Was just wondering if there were any videos showing how DnD Beyond is supposed to be run? It's nice for character & content creation but I don't see how it will help actually running or partaking in campaigns.
I agree this would be helpful. In the meantime, maybe folks can chime in on how they are using it?
I primarily DM, and use DDB on my tablet (and older iPad). I try to keep separate tabs up for things like Monsters, spells, etc, so I can look things up quickly. (My connections is a little slow, so it's not as quick as I would like, but it does work)
If I had more time to prep, I could use the campaign notes section of campaign to code in monsters, etc, for encounters to make accessing them quickly available. (Something I should think about trying)
I also have a "DM PC" I use when I only have 2 players (I run a weekly drop-in gme). Her character sheet is in DDB, and I use her sheet to access her spells, attack info, Hit Points, etc. She's a druid, so if I'm running her I also keep up a monsters listing tab that is set for Beasts of the appropriate CR range. (Just wish there was a way to exclude beasts with fly, swim, etc. speeds)
I use the character generation tools to build up a library of pre-generated characters to have available for new folks at the table.
One of the NPCs from the published adventure I'm using is traveling with the party. If I keep her up in a tab, I have access to all her abilities as well. (Just wish there was a way to track her spell slot uses, etc.)
I've also printed out stuff like maps, stats for party pets, magic items, etc.
I participate in a play by post game here as a player. My DM can change my HP, see my sheet, etc.
A scattered list, I know, but it gives you a feel for some of how I use it.
Was just wondering if there were any videos showing how DnD Beyond is supposed to be run? It's nice for character & content creation but I don't see how it will help actually running or partaking in campaigns.
+1 to this topic. Trying to figure out how this tool can benefit my group as well and, so far, I'm not getting it. Maybe it's just us? :P
I agree this would be helpful. In the meantime, maybe folks can chime in on how they are using it?
I primarily DM, and use DDB on my tablet (and older iPad). I try to keep separate tabs up for things like Monsters, spells, etc, so I can look things up quickly. (My connections is a little slow, so it's not as quick as I would like, but it does work)
If I had more time to prep, I could use the campaign notes section of campaign to code in monsters, etc, for encounters to make accessing them quickly available. (Something I should think about trying)
I also have a "DM PC" I use when I only have 2 players (I run a weekly drop-in gme). Her character sheet is in DDB, and I use her sheet to access her spells, attack info, Hit Points, etc. She's a druid, so if I'm running her I also keep up a monsters listing tab that is set for Beasts of the appropriate CR range. (Just wish there was a way to exclude beasts with fly, swim, etc. speeds)
I use the character generation tools to build up a library of pre-generated characters to have available for new folks at the table.
One of the NPCs from the published adventure I'm using is traveling with the party. If I keep her up in a tab, I have access to all her abilities as well. (Just wish there was a way to track her spell slot uses, etc.)
I've also printed out stuff like maps, stats for party pets, magic items, etc.
I participate in a play by post game here as a player. My DM can change my HP, see my sheet, etc.
A scattered list, I know, but it gives you a feel for some of how I use it.
Trying to Decide if DDB is for you? A few helpful threads: A Buyer's Guide to DDB; What I/We Bought and Why; How some DMs use DDB; A Newer Thread on Using DDB to Play
Helpful threads on other topics: Homebrew FAQ by IamSposta; Accessing Content by ConalTheGreat;
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