#dnd-newcomers

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ionic cobalt
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Yeah, they're a playable race, only a handful of them have any sort of resistances to any damages, and those that do aren't for physical damages

celest quail
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im new to dm can someone help me figure this out?

finite wigeon
celest quail
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yes

celest quail
finite wigeon
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celest quail
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i know the basicc rules like combat and mainly interactive rules and how to set npcs

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idk what to do after that tho

loud pumice
wild onyx
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?tag ddb claim

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wild onyx
stray kayak
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How do i deal with a character with 2 sides(a good side and an evil side)?

echo kelp
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First make sure the DM and table are okay with that.

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So open communication.

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And then decide what boundaries there are to this - is this purely a roleplay aspect or is there mechanical gameplay aspects to this?

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But yeah I'd first discuss it with the group and work with them to decide how this character concept can best fit the game and how to best handle this duality of their behavior.

wheat crystal
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Additionally I’d more rigorously define what makes them have both good and evil aspects. What are their beliefs, habits, actions, etc that would shift them towards each side of the alignment chart?

Ideally you want to avoid stereotyping a “split personality” kind of character where the two sides exist in a binary.

stray kayak
wheat crystal
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Why have a strict split between an evil and good side? Most people are nuanced and have both good and bad aspects to them; likewise your character should too

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As before, try to branch out and better define their beliefs, attitudes, habits, actions, etc that would incline them to be described as either good or evil.

solar stratus
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I have a question but I’m scared to ask it cause I don’t know if I’m gonna get a brutal response because it was a dumb question

hearty blaze
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No such thing as a stupid question

wild onyx
hearty blaze
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That is also true

wild onyx
solar stratus
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So I have a homebrew character, and I was just looking to see if someone could give me a second opinion on if something is balanced or not

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I’m about to write three paragraphs ;-;

wild onyx
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Alright, we could take a glance, sure.

wet forge
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I’ll help too

solar stratus
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OK, so I have this ability that passively activates after I get attacked and I adapt to that damage type gaining percentage resistance (I have photographic memory so that DM doesn’t worry about it)

wet forge
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It’s not a stupid question 💖

hearty blaze
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More detailed discussions would go to #homebrew but for now let’s see

solar stratus
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The only problem is whenever I want this adaptation to activate. I have to know what damage type I was attacked by.

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If I get it wrong, I don’t adapt, and I lose the ability to adapt until the next round of combat

wet forge
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so you have to guess?

solar stratus
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But with how the story has progressed, I am now infected with the homebrew class the zerg

solar stratus
hearty blaze
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If you didn’t want to homebrew Uncanny Dodge is somewhat close, minus the guessing

wet forge
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The dungeon master will always tell you what damage type you take, because players have stuff like resistances

wild onyx
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Hmm, yes, I see...

solar stratus
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Oh no everybody but me has resistances, and he only tells after I try and make my guess

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I have resistances because of the adaptation right now it’s 4% to bludgeoning and 2% to poison

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Just about

wet forge
hearty blaze
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What’s stopping you and your party from just camping out and getting ungodly high resistances to types for you?

solar stratus
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No, what happens is if he attacks me, he waits for me to do I guess and then tells everybody what damage type it was

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Because it has to be from a bilghted enemy

wet forge
wild onyx
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I don't like this DM's tactics.

wet forge
hearty blaze
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I personally don’t think that’s something that particularly fits for DnD, but let’s continue

solar stratus
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It’s like an undead, but cannot be reanimated by a necromancer

wet forge
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Well, unfortunately this sounds beyond dnd, so I am now unable to help, my apologies

solar stratus
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It is OK. I just wanted a second opinion.

hearty blaze
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Could easily be homebrew

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Pretty much just a construct

solar stratus
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Hold up, let me look for the spell

wild onyx
wet forge
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I find often most homebrew isn’t needed, and can easily be covered by rules already in the game

solar stratus
wet forge
solar stratus
wild onyx
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(Personally I'd be needling the DM to describe the attack fairly before calling my resist type every time if they weren't open to being open with it)

solar stratus
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Oh yeah, the DM describes how the attack happens very deeply because of the adaptation thig

wet forge
wild onyx
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("Are the creature’s teeth long and needle-like, edged but broad or wide and flat, DM?")

solar stratus
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And yes that is more or less how we do it

wet forge
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Well, if it works at your table, then it works.

finite wigeon
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Question, what of attacks with multiple damage types

wet forge
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My opinion shouldn’t matter

solar stratus
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But if ur annoyed i can go

wet forge
wet forge
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I am just a little confused

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Very confused

solar stratus
wet forge
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It’s alright, I don’t think I can help

solar stratus
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Ok thank you for your time tho

random otter
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So I just wanna ask, I made my character and everything can I give it custom items a specific sword or is that a DM decision?

wild onyx
random otter
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Basically to make it short the OC is smart and a fighter so... a mechanical energy sword

wild onyx
random otter
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That's the thing I wanted to try even though its my first time. The character doesn't use magic. like at all. He doesn't believe in it so. more techy or science stuff.

wild onyx
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Alternatively, perhaps if your character has some kind of powers maybe that could do the work for having a special sword.

wild onyx
random otter
gloomy plume
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I rolled an 18 for one of my stats

would it be better to max it out immediately?

but then when i get feats i can't really benefit from the ones that add to that score, up to 20

or would it be better to not max it, so i can benefit from those feats?

Also, starting with a 20 from rolling an 18 and race bonus, seems like, unrealistic?

so is it better to start at 18 and "work my way up" to 20 by leveling up for feats?

wild onyx
gloomy plume
wild onyx
random otter
gusty dune
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Hey where’s best to get started I’ve watched videos and done research on how to play and character and stat customisation and read up on the lores but like whats the bare minimum I need so I’m not wasting tons of money in the shop on rulebooks and stuff

wild onyx
# random otter Yes, but I wanted it unique. When I made him the idea was smart guy with tragic...

Option one: work it out with your DM. Get the Arcana and tools proficiencies, make some money, find a few weeks spare and make your own magic items. It can be done! It's ruinously expensive.

Option two: go artificer, shortcut the whole deal with mechanical (rules based) backup.

Option the third: flavour your character's advancement in levels and abilities through your "custom weapons". Take battlemaster, say you get the Trip Attack move, explain how you rebuilt your sword with a retractable tripwire device.

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wild onyx
random otter
ivory grove
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spell save dc is depressing in tier 1 already so save spells are a no-go at that point imo

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and attack rolls aren't affected so harshly

vale bramble
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Hey is there a dnd campaign that I can just spectate in I’m bored and need information on how to play

median panther
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Hey where can i find more info about dragonborns? Is because i have a bunch of specific questions and im not sure who to ask

harsh fjord
vale bramble
harsh fjord
median panther
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Ok thanks 👍

stray kayak
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Is there any way i can add visuals to Galeem that's not just the basic like frilled lizard frills?

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I'm looking for a game to play in order to test Galeem

wild onyx
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Elder Scrolls for Argonian, Hero Forge for a tabletop mini look, BG3, or the old classic of robbing some existing art and just tinting their scale colour.

stray kayak
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I can make my own art but is hero forge available for Android?

wild onyx
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No clue.

trim delta
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Hey folks, new player here (5 sessions in to a beginner session). I had a quick question about a decision I made in the last session and whether it's considered sabotage or feeding too much into a character's personality. I'm playing a half-orc barbarian (atrocious build but it's fine) and our DM had put us in a situation in which I had made the decision to grab a certain weapon. As a player, I knew the consequences would be negative (I ended up possessed while wielding said weapon), but as my half-orc barb (who I decided was very dumb after rolling 8 for both int and wis) decided he wanted a new shiny weapon, ignored all warnings from the party, grabbed the weapon, and then equipped it after succeeding a str check. Is that too 'sabotage-like'? In the end it was fine but it made that combat harder. Maybe this is just a question for my DM but I'd like to get feedback on it.

sinful kiln
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Hello new player here ☺️
Tried to get a grp of friends to play dnd but they all dipped after character creation so I am here to find a group which allows newcomers :3

wild onyx
wild onyx
# sinful kiln Hello new player here ☺️ Tried to get a grp of friends to play dnd but they all...

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.

sinful kiln
harsh fjord
pseudo chasm
fast wave
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Can someone ask @grim plume to unblock me 🥲 I was going to join a VC in their server to talk about a campaign but I wound up getting sick and when I got back to my phone they had blocked me lol 😭 is impatience a common trait in the D&D community? This is the second time someone couldn’t wait for 1 hour-which is really not that long 🥲🥲

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fast wave
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For context I am uhhh I’m pregnant
So sometimes my body just kicks my ass for no reason and I do apologize lol

harsh fjord
fast wave
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I just feel like people aren’t giving me much of a chance and being pretty impatient

pseudo chasm
fast wave
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🙃

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Just asking anyone to ping that person or show them this context

harsh fjord
fast wave
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I kind of have if I’m being honest-I was really excited to try and jump back in but so far I’ve gotten 2 people being extremely impatient and pulling their offer over an hour
I feel bad because I can’t just constantly sit on the phone or computer and monitor replies, it feels like that’s going to cost me being able to play

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And both times it was genuinely just one hour 😭

harsh fjord
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I don't think most people expect that. It sounds more like a string of bad luck, to me, anyway!

fast wave
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I hope so. But those are the only people who have reached out so far, too

harsh fjord
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If you're a player, you'll probably be better served reaching out to DMs. They're in higher demand, so they can (and do) let players come to them, generally.

fast wave
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Fair enough, I’ll give it a shot

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Thank you for the advice!

harsh fjord
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Good luck!

fast wave
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Should I notify people in advance that I have to just deal with “health issues” sometimes? I hate pulling the ‘pregnancy card’ lmao and it feels weird to bring up unprompted

harsh fjord
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That's up to you. Personally, I'd appreciate clear communication and transparency.

pseudo chasm
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i hate to ask but can someone give me a broken down for an idiot definition of “homebrew”

harsh fjord
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Things that fans have made up: rules, species, spells, items, etc.

fast wave
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Just anything outside of the official books, so yeah they may make up enemies or classes & abilities etc.

edgy onyx
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Basically homebrew to D&D is like mods are to videogames 😛

fast wave
pseudo chasm
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Ohhh! So like a homebrew is basically a original campaign rather than following the direct dnd books

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Now i just gotta find a campaign 🥲 wish people liked percy jackson enough to do one like that

plucky rampart
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While the gods stay home and watch Disney+ I guess...

chilly kettle
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Hello

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Anyone awake?

edgy onyx
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Presumably a lot of people, thanks to time zones 😛

You can see people online on the right of the screen

chilly kettle
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Mhm. Noted.

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I had some questions about skills

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And was wondering where I should ask them?

harsh fjord
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This is a good place, I think!

sinful kiln
pseudo chasm
sinful kiln
sinful kiln
pseudo chasm
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Ment the Lol typo

sinful kiln
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I got rly lost there for a second lmao 😂

indigo quest
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How do you roll for a stat spreed?

harsh fjord
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?tag new abilities

exotic remnantBOT
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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

red dove
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hi

hearty blaze
red dove
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umm now like if i wanna play what should i do i do have little know little abt the game but noow i wanna play it

hearty blaze
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Once you’re ready and got the fundamentals down, you can check out #find-a-game for information on how to find a group online. To make a post, type the appropriate command in any chat channel. There’s also DnD beyond forums, reddit or roll 20.
Or try local games stores, friends or libraries

red dove
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oh ok thanks

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yo whats VTT

hearty blaze
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Basically a place where you can put maps and the like

red dove
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is there website or what

hearty blaze
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There are many

red dove
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wdym

hearty blaze
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I use Owlbear Rodeo, but dnd beyond. Roll20, many websites have a virtual tabletop

red dove
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oh ok but do they need vc

hearty blaze
red dove
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oh ok whats better roll20 or owl bear rodeo

gusty dune
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Hey is there like a thing where we can join a call and do like a practice session to get used to using the mechanics like I’ve read up on them but be better if someone can explain while I’m doing it

main fulcrum
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It's mostly a matter of preference

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Last I checked roll20 had more bells and whistles but not every group wants those

red dove
wild onyx
# red dove ok soo um i kinda dont have friends soo

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.

red dove
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ok ima do that

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thanks btw

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all of you

ionic cobalt
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Roll20 is also a lot more glitchy and is unplayable for anyone who has to be on mobile for whatever reason

median panther
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Guys how do I fill the Features & Traits part of the character sheet??

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Like do I write the spells there or something?

blissful beacon
steep dust
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Like who took the longest to get with a party

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you must of had met someone like that no?

wheat crystal
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Typically I’d say it takes a few days for the average person. It may take longer depending on your availability and game preferences

median panther
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OK thanks

wheat crystal
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Yup, and then your actual spells would go on the spells page

blissful beacon
median panther
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Also if I'm a dragonborn do I also write the Breath Weapon?

blissful beacon
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Correct because that is a feature and trait given to you by your species

median panther
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OK 👍 thanks a lot

lost silo
# steep dust can i ask how long it usually takes to find a game

That HIGHLY depends on how strict you are in what you are looking for and even more importantly your availability. Also if you are under 18 (I do not need to know if you are, this is just a statement) it will be MUCH harder, especially here. I know you have been advised multiple times on what to do here and other places to look. So unfortunately patience is a MUST.

little cypress
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hiii i’m completely new to d&d and idk where to start. my friends helped me make a character and a character sheet on dndbeyond but im unsure what else to do

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or how to even play

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crude comet
little cypress
crude comet
# little cypress well i’m unsure, he said we would be later next month. but i don’t want to wait ...

Patience is important with D&D. It's unfortunately not something like a video game that you can just pick up whenever you feel like it. Let him know you're excited and ask if there's any game or one-shot sessions he knows of that you could get in on. You can also look through #looking-for-players to see if there's a beginner-friendly one-shot available to apply for, but that's a bit of a long shot.

little cypress
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i’ll look into it tho ty!!

granite wharf
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I should probably look into that as well. A campaign I was in just got dropped and I'm sad about that. And as a result, another that I was dming for I postponed. Dming feels like a lot of work lately.

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(It's more than just that I swear, I'm not a deadbeat dm and I plan on resuming that campaign when I feel better)

crude comet
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Breaks are important! DMing burnout is a real thing. It's a lot of work. People advertise new games in #looking-for-players all the time if playing online is something you're interested in ❤️

harsh fjord
stuck lotus
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Hey there, I'm new to d&d I've been trying to understand the character sheet and what to fill out and what not I see a lot of videos and explanation but it just doesn't stick (I'm slow). And is the sheet supposed to be changeable? so it's better filled with pencils?

crude comet
stuck lotus
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Oh i see good to know. Well more like I'm stuck in every part other than the name 😅.

Well I used D&D Beyond but after filling everything up and exporting it as a pdf I only get blank sheet with just the titles. Is that how it works I thought it would put in all info that I filled😅

crude comet
stuck lotus
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Oooh OK thank you I'll see to it hopefully I will do it correctly this time thanks a lot!

limpid lantern
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Yo uhm idk if all the campaigns are currently full but if one is open can I please join in sorta new and haven’t been able to play for a long while

unreal mirage
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hello i want to make a game from my friends dose anyone have any good started videos to help me start of as a dm?

next schooner
unreal mirage
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Thank u I’ll check em out😁

next schooner
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lmk if its helping!

ornate kiln
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Also “running the Game” playlist by Matt Colville

echo grail
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i have got the basics of the game and am looking to become a dm!!!! all the dms in the chat, tips? tricks? thoughts?

hearty escarp
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And like Omegon said, Colvilles playlist is great

steep dust
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its mostly self depricating and feel forced

wary whale
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Hello, why did it say the server changed my nickname?

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idk now to change my UN in the website and I had it for 5 years

echo kelp
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If you have questions about server rules or a moderation, you can go to #moderator-support and ask for a private thread. But usually user nicknames are changed to comply with server rules and most often they are changed because they contain non-standard characters, fonts, or symbols which make it hard to read/understand and thus do not comply with the server rules.

gloomy plume
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is charger and speedy feat a good combo?

echo kelp
orchid pewter
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Hey everyone

next schooner
broken nebula
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Hey everyone :D is there anyone that is willing to help me with my character creation? I am new to dnd so i kinda have no idea how to make a reborn dragonborn necromancer/wizard correctly

echo kelp
broken nebula
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Thank you!

echo kelp
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Generally though you can follow the 2nd chapter of the free basic rules as it explains how to create a character step by step

broken nebula
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Thank you sm, i will look into it :)

steep dust
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i'd imagine he would be a human

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hard to imagine dragonborn as anything but fighters

echo kelp
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Any race/species can be any class

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Please don’t gatekeep folks

next schooner
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every people has a different imagination than yours

loud pumice
next schooner
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every race can be every class they want

tired dock
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what would you lot say the bare minimum of knowledge is before running a campaign for the first time? i have all the books i can refer to but would like to aim for being smooth too

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also i forgot where i say it what do you use for rolling dice and stuff like that when playing with friends online? can i find that in the faq

echo kelp
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The flow of the game, how D20 tests work, and how to run combat and skill checks

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echo kelp
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Check out the 1st chapter of the free basic rules to get a general overview of the game flow and core game mechanics

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Then review the section on combat

tired dock
harsh fjord
timber light
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hi fam

harsh fjord
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Welcome to the server!

wild onyx
gentle garden
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wsg

crystal pagoda
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Hey guys, I’m brand new to this like I know absolutely nothing - any resources to learn or how can I play?

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harsh fjord
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Take a look at the materials above!

wild onyx
crystal pagoda
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Thank you 🙂

granite cloud
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Hi?

harsh fjord
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Welcome welcome!

granite cloud
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I'm new to D&D and idk what to do

exotic remnantBOT
harsh fjord
granite cloud
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How do I create a character?

harsh fjord
wild onyx
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Go to the Basic Rules, above. Pick a class, species and background. Come back and let us know what you decided.

granite cloud
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DAAAHHHHMMMMMMMMMMM, so many roles

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there's alot, I need to do, right?

harsh fjord
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What do you mean?

granite cloud
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well I have to write alot, think a tun, prob hurt my brain and hands, theres just alot

harsh fjord
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It can be a lot, but you don't have to do it all at once. Eating an elephant happens one bite at a time.

granite cloud
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???

harsh fjord
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Doing a big thing is always done bit by bit.

hot steppe
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Hello Everybody, Im pretty new (only played homebrew a few times). Ive decided to try out getting into some actual campaign gameplay. Always wanted to get into DnD but never had anybody to play and just got a PC. Building a character right now on beyond and wanted to know some of the basics as far as what is the general rule of thumb for creating characters? I see some optional things when i start the building process so i want to know if i should take things like legacy off? typical advancement type (milestone or XP)? Should i just build it and can edit these when i find a campaign or should i build him as a base/test character and make a real one when i find a campaign?

granite cloud
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ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh ok

granite cloud
wild onyx
harsh fjord
granite cloud
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Can people please help me create my character, I've asked, Ai, youtube and google and my brain hurts more

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I got like 40+ tabs open already

echo kelp
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2nd chapter of the free rules is step by step instructions

harsh fjord
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I think Mr Smith's advice is sound: look at the rules and pick a class, species, and background.

wild onyx
granite cloud
harsh fjord
granite cloud
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I'm really new to D&D

wild onyx
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There's no rush! Take your time. Breathe and focus.

Class, species, background. Each has a section. Have a look over, pick what sounds fun.

granite cloud
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well I like Batmans Background/origin, human, class Fighter/ God?

naive cedar
granite cloud
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well batmans intelligence, the flash, spiderman, thor, abilities, personality of Spiderman, ben 10, dislikes Evil, gagdets the omnitrix, power ranger morphers etc

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And I'm serious (deadly)

harsh fjord
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D&D is a game of imagination, but the options it includes don't work for every sort of idea, unfortunately!

loud pumice
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I'd recommend toning it down a bit as that's alot, although stuff like batmans intelligence/Wisdom couple with spiderman and thor abilities could somewhat work as an elemental monk, although I wouldn't recommend playing monk as a first character

granite cloud
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so wrong server?

harsh fjord
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D&D is one tabletop role-playing game among many, where you use imagination and rules to tell a story with friends. D&D specializes in heroic fantasy, so if that's what you like, you'll enjoy it.

granite cloud
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I like action movies, and guns, sword violence

edgy onyx
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No, though other ttrpgs might offer options closer to what you're looking for. That's a very super hero-y vibe, rather than a magical medieval fantasy which D&D does best

granite cloud
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so I'm in the wrong server then?

harsh fjord
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The kind of fantasy D&D does well hasn't been super common in media lately, but the likes of Frieren and Delicious in Dungeon are close to the vibe.

edgy onyx
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You could emulate powers of thor, with lighting magic and stuff, or flavor your druid wild shaping into animals as Ben10 ability, but usually it'll still have to fit into the table and the theme of the game, which again in most cases leans heavily towards fantasy, not so much modern or superheroes

harsh fjord
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If you're looking for games that are more modern superheroes or action movies, then D&D isn't the right fit probably.

edgy onyx
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If what you're looking for is playing as a super hero / modern action game, you might be able to find a game where someone is doing that, though it's pretty rare, so it's gonna be difficult, and might not really make use of actual D&D rules. Otherwise yeah you might have better luck looking into other tabletop systems

granite cloud
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oh ok, I'm gonna leave, sorry for waisting your time guys, bye

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bye 🖐️

loud pumice
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You haven't wasted anyone's time, we're here to help when we can

hot steppe
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I know i want to be a Paladin my only character i created and played was a paladin dwarf. Looking into it more i saw aasimar are a species that are kinda like angels? Thought it would be cool but i dont see any info on them. Just google them or is there a better resource to look more into it even though i dont think beyond will allow me to create one without buying the handbook.

median panther
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How are Dragonborn subraces called? For example my character has a Black Dragon Ancestry, so he would be called a Black Dragonborn??

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Or something like that?

harsh fjord
harsh fjord
hot steppe
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Sounds Good i will look more into it just debating if i want to get the handbook or not but it seems if im playing online it would probably be worth it so i have all the info

wild onyx
harsh fjord
loud pumice
hot steppe
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i love DnD always have but was also more heavily into video games because i never knew anybody into it besides my brother that didnt let me play because i was too young. Now its just about finding the right group for my schedule or adjusting my schedule with for a group to the best of my ability. I appreciate the advice ill buy the Handbook so i have full access.

median panther
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Ill use it thanks 👍

hot steppe
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As someone planning to really dive deep into the hobby are there any other essentials for online play?

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first time even ever looking into playing online i know roll20 for rolls maps and such and beyond for character sheet?

harsh fjord
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Honestly, it just depends on what your needs are—like there are maps, music packs, VTTs, and more you can buy. The core books are a good first get, but I've gotten so much mileage out of legit free materials I haven't needed to plunk down much money.

rugged birch
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Just the core books! Don't think you HAVE to buy them. The free rules + online resources is enough. I am new as well and have made very good use of the core books. DMG, PHB and MM(all 2024). If you can afford the books, I recommend them but again. Not mandatory especially if money is tight.

harsh fjord
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I prefer Owlbear Rodeo for maps: it's free and more lightweight compared to Roll20, but that's what works for me and my table. People use all different platforms depending on how they play.

rugged birch
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I 2nd that. So far I've used d&db vtt and it's fine for new player but I have dabbled with owlbear and plan on making a full switch soon for my group

hot steppe
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Sounds amazing i truly appreciate all the advice i tend to dive deep into whatever i set my mind to so im ready to pull the trigger on everything. Ill start with just the handbook and work my way from there as i continue playing. Thank you all so much.

uncut edge
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Where do i go for finding a dm ?

wild onyx
# uncut edge Where do i go for finding a dm ?

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.

mortal whale
#

Out of like 30 different campaigns I requested to join over the past month, I got accepted in 1 pbp server. I give up🫠

hearty blaze
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Genuinely my advice is just chill here and be likeable. I personally got invited to two games and I didn’t even apply to any, just chilled here and interacted with the community.

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Granted I may be the anomaly

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Alternatively you can try DM’ing

mortal whale
rugged birch
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Don't take it too personally! I think I came off bad to a couple people and definitely felt ignored but I kept talking and being as friendly and as helpful as I can be and now I think at least 1 or 2 people like me. Just keep trying!

hearty blaze
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DMing isn’t that bad, especially if you run a module. As for you getting ignored or rejected, it’s hard to leave a positive impression in such short amount of time

blissful beacon
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It does take some time for the players to warm up to the DM and for the other way around too

lost silo
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Also the ratio of players wanting in games, especially free game’s, to the amount of total DMs is probably 1,000 to 1 and that’s probably being generous

mortal whale
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Is there anyone here who knows dnd lore really well? I'm tryna cook up a background for my character but its hard without knowing all the lore shenanigans

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Its fun making characters (that I will probably never use...)

hearty blaze
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The folks at #dnd-lore are the experts there, though the lore of a character depends on the setting

stuck marsh
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Hey guys, im new on D&D, what is the objective? We need to won something?

exotic remnantBOT
finite wigeon
stuck marsh
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So its like a RPG adventure where everything can happen?

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I like it, i need to learn about it

finite wigeon
magic zephyr
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Hello world! 3_ I am brand-spanking new to d&d. I am looking for some help and I have some specific questions about character development for my first game coming up in a few weeks. I will be playing with 3 friends and a hired dm that I met at a public event. We will be playing with the Heros of the Borderlands starter set that I got.

I have questions about backstreet and whether the sub class that I want to play is compatible with the adventure I have. I dont want to clog up the channel so if anyone comes across this post who is knowledgeable and would like to help me, feel free to hit me up in the dms.
Thanks!

rugged birch
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Can move there*

strange torrent
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Hey I made a post looking for I DM how do I know when someone says someone to me?

rugged birch
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You will get a ping most likely and you can always occasionally check your personal thread that was created for your post

strange torrent
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I see. Okay thanks also how long is a typical wait

rugged birch
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Not to sure myself. But the more patient the better

strange torrent
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Can I get a guesstament?

echo kelp
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Hours to months

rugged birch
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^

strange torrent
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MONTHS?

echo kelp
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Putting together a group can take some time to align schedules and get the campaign all organized

strange torrent
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I was just looking for something to do this week 😭🤟

echo kelp
magic zephyr
rugged birch
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Rogue halfling is very standard but fun! No clue what Ghostwise is though.

wheat crystal
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Ghostwise is a subspecies of Halfling originally published in the Sword Coast’s Adventurer’s Guide

magic zephyr
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*subspecies, sorry

rugged birch
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Oh interesting. If it's from Sword Coast then I imagine your DM will likely allow it. Not always of course but I myself wouldn't say know to a subspecies from the forgotten realms.

strange torrent
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Why am I getting like a billion friends request?

wheat crystal
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That specific subspecies is from the 2014 version of 5e, so you’ll need to do a small amount of conversion to make it 2024 5.5e compatible

magic zephyr
strange torrent
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YAY

wheat crystal
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It’s also specifically from the forgotten realms setting, but your adventure is set in the forgotten realms so you should be ok unless your DM says otherwise

echo kelp
rugged birch
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Oh HotB IS forgotten realms? I did not know that and I ran it kekw

echo kelp
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I wouldn't recommend accepting unsolicited friend requests

strange torrent
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Okay thanks I'll just wait until I get something on my post

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Gtg bye guys

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8:00 is my schedule

magic zephyr
wild onyx
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It's like, ignore the racial ability score modifiers, right?

wheat crystal
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It’s not super complicated. The main thing is that 2014 species gave ability score increases, which in 2024 was standardized moved to backgrounds

main fulcrum
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Halfling is slightly more complicated since they don't have subspecies anymore

wheat crystal
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So basically if a 2014 species gave you ability score increases you just ignore it

main fulcrum
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But it's not that hard to take away the feature that used to be Lightfoot and add the ghost wise feature instead

magic zephyr
magic zephyr
wheat crystal
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Like lore for halflings or the info on their mechanics?

magic zephyr
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Different than other Halflings, I mean

wheat crystal
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Mechanically their info will be in the book Sword Coast’s Adventurer’s Guide, which should also cover a small bit of lore on their species.

If you wanted a slightly more in-depth read on their history, the forgotten realms wiki is a good place to look:
https://forgottenrealms.fandom.com/wiki/Ghostwise_halfling

magic zephyr
signal siren
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Hi

exotic remnantBOT
unreal dagger
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Hello guys

coarse badge
rugged birch
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Welcome

sterile knot
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Hi how can i do my character sheet and character in general?

hearty blaze
sterile knot
hearty blaze
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Are you making a sheet online or in person?

sterile knot
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online

hearty blaze
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Try using dnd beyond’s character creator with the above guide for guidance

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If you run into any specific issues feel free to come back and ask questions

sterile knot
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ok also do i need to firstly find an party and dungeon master first before making it?

hearty blaze
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It’s good to make one for practice, just don’t fully expect to be able to use them

sterile knot
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k thx

unreal mirage
next parrot
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I learned my lesson to never attack trees.

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First time I attacked a tree was 2 months ago when I started DND, I died. Now this time my cleric gave me the idea to hit a tree, and when she somehow missed when rolling to hit, I used produce flame and struck the tree. Turns out it was a tree blight, and we are levels 1-3.

short hill
analog thorn
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Newcomer to DnD, and was wondering if it would be possible to create a swordsman character with a mechanic similar to Marth's "tipper" in Super Smash Bros. I was thinking high intelligence and dexterity, fighting super defensively until a weak point is found, and then hitting the "tipper" to deal massive damage

short hill
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is it possible to hit an eldrich blast back at an enemy

sacred pollen
remote scroll
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Hi all, just joined the server and still fairly new to the game

lusty sable
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I've never played DND in my life

worldly mist
rugged birch
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Welcome all!

short hill
worldly mist
# short hill the what

war caster feat. It's in the Player's Handbook, it's a pretty useful feat of spellcasters in general.

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You'd have to pick it up at 4th level though

short hill
worldly mist
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Yeah every class gets feats at 4th level but only classes that cast spells would want to take the war caster feat.

short hill
sand salmon
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hello

radiant zephyr
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Hello

trail meteor
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Howdy 👋

spice halo
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Hey

hearty escarp
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Welcome!

eternal vale
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Hi

finite wigeon
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Hello!

steep dust
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damn... should of let it go

abstract marlin
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I don't know if I am sending this message to the right chat, but I am new here so I was thinking of leaving my comfort zone and share my questions instead of browsing alone. So, how anyone joins a free/paid dnd campaign online?

I used the only charisma I've got, please be kind with me 🙏🥹 Thank you!

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Thanks 👍

arctic acorn
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I would start by checking out #find-a-game. Just be aware that finding a proper group can take quite some time. Patience is key.

next schooner
arctic acorn
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It's fun to imagine unlikely combos such as orc sorcerers, minotaur wizards or firbolg barbarians.

abstract marlin
hybrid solar
next schooner
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click the replys?

obtuse lotus
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Hello

vast ember
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Hi

wild onyx
#

In the 2014 rules dragonborn are popular among fighters and paladins because of their racial ability score improvements to Strength and Charisma. Same as tieflings often being bards and warlocks.

That's not to say that's all these species are good at, but when starting out, there's often a strong drive to try and get a 16 in your primary ability. A dragonborn wizard might feel like the Strength increase is a waste - how often will they be called on for a Strength check?

Personally I prefer the 2024 implementation.

wild onyx
vast ember
lean vortex
wild onyx
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Good point!

little wedge
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Could i have some step by step help on how to make a character, im new to this and dnd beyond isn't as helpful as a person who knows what they're doing

echo kelp
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Check out chapter 2 from the free basic rules - it goes over how to create a character step by step

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Feel free to ask specific questions on any of the steps or anything you're not sure about

little wedge
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would you recommend filling out an online sheet or a physical one?

echo kelp
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Having it digital can be helpful in the "you can always have it with you" with a digital device but doing it by paper and pencil may help reinforce the character creation process better depending on how you learn best.

little wedge
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ok, I'll just do it digitally

storm arch
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(excuse my English if I made any mistakes it's not my native language)

blissful beacon
storm arch
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Okay tysm

lunar trail
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Helloo

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:))

main fulcrum
lunar trail
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Can I send my sheet here?

lost silo
frosty kestrel
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Hey yall, I've never played dnd and joined this server cause my fyp keeps throwing dnd content at me so much that I've thought up of a preety fun gimmicky character, but idk if i should acctually try to find me a party cause i've heard it's gotten woke as heck with like safe signs and stuff so im not entirely sure

lost silo
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Not sure where the woke aspect comes from. If you want to play feel free to start with the basics in the next Bot

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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then when you are ready to find a group, using the easy steps in the next bot

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
frosty kestrel
lost silo
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Give it a whirl, I'd bet you will love it

hybrid solar
# next schooner click the replys?

Oh ye!
I did do that
He was askin why a sorcerer cuz usually dragonborns are fighters
So he was tryna see what idea they had in mind cuz he couldn't think of how itd work

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Thats why I was confused by wut u mean when you called him restricting or judging or somth

dense marsh
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hello guys! any idea where i can find a one-shot? im rly intrested in playing dnd but rly busy with school and things and i jst dont know where to start

cosmic eagle
dense marsh
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tysm!

echo copper
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hey is it possible to play a game without a mic?

echo kelp
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Yes there are play by post/text games

echo copper
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Or do must people not do it?

echo kelp
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?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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it is far more common to use a mic but play by posts are common too

echo kelp
# echo copper Or do must people not do it?

Many online games use voice, some even use Virtual Table Tops (VTTs) to show maps and character/monster tokens. But there are D&D games that use just text sent via Discord or other system (forums or even text applications) to run a game.

charred narwhal
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How long usually sessions are?

lost silo
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that can vary heavily but i would say 3 hours is relatively normal

charred narwhal
echo copper
static harness
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Hello everyone, I don't remember when I joined. How can I seek a group to join?

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
lost silo
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follow the easy to follow steps in the bot

short hill
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are pseudodragons good or bad

static harness
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tyyty

lost silo
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they certainly can be spam

dim jewel
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Hello, this may be a more advanced question, but I still feel relatively new. How do opportunity attacks work if the player themselves are not retreating? For example, for telekinetic feat, I can move someone. Would it prompt an opportunity attack if I use it in combat on someone engaged in melee?

hearty blaze
dim jewel
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What does "involves the enemy using their own movement" mean?

hearty blaze
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For example, the fear spell causes the enemy to be forced to run away. Because this involves their movement speed and isn’t them being pushed, even though they are forced to move away they still get hit by an opportunity attack

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In contrast, telekinetic forcefully moves them by pushing them, but doesn’t involve using their movement and would not cause an opportunity attack

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You can think of it as “if they’re running away, they’re using their own movement”. If it’s instead them being manipulated forcefully from something else, then it’s probably not gonna create OA’z

ionic cobalt
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Dissonant Whispers is another example. If they fail the save, they have to use their full movement to run away in a straight line from the one who cast the spell. Uses their own movement, even if technically forced

dim jewel
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Oh I think I got it. Thank you!

steady plank
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so i usually use the house rules of as long as they move within reach and out it could trigger an opportunity atk

hearty blaze
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Personally I’m happy with how it is. Means you can yeet allies out of danger

terse nimbus
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just got a nat 20 on my first ever death saving throw

worldly mist
# steady plank which doesn't make much sense to me

The rules make sense to me. AoO is an abstraction of a player leaving his guard down to flee thus giving an opponent an opportunity to get in another attack. Yeeting an opponent out of range shouldn't work the same way. Plus there's a balance issue to take into account. It would be too easy to abuse the shit out of forced movement combined with attacks of opportunity.

versed wolf
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Hi folks, new here

exotic remnantBOT
next schooner
hybrid solar
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I dont think he said it was a bad idea
Unless he did and I missed that message thinkinghmm

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Sorry if im prying lol
Just was confused and didn't understand

wide surge
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Hi

dim jewel
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Hello, I want to check if I understand saving throws correctly. So let's say I cast a spell and the opponent needs to make a INT saving throw. On my character sheet, it says 14 Save DC. The opponent needs to roll higher than 14 in order to successfully resist the spell, and they can add their INT modifier to their roll to help them. No matter what ability, the number they have to roll against is 14. Yes?

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Also, where does the number for Save DC come from? Can I boost it up?

mild flint
mild flint
# dim jewel Also, where does the number for Save DC come from? Can I boost it up?

All things that have a DC will have an explanation for how it is calculated, if this is coming from spellcasting it will be written in your spellcasting feature.

I.e for wizards they use intelligence as their spell casting modifier and bards use charisma whilst clerics use wisdom etc.

Most spell casting saves are calculated using the following:

8+proficiency bonus+spellcasting modifier

You can increase this with magic items etc.

dim jewel
mild flint
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So if someone makes a (insert score type here) saving throw, they use the modifier of the same type plus proficiency if they have it

surreal epoch
modest cedar
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ello im a newbie in a campaign full of newbies and i have zero idea how to build my character properly or make a sheet

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i attempted using dnd beyond but they do not have tabaxis and i dont wanna spend money

atomic jetty
modest cedar
atomic jetty
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One sec

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A recommendation I have you don’t have to do this if you wanna be mainly a bard but I feel a mainly rogue would be a lot better for a tabaxi

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Since they can climb on walls and have sneak attack

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Though bard is good also because they have a plus in charisma

modest cedar
#

thank ya tho

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A main thing im confused about is how to make the character sheet and where to put stuff for example class features, species stuffs etc

pseudo isle
#

Hello! Looking to recruit player for a DnD game. Just trying to get access to the looking for players channel. Looking through everything to figure it out now but if anybody could help me that would be great. Haha. 🙃

hearty blaze
pseudo isle
hearty blaze
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No problemo, it’s a common question

pseudo isle
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Omg that helps the overwhelming anxiety I've felt so far.

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It's in the Find a Game channel! I'm so dumb haha

hearty blaze
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No need to be stressed. Unless you’re rude, mean, inconsiderate, break the rules or like durian I won’t hate you (jk in the last part)

hearty blaze
pseudo isle
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But thank you so much for the help. 🙂

hybrid solar
wild onyx
hybrid solar
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Ah I see now

hybrid solar
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I knew any species can be any class
I just couldn't think of what cool backstory or combat style would fit dragonborn
Hence why I was seeing what his thought process was

steep dust
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I GOT INTO A SERVER THATS PREPPING FOR A CAMPAIGN

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it happened I found a DM

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But they are starting level 5 which is intimidating, in an ideal world i'd start with level 1 so that I have time to get used to how the game works without that many stuff to keep track of

frigid helm
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Let the DM know your new, but do some reading/watch some videos and get comfortable with what your character can do specifically.

wise atlas
#

I’m planning on doing a complete home brew campaign and I’ve never been the DM so anyone got tips on how to write a campaign

hearty blaze
wise atlas
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The campaign is gonna be a zombie apocalypse type thingy so I’m trying to think of how I can make it a campaign and how to make it long and enjoyable

hearty blaze
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I mean, how do you win in a zombie apocalypse

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Survival is the most obvious, but it’s not always too fulfilling

wise atlas
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I was speaking with one of the potential players and we came up with smth to where your trying to either find the cure or another idea was there is smth controlling the zombies so killing it kills the zombies

hearty blaze
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Finding a cure is great and all, but without a way to mass produce it or distribute it it’s just a second chance or a good bargaining tool

wise atlas
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I’ve still gotta think of smth for that

echo kelp
hearty blaze
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I’d second that

wise atlas
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Oh I didn’t even know that was a channel

echo kelp
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This channel is specifically for new to D&D folks to get help with learning the core game rules and mechanics

hearty blaze
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You should change your role to be both DM and player

unique flame
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Hello

wild onyx
deft finch
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I js ran my first DnD one-shot as the DM and I'm glad to say, it was successful

unique flame
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Maybe someone can help me with what's different from Midgard here

wild onyx
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Not heard of that one, but this should give you a start.

exotic remnantBOT
unique flame
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Thank you very much!

wild onyx
surreal epoch
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Hi I’m new

wild onyx
wheat zodiac
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Hi, I'm new to d&d but am a heavy veteran in pf2e and have experience with pf1e/bg3 I had a few questions I was hoping to get some help with?

harsh fjord
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Fire away!

wheat zodiac
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I see on d&d beyond there's a bunch of types of books but as I read some seem 3rd party and others don't is there anyway to tell what's standardly allowed across all tables so I don't start by buying the wrong types of books I won't be able to use immediately?

harsh fjord
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I would say you can't go wrong with the Player's Handbook, being the core of the game. Outside of that, it's impossible to say what's accepted across all tables. People will restrict even official materials for various reasons.

wheat zodiac
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Hmm 🤔, perhaps more commonly accepted content then?

harsh fjord
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Since the 5.5/2024 edition is relatively new, there's not much official content out there yet. If we're talking 5e/2014, that's another story,

wheat zodiac
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What's the difference between the 2 besides being new?

harsh fjord
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Small quality of life adjustments for player options. The bulk of the rules are the same. (I haven't dived into it, so I'm not savvy to all the differences.)

wheat zodiac
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Ah so more like a light remaster then, guessing if u learn 5.5 it's safe for using in regular 5e then?

harsh fjord
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You can use 5e stuff in 5.5, but not vice versa. If you learn 5.5, you can definitely learn 5e, but they do have enough small but important differences that it's worth being specific which you're referencing at any given time.

wheat zodiac
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I see so would it be better to learn 5e or 5.5 first?

harsh fjord
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A lot of folks recommend 5.5. I trust their judgment, even if I've been enjoying 5e and don't feel like learning the new parts just now.

wild onyx
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The core is the same, roll a d20 and add a number or two, but specific parts do vary.

wheat zodiac
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Alright thank you that definitely helps, my next question is what app is best for new people getting into it. I know d&d beyond is the official default. But, are there others that are regularly used because they might be cheaper, or more beginner friendly?

harsh fjord
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Different tables use different tools, and none I've heard of touts itself as particularly suited for beginners.

surreal epoch
wheat zodiac
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Fair enough. What's a good way to get started and play around a little before jumping into a campaign like adventure paths for Pathfinder Society?

harsh fjord
wheat zodiac
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More of is there an organized play group for meeting people to play small single sessions instead of full campaigns

harsh fjord
#

Sure, there's Adventurers League. We have a whole section of the server dedicated to it (see #channel-guide).

stray trellis
#

2014 monks, are they proficient in long swords? I read something about a dedicated monk weapon but I’m not sure if that’s 2024

wheat zodiac
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Thank you. You've been very helpful

harsh fjord
wild onyx
harsh fjord
wheat zodiac
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Cheers 🎉

stray trellis
stray trellis
stray kayak
#

Here's an idea i had for a dnd campaign: it's an isekai but the players are dnd characters and a cavalry runs over them without knowing and then the isekai part is literally just the super mario universe and they have to stop fawful and reclusa while bowser is a secondary antagonist so does this work?

harsh fjord
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You'll probably feel a bit of friction trying to mash Mario and D&D together, but if you're willing to do the work, it could happen!

stray kayak
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Specially if it's a literal isekai but dnd characters in the mario universe and morality not mattering as much as usual

wild onyx
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"How much XP for the goomba?"

chilly kettle
#

Hello^^

My dm is making a ww1 steampunk campaign homebrew.

And I need to make a character without dnd beyond thingy. Can anyone guide me and help me?

chilly kettle
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Hiiiii

How are yoooouuu

lost silo
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If you can't use D&D Beyond not sure how much help we can be as it sounds like your DM is moving heavily away from D&D but do you have specific questions?

chilly kettle
wheat crystal
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How much official content are you using?

chilly kettle
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And races is still five basic ones

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Ask something like "Hey, my DM is making a homebrew steampunk WW1 campaign and I need to create a character without D&D Beyond, anyone willing to help and teach me?" and show them all the things I will send once Im done with them like classes, weapons, new skills etc

( that is his exact word)

lost silo
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Again it sounds like it is heavil not D&D as there are way more than 5 races and if he is making up things, we wont be able to help as we are not in his mind lol

chilly kettle
chilly kettle
lost silo
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ok thats fine, but if it is not D&D based, this may not be the place to get your answers

chilly kettle
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It is dnd though?

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Just like....homebrew and in ww1?

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Lemme ask actually.

lost silo
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have you read the basics yet? maybe you can get answers from that

exotic remnantBOT
wheat crystal
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Your DM is using heavy homebrew, im just seeing how far they are going. Custom classes for everyone is already pretty far removed from regular 5e. If the only thing similar is some of the species in the Basic Rules (since there’s even more than 5 in the free content), then it’s going to be difficult to give useful advice

chilly kettle
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I think. But I'm not sure on how to make my character yet. Like not on technicality. But like choosing something.

lost silo
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Ok again, if all he is using is a fraction of the races that many game systems use, but is making up the rest, he is not playing D&D, but a homebrew game in which case without having his rulebook or his brain in a fancy golden jar, we cannot help much unless you ask specific questions that may be answrable as if it was D&D

chilly kettle
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Hmmm...okay then how about this? I want to create a character. I will choose a class later but for now any advice on character creation?

lost silo
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Start with your class and race

wheat crystal
chilly kettle
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Alrighty

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For race I chose an elf. And I chatted with my dm so I'm getting a spy/rouge class kinda thing with some shadow magic. Or at least something similar. I like rouges.

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What else?

stray kayak
wheat crystal
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You need your background, and then your backstory

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Well, the latter is technically optional

wild onyx
chilly kettle
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Okay.

Are they not same thing? Background and backstory?

wheat crystal
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But you should collaborate with your DM on that

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No your background is a mechanical choice and component of your character

chilly kettle
wheat crystal
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Your backstory is a narrative component

chilly kettle
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Oh! Right. For skill professioncy I can have up to 4? Including background?

wheat crystal
chilly kettle
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Tell them that not all classes will be custom (some only renamed) and that it's still at development level, I haven't finished everything, as a matter of fact I finished very little. Starting equipment will be made too, and adjusting things for character creation

(That's what boss said.)

wheat crystal
wild onyx
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"I had a fine life as a pickpocket and petty thief until one day my luck ran out. The judge offered me hard labour or the draft, so here I am. Still not sure I made the right choice..."

wheat crystal
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Your background gives 2, your species may give some, and your class will usually give at least 2

chilly kettle
wheat crystal
chilly kettle
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Where can I send a pic?

wheat crystal
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Where are you making your sheet? Pics aren’t allowed in this channel but you can upload your sheet to a trusted file sharing site like Google Drive and send the share link to that

chilly kettle
chilly kettle
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Also no. My dm sent me a message and I wanted to show that.

wheat crystal
chilly kettle
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;-;

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Okay...fair enough.

lost silo
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The basic rules in the bot I sent before had a section on character creation. you should try to go through that and then when you are stumped on something specific see how your DM wants to handle it as it seems they are very comunicative

wheat crystal
chilly kettle
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Sorryyyyyyyyyyy

Like I'm honest lost. I'm just so excited to play this so I dunno what I'm doing 😭

chilly kettle
wheat crystal
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Perception is always good if you can take it

chilly kettle
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Huh. 🤔

That is...honestly good advise as we would be using ww1 weapons

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Okay! I will read that character creation more throughly now and ask when I'm confused

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Thanks a bunch staroflight san and mitcho chano San and Mr Smith san

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Huh...

Guys can I use dnd beyond character sheet to track my progress? Like, I want my Character to be elf. So in the sheet I write elf and class I choose let's say sharp shooter.

Like can I do that? Or are there only paladin and fighter classes?

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The dnd Character creation adviced to use it

wild onyx
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If your DM is setting things up, they may share the custom content for the game.

Without that you may be best off using the form-fillable PDF. It'll mean completing the details yourself, but at least it'll be neat.

chilly kettle
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Form fillable pdf? Like a blank sheet made for dnd that I can fill myself?

wild onyx
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Yes.

chilly kettle
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Where can I find that?

ornate kiln
ornate kiln
chilly kettle
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Huh. Mr Smith. My dm was said I can make a dnd beyond sheet to track my levels and progress and spell slots.

But won't it be a problem for his custom weapons? I said can't I write your weapons there? Now we are both wondering that

chilly kettle
ornate kiln
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you can try your hand at the DnD beyond homebrew tools, but be warned they are not very easy or intuitive to use

lost silo
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Is your DM new as well? Maybe he should come in here and talk in the DM channels to get some advice. To answer your question, you can customize weapons on D&D Beyon to read how you want or even homebrew them, but that is more advanced

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but even customizing takes a little experience

chilly kettle
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Wait how do I give him link to this???

ornate kiln
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to this server? you can get the invite link up top

wild onyx
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Or tap the three dots on your DM's profile and select "Invite to server."

chilly kettle
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Done!

mental tusk
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Hello hello

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It is me the DM

chilly kettle
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My only dm

(Psssst. He gets jealous if I say I have other dms.)

mental tusk
mental tusk
chilly kettle
mental tusk
chilly kettle
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#like this

lost silo
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I encourage all of my players to have multiple DMs if they are into playing many games a week

chilly kettle
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...sad

mental tusk
mental tusk
cinder bloom
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Quick question, if I as a player purchases the player handbook and Xandurs guide to everything, would I be able to share that content with my DM and other characters? Or would I have to purchase the book for my DM??

lost silo
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You can share as long as you or the DM (or others in the campaign) pay for master tier (assuming you are asking for D&D Beyond)

chilly kettle
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-#banananaa lalalala

cinder bloom
mental tusk
chilly kettle
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  • #this is Hella confusing
lost silo
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In the campaign, you or someone has to activate Content Sharing, then All books that everyone has in that campaign are shared (unless someone goes and manually turns off what they are willing to share)

chilly kettle
#

-banana? Apple?#

mental tusk
chilly kettle
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-# Lalala

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-# banana

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Ooooohhhhhhhhhh

lost silo
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This is not meant to be a general chat channel. this is for new folks to ask questions.

chilly kettle
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-# I know dark magic muahahahahahaha

chilly kettle
cinder bloom
lost silo
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No Problem!!! Good Luck

median panther
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On the character sheet's bio section what am I supposed to write on the Treasure part??

timid locust
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That's for loot you find on your adventure. You don't start with anything there.

median panther
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OK thanks 👍

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Is it the same with the Allies and Organizations? Should I leave it blank?

lost silo
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For now yes but your DM may allow you to start with some if it makes sense for their game

safe blade
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what's the stance on Dragonborn's using the Breath outside of combat to interact with the environment?

Example being fire/lighting to light up an area/trigger an explosion

edgy onyx
safe blade
edgy onyx
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PHB: "After using your breath weapon, you cannot use it again until you complete a short or long rest."

Fizban's: "You can use your Breath Weapon a number of times equal to your proficiency bonus, and you regain all expended uses when you finish a long rest."

safe blade
edgy onyx
umbral trench
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Hi everyone! I’m new to D&D and I’ve really been wanting to get into it. Does anyone have any tips or ideas of how to start playing?

exotic remnantBOT
lost silo
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check out the basics in the bot to get started

umbral trench
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Okay, thank you

lost silo
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then hop back if u have specific questions and we'd be glad to help

umbral trench
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Thank you!!!╰(´︶`)╯♡

warm idol
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I’m not a “new” dm but a more novice dm.

Does anyone have any good places I can find basic maps etc etc

dark epoch
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Is it possible to put a spell into a scroll to use later?

buoyant elk
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Hello

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new here , would anyone be able to show me and or tell me how this works

exotic remnantBOT
lime turret
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@buoyant elk Look at the above links.

buoyant elk
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thankk youuu

lime turret
buoyant elk
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joining an in person group in my area soon

lime turret
lime turret
warm idol
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Can’t find any ones that aren’t very get pixelated

loud pumice
zenith path
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i have two character concepts one is a goth-daddy edgelord and the other is well greg what should i choose

echo kelp
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Flip a coin?

wild onyx
wild onyx
hot steppe
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Did my first longish one shot last night. Used an artificer and was able to build a mini backstory. I got some terrible rolls but had a lot of fun. I’m hooked and want to know how to be able to make a post in looking for players. I would like to be able to post my schedule, experience and such how do I go about that?

lean vortex
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It has the instructions youre looking for

hot steppe
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Ah thank you appreciate you so much Legendary

dim jewel
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Hello, I'm trying to figure out where/why I have Disadvantage on my character sheet. It says I have Disadvantage on STR and DEX when not proficient with armor worn under Saving Throws. I have leather armor and a shield, and I'm proficient in Light Armor

edgy onyx
dim jewel
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No... How can I get more proficiencies? Shield isn't an option for now

edgy onyx
dim jewel
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Thanks. Does it mean shields are completely out of the picture for me (warlock)? Or it just comes with leveling up?

edgy onyx
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Proficiencies usually don't just come from leveling up in most cases

dim jewel
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Oh. Thank you very much for the explanation. I thought having a shield would be an easy way to up my AC, but I guess I just need to focus on remaining far away

wraith osprey
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For the Warlock consider Armor of Agathys.

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And Hellish Rebuke. Make them pay for hitting you.

Fiendish Vigor at Lev 2 to get False Life.

harsh fjord
devout sapphire
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im looking for some people to play d&d with message me

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
lost silo
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Follow the easy steps in the bot to find or post about what you’re looking for. Soliciting for games in this channel is against the rules

wheat zodiac
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Is there a way to dual wield 2handed weapons or anything that makes it so you can consistently wield oversized weapons?

rugged birch
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You can just flavor your 1h weapons and just say "I'm wielding two giant swords" my player is flavoring one of his weapons as a chain sword from 40k

wheat zodiac
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Ah but no actual way to wield 2 actual greatswords then?

edgy onyx
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Nope. A 2 handed weapon requires two hands to use, and no feature removes that requirement

wheat zodiac
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Ah then I merely need 4 hands!

edgy onyx
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Only option for that is the Thri-Kreen, but sadly even then they are not able to dual wield 2 handed weapons, as their extra hands have limits

wheat zodiac
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Dang

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I'm not familiar yet with how attacking with multiple weapons works in general but how would a thri kreen attacking turn look if it had a 2h and 2 agile weapons?

sand sonnet
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Hey everyone, I’m really new to DnD and practically don’t know anything I’m going to download the app is there anything else I should use or know before starting?

crude comet
sand sonnet
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I downloaded the beyond app

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Should I open a browser for the website then?

crude comet
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I personally would suggest that. Are you going to create a practice character? That's a good way to start. You should read the step by step guide in the basic rules while you do it so you understand what you're doing.

sand sonnet
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Ok thanks I’ll start by doing that

crude comet
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Let us know if you've got any questions!

sand sonnet
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Ok thank you i really appreciate it

edgy onyx
wheat zodiac
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Ah

sand sonnet
crude comet
# exotic remnant

There's a Basic Rules link here, which goes through character creation step by step.

sand sonnet
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Ok thank you I’ll read all the rules in depth

median spruce
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Hey guys i’m brand new to this i wanna start a campaign with my friends via discord whats the best way and any tips

pine cargo
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I'm new as well and recently made my oc Shad, idea of look in hero forge tab lol. But I honestly wouldn't know but would love to get into DnD

wintry robin
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Hi I'm zay I just made a character on DND beyond but I have no experience in DND except for a half attempt at the 360 game and I'm wondering what I should do to play online

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If anybody could help that would be amazing 😭

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I don't know anybody who plays but I've always wanted to try

hearty blaze
wintry robin
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Forums?

plucky ridge
# wintry robin Forums?

D&D Beyond has forums and some include play by post games and general recruitment for games

pine cargo
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Wha

plucky ridge
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Do you need new player help? 🙂

wary kindle
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how should i dm as a new player? i have already decided on creating my own campaign

plucky ridge
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I think being open and honest is important. Being open to feedback from players but also capable of being firm when needed (recognize this is hard). Having fun definitely!

crude comet
# wary kindle how should i dm as a new player? i have already decided on creating my own campa...

Keep in mind being a new DM and making your own campaign is like playing DMing on hard difficulty. That's not to say don't do it, but it's not the easiest way to start.

My main tip is to keep the scope small. Prep the next session and nothing else so that you can change things as you go and get better. Also, don't be afraid to look up rules or ask your players to take 5 while you rearrange your prep if they do something unexpected.

pine cargo
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What are basic things I should first get as a new player as a ranger?

hearty blaze
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Wdym “get”

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Like gear?

pine cargo
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Like things to basically get into the game in general

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I already made my character on DND beyond

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Sorry that was worded confusing

hearty blaze
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Learn spellcasting, how combat works, ability checks and modifiers

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Oh and send a link to your character sheet here so it can be reviewed

pine cargo
hearty blaze
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If you go to manage character near the bottom there should hopefully be something

pine cargo
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That? Idk TvT

weary river
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Hi, yes I come new

pine cargo
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Same

devout sapphire
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im new to dnd if any groups wanna invite me to play with them im a 24 M

ornate kiln
devout sapphire
solar igloo
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I have a server where I host stuff like this :)

but if I want to play someone else’s games how?

silk falcon
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we have channels for finding players and dms if thats what youre looking for

solar igloo
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Yes

silk falcon
solar igloo
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Thanks

solar igloo
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-# but

nocturne pumice
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hi

lost temple
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Hi guys I'm new do u guys know some things to learn or need to know abt cleric

nocturne pumice
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im also new to this and im trying to learn how to play as a wizard

hearty blaze
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Both of yall should go read up on spellcasting

nocturne pumice
hearty blaze
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/tag new spells

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?tag new spells

exotic remnantBOT
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dynoError No tag spells found in category new.

hearty blaze
nocturne pumice
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thanks

pine cargo
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What sucks is while I'm looking through the posts for #looking-for-players, all of em seem to be taking place when I'd be asleep since I work full time night shift lol. That's seriously gonna make it harder for me I feel

prime owl
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Ain't that a mood

uncut stirrup
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Hello everyone

cosmic drum
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Hey guys, just joined in😁

exotic remnantBOT
sick vale
# nocturne pumice thanks

Adding to what the other person posted
Most classes have spells that u should probably get in them
For wizard this is mage armor and sheild

worldly elbow
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Is Armor of Shadows worth taking as a Lvl 3 warlock?

ornate kiln
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its +1 AC vs studded leather, so not essential but its not bad

wintry tapir
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It’s decent. If your game doesn’t make use of cover very often or the dm targets casters a lot, it’s more useful. If you can make use of cover often or don’t often find yourself the target of attack, there’s probably better things.

limpid patio
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Hii

exotic remnantBOT
rough tundra
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Does anyone know if there's people who play dnd with discord but where you dont have to use vc? im fairly new to dnd, i played it with my friends for around a year but we havent had a session in ages because one of them moved to canada but would really like to play. I dont really like using vc though due to being a minor and i have quite a bad stutter

rugged birch
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I think PBP(Play By Post) is the gametyle you may be asking about? Idk any details though.

harsh fjord
rugged birch
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Funny enough I was invited to one in #find-a-game but declined since I was looking for vtt vc games.

rough tundra
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Oh okay yeah, thank you, will keep a look out for those

rugged birch
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If you make a #find-a-game post you can specify you want PBP games!

harsh fjord
rugged birch
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Dang! That's what I call a resource. Go razor wing!!!

rough tundra
rough tundra
harsh fjord
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Varies, I think. I know some of those sites have Discords, so do some searching.

rough tundra
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Okay yeah, Thank you for your help

median panther
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Guys on the characters sheet bio section what goes on the additional features and traits??

wild onyx
median panther
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OK thanks! With that then my character is complete

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Thanks for the help!

median spruce
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Is there any way of doing dnd with friends via discord? And what’s the best way to go about it?

echo kelp
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?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
echo kelp
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^ Might find some good info in the post above

exotic remnantBOT
gritty karma
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idk how the character sheet works can someone help me

echo kelp
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And feel free to ask specific questions as you run into things

gritty karma
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i already created a charcter i just need to know how the character sheet works like what does everything do and all that

echo kelp
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Well if you have a specific question then we can provide specific answers - but you need to be a bit more specific

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?tag new sheet

exotic remnantBOT
#

Character Sheet

To keep track of important information about your character, you need a character sheet, whether it’s a printed character sheet, a digital character sheet, or plain paper. Choose whichever style of sheet works for you, and then embark on creating a character! Chapter 2 of the Free Rules walks you through the steps of character creation.

If you're struggling with the myriad character choices available, premade characters are a great way to streamline character creation and get playing. All you have to do is browse through the available paper or digital options to see which is most appealing.

echo kelp
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Your character sheet helps you know your character stats (ability scores, saving throws, modifiers, proficiency bonuses, what skills you're proficient in, what attacks/weapons/spells you have, your hit points, your armor class, your initiative score, your inventory, your class features, your background features...)

gritty karma
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ok

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what does it mean by faith is my first question

echo kelp
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That is optional but in some D&D games and campaigns, that is used to indicate which god/gods your character follows

gritty karma
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ohh

echo kelp
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It has no mechanical impact except where your DM makes it have such impact

gritty karma
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ok ok

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second question what does alignment mean

echo kelp
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Alignment is a shorthand way to help you understand how your character might view and act

gritty karma
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oh ok

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makes sense

lost silo
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are you good or evil or neutral. are u chaotic or lawful

echo kelp
#

That said, don't feel like your character must always behave that way - again this is more of a shorthand prompt on how you could roleplay your character.

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Some D&D games may lean more heavily into using alignment in a mechanical way but many do not.

gritty karma
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now

lost silo
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there ya go lol

gritty karma
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how does someone that is dragonborn have skin

gritty karma
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THEY HAVE SCALES

echo kelp
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Skin = scales

gritty karma
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so like red or smt

echo kelp
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It's just a way of indicating the coloration of their skin/scales/hide/fur

lost silo
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that section is just they way to describe the way you look and the way u act/think in VERY general terms

gritty karma
#

also same with hair

lost silo
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again just generic terms to help u flesh out yer character

gritty karma
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yea but what would i put

lost silo
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what color hair or none or bald or spiked

gritty karma
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btw wdym by "spiked"

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rq

lost silo
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is yer hair spike, parted, bald, do u have cool lizardy looking spikes

echo kelp
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or a frill?

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Or maybe your dragonborn really has hair...

gritty karma
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a frill look goofy tbh lol

echo kelp
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But you can describe anyway you want (as long as it's just flavor and has no mechanical impact)

gritty karma
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i think

lost silo
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ok cool.

gritty karma
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this is what my character looks like

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it wont lemme send it 3:

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wait

echo kelp
#

Make sure to read the server rules

gritty karma
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can i dm one of yall

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what he looks like

echo kelp
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You can use a reputable image/file hosting service and share a link to an image that way.

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Liek Google Drive

gritty karma
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ok

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lemme try that

fading ermine
#

Do most people here use a voice when speaking for their character?

echo kelp
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Not necessary but many players do modulate their voice to refelct tehir character

ornate kiln
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like full on accent, voice acting? probably not the majority.

slight variants in expression and pitch? probably many

gritty karma
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btw found out how to send it

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ok lemme send it now

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this is what he looks like :3

fading ermine
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Thanks I am trying to create a voice, though it's been 2 sessions, out of a planned 50-ish. I think it's okay to just drop a new accent anyway, eh?

gritty karma
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@echo kelp and @lost silo

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found out how

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sent it

echo kelp
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Can you make it a publicly shareable link?

harsh fjord
gritty karma
echo kelp
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See the bit about sharing a file/folder publicly

gritty karma
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i think i did it

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maybe

echo kelp
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Yep! Nice!

gritty karma
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yayy ^^

echo kelp
#

also note server rules regarding no AI-generated work so make sure to source your art ethically and cite the artist and link back to them per server rules

gritty karma
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now what kinda hair does he have

echo kelp
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But looks good

gritty karma
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ok

echo kelp
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They have lizard-like spikes and a frill

gritty karma
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ok

lost silo
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agreed

fading ermine
#

I had Copilot create character art based on my character sheet. It actually did a pretty good job. I understand the AI restriction but it is useful at times esp if you know how to prompt it well. I would guess very few people who play D&D are skilled artists

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Otherwise my art would be a stick figure smiling, near a house with the sun in the upper right corner, as it should be

gritty karma
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now... skin color?

lost silo
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and a bird that is a dot and 2 arcs

lost silo
echo kelp
gritty karma
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ok

echo kelp
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(there is no wrong answer here - this has no mechanical impact on the game)

gritty karma
#

is red-orange good?

echo kelp
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Sure

lost silo
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perfect

gritty karma
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ok

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got it all down :3

lost silo
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congrats!

gritty karma
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yayy

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now

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how does the actual things like attacks proficiency and other things work

lost silo
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have u read the basics in this bot?

exotic remnantBOT
lost obsidian
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Hello there people

lost silo
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those are all explained pretty well in there

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howdy kermit, let us know if you have any questions

lost obsidian
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Thanks mate. If I ever do I will let yall know

gritty karma
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hey undying noob can u frien me

orchid arch
#

Hello

wheat crystal
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Welcome!

gritty karma
#

wat

wheat crystal
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Did you have a question?

gritty karma
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no...

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why?

wheat crystal
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Just because you said “wat”

placid axle
#

Heyy, I'm coming from BG3 and I was wondering if I'm kind of wondering if im stepping into a new ball park.... Like is there similarities at all?