Hey I'm new to DnD and have finally got the time to sit down and learn it. I just don't know where to start and someone told me to try here. I just need help and someone to show me hte rules.
What exactly do you need help with? If your main concern is the rules then I really wouldn't worry about them or let it be a barrier to playing. You can play D&D for years and still not know all the rules, the most important thing is that you have fun, and if the need arises, you know where to go to find out what the rules are.
In fact, the best way to learn is to actually get stuck in and learn as you play. Honestly, all you really need to know when you first get started is that the most common dice rolled in D&D is a D20, a 20 sided dice. A nat 1 (natural 1) is a terrible failure while a nat 20 is an amazing success. 10 is seen as average. Scores below 10 are less than average and scores over 10 are better than average. Your DM will tell you when they want you to roll, all you need to do is listen and tell the DM what you want to do in any given situation and they will tell you whether you can do it, whether you need to roll for it or whether it is simply impossible or too difficult.
I recommend watching streams on YouTube as this will give you an idea of how games are run. Similarly, watching and playing with other players will help you too. Experiment and try new things - I'm fairly new to D&D myself - I'm on my 4th character. So far I have played a Sorcerer, Wizard, Cleric and Rogue. I hope to play all the classes at least once eventually since it's fun to learn the mechanics of each class.
If you're looking for a group then just ask around on here.
well ima retired dnd player returning to the scene after many like 40 years away back in the day when a pc took up a (large) room -!- an naturally ima looking for a group to play with - - any takers?! yours faithfully, Faragast Derndingle (human ranger lawful good) :-J
Hey I'm new to DnD and have finally got the time to sit down and learn it. I just don't know where to start and someone told me to try here. I just need help and someone to show me hte rules.
Honestly, the best way would be is to get a Starter Set or an Essentials Kit (both available on Amazon if you can't find them cheaper elsewhere), go through the manual and run a game following the instructions. If you're really not confident, the Starter Set has pregenerated characters for you, making it a bit easier. The Essentials Kit has a few extra things and more rules (I think) and so if you think you can take it, the Essentials Kit is better value for money.
Then, when things come up that you don't understand, ask specific questions about them here (or Google, or whatever is easiest, I usually Google first and then ask here if I still don't feel confident).
The reason why I suggest this method is that there is a lot of information to be communicated, and the people here aren't (generally) well trained for that. You're best off getting it from manuals written by people who are trained for it instead. You can then come here for the things that the manual can't do - answer specific questions and rephrase things, or go into further depth on things. People here are really good at that and can really help you.
If that doesn't work, perhaps you struggle with reading texts like that or whatever, the best thing you can do is ask to join in on a game where the DM is happy to teach you. They can guide you along and explain things as they happen. Hopefully, you can get a good one that can do a good job. Other posts on this thread explain more on how you can go about doing that.
You could try learning through this forum, but that's a lot of effort for both sides and won't be very coherent as different people throw in what they feel is important, but doesn't necessarily follow on from what others have said - or start in a random place.
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As an old 1e player that got back into things after 35 years, I agree that the best way to learn this edition is to play. You can’t just read the rule book cause that’s really boring and stuff lacks context and flavor. Try watching a few YouTube videos. There are plenty of streams out there and you can find stuff like character creation in a step by step way and it’s much easier to visualize the flow of combat in an actual game. The role playing is really no different-it’s just the mechanics that take getting used to. Oh and welcome back!
I recommend watching D&D with High School Students in my signature. It presents a more realistic portrayal of what playing D&D is like in real life. If you are a player, just watching the first two episodes of the first season on fast foward is fine.
The first challenge is finding a group, learning how to play is an endless process that you polish over time, most tables can help fill in what you don't know as you play in the beginning. Beside the suggestions above, you can check meetup.com for local gaming groups, Reddit LFG groups, Google gaming hobby stores in your region, and search for local FB groups to meet ppl in your region.
You can also put out some broadcast invitations to your own social media networks, you may already know some ppl engaged or curious about the hobby. Find ppl to play with first, you'll have time to learn the game along the way.
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Hey I'm new to DnD and have finally got the time to sit down and learn it. I just don't know where to start and someone told me to try here. I just need help and someone to show me hte rules.
What exactly do you need help with? If your main concern is the rules then I really wouldn't worry about them or let it be a barrier to playing. You can play D&D for years and still not know all the rules, the most important thing is that you have fun, and if the need arises, you know where to go to find out what the rules are.
In fact, the best way to learn is to actually get stuck in and learn as you play. Honestly, all you really need to know when you first get started is that the most common dice rolled in D&D is a D20, a 20 sided dice. A nat 1 (natural 1) is a terrible failure while a nat 20 is an amazing success. 10 is seen as average. Scores below 10 are less than average and scores over 10 are better than average. Your DM will tell you when they want you to roll, all you need to do is listen and tell the DM what you want to do in any given situation and they will tell you whether you can do it, whether you need to roll for it or whether it is simply impossible or too difficult.
I recommend watching streams on YouTube as this will give you an idea of how games are run. Similarly, watching and playing with other players will help you too. Experiment and try new things - I'm fairly new to D&D myself - I'm on my 4th character. So far I have played a Sorcerer, Wizard, Cleric and Rogue. I hope to play all the classes at least once eventually since it's fun to learn the mechanics of each class.
If you're looking for a group then just ask around on here.
well ima retired dnd player returning to the scene after many like 40 years away back in the day when a pc took up a (large) room -!- an naturally ima looking for a group to play with - - any takers?! yours faithfully, Faragast Derndingle (human ranger lawful good) :-J
Looking for a group to play with? Try:
- the LFG forum
- googling "Dungeons & Dragons [insert your location here]"
- Adventurers League
- game stores nearby
- Play-by-Post
- other sites like ENWorld, Giant in the Playground or Roll20
- one of many D&D Discords
Want to start playing but don't have anyone to play with? You can try these options: [link].
Honestly, the best way would be is to get a Starter Set or an Essentials Kit (both available on Amazon if you can't find them cheaper elsewhere), go through the manual and run a game following the instructions. If you're really not confident, the Starter Set has pregenerated characters for you, making it a bit easier. The Essentials Kit has a few extra things and more rules (I think) and so if you think you can take it, the Essentials Kit is better value for money.
Then, when things come up that you don't understand, ask specific questions about them here (or Google, or whatever is easiest, I usually Google first and then ask here if I still don't feel confident).
The reason why I suggest this method is that there is a lot of information to be communicated, and the people here aren't (generally) well trained for that. You're best off getting it from manuals written by people who are trained for it instead. You can then come here for the things that the manual can't do - answer specific questions and rephrase things, or go into further depth on things. People here are really good at that and can really help you.
If that doesn't work, perhaps you struggle with reading texts like that or whatever, the best thing you can do is ask to join in on a game where the DM is happy to teach you. They can guide you along and explain things as they happen. Hopefully, you can get a good one that can do a good job. Other posts on this thread explain more on how you can go about doing that.
You could try learning through this forum, but that's a lot of effort for both sides and won't be very coherent as different people throw in what they feel is important, but doesn't necessarily follow on from what others have said - or start in a random place.
If you're not willing or able to to discuss in good faith, then don't be surprised if I don't respond, there are better things in life for me to do than humour you. This signature is that response.
As an old 1e player that got back into things after 35 years, I agree that the best way to learn this edition is to play. You can’t just read the rule book cause that’s really boring and stuff lacks context and flavor. Try watching a few YouTube videos. There are plenty of streams out there and you can find stuff like character creation in a step by step way and it’s much easier to visualize the flow of combat in an actual game. The role playing is really no different-it’s just the mechanics that take getting used to. Oh and welcome back!
I recommend watching D&D with High School Students in my signature. It presents a more realistic portrayal of what playing D&D is like in real life. If you are a player, just watching the first two episodes of the first season on fast foward is fine.
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The first challenge is finding a group, learning how to play is an endless process that you polish over time, most tables can help fill in what you don't know as you play in the beginning. Beside the suggestions above, you can check meetup.com for local gaming groups, Reddit LFG groups, Google gaming hobby stores in your region, and search for local FB groups to meet ppl in your region.
You can also put out some broadcast invitations to your own social media networks, you may already know some ppl engaged or curious about the hobby. Find ppl to play with first, you'll have time to learn the game along the way.