#dnd-newcomers

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woven torrent
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and i have a preference question

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i want to have a soundboard ready for like doors opening, walking, fighting, etc any recommendations for mobile

hearty escarp
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Hm, I suppose discord has a soundboard you could utilize?
But personally, sessions are usually too fast paced for me to also manage a soundboard.

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As a DM you'll have many other plates spinning that you may want to concentrate on instead.

ornate oak
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i use kenku bot & its a lifesaver for me when it comes to background music!! AA_PinkBunny_Peekstarspin but i always dm on my desktop so theres that... Tzuki_sweat

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when i dm in person i just dont bother with a soundboard at all heh

woven torrent
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ohhh i wont have access to my pc

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ornate oak
woven torrent
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it seems so simple when i read the books 💔

hearty escarp
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You might need to keep track of multiple npcs, in combat especially. You may also often need to look up rules/inspiration during a session to respond to the players.

ornate oak
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yeah its not like its impossible, but in my opinion, the mental energy i put into operating the soundboard would be better off spent in thinking abt npcs reactions, or whatevers going on the world AA_Kanna_Hmm

woven torrent
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i take all your advice and i see it’s a bad idea but immersion 🥺

wild onyx
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I'll often start a conversation in-character (as the DM) but then move to a third-person style after the first couple of lines. Unless we're really vibing, or exact words are important, we've got an adventure to get on with.

hearty escarp
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There are entire youtube playlists for DnD

wild onyx
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(Also some players can have difficulty getting to the point, or asking the questions they actually need answers to when they're filtering everything through their character's viewpoint. Helps lessen the cognitive load a bit.)

ornate oak
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yeah!! especially if its just a super minor npc anyway, talking meta & straight to the point helps keep the game rolling smoothly pating starspin

woven torrent
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so prioritize fun and smoothness over all..

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how do i know if im saying enough descriptive words as a dm and how can i change things up if they aren’t having fun

wild onyx
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If you've hit all the five main senses in a location, that's plenty. Sometimes a wall is just a wall.

woven torrent
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what do they taste

wild onyx
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I ain't answering that!

woven torrent
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di some people have 6 senses?

wild onyx
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Humans have more than five senses, but in casual conversation the primary senses are the ones typically referenced.

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You can also use different ways of describing things based on the characters. Say there's a dwarf in the party. You might say "there's a stone house here with a thatched roof," or you could say "there's a well-built house here, made of locally sourced grey stone."

woven torrent
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i see

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how do i get my players wanting more

timid locust
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Always a tough question. I'm sure you'll get 10 different answers from 10 different DMs. I think at the core of any suggestion is to get to know your players better, to understand what they like. People are always more invested when the game features things they like

edgy onyx
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And in addition those 10 different DMs don't know your players and what they like/prefer better than you 😎

young mortar
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Hello all I have a few questions about character creation if anyone is free I want to know about races that are allowed in most campaigns im trying to get me and friends into DnD but im not too sure if the characters we roughly made would fit into some of the campaigns that are here at least species wise (Thri-kreen, Loxodon, Owlin, Plasmoid and a few others) just want to make a smooth experience for them and a easy start for the dm sorry if this question doesnt make sense im trying to make some characters now

loud pumice
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It really depends on the setting the DM will have you in

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Although I'd imagine most would be ok with the species chosen as long as it's not broken homebrew

timid locust
# young mortar Hello all I have a few questions about character creation if anyone is free I wa...

If you're worried about species not being accepted by a DM, the safest thing would be to pick a species from the Basic Rules. The further away you get from those options, the less likely a DM is going to be to accept your idea.

In order of likelihood:

  • Almost guaranteed: any species from the Basic Rules
  • Highly likely: any species from an official supplement that doesn't have a flight speed
  • Likely, but not guaranteed: any official species that has a flight speed, or a species from Spelljammer book
  • Unlikely: a species from a popular homebrew 3rd party supplement
  • Very unlikely: a species homebrewed by you, the player
sonic silo
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Hello everyone hope you're all in good health. I am brand new to DnD, wanted to try it for sometime, unfortunately I Don't really have a local community so going online is my only shot. Been trying to learn about the game through a few youtube videos and teaching threads, however I still feel extremely lost. Seems like it's something that can only be learned by doing. Any recommendations on how to properly learn how to do things and if there are any places for possible One-shots for teaching purposes 🐦

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

young mortar
paper yarrow
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Oh heck yes!! Thank you for doing an intro !! Im totaly new as well and got very intimidated when I opened this thread and read the discussion.

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Ps. Ive been wanting to play since highschool but could never score an invite.

timid locust
young mortar
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Understood thank you ill get to it

paper yarrow
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Sooooo.... Back to the other questions that they asked. Does anyone know any good sites or even games ( not Baldurs Gate) that can be used as a practice run before I try to find a real campaign. Point being I really dont want to make a full of myself being the moto noob I am.

timid locust
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That's a tough one, because the core of what makes DnD DnD is the social aspect. It's hard to 'practice' for DnD by yourself.

paper yarrow
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Damn. I thought the answer might be something like that. Ok , thanks for the help. Im off to go act a fool in someones game.

loud pumice
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Try doing some one-shots

timid locust
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That being said, games that use the 5e system as their base, such as Baldur's Gate 3, Solasta, or the older Neverwinter games can give a vague insight into how the mechanics work.

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

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

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

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

sterile estuary
# paper yarrow Sooooo.... Back to the other questions that they asked. Does anyone know any goo...

I will say, listening to D&D podcasts isn't a bad start, especially if you already have a good understanding of the rules. If you need more of an understanding of the rules, then just devoting a few hour-long study sessions reading through some of the necessary sections of the PHB will help a lot. You don't need to read all of the class descriptions, just the one you're playing, but reading through all the combat rules and suchlike is very helpful.

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But if you just don't know where to start with roleplaying, then podcasts are a great option.

loud pumice
paper yarrow
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Oh my gosh. I leave for 5 minutes and I miss the knowledge dump. Thank you so much!! Im so excited Im not sure where to begin....... probably with the studying. I oddly love to study. Oh and the podcast!! I can totally listen to those while I do chores.

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@sterile estuary Do you have any good podcast recomendations?

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@wild onyx Cant help but be genuine all the time its a blessing and a curse. Hopefully that will serve me well when I finally feel brave enough to join a game.

sterile estuary
# paper yarrow <@1290376876258496544> Do you have any good podcast recomendations?

Okay there's a spectrum of dnd podcasts, there's the very serious and the very whimsical. Some can be both, like Dungeons and Daddies, but if you want to learn the rules as well from the podcast, then that won't help you very much. None of them figured out how to play D&D until session 65 or so. If you want something more serious, then Critical Roll or Icebound might be more your preference. My personal favorite is Just Roll With it, and they're usually on the whimsical side with the occasional very serious moment.

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Then you have the extremely whimsy levels in most of Legends of Avantris's campaigns like Uprooted or Once upon a Witchlight. Although, Icebound is also one of their campaigns and that one leans toward the being very grim.

paper yarrow
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I like whimsy. Whimsy is good. So Ill definitely try Just Roll With it.

sterile estuary
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Awesome! They also have a pretty good mix of combat and roleplaying. Very good character development too, especially for Gillion.

paper yarrow
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Yay! Im so excited !! Honestly Im going to go get started right now. Thank you all for your help!!

timid locust
woven torrent
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when player attacks, they roll d20, if above ac they then roll the corresponding dice?

wild onyx
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Roll a d20, adding the ability score modifier and proficiency bonus (if applicable).

If the total is equal or higher than the target's AC that's a hit. Then you get to roll for damage.

ornate kiln
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almost:

  • if you get the same number as the AC, you also hit
  • you add your modifiers to the d20
woven torrent
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proficiency is from race and class yes?

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and ability score modifier you mean like the plus and minus for every stat? and it’s just their attack stat? dex for bow, strength for axe and wtv?

ornate kiln
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yes basically, proficiency with weapons is very rarely from race though

woven torrent
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what is prof from generally

wild onyx
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Class.

ornate kiln
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for weapons: class

woven torrent
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oh!

ornate kiln
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races/species gives out proficiencies for skills most often, but not always

woven torrent
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i wish to build a map on pc, not to play on or host for visuals and planning, and stuff, any suggestions? free and pc or mobile

wild onyx
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A map of rooms or a geographical region?

woven torrent
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ah! okay, i want both, a large continental map, then inside more detail but not high detail

wild onyx
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Inkarnate can get you started. #dnd-maps can help further.

For interiors, Dungeon Scrawl can help.

woven torrent
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both free?

wild onyx
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Sure, although paid versions exist with more features.

fair finch
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i want to start playing with people online and chatting and stuff. where should i go/start?

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timid locust
fair finch
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what if i still don't know how to play? i am a complete beginner and i never actually played a game myself, but i watched a ton of DnD related stuff before
and i also play a ton of rpgs if that's useful i guess

bronze seal
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I just made my first character and i need some feedback on it

woven torrent
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i just got magic items, i was wondering: how often do people usually give them out, do the rarities mean much? and i know it’s bad in any game to give the player all legendary gear consistently but tell me what could go wrong so i know why

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timid locust
wild onyx
timid locust
fair finch
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wild onyx
timid locust
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timid locust
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Depending on how many 'bosses' your party fights, that could make your party pretty powerful pretty quickly. But that depends on the dispense rate and which magic items in particular they're receiving. Not all magic items are made equal.

woven torrent
fair finch
patent cipher
woven torrent
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i don’t have sadly

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wait is that the purple one

patent cipher
woven torrent
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oh you said 2024

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i have 2014

patent cipher
woven torrent
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thank you

patent cipher
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it recommends roughly 6 common, 4 uncommon, and 1 rare magic item by the time they level up to level 5

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across the whole party

patent cipher
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so 1 common and one uncommon each in that instance

woven torrent
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i always hear “don’t make a game” why?

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i wanna make a game

timid locust
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I haven't really heard that in particular. Perhaps you mean "don't make a homebrew game"? As a new DM, it's highly, highly recommended to run a pre-written campaign before you dip your toes into making something from scratch

woven torrent
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that is news to me thank you but no people tell me not to plan every little detail and route as if they se splaying a video game because it will go bad

timid locust
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Ah, I see what you mean. Yes, that's good advice.

woven torrent
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why is that

ornate kiln
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players will do things you dont expect, and will want to go down paths you are not entirely prepared for.

woven torrent
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what if the 5 paths and the forest surrounding the starting town are all written “game” routes?

ornate kiln
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I think its better to approach prep like this

  • there is a problem in a place, and these are the creatures that are causing or are affected by it because of x reasons.
  • here is how the PCs becomes aware of the problem and here are a bunch of reasons why they would be interested
  • from there, your adventure is pretty flexible while still having a clear goal.
  • its better to flesh out places, people and motivations instead of "storylines" or "routes"
timid locust
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ornate kiln
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no? why would it be

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go here, kill minion, come back and claim reward?

ornate kiln
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that is not at all what I wrote

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that is just one possible way to make an aventure

wild onyx
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Get the characters involved in a tricky situation in an interesting location then as the party approach a possible solution reveal an unwelcome complication.

ornate kiln
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right, much more concise

wild onyx
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I've got an even shorter one too.

woven torrent
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and what do i do if there is a stalemate in the mission, they didn’t “fix the issue” but the ordeal is somehow over

wild onyx
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Guess we'll find out how the situation evolves next episode!

woven torrent
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a lot of improv?

ornate kiln
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you set logical consequences for the characters' actions

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yes, it does involve a decent amount of improv

wild onyx
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Doesn't have to be, if your situations are being generated by motivated actors in uneven relationships. They'll do what they do!

ornate kiln
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improv does get easier if you have a good grasp on motivations and stakes, yeah

woven torrent
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is there a “cannon” dnd map(s) with every city on grid for fights? like all of baldurs gate

ornate kiln
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I guess prewritten official adventures have "cannon" maps? but I dont think that is quite what you had in mind

woven torrent
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noo like the sword coast

ornate kiln
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sure there are official maps for that, but not every city in detail

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you can check the forgotten realms wiki online, its pretty well maintained but does not differentiate much between old and new lore

woven torrent
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lore changed?

ornate kiln
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oh yeah lore gets updated, discarded and retconned all the time

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usually with edition changes

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but its not really important, just chose the version you like best or do your own alterations in your game

timid crystal
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any D&D like material can be used for campaigns in my eyes

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whether you want to roleplay some wow or eso is totally fine with me

wild onyx
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Nobody needs a full gridded map of a city. Much easier to prep some locations where a grid might be useful. Turn them sideways or flip them to use them again.

main fulcrum
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Yeah city maps and battle maps have different needs

timid crystal
ornate kiln
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thank you! I put a lot of work into it

woven torrent
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any recommendations on videos

ornate kiln
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Ginni Di and Matt Collville have good videos for tips on running the game

daring vault
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hello everyone this is my first time here

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does anyone know how i can get into a group to play? iv never played dnd before

wild onyx
# daring vault does anyone know how i can get into a group to play? iv never played dnd before

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.

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But you might want to check the free rules first and have a go at building a character.

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daring vault
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thanks so much for the help ill do that now

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i dont think i can comment tho on the other chats

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how can i talk in the other chats like others can?

wild onyx
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The various #looking channels are all threaded. You'd have to go into a particular post to reply to them.

Meanwhile, the #channel-guide can show you the other discussion areas.

daring vault
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thank you ❤️

sharp stream
coarse stump
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Hello, I've never played DnD before, but I want to so badly. Is anyone looking for new players?

loud pumice
sharp stream
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Looking now thank you

fair finch
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i want to make my first character but i don't know what to make them. a fighter seems the best option for newcomer but wizards sound really interesting. and if i do choose a wizard idk if i should pick that class or a sorcerer/warlock

proper bear
fair finch
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since i always liked being a support in any game but not interested in any of the healing classes

fair finch
proper bear
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Hmm I see

proper bear
fair finch
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i never went on a dnd campaign in my life before and people say fighter is easy so i wanted something easy to start with

fair finch
proper bear
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Wait scratch my words, fighter would be better, wizards have a lot of spells that would give you a bit of tough decisions

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Sorcerer is a close second

fair finch
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oh ok tysm

proper bear
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Of course!

fair finch
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btw how do i balance my character's stats? i want to give them like a VERY interesing backstory of being a person from a big family of priests- healers idk what they are called in dnd, but he didn't like that and said :"f*** it we ball" and just ran away and picked a different class

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is there like a number i shouldn't go over for max sum, of stats

harsh fjord
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?tag new abilities

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Abilities

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

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

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

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

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

proper bear
harsh fjord
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Stick with the standard array (described above) until you have a table and the DM says otherwise.

fair finch
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ok thanks
btw i REEEEALLY want to start a first game but idk how much i should know before i start. i am not really the type of person that reads stuff, i understand things better in action

proper bear
harsh fjord
proper bear
fair finch
fair finch
proper bear
steady plank
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learn the rest as u go

proper bear
hearty barn
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yea

steady plank
magic zephyr
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I am creating a for my first-ever adventure. We are using the Heroes of the Borderlands starter set.

Do people usually go into character creation blind about the adventures?

I want to customize my equipment because there are some redundancies in what I get from my species and background.

Where can I research to prepare my character without spoiling the story. For example, my background gives me a bedroll, which is fine if I will be able to use it in the game, but I dont even know if there is extreme cold in this adventure.

hearty blaze
lost silo
woven torrent
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gotcha

woven torrent
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what biomes? ig? are in dnd? i only know of normal feyrune and shadowfell very vaguely. what else is in the world

hearty barn
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a lot

hearty escarp
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(look for the field called habitat and click for a dropdown)

junior geode
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Heyyy uh not my first time playing dnd, but I’m fairly new to it and I wanted to try DMing for a group of friends, I was wondering if anyone has any good oneshot recommendations or and tips on how to dm

hearty escarp
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It includes tips for DMs and almost works like a dnd "tutorial"

junior geode
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Oooh okay, that sounds great!

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Thank you!! :>

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exotic scroll
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My dm friend making us play that

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It's my first time

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I am trying to learn because they invited me but I think it could be troll

worldly mist
# exotic scroll What dragon of icespire peak

I played a couple of sessions of that adventure with my brother as the DM. Basically it starts as a series of posted quests you choose to pursue that eventually leads to a conflict with the dragon of icespire peak.

exotic scroll
edgy onyx
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Few minor issues that might require the DM to do a bit of work, but overall a great adventure

karmic knot
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Hello

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I came here to get started find a few DnD servers to enjoy and what not

wild onyx
karmic knot
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Nay sadly

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Embarrassing as it is I'm used to the text style style of RP like the usual ones you find in discord rps usually

wild onyx
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See this: #dnd-newcomers message

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

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

karmic knot
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Ooh

wild onyx
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There are text games, you'll see them referred to as play by post (PbP). Some are live chat, others are asynchronous.

karmic knot
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And I wish you only the best of fortune

karmic knot
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What next

wild onyx
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Class, species, background. No wrong choices at this stage. Pick from the free rules options.

south cargo
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Hey there, im a DnD newbie struggling to build my first character. Rolled 18 / 16 / 15 / 14 / 14 / 10 for my ability scores, so I guess I have all the options with only 1 low stat.

I was thinking about characters like Wulfgar (forgotten realms) or Marvel thor or a mix of both (so a martial beast with a bit of lightning magic and maybe a magically returning hammer). Alternatively a paladin smite build or some kind of rogue with a bit of magic mobility to dash around the battlefield.

Any tips how I could build these characters?

lost silo
ebon grove
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Imma be real, I came to see if anyone's looking for a new player for their virtual table -- I haven't d&d'd in like, 6 years and the experience that I do have is limited so I'm looking for someone who is open to me re-learning lots of things... If this potentially dings anyone's bell, please feel free to reach out 🙂

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ebon grove
gaunt cairn
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Hello all, I’m new to dnd and I’m looking to play my first game! Where is a good place to start looking or does anyone know a campaign I may be able to join?

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buoyant mulch
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Hi, I was checking out the #find-a-game area but the average minimum age requirement was 18 for most games.

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I don't have a problem with mature content or problems or aspects at all I actually think it makes the game more fun.

edgy onyx
ornate kiln
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yeah its not like I dont believe any teenager could be okay dealing with these topics, its more of a matter of principle that I wouldnt want to make that judgement call due to the imbalance of power and experience

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but I see how that is frustating for young players who want to get into the game

buoyant mulch
ornate kiln
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you could try, but I wouldnt get my hopes up. It probably a better idea to search for games run by DMs in your age range or games run by adults that are explicitly okay with young players and family friendly

main fulcrum
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You might also have more luck on either a community server or an in person game. It feels less weird to play with teens who are either actually present (with a bunch of other people around at a game store) or part of an existing community than a private game

buoyant mulch
edgy onyx
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Or try and run a game for people around your age yourself 😎
being a DM isn't nearly as difficult as people might make it seem, and there's often a lot of people complaining about 18+ only games

buoyant mulch
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Is there any place else I can look?

main fulcrum
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That's part of what I meant by community server

buoyant mulch
main fulcrum
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Also, just a discord note, but it's generally considered polite to turn off that @on symbol when replying in an ongoing conversation

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So it doesn't ping every time

buoyant mulch
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Ok thx i did not know that.

main fulcrum
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Discord doesn't make it that clear, and won't let you make it off by default. It's why I mention it

chilly kettle
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Uhhhh

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For how long has this looking for dm thing been...a thing?

loud pumice
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wdym?

chilly kettle
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The channel where players look for dms. And dms look for players

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Like...I don't remember seeing it when I joined...

loud pumice
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Those channels have been there since I joined, and to my knowledge they were also there way before I joined

chilly kettle
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And that was like two years ago?🤔

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Huh....interesting...okay...so I put in a...request? Now I wait?

loud pumice
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Pretty much, to my knowledge.

main fulcrum
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I would recommend getting proactive and looking through the posts that want players

chilly kettle
main fulcrum
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Since there's a lot more players than DMs in general

chilly kettle
main fulcrum
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You don't get automatically matched up, so just waiting is very hit or miss

chilly kettle
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There is that as well....okay okay thank yooooouuuu

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Also senior I have a question about what to look for exactly? Like I want to have adventures and fun and make friends?

main fulcrum
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Hard to say without knowing what you like

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Look for descriptions that sound interesting to you Shrug

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And times you're available

dusty fern
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qq all, im a new in d&d, maybe will someone teach me how to play?

wanton bronze
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Hi new to dnd as well looking for a fun group to join and learn from.

ionic cobalt
# exotic remnant

I can still never remember the command. But go here to find a game

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ionic cobalt
plucky jewel
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I’m new ready to play dm

wanton bronze
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How do I post a ad looking for group? I see all the other posts but dont know how myself

chilly kettle
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Uh guys? I just got invited by a guy named arc

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And he gave me a link of sorts. Is it legit?

loud pumice
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what's the link for?

chilly kettle
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Fot community

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Shaokar-looking for community

main fulcrum
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It might be legit. I don't track those posts

loud pumice
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It's probably legit but I'm not entirely sure

main fulcrum
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Though if they ask you to pay for art before a game, it's likely a scam

gaunt cairn
chilly kettle
gaunt cairn
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I was like, I already got my own art, they were like, nah u have to buy from us if u want to join the camp

chilly kettle
main fulcrum
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Yeah, those are a fairly common scam

loud pumice
main fulcrum
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Anything that asks you to pay up front for a "free" game, or honestly, unsolicited DMs in general are probably scams or bots

gaunt cairn
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Yeah lol, I just said i refuse to buy anything, thank u for the opportunity and blocked em

chilly kettle
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Hmmmmm...note taken.🤔

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I will speak with this arc person first and see how it goes

gaunt cairn
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I’ve been looking for games tho, I’ve never played so while we are here… if anyone’s looking lol

edgy onyx
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And even if "just buy character art" -thing wasn't a common scam, it would still be a paid game, not a free one, by definition

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But yeah those ones are basically always scams, and bunch of bad actor wanting to take advantage of the fact that there are a lot of desperate players wanting to play, while it's difficult to get into a game

chilly kettle
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Guys. Is owlbear a thing? Like to play dnd?

lean vortex
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Owlbear rodeo is a vtt yes

ionic cobalt
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OwlBear is honestly the best free VTT I've played on. So much better than Roll20.. So much less glitchy

chilly kettle
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Okay...so far it seems...good?

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So far it doesn't seem to be a scam...nice.

lean vortex
chilly kettle
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Huh...interesting...uh...how do I use...that?

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Do I download owlbear?

ionic cobalt
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No, it's just a link

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Even on the DM side, it's just a link. If they're requiring you to download anything, especially if they're claiming it's OwlBear, just block. There shouldn't be anything you need to download unless it's a character PDF

wanton bronze
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Well i almost found a season but they wanted me to pay for character art. I like the picture I found already

lost silo
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That’s a scam Gilgamesh

wanton bronze
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I had a feeling

ionic cobalt
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That was actually a topic being spoken about lmao

wanton bronze
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Maybe I should just give up on finding a actual season. My rss are pretty limited right now anyway

ionic cobalt
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It takes more than a few hours to find a game. You have to be actively looking at the DM's looking for player posts, casting your line out to multiple that interest you, keep an eye on it until you find something that has a good DM and a group of fellow players you vibe with

echo kelp
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Please report such scams to Discord and be careful with any unsolicited friend requests

wanton bronze
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Well atm I dont have a pc all I have is my phone so I can't do roll20 or the other stuff so I guess ill just wait

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How do I post looking for dm?

edgy onyx
wanton bronze
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K

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Thanks got a post out

cedar sluice
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i'd run a game. but i don't like VTTs. or rather, i haven't found one i like that runs smoothly on my PC.

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that, and i'm really not a fan of dndbeyond's character manager when compared to a piece of paper.

hearty escarp
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Owlbear Rodeo runs even on phones, so maybe give that a try?

cedar sluice
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lags. less than most others.

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i just generally would much rather deal with an actual map.

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and a physical table

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so far the one that seems to lag the least is Shard.

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but thats only a fraction less lag than owlbear

lost silo
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Post at your local game store or library that you are looking to run a game.

warm barn
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hey guys quick question whats unearthed arcana and how does it work?

harsh fjord
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It's playtest material. The makers of the game release it occasionally in the hope of getting feedback from the community. Some of it makes it to print following revisions. Some never sees an official version.

icy badger
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Hi I’m new to dnd and me and my friend typed in a link from a dnd sheet and we were brought here and we need someone to teach us how to play

onyx karma
icy badger
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Can u help

main fulcrum
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You're unlikely to get direct one-on-one teaching on this server. There's simply too many new players every day for people to have that kind of bandwidth

exotic remnantBOT
main fulcrum
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I'd recommend reading through the basic rules linked above, and then coming back as you have specific questions, which people will answer as they can

visual dagger
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Hello I'm new to the server and I wanted to experience and play DnD since my brother plays it

hearty escarp
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Welcome everyone blob_wave
Same as Ratatoskr, I really recommend looking at the links that Dyno posted above, as they're a great starting point. If you have specific questions, we'll be happy to answer them.

open grail
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hi

stuck kiln
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Hai! i just created my first ever character. Is there anything important i should know for playing paladin? i know the basic rules but the character sheet on beyond scared me a little when it popped up.

hearty blaze
stuck kiln
hearty blaze
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Then you know what to work on now :D

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Main things are spell slots (how many spells of a level and under you can cast), prepared spells (which spells you can cast) and that you can only expend one spell slot a round

hearty blaze
stuck kiln
hearty blaze
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Then this is the correct rules

scarlet dragon
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Hi guys I'm new in here!! My nickname is Ginrou!

hearty blaze
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Apart from that the basics should be enough

hearty blaze
stuck kiln
scarlet dragon
hearty blaze
violet jay
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Can I have two classes that both have a subclass I want to make my character a fighter/monk with samurai and drunken master

lost silo
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Yes once you reach level three for a class u get your sub class so if u multi class and stay even, at 6th level (3rd level for each) you can have both those you mentioned.

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I’m not sure how those two will mix but a cool concept, Drunken Samurai lol

mossy spear
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i've played BG3 and i want to try out D&D,do i have to pay for the things like books etc etc?

sharp pebble
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Im very much new to dnd and im trying to find a class and a race for my first character. Im very much certain that i want to be a spellcaster but not like a wizard. Whats the difference between a warlock and a sorcerer? Or which spellcaster would you recommend? Im sorry if thats too much im just confused.

mossy spear
# sharp pebble Im very much new to dnd and im trying to find a class and a race for my first ch...

okay so i've played bg3 not DND so i can't really say but
Wizard - you learn spells through scrolls,study etc and you have access to prepared spells which the number of those are(wizard lvl) + (how smart your character is),all spells you learned
Warlock - you made a pact with a higher being(EX. a devil,a eldricth being or a fey,etc) and you have access to much less spell slots(basically mana) but they also restore on a short rest,you have alot less spells but they're stronger
Sorcerer- you get magic from a gift/your bloodline(EX. a draconic bloodline or drawing magic from the wild),you have access to less spells and have more spell slots as a wizard and you also have alot of bonuses depending on what sorcerer you are(for example a draconic sorcerer has more armor,a wild magic sorcerer can use..wild magic that either does good or bad for you)

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violet jay
violet jay
wild onyx
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The idea is fine! It's how it interacts with the rules that you've got to be careful about.

You could end up with a mediocre drunken monk-samurai when you could have had a great samurai or monk with the kind of traits you're really after.

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Hi @fervent tundra , looks like you're trying to post in #find-a-game directly.

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.

brisk compass
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Question: for those who prefer typing over handwriting when filling in a character sheet, is there an app you use to do so that saves your written work?

frosty shadow
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hey guys, im new to D&D and i was hoping i could find a few ppl to join my group and help me lean how to play

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if ur willing to join u need to be under 16

frosty shadow
brisk compass
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Well d&d beyond has its own character sheet maker thing I’m looking for like a fully editable pdf

frosty shadow
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ohhhh

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idk then

wild onyx
storm arch
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i have a question about the spell silence :
it is said that when you cast it, you create a sphere centered on a point. my question is : can that point be an object or a person, making it so that if it move, the spell area moves with it, or can the spell simply not moveand only acts on a fixed 20 foot radius ?

deft sigil
storm arch
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okay, it doesn't seem to indicate so, so i'm guessing i can't do it

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thank you for the answer

spring rapids
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Hello, Happy Easter. I've never played DnD before and would like to learn. Is there anything I should do before i get started. I know I need to build a character but that's all I know lol!

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vague heath
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hello

exotic remnantBOT
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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.
prime timber
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Hi

lost silo
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Hey. Let us know if u have any questions

vague heath
lost silo
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Hey. Let us know if u have any questions

rose frost
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Hi guys new to server but not new to dnd :p

gloomy pasture
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Hilo! New to the server, slightly new to dnd

spring pagoda
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hello is it possible to find games that need players on demand or can you only find and enquire about set times in the week

wild onyx
spring pagoda
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ok thank you gman

crude karma
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Hello

lost silo
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Howdy, let us know if you have questions

prime timber
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New to the server and new to dnd

lost silo
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Welcome have a read up on the basics in the bot

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wanton bronze
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Found a game and got my first character sheet made 🙂

bleak grail
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Hey so I’m thinking of making a new dnd character but i don’t know on what species and class to choose. I’m going for sorta of like a monkey king type of character with my own take and personality. Anyone got any tips or suggestions

hearty blaze
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They’re also my favourite class, so that might be a bit biased

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?tag new monk

exotic remnantBOT
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classMonk Monk

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

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

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

late flame
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?tag new sorcerer

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????

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bleak grail
late flame
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There are

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Depends, 2014 or 2024 Ruleset?

bleak grail
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Both just incase

late flame
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Hmm

hearty blaze
late flame
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Hadozee exists in 2014, but in 2024, you gotta use smthng like Shifter

hearty blaze
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You might want to flavour another species, like human

hearty blaze
late flame
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Shifter is there in 2014 as well

magic zephyr
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If I am rolling for my extra 2 languages and I roll a 3 and then 4 does that mean I only know common and dwarves? Or can I reroll until I get two separate languages?

late flame
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Damn

hearty blaze
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2014 content can be used as long as they’re not reprinted, generally

late flame
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Oh Ok

hearty blaze
bleak grail
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Thank you guys so much 🙏

late flame
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Np Mate, Always Happy to Help

hearty blaze
magic zephyr
late flame
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We'll Answr
Nuggest Also Quick Question

hearty blaze
late flame
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Witout Factoring Spell Scrolls or smthng
Third Level Wizards have 10 Spells.
Is it ONLY first level?

hearty blaze
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No

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Third level wizards would have level 1 and 2 spells

late flame
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Then what is it?

late flame
hearty blaze
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No

late flame
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Or can I divide them into two and First level spells?

hearty blaze
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Whenever you gain a Wizard level after 1, add two Wizard spells of your choice to your spellbook.
On top of your spellbook, when you gain a level you choose more prepared spells, of which can be a level you can cast

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Theoretically, a third level wizard can have 3 level 2 spells, one from leveling up and 2 from their spellbook

hearty blaze
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They get 6

ionic cobalt
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I believe it's based on their int modifier? A base number plus modifier

hearty blaze
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…oh right

low owl
magic zephyr
ionic cobalt
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You don't need to, but you can if you want

low owl
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Definitely not going to roll for it

low owl
magic zephyr
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I am confused about calculating saving throws. PHB is kinda confusing. How do you know if you are "proficient" in a saving roll? What exactly am I adding?

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Like, if I have 3 proficiencies in wisdom, do I add the bonus 3x?

ionic cobalt
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It'll say in the class/subclass you pick, and occassionally race or background

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And your prof bonus is based on level

worldly mist
magic zephyr
low owl
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What if they don't have proficiency in that saving throw like wis saving throw but their wis in ability score is high like 20?

worldly mist
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then they'd get a bonus (or penalty if low stats) appropriate to the stat on that save. 20 wisdom would mean a +5 save. Although most of the time high stats and proficiency bonuses coincide.

ionic cobalt
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If you don't have wis saving throw prof, but a 20 in wis, then your saving throw is a +5, based on the wis modifier

magic zephyr
worldly mist
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Yup, you got the idea.

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Interestingly it means that saves without proficiency don't scale at all as you level, which is pretty noticeable at high level where DC's only increase. So someone casts maze on your 20th level barbarian with 8 intelligence he's out of the fight until the spell ends. Doesn't matter how many saves your barb makes, he can never make a DC 20 int save.

low owl
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Now I get it thanks

exotic remnantBOT
indigo zinc
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anyone got tips for making a campaign? I'm a newbie and trying to have a "dnd campaign for newbies" with my friends, aaand I'm gonna be the dm, but I'm not really sure how to put a campaign together TwT

rare carbon
hearty blaze
west hornet
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Hello

hearty blaze
hearty blaze
west hornet
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I’m looking for a campaign to join lol, I’m trying to learn I have a friend also

rare carbon
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Oh go to find a game

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The server channel

hearty blaze
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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.

carmine cloak
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same but i m new and alone ahahh if anyone has a spot good bve cool

rare carbon
rare carbon
hearty blaze
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As for learning the rules:

Read up on the first few chapters of the free basic rules on #learn-to-play , and feel free to ask any questions you might have.

carmine cloak
west hornet
hearty blaze
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Type /looking-for-dm and fill out the form, then look around in #looking-for-players and respond to posts from DM’s

indigo zinc
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@rare carbon @hearty blaze thank you both! I appreciate it 😊

hearty blaze
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Glad to help

hearty blaze
rare carbon
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Totally optional that’s just what I find very effective

timber bane
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Not exactly a DnD newcomer, but im playing 2014 5e cleric for the first time ever, any tips on what to do in combat? My dm is a more dungeon crawler type of dm so there will be lots of combat

ornate kiln
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basically, you want to be economical with your spell slots. Healing word to pick up downed allies instead of topping them off, using spells like Bless and Spirit Guardians that get a lot of mileage. Try to avoid taking damage yourself if possible

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toll the dead is a decent option for a damage cantrip

neat edge
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It's hard to be good at skills for some classes, but if there are going to be a lot of non-combat situations, make sure you have at least 1 skill where you can contribute sometimes. It gets boring when you can't, over and over again. 😐

timber bane
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Woaah okay, thanks yall!

neat edge
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@timber bane Make sure you have fun. Choose spells -- or at least A spell -- that you will have fun casting.

ornate kiln
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clerics are naturally good at perception, medicine and insight, which are useful skills to have

ionic cobalt
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Ironically they aren't good at perception. Their wis modifier makes them better at it a tiny bit, but they don't get any prof in it unless it's from outside sources like background

ornate kiln
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okay sure but its not uncommon to get perception proficiency from somewhere

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lots of species give it as well

half finch
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hi ive seen d&d plays and it think it would be fun but i have no idea how to play

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and i dont like interacting irl so i was also going to ask if its possible to play over discord

solemn light
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It's very common to play online using discord and either a dice app or a VTT (virtual Table top) for maps, tokens and sheets.

half finch
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alr

echo kelp
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?tag new online

exotic remnantBOT
half finch
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im not good at js learning i like learning as i go...

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it sticks in my head better

low owl
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I have a question. If I have a dread ambusher from 2014 which gave you extra one attack plus 2 action for attack because of extra attack from fighter and ranger total of 3 attacks then I use action surge. Do I get another 3 attacks including a dread ambusher extra one attack?

wheat oxide
solemn light
# half finch im not good at js learning i like learning as i go...

Learning as you go is pretty normal- liek playing any game the rules don't mean much until you actually see them in play. But still a good idea to get the general gist of how to make a PC and maybe how combat runs. You can always practice makign a PC by your self too- this will help speed things up when you get a game.

half finch
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pc?

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is d&d one of those games that sounds really hard to play but is as easy as playing uno?

echo kelp
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It's as simple or complicated as the group playing it wants it to be. There are core game rules and mechanics (see chapter 1 of the free basic rules) and everything builds off that.

half finch
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alr

echo kelp
half finch
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ok thanks

low owl
half finch
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theres so much to read...

echo kelp
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Everything else you can pick up as you play.

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But also feel free to ask specific questions as you're reading and learning - folks here are generally happy to help out.

low owl
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Is it possible for dread ambusher extra one attack to apply in the second attack from action surge?

echo kelp
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Under 2014 rules you could I believe.

low owl
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Thank you for that

distant crow
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Hey guys im new to dnd ive learnt the basics and am aiming to create a character
Do people host games for new players if so how do I play one??

wild onyx
# distant crow Hey guys im new to dnd ive learnt the basics and am aiming to create a character...

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.

harsh fjord
distant crow
distant crow
cyan saddle
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i'm gonna need massive help just getting into one of these

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timid locust
cyan saddle
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im more talking about the whole getting past interviews and the fact i tend to be a very unlucky person in general

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there are only 2 games that are joinable due to time restrictions and both look like they're be really difficult just to enter

harsh fjord
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This server is hardly the only place to look for games, though! The guide in my profile has a bunch of other options.

timid locust
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Well, take your time looking. It's not unusual for the search for the right game to take a few days or even a few weeks. Unfortunately, DnD isn't one of those games where you can just hop in, after all.

edgy onyx
# cyan saddle there are only 2 games that are joinable due to time restrictions and both look ...

Being "difficult just to enter" is part of the player finding process. As a DM, I would not want there to be a button that's just "join the game" for players, as that would just result in either having nothing but randoms, or I'd have to interview all the applicants anyways, so something like a form to enter is a very classic way to filter out the large number of people who'd want to join, to get the best fitting players for the table and get players actually willing to put the effort into getting to the game 😛

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Any game that picks the players by first-come-first-serve -basis, or worse as a lottery, is relying entirely on random chance for the players to be good fit for the table

summer mantle
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is anyone in the business of teaching me and my partner to play this game ?

hearty blaze
summer mantle
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what if i pay lol

hearty blaze
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Hm. Didn’t think of that

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Then maybe, though I don’t know where you’d go to advertise that

summer mantle
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thanks man

wild onyx
summer mantle
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appreciate

vast totem
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Hey guys, just wanted to say hi!! I am a complete nooby and have played one game with a friend but really enjoyed wanted to join to try and learn more and hopefully place some more games

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I appologies in advance if I ask to many questions I have been told I have 2 brain cells fighting for 3rd place at times but look forward to learning from you guys

wild onyx
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Welcome aboard. Be sure to check the #channel-guide for everything we have to offer.

humble kernel
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Is there anything specific i should know from free rules? Page is gigantic and its my first time getting into DnD, heard about it from times to times and finally decided to give it a try

wild onyx
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And as always, any questions: just ask.

lost silo
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It’s unfortunately based mostly on American laws and not so much on trusting the maturity

magic zephyr
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If strength is my dump stat as a rogue halfling, what are some strategies with combat? I actually have -1 modifier for my level one but really high DEX. Should I spend extra GP on range weapons?

edgy onyx
loud pumice
magic zephyr
loud pumice
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Finesse allows you to use dex instead of strength in melee. That is what the finesse property does

magic zephyr
loud pumice
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np

magic zephyr
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I got really sad for a minute lol

ornate kiln
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with finesse, you never **have **to use str, melee or throwing

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though its always an option too

rigid hemlock
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Hello guys!
Im very New to DnD, played like 2 games with friends. Im sorry if i act very dumb because i have one brain cell fighting for fourth place. Currently still confused about what abilities fighters/rogues have because all i understood was acrobatics, which i am still bamboozled about where i can ever use that.

wide flame
rigid hemlock
wide flame
wild onyx
wide flame
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Yeah if you started very recently and you're using online resources, chances are good it's 5.24

rigid hemlock
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DnD is very confusing from what im seeing, i search one thing and go to atleast 5 other pages because i dont know what advantage is, and i still dont. I learnt atleast 1 thing that i didnt even know existed, aka multiclass.

harsh fjord
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Have you read the rules from the start?

cinder mason
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-# (i think. im new as well so dont quote me on that.)

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And you actually learned something I don't understand, since i've never really bothered researching into Multiclassing yet

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-# Keyword: Yet.

harsh fjord
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It's generally recommended to not bother with multiclassing until you've grasped the game as a whole.

cinder mason
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Yea that's what my friend told me

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I'm "new" but not like... completely in the dark abt it? Idk, I've had a base level of knowledge for a while, but never really put myself into D&D like some of my other friends have.

wild onyx
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As said, start at the start, take it in bits, use the Handbooker Helper videos if you like. Here, I wrote something only a little tongue-in-cheek earlier:

  1. What is dice?
  2. Ability scores and you: how to get stuff done.
  3. Anatomy of a character (sheet)

Get the basic terms down, then try bolting a character together for practice. Take your pick of class, species and background.

harsh fjord
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There's no specific line marking "new" from "not new." It's sort of a vibe, that's all.

cinder mason
cinder mason
wild onyx
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Yo.

keen hare
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Just looking for campaigns that are free

harsh fjord
tight compass
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Hello, very new to D&D, how do I know when to join a game and or how to join a beginner game? I've read the rule page a few times but thats about it. Thank you

lost silo
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sounds like you are ready then. have a look and follow the easy steps in the Bot to find a game or post about what you are looking for (I suggest both, look and post)

exotic remnantBOT
#
Ready to play Dungeons & Dragons?

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

  • Instructions for finding a game here on the server (including how to post in our #looking-for channels).
  • Suggestions for finding a game outside of this server.
  • Basic advice to help you in your hunt.
vast totem
lost silo
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unfortuantely not really.

blissful beacon
vast totem
blissful beacon
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No problem! Good luck 🤙

lilac elm
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Hey, I have a question about a problem player; I'm hesitant to talk about it on a big Discord though. Can folks DM? thanks!!

echo kelp
lilac elm
echo kelp
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If they (the DM) don't do that or disparage your concerns, that's a sign it's time to find a new group to play with.

spring rapids
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i found an open seat in IRL, it will be my first time playing. are there any things i should buy/get so im not missing anything important

blissful beacon
wide flame
astral nymph
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hey i am new to dnd and i learned it from online videos and thinking of hosting a session with my frinds but have many questions , is there any experienced dm which would be willing to help me in dm?

fleet pivot
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ask away ^_^ DM's open

keen agate
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hi guys, i have just started D&D, any tips to get started?

fleet pivot
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where are you looking to start? are you looking for a game to join? or are you looking to learn to play with your friends?

astral nymph
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btw is there anyone who know how to use online tools like avrae, roll20 and owlbear rodeo?

strange canyon
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where is a good spot to make my charicter ?

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strange canyon
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aside from hexblade warlock is there any other good ways to make a spellsword?

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i am kinda liking the idea of a wizard who enhances there sword with magic and wears heavy armor

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is that posible ?

fleet pivot
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bladesinger wizard is pretty good, but a caster in platmail who enhances their attacks with magic?

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thats a paladin!

strange canyon
# fleet pivot thats a paladin!

uh uh thats fair i was thinking like lighting fingers in one hand and a sword crackaling with lighting in the other hand a person obsesed with the arcane a man who has lived in exile wandering the lands for many years

fleet pivot
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-# ive tried to make that exact character before

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iirc it was a fighter wizard multiclass? I think

strange canyon
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tell me more about bladesinger wizard

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im interested in that one

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or where can i learn about it ?

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or is there like a war wizard or somthing ?

bright whale
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What do spells that have a action as casting time do usually

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And what do spells that use bonus action do

edgy onyx
# bright whale And what do spells that use bonus action do

I don't think there's an exact "rules" for what is or isn't an Action / Bonus Action, but generally there's less bonus action spells, and they tend to be less about direct damage or major effects, and more about conplimenting stuff you can do as an action (such as misty step to get close or run away, then use your action to follow up), or do things that then require an action (shadow blade is summoned as a bonus action, which can then be used with the attack action)

And Actions spells are the rest and do whatever, really. But overall there's not a major difference, just design decisions

bright whale
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Ok

hearty barn
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from what I've seen, bonus action spells aren't necessarily amazing in a vacuum, but are good because they do what they do as a bonus action

prime timber
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Is there a good place to find maps

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Or to look at maps

hearty escarp
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wild onyx
keen agate
fleet pivot
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Thats totally okay

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^-^

keen agate
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^-^

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so, as i stated in the comment i posted, i just started so I have NO idea on how anything works in the game.

modest saddle
hearty escarp
fleet pivot
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Indeed, the beginners rules are the place to start
But, you will need people to play with! Whether you're the dm or a player

keen agate
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does your character have to be a certain group? (such as a healer or a fighter)

fleet pivot
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Kind of? You have 12 classes to choose from, each granting a unique set of abilities

keen agate
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ohh, ok

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also, where can i find places to start D&D games? I cant find any websites for it.

fleet pivot
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Well, games are advertised here in the find a game chats, and there are plenty of other places theyre advertised too, like d&dbeyond, roll20, startplaying

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I myself am running an adventure quite soon aimed at newer players with a seat open, though it is a pay to play

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But i would be being disingenuous if i didn't mention that there are many other free options put there, of varying quality

keen agate
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alright, thanks for the help!

fleet pivot
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All goods ^_^ i can provide some links if you like too

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I just love seeing new players get into this game 🥹

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humble frost
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Hello! I'm very new to the game and have a stupid question lol. Aside from the d20 what do you use the other 6 dice for?

finite wigeon
humble frost
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So when you want to check if you can do an action like you have strangth check for example you just use the d20?

lost silo
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?tag new dice

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Dice

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

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

humble frost
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Thanks!

broken hound
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Hello nice to meet you. I’m new around here especially these parts and I’ve been a fan of D&D for a while and I’ve been in campaigns, but let’s just say I have a bit of a problem with my indecisiveness plus the hard time of making decisions but however, through where these people that kindly put me in in their campaigns and I had a blast and I get to see them in physical person which also helped my first character that they made, and this was premade so I can get to understand it was a rogue halfling

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And they asked me how did I like it or not and I said yes I have fun

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And honestly, I really like fantasy

wild onyx
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Welcome aboard!

broken hound
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I will say the other players they had their own characters so we had a dwarf wizard an Eldritch knight fighter was an elf and then a human cleric we were using 2024 rules and I played a halfling rogue and honestly, I really liked rogue

graceful yarrow
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I’m new to the group have played a total of two campaigns currently in curse of strhad but I am willing to join and learn more if anyone has any campaigns for a sorta newbie

lime turret
hearty blaze
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?tag new help

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dynoError No tag help found in category new.

lime turret
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?help

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That sent me a DM, lol.

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carmine cloak
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carmine cloak
broken hound
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I see you have quality taste side note that’s a really good profile pic of Sanguinius

rigid hemlock
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Ok small question, i wanna be a Rogue. Basicly to get a sneak attack, i need advantage. Do i have to ask the DM to roll for advantage or is it from my attacks? (attack plus damage)

loud pumice
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You'll need to ask if you have advantage, if you do, then you roll 2 d20s, take the higher roll and add your attack modifier to it.

rigid hemlock
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Ok thats way more simple than i expected to be honest

hearty escarp
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Also read your sneak attack feature carefully. You do not have to have advantage if you have an ally next to the target.

loud pumice
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Specifically an ally the is not incapacitated

rigid hemlock
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Yeah i read that, tbh im tryna learn about Rogue before 11 april since i have a campaign starting then (someone invited me)

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Another question tho, what does Milestone progression do? I genuinely dont know the diffrence between this and XP levelling.

loud pumice
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Milestone to a certain extent is basically when your DM has decided you've progressed enough to level up

rigid hemlock
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So basicly if i get enough exp the DM decides i level up

loud pumice
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Kinda, XP is typically from defeating opponents in combat encounters.

dry swallow
rigid hemlock
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what is CR-

dry swallow
rigid hemlock
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Ah ok

whole lynx
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Hii so I just very recently got into DnD and I just filled my first character sheet like correctly, Ive only participated in 1 campain so im still started lol, wanted to know if anyone could tell me if it I filled it up correctly (and if I have to send the character sheet here or in character discussion lol)

harsh fjord
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#character-discussion is the better spot! D&D Beyond can give you a link to share, or you can upload your sheet to a site like Google or Imgur and link to it that way. Don't forget to explain said link!

whole lynx
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ok!!

placid axle
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Technically, with other sources besides the basic player handbook, How many Subclasses can each Class have?

timid locust
worldly mist
# placid axle Technically, with other sources besides the basic player handbook, How many Subc...

If we are talking everything from the start of 5E in 2014 then somwhere from 7-14 subclasses not including artificer which only has like 5 official subclasses. If you just include 2024 5.5 source material then it's 4-5 subclasses each with a bunch more expected this year, mostly because Heroes of Faerun, PHB2024 and a new Eberron book are the only three 5.5E books I think that have come out with new subclasses so far. But with that said all the 5E subclasses are compatible with 5.5E with minor level adjustments.

broken hound
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I was gonna ask is there any D&D books do you recommend getting? if so, which ones

timid locust
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As a player? The Player's Handbook is a classic starting point.

But theoretically, you don't need any books to start. The free Basic Rules have all the rules needed to play.

broken hound
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Just ask, but are you meaning the 2024 version? If so, you’re absolutely right.

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You have a sick profile pic

rigid hemlock
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Question: What exactly would i need for my characther sheet? I know i need stats and modifier but what else do i need

harsh fjord
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Abilities are usually good to list there.

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Inventory too.

rigid hemlock
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Ok good to know

timid locust
eternal shuttle
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Hi

bright whale
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Wuts the power level of a level 9 spell

eternal shuttle
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How do I find people to play with on campaigns

timid locust
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eternal shuttle
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Oh ok do I reach out to people because im a player and I haven't played much because the people I played with before canceled campaign because life stuff

timid locust
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Yeah, you can reach out to people on those listed ads to see if they're still in need of players.

Or you can put an ad out yourself looking for a DM.

eternal shuttle
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Oh ok cool thank you

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Sorry if im dumb but how do I send message in looking for dm I can't send message in there i can only see the messages

timid locust
eternal shuttle
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Oh sorry again thanks

worldly elbow
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How likely is it for a random DM (say at a store or event) to run a lvl 15 campaign? I know people run campaigns that start at 3, 5, and 10s but not sure about 15s

harsh fjord
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My guess is low. The upper levels of the game are notorious for being tough to balance, on top of introducing a lot of complexity, which isn't necessarily great to entice people.

worldly elbow
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Thank you! Guess 10 is the "normal" high lvl people would go then

main fulcrum
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It also depends on the scenario. For something like Adventurers league, there may well be one shots for levels 11-20

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But in that case, players need to have appropriate characters that they'd played up in AL

icy hedge
valid spire
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Rolling for character stats 4D6 - for WISDOM, 2 1s, a 3 and a 2. Kill me 😭

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That's a combined wisdom stat (once dropping one lowest) of SIX...

loud pumice
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What's the class you're playing

valid spire
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A fighter, I'm working on porting one of my characters to DND (from my stories that I write)

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Canonically that character is a sentient supercomputer so it's funny that they got such a low wisdom stat.

loud pumice
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I mean you can make low wisdom work, but doesn't sound like it can for the character you were intending

valid spire
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Yeah, I'm totally fine with it though. Since they WERE a sentient supercomputer before their facility collapsed (they were a miles-large superstructure), I could always port that into their lore by saying instead of a collapse, their village was washed away in a tsunami on the shoreline and they suffered head damage.

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I think I could still make it work, what say you?

loud pumice
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That actually is probably your smartest play, have something that caused damage to them to explain why they're not overly wise

valid spire
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Ooooh I see!

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Now for the hard part, just filling out the actual drawing I'm working on of that characters full reference LOL.

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It's been a while since I've made a ref for this one so it's wildly out of date. SOOO begins the arduous process of drawing

delicate basalt
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Hi, I'm trying to start playing dnd but I kinda started too late and only one of my friends can play now, and I ran like 2 sessions and we can't play anymore, so... I'm also not that familiar with the rules, but I'm learning

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full pendant
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hiiiii! this is my first time learning about dnd and wanting to play. found out about it through my brothers

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meager ore
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hello!

lost silo
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Howdy. Let us know if you have any questions

short verge
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Yo

dire quartz
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Hi

lost silo
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Howdy. Let us know if you have any questions

gaunt narwhal
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I’m overwhelmed tbh

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Idk what to do or how to even begin

lost silo
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CHeck out the basic info in the bot. Then if you have specific questions, hop back in and ask away

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gaunt narwhal
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gaunt narwhal
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Like I read the stuff but like I’m not sure what to do

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Like how to actually meet people

lost silo
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That bot gives easy to follow instructions on how to find a group and or post what you are looking for. I suggest doing both

harsh fjord
lost silo
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Thats the best (and only) way here. There are also plenty of Facebook groups, Reddit Groups, There are even forums in D&D Beyond and Roll20.net

gaunt narwhal
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Ok

lost silo
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If you want live and local, check your local library, gaming store, or even The NextDoor App

sinful stump
tired socket
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Glad this exists I’m happy to be here and learning new stuff

hearty blaze
tired socket
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I play in a group right now though sadly it’s slow

hearty blaze
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I feel ya

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Haven’t had a game in months, scheduling has been hell

tired socket
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Wood elf Druid who just got my wild shape

tired socket
pine mortar
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i've mostly played 2014
but i'm a bit new to 2024 and is playing a monk

what do these mean?
specifically patient defense and step of the wind

Step of the Wind. You can take the Dash action as a Bonus Action. Alternatively, you can expend 1 Focus Point to take both the Disengage and Dash actions as a Bonus Action, and your jump distance is doubled for the turn.
Patient Defense. You can take the Disengage action as a Bonus Action. Alternatively, you can expend 1 Focus Point to take both the Disengage and the Dodge actions as a Bonus Action.

does it mean, i can do step of the wind normally without expending focus point?

but if i expend a focus point, i can also do both disengage and dash as a bonus action on the same singular turn?

hearty escarp
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You got it nod

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You can think of it similar to the rogues Cunning Action, except you can "upgrade" it by spending a focus point.

tired socket
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Concern I used to play back in the old days of the 1900s

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I’m giving away my age here. I’m trying the new style. It’s not bad though. They don’t have half elves anymore.

loud pumice
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Getting rid of half-elves only recently happened with 5.5e, they're in 5e

tired socket
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I forgot which version my DM is playing, but I’m not upset about it. I can still have my elf.

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I’m honestly just happy I have a group that meets up over here which is very rare where I’m located. I had more luck in America finding people.

hearty escarp
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Finding a cool group of like-minded people is a blessing. Some of the best times can be had if everyone is on the same wavelength when it comes to how they enjoy playing the game.

tired socket
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The only thing I’m really sad about is I’m the only woman player in it. I kind of miss groups of ladies, but finding that here is impossible.

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I’m doing my best to not be den mom

hearty barn
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Finding good in person groups seems abysmal nowadays

hearty escarp
hearty escarp
lean vortex
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Group of friends is the easiest option

hearty barn
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I would love to play with my friends but alas, night shift 🥀

tired socket
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I’m happy they don’t think I’m nuts for dressing up as my character

hearty escarp
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Oh, that's quite a lot of effort to put into it! I've only seen that level in live play shows.

tired socket
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I’m a cosplayer it was up my alley

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I’m pretty proud how it came out i ordered new elf ears but may not get here before the next episode

cursive parcel
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Uh hi, I just got to this server today and I would like to get some feedback on a character I made

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I’m just gonna copy-past the notes I have to here if that’s okay

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Owlin ranger

Name: Egohin silvertail

Nickname(s): long feathers

Backstory: Egohin was raised as normal as they could in his tribe, just that his parents were adventurers before him, they searched for food to feed the tribe since they lived on top of a large tree canopy, but when Egohin turned 12, his mother, Nimu silvertail, taught him how to use a longbow like her, Egohin was born with a talent for bows tho, so he got used to it pretty fast, and soon after started going with his parents to search for food, fortunately, it wasn’t all that hard, time flew by and now his parents are old and he’s in his 20s now, but when he heard another family was going to take over the hunting, he left the tribe since his only job was taken, now he is a full time adventurer walking around every town he can find, searching for a party to go with, just to see what being a “true” full time adventurer is.

Misc: Egohin’s father used the brass knuckles that Egohin uses now, same with his mother but her bow, she doesn’t have brass knuckles, no, egohin’s father did not teach him how to use brass knuckles, he just told Egohin it “inhales your fighting style”, he’s still trying to figure out what that means.

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I would like just some feedback on him anyway you can see

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Maybe some constructive criticism

wild onyx
cursive parcel
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Thanks so much, I’ll try to do better on the next character I make

tired socket
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I’ll probably have to hang out here on the weekends because I have a feeling being in my time zone. Nobody is up.

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harsh fjord
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Welcome. The rules linked above and #learn-to-play are good places to start! Feel free to ask any questions you have!

toxic helm
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Thank you!

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Ive just seen that it is pinned!

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is there a moderator i could speak with, to save my mundane message clogging up yhe server at all? x

harsh fjord
toxic helm
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amazing thank you x

echo kelp
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But welcome to the server and we hope you enjoy discussing D&D here with us!

wild onyx
hearty blaze
tired socket
wild onyx
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I'm sure some of the SEA gang hang around that kind of time, and if you're available earlier you'll get the morning Eurozone crowd.

tired socket
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Ohhh nice

wild onyx
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When did I start blathering today? (Checks)

Nearly eight hours ago. I gotta get off the Internet.

tired socket
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I’m happy to meet new peeps

dusty hawk
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Can a monk use/cast spells ._.

timid locust
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Theoretically any class can cast spells, but they have to have a way to get spells first. Very few Monk options give them a way to cast spells.

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But, for example, Elves get a few limited spells as part of their species. An Elf Monk could cast those spells.

hearty blaze
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There’s the four elements monk subclass i guess

timid locust
hearty blaze
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Yeah, I will have to firmly agree with that

timid locust
dusty hawk
ashen shadow
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Do those commands work here? For myself

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?dmg

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timid locust
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Most commands work in this channel. Is there something in particular you're looking for?

ashen shadow
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Where can I get the new DMG? This is the 2024 edition right?

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Or is nothing shared yet?

harsh fjord
ashen shadow
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I was told by my LGS that the original/new 5.5e 2024 DMG and 2025 MM were cancelled to get a new edition in

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At the supplier side and stuff

timid locust
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If you're looking for the most up to date DMG to purchase, searching "Dungeon Master's Guide 2024" online will get you what you want. It's the one with the big winged red guy on the front.

ashen shadow
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In fact, he was quite angry about it

timid locust
ashen shadow
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Me neither until he ranted a lot about it too, said they cancelled it because the 2024 edition looked too much like 2014?

harsh fjord
ashen shadow
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(Which I don't get either, seeing how MM and DMG read but o3o)

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Well now I'm even more confused then...

timid locust
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Some people just like to rant.

main fulcrum
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Unless they're thinking about the special covers, but those have always been limited

ashen shadow
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Least I have the phb I guess

main fulcrum
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I do remember the MM coming out later because suppliers couldn't do all 3 at once, but that's very different from cancelled

ashen shadow
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Yesh, 2025, and in some stores when I was abroad in the UK they were in stock in 2026

main fulcrum
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I also have no idea what they would've been cancelled for, because 5.5 is the new edition

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If they'd said that 5e books were cancelled for 5.5, that would at least make some sense

ashen shadow
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Well I sent the store a message sharing my confusion but no, he specifically mentioned 2024

timid locust
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Nonetheless, they are available.

ashen shadow
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I am afraid we're all confused including the store owner now

timid locust
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Maybe not that store specifically, but I'm sure you can find them elsewhere or online.

ashen shadow
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I did buy the PHB with a printed MSRP of $50 printed on it so maybe the new prints are $60?

timid locust
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I couldn't say. The cover of the book or the description on the listing are probably the best signs for which one you bought.

teal drift
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hello

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how does one get started?

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timid locust
ashen shadow
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Oh btw how do I actually use the D&D Beyond character creator? Things like Circle of the Moon are missing. Or can I only make a paper sheet if I have the paper book?

Stupid question maybe, but the guide at #learn-to-play mentioned asking here so I'm giving it a shot

timid locust
ashen shadow
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Ah so even the creator?

timid locust
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If you've got a paper book, you can either fill out a PDF manually, or use DnD Beyond's homebrew content editor to manually input all the information from your book (but this is rather complicated from what I understand).

ashen shadow
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I hate to ask about the rules but I'd prefer to keep out of trouble. Am I allowed to ask about third party character creators?

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Or is that too pedantic to begin with? Seeing I'm basically asking if the rules are the paid content or of the character creator is part of that

timid locust
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You can ask about third party content here, we even have a #third-party channel.

Though I'm not sure exactly what kind of questions you have.

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As a new player, though, I'd recommend avoiding third party and homebrew content entirely.

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Ah, wait, maybe I misunderstood. Third party character creators. Unless it's officially affiliated with WotC in some way, no, that's against server guidelines

ashen shadow
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Oh ye I was afraid of that but thanks!

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Forget that question then and ehm

Is the Druid really difficult? PHB states it's one of the harder ones

timid locust
blissful beacon
ashen shadow
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Oh right that makes sense ye

My experience was it was no harder than a Thief Rogue

timid locust
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It's definitely much more complex than a Thief Rogue.

ashen shadow
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Well (2014) Thief Rogue so not sure if that still holds up

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Oh hmm

blissful beacon
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Oh absolutely, rogue is actually a pretty beginner friendly class 😅 it was my first class

ashen shadow
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... How do I know if I did something wrong? Because that makes me doubtful

Or is that a "figure it out with your DM" thing?

timid locust
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What do you mean "wrong"?

blissful beacon
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Like in general as a player? Like table etiquette?

ashen shadow
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Oh more as in, it felt the same creating both, so if one is more difficult, it'd make sense something went wrong right?

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Or does that not make sense as a thought?

blissful beacon
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Oh like you made your druid incorrectly?

ashen shadow
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Yes

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Not asking for a full in-debt look because I'd have to spam this chat and that feels like asking too much of people who aren't paid for that lol

blissful beacon
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If you're using dnd beyond to make your character, there's no need to worry about that really 😌

ashen shadow
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Oh sadly I can't so ye

blissful beacon
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DDB does an excellent job of helping you make your character

blissful beacon
timid locust
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No worries about asking for help here, that's quite literally what we're here for. If I didn't wanna help folks new to the game, I wouldn't look at the channel!

ashen shadow
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Do you guys see it as worth the 30 just to get the normal stuff in DDB? You don't need it for AL right?

timid locust
blissful beacon
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As a new player, it's not really important. It's more important to play the game and see if it's something you like, and if you do like it, then you can buy some stuff if you want

ashen shadow
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I can see it, I wrote down spells I haven't prepared with page numbers which I didn't need to do then

timid locust
# ashen shadow Do you guys see it as worth the 30 just to get the normal stuff in DDB? You don'...

All of the base player options are free in DnD Beyond via the free Basic Rules. If you're worried about not having access to stuff like the subclass you want, I'd recommend waiting until your character reaches level 3, which is when you'd even unlock those options.

That way, you don't pay anything until you have to, and then you'll get a good idea if you're even having fun with what you're doing.

ashen shadow
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... I had to start at 5 so AAA

timid locust
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Your game is starting at level 5? That's going to be more than a little tough as a new player.

ashen shadow
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... Which feels like a mistake on the DM's part now I think of it, as 2 people never even played another edition of DND

timid locust
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Obviously I understand any hesitancy in backing out or 'missing your chance', since finding a game is tough no matter what

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But it's kind of like dropping a person who hasn't had the chance to learn how to swim directly into the deep end, you know?

ashen shadow
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Oh don't worry about me but I'll take this advice as in just use the book I have and some paper

timid locust
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Good luck either way!

ashen shadow
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Thanks! I heard there's another mechanic added at level 5 so I might need it

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Oh... I do keep asking questions but ehm

Did the AL actually expect a level 5 character to have a bastion ready already yet? Or is that still a with DM thing? Or should I ask the DM for that? (Even if a little late now)

timid locust
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I've never played AL myself, so I couldn't say. Probably best to check in with the DM.

ashen shadow
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I will (and I will blame the store otherwise)

cedar sluice
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i've run a few AL modules/adventures. not as actual AL, though.

hard canyon
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Hey, I’m newish to D&D and am trying to figure out a new character for the campaign I’m currently playing. I am just looking for advice/help on my vision and what to do.

I have notes but I’ll just give the quick rundown.
I want to play as an elf or half elf warlock Archfey. I want to be a eldritch blast sniper with crazy accuracy with elven accuracy. I don’t know what pact to choose but I am leaning towards pact of the chain with an imp. For my spells and cantrips I know for sure that I will take faerie fire and greater invisibility.

If anyone has suggestions or ideas for my spells etc please let me know!

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Also let me know if this is the wrong chat 😅

timid locust
vast nova
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hi guys, i literally have 0 dnd experience but i tried writing a character and i was wondering 1. where can i put my character lore for people to maybe give feedback and 2. can i post google doc links despite joining like 5 minutes ago? i know the rules say that only permitted links are allowed for the first 30 minutes after joining

hard canyon
timid locust
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Haha, I like the inspiration. Then yeah, outside of Eldritch Blast, I'd just pick options to focus on utility

hard canyon
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Alr sounds good thank you! I’ll discuss it some more with my DM. Last thing, I have eldritch spear, agonizing blast, repelling blast, and maddening hex for my invocations. Do you think I should invest in the chain master one or anything else?

timid locust
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Just to confirm, it sounds like you're building for the outdated 2014 rules, is that right?

hard canyon
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Yes I am

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It’s easier for us because we are all pretty new

timid locust
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Then I wouldn't invest in Chain Master, especially if you're worried about complexity.

hard canyon
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Sounds good, thanks!

harsh fjord
ashen shadow
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Which core PHB spells would allow you to squeeze someone's liver?

deft sigil
ashen shadow
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(Tho cutting someone's hands to see the blood and then destroy water-ing would be REALLY funny)

echo kelp
deft sigil
ashen shadow
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Actually a bummer but fair

wide flame
# ashen shadow ... I assume there's other restrictions right? It not mentioning a creature but ...

A container is a container. An organ is not a container.
Spells like Create/Destroy Water that mention a container are specifically talking about an object and can't be applied to creatures.

You can flavor a spell as restricting organs though. Like, you can say you're a blood mage and Hold Person is holding the person's blood in place, thus rendering them immobile. But mechanically spells do what they say they do.

ashen shadow
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I am quite new to the spell page and kinda hoped I missed some necrotic spell or something but rip

wide flame
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@ashen shadow what do you want out of the spell? Just damage?

ashen shadow
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Oh there really is no spell mentioning specific body parts or mechanisms is there? Tho even "slashing" is no more precise than that one word I guess

lost silo
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No spells are that specific especially when it comes to against creatures. The best you can do is as mentioned, flavor spells To do that but with the DMs permission

wide flame
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There really weren't any mechanics in the game that allow you to target specific body parts or have effects related to them.

(There are some notable exceptions like the effect on a Vorpal Sword, but those are rare exceptions)

lost silo
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Similar example. Last night I cast command which has like 5-6 specific commands. I wanted him to drop his weapon so I said tie your shoes. Again not exactly what the spell said but DM agreed to it being a reflavor of drop (and yes I know it’s supposed to be one word,)

wide flame
lost silo
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So cinematically it “looked “ more sensible than a dude just dropping his dagger for no reason

ashen shadow
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So Inflict Wounds allows you to Unarmed the liver after and with Cure Wounds you can squeeze it back to healthy?

lost silo
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Great way of flavoring it. Assuming your DM is cool with it. I’d be ok with it (as oddly specific as it is lol)

ashen shadow
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Either he is or I have a backup Magic deck

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Oh that makes it sound like my enjoyment depends on that one specific spell flavouring and that is too funny to refute

lost silo
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I always flavored inflict wounds as it doing hundreds of tiny little paper cuts all over my enemy

ashen shadow
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It feels like there's a full encyclopaedia of spells randomly in Chapter 7 but I can actually work with this advice

lost silo
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Again I advise you clear the concepts with your DM before spending a ton of time and they say no thanks but I bet most would be cool with most things

ashen shadow
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Due to the... logistical "issues(?)"... with how nights seem to be organised in any place I found, i.e. people can choose whether they wanna go each week, I wanna make more than one character with the loose rule 0 I got

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(And I have no idea if I will ever see a player or DM ever again)

lost silo
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Have you checked out and then posted what you’re looking for in #find-a-game ?

ashen shadow
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Well I found some places and ono online was never my thing

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I actually possibly have done so before on another account if this served existed maybe 8 years ago? I remember playing a few

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But ye, thanks for the advice!

lost silo
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Got ya

ashen shadow
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I feel like I'm cluttering this place up but...
Is Str the worst stat in D&D? Just for any class that doesn't use it

Oh and to add to this, why do some people recommend against having two stats at 8?

copper wagon
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Any suggestions on helping getted started?

exotic remnantBOT
formal valve
ashen shadow
formal valve
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charisma is one of the best in my opinion. good for social interactions. And its really good for warlocks, sorcerors, bards and paladins

lost silo
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HIGHLY Depends on your class Each class has 2 attributes that matter and a third that sort of really matters. The melee classes either use strength and constitution with dexterity third or dexterity and constitution with strength third. casters are intelligence, wisdom, or charisma (depending on what type of magic) along with constitution and dexterity 3rd.

formal valve
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whereas intelligence if you are not a wizard or a artificer is only good to recall information or knowledge. Or to resist mental attacks from spells or magical effects that target your brain directly

ashen shadow
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Oh ye I guess all stats are good for the classes using those stats most often

formal valve
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yeah, it all depends on what class you are really

ashen shadow
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Just to be sure tho, Int is a saving throw for Druid but no reason to invest in that right? (It's the weirdest saving to me but I might be missing something)

lost silo
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Druids tend to want to have higher intelligence to have a greater understanding of the world around them: history, arcane, nature, religion. These things ALL effect the world the try to protect

ashen shadow
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Is having a lot of points in Int better than just Magician?

lost silo
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magician is not a class. But a wizard and artificer are the classes that usually choses it as their highest

formal valve
ashen shadow
wide flame
ashen shadow
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Oh ye, that for sure! 18 Wis at 5 feels nonnegotiable

lost silo
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OHHHH i see what you mean. No the spells u cast from the Magician rely on your INT

ashen shadow
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Wait what? The one Druid cantrip?

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Are we talking about the same thing?

wide flame
lost silo
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oh yess... i shouldnt be doing thre things at once lol. u are right Hingle

ashen shadow
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Wait that confuses me just as much. "Intelligence, Wisdom or Charisma is you spellcasting ability for this feat's spells (choose when you select this feat)."

PH.201

formal valve
# ashen shadow ... PH.80, Primal Order

that feature pretty much allows you to put more points in stats other than intelligence, but still be good at making rolls for arcana and nature checks. Because a lot of people dont put a lot of points in intelligence, but they still want to roll good for nature checks

ashen shadow
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Or am I going mad here?

wide flame
ashen shadow
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The quote is from Magic Initiate

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So that still confuses me

wide flame
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Magic initiate is a feat, and when you take the feat you choose which Ability Score powers the spells you gain by taking the feat.

ashen shadow
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So I still don't see the strong ties to Int there either...

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Or did I lose the plot?

formal valve
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Primal Order Magician:
Higher wisdom means better arcana and nature checks which give less reasons to have high intelligence as a druid

Magic Initiate feat, is to choose spells from different classes. For example, if you were a druid and wanted to have a few wizard spells, you would take magic initiate wizard, which your stat for using these wizard spells would be intelligence

wide flame
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Correct. Druid doesn't have any hard ties to Int.
You can technically dump it if you want to. It depends on what kind of character you want to make.

formal valve
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I hope that made sense

ashen shadow
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It indeed does ye. Just some noise and confusing mid-convo lol

wide flame
ashen shadow
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So it is a saving throw but depending on your origin, it's not too useful? That is what I suspected but ye

formal valve
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all good. It would be easier to explain things to each other if we were all sitting around a table together lol

ashen shadow
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So when are we?

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And are we talking 3d? So everyone can fit

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Can a tribune and podium be considered table and chairs?

formal valve
# ashen shadow So it is a saving throw but depending on your origin, it's not too useful? That ...

Yeah. Druids have proficiency in intelligence saving throw, which gives them a little boost to better resist effects or spells that target their intelligence. Thats pretty much it. For the rest, putting more points in intelligence wouldn't give you much ESPECIALLY if you choose the magician primal order which change a few intelligence checks into wisdom checks (more or less), which gives you even less reasons to invest in intelligence

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but, if you wanted to go in a direction for your character where they are very smart and they know a lot about the world and succeed on a lot history, arcana, religion or nature checks, then you could put some more points in intelligence. That would have a bigger impact in roleplay moments

ashen shadow
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Actually, how would some of these work? Where would History come from if you only grew up in your local circle? Wouldn't booksmarts of your realm do more than observing and learning in your local ecosystem?

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I guess it depends on how you spin it either way though

wide flame
ashen shadow
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I did not think of the intricacies regarding intelligence vs more in-tune with nature, animal-like or the like learning