Good communication with the DM is very important as they are making the world and story you play in and they are the ones resolving the things you do. They must also oversee the group dynamic and ensure everyone is having fun. Having a good rapport with the DM, being clear on what you want to do with your character, is key to maximising your fun and freedom.
Be a player first, a character second.
You are free to make any kind of character and not all characters will be group people or abide by the rules of society. A little drama between characters can be exciting. However, you must remember to be a player first and that it's about everyone having fun not just you. Ultimately, you will have to work together. If you are often in situations where your character would do something that will be detrimental to the fun experience of other players then don't do it. The saying of "it's what my character would do" has little merit and only goes so far because the saying "it's what a player should do" is more important.
Experiment.
The point of roleplaying games is to live in a new world and experience things vicariously through the character. Get in the character's head, think what they think, and don't be afraid to expand the experience into avenues you in the real world would not be comfortable. If you are very calm and intelligent person, try a murderous brute character. Try a character that is different gender, sexuality, or persona from yours. You have the freedom to walk any path and will have the opportunity to walk many of them so why not take advantage? Not only will this improve your acting it will help you learn more about seeing through another's perspective : a skill commonly lacking these days.
Have fun.
If something is not working out, you are not enjoying the character, you're having problems with the group or if there is something else that is hindering your fun then talk to the DM and the group about it. Maybe you can change character, resolve the issue or try new things to make the game more fun for you. If the other players or DM are more experienced that you then have them help you with the mechanical aspects and don't rush to memorise everything: it will happen in time.
Ask.
If there is something you want to know ask. The other players and the DM can help you and you can also ask here - we have a great community of very helpful people here so never be afraid to ask for advice if you need to understand something.
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I'm a new player to to d&d and I need help getting started and some tip on how to play any help will do.
Talk to your DM.
Good communication with the DM is very important as they are making the world and story you play in and they are the ones resolving the things you do. They must also oversee the group dynamic and ensure everyone is having fun. Having a good rapport with the DM, being clear on what you want to do with your character, is key to maximising your fun and freedom.
Be a player first, a character second.
You are free to make any kind of character and not all characters will be group people or abide by the rules of society. A little drama between characters can be exciting. However, you must remember to be a player first and that it's about everyone having fun not just you. Ultimately, you will have to work together. If you are often in situations where your character would do something that will be detrimental to the fun experience of other players then don't do it. The saying of "it's what my character would do" has little merit and only goes so far because the saying "it's what a player should do" is more important.
Experiment.
The point of roleplaying games is to live in a new world and experience things vicariously through the character. Get in the character's head, think what they think, and don't be afraid to expand the experience into avenues you in the real world would not be comfortable. If you are very calm and intelligent person, try a murderous brute character. Try a character that is different gender, sexuality, or persona from yours. You have the freedom to walk any path and will have the opportunity to walk many of them so why not take advantage? Not only will this improve your acting it will help you learn more about seeing through another's perspective : a skill commonly lacking these days.
Have fun.
If something is not working out, you are not enjoying the character, you're having problems with the group or if there is something else that is hindering your fun then talk to the DM and the group about it. Maybe you can change character, resolve the issue or try new things to make the game more fun for you. If the other players or DM are more experienced that you then have them help you with the mechanical aspects and don't rush to memorise everything: it will happen in time.
Ask.
If there is something you want to know ask. The other players and the DM can help you and you can also ask here - we have a great community of very helpful people here so never be afraid to ask for advice if you need to understand something.
Click ✨ HERE ✨ For My Youtube Videos featuring Guides, Tips & Tricks for using D&D Beyond.
Need help with Homebrew? Check out ✨ this FAQ/Guide thread ✨ by IamSposta.