Character Creation Essentials

• Choose a race and class that sounds fun to you, not just what seems most powerful [1]
• Your character's ability scores determine what they're good at (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, Charisma)
• Consider your character's background - it provides skills, equipment, and roleplaying hooks
• Don't worry about optimizing everything - focus on creating a character you'll enjoy playing

https://youtu.be/ChYPIdCrBdE?si=hAl3BSdxT5QZRx9P

Roleplaying Tips

• Create a simple backstory that explains why your character became an adventurer
• Develop 1-3 distinctive personality traits that make your character memorable
• Think about your character's goals - what do they want to achieve?
• Consider your character's relationships with other party members - why do you work together?
• Don't be afraid to speak in character, but it's also fine to describe what your character says

https://youtu.be/jxWC-dZ0M5I?si=L0UnVnNZxvlS7NmT

Combat Basics

• Initiative determines turn order - it's a Dexterity check at the start of combat **[2][3]**
• On your turn, you can move and take one action (attack, cast a spell, use an item, etc.)
• Remember your character's special abilities from their race and class
• Attack rolls = d20 + ability modifier + proficiency bonus (if proficient) **[4][5]**
• Saving throws are used when avoiding effects - roll d20 + ability modifier + proficiency bonus (if proficient)