#dnd-newcomers

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hearty blaze
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Very important

olive hill
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every npc?

hearty blaze
olive hill
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like even random people on the path

hearty blaze
spring rock
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Make your dm mad by paying attention at the table and knowing everything about how your character works

hearty blaze
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Also play respectfully and stay informed of what’s happening

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that way they won’t know when it’s coming

olive hill
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ok thx i gtg big day tmrw

hearty blaze
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Aight

uneven cargo
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Hiii

exotic remnantBOT
hearty blaze
winter fiber
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can you tell me 1 rule? you never told me even just 1

hearty blaze
winter fiber
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is that some philosophy?

hearty blaze
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It’s a combat rule

echo kelp
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When an enemy willingly moves away from your character, you can attack them

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That's what it means

winter fiber
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honestly you're my most favorite person here

hearty blaze
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Good to hear, they’re a moderator

winter fiber
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they speak in riddles while you actually help so thank you

serene valve
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Nobody here is speaking in riddles. You asked for someone to teach you a rule and they did.

echo kelp
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We are all trying to help but the more you read on your own and come back with specific questions, the easier it will be for all of us.

winter fiber
uneven cargo
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Hehe

winter fiber
serene valve
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I’m sorry but if you need NuggetN’s description to be simplified you either need to read more or I don’t think D&D is for you.

hearty blaze
winter fiber
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i wanted to learn about ability scores

echo kelp
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To be fair folks have different mental models (e.g. how they experience and understand the world) and so there isn't a perfect way of teaching

hearty blaze
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And Undying got you information on that

serene valve
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Then learn about them. You are using a computer to ask this when you could just… Google it.

hearty blaze
echo kelp
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?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

serene valve
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Oh we have commands for it. Neat.

hearty blaze
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I already forgot them all

echo kelp
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Yep - ?tag new abilities

winter fiber
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ooo yay

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wait 1 to 20 what does that mean?

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oh wait nvm

serene valve
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Those would be numbers.

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You use them to count.

winter fiber
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wait i thought the limit was 15 not 20?

hearty blaze
echo kelp
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You have 6 ability scores - they can go from 1 to 20

winter fiber
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the youtube videos said it's 15

uneven cargo
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I feel like being 15 im going to find no rps:(

echo kelp
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The ability scores determine your modifiers and thus influence your skills

serene valve
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D&D’s stat limit is 20 by default — there are rare situations in which this can be exceeded.

hearty blaze
spring rock
hearty blaze
winter fiber
serene valve
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Didn’t think about that.

winter fiber
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alr imma continue reading

echo kelp
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You can post links as long as they comply with server rules and you provide an explanation of what the link is per server rules.

winter fiber
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but wait is there a way i can watch someone make their sheet on youtube? im a visual learner

hearty blaze
echo kelp
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Yes - check out WASD20. They have a youtube channel and actually go through the process of making a 2024 D&D character

hearty blaze
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Oh neat

winter fiber
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which is why i came here

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none of those people went fully into talking about what thay were doing and why

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oh and also how

echo kelp
spring rock
echo kelp
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I recommend having the free basic rules on hand and checking the process in chapter 2 to what is done in the video.

winter fiber
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ah geez im getting tons of D&D ads lol

echo kelp
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... yeah that tends to happen when you start learning about D&D

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here's all the other things related to D&D

serene valve
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Feel free to ask me questions as well. I’m less experienced, but if I answer incorrectly and someone here corrects me, that’s learning points for us both. ^^

But yeah, having a general consensus on what the rules are will be a huge help to you.

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Things start making more sense when you learn the game rather than just character creation.

hearty blaze
winter fiber
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the pokemon?

serene valve
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The Pokémon was named after that phrase. “Ditto” just means “me too”, basically.

hearty blaze
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Meaning “what he said”
But also there is also a person under the username of Ditto on the discord

winter fiber
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wait but ditto is a english phrase right?

serene valve
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I’m a huge fan of etymology for fictional creatures. I wanna get into it for D&D creatures if I can too, even if it pulls from various existing media.

spring rock
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Keep it on topic please

winter fiber
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if ditto is a english phrase and pokemon originated from japan then how did they get the name?

hearty blaze
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Even if it’s dnd related it’s not dnd newcomers related

serene valve
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I’ll close out by saying “don’t try to replicate an existing fictional character for your first D&D character”. Till then, have fun!

hearty blaze
winter fiber
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there is so uch to read where do i continue?

hearty blaze
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What do you know so far?

winter fiber
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im going through the chapters

hearty blaze
spring rock
winter fiber
echo kelp
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Again we recommend reading the first two chapters of the free basic rules

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But also this is not the channel for Pokemon discussions (that would be #non-dnd-topics)

spring rock
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Please just use Google and keep it on topic

winter fiber
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ok so guys apperently english is not a language so what do i replace it with?

spring rock
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Common

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Are you reading the rules are you just trying to wing it with a character sheet again?

hearty blaze
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I’m tryna help him

winter fiber
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what is initative

wheat crystal
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It is a dexterity check used to determine turn order in combat

winter fiber
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do i just put 100 and call it a day?

wheat crystal
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It is not a manually entered number. It is a roll using your dexterity modifier

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I assume you've reviewed the combat section of the Basic Rules?

winter fiber
winter fiber
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oh wait nvm

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i did read a little of it

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but didn't understand any of it

wheat crystal
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Seems like you skipped parts then which is probably why you don't understand

winter fiber
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what is a D20 test?

wheat crystal
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The basic probability roll of the game. Covers attack rolls, saving throws, and ability checks

winter fiber
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this is all it says about it

spring rock
winter fiber
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Each ability has a modifier that you apply whenever you make a D20 Test with that ability (explained in “D20 Tests”). An ability modifier is derived from its score, as shown in the Ability Modifiers table.

winter fiber
timid locust
winter fiber
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oh dice 20?

wheat crystal
winter fiber
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i read it but what does it look like?

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if i knew what it looks like i would understand

spring rock
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A die with 20 sides

winter fiber
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ohh so it is those things

echo kelp
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THere's also a d100 (a 100 sided dice - but often folks use 2 d10s)

winter fiber
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ok so do i roll it and put what i got?

spring rock
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Put where?

winter fiber
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in the initiative

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that's a lot of i's

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what now?

spring rock
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Your initiative bonus is your dexterity modifier

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That’s what you write on the character sheet

winter fiber
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i'll act like i know what that means soo do i roll a D20?

spring rock
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No don’t act like you know what that means, you should figure out what that means lmao

winter fiber
spring rock
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No, it actually does

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We all have access to the same website

winter fiber
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all it said was, Each ability has a modifier that you apply whenever you make a D20 Test with that ability (explained in “D20 Tests”). An ability modifier is derived from its score, as shown in the Ability Modifiers table.

spring rock
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Did you read anything about how to play the actual game yet?

spring rock
winter fiber
spring rock
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What are you having trouble understanding man? We’re talking in circles here

winter fiber
spring rock
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The whole rules? No I can’t

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Give me an example of what you don’t understand

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Do you understand how the game works?

winter fiber
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no just the Each ability has a modifier that you apply whenever you make a D20 Test with that ability (explained in “D20 Tests”). An ability modifier is derived from its score, as shown in the Ability Modifiers table.

short marsh
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There is a table that you need to refer to which tell you the modifier

spring rock
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Each ability has a modifier, that’s self explanatory

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When you roll a d20, you add a modifier to it

short marsh
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?modifyer

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?stats

spring rock
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The modifiers are based on whatever your ability score is

short marsh
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Guh

spring rock
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You can’t really simplify it much more than that man

echo kelp
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Every 2 points over 10 in an ability gives you a +1 to your modifier in that ability. So a 16 strength give you a +3 in your strength modifier.

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(but also that goes in reverse too - an ability score of 8 means you have a -1 modifer)

short marsh
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And anything under a 10 is a negative

echo kelp
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Yep

short marsh
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Yay math

spring rock
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@winter fiber Did you get all that?

winter fiber
short marsh
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The lowest you can go is 1 where -5
And the highest +10

winter fiber
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i gtg sorry

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that's a lot of math ngl

spring rock
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It’s REALLY NOT

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and there are tables that do it for you

winter fiber
spring rock
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I don’t know how much fun you’re gonna have in this game then, you literally add every time you roll the dice

winter fiber
spring rock
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Ok that’s enough from me

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Have fun buddy

winter fiber
short marsh
spring rock
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Even if it’s like, 1st grade math

umbral estuary
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D&D is just like if Maths and English Classes had a baby

hearty blaze
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Or Theatre

short marsh
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And improve

winter fiber
dull kindle
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Yeah its just adding and subtracting

minor mason
# winter fiber when you think about it everything is math.

Read all of the Basic Rules first, particularly the Players section. You were asking very basic questions that you would know the answers to if you had only read the rules.

People here are very helpful but if you want to play a tabletop RPG then you need to put in the work to learn it. And D&D 5e is one of the more simple systems out there.

winter fiber
minor mason
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Good to hear

winter fiber
minor mason
winter fiber
minor mason
winter fiber
minor mason
winter fiber
winter fiber
unreal mason
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Hello 👋🏻

minor mason
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Hallo

unreal mason
plush thistle
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Hey all. I’m new to D&D and was looking for a place to come in and play more often than I can do locally rn. I’m using the D&D and Beyond app to build characters, and I have low vision and read screen readers. That may complicate things for sure, but I’m willing to learn if there’s people who just like to relax and play the game for the fun it’s meant to be.

unreal mason
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What is the first step to actually play DnD with people?

wheat crystal
minor mason
wheat crystal
minor mason
unreal mason
wheat crystal
jade socket
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The math isn't bad in this. Especially if you're using the app for your sheet and rolls. All the math is done for you...

short marsh
lavish kayak
minor mason
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I meant the basic rules. I will edit the comment

lavish kayak
winter fiber
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guys im playing DND and it's getting boring is it the DM or is it that game? im guessing it's just the DM

lavish kayak
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in this game

winter fiber
lavish kayak
winter fiber
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i think it's just the story

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it's following some murder mystery thing

lavish kayak
winter fiber
lavish kayak
winter fiber
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im just soo bored it's all talking

surreal epoch
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hi

lavish kayak
winter fiber
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i made a great character that the DM can use too

lavish kayak
lavish kayak
winter fiber
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would it be rude to leave?

lavish kayak
fresh fable
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Dnd takes some time to get into games first few hours might just be getting the party together and some minor roleplay you’ll get some combat soon

winter fiber
lavish kayak
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if you dont like it after the first session is completed its a bit less rude

lavish kayak
winter fiber
wheat crystal
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Are you sure you’re playing in an actual committed scheduled session and not in a drop-in drop-out Roblox lobby?

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
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Just based on previous discussion

winter fiber
jade socket
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Yo...this just might not be for you. One that is super disrespectful to the DM and I really hope they aren't in this. Two, didn't you literally just start the process like this afternoon? After reading the entire afternoon's worth of back and forth in this thread, my immediate reaction to everything is that you're probably jumping in way too soon before actually learning the basics.

Something doesn't sound right about what you're saying. That sounds incredibly disrespectful if everyone is removing themselves from the game mid game. That doesn't jive.

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
winter fiber
wheat crystal
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You generally don’t just make a character and expect it to work in any game. You usually tailor the character to the DM’s world

winter fiber
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just the names

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
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Again, is this an actual scheduled D&D game or a Roblox lobby

lavish kayak
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and if you applied for the game you would have known the style

winter fiber
jade socket
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Dude are you kidding?

wheat crystal
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That would explain a lot

winter fiber
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also he is leaving in 15 minutes i guess

lavish kayak
winter fiber
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oh geez

wheat crystal
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To be frank that’s probably a fair part in why you’re not as engaged

lavish kayak
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wait is it actually roblox?

winter fiber
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the others are starting to criticize too

lavish kayak
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i thought you were kidding but

minor mason
winter fiber
lavish kayak
winter fiber
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oh wait

minor mason
winter fiber
lavish kayak
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its shows the channels

winter fiber
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sorry didn't mean to reply to him

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aannd the DM left

lavish kayak
winter fiber
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ok so how do i find an actual DND game?

minor mason
# winter fiber how?

You might also consider being a DM and running a game with your friends in-person.

winter fiber
lavish kayak
winter fiber
lavish kayak
wheat crystal
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Again, a big part of why you’re likely not as engaged is because you’re not really playing D&D, you’re jumping ahead without a proper character and skipping rules and dropping into an unscheduled “D&D-like” Roblox minigame and expecting it to be a true D&D experience

winter fiber
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so then it wasn't the DM or was the game it self it was the timing.

jade socket
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I was hoping you were kidding. Look man, don't want this to come off as discouraging, but I'm really hoping you take the time to try and learn some of the basics and find an actual game. A lot of help has been given to you in this thread and it sounds like you want 100% of the knowledge of how to play be just given to you without any effort to learn the game yourself. The community is great and helpful, but you've complained a lot about how the game works and what it entails.

Many people in here have given you guidance and tips on how to get the most of what you can without paying for anything. There's ways to find an actual game which have been shared numerous times in this thread this afternoon from what I've read. All the info is right there, and people continue to share it. Please try to show some effort and respect to the others that are trying to help.

winter fiber
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i knew it wasn't the game it's self.

winter fiber
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and i did show effort i read a lot.

minor mason
winter fiber
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imma go play minecraft.

winter fiber
lavish kayak
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this also sounds like you were all kids

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as its on roblox

winter fiber
minor mason
jade socket
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I'm not saying you insulted anyone. I'm saying that you have been provided a lot of help and answers to your questions and it doesn't seem like you're willing to accept that help for what it is. There is going to be a level of effort required by you to learn the game, and you don't seem to be showing that you're willing to do it. Almost every response you've given today has been a complaint against the way the game works.

It's going to take time to find a good game. But seriously take the time you need to actually learn it. At least the basics. Understand what the game is and how it's supposed to play out.

wheat crystal
# winter fiber honestly fair

It's a bit of all 3. D&D games are typically structured, scheduled events. Everyone agreed to meet and play at a certain time for a certain time. The DM has agreed to run a game for everyone (and should review characters beforehand). Players agree to engage in the game in good faith (and typically build characters for the world instead of vice versa). Having a flaky DM, players, unchecked characters all go against the norm

minor mason
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Kids play D&D all the time, but Roblox probably isn't the best platform for it

lavish kayak
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anyways ill be gone for like 40 minutes, see yall soon

potent ocean
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Guys is trying to do a homebrew race as a very beginner player bad?

lavish kayak
minor mason
fresh fable
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Yes learn the game before you break it

potent ocean
winter fiber
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ok guys this new DM seems great

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i love this new DM

fresh fable
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You found a new DM that quick lol

winter fiber
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the land is called "ooo" lol

minor mason
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How even

jade socket
winter fiber
wheat crystal
winter fiber
jade socket
winter fiber
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never left.

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the DM left my guy.

minor mason
wheat crystal
# winter fiber bro i didn't even do anything the DM left the game lol

The issue isn't joining a new game, it's the method of doing so and part of why it feels like you aren't taking feedback in good faith.

We've provided resources on how to find a game, make a character, etc and provided resources and explanations as to why going against those things are a bad idea and not conducive to playing the game. When you ignore all that and immediately do the thing we just pointed out as the reason why you're having trouble it feels disingenuous.

harsh beacon
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Which warlock subclass is best for summoning I want to play warlock but also summon a ton

winter fiber
minor mason
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Anyway, best of luck to you. I hope you find a game soon

jade socket
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I'm quite aware of that. I've read what you're saying. You're not reading what I'm saying. What I'm saying is that you're not making the effort to actually try and find an actual game. You want to learn how to play, and appreciate the game for what it is, do yourself a favor and find an actual game. Scheduled and structured. You've been given the resources to figure this all out. I really suggest that you do it.

You've shown no respect to anyone in this thread that has tried to help you. You've been wanting to get spoon-fed the entire game from the ground up and not actually make an effort.

harsh beacon
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Warlock heh

wheat crystal
# winter fiber idk some how it does

I can only assume how character sheets are integrated, dice rolls or other resources are managed/tracked, etc. Given your inexperience you should be cautious if it really does work or if it just makes compromises to provide a "D&D-ish" experience.

minor mason
winter fiber
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this dm is great

minor mason
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Until they leave again with no warning honk_Squint

wheat crystal
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Again not what I'm saying. A game being fun has no correlation to what you're actually playing

minor mason
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But hey, if you're having a good time then that's all that matters

winter fiber
wheat crystal
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If I boot up Skyrim and have fun does that mean I'm playing World of Warcraft?

winter fiber
minor mason
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Now I'm tempted to see this Roblox game myself

wheat crystal
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Alright with that answer I assume you're no longer engaging in this conversation in good faith

winter fiber
minor mason
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Sure, I'll check it out later

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This is off-topic in this channel though, so let's veer back to D&D

winter fiber
wheat crystal
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You're right it's rude to ask for help then ignore said help and troll with answers.

winter fiber
winter fiber
minor mason
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Ok, have fun man

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I'll have a look at it later. Should be interesting

winter fiber
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😁

wheat crystal
harsh beacon
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I see thank you

wheat crystal
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Np!

jade socket
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Dms do not just drop in and out of games and run them. I'm new to DnD myself and I even know that. Whatever you're playing on Roblox that's masking itself as DnD is not DnD.

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The comments of good faith are valid. I really hope you reconsider how you're using this thread and start taking to heart some of the feedback and support you're being given. Doesn't seem fair to anyone that's tried helping you today, and it also doesn't seem fair to any other newcomers that are coming in wanting to learn and ask questions here as well.

harsh beacon
wheat crystal
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Depends on what you want to summon, and what you want your summons to do

harsh beacon
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I want to summon things and also have a sword I heard necromancer with sword sucks

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I just want them to help me in battle

wheat crystal
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You might enjoy Bladesinger Wizard then

harsh beacon
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I’ll look into it

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Thank you

wet forge
lavish kayak
solemn light
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I think it time to move on and keep the space clear for more newcomers.

lavish kayak
wanton cosmos
harsh beacon
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I was also looking at the conjure wizard but sadly it sucks with sword

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I just want use a spell caster with a melee

tawdry laurel
harsh beacon
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That sounds cool I won’t lie but yea something like that

wooden whale
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Good evening everyone

harsh beacon
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Good evening to you

wooden whale
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How's it goin?

tawdry laurel
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But yea I think you could do that a few ways

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Bladesinger is an wizard subclass focused on blades and sorcery

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And in order to not be so squishy you could choose Lizardfolk as race cause they got an natural armor perk that gives them AC of 14

harsh beacon
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My last campaign so I was a lizard folk so this new one I wanted to try to be a human

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Or maybe a elf

wooden whale
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So i bought the 2024 phb. And I have mythic gme and the heroes of the borderlands starter set. What else do I need?

surreal epoch
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w pfp

wooden whale
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Hi

tawdry laurel
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Do you want to be a wizard more or fighter more or kinda equal?

minor mason
wooden whale
hearty blaze
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It depends what you enjoy more, but being a player is often easier.

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I myself started as a DM tho

tawdry laurel
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Player

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Much easier when you aren't responsible for others and have an guiding hand over you

hearty blaze
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Yeah

wild onyx
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As a player you can focus on your character. What's in front and around you, your goals and the rules that are important for your features.

A DM has to do that for every NPC, as well as generating interesting and fun scenarios for a group of players who might all have their own preferences.

tawdry laurel
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I just got into dnd a month ago and I wouldn't know where I would be without multiple dnd elders helping me out

hearty blaze
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Like, you don’t HAVE to start as a player, but starting as a Dungeon Master is significantly more complex.

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I only dm’ed as a first time because I couldn’t find a game otherwise

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And because it sounded fun for me

compact ridge
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I ended up starting as a DM just because none of my friends knew how to play or would take the time to read the book.

hearty blaze
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Sounds similar to me

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Couldn’t start a game otherwise

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Plus I knew the most in my friend group

minor mason
harsh beacon
tawdry laurel
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Hmm

cyan storm
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alright am new here

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this is all complicated

tawdry laurel
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Well there are many subclasses for each class to do something like that

tawdry laurel
harsh beacon
compact ridge
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Ranger is also kind of a fighter with some magic, as is a Paladin.

cyan storm
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are you guys going of dnd beyond rules?

tawdry laurel
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Which is annoying to me I must say

hearty escarp
tawdry laurel
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Cause I'd like to be a Battlemage without the whole oath stuff on me and the believe/devotian stuff

wild onyx
cyan storm
wild onyx
fresh fable
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Paladin
Ranger
Bard (sword or valor)
Fighter (eldritch knight)
Wizard (bladesinger)
Hexblade warlock

These can all be battlemages

harsh beacon
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@tawdry laurel Which do you think is better eldritch knight or the wizard sword one I forgot its name

cyan storm
tawdry laurel
tawdry laurel
wild onyx
harsh beacon
tawdry laurel
harsh beacon
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Thank you for the help

tawdry laurel
wild onyx
tawdry laurel
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Of course you can also multiclass a bit

tawdry laurel
fresh fable
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Not recommended for new players to multi class if you don’t know what you are doing you could nerf your character a lot

cyan storm
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woah fancy title

harsh beacon
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So like for the blade singer do you conjure a blade or just enhance a blade

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Sword *

hearty blaze
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Latter I’d say

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More so it’s a technique? I actually don’t remember the lore.

tawdry laurel
fresh fable
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It refers to the blade dance and the noise the sword makes

harsh beacon
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Blade singer does sound dope I’m not gonna lie

hearty escarp
harsh beacon
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I think I’ll give blade singer a shot this campaign

cyan storm
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blade singer is just a spellsword?

fresh fable
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Yes

cyan storm
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i feel so out of my depth haven't played dnd in years

hearty escarp
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All good. If you want to look through some newcomer resources, our bot covers a couple of helpful links.

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cyan storm
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are rogues still broken/

fresh fable
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Never have been

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Single target damage and utility kit

hearty escarp
cyan storm
# fresh fable Never have been

man when i played in high school i swear he had like 4 6 dice and jsut destroyed everything and a ranger has like no damage

harsh beacon
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Ranger is peak especially beast ranger

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Knock off everyone’s weapons with my bear

cyan storm
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i like bird animals

tawdry laurel
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Wizard Sangromancer (Grim Hollow) so I'm excited to see how strong this turns out

harsh beacon
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What’s that

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Is that like dlc

tawdry laurel
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Grim Hollow is third party so depending on people you won't see it

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It's a new setting and world with whole lotta new subclasses, good amount of new spells, and races

harsh beacon
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Is bladesinging like a third party

hearty escarp
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No it's official. Most recently released in the book called Tashas Cauldron of Everything

harsh beacon
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Thank you

edgy cliff
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Hi all, completely new to this. I’ve played a lot of MMORPGs online, but in terms and something like D&D, I’m a total novice. I’ve created my character and read through some of the rules. I learn more by sorting of doing rather than watching/reading. Just wondering where to go now?

lavish kayak
lime turret
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D&D is definitely a game that is learnt better by doing.

wild onyx
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But look at classes, species and backgrounds in the Free Rules and try putting a character together for practice.

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lavish kayak
wild onyx
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So they have, my mistake!

edgy cliff
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If I gave someone my character sheet and all the details, would you be able to help me? Give me advice etc. need help with an equipment too. Kind of just want to make sure everything makes sense.

echo kelp
elfin ermine
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So for a wizard, am I allowed to adjust the size of my casting orb and do I have to be holding it to cast or is it just allowed to float around me (I’m a Graviturgy wizard and I’m trying to fit the theme)

hearty escarp
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You technically need to hold it. But you could concieveably flavor it as far as having it float around as long as you still consider one hand as holding it.

hearty blaze
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Maybe have one hand busy controlling it

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That way you can flavour it however you wish, but you need to have one hand occupied

elfin ermine
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Ok, I so I can say it’s floating but I have a hand focused on it to keep it floating???

hearty blaze
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Ye

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That could work

hearty escarp
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Basically. But you'll have to be quite stringent about it.
As for the size, the book doesn't say anything about it other than weight. So I suppose you have quite a bit of leeway there.

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I'd just bring it up with your DM and make sure they're good with whatever you go with.

elfin ermine
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Ok, thanks!

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Another question, sorry! Am I allowed to tear the ball apart for style points and keep all the pieces of it floating or is that just a dumb idea lol

vital sail
elfin ermine
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Ok

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So it’s all about flavoring stuff without any advantage

echo kelp
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Reflavoring without changing the game mechanics

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Welcome! Check out #learn-to-play and the pinned messages here in the channel for useful resources to start learning how to play D&D

wild onyx
austere owl
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Hi so I'm pretty much completely new and wondered if there was a server someone could suggest for finding a campaign or if there's a dm looking for a beginner player out there?

exotic remnantBOT
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Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
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austere owl
muted spire
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Hi! I've been wanting to play for a while now but I still have to learn the mechanics of the game haha 😅

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harsh fjord
lavish kayak
ivory lichen
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Sup

lavish kayak
digital mural
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I'm trying to get into dnd but I'm worried I'll lose interest

harsh fjord
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Is that a bad thing? Maybe it's not for you. Or maybe you're only into it for a short while. Neither of those seem like terrible outcomes to me!

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The hope, though, is you find you do like it and enjoy it for a long time.

deft sigil
marble oar
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Idk how to create characters

deft sigil
marble oar
jade socket
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Character Builder in D&D Beyond has been super helpful for me as a beginner. Highly recommend, and then also back into it all by reading the book if you have access to understand the building process even more

surreal epoch
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Hi I’m new

hearty blaze
surreal epoch
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Hi nugget, can I ask how you made your mind on what character you made

hearty blaze
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Could you… rephrase that

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Like how do I decide how to make my character?

surreal epoch
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Yes sorry I’m not that smart

lost silo
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I think they mean - what was your inspiration, reason, etc as to why you chose a character that you did,

hearty blaze
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I see

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Well I mostly have 3 scenarios when I make my character

Either I make it off a prompt (7 deadly sins, stereotypical characters for each class, someone asks me for advice with their preferences)
Just pieces of inspiration either from random ideas, shower thoughts or quotes
Or
Getting a niche or interesting (and normally suboptimal) subclass/multiclass combo and making a character off there

I find that you should either find a trope, a subclass or a mixture of both to help make your character

surreal epoch
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Am I able to draw inspiration from like heroes off of movies or tv shows or does it have to be completely original

hearty blaze
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Example of no.2
“There is no one more afraid of dying than those who live forever”
A warforged cleric who was abandoned as a war effort that was given a human soul and emotion, and lost everything that was close to them. Then, though they weren’t living, they were able to harness the power of faith.

hearty blaze
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It’s a very common course of action for beginners, but it just constitutes a mindset that removes originality

surreal epoch
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No no not copy. More like take someone’s personality of a hero you liked and then just apply your own background and skills

hearty blaze
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For example?

surreal epoch
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Like Homelander’s lack of self awareness and inappropriate humor mixed with his selfishness and the powers and a backstory that is completely different and unique than his. Like you can tell my character’s inspired by a tv villain but has absolutely no similarities other than their behavior

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I am horrendous at trying to explain my thoughts so I’m sorry

hearty blaze
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No I get your point

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If it’s like that, and you throw your own spin on it, then sure!

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But try to get more original as you make more characters

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And try not to make them too edgy, it’s overused

surreal epoch
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Ah got it, I think I’m trying too hard to make sure I make a good character

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Are the skills and powers based on your class or do you make those up to

hearty blaze
honest mountain
hearty blaze
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I assumed proficiency and class features

surreal epoch
surreal epoch
main fulcrum
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Background, class and sometimes species.

honest mountain
surreal epoch
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peepoDetective hm okay

jade crow
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Hi guys! I just joined and am new to the D&D ive been trying to watch people play here and there feel like i have maybe a simple understanding on how to play. but a character shee seems like a nightmare. if anyone could give a good reference/guide on how to get started. id be uber thankful! ❤️

hearty blaze
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Also, any help with helping your character, whether it be backstory, feats, ability scores, or anything, is done in #character-discussion

jade crow
hearty blaze
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indigo onyx
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hi

hearty blaze
indigo onyx
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jst saying hi 😅 not sure how this works

hearty blaze
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You’ll learn more as you stay here longer.

celest shuttle
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Well met, adventurers! I’ve just arrived at your campfire and look forward to questing alongside you. Could you share which software or apps you use for your journeys, and how I might properly join the party?

hearty blaze
celest shuttle
hearty blaze
celest shuttle
hearty blaze
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“Not official to the rules and book”

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For example, say someone’s campaign gives them a magic item that creates a donut that explodes. That item does not exist in the official DnD books, and would be considered homebrew

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Any questions?

celest shuttle
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Ah I see, yes actually and could you guide me which is the appropriate channel to find a dm or community looking for a player. Who could help me setup and fill me in with ruleset of their game like take in a newbie like me

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Also do you think the using ai to create character acceptable or is it considered taboo?

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
edgy onyx
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And sharing anything AI generated is not allowed on this server

hearty blaze
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You joined the game to make a character and play it, why would you just get an AI to make it for you.

celest shuttle
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Pheww glad I got that out of the way, I draw manga sometimes so I have a good grip on drawing characters by hand

edgy onyx
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As a DM, I would have no reason to take in a player jsing AI to make and play their character. If I wanted that, I'd just cut out the middle man (the player) at that point

celest shuttle
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I think that's acceptable right?

celest shuttle
hearty blaze
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Drawing your own characters? That’s great!

celest shuttle
hearty blaze
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I’d encourage that as a DM

minor mason
celest shuttle
minor mason
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GMs usually use more

celest shuttle
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Which ones do you think are the essentials?

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Like for my first game how do I set up properly?

minor mason
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Is this for an online or in-person game?

Usually, your GM will tell you if you need digital tools

celest shuttle
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Online

minor mason
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Your GM will tell you what you need to install

hearty blaze
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I really only use Owlbear sometimes (once. I used it once)

minor mason
celest shuttle
hearty blaze
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I only really use it for character creation

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I play in person, so I don’t use apps too often

minor mason
celest shuttle
minor mason
celest shuttle
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Gotcha

orchid bluff
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Hello! I've been thinking about starting to play D&D and I'm not quite sure how to start, I kind of know D&D beyond character customization? I've looked through it to an extent, but I've never actually done anything with it. Any tips or ideas to help and get started? Thank you for your time and consideration! 😁

lavish kayak
orchid bluff
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I have read the rules but is there anything super specific i should keep in mind as a new player?

lavish kayak
orchid bluff
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👍

hearty blaze
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Don’t use AI

orchid bluff
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alright

lavish kayak
orchid bluff
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yeah

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i mean it cant hurt to bring up

hearty blaze
lavish kayak
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im not saying i wasnt obvious😅

hearty blaze
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Tru that!

orchid bluff
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Anything in making a character i should avoid? In terms of like, complexity? (or anything else to avoid)

lavish kayak
orchid bluff
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alright

minor mason
lavish kayak
minor mason
# orchid bluff Anything in making a character i should avoid? In terms of like, complexity? (or...

Avoid character concepts like "I'm a lone wolf who prefers to do things alone," "I'm secretly evil and will betray the party, ""I pickpocket everyone and steal anything that's not bolted down," "I'm three kobolds in a trenchcoat, "I'm a warlock pretending to be a wizard," "my character is actually [politician name]," etc.

These are played out, not funny, not conducive to a good party dynamic, and just bad overall.

orchid bluff
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Alright

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i appreciate the help

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im gonna head off to bed, thank you for the information :D

edgy onyx
rustic storm
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Hello! I’m new to DnD and basically have just enough information to make a character.

I was wondering if I should ask about finding a group to play with here, or in a different channel.

fresh fable
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Check out #find-a-game it has all the details on finding a game here

rustic storm
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Okay, thank you 💚

carmine marten
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so as a first itme player what should i knwo about ?

hearty blaze
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I recommend just learning how to make a character, basic ability checks, modifiers, core gameplay, classes and combat. Also remember to stay respectful, and don’t make a character that won’t collaborate with the party

lyric leaf
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hey guys, ive been trying to find a game on roll20 and in here but not had any luck. any other suggestions to find an online game for a new player?

hearty blaze
lyric leaf
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sup nugget

hearty blaze
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If you haven’t already

lyric leaf
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i have. havent made a LFDM attempt yet. was hoping to find a game, even a one shot just to get the hang of things

hearty blaze
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Try making a LFDM then

minor mason
tender harbor
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Hello im new to dnd can someone help me learn and play?

fresh fable
tender harbor
lyric fjord
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Would you guys say its easier to learn DnD as a player or DM?

main fulcrum
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As a player just because there's less to keep track of, but it's completely doable to start as a DM if you want to

lyric fjord
midnight igloo
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Hello new friends I’m newish to dnd and I’ve got some ambitions settings to dm for

main fulcrum
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If you're willing to DM, finding players online is as easy as checking #looking-for-dm and picking anyone😅. And there are some free adventures available if you don't want to make up your own

midnight igloo
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Awesome thanks for letting me know

main fulcrum
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If you're looking as a player, it'll be harder. Iamrazorwing has a good list linked in their bio. And you can check #looking-for-players here

cedar bone
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Hello! I am looking to start DMing D&D again after taking a hiatus for a few years. What's a good way to start DMing again?

fallen surge
# cedar bone Hello! I am looking to start DMing D&D again after taking a hiatus for a few yea...

Published adventure modules are a good place to start. I would recommend either running a low level adventure or getting of the anthology adventure books and picking one adventure from that to run. You'll want to start with something short and simple, because then you can either build upon it to make your own story or you can move on to something more complex once you feel more comfortable

cedar bone
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Sweet thank you for the advice!

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LostMines of Phandelvar

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but I don't believe it's free to claim anymore

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?tag ddb claim

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minor mason
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opal quail
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Hello I know nothing of DND. I have a cool character inspired by The Son from Hotline Miami 2:Wrong Number and I feel like I can do it! But the last table assumed I'm gonna be the typical Edgy archetype and didn't give me a chance while my character is evil, Sadistic, cocky and a criminal, She ain't what those archetypes are. I really want to make this character shine and I hope to find a table that will let me.

minor mason
opal quail
main fulcrum
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Some of it is going to be a matter of framing. If you come in saying you want to play an evil character, the default answer is usually no

opal quail
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I wanna do evil but I wanna do it right. 😭

minor mason
main fulcrum
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If you come in saying that of course you'll work with the party and take quests, but your character has no morals, you've got better chances

minor mason
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Because otherwise they won't approve the PC

timid locust
main fulcrum
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Framing it as inspired by other media also hurts your chances imo

minor mason
main fulcrum
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Your best option is probably to work with the DM to find a version of that character who will work in their d&d game

opal quail
main fulcrum
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And maybe accept that you'll need to play someone else first with a new group until you build trust

minor mason
opal quail
main fulcrum
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I'd let someone I know play an evil character before a stranger because I know they won't do it the meme way

ember elm
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Hello everyone dndCheers my name's sun, I've never played dnd myself but I have spent a lot of hours watching others play so I have the basic concept of how things work (no clue about character sheets tho haha). I'm still learning english as it's my 3rd language. So I might ask a lot of questions and say stupid shit (I ask for your forgiveness ahead of time ╥⁠﹏⁠╥ ). I love fantasy and fiction as it's also my favourite genre, so I decided to start playing dnd along with learning the language. Right now I'm looking for a suitable group if anyone wants to talk my dms are always open class2014Barbarian

minor mason
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I won't allow evil characters unless the player is family or a friend that I've played with for a while

minor mason
ember elm
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Alrighttt thanks

opal quail
minor mason
echo kelp
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Communication is key to good D&D

opal quail
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I got no gm rn 😅

minor mason
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Find one, then make your character with their help

opal quail
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But really anyone I'm open to join a table if any of you got room for a Gunslinger class.

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Idk where to find tables here.

echo kelp
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Please use the Looking For Game channels to find a game - see #find-a-game

minor mason
timid locust
minor mason
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My advice is to stick to the official classes first and play a heroic, non-evil character. After you build trust with your group, then propose your evil character

opal quail
opal quail
minor mason
opal quail
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I rather find the gm with the setting i want I wanna GM at some point but I feel I need to be a player first.

minor mason
opal quail
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Then my brother took me for a fool.

minor mason
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Give other systems a chance too if you prefer a more modern setting and with morally ambiguous characters

opal quail
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I legit thought it was hella diverse.

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And that some folk do like. Pirates of the Caribbean type shit which is as far as I wanted to go.

echo kelp
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It can be - and it often is. But D&D as a game is fairly centered on heroic fantasy.

minor mason
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There are tables that have the vibes you want, but they're relatively rare.

echo kelp
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Moving too far beyond those expectations can lead to less fun D&D games as you run into the limits of the games expectations.

timid locust
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The further you stray away from the ideas of traditional swords and sorcery, the less likely you'll find the exact kind of vibe you're looking for. Those games exist... but they're not very common comparatively.

echo kelp
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I do suggest trying D&D in it's basic form - that can give you a better idea of when and how to customize/homebrew things that actually fit and are balanced around the core game expectations.

opal quail
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Well there goes my hopes and dreams.

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Man I thought so much about it too.

minor mason
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Or try other systems that do what you want better

opal quail
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I'm just gonna have to play the game how it is cuz I tried every server and I'm just giving up at this point. So I'm gonna scrap this character and just try the stuff I don't like.

minor mason
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Building trust with your group is key. A GM will be more likely to approve homebrew and evil alignments if they know that you're a good fit

timid locust
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Sounds like you may have gotten a little too committed to an idea, a little too quickly. Most folk around here will recommend keeping your character ideas loose and malleable until you get into a game and can work with your DM.

On the bright side, building a character is one of the most fun parts of DnD! And now you get to do it again. You can make a practice character or two in the meantime, and when you find a DM you can try to nail down an idea you like.

opal quail
minor mason
opal quail
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Yeah. Which just makes me wish the Edgelords didn't ruin evil PCs reputations. Now folk assume I'm gonna be the same and all my hard work goes down the drain.

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Sorry I'm just upset but it ain't y'all's fault.

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I'll quit whining

timid locust
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Well, if you're character doesn't seem to be jiving with what DMs are looking for in a player character, your only options are:

  • Keep looking until you find one that does
  • Try to start working on a different character idea
wheat crystal
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It’s not always the edgelords. There’s also this narrative difficulty of explaining why an evil character would want to pursue the plot of the campaign, why they would want to party up with all the other characters, and why all the other characters would want to party up with an evil character.

hot pebble
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I don't know how to play 😂

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timid locust
# hot pebble I don't know how to play 😂

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

wheat crystal
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Welcome! I’d check #learn-to-play and this channel’s pins for the Basic Rules. Feel free to ask any specific questions you have here while you flip through them!

minor mason
opal quail
# wheat crystal It’s not always the edgelords. There’s also this narrative difficulty of explain...

Well I'm thinking mine is a Gangster who aspires to be a Mob boss. And she isn't evil as in she will do messes up things for no reason, She has a purpose and it's more about actions that take her to her goal, And the journey would be her working towards that goal in the campaign, Which I feel the DM can easily mold it into the setting that she works with the party out of her own interest yet will betray them if it gets her closer to her goals, if this doesn't make sense I can explain more.

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Cuz she isn't really Evil? It's more she's Power hungry which means she'll do whatever to get there.

minor mason
opal quail
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Yeah I'd need a DM ok with party infighting...

minor mason
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There's a reason why GMs disallow evil characters. We've seen all of this before

wheat crystal
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So why would an adventuring party want to take along a person who would betray them if the opportunity arose?

timid locust
fallen surge
timid locust
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Previously we said finding a DM who is okay with evil characters would be difficult. Finding a DM who is okay with player infighting is extremely difficult.

opal quail
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Yeah I been sold a lie then. Specifically by my brother

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All that hard work for nothing man. I legit thought I'd find people who'd try it

minor mason
timid locust
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It's common recommendation that a player character should never:

  • Disrupt the dynamic of the party
  • Prevent progress towards the goal
  • Put other player characters in harm or danger on purpose
wheat crystal
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This actually is almost all the reasons why “edgelords” give evil characters their reputation

opal quail
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Wod?

lavish kayak
minor mason
lavish kayak
opal quail
# timid locust It's common recommendation that a player character should never: - Disrupt the d...

Most of the stories I read it's mostly people who wanna do an evil character but end up just being annoying. And idk I wanted to make an evil character but do it right And so everything the Edgelords DIDNT do and that's make a character with purpose, A good backstory and make their actions have actual meaning rather than just tryna be cool and brutal. Like my character could have a sick ass Arc.

lavish kayak
hot pebble
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How do I make a character

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opal quail
minor mason
opal quail
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Like sure she's dark but not the stares at you with silence Kind.

lavish kayak
opal quail
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Man. Folk assume hard.

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I legit don't got a place in DND.

hot pebble
opal quail
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Well I at least tried.

minor mason
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Play a more conventional character first since you're new to D&D and to tabletop RPGs in general

opal quail
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Y'all have fun ig.

lavish kayak
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opal quail
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But it ain't as y'all informed me.

lavish kayak
opal quail
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So yeah I got nothing. And Im not gonna bore myself to death.

minor mason
opal quail
lavish kayak
minor mason
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The character you want would be perfect in a WoD group

lavish kayak
opal quail
minor mason
lavish kayak
timid locust
# opal quail I'm confused.

Table Top Role-playing Games (TTRPG) is the umbrella term. DnD is just one of many kinds of TTRPG.

Just like how Board Games is an umbrella term, and chess is just one of many board games.

hearty escarp
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You know how some people call every game console "a nintendo" or "a playstation"?
Same things happens with ttrpg and D&D. It's one of the most popular examples of a broad selection.

timid locust
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There's plenty of diverse games out there that aren't DnD, from Blades in the Dark, to LANCER, to Pathfinder.

Some people refer to all role-playing games as DnD, but that's incorrect.

opal quail
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Well damn ok.

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Yeah I joined DND thinking this encompassed all kinds of Roleplaying

lavish kayak
opal quail
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So my character would be in WoD? Does it have gunslinger class?

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My brother said Gunslinger was Added to Dnd

lavish kayak
opal quail
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It's literally the reason I even wanted to do DND.

lavish kayak
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its a homebrew

minor mason
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The issue is you hate high magic settings. D&D is a high magic system.

lavish kayak
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but yeah, WoD is literally what you want to play

minor mason
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There's also the fact that you want to play an evil character who will betray the party

timid locust
minor mason
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It's gonna be difficult for you to find a DND group with those parameters

ornate kiln
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maybe we should explain WoD if we recommend it, but that would need to happen in #non-dnd-topics ,as DOSH said

gloomy apex
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hey I am looking for a dm who can play dnd sunday monday and tuesday and dont mind poeple who stutter

lavish kayak
gloomy apex
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sorry

wet forge
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Hey Evan

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Yeah there’s the instructions channel. It’ll teach you how to make an ad

lavish kayak
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hey Amity you here?

gloomy apex
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shes my curren dm

wet forge
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I’m here

lavish kayak
lavish kayak
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im jealous

wet forge
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fallen surge
# gloomy apex hey I am looking for a dm who can play dnd sunday monday and tuesday and dont mi...

Welcome. As Alfiz said, you can read through the instructions in #find-a-game for more information about how to find a game. That being said, just to help you set some expectations, I think it will be extremely difficult to find a DM that’s willing to play 3 days a week. Especially 3 days back-to-back. D&D takes a lot of time to prepare, so the DM typically needs at least a few days in between each session. Most commonly, people play once a week

gloomy apex
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i meant was i can play on either of those days

fallen surge
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I see. Well, if you make an advertisement post in the proper channel, you’ll want to word that as “Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday” instead of saying “and”

gloomy apex
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yeah sorry about that my grammar typing kinda sucks when its casual talking

fallen surge
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No worries. I’m just trying to help you out for the future. It might make people hesitant to respond if they think you want the DM to be free all 3 of those days

gloomy apex
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fair

dull kindle
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Interesting how the idea of DnD having a Gunslinger class was brought up twice here

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Think one should look at Pathfinder instead if one wants a literal Gunslinger class

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Or reflavor ranged combat to feel like using guns I dunno

fallen surge
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Lets try to keep the discussion focused on D&D. Discussing other systems is concidered to be off topic for this server

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Firearms are a part of D&D. Pistol and Musket are both listed adventuring gear in the PHB, and the DMG has additional options that a DM can add at their digression

brave wyvern
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does creating a character take a long time...

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im joining a skl club

echo kelp
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Not usually? But the more you do it, the faster it goes

gloomy apex
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not really it depends on what level you start on

echo kelp
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Don't know why ski club has anything to do with D&D

brave wyvern
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skl=school

echo kelp
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Ah thank you

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DnDBeyond can make it pretty quick too.

gloomy apex
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if you start on a high level you have alot to add in but if you start on a low level then its easy

brave wyvern
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i see ty

gloomy apex
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the hardest part is back story

dull kindle
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Keep it around 150 words personally

echo kelp
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For backstories I suggest a 3 bullet point version:

  • Where in the world/setting does your character come from (work with DM to identify a good location that makes sense).
  • What did your character do before becoming an adventurer?
  • How/why did your character end up adventuring? (work with DM to make sure it works and fits in their game).
wet forge
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Eventually you get the hang of it

surreal epoch
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Hi

wide surge
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Hey

simple urchin
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hello hellooooo

lavish kayak
harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

wanton tartan
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How do you play dnd

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
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razor why does this keep happening

echo kelp
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Two folks running the command at the same time

lavish kayak
harsh fjord
wanton tartan
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Ok thx

signal lodge
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Hello

lavish kayak
signal lodge
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Hi
How is everyone

lavish kayak
minor mason
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Good, prepping for our home game

lavish kayak
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how are you (textbook english conversation goes on)

signal lodge
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That's good
I'm doing alright

primal forum
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Wassup! so I read the directions but still don’t get how to put up a post can anyone help me out? I would appreciate it

echo kelp
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Type /looking-for then select from one of the choices that Discord pops up. The bot will then give you a form to fill out. After submitting the form the bot will create the post in the specified channel and attach a thread to it. Use the thread to provide updates, clarifications, or communicate with folks.

daring bridge
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Planning my first campaign rn. Where do I even start?

harsh fjord
primal forum
echo kelp
primal forum
minor mason
lyric fjord
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Whats the difference between chromatic and metallic dragons

lavish kayak
lyric fjord
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Which are good

lavish kayak
lyric fjord
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Alright thanks

little harness
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What’s that race that looks like an ant?

lavish kayak
little harness
fallen surge
little harness
fallen surge
lavish kayak
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yeah toy mean thri-kreen then

odd oasis
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How to play around a party member who is extremely racist to your species ?

hearty blaze
shy bluff
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Hello everyone! I am super new to actual DnD and I was hoping to see if anyone could help me learn it. I also don't have a party and I'm not quite sure how to join one

exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
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^ Welcome! Check out the useful resources in the bot post above and feel free to ask specific questions.
I highly recommend giving the free basic rules a good look over - particularly chapters 1 and 2 which cover the core game play mechanics and how to create a character.

wide surge
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Hey how’s everyone

rough socket
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Hi

wide surge
lost silo
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Evening y’all. Let us know if you have questions

limpid pivot
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Hello quick one does the paladin have immunity to diseases in the 2024 phb i feel like I've seen it somewhere but can't find it

echo kelp
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?tag new paladin

exotic remnantBOT
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classPaladin Paladin

Smite foes and shield allies with divine and martial might
Paladins are united by their oaths to stand against the forces of annihilation and corruption. Whether sworn before a god’s altar, in a sacred glade before nature spirits, or in a moment of desperation and grief with the dead as the only witnesses, a Paladin’s oath is a powerful bond. It is a source of power that turns a devout warrior into a blessed champion.

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

Likes: Defense
Complexity: Average
Starting HP: 10 + Con. modifier

echo kelp
limpid pivot
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Thank you

olive hill
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guys it worked

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i finaly anoyed my dm

deft sigil
hearty blaze
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I remember this

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What did you end up doing?

olive hill
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NuggetN it worked

echo kelp
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And here I thought the goal of games like D&D was to have fun together...

olive hill
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i made everyone in my party play bard

hearty blaze
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(Mods before you panic it’s friendly banter)

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A group of us already barraged them with questions when they first mentioned it

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They said something along the lines of
“How do I annoy my dm?”
And three DMs pounced

hearty blaze
olive hill
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i most absolty was

hearty blaze
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Then go ham

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Any eloquence bards?

olive hill
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sadly no

hearty blaze
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Shame

hearty blaze
olive hill
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but we seduced like 5 dragons

hearty blaze
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Helll yeaaa

olive hill
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im thinking of playing a variant human fighter

hearty blaze
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Nice choice, what subclass and starting feat?

olive hill
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i dont have a sub class but i have great wepon fighting and savage Attacker as feats

hearty blaze
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Cool

olive hill
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im thinking of geting the feature rustic hospitality but im not sure if its good

hearty blaze
olive hill
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like what situations

hearty blaze
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Or if your party can’t usually find shelter in an area for some reason

olive hill
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ohhhhhhhhhhh thats going to be very helpfull considering the war crimes we call fun

hearty blaze
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Assuming you’re not infamous criminals, you won’t see it being used all too often

vocal relic
echo kelp
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Let's be careful folks to not diminish the real impact of war crimes in the real world

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Please keep things appropriate with server rules

vocal relic
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Sorry…

olive hill
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k srry

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ima head off im tired

wide surge
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I got a question.

harsh fjord
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Go for it.

wide surge
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Even though I am not a dm, am I allowed to use the looking for players command?

harsh fjord
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I would think so, but a mod would be able to weigh in better. If you don't get an answer here, #moderator-support would be where to ask.

deft sigil
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please note, we also don't allow players to post for a DM who also posts here

wide surge
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He's not in the server but I am, so I might as well ask that question before I do anything else.

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@hoaqin

deft sigil
wide surge
unborn fog
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Hello!

harsh fjord
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Welcome!

lost silo
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Evening let us know if ye have any questions

lyric fjord
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Do +(number) bonuses stack on weapons? Like pact of the blade with magic weapon or artificers infusion?

echo kelp
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No - effects of the same type don't stack normally (leaving room here for anything that specifically states it allows stacking).

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But yes, usually effects of the same type do not stack.

amber estuary
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Hi everyone!! Hoping to get acquainted with DND.. ^^

exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
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Welcome! The above bot embed has useful links/resources to help get you started with D&D including the free basic D&D rules

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I'd suggest checking out the first 2 chapters as they cover the gameplay mechanics and how to create a character sheet.

amber estuary
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Yay thanks! I'll read it. Seems to be packed with a lot of information!

echo kelp
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Indeed! Don't feel like you need to memorize it but getting used to where to look things up and general terminology, game mechanics, and how a character sheet works will be very helpful!

ivory kernel
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Sup yall

hearty blaze
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Or just saying hi?

ivory kernel
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Not currently

ivory kernel
wary sequoia
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Yo what's up guys, I just joined the server. I'm quite new to DnD stuff and know little. I was hoping that someone would be able to help teach me how to DM. I understand the basic idea of the game and have some understanding of how to DM but I would love and appreciate any help. I'm currently working on building a campaign as the DM based on a world set into the One Piece anime universe. I'm not copying the story line at all just using the rules and world knowledge of that anime. I've already built out a little bit of an idea so I would appreciate any and all feedback on that as well. DM me if you are willing to help!

exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
lyric fjord
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Can you have more than one fighting style

wheat crystal
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Yes if you get another feature that gives you one

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The Champion subclass of Fighter, for example, gets another Fighting Style feat as their level 7 feature

minor mason
drowsy jasper
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hi

hearty blaze
# drowsy jasper hi

Hello, how can I help you? Please feel free to complete your conversation in another channel first before coming to me.

sharp fable
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Hey newbie here looking for a chill group to play with and have fun, cracking up and raiding dungeons

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
surreal epoch
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Hi

hearty blaze
surreal epoch
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Hi, I’m still new. Are you still nugget by chance?

hearty blaze
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Of course not. You forgot the capital

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Any questions? Or just popping in to say hi?

surreal epoch
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Just want to say hi, if that’s okay. Saw you in chat

hearty blaze
surreal epoch
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I’m doing okay, took a mental health break this week much needed. How are you?

hearty blaze
surreal epoch
hearty blaze
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It’s not really smt that can be resolved, but thanks anyway.

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Remind me, have you found a game yet?

surreal epoch
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i have not. i haven't been actively searching. i am really busy lately

grim needle
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Hail thee of might and valor!

sinful nacelle
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hello there

exotic remnantBOT
sinful nacelle
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bett ima go through allat

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holy smokes this is overwelming

hearty escarp
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Yeah it's quite a lot! But no need to imbibe everything right away. Even experienced players regularly look things up. Take it one step at a time. Starting with building a character may be a good initial step.

hearty blaze
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If you’re feeling overwhelmed, I recommend just learning how to make a character, basic ability checks, modifiers, core gameplay, classes and combat, as well as common terms.

minor mason
hearty blaze
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And feel free to ask us for any specific questions!

tawdry laurel
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What ways are their to increase your Spell Save dc?

minor mason
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Magic items can do it too, but you can't count on these

tawdry laurel
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Spellcasting modifier is a hard one since I already am at the second highest I can be and to top that I'd need two more intelligence points

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Hmm

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What ways are their to increase my intelligence specifically?

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Some feats do it if I remember right

lavish kayak
tawdry laurel
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What?

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Too new to know any abbreviations

echo kelp
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Ability Score Improvement (ASI)

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At certain levels, when you level up your character, you gain an Ability Score Improvement that gives you 2 points to add to any ability scores (so can add 1 point to one score and another point to a different score or you can add both points to a specific score), until that ability score hits it's maximum level of 20.

tawdry laurel
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Oh cool

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What formula is there for that?

echo kelp
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Whenever you get a level up with an Ability Score Improvement, you get 2 points as noted previously.

tawdry laurel
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Ok thanks!

hearty blaze
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Like, the formula for your Spell save DC is 8+proficiency bonus+spellcasting (in your case intelligence) modifier.

To find your intelligence modifier it’s
(INTELLIGENCE STAT-10)/2

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Is that what you mean by formula? And btw you get the opportunity for ASI’s at level 4,8,12,16 and 19.

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(For wizards)

tawdry laurel
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Thanks

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It's the same then as for feats right?

echo kelp
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If your DM allows it, instead of taking an Ability Score Improvement, you can take a feat.

hearty escarp
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And in the 2024 rules, this is baked in.

tawdry laurel
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Huh? Does it have something to do with difference between the versions?

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I play 2014