r/DnD5e

Hi all, I am just going to start my fist campaign. It will be a homebrew and a continuation from a mates campaing(basically we all will take turns being a bm for a certain period, as 5 of the six have never done it). We all have to put our own ideas in to our sections. I dont have anything really in the way of guids. We are playing 5e, so I would like some advice on which guide I need and I also want the monsters guide, then also the screen.

Any help would be amazing.

Hey all, I’ve played DnD casually for a while but I’ve never gotten particularly *good* at it. This is my first time playing a swarmkeeper - anyone have any tips about best build, spells, etc? I’m a gnome beekeeper and tried to make my build stay reasonably thematic with that but I want to make sure I’m not missing “this spell is the whole purpose of this character” or the like. We’re starting at level 5.

Thoughts?

We are a small, but mighty group of seasoned D&D nerds, looking to create an immersive, balanced, and, most importantly, FUN open world gaming system

# About our project:

* We use the 2014 & 2024 D&D system; adventures are DM'd using 2024 rule set

* We are set in the forgotten realms! No need to study pages of homebrew world lore; your character can jump right in with the lore from popular media such as Baldurs Gate 3 and Honor Among Thieves.

* Bots and automation! Never worry about having to track your own gold, exp, or downtime. Just click and buy for almost anything. Custom bots keep track of the in-world calendar, weather, and holidays for max immersion

* Factions and renown systems! Your character's actions can unlock perks both for yourself, and the whole mercenary guild!

* Immersive and constantly growing downtime system, so your character can continue to progress outside of regular game sessions! Wanna build a bastion? Theres a system for that. Wanna scam some local commoners? There's a system for that. Wanna craft and sell mythical equipement? Theres a system for that.

* Active and free form text RP! The world is always moving. While text rp is not required, it does greatly help with interacting with fellow mercenaries and the world as a whole, it also allows for a DM to hit you with a random encounter! For our play testers, we are looking for people open to being active in text RP.

* Adventure League module integration! So DMs can just pick and run a session whenever they wish!

* Adventures take place in roll20 and over discord VC, so be sure you're familiar with these programs!

# About the play test:

* Things may feel 'unfinished' during this period

* Ruling and balance patches to server specific mechanics may be rolled out without prior notifications

* We want feed back! While we have a back end team that is ultimately responsible for implementing all systems, we are eager to hear any ideas, suggestions, and thoughts on what we have, and what you'd want to see

* We are setting up the frame work to support a massive player base! So all rulings and balances must be 100% objective, and done with the potential of hundreds of players doing it.

* Systems for integrating homebrew or custom content are currently extremely limited while we number crunch.

* Play testers must have a strong ability to self-regulate. Staff is working hard to finalize the server, and combativeness, disrespect and emotional outbursts out of character will not be tolerated.

We are looking for new members to be active, and ideally open to DMing in the future!

To join, check out our player guide, then just click the discord link and fill out the application! There will be a brief VC chat so we can get to know you a lil better before member ship is granted!

# [THE GLASSFANG SYNDICATE PLAYERS GUIDE](https://homebrewery.naturalcrit.com/share/ZBSmXHxq-HgH)

# [THE GLASSFANG SYNDICATE DM HANDBOOK](https://homebrewery.naturalcrit.com/share/C-swwuMzYAoS)

# [Discord Invite Link](https://discord.gg/JE3RxNpH4D)

Hey everyone! I've been playing D&D for a few years and I really want to introduce my girlfriend to the hobby. She's never played before and honestly has no idea what it is, so I want to ease her in gently before she joins my regular group.

The main reason I'm doing this 1-on-1 first is language — D&D uses a lot of complex English (rules, spells, stat blocks) and English isn't our first language. A full group session would be overwhelming before she even understands the basics.

My goal is a short, self-contained adventure — something fun, low-stakes, and that ends with her wanting to play again. Not a full campaign, just a taste.

A few things I'm thinking about but would love advice on:

• How simple should the character be? Should I just hand her a pre-made character, or let her pick something? I'm worried too many choices will kill the vibe before we even start.
• How do I handle rules? Do I explain them upfront or just introduce them as they come up?
• What kind of adventure works best? Something with combat, social, and exploration, or just focus on one?
• How do I keep her engaged if she freezes or doesn't know what to do?
• Any red flags or common mistakes that kill first-time player experiences?

Any advice from DMs who've done this before — especially with players who aren't native English speakers — would mean a lot. Thanks!

Hey there redditors!!

currently amidst a DND campaign playing 2024 5E, and we've ran into a problem with the suggestion spell, does anyone else feel its too op and their players abused it too much? if so, how did you nerf it whilst still making it feel fair? any help appreciated. (eg. they said "speak the truth and answer our questions to the best of your abilities for the next 8 hours") what do I do if they suggest a shopkeeper to sell his wares for 1 copper? where do I draw the line. Im drowning here as its my first campaign :(