#dnd-newcomers

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maiden turret
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dont burnout yourself mate

wind wadi
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yall are so friendly i love it

maiden turret
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thats where ideas come from, caffine induced hystaria

wind wadi
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majority of my other servers are hostile

maiden turret
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or autism, also YEAH WE DND WE FRIENDLY

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how would people learn and grow if we mean

lost kayak
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One idea I had was for a campaign where the party starts off dead in limbo and part of their journey is their characters coming to terms with their chosen 'vice' at the beginning.

wind wadi
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i feel like i'm in the most warmest tavern with yellow filtered lamp lights and the atmosphere is so wonderful that you just forget time

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maybe also cause the tavern has no windows but ehh

hearty blaze
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It’s an odd tavern to have a talking Nugget

maiden turret
wind wadi
maiden turret
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and when they come back have like faint memories of the time alive, maybe because somethings keeping them dead

maiden turret
lost kayak
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Ohhhh when you lie down sleep and your pillows got teeth, that's a mimic.

maiden turret
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yeah

undone quartz
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hi guys, whats the best way to find a game of dnd to join from home?

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mild flint
undone quartz
mild flint
# undone quartz online

Icic well what kind of game are you looking for?

Oneshots where you just play a character for a session and swap for a different one in the future or continuous games like a campaign etc.

undone quartz
mild flint
undone quartz
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I tried but im not allowed to chat there!

mild flint
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Each of the posts on there are threads and you have to chat inside of those

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There should be some instructions on #find-a-game for how to use it which should answer any questions

undone quartz
rancid cosmos
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hi guys , im not sure how character creation works i wanna make my character can someone help please?

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timid locust
brisk talon
upbeat helm
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how good is 25 AC on level 8 sorcerer no armor?

dull kindle
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Way too good

upbeat helm
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nice

dull kindle
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How are you hitting 25 AC without armor

upbeat helm
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mage armor

dull kindle
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Isn't that 13 + dex modifier, is your dex off the charts

upbeat helm
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18 dex

edgy onyx
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That's +4 to Dex, so AC of 17

upbeat helm
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oop

dull kindle
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Yea where did 25 come from, magical items?

upbeat helm
upbeat helm
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i got war caster so i chose +1 shield

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i need help to see if im breakin any rules with this

edgy onyx
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That puts it to 20

upbeat helm
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( i got lucky on the stat roll

dull kindle
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You shouldn't have shield proficiency, you can't cast spells while wearing a shield

upbeat helm
upbeat helm
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"Draconic Resilience
The magic in your body manifests physical traits of your draconic gift. Your Hit Point maximum increases by 3, and it increases by 1 whenever you gain another Sorcerer level.

Parts of you are also covered by dragon-like scales. While you aren’t wearing armor, your base Armor Class equals 10 plus your Dexterity and Charisma modifiers."

dull kindle
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That doesn't give shield proficiency

upbeat helm
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i got +5 cha

edgy onyx
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You can't stack this with Mage Armor

dull kindle
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Also that

edgy onyx
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You only benefit from one AC calculation at a time, so either Mage Armor OR Draconic Resilience, not both

upbeat helm
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ah i see

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still got 22 ac lol

dull kindle
upbeat helm
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i dont see anything that would prevent me from useing spells?

edgy onyx
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Shield is armor. Using armor you're not proficient with stops you from casting spells

dull kindle
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Armor Proficiency:

... If you wear armor that you lack proficiency with, you have disadvantage on any ability check, saving throw, or Attack roll that involves Strength or Dexterity, and you can’t cast Spells.

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Shield counts as armor in this context

upbeat helm
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i see

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how do i get shield prof?

dull kindle
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Multiclassing

upbeat helm
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into?

dull kindle
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Anything that gives shield proficiency, Paladin is a common one, or Hexblade Warlock

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Alternatively get the Lightly Armored Feat + Moderately Armored feat

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But that's like 8 levels so just multiclass into Paladin or something

edgy onyx
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Multiclassing starts to get a bit off the newcomer topic

upbeat helm
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i could sac my dex and cha for a feat tho, +1 to each isnt much

dull kindle
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You need light armor proficiency to grab Moderately Armored

upbeat helm
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ima move over there now

ember magnet
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Hello

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

brisk talon
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Welcome welcome!!!

hot dawn
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if im a DM, do i just make stuff up and see what players do

harsh fjord
timid locust
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It's usually recommended, for a new DM, to run a prewritten adventure, so that you get a good feel of what kinds of problems and challenges to present your players. That way, you're not literally making everything up on the spot.

ocean axle
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is there a dnd server whit just voice chat and a campane where i can make a character easally

harsh fjord
ocean axle
jaunty temple
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hi do's anyone know the fool's gold sands DND podcast

plucky ridge
jaunty temple
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ok thank you

lusty jungle
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Could someone please explain D&D? I'm very new to it and not a native English speaker unfortunately!🙏

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ornate kiln
lusty jungle
ornate kiln
cedar sluice
ornate kiln
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They do, yes

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5 ft is equivalent to 1.5 m here

cedar sluice
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1.52 m. things would have been so much cleaner for conversion if sqares were originally 1 yard each. or even 2 yards would have worked.

lilac ice
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Hi guys I'm new to dnd and my friend played a "test game" with me and my second friend where he was gm and we played for a bit but I have a question about something

ornate kiln
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I meant that the game uses them as equivalents

timid locust
lilac ice
# timid locust Ask away.

So I rolled a natural 20 and got out of a "bad situation" but then my friend rolled a 6 and somehow also managed to get out of it? My DM friend said natural 20 is "best solution in that situation" so how did a 6 get out of a natural 20?

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I basically deflected my problem to him with my natural 20

timid locust
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When you roll a check to see if you succeed something, you're comparing your roll to a secret number the DM has called a Difficult Class (DC).

No matter how good your roll is, as long as the number is higher than the DC, you succeed.

If the DC is 5, for example, both a roll of 20 and a roll of 6 have the same outcome.

cedar sluice
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the DC may have been 5. or the DM fudged it. or story wise, maybe your friend's PC saw what you did and that lowered the DC.

lilac ice
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I'm not exactly sure cuz my friend didn't exactly explain that much 😅 I can tell the scenario that happened if y'all want

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It really confused both of us

timid locust
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Ultimately it's your DM that decides what the success conditions are. We can't really explain why they did what they did

lilac ice
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Ah- yeah that does explain it...

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Knowing what my friend is like 💀

timid locust
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In one campaign table, a DC to make an acrobatic leap to across a pit might be a different number than at another campaign table.

steep veldt
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is there a bot commands channel so I can submit a l4g post? I can't find it

timid locust
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You can post those commands in any channel that you can type in.

lilac ice
steep veldt
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oh- fair enough

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alright then!

cedar sluice
steep veldt
cedar sluice
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gotcha

steep veldt
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ty for the help still!

cedar sluice
# lilac ice Ooooh I see ty

see, the rules and pre-written adventure are more of a guideline than an exact set of directions and instructions. they aren't structured so rigidly like a video game. it makes games like Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights even more amazing considering they had to pre-account for all sorts of different possibilities.

lilac ice
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We just assumed it's cause the DM gets the final say but I wanted to make sure to know for the future

cedar sluice
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yep. i've made adventures completely on the fly.

lilac ice
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As bad of a dm as my friend is I got dragged into the game so I want to know more for the future 😅

timid locust
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Hard to say what their exact logic was. It could be as simple as "I don't really want to make this scene more complicated, so the situation resolves without issue."

unkempt mortar
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Can i use my character that pre-made on other D&D community?

timid locust
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Only your DM can answer that for sure, but you usually start a new campaign with a fresh character. You don't get to keep your levels, items, etc, if you try to play the same character.

unkempt mortar
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That character is fresh

cedar sluice
# unkempt mortar Can i use my character that pre-made on other D&D community?

yes and no. likely you'll need to make a copy to modify so it will fit with whatever game you will be playing in. the DM of that game will be able to help guide you. on the upside, that means your original character that you made stays as is and safe. you're just playing a variant. sometimes people get really really upset when their OC is hurt or dies or is changed.

unkempt mortar
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Like i didnt upgrade him or made changes on other community

lilac ice
harsh fjord
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You can likely play the same concept (personality, species, class), but they would be separate from the previous version.

timid locust
unkempt mortar
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I think only stats should be changed to my character

lilac ice
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Ty!

unkempt mortar
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But still ty for answer.

cedar sluice
# unkempt mortar I think only stats should be changed to my character

your character's history or backstory might need to be changed. like if you are part of some thieves guild, and in the game that thieves guild doesn't exist, you'd need to change it to fit. also, you could potentially find yourself with skills and abilities that aren't suited to the adventure. like if your character is entirely ocean themed but the story takes place in a desert, you won't feel very useful.

unkempt mortar
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oh ok

wild onyx
# unkempt mortar oh ok

But generic terms can work. Any town worth the name has some kind of gang or other organised crime outfit going on. Even saying your character fell in with a bad crowd and did crime can be enough and then you finesse the setting specific details with your DM.

cedar sluice
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yeah. and sometimes you just need to change the name of something for it to work.

green escarp
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can someone please help me with my DnD character?

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I made a character sheet but it looks extremely empty

harsh fjord
cedar sluice
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let them know if its by hand or on dndbeyond

timid locust
green escarp
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is that one not good?

cedar sluice
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i just meant that if its by hand there's a different kind of help they can give. like you don't have menus to click on if its by hand.

green escarp
cedar sluice
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it lets you know what you can put in where. much of the character sheet on dndbeyond should fill itself out as you go through the steps

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you can go back and edit your character too.

green escarp
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my character on WEAPON ATTACKS & CANTRIPS
it just has...Unarmared Strike

cedar sluice
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oh. if you go to your inventory, there is a little square next to your weapons.

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click the tiny box and it should turn red.

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then go back and check. what that little red box means is that you are not just carrying the weapon, you have it equipped and ready to use

green escarp
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my defense is empty

harsh fjord
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If you made it on D&D Beyond, you can share the link (assuming you set the sheet to public) and folks can provide feedback all in one go instead of the back-and-forth!

green escarp
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and going to lv 2 did nothing...

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nothing changed

cedar sluice
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i dont use dndbeyond, so let me take a look

timid locust
green escarp
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yeah

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barbarian

timid locust
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Barbarian doesn't get any choices as it levels to level 2, so it probably just populated the information for you in the Features tab.

oblique tree
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If anyone could do me a favor and answer this Little question I have. So basically I'm in a campaign with some friends and DM or GM says that our character might die. I was curious if I or someone else does die, what happened to that character? Or they forever gone? Do I delete the character sheet?

cedar sluice
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did you select anything from the class page that had a blue exclamation point?

lethal patrol
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There are a ton of spells that can aid in restoring and reviving. Generally they come at a cost (diamonds or other components) but you can come back.

cedar sluice
timid locust
oblique tree
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Ok thank you the 3 of you for answering it's much appreciated

lethal patrol
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Of course!

cedar sluice
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for example, i'm currently using a character that died in a different campaign. or rather, not the exact same character, just reusing the stats and everything.

oblique tree
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That sounds pretty cool!

cedar sluice
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likely you wont be able to make the exact character, but you can base a new one on the old one. change the backstory, adjust things here and there

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make the old character new into the new adventure.

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like WAY back when, even in the same campaign players would die so often that sometimes they would take their character that just died, cross out the name, and write a new name to get back in. that's how we ended up with weird unoriginal character names in the D&D books like "Melf" who was a male elf, hence the name.

gritty leaf
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hi all

cedar sluice
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hi

gritty leaf
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hows it goin ?

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gritty leaf
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where on gods green earth can i find a game ? looking to find my first game ever

wild onyx
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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.

gritty leaf
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ah right on cool, thanks

amber sedge
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Hi I'm new here

wild onyx
amber sedge
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Yes please, how do I play

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wild onyx
# amber sedge Yes please, how do I play

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!

amber sedge
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Ok thank you

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Ok I think I can work with this, this will do

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I already made a character in dnd beyond digitally

full pumice
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Hi I am new here I have made one character sheet before

wild onyx
low owl
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Someone should play as dm. All of us new players will play one shot or campaign to get more experienced

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It's like a tutorial game in Iron Order 1919

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Except no dm. Just players and more ai

deft sigil
zenith idol
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hey, trying to make a character but the sections are confusing, like the combat. also in not sure what weapons i’m allowed to use and how high or low i can put my characteristics. is there a video or anything that can help with this?

harsh fjord
low owl
wild onyx
low owl
lime tulip
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Hello

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What's up

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I would like to join to a game but i am totally new to this

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safe blade
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When it comes to gaming sets, I feel there's a bit of a gap between, dice, a deck of cards and a whole box of dragonchess to carry around
My table wont care about item weight, but it seems silly that all gaming sets are weightless when the dragonchess set in particular can't be pocket sized, right?

sleek condor
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Im reading through a starter I just bought. What are the rules for the xp in a fight? It shows nothing about it

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Or you just don’t level up in these campaigns?

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It’s the heroes of the borderlands btw

ripe delta
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Are you using xp or milestone?

sleek condor
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im not sure at all im new

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im just reading through but i havent read anything about xp as of now

ripe delta
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But if xp you have to look at the stat block and it should say how much xp the enemy gives

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But also milestone is the level up system where the dm chooses when the party levels up

sleek condor
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im currently reading that bandit card and it also shows nothing about xp

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i would find info about that in the guide for the game as a whole or in the campaign book?

arctic acorn
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All you need to know is that milestone has your DM decide when you level up. XP has you level up when you beat said enemy. Each enemy produces a certain amount of XP.

sleek condor
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do i choose the xp gained?

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milestone i chose when to level up

arctic acorn
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Unless you're making your own custom enemies, which I don't recommend for a newbie, the answer is no.

sleek condor
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so do i just chose as a dm when do they level up

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also this guide shows nothing about level ups

arctic acorn
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For milestone, yes.

sleek condor
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perhaps its meant to be played the same thje whole time

arctic acorn
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No. You either use one or the other.

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If you use milestone you don't need to ever worry about XP.

sleek condor
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am i supposed to look elsewhere for those rules since theyre not mentioned in the booklets in the starter campaign?

arctic acorn
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Because you're the boss.

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What else do you need clarification on?

ripe delta
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There should be a list of when to level up the party in the book when using milestone

sleek condor
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its just that im reading and nowhere does it mention anything about leveling up at all

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im going to re read if i have anymore questions ill be back, thanks bro!

sleek condor
harsh fjord
main fulcrum
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If it's the new starter set, I'm fairly certain the different quest sections/book should mention leveling somewhere

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I was running that over the holidays and I think I remember seeing it, though I just told my players to level when I wanted anyway

sleek condor
sleek condor
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Im reading the play guide reference booklet

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it does show me getting rewards such as gold

harsh fjord
sleek condor
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OMGGGG

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THANKS

sleek condor
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thanks everyone too !

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i do think they should atleast mention that somewhere in the guide lol

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when it comes to stats i dont have to show that to the players right?

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enemy stats that is

harsh fjord
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Nope.

jaunty temple
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who are you Nopeing?

echo kelp
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They were not nopeing anyone, just agreeing that the DM does not (normally) show the monster statblock to the players

tender fulcrum
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Hello! I'm new and have never played dnd before but always wanted to! Just unsure where to start... any advice? New friends are always welcome ♡

echo kelp
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I'd suggest focusing on the first two chapters of the free basic rules as they cover the core game mechanics and flow of the game and the 2nd chapter covers how to build a character step by step.

tender fulcrum
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Omg thank you so much

remote portal
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Hey! I am completely new to RPG, but always wanted to play DnD. Advice and help are always welcome!

echo kelp
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Well scrolling back up... #dnd-newcomers message
This is my useful advice to help get you started - and as always, feel free to ask questions as you're learning

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tame cave
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Hello my fellow travelers

chrome condor
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NGL its so weird reading everyone talk abt some complicated thinga,i was taught to be a 'support' cleric and i rll do almost no math or shi like i was in 3 games that ended at out of nowhere and i mean ik how to play and stuff but bonuses etc eat my mind clean, lowkey should just stick to my healing and shielding spells and sit quietly during fights LOL

chrome condor
tame cave
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How are thou

chrome condor
tame cave
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yes a exquisite term for you

chrome condor
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Ohhh

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Fancy

tame cave
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thankyou my good sir

spice delta
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Hello new people

chrome condor
# tame cave How are thou

Im very good just sleepy cuz its 5 in the morning and im readingwhat else to put in my character chart! What about you how are you feeling what are ya doing

chrome condor
tame cave
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I am marvelous just creating a bard sheet right now

chrome condor
tame cave
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we must forge a bard clan

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I play the lute

chrome condor
tame cave
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ah yes the good ol watercups

chrome condor
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I loved to play them when i was a child lol

tame walrus
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Hai

patent cipher
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Play the Thelarr/Songhorn c:
it's a recorder

chrome condor
tame cave
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lets hit the taverns and play music for people ill distract while you pickpocket

chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
patent cipher
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Fairly common practice, some dude like 60+ years ago pushed for it to be made a standard part of schooling because it really does help with learning to use your hands for fiddly things like that

chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
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My asthma wont let me😭🥹

patent cipher
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My brother used to have real bad asthma cute_flop
it's not fun

chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
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Na i just made someone in our party carry my character's bum like a pricess

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He was getting princess treatment frfr

patent cipher
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My druid/lock has her familiar to act as her trusty steed c:

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she's small so she can ride the deer or goat familiar without too much trouble nod_purble

chrome condor
patent cipher
chrome condor
patent cipher
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Vulture is also technically a ridable option but its 7 strength score makes that not really workable

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the special saddle you need for flying mounts is like 40 lbs, so you're left with 65lbs capacity for your character and all their gear

chrome condor
chrome condor
patent cipher
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also a flying mount is a much bigger target and is way more of a cheese than a standard mount

patent cipher
chrome condor
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Especially with a dm i had he gave me more spell slots or less spell slots and made me roll for everything so srs all i did was rp and heal/shield my allies during fights..

patent cipher
chrome condor
hearty blaze
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Anything specifically we can help you with?

patent cipher
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100% feel free to ask questions on anything you don't get though nod_purble

chrome condor
hearty blaze
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Proficiency?

chrome condor
hearty blaze
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Yup, common question

spice delta
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I mess playing D&d

chrome condor
spice delta
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Miss

chrome condor
spice delta
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I might

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I do not know how to make a character

chrome condor
patent cipher
# chrome condor Tbh, idk im having a hard time counting all my bonuses etc, like how the hell do...

so your Proficiency bonus gets added to anything you are proficient in

  • Rolls for skills you are proficcient/skilled in
  • The attack rolls for weapons you're trained to use
  • The attack rolls and DC for your Spells
  • Saving Throws for the ones your class give you proficiency for
  • Certain class features and feats may give you a certain number of uses of the feature based on your PB as well

https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/playing-the-game#Proficiency

chrome condor
chrome condor
zenith idol
low owl
# zenith idol class is rogue, species is elf x

We have the same class and species nice. If you like using spells. Get a Arcane Trickster as your subclass but if you only have a thief as your subclass. That's ok. You can get Sage as your background to get extra cantrips and 1st level spells because of Magic Initiate

zenith idol
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oh great! thanks

low owl
low owl
zenith idol
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should i like start with making a character or should i focus on learning other stuff beforehand? i’ve watched like a video that covered most bases but im not sure what thing to do is the best to start

low owl
ionic jackal
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If anyone has time I'm new to d&d and would like to get some help filling out the rest of my character sheet I have no idea really what I need to fill out if anyone has time to help.

wild onyx
ionic jackal
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yes

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i really just need help doing my attacks and spell casting

wild onyx
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You've picked your starting equipment and spells, right?

ionic jackal
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i have a dagger and a long sword

wild onyx
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Ok, what are your character's Strength and Dexterity scores?

Actually, one thing before that - are you using D&D Beyond or filling a sheet in by hand?

ionic jackal
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by hand

wild onyx
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Alright, let's have those scores.

ionic jackal
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kk my dex is 16 +3 and strenth is 13+1

wild onyx
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What class are you playing?

hearty blaze
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Longsword doesn’t use Dex, so that might be a tad weird to play around.

ionic jackal
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bard collage of swords also doing homebrew

zenith idol
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can you choose whatever weapons u want like regardless of class

ionic jackal
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my dm said ill be starting at a lvl 3

wild onyx
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Ok, so:

A bard is proficient with simple weapons. A dagger counts, so your attack bonus is +5: 3 from Dexterity (because it has the finesse property) and 2 from your proficiency bonus.

A longsword is a martial weapon. Using that you'd only get +1 from your Strength.

ionic jackal
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would it help to share my file

low owl
wild onyx
low owl
zenith idol
ionic jackal
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@wild onyx would it be ok if i direct message you my pdf character

hearty blaze
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Each class have different weapons they are proficient in using. Nothing on species, unless maybe you’re playing 2014 then kinda?

wild onyx
wild onyx
wild onyx
low owl
wild onyx
ionic jackal
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sorry had to do some ok so if so what do i need to change any numbers

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curently my longsword is +5 1d8+3

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this is all very new to me i had someone help me majority of the way as you can tell i have no idea what im doing sorry for the stress

hearty blaze
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If this was that stressful they wouldn’t be going to the channel that teaches newcomers

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Though, I am curious how you’re getting +5. What ruleset, level and species are you if you know?

ionic jackal
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im lvl 3 species is the Dragonborn-Gem-Topaz bard background Golgari Agent

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and i did a longsword because i chose the collage of swords for bard

wild onyx
# ionic jackal and i did a longsword because i chose the collage of swords for bard

So, attack bonus.

The default for a melee attack is to add your Strength bonus.

If the weapon has the finesse property, you can use Dexterity instead.

If you have proficiency in a weapon or type (simple or martial) you can add your proficiency bonus when that applies. At third level, that's +2.

What weapon proficiencies does your character have?

ionic jackal
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im unclear as to what that is

wild onyx
nocturne light
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Hello everyone, you can call me Kees. I am very new to dnd and I would love to play the game! I read a lot of pages on dnd beyond and watched a lot of videos but I don't know how to and what kind of character to create. I also have some issues with stats and the proficiency bonus. Can someone help me with my character and what class and race fits me?

low owl
hearty blaze
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Also for stats

wild onyx
hearty blaze
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

low owl
hearty blaze
hearty blaze
ionic jackal
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it would really help if i could talk im more of a verbal and visual learner. no offense thank you all for the help so far but i might have to wait for my dm to help im really confused.

nocturne light
hearty blaze
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More simple? Let’s rule out casters mostly then

low owl
nocturne light
hearty blaze
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You wanna use weapons? Or fists/unarmed strikes?

nocturne light
hearty blaze
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So no monk

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You want some magic or no magic, or undecided?

nocturne light
hearty blaze
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OPE
Ranger!

nocturne light
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A staff also seems cool

low owl
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He can play as Druid Ranger m

hearty blaze
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Rangers are simpler than Druids imo, but yeah either fit very well

nocturne light
hearty blaze
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Druids are full casters that focus on becoming one with nature and bending it to their will, while rangers are martial half casters that gain their magic from adapting to nature.

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Druids also can turn to animals

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While rangers are less magical but have subclasses that give them pets that assist you in combat

nocturne light
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They both sound very interesting! This is going to be a pretty hard choice

low owl
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He can play a Ranger then pick a subclass or background that's related to him liking animals

hearty blaze
nocturne light
hearty blaze
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Well, Druids can’t really use weapons all too well, but Druids use both magic and weapons

low owl
hearty blaze
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I don’t recommend multiclassing for a newbie

dull kindle
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Druids can beat people up with sticks

hearty blaze
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True

wild onyx
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Think I'd lean towards Ranger.

hearty blaze
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Same

nocturne light
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Lol that sounds funny

hearty blaze
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Well, rangers can also beat people up with sticks

low owl
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He likes range weapons. He leans more toward Ranger and you said he can get a pet in Ranger class so

hearty blaze
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Yupadoodle

nocturne light
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I think I'll choose a ranger

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But now the race

hearty blaze
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Are you playing online the 2024 or 2014 ruleset

nocturne light
wild onyx
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Wood elf is a classic pick.

low owl
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Elf loves animals so

hearty blaze
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Any class fits any species in this except for goblins and rogues/monks, but yeah elves are the classic

wild onyx
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(Let's try to keep it to Basic Rules)

hearty blaze
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Agreed

dull kindle
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"In menzoberranzan animals are skewered with love."

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-- A drow, probably

nocturne light
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Thank you all! What kind of stats should a ranger elf have?

wild onyx
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?tag new ranger

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classRanger Ranger

Weave together martial prowess, nature magic, and survival skills
Far from bustling cities, amid the trees of trackless forests and across wide plains, Rangers keep their unending watch in the wilderness. Rangers learn to track their quarry as a predator does, moving stealthily through the wilds and hiding themselves in brush and rubble.

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

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

hearty blaze
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High Dex and wisdom, decent con

nocturne light
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Thank you!

dull kindle
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Personally I suggest 8 str, 15 dex, 14 con, 12 int, 13 wis, 10 cha

hearty blaze
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Swapping con and Wis is also fine

wild onyx
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Dex and Wis 14 or better, Con no less than 10, anything else for anything else.

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If we're doing personal takes.

hearty blaze
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I’d say con no less than 12 personally, I generally dislike dying (dying is suboptimal folks!)

dull kindle
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Even 12 con feels bad personally, go big with 14 con

nocturne light
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I am very confused at what to do now lol

dull kindle
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And despite appearances I think you can survive with 12-13 wis

dull kindle
nocturne light
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Thank you!

signal finch
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is drow + devil sight (warlock) redundant?

dull kindle
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No

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Darkvision does not ignore magical darkness

wild onyx
low owl
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Just pick the background that gives you wisdom to compensate for the loss of pts in stats

signal finch
dull kindle
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No cuz darkvision is kind of just a perk, you don't run a class around one single trait necessarily

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There's plenty of redeeming features on the Drow otherwise

wild onyx
vapid cipher
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Hi! I’m a new player, it’s nice to meet you all

hearty blaze
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Hi a new player, I’m Nugget!

low owl
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Hi a new player. I’m your dad.

vapid cipher
vapid cipher
hearty blaze
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Welcome to da server!

vapid cipher
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Thanks! You give the vibe of an extremly experienced player

hearty blaze
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Only 2 years, so not extremely

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And didn’t play too much between those two, they were relatively spread out

vapid cipher
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That makes sense. Is getting started difficult?

hearty blaze
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Are you decent at reading?

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(Like retaining info from reading)

low owl
vapid cipher
vapid cipher
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Nothing extraordinary

hearty blaze
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Then you should be fine. Hardest part would be finding a group

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You got any friends that play or are interested?

vapid cipher
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Had some in college but never got invited to a game and since I moved home I effectively have no one that cares much for dnd

hearty blaze
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Got a local game store nearby?

vapid cipher
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Haven’t got a clue. Being honest I haven’t looked yet, this is kind of my first reach out to any dnd community

hearty blaze
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I’d recommend checking, cuz else you may only be able to play online unless you can find a physical table

vapid cipher
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I was kind of expecting to play online, but as nerve wracking at it is, should totally get some In person experience

hearty blaze
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Anywho, have you started in the rules?

vapid cipher
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In understanding the rules?

hearty blaze
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Yes

vapid cipher
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I understand some basic help with the help of balders gate but that does a lot of the work for you, so any deeper rules would probably have to be explained to me in some way.

hearty blaze
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Baldurs gate is a lil different

vapid cipher
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I imagined so, didnt think it was something I could just rely on for my own knowledge

hearty blaze
vapid cipher
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Kay, will do rn since I’ve got free time

strange leaf
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Hey so i have no idea how to play DND we are a group of 5 please get me started

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lime turret
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@strange leaf Basic info is above.

mild flint
strange leaf
strange leaf
lime turret
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There’s plenty of resources on YouTube about how to DM.

mild flint
strange leaf
strange leaf
mild flint
strange leaf
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Like can i get those as a beginner?

mild flint
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Yup ofc, it just depends on how much youre wanting to invest in it, you can play digitally or with physical maps/tokens

lime turret
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Having a grid is useful for combat, but it’s not necessary.

mild flint
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The cheapest way for entry play is just using a piece of paper with a hand drawn map

vital sail
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You don't need anything high quality to serve as physical markers. Even chess pieces can be used

strange leaf
strange leaf
mild flint
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But should be, I havent really used too much physical pieces and run mostly online

strange leaf
lime turret
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My dry erase mat was about £40.

strange leaf
lime turret
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That also works.

strange leaf
uncut ibex
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If you have a 3D printer already then try looking at a site like Hero Forge where you can create custom minis and then buy the STL for around $8. You’ll need to paint them (which is a whole hobby by itself) but you and any other players can all have unique minis for not a lot. Hero Forge also does a subscription where each month they send you STL files for pre-designed minis, like a set of skeletons or five goblins, so you can build up a collection

light star
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Hello everyone im very new with dnd been doing alot of research and reading and I bought the dungeon and dragons starter set heros of the borderlands and had a couple of questions

harsh fjord
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Shoot!

magic spindle
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hi chat

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im kinda new to dnd and i heard about it from my friends so i wanna learn how to play with them

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harsh fjord
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For a start, check out #learn-to-play and the first two sections of the Basic Rules linked above!

magic spindle
wild onyx
light star
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@wild onyx the characters you choose in the starter set goes up to level 3 can you take the charter u leveled up and continue that character in other adventures?

wild onyx
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Sure can!

light star
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Sweet how do I do that by filling out the dnd sheet ?

rigid minnow
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hello everybody im a (in some way) new player to dnd and i need help learning how to play

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light star
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@harsh fjord so my question was I had recently purchased heros of the borderlands starter set and the characters me and wife chose goes to level 3 and was wondering if we can take the characters we choose and somehow level them up after 3 and bring them into other adventures

timid locust
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It's actually pretty unlikely that you'll be able to take a character from one campaign and continue their adventure in a different campaign run by a different DM.

harsh fjord
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What DOSH said. Unless you or your wife are running an adventure at higher levels. Basically, it's extremely rare (outside of Adventurers League) to just port characters from one game into another, unless the DM okays it.

light star
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Ahhh ok so these are just to show us how it works so when we do make a character we know what to

harsh fjord
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More or less! Knowing the process is more helpful (IMO) than having a character you bring everywhere because different tables have different parameters.

light star
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Oh wow so each adventure requires a different character? How many characters do most people create?

timid locust
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And that's not to say that the starter set is just a practice run or anything. It's a whole little adventure!

However, it's an adventure that's kind of meant to end when you're done with it.

harsh fjord
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Some people create characters for fun so they wind up with dozens. Some folks only do it as needed. And some just play different iterations of the same character (sort of an alternate universe version with none of the previous version's experience, items, etc.).

light star
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Wow ive learned more here than anywhere else lol

timid locust
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Longer form campaigns are where a character starts at a low level and go to much, much higher levels. Those tend to be a little more involved, and are where some of the more high impact character development opportunities come into play.

If your DM is interested in running a long campaign, they can segue a much smaller adventure like the starter set into a broader campaign, but that's something they'll have to decide themselves.

remote juniper
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Guys do you know what should I put in the Features & Traits catagory in the Dnd character sheet?
Where can I find that information in my Player handbook?

timid locust
harsh fjord
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Or species.

remote juniper
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... what is the different between that and the spell?

timid locust
harsh fjord
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Spells go elsewhere on the character sheet.

remote juniper
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Like my character is a dragonborn, he have breath weapon. So where should I put it?

harsh fjord
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I'd put it in the Features and Traits section!

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harsh fjord
rigid minnow
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oh ok thanks!

remote juniper
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Circle of the Land

The Circle of the Land is made up of mystics and sages who safeguard ancient knowledge and rites through a vast oral tradition. These druids meet within sacred circles of trees or standing stones to whisper primal secrets in Druidic. The circle’s wisest members preside as the chief priests of communities that hold to the Old Faith and serve as advisors to the rulers of those folk.

As a member of this circle, your magic is influenced by the land where you were initiated into the circle’s mysterious rites.

Does every Druid belong to this Circle? Is that what I understand?

harsh fjord
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Nope, there are multiple druid circles.

remote juniper
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Yes, there are Circle of the Moon too, but do I have to belong to one?

harsh fjord
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Mechanically you do, but whether you do narratively is something to work out with your DM.

timid locust
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That's what we call a "subclass". They're specializations for each class that makes them a little better at doing specific things.

By default, there's one free subclass for each class. If you end up purchasing any books, you'll unlock more subclasses depending on the book.

remote juniper
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So I can choose which Circle I belong to at lv2?

harsh fjord
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Yep.

timid locust
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Assuming you're using the outdated rules for your game, yes

harsh fjord
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Oh, right. I'm always in 2014. It's level 3 in 2024 rules.

remote juniper
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You have resistance to the damage type associated with your draconic ancestry.
So when it say I have resistance, that mean I am totally immune to it, or I will have advantage at saving throw against it?

timid locust
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Resistance to a damage type means that if you take damage, you reduce that damage by half.

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So if you're resistant to fire damage, for example, if you get hit with a Fireball and would normally take 31 points of fire damage, you take 15 points of fire damage instead.

rigid minnow
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can someone tell me where i can find the meanings of different stuff like dexterity?

timid locust
rigid minnow
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thanks

timid locust
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Notably, that's the second part in the "Playing The Game" section. I'd recommend looking through that whole section as you're reading the rules.

latent bridge
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Bro I'm so annoyed I bought the monster manual of amazon for £45 and there are dupes of pages, monsters missing, pages being printed wrongly as well

gaunt anvil
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oh thats wild, amazon has got good customer service so i would get it replaced

nocturne yarrow
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Heyy, me and my friends made a custom system in school where the amount of levels you have in one stat adds to your roll, like each 6 points is plus one to the roll, but now Im not sure how to implement the difference between weapons in combat

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Any ideas??

gaunt anvil
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so like

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Stats? the core stats of dnd ?

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because each stat has a modifier that adds to your relavant rolls, 14 Strenght is a plus 2 bonus, 16 is plus 3, ECT

nocturne yarrow
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I just dk how to implement weapons

gaunt anvil
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making a game from scrach is quite an undertaking, good luck

nocturne yarrow
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I think easiest way to do this is to give the weapon a damage range and the roll changes how much you attack

lavish kayak
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We cannot help you, as this is not DnD anymore.

harsh fjord
nocturne yarrow
sharp wasp
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Does anyone know where I can find these triple 4 dice (dodecahedron) with the golden Triforce symbol on them!

The main website I found they’re out of stock

echo kelp
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I don't - internet search is probably your best bet. You can also check with folks in #merch-and-dice but again, if the actual producer is out of stock, likely there's not a lot available out there for purchase regardless.

sharp wasp
hot dawn
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As a new (just came in and don't really know rules yet) DM
Do I need to help new players unlock class skills?

wild onyx
hearty blaze
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They unlock it when they level up so, you’re the one that effectively gives it to them

steep veldt
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quick question, is Ember a community or an engine for D&D?

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someone sent me a video explaining it but I'm not sure if it's a fan made community or if it's an actual engine players and DMs can use

harsh fjord
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If it's the thing from Foundry, it's a tabletop game itself.

steep veldt
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I'm used to programming so I usually call these types of stuffs engines like Unity Unreal etc-

harsh fjord
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My understanding—and so I could be wrong—is that you can play it using D&D's rules (so more of a setting and adventure) or as a game in its own right with its own rules/mechanics.

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The Foundry VTT Discord can probably give you might intel.

steep veldt
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like custom characters and custom enemies?

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or do they have limited options to make a character?

harsh fjord
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You'd have to do more investigating elsewhere. Check their Discord!

steep veldt
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fair enough... I'll check

void totem
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How difficult is it to manage two different campaigns as a player?

harsh fjord
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That'll probably vary too much to say definitively. I haven't had any trouble myself, but that doesn't mean everyone would have the same experience.

void totem
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As a new player, playing a somewhat complex character, it'd probably be pretty difficult right?

harsh fjord
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I imagine it'd be tough if you're still learning the game itself AND two different characters. Even if it's only one character.

void totem
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Yeah keeping track of everything might be tricky...

halcyon maple
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Hey

harsh fjord
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Welcome!

halcyon maple
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Glad to be here

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Brand new I am

harsh fjord
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Did you have any particular questions?

halcyon maple
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I mean not particular

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I have no idea what Im doing

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harsh fjord
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You can get some useful info in #learn-to-play and the rules linked above for starters.

zenith idol
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it’s not letting me send images as i’m not that high of a level but is anyone willing to check my character sheet if i can dm it and see if there is anything obviously wrong or needs adding/taking away?

wheat crystal
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What platform did you make it on?

zenith idol
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i made it on like media wizards but i’ve saved it as a file/image

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media wizards on safari*

wheat crystal
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Ah then you’ll need to upload the sheet to a trusted file sharing site like Google Drive and send the share link it generates

limpid gorge
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uh how can i play dnd

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meager aurora
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like the rules or do you want to get into a game

limpid gorge
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ye

echo kelp
limpid gorge
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rules

echo kelp
limpid gorge
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ok thx

echo kelp
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Feel free to ask questions as you review things and run into them.

civic portal
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Ive never played before but i have a charachter made for a campaign that never happend help a guy out

echo kelp
smoky slate
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Halo

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ashen glacier
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Hello new player made a sorcerer tie fling and looking to join and play a game

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Made a official character cause didn't know what to do forst

cosmic eagle
hazy harness
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So do I need to wait for a new campaign to start or am I able to jump right into an ongoing on?

cosmic eagle
finite quartz
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So when it comes to learning rules and such, and creating characters, would it be best to start with 2014 or 2024? I see both are still used, so I guess my question is what is more commonly used so I start with my best bet?

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Following up with that, when creating characters classes and races stay pretty standard. But I see a lot of different sub classes and backgrounds, which differ between versions as well. And when building a character in DnD beyond not everything is included in standard. And some things you need the player book to unlock unless you add it as custom. And then there's stuff like Tasha's cauldron 😅 sooo my question is, do most tables accept anything as long as it's in one of these books? Or are there certain things I should stick with unless I join a group that specifically says I can use x, y, z

meager trench
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most tables in my experience run 2014 still as 2024 is still recent and changes some core stuff that takes adapting to. It's up to your dm really, he will tell you what ruleset they are running, generally people pick up some rules from each version as they see fit or rule of cool applies. Tasha and Xanathar for example are add-ons, not every table accepts them, but in my experience if you have one or two things from there you really think you will find fun to have, you can always try convincing your dm, it's a dialogue really.

finite quartz
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Thank you!! I wanted to read through a player's handbook but couldn't figure out if I should start with 2014 or 2024

lost silo
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I highly suggest 2024 as the resources for 14 wil get harder and harder to come by, digitally or physical copies

next kernel
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Hello guys, I just joined around a month a go but this is the first time I actually send a message helloEttin

hearty blaze
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Glad to have ya talking here

next kernel
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I don't really know much about DnD but in the past 6 months I've been getting quite a few request from people to draw a character design for their DnD campaign, I didn't really bother to look it up at the time but now I'm more and more intrigue

coral notch
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The sessions I play in regularly basically says that we can create a character with anything as long as it's an official D&D sourcebook

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So I play a Druid character with a half-elf species which is from the 2014 character options

main fulcrum
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You might want to confirm if they have a ruleset preference

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Some people forget to specify if they assume one as the default

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But if they at least allow non-reprinted 2014 options, that should be possible

dull kindle
finite quartz
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Thank you everyone for the input! I have a physical copy of 2024 and decided to get a digital copy of 2014 so I can have both depending on the table and DMs preferences

wheat crystal
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For party composition or multiclassing?

hearty blaze
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Probably a martial

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Preferably smt with strength or wisdom

dull kindle
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A Fighter + Cleric

wheat crystal
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Yeah a martial class for variety, but you’d pretty much be fine with any class you’d be interested in, especially at a newbie table

dull kindle
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The standard team comp is warrior priest mage expert

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Bard falls under expert and Wizard under mage, so all you need now is a warrior and a priest

zenith idol
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is anyone willing to like go over my character sheet and just check if there’s anything obviously wrong or i have to add? im not sure if i’ve done it correctly lol

wheat crystal
zenith idol
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my image add button is grey and i can’t press it, do i have to be like a higher level to send images

wheat crystal
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You can upload the sheet to a trusted file sharing site like Google Drive and send the share link that generates.

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I believe you had said you made yours on PDF or equivalent earlier?

zenith idol
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ohh yeah ok i’ll do that!

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hold on a sec

remote juniper
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What do I put in CP, SP, EP, GP, PP at the left side of the equipment table in the character sheet?

wild onyx
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Those are for recording your wealth. If you have have any money after character creation, note it there.

remote juniper
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Do you know what each of those mean?

hearty escarp
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They stand for Copper, Silver, Electrum, Gold and Platinum

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Pieces*

remote juniper
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😮
interesting

hearty escarp
remote juniper
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I play Bg3 and thought the only currency is GP

hearty escarp
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BG3 is based on 5e, but it makes quite a few changes! It's a video game after all, so it has different priorities than a tabletop game.

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Then again, I have played in groups that only use gp as well, because it's easier to deal with.

light pivot
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Hey guys! I’m getting back into D&D. I played when I was younger, but it’s been years so I’m basically still really new. I don’t have access to a party anymore, so I was wondering if anyone knows of any live campaigns for beginners or any online games I could join?

hearty escarp
light pivot
dull kindle
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We call it Larianbrew personally, bg3 is like a dnd campaign with a lot of homebrewing (like mods in a video game)

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So a lot of stuff is streamlined and automated, when actual dnd campaigns are more grueling

tardy quail
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so im 'new' to dnd and have played 1 or 2 campaigns but i wanted to give DMing a shot. mainly because finding a dm can be a bit challenging for alot of dnd groups at least in my experience. Do you have any tips or something i should know before i dm? ive watched a few videos and im starting to understand it without trying to 'know everything'.

hearty blaze
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?newdm

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

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

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

Embrace the shared story.

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

It’s not a competition.

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

Be fair and flexible.

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

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
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I’d also do a premade module

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?tag ddb claim

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hearty blaze
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It can be a great way to get into DM’ing without having to craft an entire world. The ones above should be free

tardy quail
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ive already crafted a world and i had planned to dm for my friends and hopfully other groups in the future.
i actually had a blast making the towns and adding lore to it. but i might have to try a module out for sure

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might help me understand what i should or shouldnt pre write

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obviosly dont want 90 pages of lore on a building they may never enter lmao

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i tried to keep it short and sweet so i can improvise for most of it

clear garden
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Hey all, I made my first DND charecter, not participating in a campaign, just felt it was fianlly time. I think I did it right. If anyone would be able to give me advice I have it saved in a PDF format.. which I cant send on the server. Help would very much be apreciated!!

wheat crystal
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If you made it on PDF you can upload it to a trusted file sharing site like Google Drive and send the share link it generates

cedar sluice
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was hold back the dead still a free claim?

sweet lava
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howdy… im new to this whole dnd thing. i tried it once but stopped pretty quickly cause i was busy w other stuff… im going to start one fairly soon and was wondering if yall had some tips or stuff for me as a newcomer

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timid locust
harsh fjord
low owl
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Is the DnD Beyond Shop based in the US? I was hoping to get free items I added in the cart 👉 👈

echo kelp
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Digital items can be claimed anywhere but for the physical + digital bundles, you would need to use the wizards of the coast D&D store.

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You should be fine using D&DBeyond to claim free/claimable things.

low owl
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Let me check

zenith idol
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is that working?

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ok ignore the last two pages i havent filled them out

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just the first page

wild onyx
zenith idol
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okk thank u! now i need to figure out how to do my spell list...

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do i only need to fill out section 1 and cantrips on the spell list?

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or all of it

wild onyx
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A wizard starts with three cantrips, and six level one spells in their book.

dreamy viper
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can sorcerer cast summoning spells or no?

timid locust
dreamy viper
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ah okay,cause for my oc it requires summoning,but what class do i need so my oc can buff themselves with mechanical armor? im still trying to figure out how everything works lol

timid locust
dreamy viper
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ohhh okay okay ty

timid locust
woeful vector
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Do we have a botspam channel for bot commands?

spark bramble
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What’s meta casting?

timid locust
harsh fjord
harsh fjord
timid locust
spark bramble
ancient plank
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Its basically manipulating your spells

spark bramble
ancient plank
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Not really

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There are certain metamagic types

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Like increasing dameage or number of people targeted

timid locust
woeful vector
harsh fjord
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It's specifically for Avrae commands.

spark bramble
timid locust
woeful vector
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?books

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!books

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Nvm

echo kelp
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Some bot commands only work in certain channels or by moderators

wind river
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Hello folks, me and a group of friends are going to be playing our very first DnD game soon (all first time players and DM). Because of this we chose to go very basic, no multiclassing and the 'basic' species.
I've chosen to play a dual wield Ranger. Yes, i know and read about how its not a great class, but my character backstory fits it. I'm only not sure what sublass to eventually go. I'm considering either Gloom Stalker or Fey warden. I'd love some of your guys feedback (((i might be open to going Hunter))).

harsh fjord
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#character-discussion would be better! This channel is really for game fundamentals. Unless you have questions along those lines?

wind river
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Oh thanks, didnt see that one!

marble falcon
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Hey yall

narrow yarrow
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Hii

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

narrow yarrow
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Thanks for the welcome ^^

harsh fjord
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Feel free to ask any questions you have.

dusty bramble
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Hi guys, im very very new to dnd, i never played it but i wanna get to it SO MUCH! Can anyone tell me a way to start, and don't get discouraged? I know whole game is very complex, but is there a way, to start simple, without most of those complex things?

wheat crystal
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A read through the first two sections of the free Basic Rules would be a good start! They cover all the essentials and lay the foundation for how the game is played.

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They’re linked in #learn-to-play and in this channel’s pins. This channel is also has a lot of helpful people that can answer any questions you might have along the way

dusty bramble
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I dont wanna sound stupid, but chatGPT told me i dont even have to buy anything... Is this true? Well... Im just not really sure if im gonna get so much into it, and i want to try basics of D&D, so is this true? That i can start for absolutely free?

dusty bramble
wheat crystal
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I wouldn’t really try chatGPT for reliable answers but yes D&D can be played completely for free, and I suspect most of the player base hasn’t spent a dime or at least very little.

dusty bramble
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Okay, thank you very much :))

wheat crystal
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I recommend making a practice character as you go along, it’s great rules practice. The Basic Rules happen to be hosted on D&DBeyond, D&D’s official toolset/marketplace. Conveniently, it also has its own character creator with the Basic Rules integrated by default

dusty bramble
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So, is D&D beyond, like a free way to play D&D, online?

wheat crystal
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It’s one of the tools you can use to play D&D. Usually an online group will use a variety of tools to facilitate play. Typically:

  • A communications platform
  • A character sheet hoster
  • A die roller
  • A virtual table top (VTT)
    For a player all these are almost always free
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They aren’t always separate tools. For example D&DBeyond has its own character creator and die roller integrated already. It also has the VTT Maps, though your eventual table may use a different one

dusty bramble
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Okay, ill definitely start this way, thank you :))

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But, tbh, im more interested in real life playing with my friends, is this also possible for free?

wheat crystal
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Yeah that’s possible too. Unless you want to go fully physical media you’ll just use actual battlemaps (printed, drawn, etc) instead of using digital ones imported to a VTT

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Everything else can be put onto a computer or phones and set around the table

dusty bramble
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Okay, understood

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Soo, for example i can print/draw map, use digital dice and digital everything else, like stats, right?

limber hamlet
wheat crystal
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Yup!

dusty bramble
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Maybe some day, i will get myself some started kit

limber hamlet
wheat crystal
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I do recommend buying 1-2 dice sets if you’re planning on playing IRL though. It’s not a requirement but it is fun to roll math rocks

dusty bramble
harsh fjord
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The important thing (in my eyes) is that you can spend money to play D&D, but it's not strictly necessary!

dusty bramble
spring rock
steel carbon
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Anybody know if the 2024 ruleset has any ice spells for a cleric at lvl 1? Because a friend I have that wants to play DND would like to make an ice based healer cleric but I'm not sure when they would get access to ice-themed spells

main fulcrum
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I'm not sure clerics get any ice based spells at all

steel carbon
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Not even with tempest path? (I think that's what it's called?)

main fulcrum
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They'd probably be better off with a druid for that

steel carbon
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Ah okay ty

main fulcrum
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Tempest is mostly extra thunder or lightning spells iirc

pseudo pebble
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Yea I’m looking at my players hand book right now but I’m not seeing any ice spells

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For cleric

spring rock
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you might also be able to #homebrew that or take some Magic Initiate feats at some point for that, but yeah Druid seems like a better bet. They can also heal if that's the concern

main fulcrum
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Tempest is also a 2014 subclass if that makes a difference for you

steel carbon
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Alright Ty guys for the help

echo kelp
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No. Read the actual game rules and pick them yourself or even ask folks in #character-discussion - you'll get better and more accurate results

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(Also check server rules - we don't allow AI-generated content on our server)

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Web can be decent for area control

patent cipher
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also AI cannot differentiate between older editions, 5e 2014, 5e 2024, homebrew, other similar systems, and random people on the internet posting basically whatever they want on the topic that the bot happened to scrape up, and as such AI should not be relied on for rules questions or decisions

Ask your questions in the appropriate channel here to get more accurate information and to avoid being lied to while burning clean water and electricity on halucinations c:

steady plank
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Web is a CC support spell, so it varies depending on ur build. if ur build is a utility or support build in a party that have strong damage dealer, web is a very good spell. but if ur party is low on damage a more damage focused spell would be better

dapper gulch
patent cipher
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CC is good if you have a high DPR team nod_purble
lets you focus on one thing at a time or stick enemies in groups to hit with AoE c:

steady plank
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do check out all the options though, Hypnotic Pattern is a very good option if ur party has strong debuffer or divination wizard. and make sure u have all the other more important spells: counterspell, dispel magic, fly, (maybe) enemy abound, and bestow curse. there's many other but these are the ones i like

agile narwhal
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how do i go about finding a group to play with during certain times. im a player so do i make a post or something?

echo kelp
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Check the information and instructions in #find-a-game to learn how to use the Looking For Game channels here on the server.

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You can also check Rioll20 and Demiplane which have game finding services.

agile narwhal
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ive never heard of those

echo kelp
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Well now you have and internet search can show them to you 😉

agile narwhal
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k thx

echo kelp
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Also check your local game stores and book shops - some of them may have in person D&D groups

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Also local libraries as well.

steel carbon
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I'll pass it along

inner otter
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Hii new here. I have a question. Is there a way from stopping the other players from making a Paladin break their by doing stupid things?

harsh fjord
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Talk to them about their behavior as people at the table, not as characters.

steady plank
patent cipher
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table issues need to be solved at the table by talking with your players; not via in game restrictions or whatever
if you're a player, bring it up with the DM, it's their job to arbitrate things like this

inner otter
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So, the party walks into a pub and a party member starts a fight with someone and kills them and somehow I end up breaking my oath

harsh fjord
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Obviously we don't know the full context, but not every table is good for every player.

inner otter
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I guess it would depend on the DM?

patent cipher
# inner otter So, the party walks into a pub and a party member starts a fight with someone ...

not generally how that works; it requires the paladin themself do something against their oath with bad intentions

info is detailed in here: https://www.dndbeyond.com/sources/dnd/br-2024/character-classes#Level3PaladinSubclass

Breaking Your Oath

A Paladin tries to hold to the highest standards of conduct, but even the most dedicated are fallible. Sometimes a Paladin transgresses their oath.

A Paladin who has broken a vow typically seeks absolution, spending an all-night vigil as a sign of penitence or undertaking a fast. After a rite of forgiveness, the Paladin starts fresh.

If your Paladin unrepentantly violates their oath, talk to your DM. Your Paladin should probably take a more appropriate subclass or even abandon the class and adopt another one.

harsh fjord
steady plank
inner otter
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@patent cipher That is what I thought. That my character would have to do something out of character to break the oath

harsh fjord
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If you don't think you did anything to break your oath, talk to your DM. If they're acting adversarially instead of collaboratively, that's probably telling.

tame walrus
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Hai

inner otter
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Thank you

crimson dune
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Hello everyone. Just wanted to stop in. Im new to DnD. So just trying to learn and make some friends 👍😁

harsh fjord
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Welcome!

inner otter
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@crimson dune hiii

crimson dune
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How are all of you?

inner otter
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I'm doing awesome watching critical role before bed

crimson dune
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Nice! I watch a lot of dimension 20. But Im trying to watch critical role now.

steady plank
crimson dune
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Oh okay! I apologize

inner otter
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Sorry

rotund orchid
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Hello im new to dnd. Been thinking about finding a group to join their campaigns.

inner otter
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I am trying to get playing again, haven't played for sometime

exotic remnantBOT
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rotund orchid
inner otter
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@rotund orchid I need to role from scratch but yeah I think starting again will be awesome

inner otter
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Well I guess I have new di on the way.

pearl turtle
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been playing dnd for over 1 year best thing i ever got into

whole olive
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hi guyss

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i just joined

patent cipher
whole olive
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ik how to play, but idk how this server works

patent cipher
whole olive
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your profile pic is so cool btw

whole olive
patent cipher
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they don't actually host games, but they do have a place people can post open ones

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whole olive
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ooh okay thanksss

somber gull
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PBP campaigns don't seem that common are they

echo kelp
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Less common than actual voice or virtual tabletop games but I've seen PBP campaigns posted in our LFG channels regularly.

true shard
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theyre less common but i still wouldnt call them extremely rare

somber gull
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Im trying to get into those first before i try stuff with voice call. Its a little stressful for me

hearty escarp
somber gull
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Thanks

harsh fjord
somber gull
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Gotcha!

paper iron
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Hi, I'm looking for someone to teach how to play D&D. That's it. Dm me if you're willing to.

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inner otter
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I downloaded dnd beyond last night, but now not sure what to do lol

misty rapids
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hi just wondering do i need to make multiple characters or can i just make 1 character and stick to that 1 character for all my games

ornate kiln
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typically, you make one character per game, but you often can reuse the basic concept if you are attached to that char. just dont expect old adventures or magic items to carry over

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talk to your DM about this

ornate kiln
urban wadi
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@ornate kiln

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What sort of character you got

ornate kiln
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Uhh, like currently? I am playing in a bunch of games.

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my most recent one is is a human Light cleric. Ex-Convict who found Lathander in Prision and now wants make the world a better place mostly.

wild onyx
inner otter
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Thank you

inner otter
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lol that wasn't stressful at all....
I think I have a character now

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I saved her in beyond and also saved in order to print out later if needed.

wild onyx
# inner otter I saved her in beyond and also saved in order to print out later if needed.

Alright! You could share the sheet in #character-discussion if you want opinions, or plough straight into looking for a game if you prefer. Here's how:

  • 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.

grizzled raptor
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Hi guys and girls, i am very new to D&D, with a group of my friend we wanna dive into it (we are all new players).
One of my acquaintance told me, read the Player guide book and the DM guide book (im planning to be the DM)! The first seassion it is what it is bc its gonna be slow, we gonna check the rules many times, search for a specific rule etc etc...
Then make a homebrew campaign or search online for one. I told her some ppl recommend the Started Set to buy if we are beginners. She said its looks good and have cool stuff inside the set, and if i think its good buy it... but im not sure about it 😅

Idk where to start im watching guide videos, reading stuff online and more... but idk where to start.. can somebody "help me" somehow or where to go?
(sorry if my english is crap its not my first language)

wild onyx
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grizzled raptor
wild onyx
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@tawny tartan hey there! Are you looking to post a game you're running, or find one to play in?

tawny tartan
pearl turtle
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im looking for a game i can join as player been playing dnd for a year now

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

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wild onyx
# tawny tartan Post a game I'm running

Type

/looking

And it'll start offering suggestions. Pick the one for looking for players and hit Enter. It'll come up with a form to fill out with the details.

It might be worth doing it once to see the fields, then getting your details in a doc you can copy and paste from - I find it likes to time out when doing it on mobile.

plucky ridge
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You can create a post by typing /looking-for players in any channel and then filling out the fields. You can include a link to your server in the post.

tawny tartan
hearty blaze
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What’s that link?

zenith idol
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sorry that should work it’s my

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spell list but

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i can’t send images so wait lemme get another link

hearty blaze
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It’s fine it’s just that you should tell us what the link is

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Before you send it or immediately after

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(Server rules)

zenith idol
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yeah i forgot there was slowmode lol

wheat crystal
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It seems you’re missing a few Wizard spells, though would it be possible for you upload the PDF to a file sharing site instead of a picture? It’d make it easier to look over your sheet

zenith idol
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ok! hold a sec

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okay so apart from character backstory what have i done wrong/needs adding or fixing

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oh wait

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i need to put it like more than 2 spells for l1 right..

wheat crystal
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A few questions:

  • How did you generate your stats?
  • Will you be playing the 2014 or 2024 version of the 5e ruleset?
zenith idol
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i generated my stats (assuming you mean wisdom, charisma, etc) with standard array, and 2024

void totem
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So if someone DMs me on Discord asking me to join their campaign, and then connects me with another guy who is supposedly the DM, and then that guy says a $150 commission is required to join the campaign, there's going to be 6 players, that we can do anything for characters and it's before doing a session 0, starting the campaign, or even MEETING the other players, it's like 150% chance a scam right?

wheat crystal
zenith idol
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okok

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tyy

wheat crystal
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And then for spells as per the Basic Rules you start with 3 Wizard Cantrips and 6 level 1 Wizard spells, 4 of which you need to mark as prepared

zenith idol
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bc ive taken off the +1 cha for moon elf

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i think i fixed it

wheat crystal
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You’d also need to take off the +2 Intelligence that the base elf species gives you

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Also did you mean Astral Elf? Moon Elf isn’t an official playable option

main fulcrum
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SCAG does list Moon Elf as a sorta thematic variant of High Elf, iirc

wheat crystal
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Ah I see that’s why it wasn’t coming up for me

zenith idol
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yeah sorry i meant like high elf but it said u can class urself as like a high moon or sun elf idrk

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i meant high elf

zenith idol
wheat crystal
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Yeah you could

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Ultimately if it’s you’re choosing the same bonuses as your species would give you it technically doesn’t require any change, it’s just a check to make sure there’s no “double-dipping” stat boosts from using a 2014 species with a 2024 background

zenith idol
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ok tyy i’m gonna head to bed and work more on this in the morning but this rlly helped gng!

wheat crystal
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No problem happy to help!

blazing parcel
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Yo im trying to start playing DND with anyone want to start a campaign with me right now

exotic remnantBOT
#
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lost silo
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Follow the easy steps in the bot to find a group or players

iron tusk
#

Just a quick question- what do people generally charge for paid games (just on average)? Also, do they charge once or per session?

rancid fractal
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It's supposed to be covering the costs of a professional experience. & it's typically recurring

iron tusk
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But what is an average cost?

lost silo
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15-20 usd is normal

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It’s usually per session

main fulcrum
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15-20 per person per session, in my experience. But I don't know if that's really the average. I've definitely seen higher

lost silo
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I’ve seen higher but not often and usually those are big one shots or sessions that last HOURS

iron tusk
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Im assuming its usually one session a week? For the normal sessions I mean

magic torrent
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I pay 25 usd per session for my Tuesday night game

lost silo
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I’ve seen a little less but again very rare

main fulcrum
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Could be once a week, could be once a month, could just be one-offs

lost silo
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Exactly. In other words not much of an easy answer

main fulcrum
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The paid games I've run in the past were just one-offs for conventions

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But some people offer whole campaigns

iron tusk
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If I wanted to learn DMing, would it be beneficial to learn being a player first or is that just unnecessary. I’m not really sure what I wanna do yet

lost silo
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That depends on how learn best. Honestly

main fulcrum
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It's probably easier to DM after you've played, but it's definitely not required

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Plenty of people do start as the DM

iron tusk
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Alright, thanks for the help :)

near mica
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how many encounters should i plan for a oneshot that im aiming for 4 hours duration?

patent cipher
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depends on encounter size I'd imagine

near mica
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im trying to fit an introduction, 1 hopefully short combat encounter, a roleplay encounter about convincing a paladin to break his oath, and a small 6 room dungeon that has 1 combat encounter, 2 puzzles, and a final fight with multiple stages into one oneshot for relatively new players, im not sure if this is unreasonable or not

spare fiber
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ngl dnd might js be the best game to ever exist

patent cipher
wild onyx
near mica
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for the other 3 rooms of the dungeon, should i just add lore/worldbuilding items or should i add smaller encounters?

wild onyx
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Not all rooms have to be interesting.

near mica
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is it typical for dungeons to have empty rooms?

wild onyx
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Sure. The ceiling is too low or looks unstable, the air is foul, it's riddled with damp and mold, it's used as a midden, storage, animals currently absent, any reason.

near mica
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oh perfect

patent cipher
near mica
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that is not how ive been making dungeons lol

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i may have been over saturating them

wide flame
# near mica i may have been over saturating them

My take is that everything should have a purpose, even if its purpose isn't discretely about gameplay (specifically roll-play).

If there's a room in a dungeon, it has some purpose. It has to or else it wouldn't have been built. Even if it's just a storage closet, there's something in that room. Even if it's not "important," there's at least an opportunity for environmental storytelling.

And who knows, maybe one of your players will run with it. You can roleplay some kind of fun moment with improv alone, if inspiration strikes.

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But more to the point, there doesn't have to be a fight in every room. Think of how many fights you want in the dungeon, then that's how many fights there will be. Then all you have to do is place them.

alpine shuttle
#

Sorry for disturbance, anyone have any link to a detailed guide of avrae?

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I wanna run a mini campaign with monsters but no idea how to use avrae bot

hearty blaze
ancient valve
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Sup, I'm new

lusty mountain
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I am also new to the server

inner otter
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👋

dense stirrup
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Any ways in 5e or 5.5e to cast a spell that takes an action as a bonus action

patent cipher
hearty blaze
dense stirrup
# hearty blaze Oath of the Ancients level 20 feature

Well that’s great and all but I think I’ll stick to cartomancy
Action: fey touched dissonant whispers
BA: cartomancy spell
Reaction: warcaster, a cantrip
Haste: an attack of some form
Might take 2 levels in fighter for action surge to attack again

lapis terrace
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hi

signal agate
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Hello

lapis terrace
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Im new here

hidden haven
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howdy!

signal agate
lapis terrace
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I dont really know what to do here

hidden haven
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well are you looking to learn more or find a game or get help?

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or to just chat about d&d?

lapis terrace
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I guess All the above

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Idk how to d&d so im here to I guess play and learn

hidden haven
lapis terrace
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Ah okay thanks

hidden haven
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this channel often has good convos about dnd as well

lapis terrace
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So D&D from what ive heard is basically jusr roleplay with extra stuff?

hidden haven
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ya it's a set of rules to help players roleplay. more like guidelines than rules even.

lapis terrace
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Ah okay. And your basically can make a character about anything as long it follows the DM's logic, is not to over powered, and is overall interesting?

hidden haven
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you'll want to talk to the dm about what character ideas you have that would fit the tone of their campaign (this kind of goes both ways, the players of a game may all be looking for a given tone and the dm may be amenable to shifting to that tone) but ya, using the character options okayed by the dm and trying to make a character that makes sense with what you know about the campaign, you make whatever within those constraints

lapis terrace
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Okay and what does homebrew mean? Ive heard of it on videos and to my understand it's when the DM make special logic/properties to the campaign?

hidden haven
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oh sure, a lot of tables have some sort of houserules that are considered homebrew. homebrew can also refer to third party content, like material from the internet or from a book off dmsguild or something

lapis terrace
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Gotcha and last thing I wanna ask, what does each role do in D&D? like Bard, rogue, Barbarian, those kind of roles.

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Ill take simplifed answers so its easier for you

hidden haven
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hmm, well each class has several subclasses, so that actually becomes a bit tricky. i wonder if i can come up with a nice simple answer for that...

blissful beacon
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^ each class has subclasses which can make it difficult to do that, but I can try too

hidden haven
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imagine that some classes like cleric, bard, and druid have better access to healing, other casters have better access to damage, warlocks are short rest casters, rogues often hide or somehow get in sneak attacks, fighters can be a lot of things. some classes have access to better armor and weapons in exchange for usually more limited casting. martials often have fewer decision points than casters, especially full casters.

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i've left a lot out

lapis terrace
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Dang Im using OW terms over here

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But what im getting is that some classes are basically medics, others and magic users, and others are likes tanks.

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Thats what Im getting at least

hidden haven
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not sure if there are many classes that tank well, 5e doesn't have much in the way of mechanical ways to prevent others from getting hit. there are ways, but not like some previous editions

lapis terrace
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Got it

hidden haven
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there are certainly classes that are good at getting hit

lapis terrace
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So basic just damage