Grappling is an often-overlooked technique in DnD 5E, but it can be an effective way to control the battlefield and take down even the strongest foes. Learn the rules and offers strategies for using grappling to your advantage, so you can become a master of this powerful technique.
How To Play 5E
How to play articles are designed to help new players learn the rules and mechanics of DnD 5E as well as serving as a refresher for more veteran players. These articles cover a wide range of topics, from creating a character to combat mechanics and spellcasting.
The Hide action in DnD 5E is a versatile tool that can help you sneak past enemies, ambush unsuspecting foes, and gain the upper hand in combat. Whether you're a sneaky rogue or a lumbering barbarian, the Hide action is a technique that can help you gain the element of surprise.
Fearsome panthers to cuddly pseudodragons and all beasties in between -- how you can get pets companions and how they work? Animal companions can add a lot of flavor and utility to your DnD 5E character.
The core stats are the foundation of any DnD character, influencing their abilities and attributes in combat and beyond. Understanding the stats is key to making a character that can thrive in any situation.
They’re epic when you get them and devastating when they happen to you, Critical hits are one of the most exciting moments in DnD 5E combat, but they require a bit of luck and strategy to pull off.
Concentration is a key mechanic in DnD 5E spellcasting, requiring intense focus to maintain spells. How to maintain it, what spells require it, and how to use it to your advantage.
Don't let fire-breathing dragons get the best of you! Heat, cold, and lightning, oh my! Get a handle on resistance and protect yourself against even the fiercest foes and be ready to face any challenge, no matter how daunting it may seem.
Spoiler alert: It isn’t as long as you’d think. Turns in DnD 5E combat are quick - only 6 seconds long! But those seconds can mean life or death for your character. Get ready to move, attack, and cast spells!
The spells maketh the Wizard, so don’t get caught a day late and a spell short. Wizards can prepare a number of spells equal to their Intelligence modifier plus their wizard level, giving them access to a vast array of spells. With a spellbook containing even more, a wizard is a force to be reckoned with.
Immerse yourself in your character's backstory, personality, and motivations. Take risks, make choices, and let your character's flaws and quirks shine through. Engage with the other players and actively listen to their ideas and perspectives. Don't be afraid to take the lead, but also be willing to follow when the situation calls for it. Remember, the key to great roleplaying is collaboration and creativity.