#dnd-newcomers

1 messages · Page 351 of 1

timid locust
#

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

wide pewter
#

what would be an average price of a good dm screen?

wild onyx
wide pewter
#

Thanks! Id definitely need the info more than anything, the quality of the art or card itself matters little to me tbh

wild onyx
#

I made a list a while back, one moment...

fallen surge
wild onyx
#

If one were interested in putting something together at home, say.

wide pewter
fallen surge
#

Personally, i've never used a DM screen before. I play D&D with my laptop, even when I'm in person, so its quite easy to look up rules in a digital rulebook. If you're opposed to digital you can also just get tabs or bookmarks for your physical rulebook. If you learn where a rule is in the book, rather than trying to memorize exactly what the rules say, it can make your life much easier

wide pewter
#

Yeah you're probably right. Thanks for the advice

winter snow
#

where can i play D&D?

wheat forge
wheat forge
#

i also have the same one

fallen surge
# winter snow where can i play D&D?

All you need to do is get a group of people together, and start playing. You can do it online, at a library, in a school club, in a game store, at your friend's house, etc

wheat forge
#

sooo

winter snow
#

yeah i'm here for the people

wheat forge
#

i wanna join a game what to do now

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.
winter snow
#

no idea how to get started but very interested

fallen surge
#

this server has some "looking for game" channels that you can use to find a game once you've familiarized yourself with the rules and feel like you're ready to start playing. The full instructions for how to use these channels is in the #find-a-game channel. Just scrolll to the top and read through everything posted there

exotic remnantBOT
fallen surge
#

if you haven't reviewed the rules of how to play D&D yet, you should do so before joining a group. The link to the free version of the basic rules is in the bot post above

wheat forge
tepid wasp
#

okay so ive read hit points aren't like, a way for character to lose hp, but i didn't quite understand what they are exactly catstare

timid locust
#

Hit Points are HP exactly!

fallen surge
timid locust
#

When you take damage, you reduce your current Hit Points by that amount. Eventually, if you keep getting damaged, you get knocked out.

fallen surge
#

Did you mean Hit Dice?

tepid wasp
timid locust
#

Ah, that's about flavoring.

patent cipher
tepid wasp
#

ohhh

#

okay now its clearer

patent cipher
#

You can basically describe what that looks like however you want, but at the end of the day, mechanically, it's just a bar that says how close you are to being taken out of the fight until you either die, stabalize, or get healed

tepid wasp
sweet anchor
#

im lowkey looking for pople to play dnd with but ive never been able to actually find a group, anyone know how? or have suggestions

timid locust
#

Dyno...

sweet anchor
#

yeah i have noone to play with

stray topaz
timid locust
sweet anchor
#

i have never played nor do i really know anythign about the game, my ownly knowlage comes from playing other ttrpg's

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.
sweet anchor
#

that are akin to dnd

exotic remnantBOT
timid locust
wheat forge
#

how to make a post

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.
fallen surge
gritty valve
#

Hey question . I bought a beginner set for my family so we can play. Of course Its my role to be a DM. I watched couple guides and stuff, but I’m confused what the story is offering me. Is there anyone here that can help me, someone who is a experienced DM

timid locust
crimson idol
#

I'm new to the server, name's Luna but y'all can call me moon or moonstone

#

And I'm just gonna say this out right, I'm a bit crazy

wild onyx
crimson idol
wild onyx
#

Grand! Do check out the #channel-guide to get your bearings and see what interests you.

crimson idol
#

M'kay, if ya say so :3

#

I think I just clicked something accidentally and turned something on.. (not rp rn, I'm saying this genuinely)

wild onyx
#

Is your device on fire? If not, I wouldn't worry.

crimson idol
#

No but some weird elevator sounding music is now playing from my device, I'm honestly confused

patent cipher
#

that happens >.>

crimson idol
#

Probably, how do- oh the music stopped

limber delta
#

Hello together i‘m new here and just started to dive in the DND world. You can call me Jorden. Atm I‘m planing to play a Wizard Necromancer but even with AI it’s complicated to decide what I will need as I will start mid game of a campaign at lvl 5. Hope someone could lend me a hand.

crimson idol
patent cipher
# limber delta Hello together i‘m new here and just started to dive in the DND world. You can c...

Please do not use AI for rules questions; it can not accurately differentiate between 2014, 2024, older editions, and homebrew rules and is very commonly wrong; It will not help you make a proper, per the rules character and you will end up needing to redo a good chunk of it manually anyway

you can find the free rules here 'Playing the Game' // 'Creating A Character' and can ask any questions you have here without being lied to by a bot

brisk talon
#

Hello!!! I’m also new here however I have dabbled some in DND but not enough to be considered an expert so still very noobish!!!

patent cipher
# brisk talon Hello!!! I’m also new here however I have dabbled some in DND but not enough to ...

Here's the recomended reading then c:
let us know if you have any questions

Read the information in #learn-to-play and 'Playing the Game'; Then follow allong with 'Creating A Character' using either the dnd beyond character builder or roll20 to make a practice character before heading over to #character-discussion to have it looked over.

Feel free to ask any questions you still have in #dnd-newcomers; There's a short interactive module you can play to get a feel for the game, or you could seek out gameplay videos online. Once you're ready to play, head over to #find-a-game, one of the many LFG discord servers, r/lfg on reddit, or your friendly local game store. If you'd like a printable character sheet, those can be found here.

limber delta
wild onyx
#

?tag new wizard

exotic remnantBOT
#

classWizard Wizard

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

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

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

lone iron
#

Good afternoon my friends, this is grim speaking!, I'm new here and I want to play a angel of death, warrior and commander of his own death clan.

timid locust
loud pumice
fallen surge
# lone iron Good afternoon my friends, this is grim speaking!, I'm new here and I want to pl...

Welcome! I appreciate the enthusiasm, but its important to set reasonable expectations. This could be a goal that your character works towards, but not something you start out with.

If you want to play as an "Angel of Death" then you could consider the Aasimar species. They are half-celestial, and one of their lineage options is the "Fallen" Aasimar, which has skeletal wings, and necrotic powers. But as DOSH has pointed out, your character will start out at level 1 when you first start playing. So its unreasonable for them to be the commander of a "death clan" or any sort of military force. But as you grow stronger over the course of the game, you can work towards that goal

lone iron
#

Sure thing 😉

tepid zodiac
#

Hi, I wanted to know, is it a thing for non-native English speakers to apply here?
I'm confident enough in my English to understand what I'm being told (I read novels without ever opening a dictionary) but I don't have the same confidence in my accent.
My problem is that tabletop communities where I live seem very inactive, bare from a few remunerated games, making playing in my native language difficult.

harsh fjord
#

I believe folks do occasionally seek games in other languages here, but they aren't as common.

tepid zodiac
#

Do you think some people would accept me in an english game?

harsh fjord
#

Hard to say, honestly. You get all kinds in the hobby. Some are open, some aren't.

tepid zodiac
#

Got it, I will see if I can gather a few friends irl otherwise I will give it a shot. Thank you.

#

Got a bot sending a message-less friend invite right now, with this server in common, who should I signal it too?

wild onyx
tepid zodiac
#

alright

fallen surge
novel echo
#

!rr 6 d6+9

gentle pine
#

Could anyone recommend a site for char sheets?

lost silo
#

D&D Beyond or Roll20

patent cipher
brave stream
#

Does anyone know any good online hand books for a fallout themed campaign new Vegas is the game I’m looking to base it off but anything will do well enough

wild onyx
median fulcrum
#

Wotc made at least $1

#

Oops wrong channel

brave stream
#

Mainly rule book and stuff for enemies and over all setup

#

I don’t wanna have a broken game

#

Happened last time I tried

wild onyx
brave stream
#

Like this chat or server in general

#

And I’ll check out that

#

I see it’s like a pre made game I’ll look around and get smthn together ty for helping

echo kelp
#

As this server is the official D&D Discord run by Wizards of the Coast, things around here will be official D&D focussed

brave stream
#

I see

#

Do u know any servers that are just like on the topic?

echo kelp
#

Could discuss homebrewing things in #homebrew but realistically there's better game systems for running future post-apocalyptic settings then D&D

#

Uh... I don't have any right off hand

#

Maybe use Discord's Discover feature to find general TTRPG servers?

brave stream
#

That’s what I was trying to do with this one lol I see i definitely misunderstood the server thing

#

This d&d is it like an online game or smthn ?

#

U guys r doing here

echo kelp
#

D&D is a collaborative storytelling Tabletop RPG game and one of the first.

brave stream
#

I know that

#

I mean ur whole server I wasn’t sure if it was an website ? Or u guys just all play

echo kelp
#

This server is for discussing D&D and this specific channel is for helping folks new to D&D get help getting started with core game rules and mechanics

#

We don't actually host games here but folks can use our Looking For Game channels to find a group to play D&D with

brave stream
#

Right good point I’ll check out ur other channels but I have like one more question

echo kelp
#

Also we have the useful #channel-guide which can help you find the most appropriate channel for a D&D topic

brave stream
#

That’s very handy

wild onyx
brave stream
#

Alrighty thank u

wraith osprey
winged parcel
#

I’m new does anyone want to help me out by playing my first dnd campaign

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.
limpid wren
#

helloo, im looking for someone who could help me get into dnd, i know the very basics and i never actually played

exotic remnantBOT
ebon berry
#

Does anyone mind helping me w my character sheet

#

I just need it looked over to see if I messed anything up

ebon berry
#

Never mind DM says it’s good

rough jewel
#

will anybody help me get into dnd im new.

lunar flicker
#

Hey

#

Anyone help me with dnd pls

hearty blaze
#

@rough jewel @lunar flicker

Read up on the first few chapters of the free basic rules on #learn-to-play , and feel free to ask any questions you might have. Then, make a practice character and get it reviewed in #character-discussion .
Once you’re ready and got the fundamentals down, you can check out #find-a-game for information on how to find a group online. To make a post, type the appropriate command in any chat channel. There’s also DnD beyond forums, reddit or roll 20.

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

lunar flicker
#

I read the rules. And made a character I need to know how to join for a game in dnd beyond

hearty blaze
#

For specifically only dnd beyond

umbral acorn
#

Hello everyone, im new here, i was just wondering if its normal to have people not talking but just texting in a discord call while playing dnd? Thank you

edgy onyx
nova topaz
#

Anybody here have YouTube Premium?

umbral acorn
edgy onyx
nova topaz
#

Fair enough

viscid light
#

Hey ive never played dnd before but have some xp rp’ing for fun and rolling for events in a game or two ( WoW mostly ) should i look up s youtube video? Or could someone kinda guide me on how it works, thanks! I shall start my character sheet here soon (:

hearty blaze
#

Read up on the first few chapters of the free basic rules on #learn-to-play , and feel free to ask any questions you might have. Then, make a practice character and get it reviewed in #character-discussion .
Once you’re ready and got the fundamentals down, you can check out #find-a-game for information on how to find a group online. To make a post, type the appropriate command in any chat channel. There’s also DnD beyond forums, reddit or roll 20.

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

odd river
#

Hello, I’m new to DND. I don’t know what starter kit to get. I just need something that can help me learn.

mild flint
odd river
#

Thanks I do really want the Stranger Things kit though the levels look pretty fun

exotic remnantBOT
dense dirge
#

Hi , I need to know something. It´s really important to have character art? (Talking about virtual sessions) . Is the third time that i´ve been invited to a D&D campaing but they tell me that i have to pay an artist(Everything is free except that). But i think that is too expensive for my first D&D campaing. It´s necesarry ? or there are tottally free D&D games?

timid locust
#

That's a bit surprising, honestly. I haven't heard of any games that require paid character art.

#

For the most part, character art isn't usually necessary. You can create some visuals for your character for free using popular tools like HeroForge or Picrew.

hearty escarp
#

If that paid character art comes from someone within the D&D group you're trying to join, that sounds a bit scammy.

edgy onyx
dense dirge
hearty escarp
#

Ha, then it isn't free and they're trying to pull a fast one.

dense dirge
#

yeah , jaja

bleak yew
bleak yew
hearty escarp
#

Not to mention royalty free art and character creators like the ones Dosh Bones called out.

wild knot
hearty escarp
#

If you have to pay for it it's just a roundabout way of saying it's a paid campaign. As has been mentioned, required paid character art is highly unusual unless it's connected to a scam.

echo kelp
#

If you find you’re getting scams like that on Discord, please report it to Discord. You can also come to #moderator-support and ask to speak with a moderator. We can create a private thread where you can report the user accounts that are participating in these types of scams.

#

We can then investigate from our end but ultimately it’s best for Discord to deal with the scammers on their platform

lyric fjord
#

Hi

fallen surge
#

Welcome waveline

lyric fjord
#

How do I access the different channels?

timid locust
lyric fjord
#

Thank you so much

real dagger
#

hey uhh why do I keep getting kicked from this server? 🙁

sage ravine
timid locust
dense dirge
#

thanks btw to all

real dagger
#

Only played a handful of games, but I'm LOVING D&D, what an epic game with infinite possibilities. I can't wait to become more experienced and eventually start DMing

fallen surge
#

That's awesome. Happy to hear it

inland wolf
#

Hi! What would be the best way to find a game to join? It would be my first time. I was going through the channels but still not sure. Just finished reading the rules and going to make a character next.
Also; any suggestions for a first time character? One that is good to learn on and useful to joining a campaign?

dull kindle
#

John Baldur the Human Fighter

#

Your role is to whack an enemy with your sword until they kick the bucket basically, relatively straightforward

inland wolf
#

Thanks, I appreciate it. I’ll start building on roll20. Any suggestions or advice? Maybe on how to join, what to look for or being useful to a campaign?

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.
timid locust
#

As for finding a game, check the link above to learn how to start your search on this server.

inland wolf
#

Thank you

hollow adder
#

hey ive tried looking up ways to play dnd and idk if i should try in person or through dc or smth, theres a social group centre thing near me and idk if they do dnd

fallen surge
#

I don't think anyone can answer that question but you. Its all about personal preference. I greatly prefer playing in person, but my D&D group lives hours appart, so that isn't feasible. I play online for convinence. But I know some people find it more comfortable, so they do it as a preference. You should play in whatever way works best for you

grand nova
#

Hello guys
So my first character is a Dwarf Paladin and I'm using DnD Beyond to make my character sheet
But i am not sure if it's the way it should be

There are like 3 pages of my final character in sheet after I generated the pdf.

I thought that character sheets were only 1 page
Is this normal?

timid locust
grand nova
#

Wow, thanks
Also it's bothering me that i can't see my character's picture in the sheet
I added the picture to my character when I was adding it's info
But in the final pdf sheet there is no picture at all.
I spend at least an hour drawing it 😔

timid locust
#

Unfortunately the PDF generation doesn't add the picture, yeah.

#

If you're printing it out, you can always print the picture separately and add it to the papers.

Alternatively, if you're just sharing the character sheet online, you can share a link to the sheet itself, rather than a PDF, and that will include the picture.

grand nova
timid locust
#

That's still a link to the PDF. If you copy the URL of the actual character in your list (and make sure it's set to public instead of private), then you can share that.

grand nova
#

Ohhh 🤯

harsh fjord
# inland wolf Hi! What would be the best way to find a game to join? It would be my first time...

Cast a wide net. My Looking for Game/Group Guide has a ton of venues to peruse: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rjwuod1lNBM5n4X_TH2ZoqTULv53jWaVMXtrzKVboms

As for what to look for, that comes down to your preferences. If you're looking for something dramatic, maybe steer clear of games that sound more jokey. If you don't know what you want yet, try to play in a variety of games to better discover what you like and dislike!

grand nova
#

Also why is my intelligent stat '-1'?

dull kindle
#

Your int is likely at 8-9, without looking at it

harsh fjord
#

You haven't chosen spells or equipped your weapons and armor. I also feel like you're missing skills. (Your class gives you two, and your background should give two others.)

And yeah, #character-discussion is the better spot for conversation in this vein!

grand nova
#

Thank You both kind sirs/Mams

smoky epoch
#

Hello ! Quick but stupid question, how would you deal with this situation as a DM ? This is my first adventure and i really don't know how to react to that. Let's say my players managed to get past guards and are now listening behind the door where the villain's arguing with another person, how would you deal with players saying "we keep listening for minutes" ? I mean, i could make other guards arrive behind them, or the villain suddendly hear them and open the door, but let's say that this is not doable, is there a way to avoid playing a two ncp conversation for hours ?

harsh fjord
#

#dm-discussion would be the better spot, but if there's really no way to interrupt that conversation, I would just narrate what they hear. "Over the next [amount of time], you learn about [whatever]. You hear someone moving toward the door."

smoky epoch
#

Sorry i didn't know where to post ! mb !
They're kinda used to always listen behind every door, and i can't find myself to tell them "you don't hear much but goblins talking about what they ate last supper" for example

solemn sandal
#

Hey. Im new here and want to play. How to do that and how to connect with people? Is there a general texting channel for that?

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.
timid locust
solemn sandal
#

Aye captain

reef willow
#

Hey I’m a newcomer and I’m looking to hopefully join a session soon. I’m currently going through the free basic rules, but I’m wondering if I actually NEED to get the players handbook in order to play?

harsh fjord
reef willow
harsh fjord
#

More species, subclasses, feats, backgrounds, spells, maybe more besides.

reef willow
hollow bronze
#

Hey y’all! I’m sort of new in dnd (played bg3 so many times tho lol). Me and my fiance is joining an event later for a beginner friendly one shot adventure hosted by the public library.

harsh fjord
#

Welcome. Did you have specific questions?

hollow bronze
#

I do have a basic question, do you build your character before joining the game or is it during/part of the game?

harsh fjord
#

It honestly depends. For a one-shot, unless it's explicitly a learn-to-play situation, I would expect you should have your character made prior.

#

For my long-term games, I want folks to arrive with multiple character concepts rather than "Here is my character." I want them to fit the party and the game.

sudden otter
# hollow bronze I do have a basic question, do you build your character before joining the game ...

One other way to look at this - your character is not fully "built" when you start a campaign. They will probably be relatively weak and inexperienced. Your experiences with the campaign will likely shape your character's personality and influence some mechanical choices along the way. Having an outline or idea for a character is a good start. For first-timers, having someone walk you through character sheet creation can help a lot.

hollow bronze
#

I do have a dnd beyond character sheet, but having multiple is definitely a good idea to see what fits the party. And I assume a character isn’t fully built since leveling up is what helps build them more during a game. 🤔 i appreciate it yall!

wild yoke
#

How does the wizard class work in terms of learning new spells? Do I have to spend 50 gp everytime I need to learn a new one?

main fulcrum
#

You get at least 2 for free each time you level up

wild yoke
#

Nice

main fulcrum
#

(Sometimes more if you're using 2024 rules). Then you can also spend money and time to learn more via scrolls/other spellbooks etc

wild yoke
#

What does memorize spell do? For a lvl 5 it seems kinda useless

loud pumice
#

There are 2 ways Wizards gain their spells:

  1. From leveling up the class.
  2. Copying a spell into your spell book which is the method that requires gold
main fulcrum
#

I would assume Memorize spell does whatever the feature says it does? I don't know that one off the top of my head

wild yoke
wild onyx
wild yoke
#

Oh so it’s basically a quick way to change my prepared spells from battle to utility and vice versa?

harsh fjord
#

One spell, but yeah!

#

Or just swapping for other reasons, like you're dealing with fire immunities and you need some damage that isn't fire-based.

wild yoke
#

I see

#

I’m gonna play bladesinger next campaign so I’m tryna figure out wizard since in the previous one I played sorcerer

#

I even convinced my dm to let me change song of defense to a better version

versed ore
#

Hi everyone! I was wondering if there were any other small playable species besides goblins?

timid locust
#

Sure are. In the free rules, there's Halfling and Gnome. Human also has the option for small.

umbral egret
#

hi

lofty sable
#

also fairy race

versed ore
#

Awesome thank you!

harsh fjord
#

Or aasimar, tiefling, changeling, khorovar, shifter, and warforged if we're sticking to 2024. Kobold, genasi, tortle, tabaxi, kenku, and yuan-ti can also be small.

violet dirge
#

Hey guys! I'm new to DnD and am thinking of starting up a campaign with my friends and I was wondering if anybody had any advice? Due to distance (and money), our campaign will have to be online (preferably on a free website or app) and all of us are somewhat new to DnD. I went to DnD club here and there back in my freshman year so I know how to make a character and some of the technical terms but I have no clue how to DM or how to set anything up

patent cipher
violet dirge
#

Awesome, thank you!

small bronze
#

hi

wary fox
#

Hi I’ve never played dnd before. I read through the dnd rules and learned some stuff so how do i get like uh sorted?

bright whale
exotic remnantBOT
wary fox
fair plaza
#

im very very new to d&d and im so confised on this whole make a character thing

#

all of the skills confuse me what do i need to have right in the beginning

vital sail
#

The first steps are class, species, and background, everything else will come from those three

cinder jasper
#

Hello 😊

rapid pilot
steep radish
#

boo

sick vale
south mango
#

hi

#

help me plsss

wheat crystal
#

What did you need help with?

south mango
#

i have no clue what im sopposed to do to get in a game

wheat crystal
#

If you’d like to use this server to find a group to play with the instructions are in #find-a-game

Also if you haven’t already, check out the free Basic Rules linked in #learn-to-play as well as this channel’s pins. You don’t have to memorize everything, but the more you’re familiar with the easier your transition process into a game.

#

Of course we’re also here in this channel to help

south mango
#

i tried but i cant get anyone

#

and i have no friends ether

wheat crystal
#

Games usually take some time and patience to get into.

edgy onyx
fallen surge
# south mango i tried but i cant get anyone

Cast a wide net. You can check other discord servers, and other websites like reddit or facebook. But also, make sure you have reasonable expectations. D&D is not a "pick up and play right now" type of game. It can take a week or more to set up a group and find a time that works for everyone. Let alone trying to find a group where everyone's interests and expectations are aligned. Don't expect people to respond instantly when you said a reply to their advertisements. They're usually posted far in advanced from when someone actually wants to play

south mango
#

oh ok jee the people here are more welcoming then i thought

#

ok soooo what can i play on like what game do i go on

wheat crystal
#

Online games will typically use a Virtual Tabletop (VTT) though one isn’t necessary.

#

At bare minimum some way to have a character sheet, some way to communicate, and some way to roll dice will be needed

south mango
#

uhghghg im geting nowhere

wheat crystal
#

Sorry, I’m not sure what you mean

#

D&D games typically take some time to organize and start

fallen surge
# south mango ok soooo what can i play on like what game do i go on

D&D is a tabletop game, not a video game. All you need is the rule books, dice, character sheets, and a way to communicate with other people. There are tools to make it possible to play online, but there isn't one specific website or platform that you need to use. The most important thing is the ability to communicate. Discord calls or text chats are the most common method for that if you're playing online.

#

?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
south mango
#

ye but i cant play if i dont have som thin to play on i mean like some type of game

wheat crystal
#

As before, many D&D tables will use some sort of VTT, which are typically online websites or applications.

south mango
#

like umm some type of digital borde

wheat crystal
#

If a table doesn’t use a VTT for whatever reason, at minimum some sort of online communications platform will be needed, like Discord

echo kelp
#

You can also play just with a paper or digital character sheet, digital or physical dice, a copy of the rules (the free rules can be found here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/free-rules), and a way to communicate with the rest of the group playing.

#

It can be a phone call.

#

It could be emails

wheat crystal
#

Some DMs don’t even use maps

echo kelp
#

It can be, in one case, sending snail mail (yes there were D&D games like that back before the internet was widely available).

south mango
#

ok well thanks im just going to googel the stuff for like 5 hours

civic spoke
#

Hi so not new to D&D but just trying to get back into it👀

fallen surge
timid locust
#

Basically, you don't need to worry about what platform your DM will use, if any. That's up to the DM. They'll tell you what to use.

In the meantime, what's important for you as a player is to become familiar with how to play the game.

fallen surge
echo kelp
south mango
civic spoke
fallen surge
civic spoke
fallen surge
#

Nice. There definitely are a lot of tools to make the game easier now

civic spoke
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.
hollow locust
#

Hey I was just offered a "seat filler" possision in a paided game. It seems like a really fun campaign but as always I am worried when thing seem too good so I am wondering if this could somehow be a scam?

south mango
#

ok so if i go to looking fore players do i just reply to 1 of the pepole

fallen surge
south mango
#

do i need a player sheet

south mango
fallen surge
# south mango do i need a player sheet

Only if they ask you to make a character before joining. I tend to advice people to make their character after joining, so that you can tailor it to fit the campaign

fallen surge
hollow locust
#

no

fallen surge
# hollow locust no

Then you're probably fine. I don't want to say anything concrete without knowing all the specifics, but if they're not asking for money then they probably aren't trying to scam you

#

Paid games are a fairly normal thing, so if you find one that looks fun and its within your finances to afford it, then you can play the game that way. But there's also plenty of free games out there as well. So it just comes down to personal preference

echo kelp
#

I think there are some paid DMs that offer free viewing seats as a way to help drum up interest in their games as well.
As long as they're not making you pay for anything you didn't specifically ask for, then it's probably not a scam.

#

But do trust your gut - if something just doesn't feel right, better to follow that hunch.

brazen sable
#

Hi 👋
I’ve recently come back to D&D after about 7 years absence (only played for about a year back then).
I absolutely love the hobby !
I am really hoping to make a friend or two who wouldn’t mind re-showing me the ropes as I’m now working with high school and college students with behavioural issues etc that absolutely love D&D.
I’m joining in as a player here and there, but I really want to start running my own campaigns/one shots in person and online.

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.
tropic void
#

i have an issue i all of a sudden want to make a DnD game but i dont know how please can someone give advice usfull websights or just info for me please

fringe steeple
#

a good way to start is to pick a setting and theme. and set it in a village. start with monster of the week sort of adventures. let the world grow with the players. don't try to make it all at once. takes the load off you and makes the players feel like they are involved with the world.

coarse sentinel
#

Could someone explain how to do character sheet in a callcat_tiny

wild onyx
coarse sentinel
#

But I has so many questions

lavish kayak
#

Then ask them here. There are no VCs in this server

wild onyx
coarse sentinel
#

Well, I wanna have a character be using magic and a physical weapon, someone said paladin, and the other said be a warlock, and idkcat_tiny

#

I wanna do like dark magic and stuff

timid locust
#

Those are both good options.

Warlock especially, for dark magic themed options

fringe steeple
#

warlock pact of the blade

coarse sentinel
lavish kayak
#

I reccomend reading the class descriptions. This does seem like a warlock, but there are many more options.

#

And remember, flavor is free

coarse sentinel
#

They said specifically a hexblade warlock

#

I think

timid locust
#

Not necessarily that subclass, but it's an option.

#

Any Warlock can use a weapon and cast dark magic.

fringe steeple
#

yeah just pact weapon a greatsword and smash and blast.

coarse sentinel
#

How do i know my weapons damage

#

Like in the character sheet

lavish kayak
#

Read the rules for that, it states your weapon damage there

#

more specifically, it's stated in the weapon description

timid locust
coarse sentinel
#

Idk if my weapon is in dnd tho

#

Like in the main selections

timid locust
#

In DnD you only have access to the weapons on the weapon list.

coarse sentinel
lavish kayak
#

As i said before, flavor is free

coarse sentinel
#

I want a scythe

timid locust
#

It can look a little different, but it has to follow the rules of a weapon that already exists.

lavish kayak
#

You might use the stats of another weapon for that

timid locust
#

I'd recommend a Greataxe, Battle Axe, or Glaive for a scythe.

coarse sentinel
lavish kayak
#

A scythe, hmmm

coarse sentinel
lavish kayak
#

Glaive or Halberd imo

coarse sentinel
lavish kayak
#

Scythe is a thing in dnd btw, just not a weapon

coarse sentinel
#

What does "1d10 slashing mean" the website I'm looking at says that

fallen surge
#

?tag new dice

exotic remnantBOT
#

Dice

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

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

lavish kayak
#

That means it deals 1d10 slashing damage

#

1d10 means 1 ten-sided dice

coarse sentinel
#

Ohh

wraith hound
#

how do i join a campaign

lavish kayak
coarse sentinel
wraith hound
exotic remnantBOT
lavish kayak
fallen surge
coarse sentinel
#

Also, is my damage just that plus my strength score?

timid locust
#

By default, yes.

wraith hound
timid locust
#

If you are continuing down the path of Warlock, then there's a feature you can pick that changes that calculation to be more in your favor.

lavish kayak
#

Which we probably shouldn't get into now, although that would be pretty powerful with the idea you're leaning towards

coarse sentinel
#

What is armor class

wild onyx
#

When you take a swing at someone, that's the number to meet or beat for your attack to hit. As a player character more is better.

timid locust
coarse sentinel
#

So is mine like, 10?

#

I'm confused

timid locust
#

That depends on your Ability Scores.

#

And what Armor you're wearing, if any.

wraith hound
#

is it possible to do a solo campaign

timid locust
#

It's possible, but certainly not recommended.

coarse sentinel
timid locust
#

?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
#

Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

timid locust
coarse sentinel
#

I did point buy

coarse sentinel
wraith hound
coarse sentinel
#

What ability is for armor cat_tiny

#

That didn't explain much

#

Also apple🍎

wraith hound
#

man

#

im becoming an aarakocra

timid locust
wild onyx
coarse sentinel
fallen surge
#

?tag new ac

exotic remnantBOT
#

Armor Class (AC)

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

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

loud pumice
coarse sentinel
#

I just got a cloak

wild onyx
coarse sentinel
#

What is my initiative score

coarse sentinel
wild onyx
#

Initiative is the same as your Dexterity modifier.

coarse sentinel
#

Oh

#

0😔

wild onyx
#

?tag new warlock

exotic remnantBOT
#

classWarlock Warlock

Cast spells derived from occult knowledge
Warlocks quest for knowledge that lies hidden in the fabric of the multiverse. They often begin their search for magical power by delving into tomes of forbidden lore, dabbling in invocations meant to attract the power of extraplanar beings, or seeking places of power where the influence of these beings can be felt. In no time, each Warlock is drawn into a binding pact with a powerful patron. Drawing on the ancient knowledge of beings such as angels, archfey, demons, devils, hags, and alien entities of the Far Realm, Warlocks piece together arcane secrets to bolster their own power.

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

Likes: Occult lore
Complexity: High
Starting HP: 8 + Con. modifier

frozen ember
#

I’m dming for the first time tomorrow and need tips chat

fallen surge
#

?dmtips

wild onyx
exotic remnantBOT
#
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.

hearty blaze
#

Communicate with your players
Respect your players
Put passion into the game
Don’t overprep
Expand your vocabulary
Show, not tell (and use descriptive language that talks into all senses)
Have fun, no stress, and COMMUNICATE
Have a session zero (may be a lil late, just check if there’s any difficult topics not to bring up)
You don’t write a story, your party lives through one. Don’t prepare tales, prepare scenarios. (Assuming you’re not doing a module)
Try to know more than your players
COMMUNICATE

frozen ember
#

I’m dming the forest oracle

#

Which apparently isn’t the greatest lol

clever ravine
#

?tag new monk

exotic remnantBOT
#

classMonk Monk

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

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

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

wild onyx
dense stirrup
#

I have a question
Forget about classes
I have another person in my group that plays what is essentially a 7” Dwayne the rock shaped rock. He is moving rock, basically a golem, but race wise is a gnome (unimportant, it’s our first characters)
Are there any spells that would allow me to throw him at enemies like a cannonball (that gets up and punches you) after he lands? The argument being he IS rock

lean vortex
#

Telekinesis ig

dense stirrup
#

Ahhhh

neat folio
#

I’m new to d&d

#

?tag new fighter

exotic remnantBOT
#

classFighter Fighter

Master all weapons and armor
Fighters rule many battlefields. Questing knights, royal champions, elite soldiers, and hardened mercenaries—as Fighters, they all share an unparalleled prowess with weapons and armor. And they are well acquainted with death, both meting it out and defying it.

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

Likes: Weapons
Complexity: Low
Starting HP: 10 + Con. modifier

neat folio
#

Can I make a object oc in d&d?

hearty blaze
#

Like, there are warforged and autognomes in dnd, who are at least partially inorganic

neat folio
#

I made a preloaded character

mossy crystal
#

going to be hosting my first dnd as a dm..what things do i need to get for being new and what sites should i use for onlne hosting for maps

neat folio
#

Can I join?

#

Also I made this oc in gacha life

#

Her name is socka

still oasis
#

tfw I scrolled through all the threads in #looking-for-players and they're all from different timezones

neat folio
#

Uh

main fulcrum
mossy crystal
#

just so i can put down whats in my head so i can get everyone involved

finite smelt
#

hello! Im kind of new to dnd

main fulcrum
#

I don't run online anymore and was just using discord when I did last, so I can't speak to any recent updates

void totem
#

Even I know that one is terrible

tepid epoch
#

hello im kind new to dnd and would like to get into it

marble wagon
#

I'm new to DND but do have ideas for a campaign I like to do

exotic remnantBOT
ebon ruin
#

Hello I'm new to dnd

gray pecan
#

Hi guys, I’m new to this game. I really wanna play a few games.

brisk talon
#

Welcome welcome!

gray pecan
#

And I don’t have any friends

#

That play

brisk talon
brisk talon
gray pecan
brisk talon
#

So yeah check the looking for players channel, most of the posts come with a summary of the world you will be playing in.

gray pecan
#

Ok

brisk talon
gray pecan
#

On d&d beyond

brisk talon
gray pecan
gray pecan
brisk talon
gray pecan
#

K

gray pecan
foggy sand
#

Always make several backup characters just in case.

unreal breach
#

How do you roleplay a character well?

dull kindle
#

Minus the hex part yes

#

Warlock slots are rather limited when monoclassing so your spells are usually saved for control spells instead of doing slightly more damage to 1 guy at a time

wild onyx
# unreal breach How do you roleplay a character well?

Start simple. Have a clear motivation and express it in play. Tell the others players what your character's thoughts are without disrupting the flow of the game. Think of your character like an actor you're directing. Don't forget body language!

ocean axle
#

I Have a quostion If i started playing on a server from peopel from this server should i Have a webcam?

edgy onyx
#

You don't need one to play, though some groups either require or prefer one

void totem
#

Can someone explain how learning spells as a wizard works to me?

#

It's kinda confusing. So you can learn spells up to their spell slot cost? How many spells do you learn every level?

wild onyx
void totem
#

So 4 levels into wizard means 8 spells, and I'm guessing it can't be all 2nd level spells?

#

And what about cantrips

#

Wait I think I found a table that explains the spells pretty well

#

Because you start with 6 at level 1, it'd be 8 level 1 spells and up to 4 level 2 spells?

wild onyx
#

Close! You don't get access to level 2 spells until you hit Wizard 3. Your first two extra spells you learn must be level 1.

vocal pivot
#

Hi

void totem
#

My next question then is if I start with artificer 1, that gives me 2 cantrips and 2 level 1 spells, does that mean I still get the initial 6 spells when I put my second level into wizard?

wild onyx
void totem
#

My table wants to start at level 5 and I feel like it's making things more confusing for me

#

Trying to make a character sheet for this is hard.

wild onyx
void pollen
#

Soup

#

First time every actually trying to do anything related to this but thought it seemed fun

exotic remnantBOT
wild onyx
void pollen
#

Alright gotcha gotcha

lone fossil
#

Hello i have a question i got an octopus trophy (beaks) from my last session and I was wondering what I could do with that other than arrows or possibly positions anyone got any ideas for a special homebrew wepon/tool/gear?

wild onyx
#

A piece of armour, a weapon, an accessory, some kind of tool for digging or climbing? #homebrew might have some more ideas.

void pollen
#

So umm I got my character sheet thingy what do I do now?

wild onyx
void pollen
#

Mhm

void pollen
echo kelp
#

artwork is optional

void pollen
#

I suck at art….

echo kelp
#

Again, art is optional for a character sheet

void pollen
#

Huh I feel like I’m missing something

#

Oh alr

echo kelp
#

You could put all your character information on a 3x5 card - a character sheet is used to track what your character can do and important game mechanics information such as Ability Scores, Hit Points, Armor Class, etc.

#

It doesn't need art

#

Art is optional

coarse sentinel
#

How do I know what my casting ability mod is

#

I want my character to be a warlock cat_tiny

hearty escarp
#

That will depend on your class. For warlocks, your casting ability will be charisma.

coarse sentinel
#

So it's my Charisma mod?

hearty escarp
#

yup nod

coarse sentinel
#

What is a spell pointcat_tiny

coarse sentinel
summer walrus
#

Spell Points are an optional way of casting spells. They're an optional rule, not a lot of groups at all play with them. If you're new to the game, I wouldn't worry about them

coarse sentinel
#

Oh

#

So I don't do em?

echo kelp
#

Do you mean spell slot (if you cast spells, you have spell slots) or the otpional "spell points" rule?

#

No don't use spell points unless your DM says that's the way they are handling it.

coarse sentinel
echo kelp
#

When you cast a spell at that spell level, you mark off the spell slot - you won't be able to cast a spell again using that slot until you take a rest.

#

For warlocks, they regain their spell slots on a short rest.

#

But they also cast their spells at the highest available spell slot they have.

#

Spellcasting is taxing, so a spellcaster can cast only a limited number of level 1+ spells before resting. Spell slots are the main way a spellcaster’s magical potential is represented. Each spellcasting class gives its members a limited number of spell slots of certain spell levels. For example, a level 3 Wizard has four level 1 spell slots and two level 2 slots.

#

Also

#

When you cast a spell, you expend a slot of that spell’s level or higher, effectively “filling” a slot with the spell. Imagine a spell slot is a groove of a certain size—small for a level 1 slot and larger for a higher-level spell. A level 1 spell fits into a slot of any size, but a level 2 spell fits only into a slot that’s at least level 2. So when a level 3 Wizard casts Magic Missile, a level 1 spell, that Wizard spends one of four level 1 slots and has three remaining.

#

Cantrip spells don't use any spell slots - they are like "always ready to use, doesn't cost magical energy" spells.

#

So to sum up:

  • To cast leveled spells (e.g. a level 1 or higher spell), you usually must have a spell slot available and that spell slot must be at a level high enough to cast that spell (you can't use a level 1 slot to cast wish which is a 9th level spell).
  • You regain spell slots after taking an appropriate rest (long rest for all casters, short rest for warlocks).
#

Please don't post single character posts (even reacts/emojis/stickers) as it's disruptive to chat and considered spam.

coarse sentinel
#

What are you, a bot?

echo kelp
#

No I am a moderator and we send formal reminders and warnings using Dyno, a Discord bot

coarse sentinel
echo kelp
#

But yes, single character posts can be moderated as spam as it's disruptive to chat and can be an accessibility issue to our blind/vision impaired users using text to speech tools to try and follow along.

#

You can add the react right onto the message - not a problem as the context is maintained.

#

But posting :oobiyay: right after my message doesn't help folks understand what you were trying to communicate.

#

If you want further clarification, you can ask to speak with a moderator in #moderator-support and we can create a thread to discuss in more detail.

#

Anyway, back to D&D

coarse sentinel
echo kelp
#

It was still a single character post which is again considered spam on our server as it's disruptive and doesn't lend to the actual discussion. If you wish any further clarification on server rules, go to #moderator-support and ask to speak with a moderator and we can create a thread to dissuss things in more detail there - this is getting off topic and we need to get back to D&D.

iron estuary
#

guys why are people making this game so compilcated and nerdy

echo kelp
#

Why are you choosing to use such loaded terms? 😉

coarse sentinel
iron estuary
iron estuary
coarse sentinel
iron estuary
#

isnt it wizards of the coast who made the rulebook and character sheets for the game

#

i mean if its an imagination game why would i use a 200 pages book to play

echo kelp
#

D&D started from a bunch of wargamers in the 70s going "wouldn't it be cool to focus on the leaders/heroes and what they could do individually?" So if you know a bit about how complicated wargames can be with the simulation-based rule design, that can help figure out why there is come complexity to D&D's rules. It's also been around for 50 years now and has gone through multiple editions.

coarse sentinel
#

How

echo kelp
#

There are other TTRPG game systems that are more rules light

#

D&D is however not the most complex TTRPG system.

edgy onyx
#

Heck, most of the D&D's books are not a huge list of rules, but stuff like information on the setting, list of stuff like magic items and spells you might only need to look for when needed, and player options
You absolutely do not need to memorize 200 pages of only rules 😛

exotic remnantBOT
dull finch
#

Ive already read a lot and watched videos. I need a group. I only have my kids weekends, the local library did their things during the week so I can’t take my kids to those

wild onyx
#

Check the listings in #looking-for-players for games that want people, read the details, respond as appropriate and cross your fingers.

Type /looking and select the option for #looking-for-dm to advertise yourself as a new player in search of a group. Be sure to include your regular availability!

There are other Discord servers where people gather for games. You can find them in #looking-for-community .

Aside from here, you could also try LFG areas in sites like Reddit, Roll20 or the D&D Beyond forums to get started.

jade olive
#

I ask someone what some things are and someone sent an entire website, and another person just told me the answer

wild onyx
#

Welcome to the Internet!

Personally I'll usually try to do both together, as in "here's the answer, and here's the further reading," but folk will do as they will.

lime turret
#

For me it depends on how broad the question is.

sage cloak
#

can somebody help me learn artificer

crystal valve
#

I am completely new to this and would love to learn a bit about what I have to be mindful of/important must know rules before I can even start playing

echo kelp
fiery river
#

hello everyone

rigid nexus
#

Hiiiiii! 🍻

crystal valve
echo kelp
#

So yeah there's parts to this.

  1. Dungeon Master sets the scene/scenario, asks players to roleplay their character in that context, determines what rules are in effect and if dice rolls are needed and what kinds of dice rolls, and then decides what the results mean. They also roleplay the enemies and Non-Player Characters in the game. Together with the players, they explore a story together.
  2. Usually you'll make a character that fits into the Dungeon Master's game setting/campaign/story and works well with the other player's characters.
  3. Most groups are fine with new to D&D players as long as they put in effort beforehand to learn the core game rules and mechanics and show a willingness to learn. But trying to join a game without having spent any effort to learn beforehand may be frustrating for everyone involved as their game time is limited and spending it having to teach someone everything from scratch.
crystal valve
#

Thank you

true ether
#

hi looking for people to play

echo kelp
#

Please use our Looking For Game channels to solicit and organize D&D games here on our server (it's off topic outside of those channels).
Read #find-a-game carefully to learn how to use the LFG channels.

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.
void totem
#

I'm so confused, how many spells learned does an artificer start with?

#

Intelligence modifier+half your artificer level for level 1 is confusing

main fulcrum
#

You round up, so level 1 just counts as 1 iirc

void totem
#

So a level 1 artificer learns 1 spell... that doesn't seem right.

#

Wait you use your intelligence modifier. So your ability modifier?

main fulcrum
#

That would be your ability mod for artificer, yeah

warm trench
#

I have no clue where to start TvT. I have a bunch of friends who like DnD, so I'd like to gain experience before I join their campaign ^^

meager bough
#

I'm too, and it'd be awesome if someone helped to get started in this thing :>

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
#

Check out the basics in the Bot and then hop on back in if u have questions

warm trench
#

Ok

#

Thx :))

fiery river
#

so am new here and i wanna start playing

#

how

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
#

Check out the basics in the Bot and then hop on back in if u have questions

#

then when u are ready for jumping into a game. follow these easy steps to find a group or post what you are looking for

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.
fiery river
lost silo
#

Not sure what you are asking me my friend

hearty blaze
#

If you got any questions, ask them here

void totem
#

Do you still get 2 skills from Wizard if you multiclass into it?

#

If it's not the one you start with

heavy osprey
#

Hi...How can I join a campaing with people I dont know... also, here I can talk spanish to or this server is only for english?

main fulcrum
#

This server is English only, but there might be advertised games that are going to be run in Spanish

heavy osprey
#

ok thank you, thanks, I am looking to join in a campaing but I dont know how to, I am new in this, do you know how is called the server in spanish, if there is one?

lethal patio
#

I know this is really unethical but… I’m new to playing warlocks and I just got phantasmal force added to my spell list (I’m an Archfey patron warlock) could I use that spell to just make a pylon that makes them emits a sound that induces an unreal amount of tinnitus for… shenanigan reasons?

Alternatively, could I use that same spell to, and hear me out, light myself on fire, so the target believes he is being burnt when he’s within melee range of me, taking 2d8 psychic damage because the illusion makes sound, temperature, and other stimuli?

loud pumice
#

Illusions don't usually create sound unless the spell specifies it can have sound as well.

hearty blaze
#

It does include sound

#

“The phantasm includes sound, temperature, and other stimuli.”

hearty blaze
lethal patio
#

Interesting… thank you very much for the confirmation >:D

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.
lost silo
#

The bot has easy to follow instructions on how to look for a game or post what yer looking for

whole hawk
#

Hello. SmileThroughThePain

lost silo
#

Howdy. Let us know if ya have any questions

whole hawk
#

Never made a DnD character before so it's time to attempt.

wild onyx
lost silo
#

If you use DND beyond it will walk you thru it nicely

whole hawk
#

That's the plan, hopefully it is nice.

glacial palm
#

Hey where would one look for really beginner friendly DND campaigns for two extreme beginners?

near estuary
#

Honestly the starter sets are a good place for beginner friendly adventures

glacial palm
near estuary
#

Ah there have been various starter sets released for dnd fifth edition. I think there are 6 different ones across the 2014 and 2024 versions of 5e

#

They come with an adventure, mini rulebook, premade charcters, and dice. Some come with even more than that

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.
lost silo
#

If yer looking for a group follow the easy steps in the bot

near estuary
#

Oh I hadnt thought of that lol

frozen ember
jovial drum
#

Hi!

wild onyx
#

Try having a read through the first couple of sections of the Free Rules to get a grasp of the terminology, then have a go at putting a character together for practice.

You'll need to pick a class, species and background. Let us know if you have any questions!

exotic remnantBOT
wicked sable
jovial drum
#

HRU

wicked sable
#

im doing good! is there anything you need?

lost silo
#

Let us know if you have any questions

grand nova
#

Oof, I'm not able to find a D&D server that'll allow me to start as a Level 1 Character.
I want to play PBP D&D 😭

harsh fjord
#

Maybe try searching outside of servers?

grand nova
# harsh fjord Maybe try searching outside of servers?

I'm trying
I found few
One was accepting level 5 and above
Other two were accepting level 3 and above

I also found one that accepted level 1 but they were asking me to use a specific website to make my sheets.

I am a total beginner and making sheets in D&D beyond is much easier. Their website was confusing.

scenic vale
#

How do I find a group to play with?

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.
harsh fjord
#

Follow the bot post to #find-a-game and read the info there for using the server's Looking for Game/Group channels.

void totem
#

How do I check if spell components have gp value for casting with a component pouch or arcane focus? Do I still need non-cost non-consumed materials if I have a component pouch?

wheat oxide
void totem
#

Do I have to buy the material beforehand if it has a gold cost or could I just spend gold instead as I cast it?

shut temple
#

Hi everyone I’m new to this group and I am hoping to get tips on being a dungeon master

wheat oxide
void totem
#

So I can't cast a spell with a casting speed of "action" if I also want to cast a "bonus action" speed spell

hearty blaze
#

As long as one of those spells don’t consume a spell slot (by 2024 rules)

void totem
#

So, if I were to use a spell scroll... I could bypass that restriction?

hearty blaze
#

Correct

void totem
#

LOL

hearty blaze
#

Or magic initiate or some class features

#

Or some species features

#

But spell scrolls are the ways to cast it at the higher levels

sudden bloom
#

yo wsp im xavier ! im lowkey looking for people to just talk to about dnd cause im new and suck , maybe join a game ?

honest crystal
#

I played dnd exactly once like five years ago. No idea where to start, but I'd like to do it again because it was neat. Would love someone to info dump me and a group with patience for a new player would be awesome. Would also like to play regularly.

sudden bloom
dry stream
#

Hello, im ricky new to the world of dnd and is interested in joining a game

flat valve
#

anyone have a party i could join?

edgy onyx
simple mason
#

Hiii

river comet
#

Hello to y'all, what up is?

wheat oxide
#

Howdy!

river comet
#

Never played DnD but would love to.
If anyone 25+ is willing to teach me - would be nice. 💜

edgy onyx
river comet
exotic remnantBOT
signal finch
#

does the PHB physical book let me use it on digital platforms?

hearty blaze
#

Not on dnd beyond, idk for the rest

fiery river
#

someone help me idk what to do how can i play?

hearty escarp
#

Check the box above, it goes over the introductory info you'll likely want to know.

hearty escarp
signal finch
#

which is better? getting the physical book or the digital book?

hearty escarp
#

Depends a lot on your needs! Are you going to play online a lot or are you playing in person?
It also depends on your priorities. If you get it digitally, the upside is that you can access it from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection and as long as the servers are running. If you get it physically, you'll always have it in one place forever.

signal finch
#

is there a physical dice counter

im haveing trouble keeping track of adding up rolls such as rolling 2d4 damage

#

like a camera app that counts physical dice

lime turret
#

There’s apps for rolling digital dice. You can also just use a calculator.

hearty escarp
#

Here's a simple one:
https://slyflourish.com/dice/

If you type a dice notation into google (e.g. "1d20" or "3d6") it will also automatically roll.

#

I'm not aware of a physical dice counter.

signal finch
#

im using physical dice

signal finch
#

is eldritch knight + warlock repetitive?

ornate kiln
#

it does not have a lot of synergy, if that is what you are asking

maiden hollow
#

Hewo

dull sinew
#

ill be honest i dont know how to play

patent cipher
# dull sinew ill be honest i dont know how to play

Read the information in #learn-to-play and 'Playing the Game'; Then follow allong with 'Creating A Character' using either the dnd beyond character builder or roll20 to make a practice character before heading over to #character-discussion to have it looked over.

Feel free to ask any questions you still have in #dnd-newcomers; There's a short interactive module you can play to get a feel for the game, or you could seek out gameplay videos online. Once you're ready to play, head over to #find-a-game, one of the many LFG discord servers, r/lfg on reddit, or your friendly local game store. If you'd like a printable character sheet, those can be found here.

sick vale
lime barn
#

hello, Looking for a campaign.

#

Im new to D&D came from Baldurs Gate 3

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.
echo kelp
lost silo
verbal mason
#

hello im new

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
#

welcome let us know if you have any questions

verbal mason
#

uhm...

#

how do i start?

lost silo
#

check out the basics in the bot just above my other message. great place to start

fossil lantern
#

Yooo

lost silo
#

howdy. let us know if you have questions

wheat oxide
#

Fiend for pure damage and better combat, goo for utility

safe blade
#

I need some help understanding Oaths.
What is and isn't viable to have an Oath on? Like is "swearing to never brush my teeth" a viable oath?

I jest but I don't see any sort of guidance or a list of traits an Oath should have in the Player's Handbook. Also, does the Oath always have to be religious in some nature? Because the Paladin's Divine Smite draws power from some spiritual entity, or in the case of Oath of the Ancients the Fae somehow bestow you with Divine strength?

I'm trying to wrap my head around the concept particularly for "Oath of Glory". Swearing to conquest to bring honor to your name and become well-reknowned doesnt really lend itself to being bestowed with Divine powers like Lay on Hands and smite right? So I would really like an explanation and some pointers for what can and can't be an oath

odd inlet
#

so I know the basics..but I have no clue on how to find people to play with..

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.
lost silo
#

follow the easy steps in the bot to find groups and or post what y ou are looking for

minor hatch
#

Hey everybody :3

lost silo
#

howdy. let us know if u have questions\

harsh fjord
# safe blade I need some help understanding Oaths. What is and isn't viable to have an Oath o...

Each subclass includes the tenets for a given oath in the description. If you're looking to figure out what constitutes a viable homebrew oath, you'll probably have to work that out with your DM as I don't think there's any mechanical specifics for what is/isn't a fitting oath.

I may be getting this wrong, but oaths are not necessarily an intermediary between a paladin and divinity. Paladins just believe in a cause so hard that they get power from it.

crimson herald
#

Hello!

I’m new to DnD so i do need some knowledge on the sorcerer class

harsh fjord
#

?tag new sorcerer

exotic remnantBOT
#

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

harsh fjord
#

If you have more specific questions than what the summary above covers, feel free to ask them!

deft imp
#

Hey new group and new dm here. I bought some custom minis already and now am having some trouble figuring out how to set up the maps. Like I could draw it all but that seems like a lot of work for a map I’ll just use once(especially since it’s on a 1 inch grid. I was thinking I could buy some terrain bundles. Idk how much that would cost, don’t know which to buy, don’t know how to handle fog of war. I also saw I could buy a cheap tv for $150 and use that. I just need help.

echo kelp
#

Check out the pinned messages in #dnd-maps for useful tools and resources for maps

#

Folks in #third-party and #dnd-maps may have suggestions depending on what direction you think would work best for your group.

empty lagoon
#

Hi I have been playing dnd for two months can somebody explain spells

echo kelp
#

Is there a specific question you have?

wheat oxide
rugged kite
#

Hello I'm new

wild onyx
wheat oxide
#

Levelled spells are cast with spell slots, which are limited resources, and spell slots have different levels. If you're a Warlock, they're always cast at a specific max level and recover on a short rest. If you're any other casting class, you have a number of slots at each level, and casting a levelled spell uses up a spell slot of the spell's level.

#

You can also "upcast," casting a spell with a higher level spell slot than its base level. This gives the spell more or stronger effects

#

Unless you're a warlock, they regenerate on a long rest

fleet pilot
#

Sup yall

wheat oxide
#

Howdt

#

Howdy

lost silo
#

Hey now. if you have questions let us know

fleet pilot
#

Ive played dnd for 5 years but ive took a 8 month break and im finally back

#

Who else here has played dnd for that long

echo kelp
#

since the red box starter in the 80s but took a long break due to life until 2014 and got back into TTRPGs again (not just D&D)

lost silo
#

I have been playin D&D for over 37 years

fleet pilot
#

Ive played pathfinder for 3 years but again 8th month break

fleet pilot
echo kelp
#

We got some near-the-start original player folks

#

Also please don't share exact ages folks!

lost silo
#

oh i mean yes. forgot cant do the age thing

fleet pilot
#

Im rusty beyond belief

#

Lol

#

Who else has taken a really long break

fleet verge
#

How is the no of times barb attacks calculated man?

edgy onyx
fleet verge
#

Like I wanna do that too

edgy onyx
fleet verge
lost silo
#

what level is the Barbarian

fleet verge
lost silo
#

level 20?

fleet verge
#

Yes

edgy onyx
#

Yeah no idea where the two attacks out of five are coming from. You get extra attack (2 attacks), and berserker gets an additional attack as a bonus action (which you could also get by two weapon fighting), so that's only 3 attacks I can account for, but at level 20 it could be a magic item or other boon granted by the DM, as at that level all balance starts to go out the window lol

fleet verge
edgy onyx
#

You could just ask the player how they're getting the attacks

safe blade
#

Is a human with Dragon features (horns and partial scales) still classified as Dragonborn? Looking at most sources most Dragonborns seem to be a humanoid dragon rather than Dragonic Human. Or is it left up to player interpretation? Assuming one was born from the union of a Human and Dragonborn for example

harsh fjord
#

I suspect you could get a fuller breakdown in #dnd-lore, but dragonborn are a separate species rather than an actual hybrid of human/draconic ancestry. Whether you pick human and describe them as more dragonborn or vice versa is up to your table.

#

Same for what "counts" as dragonborn: in the absence of rules, that's a flavor question for any individual table.

fleet pilot
#

Man I got no one to play dnd with sadly

harsh fjord
#

Have you tried this server's LFG channels?

fleet pilot
#

Nope I didnt even see that channel

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.
verbal mason
#

hello im a sorcerer looking for a looking for a party to play with

harsh fjord
zinc zealot
#

anyone have a game that I could watch?

edgy onyx
crystal basin
#

I’m making a Pokemon inspired campaign that will be heavily homebrew do you guys have any tips for my world building, this will be my first time being dm

echo kelp
mellow cape
#

Hey all, I’ve JUST started playing D&D as a DM I’m pretty sure I screwed up the game with the caves of chaos Map E. Should I have started with cave A? Or the keep in the highlands?

wheat crystal
#

Both channels are geared closer to answering your question since it's DM/adventure specific and not newbie-specific

mellow cape
#

Ok. Thanks. I’m still trying to figure out what dice to use and how it impacts the game

wheat crystal
#

?tag new dice

exotic remnantBOT
#

Dice

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

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

lofty spindle
#

By chance does anyone have experience making a spore druid using 2014 rules? Just need a lil help double checking my stats to see if they're correct 😄

wheat crystal
#

Spores is built like any other Druid, what's your current spread like?

sleek condor
#

Hello guys! I just bought a starter campaign and I’m totally new. I’m confused why it my ac as a rogue sums up to 13 when the armor is 11+ and my dex is +3 wouldn’t that be 14 ac?

This is a pre made character from the kit. I asked ChatGPT and it says that it already does a sum based on recommended but it makes no sense to me

harsh fjord
#

Could be a misprint because if you have leather armor and +3 Dex, then it would be 14.

spiral spade
wet forge
tacit scroll
#

Never use ChatGPT for DnD

sleek condor
sleek condor
tacit scroll
wet forge
#

Desperation leads us down the darkest paths /j

tacit scroll
sleek condor
#

It seems really hard to keep up on everything as a dm

tacit scroll
#

You'll learn as you play

sleek condor
#

I read the reference booklet and left with little understanding. I need to re read I guess lol

#

What are power tokens? Are they just used for specific powers from races or backgrounds, classes etc?

tacit scroll
tacit scroll
#

Or temporary buffs

#

It's just used as a marker really

sleek condor
#

Thanks!

heady hedge
#

i’m fairly new to d&d, and would like advice on how to play my POTB warlock besides just overusing eldrich blast…

gaunt anvil
#

Eldrich blast is going to be the best option a lot of the time

#

Thats not you failing to be creative or anything silly like that

candid terrace
#

nice to meet all, really wanna learn how to play!

low spoke
dull kindle
#

Grab a polearm for your pact of the blade and swap between meleeing people and eldritch blasting

#

Eldritch Blasting is going to do more damage in the end though

heady hedge
#

ty ❤️

dull kindle
#

What Warlock subclass did you go for

timid locust
heady hedge
#

I don’t have a subclass yet

#

lvl 2

dull kindle
#

Wait till level 3 and grab Hexblade to really go home with pact of the blade

heady hedge
#

k!

clever swift
#

hello im a new player looking for a group to help me learn

#

I like challenges so im down for anything

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.
velvet wing
#

In 2024 they made it so every Warlock subclass can Hexblade to some degree, which is neat.

#

(And also allows Paladins and Bards to take Pact of the Blade with no dip which is also fun.)

peak timber
#

im not to sure how i would start making my character... Could I just write it all on a google doc or use the website

obsidian karma
peak timber
obsidian karma
velvet wing
#

Though to be clear you'll have a small handful of options unless you buy more books/share with someone who has them.

signal finch
#

is it normal for a monster to have 20,250ft. of movement?

peak timber
#

is it a good idea to become a dm first instead of a player

oak flame
#

Okay coming off what I tried, I say its better playing first.
When I actually played i was able to get a better feel of DnD and ended up just staying a player because I realised I preferred it more

main fulcrum
#

You can go either way. I'd say starting as a DM is harder, but it's certainly possible. Some people do that and play later, some people never switch from DMing at all.

peak timber
#

ah ok

#

is there a faster way to find sessions? either then the channels

alpine shuttle
#

Hi i am new here. I have question to ask. Where can i ask question about beyond site?

mild flint
hearty blaze
signal finch
#

how can i get custom dice in dndbeyond app

empty lagoon
#

I think there is acpack were u buy them

sick vale
velvet wing
#

Occasionally Dice are also given as a pre-order bonus for upcoming books or as a monthly subscriber bonus.

echo kelp
#

Also as a subscription perk

#

Every month, subscribers get a perk - backgrounds, frames, dice

vague spoke
#

https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/161085261/ArQycF
I’ve just made my first character on DnDBeyond character creation tool and it feels like I’m carrying too much stuff from the starting kit. Am I doing this correctly? I’m also asking if the sheet is generally correct as I’m a bit overwhelmed with information. Thanks for your help!

brisk talon
#

Level 1 characters typically don’t have a lot in the beginning.

vague spoke
sonic dust
#

Hey, so I’m building a rogue character and I see that I can choose 4 skills. Is there any rules against choosing one twice so instead of picking four you pick three just double up on one. Is there a rule against that?

plucky ridge
#

You can only double your profiency in a skill if you have expertise

timid locust
#

Picking the same one twice doesn't actually do anything. You can only add your proficiency to something once.

sonic dust
#

Ok so it wouldn’t do you want anything unless I had expertise

#

Thank you for the info

timid locust
#

Rather, Expertise is an entirely different thing than picking a skill to be proficient in.

#

As a Rogue, you'll pick 4 skill proficiencies, then later you'll pick 2 skills that you're proficient in to apply Expertise to.

sonic dust
#

Ah! Perfect thank you!

sonic dust
#

For the personality, traits ideals, bonds, and flaws how many of each am I supposed to choose?

main fulcrum
#

Usually 1 unless it says to pick more

sonic dust
#

Ok thanks!!

#

So for my saving throws, do I add my modifiers to those or is this a totally different thing

harsh fjord
#

Yep, your stat mods and proficiency bonus to whatever specific throws your class is proficient in.

sonic dust
#

Thank you for the info!

knotty light
#

Hey if there any DM’s that could give me some tips on how to really make a campaign “good”. That would be much appreciated. I’m making a new campaign for some buddies, and I wanna be able to talk about it. However I’m not wanting to spoil it to them so I came here looking for guidance. 🫠

#

Or would that be for DM discussion tab?

harsh fjord
#

#dm-discussion is probably the better channel! My sound bite advice is "Ask your players what they want. Add in those things and things you want just because they sound fun to you (for you)."

knotty light
dusky crown
#

Hello
So I've come with a question, as two o my friends want to do a campaign but we cant really do it with only 2 in the party and 1 as the dm
So could I ask if someone would like to join our homebrew campaign?

harsh fjord
dusky crown
#

Oh alr sry bout that

#

Thx

harsh fjord
#

Good luck!

sonic dust
#

So what happens if I use a weapon that my character is not proficient with

patent cipher
sonic dust
#

Is there any negative effects

patent cipher
#

The game is balanced around assuming you have that bonus to hit, you will be missing a lot

cedar sluice
#

however, its good to have a melee and a ranged, even if you aren't proficient in one of them.

patent cipher
timid locust
edgy onyx
#

It also might feel like "it's only 2 less to hit" (assuming level where thats your proficiency bonus), but it's still a solid 10% chance, and consider that a +2 weapon which adds that much to a roll is a Rare magic item

patent cipher
timid locust
#

When you have about a 60% chance to hit at most by default at level 1, you really, really want an extra 10%.

hallow yew
#

how can i dmg tank when im barbarian, some oponents have so much ac that i have to roll +18 to do anything

tender lance
#

Sorry for asking a question I'm sure has been asked a thousand times, how do I find a group to start with? I've messaged 2 and had no reply. I am a new player and looking to get started.

main fulcrum
#

To be honest, keep looking

#

Finding a group is often the hardest part of playing D&D, so it may take you well more than 2 tries

timid locust
timid locust
tender lance
#

At this point I've messaged the only 2 groups that say they are excepting new/rooky players.

timid locust
#

Then keep on reaching out. Cast a wide net.

tender lance
#

I'll keep looking

timid locust
#

I think it's reasonable to say that for every 1 DM actively looking to start a campaign, there's about 200-300 players who are actively looking to join one.

tender lance
#

If I had a clue what I'm doing I'd start 1. I fear it would be a painful venture for all involved.

timid locust
#

Haha, it's certainly tougher to begin as a DM, but it's not impossible. It's how I started DnD, and how plenty of others did, too. But I understand the desire to take your first steps as a player.

tender lance
#

It's the desire to get going and a complete lack of patience

timid locust
#

Patience is something worth cultivating, especially in your search

hearty blaze
#

I also started dnd as a DM

cedar sluice
#

in the meantime, take the time to read through the character creation rules. and rules how to play. and combat rules.

tender lance
#

At my age cultivating patience isn't real likely. I'm an old dude and not easily taught new tricks when it comes to things like that.

cedar sluice
#

then make a post in the looking for DM, that way people who have games can contact you as well

hearty blaze
#

(Type /looking-for dm)

cedar sluice
#

but D&D isnt a drop-in drop-out kind of game. there's weekly or monthly scheduling. vetting of players. getting them up to speed on the setting and what's been going on in the game. there's times where sessions might be postponed for a month.

there's waiting for other players to do their thing.

wraith osprey
tender lance
#

Responded

upbeat helm
#

question about mage armor spell, it says it makes my base AC 13 + dex modifier, dose that means if i had +1 dex, would it be 14 or 15 because dex adds ac as well right?

edgy onyx
upbeat helm
#

thanks

loud pumice
#

hey

lost silo
#

howdy

#

let us know if you have questions

mild imp
#

I wanna start playing dnd but I I don’t have anyone to play with and I only know some of the basics

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.
peak timber
#

Could someone explain how spell casting works?

#

like what the slots mean

normal kindle
#

Can some one tell me how to buy v3cna and the mind flayer dnd not stranger things

dull kindle
# peak timber like what the slots mean

Think of spellcasting as a gun that can shoot many different types of ammo (spell slots), and once you run out you can't fire that kind of ammo anymore until you take a long rest

#

Cantrips are a special kind of ammo that's infinite

peak timber
heady carbon
#

Just wondering if its uncommen for a new player that just wants to use text to find a game

hearty blaze
#

Uncommon, but not unheard of

edgy onyx
#

Well oretty common as a question people ask, but in terms of finding a game where you could do that (besides a PBP / Play By Post -game) it's gonna be harder

The flow of dnd is really slowed down by text

And I've been to a game where only one person was using text while others used voice, and let me tell you that really didn't work out well (:

river comet
#

hey hey, just hopping on to wish everyone a wonderful day. cheers 🖖

left dagger
#

I would like to ask, would it be okay if I base a character on an already existing character of mine? (Still completely original, but they already have established lore so it would just be very based on them)

gleaming tangle
#

Prepared spells are what spells you can cast
Spell slots are how much you can cast any of them

maiden turret
#

per long rest which is 8 hours of sleep

hearty blaze
#

Unless you’re a warlock, then it’s short rests

maiden turret
#

it also changes depending on class, warlocks have the abilitt to- HEY YOU STOLE MY LINE

#

also some classes dont use prepared spells

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

i havent bought the book yet

hearty blaze
#

In 2014 though yes

maiden turret
#

to broke

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

does it include all classes?

hearty blaze
#

Except Artificer

peak timber
maiden turret
#

ofc ofc

#

it includes all base class and race right?

peak timber
#

so depending on how many spell slots is like

if u had 4 and used all of them you need to do long rest before you get all 4 slots back?

maiden turret
#

mhm

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

some feats and other skills or something allows you to use spells without slots

peak timber
#

it's hard to find a game so do you think its a good idea to start with dming?

maiden turret
#

or af least i think

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

i mean itll be more work

hearty blaze
#

It’s harder but if you’re willing to put in the work it’s not too bad

maiden turret
#

in my mind

peak timber
#

oh ok

hearty blaze
#

Just do a premade adventure

gleaming tangle
hearty blaze
#

There are classes in 2024 rules that don’t use prepared?

gleaming tangle
#

It's a good reason why people recommend playing martial classes for those starting out because spellcasting is a lot to take in

hearty blaze
#

That is true

#

It’s simpler

gleaming tangle
peak timber
#

ive watched a few videos on dming

hearty blaze
peak timber
#

I mean i do also run cc games(closed community) which is basically dnd but on like way simpler and ran on a actual video game(roblox...)

maiden turret
#

nooo warlocks need prepared spells noooo

#

wait reading they arent? maybe idk

gleaming tangle
#

Known casters, if memory serves

maiden turret
#

ok it seems like it didnt change

hearty escarp
#

Yup, they're still known casters, but the wording has been changed to "prepared spells" in all cases. Might be a bit confusing if you come from 2014.

maiden turret
#

eeughhh

#

but i think we get more evocations or at least earlier access to them

#

and shifting the pacts of to invocations means i could get the blade at level one

#

something i dont like is that you dont have as much creativity or combinations with the starting gear

#

is either a bunch of stuff that probably doesnt fit your character or gold

hearty escarp
#

With the gold you can then buy equipment, which is about as creative as can be dndLol

maiden turret
#

but tbh with 2014 rules i did get like four weapons

lost kayak
#

But why

maiden turret
#

whynot

hearty escarp
#

What stops you from buying said weapons with the gold?

maiden turret
#

child with weapons galore, handaxe hammer and two daggers

#

idk

lost kayak
#

Ideally you don't want to ever be changing weapons. Unless you absolutely can't reach the enemy as a melee.

hearty blaze
#

By my count the fighter starting gold alone is enough for 77 daggers

#

Assuming you buy nothing but daggers

maiden turret
#

holy crepes

hearty blaze
lost kayak
#

I mean I'm no expert but throwing weapons seem terrible.

hearty blaze
#

Though that’s the exception

maiden turret
#

i had the idea to use the handaxe as a wood processing axe and the light hammer as well, a hammer

hearty blaze
#

I’ve seen some people have decent success with it

maiden turret
#

weapons plus lore tools, and roleplay tools

hearty blaze
wind wadi
#

hihi

maiden turret
#

hellloooo

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

ayee newbie in arms

#

or at least in discoed

hearty blaze
#

How can we help ya

#

Or just here to say hello?

wind wadi
#

-# mb i got timed out, i have a bad habit of foul language

lost kayak
maiden turret
#

pffft lmao

#

to both of yall

wind wadi
#

i've made the most wonderful decision of making a homebrew
-# as a first time DM.

maiden turret
#

good luck

#

plus first time doesnt mean bad, just take time to learn

#

or spend time up at 2 in the morning reading the dm manual

lost kayak
#

I had tons of thoughts for making a campaign but I haven't been a DM yet.

maiden turret
#

i just love world building

lost kayak
#

I'll just write the story and throw it to a DM to populate xD

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

or thinking about ways geography and sociology impact eachother

hearty blaze
maiden turret
#

same here

wind wadi