#dnd-newcomers

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clever moon
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Hope I dont sound too weird or smth…

wheat crystal
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Welcome! I’d definitely check this channels pins as well as #learn-to-play for a bunch of newbie resources !

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I recommend reading through the Basic Rules (linked in both places) at your own pace and take a crack at making a character for practice

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Also feel free to ask any more specific questions here :)

exotic remnantBOT
clever moon
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Hm…iirc there is skill point and stuff right? What is the usual at the start

hearty blaze
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Probably standard array

hearty escarp
hearty blaze
knotty zenith
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?scoc

exotic remnantBOT
urban vine
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Hello Quick question what's the most popular/ what you would call standard version of D&D?

minor mason
urban vine
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Thank you🙏

clever moon
hearty escarp
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Good to hear! If we can help clarify something, let us know.

rotund briar
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Hello! Im having some trouble making my character for a new campaign - We are starting level 3, I want to be a half elf (drow) fighter (arcane archer) and I really dont know what Im meant to do, becuase ive used dnd beyond - which doesnt have arcane archer and i dont really know how to properly build a character

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does anybody have any advice?

lime turret
minor mason
clever moon
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DnD can be played on discord right?

lyric fjord
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Yes.

minor mason
rotund briar
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my Gm doesnt actually like dnd beyond because of all the paywall stuff haha, I only used it for a foundation (considerd using BG3 to build it haha)

lyric fjord
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A lot of people begrudge buying stuff on DDB, because they tend to think buying the physical book should give them access TBF. Its an entitlement issue.

sick vale
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The 2024 rules are also made to be backwards compatible

lime turret
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If you don’t want to use Beyond but want the convenience of digital, you can download a PDF character sheet and fill that in.

minor mason
south sluice
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please guys i just wanna play

minor mason
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You can use it for inspiration though

lyric fjord
south sluice
lime turret
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That ain’t gonna happen

minor mason
lime turret
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D&D needs a good bit of co-ordination to set up.

minor mason
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Planning a campaign and recruiting the right players take time

lime turret
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And then actually getting them all together at the same time is another story.

south sluice
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yo i saw someone who literally played it with random people and it was fun

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even on an anime server

lyric fjord
minor mason
lyric fjord
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But there are other places, to look, cast a wide net if your inpatient.

south sluice
minor mason
south sluice
minor mason
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Just screening players takes days

minor mason
south sluice
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alright

clever moon
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So the key to play a dnd game is being patient? Ig I can work with that

minor mason
south sluice
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i got that I'll post this on Facebook > Hey folks!
Tired of waiting days or even a whole week just to play D&D once?
I got you covered.
I’m looking for players who want fast, short, and fun D&D sessions — like 10–15 minutes max.
No long setups, no schedules, just quick adventures whenever we’re online.
If that sounds like your kind of chaos, drop a comment or DM me and let’s roll some dice! 🎲🔥

what do you think

minor mason
clever moon
minor mason
south sluice
lyric fjord
clever moon
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Like 10-15 minutes isnt worth it

minor mason
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I love it when people who clearly don't know much about TRPGs tell us how it's done

clever moon
lyric fjord
minor mason
clever moon
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Tbh my schedule is a bit busy so I kinda appreciate stuff from 1-2h

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But 10-15 minutes abit short

south sluice
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okay here is the new Enhanced version post Hey folks!
Tired of waiting days or even a whole week just to play D&D once?
Well, I got you covered.
I’m building a group where setup takes only about 10 minutes — no endless prep, no boring waits.
We jump in, get ready fast, and start the adventure right away.
If that sounds like your kind of fun, drop a comment or DM me and let’s roll some dice! 🎲🔥

clever moon
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Nothing gonna work out unless it is a pvp or smth

royal igloo
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hi im new to dnd and i found out there are two handbooks for e5 and i dont know which one to start with

minor mason
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You don't need to buy anything if you're absolutely new.

royal igloo
minor mason
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It should be in that channel

royal igloo
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thank you

late turret
minor mason
late turret
clever moon
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Maybe 1-2 hour abit too long to your likings but I think that the minimum amount of time for people to somewhat enjoy it

clever moon
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How long is an average oneshot?

minor mason
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Depends. Usually it's 4-5

clever moon
minor mason
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Yes

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These games exist though

clever moon
sick vale
buoyant hill
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Though, as a digital D&D-er, I absolutely love having the physical books to guide new players. The page layout is very thought out and the labeled character sheet reference is a handy visual to have when going through the Creating a Character guide.

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(Talking about the 2024 book that is. The 2014 book is much less intuitive in my opinion.)
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minor mason
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I buy all the physical books but we never use them in play. It's always the VTT and Beyond digital versions

silk tundra
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Hello I’m new to dnd and I love the concept I’ve just never learned how to play and I’m looking for someone to help show me the ropes

buoyant hill
rough rose
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Ahh, the place for newcomers. Finally lol
I really wanna learn how to play

exotic remnantBOT
ornate kiln
rough rose
cosmic shard
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Whats the difference between a lightfoot and a stout halfling?

chrome spade
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I am going to DM for my first time to inexperienced players
Any free pre made adventure i can use lvl 1

harsh fjord
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Are you playing 2024 or 2014?

honest mountain
cosmic shard
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Im new so just learning about the app really

clever moon
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Which class would you guys recommend for a new player?

harsh fjord
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The martials (fighter, rogue, barbarian) have the fewest mechanics, but you should play whatever seems like the most fun!

cosmic shard
honest mountain
cosmic shard
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Okay!

minor mason
clever moon
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Ah ok thanks

cosmic shard
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I did a halfling cleric bc seems fun

south sluice
clever moon
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If not then one of us need to learn how to be one

minor mason
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Hi, let's move game solicitation and planning to PMs

clever moon
silver vapor
echo kelp
proven quest
echo kelp
static grove
wild onyx
lavish kayak
slate bolt
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The thing I don't like about sorcerers is having to choose the spells I know, when I can't ever change them 😭😂

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With so many options

onyx cloud
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hi

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I'm new to d&d

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

onyx cloud
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I wanna play and learn

balmy cloak
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Hiiii

wheat crystal
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I’d have a look at #learn-to-play as well as this channel’s pins, both of which have a bunch of useful newbie links including to the free Basic Rules. I suggest making a practice character as you flip through, since it often aids the learning process. The more you learn the easier it is to get into a table as well!

Don't feel pressured to memorize everything, take it at your own pace and focus on what you want to do (e.g. no need to read every spell description, or every classes' mechanics if you don't plan on playing one)

Also feel free to ask any specific questions you have here, we’re always happy to help! :)

If you're familiar with the rules already and/or just want to jump straight into group finding check out ⁠⁠#find-a-game to learn how to use this server to find a group

onyx cloud
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I also want to play d&d 3.5 btw does it matter ?

wheat crystal
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Yes actually, 3.5e is an entirely different edition. The Basic Rules only apply to 5e

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You'll want to ask in #dnd-elder-editions for help with newbie resources specifically for that edition

wheat crystal
lyric fjord
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Hai .. or something

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I’m so scared bro

echo kelp
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Welcome to the official D&D Discord server!

lost silo
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hello. no need to be scared

lyric fjord
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I’m still scared I’ve never done this before

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At any minute people will throw tomatoes at me

echo kelp
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We were all new once upon a time

lost silo
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this a friendly place for you to ask your questions

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nope just soft fluffy stuffed animals

lyric fjord
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Well .. that’s nice but uh my oomf told me to find a gammmmme …?? Idk what he talkin bout

exotic remnantBOT
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lyric fjord
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This is so overwhelming

astral lance
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How do I look for a dm?
My friends and I are wanting to play but don’t have anyone to dm.

hearty blaze
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If it’s overwhelming, then I’d say just take one step at a time

hearty blaze
astral lance
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Aaaaaa

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Perfect! Thank you

hearty blaze
lyric fjord
hearty blaze
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You don’t jump into a pool without learning to swim, same here

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#learn-to-play is a decent place to start, the Free Rules there can help

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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.

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And if you need help, feel free to ask! No matter how stupid you think the question is, we’ve seen stupider.

fair epoch
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hellooo, i decided to join this server so i could look for campaigns to join online since my fav dms wont be going to my d&d club at my school bc they graduated =( i feel like i know the basics but it sometimes still confuses me too LOL anyways hope everyone is doing amazing here

hearty blaze
exotic remnantBOT
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fair epoch
lost silo
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read thru the instructions and follow the very easy steps

hearty blaze
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There’s a lot to read tbf

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But simple enough to follow. Hopefully.

plucky ridge
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And feel free to ask questions if you have any

sharp scroll
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hey there,im new to dnd,would anyone mind helping me get started? like online?i dont know how to play online,just in person

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btw vc or dm would be MUCH apreciated

echo kelp
sharp scroll
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oh ok,much apreciated,thanks!

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i mean 1 on 1 WOULD be easyr,not saying im unhappy with your answer,this is a tiny bit more hard to understand due to well...pre writen insted of live answears,but it gets the job done,ight off to learning,cya!

hearty blaze
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We’ll gladly answer them to the best of our ability.

sharp scroll
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will do!👍

lyric fjord
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hey dudes! i need some help… i have 0 clue how combat works.

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can someone break it down and explain it to me as if i’m 5

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please

echo kelp
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The party runs into a group of enemies.
The DM asks the players to roll initiative (while the DM rolls initiative for the enemy creatures).
The players roll a d20 and add their dexterity modifier (and any other bonuses that apply).
DM takes those rolls and creates an initiative order to track things.

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On the character's turn in initiative order they can Move, take an Action, and take a Bonus Action (if they have any). Movement can be broken up between taking an Action.

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One kind of Action is the Attack Action.

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So let's say you're a fighter and you have a longsword. On your turn in combat, you move up towards an enemy and make an attack action.

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You roll a D20 and add your strength modifier and proficiency bonus to the roll. If you meet or beat the target's Armor Class, you hit!

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If you roll a natural 1, you miss regardless of any bonuses and modifiers.

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If you roll a natural 20, you automatically hit regardless of the target's armor class - this is known as a critical hit and you can roll the damage dice twice and add them all up.

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So you've hit that target - your attack should list what damage it does. A longsowrd can do a d8 or d10 of damage depending on whether you're holding it in one hand or using two hands. In this case let's say you're using it one handed.

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The DM says you've hit the target, please roll damage. You roll 1d8 + modifiers and that's the damage you do to the creature. The DM tracks the dmaage done to the enemy and once the enemy hits 0 HP, it's defeated.

lyric fjord
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let me just say rq you’re a life saver

echo kelp
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Each creature takes it's turn in the initiative order until enemies are defeated or some other ending occurs

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And that's combat in a nutshell

lyric fjord
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life saver*

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keyboard dif

clever moon
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Do you guys have any example of a filled out character sheet? I just want to make sure of smth

echo kelp
clever moon
oblique gate
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Hey, I’m filling up my first character sheet ever, I’m kinda lost. May I have some help. (I don’t mind calling to make it easier cuz I have a lot of questions)

hearty blaze
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I’m not comfortable sharing my voice

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And if u put it here you can get input from everyone

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Also that’s an… interesting server tag

oblique gate
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Well, Im trying to figure out how the sheets work. The character is an owlin rogue.

hearty blaze
oblique gate
hearty blaze
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U using dnd beyond?

ebon prawn
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Hello

oblique gate
oblique gate
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What is "proficiency bonus"?

ebon prawn
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So where would a newcomer go to talk with someone about a character idea for 3.5?

wheat crystal
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Proficiency Bonus is a number added to a d20 Test if you have proficiency in the relevant thing you’re rolling the test for. For example with skill checks, a kind of d20 test, you would add your PB if you were proficient in the given skill

hearty blaze
ebon prawn
wheat crystal
ebon prawn
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Ok

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Ty

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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At level 1 it’s +2

wheat crystal
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No, your PB begins at 2 and increases every 4 levels

oblique gate
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Alright

wheat crystal
oblique gate
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Also, about like intelligence, strength,…. It’s base what ?

ebon prawn
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Is there anywhere you can create odd characters online? Like cross class playable monster races?

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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8

wheat crystal
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Those are your stats, of which their default value is dependent on what method you use to generate your ability scores

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For newbies we recommend standard array or point buy

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Lemme grab the link to them real quick

wheat crystal
wind wing
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I was wondering how much knowledge I should know before jumping into a session

oblique gate
edgy onyx
oblique gate
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I’m also lost with (by example) if you go see your strength score there’s “modifier" and "score" what’s the difference?

hearty blaze
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Sorry disappeared for a bit

edgy onyx
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Your modifier is added to your roll, and score determines what the modifier is

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Your strength score is how much strength you have, and your modifier is based on your score and determines how much the roll is modified

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The formula for it is (Score-10)/2

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For example, if you have 14 strength (that’s your score) it would have a +2 modifier.
So if you rolled an 11 you’d get a 13.

oblique gate
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Ohh

hearty blaze
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Double checking, you playing on 2014 or 2024 rules?

wind wing
edgy onyx
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There's no skill saves. There's Skill Checks, and there's Saves

hearty blaze
wind wing
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Ohhh gotcha, ty

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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I’m assuming 2024 cuz it’s dnd beyond, aight?

oblique gate
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Probably

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What’s wisdom for ?

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And what should i write at initiative

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
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It’s a very good stat to have

oblique gate
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It’s at 14 for now

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Should I add one !

hearty blaze
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That’s plenty

oblique gate
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?*

hearty blaze
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What’s your class?

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Rogue right?

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Yeah rogues do like having a decent wisdom, but it’s not a core stat they NEED.

wind wing
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When creating characters does the species chosen affect any stats or abilities? Or is it just primarily appearance based?

hearty blaze
oblique gate
hearty blaze
oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Don’t what?

oblique gate
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Have a dexterity modifier

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My dexterity is at 15

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
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You do have one

oblique gate
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How do you know that?

hearty blaze
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Because 15-10=5
5/2 is 2.5
Round down
+2

oblique gate
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Waaa

hearty blaze
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Ha lol ive just memorised it

oblique gate
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Wait so I messed up everything?

hearty blaze
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There’s a table for it somewhere

edgy onyx
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Another way to remember it if you dont remember the equation
Score of 10 is always a 0 modifier, and whenever you gain 2 to the score, the modifier increases by 1

So 12 = +1
14 = +2
16 = +3

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
oblique gate
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Or I need to do that to every score

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
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But just tell us your stats and I’ll convert them into modifiers

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Strength +1
Dex +2
Con +1
Int +1
Wisdom +2
Charisma -1

oblique gate
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Also for every stats there’s things like "history" "nature"… what are those ?

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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No, then it’s +0

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8+2 is 10, which has a neutral modifier

oblique gate
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Alright

hearty blaze
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Sorry misread your message

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I missed the +2 part

oblique gate
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All good dw

hearty blaze
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Strength +1
Dex +2
Con +1
Int +1
Wisdom +2
Charisma 0

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I’d recommend putting your last slot in Dex

oblique gate
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Okayy

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So +3 to dex

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So also +3 to initiative ?

hearty blaze
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Yes

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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History is intelligence based

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Basically, things like history and nature are “skills”

oblique gate
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But like do I start with anything?

hearty blaze
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And your DM will make you roll for how effectively you do these skills

hearty blaze
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Which you add to your rolls regarding those skills

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It should be under your background and class on dnd beyond

oblique gate
echo kelp
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Your class and background help determine your proficiencies

oblique gate
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Oh

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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Then choose two

oblique gate
stable harness
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Hi.

simple bay
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Is a kitsune an official race in DnD beyond?-

hearty blaze
simple bay
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Oh

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
oblique gate
stable harness
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Good evening! I’m looking to join a DnD group and either listen in to someone who’s looking for a new player or just looking for a game to listen to. I played a bit but ended my last campaign due to a bad break up with the DM

hearty blaze
# oblique gate Wdym ?

Just select your proficiencies, do your stats, and when you get the final character sheet it’ll be done

stable harness
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I’m not really sure where to look

hearty blaze
simple bay
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I mean, I'm new to dnd

oblique gate
hearty blaze
hearty blaze
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I thought something was off

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Anywho

oblique gate
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Well I’m using the sheets the server gives

hearty blaze
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Hmm

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Well, for skills, you know which skills use which stat?

oblique gate
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Imma send you a photo

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Add me

hearty blaze
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I’m half busy rn, so I can’t really sorry

simple bay
hearty blaze
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Somewhat, yes

oblique gate
hearty blaze
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I’m not an animal expert tho

simple bay
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I should probably make a Tabaxi character then -,-

hearty blaze
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Could be fun

pure holly
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Hi Ive never played d&d before😭 so how does it usually go bc ive always wanted to play but never knew how

wind wing
simple bay
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Mhm

honest mountain
wind wing
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Also what’s an origin feat?

hearty blaze
simple bay
oblique gate
hearty blaze
hearty blaze
oblique gate
simple bay
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My Tabaxi Character might get confused like: "Do I act like a Cat or a dog???"

oblique gate
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Yep

wind wing
hearty blaze
simple bay
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Now I chose a Tabaxi Race For my character, now it's time to figure out how to fill out my Character Sheet, on paper or digital -,-

oblique gate
sick turtle
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Hello new here, im hosting DnD as a DM , this is my first time playing and DMing i want to do a homebrew One Piece Themed play through but im not super sure how to lay out the foundation of it , if you are willing to help please msg me and ill show you what i have so far

simple bay
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Oh okay

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I do want to be a DM, but I'll think about it, for now on I'm just a player :/

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
oblique gate
lyric fjord
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what is a hit dice

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what is constitution’s purpose

minor mason
clever moon
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Will it be weird if I try to fill in a character sheet then send it here so you guys can help me fix it?

minor mason
clever moon
lyric fjord
limber coral
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Hello

minor mason
teal dust
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Hellllloooowwwww lovely people!! My name's Sascha and I'm a complete noob who has nver played DnD in my life

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I know some of the rules, but I'm looking for a place where I can learn more and learn how to play

next bramble
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Hi there! I'm a 13 yr old boy and uhh I go by TherealBTVR but you can call me BT! I have absolutely no knowledge on dnd I just know it's absolutely cool!

minor mason
whole canyon
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can someone just tell me when and why would someone loose hit points

minor mason
main stratus
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Hey I’m looking for a beginner friendly group of people to play with

minor mason
lavish kayak
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the reason can be an attack, a trap, a poison, etc etc

clever moon
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Im abit confused with the fill in number part in the creating a character guide Can someone explain it to me?

hearty blaze
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I’m assuming paper from your question, but wanted to double check

clever moon
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My phone cant download dnd beyond :0

hearty blaze
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You can use the website, but anywho

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Which part are you referring to?

clever moon
# hearty blaze Which part are you referring to?

“Saving Throws: For the saving throws you have proficiency in, add your Proficiency Bonus to the appropriate ability modifier and note the total. Some players also like to note the modifier for saving throws they’re not proficient in, which is just the relevant ability modifier.

Skills: For skills you have proficiency in, add your Proficiency Bonus to the ability modifier associated with that skill, and note the total. You might also wish to note the modifier for skills you’re not proficient in, which is just the relevant ability modifier.”
This part…

hearty blaze
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Ah

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Yeah this often confuses newer players that don’t use DnD beyond

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Ummm gimme a sec

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What’s your stats?

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And your class?

hearty blaze
clever moon
hearty blaze
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But I might have to go soon, so make it quick

main vessel
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Hi, I'm CIPHER, and I'm totally new to the game. Been trying to get more into fantasy lately, and I wanted to do something that I could actively be involved in. Also, as an avid reader, it looks hella fun.

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
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@main vessel look at the bot post above for the free rules and ask any questions you have

main vessel
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Thank you

surreal basin
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can anyone help me figure out if my character sheet is like.. good or wtv (VERY new to dnd)

lavish kayak
surreal basin
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okay

hollow beacon
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when would yall say is a good or bad time to ask my dm to make a new character? in a local club I'm in I joined a new campaign midway (they've done 5 sessions, I joined on session 5) did the one session, a one-shot in the same world, and a co-game with a different gm but in the same canon and I have come to the conclusion that the rp idea I came up with for my character just doesn't mesh well with the setting or my class's kit very well lol, had a good idea but I'm just not good enough at rp to bridge that gap yet and I can't imagine I will be by the end of the campaign either

Feel like asking after one official session would be a bit weird but also prolonging it might make swapping harder if the dm ends up being good with that

wild onyx
hearty escarp
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Anytime before or after a session (well, perhaps not hours before the next session) would be reasonable I think.

wild onyx
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As a DM I wouldn't want to hear someone asking to change their character ten minutes before the session starts!

hollow beacon
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oh yeah it'd be a few days in advance for sure

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on the bright side, due to it being a new group and also due to the aforementioned rp issue, I didn't do a lot during the first session, so shouldn't be a rough swap I'd hope
sucks that my DM put time and planning into tying the character into the plot but I feel like if the character doesnt fit it doesnt fit, and I'd just end up being a milquetoast addition to the table lol

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ty for the advice o7

hearty escarp
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It's not optimal for sure, but as a DM I'd rather throw away some prep than have a player not have fun at the table. The latter is what we're here for, after all!

chrome spade
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I am going to DM for my first time to inexperienced players
Any free pre made adventure i can use lvl 1

lavish kayak
wild onyx
lavish kayak
mental shadow
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Hello! Is it possible for me to join a group and just play with free resources or is there stuff I should purchase before hand? I already have tabletop simulator game on steam from a long time ago if that helps?

exotic remnantBOT
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lavish kayak
exotic remnantBOT
minor mason
mental shadow
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yeah I bought it back in 2020 so that was a long shot lol. Should I just go straight to finding a table and go from there?

hearty blaze
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Learn the rules first if you haven’t already

lavish kayak
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what nugget said

hearty blaze
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You should learn to swim before jumping into the pool

mental shadow
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I know theres a stigma behind it but I have watched quite a bit of critical role so I feel like I know enough to kinda figure out the rest on the fly. Do you guys recommend a book I should buy first or?

wild onyx
minor mason
mental shadow
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where is this located, sorry

echo kelp
mental shadow
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Thank you!

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I appreciate all the help!

urban vine
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How did you set up your first online campaign? I know there's #1050209410460426281 but beyond that what resources are available to look for a group and see if they match what you are looking for?

lavish kayak
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all channels to search for games on this server are listed there

devout grove
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chat how many cantrips do i know as a lvl 3 wizard

lavish kayak
devout grove
lavish kayak
hearty escarp
devout grove
lavish kayak
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chapter 3

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the wizard traits table

devout grove
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alr thx @lavish kayak

oblique gate
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For hit points (in the sheets). What should I write at "current" "temp" and "max". Hanaloading

lavish kayak
oblique gate
wild onyx
oblique gate
lost silo
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Hit points are a measure of your life you have left. Max is determined by you class hit die, the die you roll each level to gain a new max + constitution modifier each level. So a fighter shows a hit die of d10. Let’s say his con modifier is +2. At level one his max is 10+2 (because you get the max on your hit die atlevel 1) then at level 2 he rolls that d10 and gets a 6 + 2 con modifier. So his max is 10+2+6+2 for a 20. His current hp is goes down from the 20 if he becomes injured. This can be healed back up to a 20 via many ways. Temp hp is usually given from spells or abilities which are a way to temporarily exceed your max/give you extra hp, but they don’t come back unless another spell or ability do it again

oblique gate
lost silo
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Anything you’re proficient in will get you proficiency bonus (assuming level one character then +2) and the modifier from the skill the proficiency goes with. So those both would be 2 + your dexterity modifier

oblique gate
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What’s the difference between species traits and features?

honest mountain
wild onyx
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Traits are what we call flavour. They describe typical members of the species, like their general look.

Features are what we also call mechanics. They're little bits of rules that affect what your character can do in the game, like darkvision giving you an enhanced ability to see in the dark.

oblique gate
honest mountain
wild onyx
oblique gate
honest mountain
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Traits are your character’s appearance and stuff

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Features are their mechanical effects

oblique gate
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Ok so in the sheets there’s class feature and feature

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So in the class one I write that

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And in feature I write my species one ?

oblique gate
main oracle
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Hai umm, how different is pathfinder 2e to the 5e and 5.5e? I have a semi understanding of 5e and 5.5e, but a game I'm joining soon is pathfinder 2e...how much different is it?

smoky adder
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It’s a completely separate game from D&D.

frigid helm
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There are some similiarities but Spam has the crack of it, There is a PF2e server that you might get more from.

main oracle
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Ah OK thanks

oblique gate
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Alright, as an owlin, my background gives me a pet mouse as an equipment. That’s not really possible since the character is an owl. Is there a possibility to change the pet ?

smoky adder
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That’s something you’d have to discuss with your DM.

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But I’d imagine most DMs would be fine with it.

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As long as you’re not trying to trade it for something crazy, like a velociraptor.

clever moon
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Being a human means that I can choose another origin feats right? Asking just to make sure

fresh fable
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Yes

oblique gate
clever moon
fresh fable
oblique gate
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As a rogue, if i understand it well I don’t have any spellcasting abilities?

smoky adder
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Not unless you choose the Arcane Trickster rogue subclass, no.

oblique gate
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How do I know if I’m proficient for a weapon ?

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Should I check my class of my species ?

wheat crystal
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You will have a feature that gives you weapon proficiency

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Usually either a general one that applies to a category of weapons (e.g. martial weapons), or to a specific weapon (e.g. whips)

oblique gate
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For rogue it’s written "at 1st lvl, choose two or your skill proficiencies, or one of your skill proficiencies and your proficiency with thieves tools. Your proficiency bonus is doubled for any ability check you make that uses either of the chosen proficiencies"

oblique gate
oblique gate
ripe pecan
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hello!! :3

vital sail
oblique gate
hearty escarp
vital sail
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When you are proficient in a skill or weapon, you add your proficiency bonus (+2 at level 1) when making attack rolls / skill checks.

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Your class tells you what weapons you are proficient in, and your skills are based on class, origin, and species

wheat crystal
oblique gate
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Thank you guys GP0w_BunnyHeart

livid chasm
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Im very new to this how do I make a character?

hearty escarp
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If you have questions along the way, feel free to let us know.

livid chasm
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Ok thank you

livid chasm
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Alright i read about making a character whats next?

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
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That was fast! If you want you can try making a practice character, otherwise if you wanted to jump straight into finding a group you can check #find-a-game

livid chasm
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I want to try and making a practice character how would I do that?

wheat crystal
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D&DBeyond has the Basic rules integrated

lavish kayak
wheat crystal
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Into the character creator, that is

clever moon
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what if I cant download dnd beyond tho?

wheat crystal
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It exists as a website

lavish kayak
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that imo works a lot better

wheat crystal
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Same here in my experience

clever moon
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ah ok thanks :3

sturdy marlin
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I have made my character:3 is there anything else I need to do in order to play:3?

lavish kayak
clever moon
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say tho do you guys have any tips to find player using the same language? A DnD player in my country is pretty pretty rare

hearty escarp
lavish kayak
sturdy marlin
wheat crystal
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You can also see if there are any local game stores or libraries in your area that host games

exotic remnantBOT
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timid locust
clever moon
sturdy marlin
clever moon
glacial linden
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My friend and I were hoping if we could join a campaign and start a new adventure with others
Any idea on where?

frigid helm
frozen pelican
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Does anyone have any good bots for DND servers? It’s my first time as a DM and we’re doing it online! adhd_creature

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-# please at me if you do A_GirlFS

karmic finch
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hey all! newcomer to dnd and making my first character. its a level 3 warlock and im choosing invocations (2014) im stuck between Misty visions or Tome of shadow secrets something or other. Rituals seem pretty good but making illusions just seems like fun.

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also took agonizing blast cuz everyone says to

main fulcrum
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That kind of choice tends to come down to what you think is more fun/useful

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If your party doesn't have another ritual caster, then the ritual book can be very useful for things like Detect Magic. If it does, it's less important.

eternal jackal
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Hi

exotic remnantBOT
karmic finch
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Thank you for the feedback!
I guess my next question would be, which rituals do I pick? Im assuming detect magic would be one

lavish kayak
eternal jackal
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Will I AM New so can I be a dragon Hunter?

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?

lavish kayak
main fulcrum
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There is no dragon hunter class. However, if you play D&D enough, you likely will fight dragons eventually

ornate kiln
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the links above from the bot tell you how the game works. If you want to play a character that wants to hunt dragons, you can, though you need to work with your Dungeon Master to find out how much that will come up in the story

eternal jackal
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Will I'm on mobile

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IS dere a DND game for mobile???

main fulcrum
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So, this is the server for the tabletop roleplaying game, not computer/mobile games.

glacial linden
eternal jackal
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Oh

main fulcrum
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Some virtual tabletops for D&D can be used on your phone, but honestly most don't work very well. And you would still need a group of people to play.

ornate kiln
main fulcrum
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If you want a D&D related computer game, there are some that have been put out over the years. But off the top of my head, I can't think of one that works on mobile.

ornate kiln
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not every online tool does work on phones, yeah

eternal jackal
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Like dnd beyond?

ornate kiln
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dnd beyond works on mobile. they have an app

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on a tablet, you can even just use the regular website

main fulcrum
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Though do note that D&D Beyond is not a game in and of itself. It's a tool that helps with playing the tabletop game

karmic finch
eternal jackal
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Oh 😞 but is dere a way to get DND In mobile?

ornate kiln
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again DnD is not a like a video game. Ive played with people who just used their phone, but it wont work for every "table"

eternal jackal
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Okay

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Thanks

minor mason
lavish kayak
vagrant flax
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Where do I start in dnd

exotic remnantBOT
vagrant flax
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I have friends but none played dnd before

lavish kayak
vagrant flax
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Ok thank you

lavish kayak
vagrant flax
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Ok 👍

oblique gate
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hey is there anyone who would be free to call to help me fill up my sheets? GP0w_CatLove

lavish kayak
oblique gate
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ill be easier for me

lavish kayak
plucky crystal
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Hello

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I'm new

hearty blaze
exotic remnantBOT
plucky crystal
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Yeah a whole 10 seconds

hearty blaze
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Whoever called Dyno thanks but that might not help

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ANYWHO
Dnd is a very reading focused game

plucky crystal
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Discord server bot

hearty blaze
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Well not focused, but you have to read a lot

plucky crystal
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Dyno is a server bot

plucky crystal
ebon mural
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You need reading...and some math

hearty blaze
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I am aware, but we can summon them too

ebon mural
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But only some

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.

plucky crystal
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Also in my IRL campaign I already know most of the basics

ebon mural
plucky crystal
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I finished up to our first fight but they don't know how to do their bbg

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
plucky crystal
hearty blaze
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Then yeah you know enough to play a game, definitely

plucky crystal
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Yay

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Chain group finding

plucky ridge
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Having a good grasp of one class will set you up for success when you try another. The foundational pieces stay the same, it just adds some new stuff as you go.

hearty blaze
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short rests are rests that a party do for one hour, where they regain their hit dice (what it is depending on the class, and how many depending on the level). Each one restores 1 hit dice +con mod worth of health.

hearty blaze
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Or a level 4 rogue would have 4d8

plucky crystal
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???

hearty blaze
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It seems I’ve confused you

plucky crystal
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Yes

hearty blaze
plucky crystal
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Can we just do a simple campaign please I don't like the rest sustem

hearty blaze
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-# the rest system is part of a simple campaign

plucky crystal
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Oh

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Oh nooooooooooo

hearty blaze
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Ok maybe I just explained it badly

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So a short rest is an rest that lasts an hour

plucky crystal
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Ok

hearty blaze
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And you can use it to heal

abstract raft
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Not a real life hour btw

plucky crystal
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K

abstract raft
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An in game hour

plucky crystal
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I see

hearty blaze
abstract raft
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Yeah 😂

plucky crystal
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K

hearty blaze
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The hit dice

plucky crystal
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Very

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Yes

abstract raft
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Generally if you use DND beyond it has your hit dice listed and will roll them for you

plucky crystal
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Can people do it in discord calls and use a online dice site to spin

hearty blaze
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So you know how each class has a different die that helps contribute to their health as they level up?
(D10 for fighters, d8 for rogues)

plucky crystal
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Yeah

abstract raft
plucky crystal
hearty blaze
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Your hit dice is you’re level x that dice

plucky crystal
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Ok

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I'm still confused tho

hearty blaze
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What are you confused about?

plucky crystal
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The hit dice is very confusing

hearty blaze
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What about them? The dice amount or the type of dice?

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(Amount is based on your level, and type of dice depending on your class)

plucky crystal
hearty blaze
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Shall I try to give a hypothetical?

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That right help

plucky crystal
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Yes

hearty blaze
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1 example of a short rest may be after a skirmish, and the level 3 barbarian is badly hurt and wishes to spend all of his hit dice (3d12). He then heals 3d12 health + 3x his Constitution modifier.

plucky crystal
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Ok

hearty blaze
main fulcrum
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Just a reminder, you heal the hit die plus your Con modifier (which you may have been leaving out for simplicity, but does matter in terms of total health regained)

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
main fulcrum
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You left it out of the hypothetical example, which is what I was reading 😉

hearty blaze
muted lily
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Hey guys

hearty blaze
muted lily
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Just saying hi

hearty blaze
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Did you just change Pfp in those 3 minutes?

muted lily
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Yeah

versed charm
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How do I play ?

frail inlet
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Oops I was in the wrong chat. What VTTs do you play on? Or does that differ

grand oar
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I've seen online that people make backup characters, so I'm wondering if there's a certain amount I should make??

I'm also aware some DMs don't allow Homebrewing (i think that's what it's called) so should I just make a character from one of the classes? Do i need to know much about a specific class??

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
versed charm
frail inlet
hearty blaze
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I say if you want make 1 backup. I personally don’t make any.

grand oar
grand oar
hearty blaze
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For the classes, yes make one from that. It’s a TON easier for the DM to consider and for you to get a table

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And you should know the basic mechanics of your class, but start with just one that you like

grand oar
versed charm
hearty blaze
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Rules wise

versed charm
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Def not

hearty blaze
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Then you don’t need to worry about looking for games yet

frail inlet
versed charm
hearty blaze
versed charm
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So should I make a character?

hearty blaze
versed charm
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Kk Thanks

hearty blaze
lost silo
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It’s a good idea to practice making a character yes. Keep in mind it’s practice and may need to be refined or started over when u find a group

frail inlet
versed charm
versed charm
frail inlet
# versed charm I see

U might have to read into it a little, take your time with making a character is what I can tell you from experience

hearty blaze
versed charm
frail inlet
hearty blaze
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There are two modifiers, ability and proficiency

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(One is stat based, the other is level based)

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AIGHT GTG NOW

plush bane
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Yo can someone teach me how to like actually play dnd and like teach me abt the mechanics or direct me to something that will teach me

errant wagon
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I learned and still learning by joining games but that’s hard to do in person without a friend group that plays but the handbooks help and watching shows that play it help to

exotic remnantBOT
vital sail
plush bane
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Thx

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Quick question

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Are there any classes that let me be a rogue like assassin whilst letting me use mimics to make weapons or clothes and be like a mimic controller

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Or can I make a home brew class for that

wheat crystal
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You would have to make a homebrew class to control mimics, but homebrewing is not recommended for newbies

plush bane
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Oh ok

wheat crystal
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Classes especially since they’re the hardest to design right

plush bane
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I have some experience just not rly official dnd campaigns

lost silo
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I would be shocked if any DM would allow that to be honest. That would get OP real quick

grand oar
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my bf gave me these stats and told me usually u get 20 starting points but looking it up it says 27??

Strength:
Intelligence:
Magic:
Stealth:
Perception:
Persuasion:
Agility:
Luck:

and ive seen diff stats before so im just trying to get clarification LOL

wheat crystal
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As a bridge you might like the concept of reflavoring; changing the narrative description of features without changing the mechanics. It’s technically DM-dependent but reflavors are significantly more likely to be approved compared to mechanical homebrew

honest mountain
grand oar
honest mountain
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I don’t know where he got 20

lost silo
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It’s 27 but those are not D&D attributes, will not most of them

wheat crystal
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You could describe your spells as summoning a mimic to coat yourself (Mage Armor), send out mini mimics (Magic Missile) etc

honest mountain
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I don’t know what game it is

wheat crystal
plush bane
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What if I made a system where I could find mimics and take them and I can upgrade them by giving them recourses and stuff. Also I js think having a mimic storage that only opens for me or sumn would be cool. And Mby I can try balancing it by starting with no mimics or smth.

wheat crystal
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Stealth, Perception, and Persuasion do exist in the game but as skills, not stats

grand oar
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thank you all 😭 🙏

wheat crystal
plush bane
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Ya.

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Thx for the help

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Hmmm what if I made it kind of a subclass that I unlock at a certain level or mimic taming is like a skill I learn

wheat crystal
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Subclasses are easier to homebrew than full classes

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There’s a lot of design paradigms that go into making a functional and well made subclass. You can shoot some ideas over in #homebrew but again I recommend familiarizing yourself with the base game before delving into modifying the system

honest mountain
plush bane
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Alright tysm again for the help

honest mountain
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It would be much easier to just describe your spells as mimic themed

distant parcel
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hey is anyone willing to let me join a game and teach me how to play? I've never played dnd before

exotic remnantBOT
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wheat crystal
# distant parcel hey is anyone willing to let me join a game and teach me how to play? I've never...

Welcome! I’d have a look at #learn-to-play as well as this channel’s pins, both of which have a bunch of useful newbie links including to the free Basic Rules. I suggest making a practice character as you flip through, since it often aids the learning process. The more you learn the easier it is to get into a table as well!

Don't feel pressured to memorize everything, take it at your own pace and focus on what you want to do (e.g. no need to read every spell description, or every classes' mechanics if you don't plan on playing one)

Also feel free to ask any specific questions you have here, we’re always happy to help! :)

If you're familiar with the rules already and/or just want to jump straight into group finding check out ⁠#find-a-game to learn how to use this server to find a group

distant parcel
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okay thank you so much

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what character types do you think are the easiest for beginners?

wheat crystal
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Some classes are more complex than others but none so much that a newbie couldn’t learn a class effectively.

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In my experience it’s better to start with a class you find interesting to play

distant parcel
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okay thank you so much

buoyant hill
# distant parcel okay thank you so much

I agree. Whatever's most interesting is probably most worth it in the long run. Complex classes like the Druid, Monk, or Sorcerer might take some extra rules-tracking but your DM and fellow players should be able to help with that.

And if you need someone to simplify certain features for you or walk you through the rhythm of play for a certain class in combat (since that's where the rules come in most), you can always return to the server for advice.

distant parcel
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okay thanks

mystic dawn
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Hey, so where can I go on here to find a group to play with

buoyant hill
mystic dawn
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Thank you

distant parcel
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so for ability scores what type of dice do i roll for each stat

wheat crystal
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The official rolling method is 4d6 drop lowest until you have an array of 6 numbers you can assign to whatever stat you want

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For newbies however we recommend using Standard Array or Point Buy. Rolling is often only done under DM supervision to prevent cheating

distant parcel
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oh okay

wheat crystal
distant parcel
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if you dont mind me asking what's the difference between intelligence and wisdom?

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sorry if im bothering ive just never done anything with dnd

harsh fjord
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The channel is for questions! Intelligence is more like knowledge of information. Wisdom is closer to intuition, knowing that is beyond facts.

midnight dune
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Hey does anyone know how to make a looking for players post thing? I'm still kinda new to the server sorry if this is the wrong channel

harsh fjord
midnight dune
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Oh no I haven't thanks!

wheat crystal
distant parcel
harsh fjord
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Yep, that'd be one approach!

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Stats don't have to determine roleplay, however.

distant parcel
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okay thanks

weak zodiac
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Any campaigns looking for players? I have a character ready to go

echo kelp
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Please use the Looking For Game channels to solicit/organize games (it's off-topic to do sou outside of those channels). See #find-a-game for more information about those channels and how to use them.

exotic remnantBOT
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lyric fjord
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hello. i am new to dnd. if you are also new to dnd, this is, in my opinion, some good advice. lean into the cheesiness of the game. that is something i needed to hear. and i think some of you needed to as well

distant parcel
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what is a cantrip spell?

wheat crystal
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A cantrip is a special type of spell, equivalent to a “0th-level spell.” They don’t require spell slots to cast

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Though you still need to follow all the other spellcasting rules

ivory kernel
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So what does d_ mean for example I do 10d6 damage

deft sigil
ivory kernel
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OHHHHHHH

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that makes so much more sense

deft sigil
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The twenty sided die is shortened to d20 for example. D4, d6, d8, d10, d12, d20 and d100 are, I believe the standard seven dice used in the game

ivory kernel
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D100?

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so also how does the damage system even work?

deft sigil
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Often called the percentile die. Used for rolling things on a table usually or for things that have a percent chance to happen

ivory kernel
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I’m very confused by it

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oh

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OHHHHHH

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that makes sense

deft sigil
# ivory kernel I’m very confused by it

A weapon attack or spell will tell you the damage for if it hits.

A fireball, for example is 8d6. You roll 8 of those six sided dice, add up the total and that is the damage the spell would do

ivory kernel
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oh

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WOW that makes so much sense

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Wait why’d that sound sarcastic

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I think I just found a way to cheat dnd

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But I don’t wanna get techy so yesh

deft sigil
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I wouldnt try to cheat.. it spoils the fun and the rest of your group will most likely not be happy about it.

Best to just learn the game before trying to break it.

ivory kernel
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Ik

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I won’t use it [im the dm] but it’s an idea

deft sigil
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Trying to use something like weighted dice, for example, could lead to people asking you not to play with them any more

ivory kernel
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Yeah Ik

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it also doesn’t involve like weighted die and stuff

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it’s an old gambling trick if I’m correct

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essentially u js cook ur die in the oven

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Also I’m not a cheater so yeah I just thought of that for some reason idk

wheat crystal
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Cooking dice makes weighted dice. The whole purpose of cooking them is to melt the material slightly so the weight shifts onto the side opposite the desired value.

honest mountain
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And it’s cheating

warm fulcrum
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yo so just joining the DnD community, never played it though I did play one session of Gloomhaven once. There any early pitfalls I should avoid? Also don't have a group I'm playing with yet either

harsh fjord
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Don't take away from the fun of the table, including the DM's fun. If you can manage that, you should be good for the most part.

languid kraken
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New here, does anyone have any tips for non-AL PbP?

warm fulcrum
harsh fjord
harsh fjord
languid kraken
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Like a Roll20 style "join game" list where I don't have to import DnDBeyond characters into Roll20

warm fulcrum
ornate dawn
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So I have no clue how dnd works but I want to learn, is there anyone willing to explain the game to me? No pressure if no one wants to

exotic remnantBOT
hearty blaze
ornate dawn
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Going slow but I’ll get there

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Thanks btw

hearty blaze
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Any questions?

minor mason
orchid flax
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hello

warm fulcrum
hearty blaze
orchid flax
hearty blaze
orchid flax
hearty blaze
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Need any help with anything dnd related?

hearty blaze
orchid flax
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yes

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everything, ive only done homebrews based off of animes so i need to learn vanilla

hearty blaze
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Shall I direct you to the rules then?

exotic remnantBOT
orchid flax
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thats alot of words.

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
orchid flax
hearty blaze
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Then you’re gonna either learn to love them or get a text-to-voice thing

orchid flax
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it could also just be thats it late

hearty blaze
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Or watch a video

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That works too

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But those can be hit or miss

minor mason
orchid flax
hearty blaze
orchid flax
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im sure i have most the rules down, its just im not sure waht i dont know.

hearty blaze
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Plus rests

minor mason
orchid flax
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uh yeah alot of that seems familiar

hearty blaze
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I’d read it again anyway so that you consolidate your knowledge

orchid flax
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i am currently im just confused on one thing. d20 so the way we played in the homebrews is that a natural 20 no matter the challange to beat, is a success, by the looks of it does that only apply to attack rolls?

hearty blaze
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Only attacks

minor mason
hearty blaze
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Notably, not skill checks

orchid flax
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ok good to know.

hearty blaze
orchid flax
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i dont think there was a single thing we kept in it

hearty blaze
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At that point is that even dnd, if nothing is the same

orchid flax
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uhhhhhhh good question

hearty blaze
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Also it seems like you kept skill checks

orchid flax
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the only normal one i did was witha diffrent group where it was greek mythology and i think he only chnaged stuff like items and or eneimes i never got to fully dive into the mechinices sense it was cancled

slow rapids
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guys, a small question, for someone who has never dm'ed before but played a few games, is there any oneshot/two shot module you'd recommend to try to get a little grip on things?

minor mason
lavish kayak
errant idol
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I am a newcomer , can I ask if to play this game online, do i need to buy anything physical?

hearty blaze
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Rolling a physical dice is a lot more immersive than rolling a dice electronically, and a single set of dice isn’t that expensive.

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And yes I’m mostly recommending dice

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You can get just one set, but I run through them so fast I have plenty.

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Also Hu Tao stop you can’t eat the lil dead one 😭

errant idol
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Then if I am playing online through voice channel, the DM will be streaming the map and the scenario? (I don't know the terms for it, I just saw a webtoon related to it and got interested XD)

errant idol
hearty blaze
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But yes

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Maybe not the scenario, but the map yes

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Like, they won’t be able to show you a live tavern scene, but they might have a tavern map/photo

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At least, I assume. Maybe I shouldn’t say much considering my validity as a source is questionable

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Anyone please feel free to correct me

pseudo lark
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Has anyone played or ran a session using Grim Hollow? it looks really interesting being dark fantasy and all

errant idol
hearty blaze
errant idol
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No more at the moment!

shadow olive
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I am gonna DM for my first time today does anyone have any tips, everything is apreceated!

fresh fable
fresh fable
fresh fable
hearty blaze
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Nice catch, that’s mb

past trellis
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hello everyone! just joined the server ❤️

hearty blaze
past trellis
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overall I just looked round the various parts of the server for now and I might join now and then with bringing fanart of my DnD party into the art section of the server ✨

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I was however wondering if it's possible for me to promote stuff like DnD art commissions here or not (don't wanna do smth that's against the rules after all!) ❤️

slow rapids
fresh fable
hearty blaze
past trellis
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thank you so much! ❤️

hearty blaze
fresh fable
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They added extra stuff to the old starter adventure

muted lily
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Is wizard a good class to begin with

minor mason
muted lily
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Oh thank you

minor mason
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Just post here if you need help

sick vale
# muted lily Is wizard a good class to begin with

Not really
It's a complecated class to play because of the spellcasting system in the game and the spell book system they have
But if u can keep up with the massive amount of spells and stuf in the game then u should go for it

hearty escarp
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It's definitely on the higher end of complexity compared to other classes. But as long as you start at level 1, it's a surmountable complexity.

minor mason
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Wizard is a perfectly good class to start with, especially if you're level 1.

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All classes are great choices for beginners. Just pick the one you think you'll enjoy the most

sick vale
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I wasn't saying it's not a good choice
I'm just saying it's more to keep track of than other classes

fresh fable
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It’s a few spells and 1 spell slot to track

sick vale
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Yeah but at higher level they have a ton of spells while barbarians still only have like 1 ability

hearty blaze
minor mason
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The question was "is wizard a good class to begin with" and the answer is yes

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Let's not dissuade newbies from trying out a class just because of perceived difficulty

hearty blaze
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Well, “is [insert class] a good class to begin with” is a question that is always “yes” as long as it’s an official class

fringe sail
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Umm hello is anyone here familiar with the artificer battlesmith class? Cuz im struggling and i need lots of help…

hearty blaze
fringe sail
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Wahhhh so nice ummmm would u mind helping me get a hang of it?

hearty blaze
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I can answer some questions, if that’s what you mean. I’m happy to help!

fringe sail
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Yayyyy dndLol

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Okie soooo

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
fringe sail
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Waittt lemme send u a pic of the card I have to fill in

hearty blaze
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A card?

fringe sail
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Yeah like the one u fill in to write in rhe strength the class and all that

hearty blaze
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You mean a character sheet?

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Or like an overview of a class

fringe sail
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Ah yeah

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Sorry im still not familiar with the dnd talk

hearty blaze
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Btw battle smith is a subclass (just in case you didn’t know)

fresh fable
hearty blaze
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So it’s a character sheet?

fringe sail
hearty blaze
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Or a class overview?

fringe sail
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I think

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I sent u on pv

fresh fable
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Have you at least looked at the basic rules?

fringe sail
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Uhhh I played dnd once but with friends

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They would help me

hearty blaze
fringe sail
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Wha thats a lot of stuff

hearty blaze
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Anyway, I’d recommend just making your character stats, species and background first

hearty blaze
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Eh the rules are very similar anyway

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Just the character creation is a tad different

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Just double checking, you playing on 2014 or 2024? Some DM’s allow Artificer in 2024 rules, tho it’s technically not official.

fringe sail
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Okie so I made the species but are there only these 4 backgrounds?

fringe sail
hearty blaze
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So it’s homebrew

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Aight good to know

hearty blaze
fringe sail
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Oh my friends has the books

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For dnd

hearty blaze
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Then read those

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Gimme a sec

fringe sail
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Ah…. Welp she aint really available at the time… if she was I would ask her for help ;p

hearty blaze
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Acolyte, Artisan, Charlatan, Criminal, Entertainer, Farmer, Guard, Guide, Hermit, Merchant, Noble, Sage, Sailor, Scribe, Soldier, and Wayfarer

fringe sail
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Wow tahts a lotttt

hearty blaze
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I believe that’s all
I put this down somewhere just for this occasion

hearty blaze
fringe sail
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Hmmm lemme think a little (thats a lot to choose from)

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I think artisan?

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Not sure tho

hearty blaze
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Those get intelligence so that could work

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You also get the crafter feature

fringe sail
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Yay okie

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So now what do I do?

hearty blaze
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Have you done your stats?

fringe sail
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No…. Thats the troublesome part

hearty blaze
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Well that’s one part that I can help you with

fringe sail
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Yay!

hearty blaze
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So do you know what method your campaigns using? Point buy, standard array or rolled?

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If it’s any of the first two, I can help

fringe sail
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Uhhhh…. I would asume rolled…? Wait lemme google these words

hearty blaze
minor mason
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Unless this is a practice character

fringe sail
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Okayyy

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Standard array they are saying

hearty blaze
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Great! You know how those work?

fringe sail
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No.

fresh fable
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?tag new artificer

exotic remnantBOT
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dynoError No tag artificer found in category new.

hearty blaze
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You have 6 predetermined ability scores: 15,14,13,12,10,8.
Allocate these to whichever stats you see fit

fringe sail
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O okay gimme a sec then

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Okay so; int 15, con 14, then dex, strength, charisma, wisdom

fresh fable
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Sounds right for an arti

fringe sail
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Now what do I do?