#dnd-newcomers

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hearty blaze
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Some general descriptions on what you want your character to be capable of can help us with recommendations

glass snow
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What do I need to start playing dnd

hearty blaze
bleak roost
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Tbh idk maby like spels becus then i can use ise like my ise sona

hearty blaze
bleak roost
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I mean is

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Idk dislexsia frovsen water

hearty blaze
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I get ise is ice, but what is sona

bleak roost
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My fursona

hearty blaze
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Ahhhh

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Well, there are many ice spells

ornate kiln
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my recommendation is draconic sorcerer in that case

hearty blaze
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Same

ornate kiln
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decent amount of ice spells, not too complicated, and you can even boost those spells, plus you reinforce your theme

hearty blaze
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Pretty much perfect yeah

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It was designed for what Iris had in mind

ornate kiln
# bleak roost My fursona

if you follow my recommendation, go sorcerer at level 1, and when you reach level 3, pick draconic sorcery as your sorcerer subclass

bleak roost
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What is a subclass

ornate kiln
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a kind of specialisation. every class gets those

hearty blaze
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For a real world analogy, a dentist is a subclass of a doctor

glass snow
hearty blaze
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Probably a video somewhere, but I don’t know any specifically

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And it’s too much info for one paragraph

wheat crystal
glass snow
wheat crystal
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If you're talking about Handbooker Helper, keep in mind:

  1. It was made for the now outdated/old 2014 game
  2. It's not a replacement for learning the rules, just a supplement
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In any case it is a lot of information, so I suggest focusing your reading past the foundational stuff (the section titled "Playing the Game"). For example if you want to play a Fighter, you don't need to read the Paladin class page, nor any other class page.

glass snow
bleak roost
crisp valve
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hello i am a newcomer

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

crisp valve
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ty

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i love dnd but i get so confused so i came here lol

wheat crystal
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If you have any questions feel free to ask!

crisp valve
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well mostly about my character shet, could i send it to you n u give me notes etc?

wheat crystal
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You could DM it, though I suggest also posting it either here or in #character-discussion to get more aggregate feedback

crisp valve
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will do

wheat crystal
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If you made it on D&DBeyond, it’s as simple as making sure the character is set to public and sending the share link. If you made via some other method (e.g. physical, PDF) you can upload it to a trusted filesharing site like Google Drive and send the share link to that instead.

weak lion
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You can also export a DND beyond sheet to a PDF and upload that as well for a more physical sheet look if that helps you to visualize!

lean marsh
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okay send inquires for some games wish me luck

tawny nebula
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Do most dms like to start characters out at lvl 1 or 3 ?..

echo kelp
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No idea

tawny nebula
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Gotcha ty

wild onyx
tranquil island
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can somenoe help me pls

hidden haven
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with what?

tranquil island
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I don't know how to properly level up my ranger he's already level four and i'm a little dyslexic so I didn't want to explain to me

hidden haven
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what are you using for your character sheet? is this d&d beyond?

tranquil island
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Sorry About that

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No

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My dm send me a character sheet through download

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I can head to a party and share my screen

hidden haven
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okay and it needs to be leveled up to level 4? do you have a link to the character sheet?

wheat crystal
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In short:

  1. Adjust your HP / max HP based on your class (Ranger is a d10 class)
  2. Adjust the number of hit die you have (You’ll have 4d10 now)
  3. Write down any new features your class gives you based on your class table. If you have a choice write down what choice you made here (At level 4 you can take the Ability Score Improvement feat or another of your choice that you qualify for).

See here for the full info on character level advancement

tranquil island
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No I understand that at the same time , I don't reading in spelling , is not my forte

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I need hands on directions

indigo iron
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Where can I find group to play D&D with? I have been searching for a while to find website or server but I kinda start to get overwhelmed, I am a newbie

exotic remnantBOT
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harsh fjord
karmic oriole
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I HAVE NEVER ONCE TOUCHED DND, But my uncle keeps talking about it so I thought I'd get started, Is there a site that shows the list of 'allowed' characters ?

ripe finch
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lavish kayak
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@ripe finch @karmic oriole the free rules are linked above, read them and ask any questions you might have

dapper zephyr
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as a beast master (subclass ranger level 3)..can i create a Beast of the sea using an octopus ? from what i understood the stat block will be only "beast of the sea" ...and the rule is kinda vague "choosing a kind appropriate for that stat block"... does that mean only like sea creatures for sea beast or does it mean the size should also be Medium ?

lavish kayak
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an octopus can be medium sized

dapper zephyr
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and can i ignore the " breath underwater " trait of the octopus stat ? since it will only be the beast of the sea stat

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so it can breath on land 😄

hearty escarp
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Yep. The only downside to using the Beast of the Sea on land is that it will be moving very slowly.

timid locust
dapper zephyr
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yes thanks iw as confused by the " choosing a kind appropriate for that stat block" wording

split drift
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Hi, I'm new, I want play but I don't know hoy to play, someone can help me or show me 😖

exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
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Those links, especially #learn-to-play, should help! If you have specific questions as you're working your way through, don't be afraid to ask!

split drift
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Ok srry

harsh fjord
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No apologies needed. This channel is for getting people oriented, but walking them through the game is more time-intensive than folks have time for, generally.

dapper epoch
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Can I join a party of someone I'm a noob

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
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@dapper epoch the free rules are linked above, read them and ask any questions you might have

red parcel
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Put me in coach, I’m ready to play

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My blood elf is now a she and is ready to mess some stuff up. If anyone wants to PM me to see if I’m a good fit for their campaign let me know 💕

exotic remnantBOT
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timid locust
red parcel
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Thanks! I’ve been getting into it with my sisters bfs campaign again but he’s just starting up a new one in the new year

timid locust
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I will warn you, however, that Blood Elf isn't an official species! That might make your search a little harder.

red parcel
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I just got my ps2 up and running so I’ll be able to get a better idea but can I send a pic of what I’m meaning? It’s more dark elf/elven race

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Also do you think I should be putting a trigger warning with this new group? I feel like they’re pretty comfortable with me now but idk I just want to be safe

timid locust
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PlayStation 2? I'm sorry, but I have no idea what that has to do with DnD

red parcel
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My first rp experience was champions of norath

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Think that’s how it’s spelled

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I chose the guy cause my mom liked the girl lmao

main fulcrum
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There are some D&D video games, but this server is for the tabletop roleplaying game specifically

timid locust
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I'm very confused, it feels like you're answering questions that no one is asking

red parcel
harsh fjord
vivid raven
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Hey

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I’ve made a character with the online thing can anyone check it’s okay?

lavish kayak
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send it!

vivid raven
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DMs or here?

lavish kayak
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here

wide flame
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Yee, drop a link

vivid raven
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I’ve only just started looking into dnd today so sorry if it’s really bad

glossy tusk
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we all start somewhere!

wide flame
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I'm getting an error. My browser doesn't like that link at all.

lavish kayak
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it works for me

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looks good👍

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only thing is you might want more con

vivid raven
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Con?

glossy tusk
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constitution

lavish kayak
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constitution

glossy tusk
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youll get used to the shortened versions

vivid raven
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That’s the highest it would let me

wide flame
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-# Hahaha omg I'm dumb. I pasted it with a space in the link no wonder it didn't work.

lavish kayak
vivid raven
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Ahhh

lavish kayak
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maybe get a bit less wis and more con

vivid raven
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Sound

wide flame
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Yeah I agree. Swapping Wis and Con would be a good idea.

lavish kayak
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not nessecarily swapping

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just getting at least 2 more con

glossy tusk
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whats the class

lavish kayak
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fighter

vivid raven
glossy tusk
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ah

vivid raven
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This better?

vivid raven
glossy tusk
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yea its the starter basically, but still good

timid locust
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That would be Fighter, yeah!

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Nice and straightforward.

vivid raven
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Is there some massive book I should probably read?

timid locust
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The Basic Rules should be sufficient

dapper epoch
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I created a charcter how can I start a game?

timid locust
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They have everything you need to play.

exotic remnantBOT
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timid locust
vivid raven
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Where would the basic rules be located ?

exotic remnantBOT
vivid raven
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Ty

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I need to know every single creature ?

harsh fjord
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Nope!

wide flame
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@vivid raven Oh wait... I just clocked that you took mastery in Automatic Rifles. Don't assume you're ever going to see one.

vivid raven
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Oh shi

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Ah well just in case

wide flame
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Lol. Fighters can change their masteries pretty easily anyway. It's not a big deal.
With your highest score being strength, you will find more use in melee weapons and heavy armor

vivid raven
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Kinda just picked the stats off the backstory ish

wide flame
# vivid raven Kinda just picked the stats off the backstory ish

More than fair. Having story inform build is one of the better ways to go, imo.

If you want a ranged character, like guns and bows, you want Dexterity to be your highest score. That's the stat you shoot with.

On another note, I don't see which Fighting Style you took. Make sure to choose one and mark it down.

vivid raven
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Fighting style?

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It was defence

dull kindle
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It works

tardy garden
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hey there. im new to DnD but it looks really fun. I have played a few homebrew sessions (like really homebrew more like pen and paper) with a good friend of mine. Can we learn and maybe play on this server ?

wide flame
harsh fjord
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We don't play on the server, but folks do organize games (read #find-a-game). As for learning, see these links below.

exotic remnantBOT
wide surge
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Hi

wide flame
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Yo

vivid raven
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Ah ts confusing asf

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Wish my mates played it’s so hard tryna find a game

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Idk what you are saying sorry my translate won’t tell me

wild cave
vivid raven
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Yes it’s my Roblox avatar

cunning mesa
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Hello world

cedar sluice
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well howdy there

wary kraken
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Hello 👋

ebon citrus
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HELLO

wary kraken
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HI

exotic remnantBOT
indigo hollow
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any1 got tips on finding a group?

exotic remnantBOT
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harsh fjord
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Cast a wide net, be proactive, and be patient.

broken hound
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Hello

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Is it in here?

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I see

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You a new player?

echo kelp
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aren't we all

broken hound
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True

hearty blaze
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That’s oddly specific

echo kelp
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Let's also remember the server rules as trolling is not appropriate

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Best thing for characters is find something you want to play and make sure it works for your DM's campaign/setting and meshes well with the rest of the party.

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The goal is for everyone at the table to have fun

fringe plaza
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Hi

hearty blaze
# fringe plaza Hi

Goooood morning afternoon evening, Nugget Dnd Player Helpline here, how can I help you today?

unreal token
hearty blaze
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insert elevator music

hearty blaze
vivid raven
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Hey I need to have a second opinion on something in DMs

hearty blaze
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Or dungeon mastering

vivid raven
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Direct messages

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Something sus I have encountered

hearty blaze
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If it’s someone asking for money, or asking for a commission, or asking for anything even remotely suspicious, block and report.

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Very common scam here

vivid raven
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No

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Quite the opposite

hearty blaze
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Oh?

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Offering you money?

wild onyx
vivid raven
vivid raven
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All he had to do was give me all his credit card info + pin
And I put it in his account

wild onyx
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Okay. From here, lacking the context simply because you're not supplying it, I'll agree this sounds unusual and if you have concerns, stop transactions and seek out Discord Support, not the newcomers channel of the official D&D server.

If you'd like to speak to a moderator here say so in this channel: #moderator-support

vivid raven
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THIS WAS ALL SATIRE

wild onyx
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Enjoy your day!

vivid raven
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It’s night

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My day was not enjoyed

lime turret
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Enjoy your next day then. Or else.

copper quarry
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If anyone's in a party, I'd love to join. Just tell the dungeon master to dm me.

exotic remnantBOT
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copper quarry
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oh im a goofy goober

harsh fjord
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It happens all the time! Now you know where to look.

copper quarry
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thanks gang

sonic siren
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Hi yall

echo raptor
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Helloooo

wheat crystal
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Welcome newbies !

rustic rivet
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hi

stable jackal
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Hello! how does one get started if they don’t have a DM?!..

crude stream
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What's a dm

stable jackal
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Dungeon master

crude stream
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Oh

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Interesting

ornate trout
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probably start at the latter

stable jackal
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Omg cool ty!!

crude stream
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Thank youuu

ornate trout
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*unfamiliar

crude stream
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I am unfamiliar with them I'd not mind if you told me thank youu

ornate trout
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ok, what do you know about D&D

crude stream
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Hm I know it's about roleplaying

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:D

ornate trout
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ok good first step

crude stream
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And dungeons and dragons

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That's kinda it

ornate trout
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ok you should find the basic rules and read them there is a command on here for to send a link to them but i can't find it, but you can check on dnd beyond

crude stream
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Alright thank youu

wheat crystal
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The Basic Rules are also linked in #learn-to-play as well as this channel’s pins

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I recommend reading through them, especially the first section Playing the Game and the following sections on character creation. Try making a practice character as you go along and feel free to ask questions here along the way!

crude stream
wary kraken
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Anybody have any good advice for trying to get into a game as a freshie? I've been looking at listings in #looking-for-players but am too nervous to apply.

hearty blaze
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Not knowing the rules, meeting other people, messing up and embarrassing yourself, all of the above…

wary kraken
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I guess it would have to be an all of the above

hearty blaze
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Well, you could try looking for games that are more beginner friendly, or try out doing one shots. Overall though, the community is fairly accommodating for new players.

wary kraken
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Thanks so much!

timid acorn
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Or post it as a Looking for a DM like me back then

viral wasp
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looking for a group for one shots or new to the community players. been playing since college in 2006ish and mostly homebrew between friends over the years but the dice are restless and I dont have a current group. Id like a little more laid back if possible just looking to ease in and not step on any toes unless my character really doesnt like an enemy then there may be toe steppage lol

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any suggestions for free to join groups that meet mostly on weekends around friday or saturday?

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avid fan of crit role up until about the split of the party with ruidus in campaign 3 things kind of went sideways for them at that point

hearty blaze
viral wasp
cobalt juniper
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The novels

abstract blade
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I have an idea for a D&D character and I’m new

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I want to get a character that’s most accurate to a pirate but since I knew, I have no idea how to make a homebrew class

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So do you think you can help me figure out which one of the classes are most pirate like?

main fulcrum
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Swashbuckler rogues are the most obvious choice imo

hearty blaze
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What sort of stuff do you want this pirate to do?

wide flame
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Yeah, the actual character mechanics that you want are more important than class flavor.
Like, any character can be a pirate if you pick the right background and then write them that way.

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Just like how not all musicians are Bards.

hearty blaze
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Don’t even need to pick the right background, any background can be a pirate

abstract blade
# hearty blaze What sort of stuff do you want this pirate to do?

Well, I imagine this pirate to be some sort guy with just two eye patches because of some tragic backstory and was rescued by pirates, who has no idea what he’s doing and instead of having some cool echolocation thing like daredevil he’s just gonna have a parrot who’s gonna tell him where to go and if I roll bad, I don’t know. I’ll guess I’ll just walk off a cliff.

hearty blaze
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Wait two eye patches?

abstract blade
hearty blaze
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We doing a blind build?

abstract blade
hearty blaze
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Well this is gonna be a doozy

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That immediately removes every caster from the table, too many spells require sight

wheat crystal
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I suggest not having "blindness" as an accessory. Outside of using it as a gimmick, rolling to see if you can even walk where you want to is both excessive and detrimental

hearty blaze
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I don’t particularly recommend having a blind character either

abstract blade
hearty blaze
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Blindsight exists in dnd, but that’s usually 10ft

abstract blade
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You know that one pirate on the crew two eye patches and just had a parrot tell him where to hit

wheat crystal
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Are there any particular aspects of being a pirate that appeal to you?

hearty blaze
abstract blade
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Basically the entire concept to me when I was five just sounded so cool

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And if being a pirate was a professional career five-year-old me would jump at the chance

wheat crystal
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Honestly it could be any thing from Rogue to Fighter to Barbarian to Monk depending on how you wanted to represent that stuff mechanically

hearty blaze
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There are a lot of things we can do with that vibe

abstract blade
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It doesn’t really have to be a blind build I just thought of the idea of my character missing and the parrot going no you’re left the guy misses again and the parrot gets mad and goes. No your other left. would be pretty funny.

hearty blaze
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Now it just goes down to the playstyle you want

wheat crystal
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Of each of the classes, I suggest the following subclass/class combos:

  • Swashbuckler Rogue
  • Storm Herald or Berserker Barbarian
  • Battle Master or Champion Fighter
  • Drunken Master Monk
hearty blaze
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(I’d like to throw in swords bard)

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Not in the 4 classes, but having fancy sword flourishes sounds fitting in my vision

abstract blade
hearty blaze
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Yes, except they don’t have to be drunk

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Of course, you can certainly have the chug whiskey before every fight

wheat crystal
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Not super familiar with Naruto but maybe? The 2014 version of the subclass was very much inspired by the Drunken Boxing style of martial arts

abstract blade
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Personally, I’m leaning towards swashbuckler Rogue

hearty blaze
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Yeah that’s the most piratey subclass pretty much

abstract blade
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What should his backstory be then?

wheat crystal
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Whatever you want and your (eventual) DM approves. I suggest whatever you come up with answers 3 key questions:

  • Who are you?
  • How did you get your powers?
  • Why are you risking your life adventuring?
main fulcrum
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You could even still do the two eye patch thing as flavor instead of mechanics

azure inlet
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Who is hosting a campaign

abstract blade
hearty blaze
abstract blade
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My dad was a drunk, never around turns out he was running from a bunch of tax collectors but he died from alcohol poisoning. He dead is officially passed on to me and I picked up his habits and now I am also running trying to pay off the debt while simultaneously is an alcoholic and has a gambling addiction.

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Do you think that’s a good backstory

hearty blaze
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Where’d you learn how to fight?

abstract blade
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And the reason why they have to don’t have to deal with the debt is they all died from tuberculosis

hearty blaze
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So you picked up learning how to fight and steal on the streets?

wheat crystal
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Also I would avoid specifics unless you've spoken to your DM about their setting. Try to be general where possible, especially concerning things that have larger implications in world (e.g. naming specific nations, deities, etc). For example it is easier to slot in:

Ragnar was a pirate for 4 years before the sea battle that sunk his crew's ship. Washed ashore, he now seeks revenge on the dread armada that killed his family-at-sea
Than it is to slot in:
Ragnar was a pirate for 4 years, operating in the Alabaster Sea as part of the White Cloud Pirates. His ship was sunk in a naval battle with the Erlorian Empire. Washed ashore...

abstract blade
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It was more like we had a gang of Rugrats, who was a functioning unit and protected each other at all caused, but was also simultaneously kill each other

abstract blade
hearty blaze
abstract blade
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Maybe a former pirate captain

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Taught me

hearty blaze
abstract blade
hearty blaze
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Yeah that works

abstract blade
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Before killed by a tax collectors

abstract blade
vocal lotus
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Okay, I know that most of the current conversation on the server is about the current 2025 rules, but is there anyway I can specifically talk about the legacy 2014 rules?

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Sorry, I’m new to this server.

cedar sluice
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i don't see why not. but then i have no power or authority here.

hearty blaze
vocal lotus
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Thank you very much!

hearty blaze
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#dnd-elder-editions is for everything before 5e, but the server still talks about 5e in the main channels

white adder
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Hello guys

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Is there anywhere I can join a text based campaign??

cedar sluice
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in the looking for group stuff, look for play by post or "pbp"

strong plume
woeful talon
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Hello travellers how are we on this day?

unkempt timber
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Hi!!!
It’s cold and rainy here in SW Ohio

woeful talon
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Same goes in the land of Oz.

unkempt timber
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I’ve only been playing since June 2 of this year; but I have absolutely jumped right in !!

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I love DND

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My party just got out of the underground citadel place

woeful talon
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What's your campaign about?

earnest tapir
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hello, i'm new here, found your server from a tag a friend of my brothers was using. how do i go about joining a DnD group? i haven't played in a long time.

woeful talon
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Ditto I'm new too, hoping to join a one shot to get a grasp. I have played a few times before but only in small friends groups

sterile forge
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how would i expand on a backstory

woeful talon
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might be better help there

topaz pilot
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Im trying to make a "beast tamer", but I'm not sure of what approach to go for one. Like what subclass fits it most.

vocal lotus
unkempt timber
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Oooo that’s the one I want too!

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My DM is toying with the idea of making me part Druid tho

vocal lotus
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However, you could also probably check out the Circle of the Shepard subclass for Druid.

topaz pilot
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Alrighty

main fulcrum
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I would only look at Shepherd druid if you're playing 2014 rules

vocal lotus
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True.

main fulcrum
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That's the one subclass 2024 rules really kinda broke

vocal lotus
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I lowkey forgot about 2024 rules to be honest.

topaz pilot
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Does the race for a ranger matter?

unkempt timber
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🤷🏻‍♀️ IDK
I’m a Halfling

topaz pilot
main fulcrum
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I honestly like them fine. Just not for Shepherd druid

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And for the most part, you can play any race with any class

topaz pilot
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I mainly play dwarves but dwarves aren't the best for dexterity based classes

vocal lotus
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No, the race really doesn’t matter at all.

topaz pilot
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Mainly because of stealth

vocal lotus
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It really doesn’t matter what race you play to be honest. It doesn’t affect it THAT much. But it’s still something you could be mindful of.

main fulcrum
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Dwarves can be dextrous or stealthy just fine

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I've got a dwarf monk

topaz pilot
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Alrighty

main fulcrum
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I've actually also got a dwarf ranger now that I think about it TashaLOL

thorny stream
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Hi! I am looking to join a group to learn the game. I have done some research and am okay with the basics, but probably need a good bit of guidance. I’d love to join a campaign if anyone is interested.

delicate girder
wheat crystal
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Welcome! To use this server to find a group check out #find-a-game for the instructions on how to do so!

thorny stream
woeful talon
sterile forge
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shepherd druid sounds fun.

wise sage
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Hello, can anyone point me in the direction of a DnD session?

lavish kayak
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if yes

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
wise sage
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Fairly new, I have played 1 session

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A year ago

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I believe

lavish kayak
wise sage
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Ok, thank you!

lavish kayak
wise sage
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I was looking at that, so how do I answer these postings. I wanted paid looking for DM

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Would it be faster if I just posted?

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How?

lavish kayak
wise sage
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Ok, I think I did it

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Thank you for you're help!

wise sage
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Do people send friend requests as responses? Because I have like 4 now

fickle needle
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Hey guys this is my first time here

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Me and my friend haven't played dnd ever but we really want to get into it we just don't know how

wintry yacht
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Hi dude, the fact I used to play with my friends but after that I shifted and now I can't find anyone interested

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irl'

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
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@fickle needle the free rules are linked above, read them and ask any questions you might have

wintry yacht
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@lavish kayak How to get people to play DnD?

crimson oxide
clear sand
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Okay 👍

crimson oxide
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bard is peak

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anyways uhhhhhhhhh you got any character ideas?

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we could just go w Solaris and Kasai if u can’t think of any

clear sand
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Ye we could just go with e

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I do have some but they aren't as fleshed out as Sol

crimson oxide
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oooh oki

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what would Solaris be in Dnd

clear sand
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Probably a sorcerer or paladin

crimson oxide
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I had a concept for Yuuko with a warlock who’s patron god was the god of their former faith and is now on the run from the church

clear sand
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Woahhh that's really peak

crimson oxide
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yeahhh

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shoot this kinda feels wrong so sorry but uhh dms again ?? sorry i cant keep my mind on things/nf

sweet root
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Guys is there text based dnd, like instead of voice chat?

wheat crystal
sweet root
lavish kayak
wintry yacht
# lavish kayak ask

No like, I ask but they don't want to play cuz they think its very complex and boring

hearty blaze
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Ask them to try a one shot, but if they don’t wanna join I don’t think you’re gonna have much luck

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Ask them to keep an open mind

wintry yacht
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they came to see, but then they just didnt care to listen

hearty blaze
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You’re not gonna have much luck most likely then

lavish kayak
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some people just dont want to try it

hearty blaze
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We can’t force people to try smt they don’t wanna try.

wintry yacht
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so then ig i don't have an option

hearty blaze
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Wdym

lavish kayak
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online dnd exists

wintry yacht
wintry yacht
hearty blaze
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(If you haven’t checked there already)

wintry yacht
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I have

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they just dont host it

hearty blaze
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Do they know anywhere that does?

wintry yacht
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some of them don't even know there is a game called DnD

hearty blaze
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I see

wintry yacht
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alr thanks for helping, lemme see what i can do

cursive shale
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when making a character, do you need to know the dm that you are playing with?

quaint sonnet
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Have the same question we both are both starting out and want to play

lavish kayak
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it may affect your character but making a practice character is smart

quaint sonnet
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In the website does exp leveling or milestone matter

lavish kayak
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choose milestone for now

cursive shale
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does it matter if it is core rules or 2014 core rules?

lavish kayak
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i suggest using 2024 for now

hearty blaze
quaint sonnet
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How do we enter a campaign to get more into it and get a better feel of our practice characters

fresh pulsar
lavish kayak
hearty blaze
hearty blaze
lavish kayak
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always

hearty blaze
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Always?

lavish kayak
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community server

hearty blaze
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I see

pallid grove
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Hello, I'm new to D&D, where can I find more information/rules about D&D?

hearty blaze
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Wait I’m in it what am I saying

lavish kayak
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nope, wrong server

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this one a westmarch

hearty blaze
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I see

lavish kayak
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anyway, back to newcomers

hearty blaze
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I went back before you

pallid grove
hearty blaze
quaint sonnet
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just got the invite sorry when can we expect a starting date of the campaign

hearty blaze
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Discuss that in DM’s

lavish kayak
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do this in DMs please

quaint sonnet
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got you

silk summit
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Hey guys, anyone got any good custom character sheet with all the necessary info?

lavish kayak
grim socket
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Hello everyone, I am happy to be here and I am very new to dnd, what would you guys say is the 'roadmap' until I can actually play, what do I need to know how to do. Thank you in advance :)

hearty blaze
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I’d say how to make a character, basic ability checks, modifiers, core gameplay, classes and combat.

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Oh, and basic table manners

grim socket
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Should I read the books on that or is there a simpler way to learn

hearty blaze
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But it’s still a fair bit of reading

grim socket
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Thank you very much

hearty blaze
grim socket
#

Is there beginner groups or will they just get mixed in other groups. Idk if that makes sense

hearty blaze
grim socket
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Alright alright perfect, is there set times or is it more random?

hearty blaze
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Depends on the group

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Some will do it weekly, fortnitely, monthly or (how I do it) whenever everyone’s free

quasi dew
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Hi I'm new to dnd and would like find a party

hearty blaze
vital lark
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Good morning everyone

quasi dew
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Thanks man

hearty blaze
vital lark
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Been into DnD since Advanced but haven't actually played more than 1 limited campaign since then

vital lark
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Looking to create a character. What rule set would be the most useful overall to get started?

hearty blaze
vital lark
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Sounds good. Thank you

vital lark
hearty blaze
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Core

vital lark
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Ciol

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Cool

unreal token
steep trail
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Hey, I am completely new to DnD and am im looking for some experience.

exotic remnantBOT
quasi dew
steep trail
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Yea the basics I guess

vital lark
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Well, I've made 2 characters using Beyond

wheat crystal
#

If you want to get your characters reviewed I suggest posting them here or in #character-discussion , otherwise if you want to jump into using this server to find a group check out #find-a-game for the instructions on how to do so

vital lark
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I'd be happy to post the sheet here but didn't know if that was ok

wintry yacht
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Hi all, can anyone tell me any solo campaign that i can do?

echo kelp
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D&D the tabletop RPG game is a socially collaborative storytelling RPG game - e.g. you play it with other people.

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It's not designed as a solo game

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But you could try Baldurs Gate 3 as a video game inspired by D&D as a solo game

vital lark
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Yes. One of my favorite games

echo kelp
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There are some folks who've created homebrew rules to allow for solo or duet (DM + 1 player) games, but D&D is really built around the idea of 1 DM and 3-6 players.

wintry yacht
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alr

jade flame
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I am just now getting into dnd and was brought in because of the lore and world building done by Ed greenwood. I know this is not necessarily needed to start playing but out of pure interest I was looking to see if there were any resources (books, online databases, etc.) that the community found particularly comprehensive in terms of detailing the lore of the base game and/or the forgotten realms campaign setting

unreal token
jade flame
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It sure seems that way, almost to an intimidating extent but as someone who’s never even really been interested in the fantasy genre this feels like I’ve tapped into a whole new world and I’m very excited for that, thanks!

unreal token
jade flame
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Are there any precautions you suggest I take as a newcomer? The player base from what I’ve seen thus far has seemed very welcoming and encouraging though like any fandom I’ve heard of some stigma as well

main fulcrum
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Off the top of my head, remember that you're playing as part of a group. Make a character that has a reason to work with everyone else and don't act like you're the main character or betray the group

safe owl
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If you have strong opinions on some things, find players with similar opinions. Unintentional excitement of something you have an opinion on something might be interpreted as "extreme, or radical"

jade flame
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Alright makes sense yeah thank yall. What types of preparations should I make in terms of game knowledge before playing with a group? It doesn’t seem possible to over prepare in these instances though also I don’t wanna learn rules for hours only to figure out that I didn’t have to

main fulcrum
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It's good to know what your character can do and the basics of combat at minimum, or at least know where you can find that information

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You don't have to memorize everything but you should know enough to not stare blankly when told to make an Athletics check with advantage. And which die is which

jade flame
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Good to know thank you, yeah I figure the more I learn the better but at this stage there’s no need for me to try and be impressive as a beginner in terms of my knowledge and character builds.

main fulcrum
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Yeah don't worry too much about optimization. As long as you aren't actively sabotaging yourself or recklessly multiclassing, it's hard to build a character who doesn't at least function in 5e

jade flame
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I saw that you had she her in your prof and that also reminds me to ask, how inclusive do you feel player bases are in terms of race/sexual orientation/gender. Obviously I know this will vary depending on who I’m around but I also know some fandoms and player bases to simply be more inherently misogynistic or elitist than others.

cedar sluice
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there's pockets of toxic and pockets of wholesome in any fandom. every table and area are different.

jaunty garnet
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Hello everyone

cedar sluice
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TIL there's a little dragon emoticon.

jade flame
cedar sluice
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listen to a whole bunch of CritCrab and you'll get the idea of what various negative aspects there are in TTRPGs like D&D.

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honestly, i thing the biggest issue is that some people have great difficulty separating their character's emotions and their own emotions.

unreal token
jade flame
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I think that’s a great thing about dnd and role playing in general, you can be anyone so why would you choose to be something negative

brazen matrix
#

Hey, I'm a relatively new DM/GM hoping to run games and also looking for friends in the space if possible.

Any suggestions where to start and post games would help. 🙂

plucky ridge
cedar sluice
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you can also look in the looking for dm channel for players and their availability

wary horizon
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I need help. I tried creating a character recently but it's so confusing.

cedar sluice
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using pencil and paper or using the dndbeyond page?

plucky ridge
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What parts do you need help with?

wary horizon
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combination of pencil & paper, roll20, and some other random website. Everyone in the group told me to use different platforms

#

I'm a lvl 1 half-elf cleric

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I have all my abilities figured out

cedar sluice
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stick with one method. that will really help to cut down on confusion

wary horizon
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I just don't understand what weapons I have or features/traits etc.

cedar sluice
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are you using the physical book or are you using the free rules or something on dndbeyond?

exotic remnantBOT
wary horizon
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I used free rules I think

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I was told not to use dnd beyond

cedar sluice
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you select your weapons and items and whatnot after you've selected your background, if i remember right.

#

i found that i absorbed the info much better when i did it on regular pencil and paper, manually, by hand. but thats me. on dndbeyond you're limited to what resources you've purchased.

#

i sent you links to two youtube videos from JoCat, which are for the 2014 rules. the first one is about clerics, and the second one is about character sheets. while these are for the 2014 rules, much of the generalized info transfer between both versions of 5e.

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and JoCat's pretty awesome anyways.

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wow. its been a while and i forgot how much superficial cringe and nsfw language was tossed into those crap guide to d&d videos from jocat.

wary horizon
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Thank you. I also found a copy of the players handbook and just went through that, reading about clerics and half-elves

#

This is what I added to my character sheet:

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  • Charisma increases by 2
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-Fey Ancestry, Background (Hermit), leather armor, light crossbow (20 bolts), explorers pack, shield, holy symbol, Domain (light) gain 2 spells (burning hands, faerie fire), bonus cantrip (gain "light"), Warding Flare (equal to wisdom modifier)

wide flame
magic crow
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these additions are also really easy to forget when you're in combat so it can be helpful to add them all up and just put "+ x to attack rolls" or whatever somewhere on your sheet

#

Especially if they're an attack roll thing

wintry steeple
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hey guys i want to start playing d&d but i kinda dont know how to start should i try finding someone online to play with or irl, and what do i need to buy/get?

exotic remnantBOT
hearty blaze
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You should learn the rules first, then make a practice character, then go find a game

spare hawk
wintry steeple
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.

wintry steeple
spare hawk
spare hawk
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you could try online tbf

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
spare hawk
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idk what its like online tho so i can't provide much insight

hearty blaze
wintry steeple
echo kelp
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Start with the free rules and free online/digital dice rollers for now

wise finch
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Rulebook? Not necessary. Dice are fun, but not required.

echo kelp
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If you like the game enough then the Players Handbook is a good investment IMO

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But yeah the free rules is all you need to start

wintry steeple
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im reading thru the rulles this is kinda like fallout

echo kelp
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Fallout is an video game RPG so it's not surprising there's similarities...

vital sail
drowsy mica
#

hey everyone! I wanted to ask if someone could help me with stat blocks? I’m trying to write my own one shot, but I’m having a lot of trouble with making/understanding stat blocks on my own.

blissful beacon
drowsy mica
blissful beacon
drowsy mica
abstract blade
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It’s appreciated

half spoke
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is there online groups that play?

#

ive always wanted to try but have no clue where to start

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
half spoke
# exotic remnant

trying to get something to show up but dont see any post i did make sure embeds are enabled

echo kelp
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#find-a-game explains how to use our Looking For Game channels to find a group/game

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Also Roll20 and Demiplane have find a game tools

half spoke
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i got it now it was jsut being stupid lol

sullen marsh
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Does anyone know of anyone online d&d games that are willing to teach new players?

echo kelp
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You can look through our Looking For Game channels for a game (see #find-a-game).
But I will say you will improve your chances of finding a game by giving #learn-to-play and the free basic D&D rules a read.
Many folks have limited time to play D&D and a game session can take 2-4 hours. Do they want to spend that time teaching someone all the things because that new person didn't read the game rules? Or do they want to spend that time playing a game and exploring an engaging story together with the group?

wild onyx
sullen marsh
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I appreciate it

wild onyx
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Read up on the first couple of chapters of the rules, put a character together for practice, maybe catch a stream or two. Get the basics down, let the DM know you're new to it, and roll some dice.

exotic remnantBOT
sullen marsh
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Will do I’ll build a character tonight and read up get squared away I appreciate all the help

icy pasture
#

Hey I’m trying to make a home brew magic item but I don’t want to make it to over powered. How would I keep it powerful enough but not to overpowered as to wear my players would instantly get through the encounters, but not too weak as to wear they won’t ever use it

hearty blaze
icy pasture
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Ok thanks for the info

vital sail
echo kelp
#

I'll also note we do have a #homebrew channel if you wish to dive into homebrew and get feedback on your creations.

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This channel is more for new to D&D folks to get help with learning the core game rules and mechanics as they get started.

high totem
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hello, could someone tell me the name of a creature? I only have an image
i cant send images but if you look up Iarno "Glasstaff" Albrek he has it by his leg

minor burrow
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Was just gonna say some kind of imp but I don't know that for a fact.

high totem
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i dont really know why he has an imp to be honest xD im running icespire peak but taking some stuff from phandelver to combine the stories a bit. its mentionned he has a rat familiar, but nothing about an imp

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found it! its a quasit dndApprove

fallen surge
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Quasits are one of the additional familiar types that can be chosen by Pact of the Chain warlocks

high totem
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they sort of look like bugs they entertain me xD

tired dock
#

this might be a silly question but i didnt know where else to ask
do people sometimes do campaigns that allow for ppl to watch? i mean like sit in silently. i struggle to learn without an example or following along /gen

true musk
restive fractal
#

Hey I'm not that new to dnd I've dm'd a lot but would like to try playing the game for once, I checked /looking-for and I'm guessing there might not be a hub for individual players to post about themselves "looking for group" way? Correct me if I'm wrong pls :>

true musk
hearty blaze
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Unless that’s not what you mean

restive fractal
tired dock
hearty blaze
restive fractal
hearty blaze
true musk
restive fractal
true musk
remote crow
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Guys, I just got the essentials kit

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I don’t know what to do,

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It’s just a lot of numbers, so confusing

dull kindle
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Which part are you confused about in general

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Are you at the stage of making a character

wheat crystal
remote crow
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Essential kit

wheat crystal
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Ah so you’re planning on learning the 2014 ruleset?

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Have you read through the mini rule book it came with?

remote crow
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It’s so confusing

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I already messed up the how to make ur character part

remote crow
sand pecan
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do i have to buy dnd ? to play online

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i want to start playing tomorrow

hearty blaze
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You need to buy the books to unlock all the content, but the Free Basic Rules are online

sand pecan
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i want to play but i have no friends who play dnd

hearty blaze
calm bloom
#

hiiiiii!!

hearty blaze
# calm bloom hiiiiii!!

Goooood morning afternoon evening, Nugget Dnd Player Helpline here, how can I help you today?

sand pecan
calm bloom
hearty blaze
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Very well, hope to see ya around!

calm bloom
sand pecan
calm bloom
sand pecan
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oh ok im also new to dnd we could learn together

calm bloom
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Lmao bet

calm bloom
hearty blaze
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Then make a character

wheat crystal
# remote crow I think so, I assume tho it’s the newer essential kit one tho

Sorry got getting back late. The only Essentials Kit is the one for the 2014 version of the rules that runs the Dragons of Icespire Peak adventure. The newer Starter Kit made for the 2024 rules runs the Heroes of the Borderlands adventure. That's not to say you can't port forward the 2014 adventure to 2024 and vice versa, but it is important to know if which version of the 5e ruleset you want to learn.

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How did you mess up character creation? Do you have a sheet you could share to have us take a look?

opaque cove
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Guys I’m running a yuan ti ranger character in a new campaign any ideas for new characters

wheat crystal
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What did you like about being a Ranger? What did you not like? What's something you want to do differently with a new character?

opaque cove
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Maybe a Druid?

wheat crystal
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Druids are fun

lavish kayak
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i like druids

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especially 2014 druids

remote crow
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And I don’t have a printer at home so-

wheat crystal
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You could always edit an online PDF or use D&DBeyond’s character creator

remote crow
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I have to bring my school Chromebook to my friends house tomorrow then

arctic berry
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hi, i really wanna get into d&d but idk where or how to start

exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
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@arctic berry the free rules are linked above, read them and ask any questions you have!

remote crow
lavish kayak
remote crow
lavish kayak
remote crow
wheat crystal
remote crow
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And as long as I’m in my school laptop it’s blocked

lavish kayak
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iirc they cant full stop block websites on a chromebook

#

its the wifi iirc

hearty blaze
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-# they can

lavish kayak
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wait really?

hearty blaze
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-# it’s happened to me

remote crow
lavish kayak
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dam

hearty blaze
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Indeed

lavish kayak
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i had it easy

wheat crystal
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So you totally could do one on google slides if you wanted to. I’ve seen people use google sheets/excel & docs/word for their characters

lavish kayak
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they cant have blocked the gsheet

remote crow
lavish kayak
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this should work as a fillable character sheet

#

just need to copy the file

wheat crystal
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Perfect, I knew someone had to have made a generic sheets/excel version

lavish kayak
remote crow
wheat crystal
#

The required information will still be the same

lavish kayak
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i mean making it simple will either cut stuff out from the game

remote crow
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I just wanna separate them slide by slide too so just in cause say they have a lot of things at inventory, they have a whole slide to cover

wheat crystal
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If it helps to make a slides version then feel free, just saying it isn’t necessarily gonna have less info

lavish kayak
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but its still not really simpler tho

remote crow
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Oh well

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Anyways I’ll try making a google slide for those stuff and now the other problem is. I’m very new to dnd how to be a DM :D

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It’s a pain learning the modifiers and everything

lavish kayak
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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
#
What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
lavish kayak
wheat crystal
#

It is a lot at first, just take it bit by bit as you go through the Basic Rules / rulebook your Essentials kit comes with

calm bloom
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OKAy I studied some and im tired lmao

wheat crystal
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Awesome! Any questions?

remote crow
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Can I DM either of you for help

lavish kayak
remote crow
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Okiedokie

wheat crystal
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Definitely!

hearty blaze
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Me too, if ya need

calm bloom
hearty blaze
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And we’ve got an answer!

calm bloom
#

Would ya'll recommend spectating a game to see how others play and get a better grasp on it?

lavish kayak
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you can, dont need to

hearty blaze
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Pretty much that.

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I wouldn’t go out of my way to recommend it, but it can certainly help

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But at that point, I’d just join a game

sudden frost
#

how would a non speaking character work

lavish kayak
sudden frost
#

aw but aphelios 🙁

hearty blaze
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Sign language, writing or magical speech

wheat crystal
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If you can go in with the understanding that they’re primarily entertainment instead of a representation of the average table, I think watching D&D liveplays can be helpful

lavish kayak
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just say they dont talk much

wheat crystal
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As for spectating someone random’s game, as with Nugget and Alfiz you can but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it. You’ll learn better by actually playing and checking the rules when/where you forget.

lavish kayak
#

non speaking characters can be very annoying to play around

formal valve
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it does make things complicated in a party of characters who need to work together

hearty blaze
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I’ve got a mute character in my campaign, if you got a chill DM and party you’ll be fine. Just try to contribute in social interactions it should be fine.

sudden frost
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what if the character themselves doesnt talk, but has someone talking through them (litterally aphelios from league of legends)

formal valve
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or if your dungeon master allows it, he could speak telepathicaly instead of using his mouth

hearty blaze
wheat crystal
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Something to work with your DM, if it’s purely flavor it’d likely be ok I’d reckon

sudden frost
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Aphelios is completely unable to talk, but his sister alune speaks through him as an otherworldly type voice that others can hear

formal valve
hearty blaze
wheat crystal
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As Nugget said try to contribute to the RP via describing your character’s actions/reactions. You can even play on their other features like their facial expressions or body language

calm bloom
wheat crystal
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It’s a mix of both. There’s no single right answer. Some DMs like to make characters in or around a session 0, some like to have prospective players come in with a few set ideas, etc

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I find it helpful to make one or more practice characters that you think you’d like to play, then adapt them to the DM’s campaign when the time comes. Worst case scenario you just make a new one with the experience having made one already

calm bloom
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oh okay cool!! Thanks for clearing that up for me!

arctic berry
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i dont really get the whole skill thing and dices, can someone please explain?

calm bloom
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It's late rn tho so I'll focus on making a character tomorrow or maybe before I sleep- thanks for the help! And in case I don't see ya, good afternoon, good evening and good night

hearty blaze
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Sometimes when a player wants to do something that has a chance of failing, they’ll roll a dice to determine the outcome. This is called an ability skill check, and each scenario has its own skill.

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A character proficient in a particular skill gets to add an additional modifier on top of the one they get from their stats.

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For example, if a character wants to do a backflip, a dungeon master might call for an acrobatics check. This involves a roll (20 sided dice), which has their dexterity ability modifier added on top of it. If the character is proficient, they also add their proficiency modifier.

calm bloom
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(btw you explain these things so clearly, thank you

wheat crystal
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Being very general, skills summarize how good your character is at doing certain things. As Nugget said, doing things with a chance of failure may result in a d20 Test (specifically an Ability Check). Your DM will determine if any of your skills can apply.

They’re not necessarily exhaustive, but the 20ish skills listed cover almost every situation. Want to identify a plant? Nature check. Want to see if someone’s lying? Insight check. Want to shoot hoops? Athletics check

hearty blaze
arctic berry
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ohh alright, but how do i know if something i did failed?

wheat crystal
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Your DM will let you know

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The DM sets a “DC” (Difficulty Check), a value you must meet or beat to succeed.

hearty blaze
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You won’t always know the DC before you roll

wheat crystal
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Also important to note, your roll total must meet or beat, not the roll itself. Let’s say you’re trying to do a DC25 Acrobatics check. As long as the result of the d20 + all relevant modifiers & bonuses total to 25 or higher, you’d pass.

arctic berry
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Alright. thank youuu!

wheat crystal
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Np!

hearty blaze
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Glad to help

topaz garnet
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This is also for, generally, "things you actively do, that are not attacking"

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the three kinds of D20 Test inclue
A: Attack rolls (trying to hit something with a weapon, or a spell attack like when throwing a fire bolt, or shooting an eldritch blast)
B: Ability Checks (explained recently)
and C: Saving Throws (like when you get hit with a big poison breath, or have to dodge a fireball, or a boulder rolls into you, or something tries to do a fear or charm, possessing you, etc).

remote crow
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Can someone walk me through on making a character?

wheat crystal
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How much of the rules have you read thus far?

topaz garnet
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Yeah, it's always easier to explain specifics than it is the entire thing

wheat crystal
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In essence:

  • Pick your species, class, and background & write down any features & equipment you get as a result of that
  • Set your stats using one of the 3 official methods (or your DM’s method)
  • Derive your HP skills bonuses, save bonuses, etc based on your stats and proficiencies.
  • Make a backstory
remote crow
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Okay

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So is the long bow damage

1d8 + Dex mod (with penetration)

wild onyx
remote crow
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What’s the bonus I put when they’re weak to it?

topaz garnet
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if a creature is vulnerable to piercing damage, then they'll take double that much damage.

wild onyx
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Your DM will let you know when it applies, it's not something you note on your sheet.

topaz garnet
lavish kayak
topaz garnet
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Ah.
Well, the statblock of a creature will say if they are vulnerable to something, and such.

lavish kayak
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they are just practicing character creation

wide flume
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I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I’ve purchased XGTe, and I want to let my player use the gloomstalker subclass, is there anyway I can give it to them without them being in a campaign?

wild onyx
dusky bear
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hi, im completely new to dnd and rp in general. well, i had a friend that rped but besides that idk anything

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id want to learn how to rp (in general, not especially the rules of dnd , yet having a specific set of gameplay might help)

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and how to be a dm also, cuz i actually wanna do some world building and all

smoky adder
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lavish kayak
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@dusky bear the free rules are linked above, read them and ask any questions you have

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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
lavish kayak
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and this is for DMing

dusky bear
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okk

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damn i feel like theres a lot to know...

buoyant hill
dusky bear
buoyant hill
# dusky bear yea, but still...

I’m open to giving guidance if needed. I’ve introduced many newbies in the past few years.

Feel free to ask questions or request walkthroughs if you want. I can’t promise consistent replies, but I kinda live for tapping about D&D so I will respond enthusiastically.

wild onyx
exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
lyric fjord
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Hi I’m new to dnd

smoky adder
sick vale
rigid glade
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Hi👋🏽 I’m new to dnd and I’m hoping to join a one shot campaign soon

midnight cliff
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Hi, also new. And also hope i can find a table to play. Really interested on roleplaying and lore

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Can someone tell me how to find/join games on this server?

sick vale
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@rigid glade @midnight cliff
There should be find a game channels somewhere here

dusky bear
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Well, actually the truth is that I’m not very interested in dnd and fantasy. I mean I don’t wanna be some dwarf wizard thingy, but I couldn’t find any other roleplaying themed discord servers.

buoyant hill
main fulcrum
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If you don't like fantasy, I would definitely recommend looking at other options

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While d&d can be adapted most of the settings are pretty magic coded

dusky bear
fresh arch
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Hey

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I’m trying to learn more about how to play the game. I was playing for a little bit last night with a friend that was a DM. I would like to see if anyone will allow me to join with them and play with me for a little bit more so I can learn more stuff about it.

lavish kayak
fresh arch
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Should I resend what I sent on here to that server??

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I’m new to all this

hearty blaze
fresh arch
deft sigil
prisma sparrow
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hey guys ! im new to dnd and would like to play a game, ive looked through the lookin for players posts and it all seems very advanced, what should i prepare in order to join a game ? feel free to dm me to play , im open to learning all i can about this game yayz

wild onyx
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In terms of specific prep, I'd say read through the first couple of sections of the Free Rules to get a grasp of the terminology and try putting a character together for practice.

prisma sparrow
hearty blaze
wild onyx
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The whole thing can seem like a lot, but at the table you'll only need what's relevant to your character.

magic crow
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it's a pretty open-ended system with lots of room for interpretation, there's a lot of different styles and stuff u can dive into

rough kettle
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how do i know if i made my character right

frigid helm
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You can share it and people can help or you can ask your DM.

hearty blaze
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So basically what TheMadTitan said

rough kettle
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Can i just get the link from the google search bar or is there another way to do it?

hearty blaze
delicate gyro
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I'm trying to find out how to get into DND. Are there resources for finding people in my area? The gaming stores near me are almost solely focused on MTG

remote crow
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I assume dnd5e wiki has everything I need to know to start dnd

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Dose it have the essential kit and starter kit stuff in it too?

main fulcrum
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You're probably better off reading the free basic rules

remote crow
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Wdym

main fulcrum
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I mean, the wiki has information but in my experience, it's terrible about differentiating between official mechanics and homebrew. I also don't think it goes into specific details on everything, since that would be, you know, piracy

remote crow
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I have the essentials kit

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But I feel like I can expand more, that’s why

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So theoretically

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If I know the basic rules of the game

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I can play the game

hearty blaze
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You really only need to know how to make a character, basic ability checks, modifiers, core gameplay, classes and combat.

remote crow
hearty blaze
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Wdym 100% of the game?

remote crow
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To play a fully functional game-

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
remote crow
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And the purchase once are just extra to make it more fun for the advanced players

hearty blaze
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You could see it that way

remote crow
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Oke then based off the basic rules and dnd beyond basic rules

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I’ll create a document that I can understand

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Cuz I’m a very very new dm heheh-

slate bolt
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Run the command for creating a new sorcerer pls

hearty blaze
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?tag new sorcerer

exotic remnantBOT
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classSorcerer Sorcerer

Wield magic innate to your being, shaping the power to your will
Sorcerers wield innate magic that is stamped into their being. Some Sorcerers can’t name the origin of their power, while others trace it to strange events in their personal or family history. The blessing of a dragon or a dryad at a baby’s birth or the strike of lightning from a clear sky might spark a Sorcerer’s gift. So too might the gift of a deity, exposure to the strange magic of another plane of existence, or a glimpse into the inner workings of reality. Whatever the origin, the result is an indelible mark on the Sorcerer, a churning magic that can be passed down through generations.

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

Likes: Power
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 6 + Con. modifier

copper bridge
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I've made my character! (rlly I just put everything I had written down into DND Beyond lol)

pallid flicker
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I have more of a question about the bot commands and not exactly about D&d

1# Do I type /looking for DM command in find-a-game?
2# What actually happens after I click enter?
3# How do I format it correctly?
4 What are the things that a DM may want to know about me?

hearty blaze
pallid flicker
sonic cloak
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I’m new to DND how do I create a campaign for dnd beyond

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And is it free

hearty blaze
sonic cloak
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i found out how to create encounters but i dont really know how they work

supple yoke
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I'm new to d&d is a drow character beginner friendly

delicate hare
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species don't matter all that much in terms of play experience, it's moreso what the classes offer

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you just get some flavour from whatever species you choose with a few mechanical benefits

sonic cloak
supple yoke
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Thanks guys I'm still trying to read the rules

winged pumice
sonic cloak
winged pumice
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Hope you don’t drown, gunna need a high wisdom stat to resist the insanity dndLurk

sonic cloak
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so do you know how to make a campaign in dnd beyond

hidden haven
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might have luck asking in #ddb-support too, i don't know ddb personally

winged pumice
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@sonic cloak I can offer a few things over DMs that could help

sonic cloak
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sure

smoky adder
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Then Create A Campaign, in the top right corner.

sonic cloak
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ive done all that

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and ive got a name concept and description but i neeed to know how to acually create the events

whole reef
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I wanna play dnd for the first time I have my character now what ?

wheat crystal
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If you'd like to get your character reviewed feel free to post them here or in #character-discussion ! Otherwise if you want to jump straight into using this server to find a group check out the instructions in #find-a-game

slate bolt
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When casting chromatic orb, if I have arcane focus, do I still need the gem?

wild onyx
wheat crystal
smoky adder
whole reef
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What’s the most common rules. Like if I make a new character what rulebook should I use

hidden haven
wheat crystal
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5e is the most common and most recent edition. If you're asking about which 5e ruleset (2014 vs. 2024) it's a bit harder of a question. 2014 has been around longer but 2024 is more recent and all future content will be made for 2024

whole reef
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I think I just use 2024 since I’m new

vapid dagger
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Hello guys, does anyone have a campaign thats open to new players?

echo kelp
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See #find-a-game to learn more about how to use our Looking For Game channels

devout pivot
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Hey guys, I'm new to DnD and I wanna experience and observe a game, anyone free and willing to take me under the wing? Thanks in advance

true musk
remote crow
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As a dm (I’m new) is it important I have like another sheet where I know how much the players can deal and also track their XP and death saves

hidden haven
hearty blaze
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No, not really. I’ve never done smt like that, maybe just to keep track of their HP, AC and name/stuff I should know about them

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It does help though, but not necessarily important

remote crow
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I’m trying to create a binder for a campaign I’m about to make

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So that when it’s play time, everything is smooth

hearty blaze
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Good to be organised

remote crow
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I’m thinking of a open world campaign

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Where there is no strict path

fresh arch
remote crow
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I’m trying to make one- not join one-

remote crow
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I love to be organized

hearty blaze
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Glad to see you’re invested

fresh arch
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I’m trying to join a game

remote crow
# hearty blaze Glad to see you’re invested

Right now I’m looking trough basically the book rule book from 2014 and just putting some info in a document, once’s I really need like how to make characters, all items, and combat stuff

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Organized in a way I understand

hearty blaze
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Ah you’re playing the 2014 rules?

remote crow
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2024 rules and words look somewhat overwhelming

hearty blaze
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I wouldn’t call 2024 any more confusing than 2014 except maybe weapon masteries, but 2014 is a perfectly valid choice

remote crow
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But yeah I’m also wanting to put a small amount of custom rules

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Home brew I think it’s called?

hearty blaze
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Yup

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Or House Rules

fresh arch
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how do i do a campaign or do i need more ppl to do it

hearty blaze
fresh arch
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will anyone help me please

hearty blaze
remote crow
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Like say, weapon materials,

Wooden sword: basic, dose 1d8
Stone sword: same: dose 1d8 BUT: has bonus damage as a blunt type weapon
Steel sword: basic, also dose 1d8 but +1 bonus on strength save throw (greater parry power)

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Somthing like that is what I’m thinking

hearty blaze
fresh arch
remote crow
hearty blaze
fresh arch
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oh

remote crow
hearty blaze
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Weapon materials usually aren’t a thing that’s addressed in dnd

remote crow
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That’s the homebrew/house rule I’m thinking of applying :D

hearty blaze
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It’s interesting for sure, idk how it would translate into actual gameplay

remote crow
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Thinking of like also unique type of conditions

hearty blaze
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I dunno if I’d recommend tweaking the game too much as a first time DM

remote crow
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My goal is to have a unique experience and have fun so-

remote crow
topaz garnet
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I recommend you understand the basics of the game thoroughly before homebrewing it

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After all, Adamantine as a material just = "I do bigger damage to objects", and Silver weapons are "I do slightly more crit damage to shapechangers"

remote crow
topaz garnet
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yeah, like playing minecraft vanilla before adding any mods like new materials or enemies or progression systems

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Figure out what the base game is, and what it feels like, before beginning to uproot or build on top of it

remote crow
wheat crystal
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Custom worlds are a lot easier and totally possible

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Many official D&D settings started out as someone’s homebrew world

topaz garnet
remote crow
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Okay!

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I remember my first play, it was also homebrew, it was a cool experience being a ranger, with a Druid

topaz garnet
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For example, if your setting has... a lot of differing rules around spirits and so on, or differing rules for undead, or just zombies/ghouls, try to not stir how those things work, or at least keep the mechanical changes to a minimum. You could even postpone mechanically interacting with them until you begin to feel things out better.

remote crow
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It was just a duo, but that friend of mine. Left me because of disagreement, and years after I found an essential kit on my friends house and borrowed it and sparked interest. Now I’m here

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They are in this sever but I bet they’ve forgotten me already

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Anyways! That’s pretty much it for now thank you

unborn obsidian
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hi, i've never played dnd before, how should i start? i don't have many other friends interested to like set up a game

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nvm i found the looking for players channel

exotic remnantBOT
latent thicket
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I'm new and I would also like to learn how to DM it sounds rly fun and I like worldbuilding and storytelling, I js like writing and I want to dm at my house

echo kelp
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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
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What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
echo kelp
versed elm
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hi me and my friends want to play dnd but have no dm what to do D:

echo kelp
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Read #learn-to-play so you have a decent idea of how the game works and then look for a game.

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We have our looking for game channels here - read #find-a-game to learn how to use them.

sweet rivet
versed elm
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lyric fjord
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Completely new to DnD (only played RPG game-books) and the banner role choice made me interested in the lore already! Harpers definitely sound like the way to go for me (without knowing absolutely nothing about them apart from the role description) 😅

sick vale
lyric fjord
wheat crystal
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As for the Harpers bit, being part of or joining that organization is definitely something to work out with your DM (or eventual DM).

lyric fjord
iron marlin
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dnd

wheat crystal
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Dnd indeed

thorn nymph
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sometimes we eat dice

dull kindle
lavish kayak
dull kindle
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They're kind of like an autonomous group that fight evil basically, but since their group motto is being free they basically butt into random affairs at their worst with their ideals

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But at their best they are protecting the peace

smoky adder
dreamy seal
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Hi guys. I’m new and I would like to know some good tips to being a DM

smoky adder
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?dmtips

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

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

Modify the adventure to suit your tastes.

Adventures have no prescribed outcome. You can alter any encounter to make it more interesting and fun for your players.

Don’t worry about mistakes.

Dungeon Masters are fallible, just like everyone else, and even experienced DMs make mistakes. If you overlook, forget, or misrepresent something, correct yourself and move on. No one expects you to memorize every part of this adventure and all the rules in the Basic Rules. As long as your players are having fun, everything will be just fine.

lavish kayak
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?newdm

exotic remnantBOT
#
What is a Dungeon Master?
  • In Dungeons & Dragons, one person serves as the Dungeon Master, the game’s lead storyteller and referee. The DM runs the adventure for the players, who navigate its hazards and decide which paths to explore.
How does it work?
Where do I start?
dreamy seal
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Thanks guys

lyric fjord
dull kindle
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They're more chaotic good

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The closest to chaotic neutral is the Emerald Enclave which is basically like a reflavored group of vegans in a good way for the most part

little adder
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Heya, just thought I'd introduce myself to the community as I'm new here (and a newbie to DnD).

My friends play DnD and I use dice in a lot of role-playing games, so just thought it'd be really cool to get into it. I can't wait to meet you all! 🫶🏾🫶🏾

smoky adder
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Welcome!

little adder
reef loom
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hey me and my friends are wanting to start playing dnd and wanted to know how to start? should we make a dnd character off the offical DND website or what

exotic remnantBOT
dreamy seal
fallen surge
# reef loom hey me and my friends are wanting to start playing dnd and wanted to know how to...

Welcome! The bot post above has lots of helpful information that can get you started. If the website you are referring to is D&D Beyond, that can be a good place to start. That's where most of these links go. Just keep in mind, you'll only have access to content and features on that site that are free, or that you've specifically purchased through that site. If you have rulebooks IRL, then you won't be able to use that content automatically on D&D Beyond. Though you can use their homebrew tools to get around this, but its a bit complicated

reef loom
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okay thanks guys ^_^

dreamy seal
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Np