beyond to disable it. Ask your GM how they handle encumbrance

tardy forge
hearty escarp
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It may also be worth noting that the rules term for this is Carrying Capacity:
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/rules-glossary#CarryingCapacity

It's how much your character can carry, period. There is no "over this you're encumbered".

Encumbrance is a term that DDBeyond added themselves. There is a variant rule in the 2014 version of 5e that was called Variant: Encumbrance though. In this variant ruleset, there is such a thing as overencumbered.
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/basic-rules-2014/using-ability-scores#LiftingandCarrying

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Other than that though, I agree with the others that it's very much up to the DM in how much this all matters.

exotic nebula
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I'm looking for a DND group, played only twice before and haven't Dmd yet

fallen surge
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Welcome! If you’re looking for a group to play with, then you should head over to the #find-a-game channel and read through the instructions posted there. That will guide you though the process of looking for a group

exotic nebula
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Thank you

tardy forge
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How do I make custom species?

fresh fable
tardy forge
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No... thats why I'm asking

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Lemme check

fresh fable
tardy forge
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Sry, there's lots of things I don't notice, I'm still confused about alot of stuff

fresh fable
tardy forge
fresh fable
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Thri kreen are the insect race

tardy forge
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I didnt see those when making mine, also, I want a more specialised species for my character, its rlly just a small human with bug traits

fresh fable
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What traits?

tardy forge
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Wings, like, a hundred eyes, entenni, etc, thier still mostly gonna be human tho, like soft skin, hands, yknow, normal human things we all have

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Ion feel like going into explicite details rn

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But if it helps I can

fresh fable
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So you want to be able to fly?

tardy forge
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Yep

fresh fable
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You may have to homebrew them, you could reflavour a fairy

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But all this will need DM approval so bear that in mind

tardy forge
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I already started from scratch lmao, im on the short desc part

tardy forge
fresh fable
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Yes

clear mist
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Hi hi

smoky adder
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Welcome!

clear mist
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im wondering where to start, I honestly know nothing about dnd, should I look for a game first or try to make a character?

smoky adder
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I'd generally wait to build my final character until I know more about the campaign itself.

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But I'd definitely recommend coming up with a few loose ideas for characters you might enjoy.

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Then when you do find a group, you can work together to pick the one that fits best and add any finishing details.

winged wedge
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I’m still relatively new (I’ve done a handful of 1 shots and I’m in my second full campaign) and when I started I first sort of played with looking at a few classes that appealed to me, made a few ideas of characters just to get a feel. But, once I found a group I ended up modifying or making new characters to fit the flavour of the campaign.

How far have you gone down the rabbit hole so far? Found any classes that catch your eye? Are there things you are excited about? Or nervous about?

minor mason
fervent tundra
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Hello. Name is Mohamed . (You can consider me here as Medical support in general.) For long time I want to know about DND so I came here... (I join the discord server)

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fervent tundra
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Should I get the game first and make my own character. I really have no idea about the DnD , so can anyone help me.

fervent tundra
fallen surge
fervent tundra
fickle rain
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Anyone wanna try doing a basic dnd

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Im a new DM

arctic acorn
fickle rain
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I tried

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It won't work

arctic acorn
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Have you read the instructions carefully?

next burrow
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Hello!! Is this the right place to ask questions?

fallen surge
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Depends on the question, but if you're new to D&D and want to learn how something works then yep, ask away!

next burrow
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Yeah so! I am currently a new dm/players in a place where there are no good players/dms and where i know absolutely nothing about d&d, i really want to start with some friends but i dont know where to start (pen and paper way)

simple pollen
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Hello there, I'm new to DnD and have some questions about combat system as I don't understand it too well.

If DM describes a fight and make choice to attack can character try to dodge it additionally or stop NPCs attack if it's close enough or is it all about the roll and how tou (as DM) describe the outcome? It might be a stupid question but I only played one campaign and have not learned much about how the system works

minor mason
fallen surge
# simple pollen Hello there, I'm new to DnD and have some questions about combat system as I don...

So, every creature has a stat on their character sheet or stat block that is called Armor Class or AC for short. When an attack is made against that creature, the attacker rolls a d20 and adds their modifiers. If the total from that roll equals or exceeds the target’s AC, then the attack hits. If it’s lower than their AC, then the attack misses.

Your AC is a numerical representation of your ability to block and dodge attacks. So a light and nimble rogue and a heavily armored fighter will both have a high AC. The flavor descriptions of whether you dodge out of the way or shrug off the attack with a shield or whatever else is up to you and the DM. The numbers and dice are what determine if you hit or not

minor mason
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But normally, that is the point of AC. If the attack doesn't hit, it can be flavoured as a dodge

fallen surge
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?tag new ac

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Armor Class (AC)

Your Armor Class represents how well your character avoids being wounded in battle. As a baseline, a character’s AC equals 10 + his or her Dexterity modifier, but characters often wear armor and shields, use spells, or have class or race features to improve their AC.

When making an attack roll, the attack hits if the roll equals or exceeds the target’s AC.

fallen surge
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This bot post explains things in a little more detail and provides some sources for more information

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next burrow
heady tapir
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whats up im and my friend @charred grotto are new to this dnd

obtuse radish
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yo i new how do i start

heady tapir
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me to bro

obtuse radish
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lol

heady tapir
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wanna figure it out together?

obtuse radish
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yes

heady tapir
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hell yea

obtuse radish
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hell yeh

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fallen surge
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Welcome folks. This bot post has lots of helpful information to get you started, including a link to the free version of the basic rules

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if you have any specific questions, feel free to ask them here

misty crag
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Is there any players and dungeon Masters that are trying to run a campaign?

edgy onyx
misty crag
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Appreciate the info

scarlet peak
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Helloo

lost silo
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Evening

strong nymph
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Helloooo I’m new here a veteran player and looking to join and or start a DnD party :3

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jovial delta
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Hi I read basics and rules abt this server so I somehow know basics. I'm new to d&d and have played only 2 d&d. Would someone be willing to help me learn or join some d&d games for me to grasp how it all works. I would appreciate it

fallen surge
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Welcome. If you've read through the basic rules, then you've already got a really good start. Feel free to ask any questions you might have in this chat. We're all more than happy to help. If you want to start looking for a group to play with, you can read through the instructions posted in the #find-a-game channel to learn more

jovial delta
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Ah, thank you

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for example what does this mean.
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[2] What style of game does the group play?
A D&D 5th edition campaign set in a custom/fictional world.
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should i be equipped with some sort of playing deck or kit ?
or are my playing d20 d6 d...... enough ?
does it explain also some rules that i should know or does it only concern theme of session ?

fallen surge
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"D&D 5th edition" tells you which version of the rules of D&D that game would be using. 5th edition is the most recent one, but some groups like playing older editions. Think of it like a video game that releases sequels every once in a while. Most people play Smash Ultimate now, but Melee still has a dedicated fan base. D&D works the same way.

"set in a custom fictional world" tells you that the DM has created their own world for that game to take place in. Some D&D games take place in pre-established worlds, and others are wholly unique, so they're just letting you know what to expect for this game

As for what you'd need to purchase, its actually possible to play D&D for completely free. You'll need a set of dice, but digital dice can be used for free if the DM allows it. The basic rules are free, and they include a bare minimum of character customization options, so you could make a character using just that. Purchasing other rulebooks and such would give you access to more options. Or you could potentially barrow rule books from the people you're playing with, or use online content sharing if the group is playing digitally

jovial delta
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so I should probably learn those rules before every session right, damn thats a lot of rules if there is so many of those d&d versions like you said

fallen surge
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You definitely don't have to learn the rules for every version of the game! Most people just pick the one they like and stick with that. Its not like you're going to be surprised by getting into a game using rules you aren't familiar with. I've been playing D&D for about 8 years now, and I've never played anything except 5th edition.

Even within the edition that you choose to play, you don't have to memorize everything. You just need a passing familiarity with it. There will be 4-5 other people in the group with you to help remind you of anything you might forget, and its perfectly fine to open a rulebook and check something while you're playing. That's totally normal

dull monolith
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I have a character now guys

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I am a forest gnome Druid

wild onyx
dull monolith
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I'm in two campaigns irl dw

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My brother and computer science teacher are both dms

wild onyx
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How handy! How can the Newcomers channel help you today?

dull monolith
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Are you real

wild onyx
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Real as you are, friend.

dull monolith
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I have two weapons taller than me as a gnome

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;-;

lean vortex
lean vortex
dull monolith
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No they're just both long

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Qstaff and a Javelin

echo kelp
round geode
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i want to play an owlin artificer but i dont want to pay anything on dnd beyond. any tips on filling out a charcter sheet??

echo kelp
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Print off a PDF character sheet, borrow Tasha's Cauldron of Everything (or other book that has the artificer class), start filling it out.

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No need to use DnDBeyond unless that's what you and your group use.

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Or if your group is in a DnDBeyond campaign and someone has Tashas and someone has an active Master Tier subscription, the DM can enable content sharing and everyone's stuff gets shared with everyone else in that camapign

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?books

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round geode
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oh ok thank you!! ive relied far too much on DNDBeyond. ive played for years and still dont know how to fill one out on paper 😭

static flax
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Hi, I'm new to Dungeons and Dragons and have been wanting to join a party (online or in-person) preferably one that runs on California time.

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hearty gust
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Multiclassing question. If I take like one (1) level in Wizard, so long as I have the spellslots for it, can I copy basically any wizard spell in my spellbook? Like, say I go 1 Wiz / 19 Sorcerer. Do I have access to like LVL 7 wizard spells if I happen across a scroll, or nay?

lean vortex
hearty escarp
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And you can only prepare wizard spells as per your wizard levels, so sadly that doesn't work out.

desert parrot
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Where can I find an online dnd game to join?

wheat crystal
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If you want to use this server to find a ground check out how to in #find-a-game !

fringe osprey
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So.
Someone explain checks to me and how do i get naturally accommodate them
Into the game?
What to use and when?

edgy onyx
# fringe osprey So. Someone explain checks to me and how do i get naturally accommodate them In...

Assuming you mean as a DM, you'd use them to determine whether a player succeeds at something when there is a chance of failure
You would decide a DC (A number they need to reach with a d20 roll + modifier + potential proficiency if they are proficient)

What skill to use you would decide based on the task, and what skill is closest to reaosnable.
Moving somehting heavy? Athletics
Trying to balance on something like a rope? Acrobatics
Trying to see or listen to something? Perception
Etc. etc.

topaz garnet
# fringe osprey So. Someone explain checks to me and how do i get naturally accommodate them In...

Whenever someone is doing something that isn't Attacking, or being forced to Save against something, and that thing is also reasonably accomplishable but not a given, it typically manifests as an Ability Check.
Examples include what Saragonvoid said, but each skill has their own description as to what they apply to, as well as a typically associated ability, such as Wisdom for Perception and Insight, or Dexterity for Stealth and Sleight of Hand.

So if someone wants to peek into a room and see if they spot anything hidden, they'd make a Wisdom (Perception) check to see how well their character does at that. If they enter the room and start looking at the state of it and want to see what their character could deduce from the details, they'd make an Intelligence (Investigation) check to see how well their character is able to investigate it.

When the task isn't clearly impossible like shooting the moon with an arrow or jumping to it, or so easy like petting a friendly dog or sitting down on a stool, and is instead of a reasonable decree of being unsure if the character does or does not succeed, a check comes along to set it to chance, with characters more specialized in it being more likely to succeed, and the sheer existence of the chance encouraging them to give themselves every edge they can, such as using rope and pitons when climbing, a crowbar when prying something open, or piecing together some clues they already have and seeing if their character can notice something about a specific topic.

remote tangle
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Hey I’m new to dming and I’m looking for tips for like a magic punk kind of world any ideas? Also am looking for some players

stable tulip
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I literally know nothing about this game, but I’m excited to learn

solemn light
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mint bison
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probably best you don't start by reading the rulebook
have you tried videos?

stable tulip
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Nope

mint bison
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give it a shot

fringe osprey
crimson aurora
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Hiii new to dnd

stable tulip
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Oh, now I see

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D&D sounds really cool, but I don’t have anybody to play with

crimson aurora
fringe osprey
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Is that right or am i still shooting in the dark?

mint bison
crimson aurora
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Is there a specific channel you go to find people to campaign with?

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fringe osprey
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Okay now
How do i
As the dm
Figure out which check to run and when?
Like if a situation requires 2 different checks to be used what do i pick?
For example.
An owlbear with weird arcanic things going on its body.
Do i get them to run an arcane check or a survival check or a history check to see if they have met an owlbear before?

minor mason
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Your call as the GM

stable tulip
solemn light
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And it could be different ones, for different answers.

fringe osprey
solemn light
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Might be a nature check to recognise the owlbear, but also note that something doesn't seem right, and an arcana check to notice that there are enchantments/spells involved.

fringe osprey
mint bison
solemn light
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Maybe a player will ask 'Can I roll X?' and you can ask how they think that'll apply and what they're looking for, and decide if not applicable or have them roll.

One tip- don't hide information you want players to know behind a check. Just decide 'The druid being familiar with animals knows X'

solemn light
fringe osprey
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Checks should be used for when there is a consequence to failure, and that failure doesn't just stall the plot. You don't need to roll for everything- especially for knowledge or noticing things, sometimes it's more fun and interesting to just give them the information that helps move things along. Only hide things if not knowing something gives an interesting complication.

(Also this might be better moved to #dm-discussion at this point)

fringe osprey
topaz garnet
# fringe osprey Its basically to help with diffrent things like if a wizard goes around studying...

Vaguely.
Typically Wizards invest in high intelligence which naturally lends to skills using intelligence, and their Proficiencies tend to lie among those knowledge skills such as Arcana. On the other hand, a Fighter typically has more physical skills, like Acrobatics and athletics, and goes for strength or Dexterity. Natural class desires for certain abilities, as well as what skills the class can choose from, lend themselves towards constructing these differences.

However, an eldritch knight fighter might go for intelligence, and gain a skill proficiency to close the gap between fighter and wizard.

solemn light
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This channel is more for covering the basics of the game and rules for getting started, but in depth DM tips and advice on running the game is better for #dm-discussion so as to avoid overwhelming new comers coming into here just to learn the basics.

fringe osprey
fringe osprey
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Thank you so much for your help

civic carbon
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Anyone got any tips on when your players kill a merchant you spent 3 hours on?

iron vessel
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Yo how this John work can I like find a group of people here to play with or how dose it work mb if that sounds stupid I’m not not sure

wild onyx
civic carbon
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It was pretty boss fight and there was buildup,they were neutral chaos

wild onyx
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If you stat it, they can kill it. I imagine the world might have a reaction. The merchant might have a family, influential connections displeased that he's been killed, there could be legal consequences.

civic carbon
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They were unfortunately in a cave and they did mass genocide abiding by "heavy stealth"-no one survives so no one can call the alarm

wild onyx
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Someone will notice when the merchant doesn't come out. Someone will probably send people looking for them. That someone might have any amount of access to skills and sorcery to figure out what happened.

All you've got to do is start posting missing person notices around the area. Then after a little while, murder investigation notices.

civic carbon
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Ah,thx for the advice

fair cove
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Hello, how can I find a virtual group for DnD? Also, what website/app would I use to play DnD virtually?

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^ Check our #find-a-game to learn how to use our Looking For Game channels to find a group/game

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As to tools to use when playing D&D online, that really depends on the group you play with.

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?tag new online

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^ Here's an article discussing different ways and tools folks use to play D&D online

fair cove
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Alright, thank you for the assistance

crimson aurora
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Can I be a cleric and have a gun to heal people?

echo kelp
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Flavor is free (describing how your healing magic works as "using a gun" may be fine - run it by your group).
Just don't touch the mechanics.

austere iron
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A bullet for you! And for you!

twin owl
slow thicket
bleak dragon
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Hey guys idk anything about dnd I just watched stranger things and fell in love with dnd

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I wanna learn

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How to play where to play everything

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hearty escarp
bleak dragon
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This is so cool I might cut my depression by this I have this feeling

bleak dragon
hearty escarp
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That's actually a fairly big topic! Most groups are privately organized.
Here on the server we have an lfg system, which you can read about here: #find-a-game
It also lists some good other places to look for groups.

bleak dragon
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Its private uk so how will I know

hearty escarp
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These will be advertised in the listed channels and locations.

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I recommend reading through the info in #find-a-game
It has further links to the channels that list the open games.

lavish kayak
primal fog
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Hi everyone. I'm totally new in the dnd world. A friend convince me to play and I really loved creating my character but since their campaign won't start anytime soon. I came to try find one and have fun

fringe osprey
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okay someone explain the difference between the wizard/mage classes.
like what does.
Sorcerer
Warlock
Wizard
do that makes them different.
from what i have read.
they have access to different spell lists and grow differently
similarly.
the difference between Monks Barbarians & Fighter?

fringe osprey
eternal pagoda
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I’m not sure about this, I’m basically a newcomer taking account all I know, but I think sorcerer roles are born with magic but Wizards usually have to learn magic, don’t listen to me I don’t know anything

fringe osprey
primal fog
eternal pagoda
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Also, I don’t know about this but I think wizards use a weapon like a wand but sorcerers don’t need that

fringe osprey
primal fog
tawdry remnant
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Hello! I’m new to the game, and I was wondering if there was anyway for me to spectate a new/ongoing game to learn the rules?

I understand at the time of sending this message it may be very early/late, so it obviously doesn’t have to be right now, I was just curious! ❤️

eternal pagoda
tawdry remnant
wild onyx
# fringe osprey okay someone explain the difference between the wizard/mage classes. like what d...

Wizards get the biggest list of spells to pick from, and use Intelligence as their spellcasting ability.

Sorcerers are slightly more focused on direct action spells, but also gain the ability to change some details about how they work. Their spellcasting ability is Charisma.

Warlocks have the fewest spells, but recover more quickly after using them. They have a set of features called eldritch invocations which offers high customisation. They use Charisma for spellcasting.

eternal pagoda
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# tawdry remnant Hello! I’m new to the game, and I was wondering if there was anyway for me to sp...

If looking for a game, best to check out #find-a-game and find a new player friendly game there. As for spectating, there are quite a few actual plays you can watch, although one thing to note for watching any group play is that they may have different rules and styles to each other- and by their nature actual plays intend to be played in a way that will be entertaining for an audience. #dnd-media could recommend some good Actual plays to watch.

tawdry remnant
fringe osprey
wheat crystal
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Spells that have a direct, often immediate & tangible effect on someone.

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So spells like Fireball, Chaos Bolt, Chromatic Orb over spells like Forcecage, Dream, Phantom Steed, etc

warped wave
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I have been wanting to play dnd for a little while now and I was wondering if its a good idea to start with playing a oneshot?

solemn light
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Yep, Oneshots are great ways to feel how you vibe with a group without commiting to a longer campaign.

limpid minnow
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Any online games on going that a new player can join

solemn light
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limpid minnow
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I cant find it lol

echo kelp
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Then check #channel-guide to see all the many channels, including the LFG channels

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Discord likes to hide things to try and be "helpful"

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You can also use id:browse to adjust what channels you see.

warped wave
blazing cipher
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is there any way i could do a game and learn or would that just slow everybody down? If not ill try to learn elsewhere but was just curious since ive never played.

lavish kayak
blazing cipher
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I hear your supposed to have character sheets and stuff i just have an old mines of phandelver board game that my brother and i couldnt figure out for the life of us and just ended up giving up years ago.

lavish kayak
blazing cipher
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well it had a board and a booklet

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some cards i think too

lavish kayak
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ohhh the starter set

lavish kayak
blazing cipher
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we were trying to be co dms and players simultaneously

lavish kayak
lavish kayak
blazing cipher
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didnt know how any of it worked

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like at all

lavish kayak
blazing cipher
# lavish kayak I can help

i would greatly appreciate it but like i said, closest ive done to this really other than that is like a tiny bit of baldurs gate

mystic cove
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Hey y’all. New to dnd I’ve heard podcasts of people playing, but i don’t even know where to start

echo kelp
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Stop soliciting/organizing games in these channels - we have the Looking for Game channels for a reason. Follow server rules and use them

lavish kayak
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will go to DMs

blazing cipher
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lost silo
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Hey His Royal, check out the links from the bot to get some great basic info. Once you read through it, feel free to come ask questions

vagrant trail
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Hey, I'm trying to make my first dnd campaign to play with my friends online, I have the map of the world, starter town and a dungeon but I don't know how to do anything else, can anyone help out?

lost silo
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?newdm

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Where do I start?
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echo kelp
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Check the bot message that was embedded in the chat

lost silo
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that was to trigger the bot which has some great basic info

vagrant trail
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Ok

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I also have a question

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What are the different types of dices for?

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For example which dice is for the judgement call or which dice is for actions like attacking

echo kelp
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?tag new dice

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Dice

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

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

echo kelp
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So you're mostly going to use the d20 (20-sided dice) to run D20 tests - e.g. "Make an attack roll to see if you hit the goblin with your longsword".
Player rolls a d20 and adds their proficiency bonus and modifiers (if applicable) and tells you the result. If that attack meets or beats the goblin's Armor Class, it hits.
You can then ask the player to roll damage - let's say they are using the longsword one-handed so they would roll 1d8 (that's a 8-sided dice) and add their strength modifier to see how much damage they do.

vagrant trail
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Ahh

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You can also ask players to make Skill Checks (another kind of D20 test) to do things like "Break open the door with a kick"
"Okay give me an athletics check to see how well that works".
You as the DM set a Difficulty Challenge level - let's say this is a pretty sturdy door and somewhat challenging to break with just a single kick, so you decide to set the DC at 14.

vagrant trail
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That makes a lot more sense now, thank you very much

echo kelp
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Player rolls a d20 and adds any proficency bonus and modifiers to the roll and if they meet or beat the DC, they succeed at the task.

vagrant trail
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Cool

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Ok

echo kelp
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Also don't ask folks to roll for mundane things or where success is guaranteed with time - usually you only need it where there's a risk of failure or a time-critical element to it.

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"You failed to kick the door open but the echoing sound of your boot thumping into the door has surely alerted the guards..."

vagrant trail
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How do I setup a campaign online? I've heard that dnd beyond is a good way to create a campaign,

echo kelp
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Oh so many ways lol

lost silo
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Noob is such a great teacher!

vagrant trail
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What do u recommend?

echo kelp
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I like Discord and Avrae + DnDBeyond but some folks really like having a virtual tabletop with maps and tokens so they use Roll20, Foundry, Owlbear.rodeo or other tools.

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But at it's heart all you need is a way to communicate, the basic D&D rules and/or additional D&D books/materials, character sheets for players, and a way to roll dice.

vagrant trail
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What's the one you use the most the most?

lost silo
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I use Discord for voice, D&D Beyond for the characters and rules, and Roll20 for my battle maps. all very simple to use and can be used for free until you are ready to full immerse yourself if yo u get ther

echo kelp
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I run my games using Discord, Avrae (Discord bot that helps with dice rolls/lookups/characters - Avare connects to DnDBeyond), and DnDBeyond for character sheets.

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Or in person (only occasionally do I get to do this) using physical books, laptop for Avrae lookup/digital dice rolls and DM notes, paper character sheets printed from DnDBeyond, and physical dice.

limpid minnow
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Anyone got a dm that wouldnt mind a newbie for online campaign!

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minor mason
strange thunder
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What is meant by a Westmarch campaign?

echo kelp
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?westmarch

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Ah okay thought we had a command for that dndLol

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Westmarch is a style of game where there's no set DM or group. Folks get together, find a DM willing to run a session, and then play.
Typically it's an open and shared world - meaning what one group does impacts the world for other groups.

strange thunder
echo kelp
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You can check some of the servers advertising in #looking-for-community to get a feel for a westmarch game as many of them offer such games.

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You might also be interested in Adventurers League which is D&D's official organized play system.

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It allows players who follow AL rules to take their character to different AL tables and continue to level up, etc.

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?al

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strange thunder
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Do Westmarch campaigns typically have like a mission board where you can pull missions from to run? I think I've seen that at my local game store.

echo kelp
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Many have something like that. Others are more world exploration with incidents/locations you run across while exploring.

feral dock
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Does anybody here know how to properly do the spells section of the character sheet?

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And like everything else? :')

echo kelp
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Spells.

  1. First check your class table to see how many spells you know at what level and how many slots and what level of slots you have at that level.
  2. Next go through the spells that your class has access to and note which ones seem interesting and that you'd like to take
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  1. Then add those spells to your spell list and then mark which ones you have prepared (refer to your class to know how many you can have prepared)
lusty marsh
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hello, i have quite a few questions about some rules and stuff. could anyone dm me and help me?

main fulcrum
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Ask and people will answer if they're around

lusty marsh
lean vortex
smoky adder
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Lots of other people have the same questions, too.

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So fire at will

lean vortex
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Theyre a moderator, if it turns out theyre too many blame them 😂

plush wyvern
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hi i've never played d&d digitaly but i have played the bord game version so i know the ropes

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echo kelp
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?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
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^ Some useful links to help get you started! Feel free to ask specific questions as you run across things.

rare cobalt
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Hi all! I’m a bit older (40s) and never played D&D because I never had friends who played. Have always loved the novels, games and am a fan of Critical Role. Want to find a newbie friendly group to play with. Any advice?

lean vortex
lusty marsh
# lean vortex Theyre a moderator, if it turns out theyre too many blame them 😂

well alright then.

  1. in a campaign with a set story (DoIP) do i get items that are already available to go with all their stats and what not and also what part of the story the players get them?
  2. in a custom campaign how do i give players loot? how do i decide what loot goes where and how good they should be?
  3. i noticed one some character sheet PDF's there's 3 pages, last one being the spellcasting page? is it not a necessity? is it just something u should have for convenience or does it change based on ur characters class?
  4. is there a simpler version of DoIP's story that i can find that's easier to understand?
  5. what exactly is inspiration? how do u get it?
  6. is there a map i can find of every place in DoIP? the set has one map and i was wondering if i can find more online so i can print them out to have them to play on.
  7. how do i get my proficiency bonus?
  8. do some saving throws and skills get locked based on having a certain race or class? and do they get "buffed" by the same logic?
  9. how do i give my players their starter loot? do the classes come with their own starter equipment? should i refer to DnD beyond to see those items?
lean vortex
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I see noob typing so imma just let them answer

echo kelp
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  1. Items are rewards usually for doing either a thing called for or for completing that part of the adventure (or for completing the entire adventure). Usually the adventure spells out when the reward is handed out and for what reason.
  2. The DM identifies items that fit the adventure and what the player characters could use. Generally it's easiest to start with consumables (limited use) as that way it's limited and won't break the game. That said, feel free to test things out - and be willing to walk it back if needed (communication is critical! let players know you reserve the right to pull it back or modify it for game balance reasons).
  3. Spellcasting page is nice to have for those characters who are spellcasters to list their spells, how many spell slots they have available, and indicate which spells they have prepared.
  4. I don't have an answer for this
  5. Inspiration is a reward the DM can hand out to reward good play and funny or epic moments. They allow a player to reroll a d20 in a D20 test.
  6. Not sure on this but you can check #dnd-maps for inspiration and tools for building your own maps if you want.
  7. Proficiency bonus is determined by your level - check your class table to see your proficiency bonus for your level.
  8. You get proficiency in certain saving throws based on your class. You may also get bonuses based on other features from background, class, or feats. Typically not from race/species.
  9. Classes come with their own starter equipment - refer to the class description in the rules to find what each class starts with. Also starting backgrounds may provide additional equipment.
lusty marsh
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thank you so much

jade socket
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One of the things I've been having the most fun with since my first one shot is putting a character together, but I'm seeing things that suggest it's not always good to make character to bring to a campaign, but build one specifically for that particular campaign. Are there any opinions or recommendations about which is the more preferred approach?

edgy onyx
ivory zodiac
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Can I join a campaign

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Pls

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I’m new tho

edgy onyx
oak relic
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In anyones opinion is DnD better online or in person?

ornate kiln
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I think in person is better in most cases but online is fine too

edgy onyx
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In-person absolutely works best for roleplay and nothing beats rolling physical dice, though online is so much easier to schedule, and online tools make things lot simpler

minor mason
oak relic
minor mason
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These are social games. Social activities are always better in person.

main fulcrum
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I prefer in person because I find it easier to roleplay and interact with the rest of the group, and because I like rolling really dice/minis

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I also just like the break from staring at my computer 😁

oak relic
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Where can I find people to play online with?

pseudo grotto
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I never played D&D so very new to the premise, but I’m only interested in playing if there’s dinosaurs involved

lost silo
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They can be involved. I use them in one of my five campaigns

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You can learn more from these links

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shell siren
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Hi, I have never played D&D like ever, I checked on some websites. I have checked the thing that Dyno bot is talking about on how to find a game. But is there a list of places I can find 5th edition games for free online. Because I am not really prepared to spend money on D&D. I have tried to find a party on another TTRPG but had no luck. Got any tips?

tardy idol
# shell siren Hi, I have never played D&D like ever, I checked on some websites. I have checke...

Just keep trying on discord ddb and reddit and youll find something it might just take a bit

Its usually easier to find if you make sure you mention youre new if you post an add yourself and if you look around that you look for the games saying newbie friendly as well and you should normally find something somewhat quickly

You wont need to spend money but at the same time if you would the quality and consistency of the campaign would be higher( i only play without money involved too though )

For places to look:
This discord
Dnd beyond forum
Reddit(sry but no clue if im allowed to link subreddits)

proud burrow
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Hello

lusty marsh
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does anyone know where i can find every class's subclasses? DnD beyond only shows me like 1 for each class

hexed ore
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Hmm

lime turret
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Buy the core rulebooks.

hexed ore
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I mean I can sorta teach you

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Nvm

lost silo
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the free rules only come with one unfortunately.

hexed ore
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True

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Just hoping I can join people in dnd

cyan drum
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So like- I honestly have NO idea how to play or even start a dnd game

hexed ore
cyan drum
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I have all the books and stuff for it but idk

hexed ore
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Damn

rocky fog
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is there a website or online template i could use to make a character?

minor mason
rocky fog
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it does?

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idk if we using the latest dnd

wheat crystal
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What edition are you playing?

rocky fog
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5th edition

wheat crystal
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Then yeah D&DBeyond should be fine

rocky fog
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oh ok good

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thanks

wheat crystal
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If you’re playing 2014 rules only then you’ll just need to enable the legacy content toggle on the first page of the character creator

rocky fog
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also how would multi classing work if you start at lvl 7?

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would it be a few levels behind?

vital sail
proud burrow
pseudo grotto
lime turret
balmy star
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How can I play online with other people? I don't have any friends who play.

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vital sail
versed quiver
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Appears

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Not sure, what to ask here.

arctic acorn
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I suggest you check this out.

exotic remnantBOT
rocky fog
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Or a lot to remember and and keep track of

lean vortex
rocky fog
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That doesn’t sound that bad

edgy onyx
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There's rules to the multiclassing and it isn't just anyone can multiclass into any class and get everything from the other class
And its very easy to make yourself weaker if you don't know what you're doing

Basically don't multiclass just for the sake of multiclassing, without knowing what you want from the multiclass. It's really not a beginner topic also

lean vortex
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I mean youre free to do so, but generally its more effort to get a good multiclass

rocky fog
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I mean Ik what I want from the multiclassing

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I’m doing fighter and Druid

lean vortex
rocky fog
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Ok

edgy onyx
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To be more specific, you'd want to know mechanically what kind of synergy you would be getting, not just "I wanna play these two classes"

kind snow
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@jesoe

grave pewter
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Yo me an my friend are new to dnd this is his first time even trying it an my first time doing it to anyone wanna join the campaign

balmy star
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If you multiclass as a level 3 cleric and into a level 1 paladin. Would you lose everything from both classes if you decided to become an Oathbreaker?

arctic acorn
grave pewter
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Oh I’m sorry I didn’t know

arctic acorn