Create characters using the 2024 Player's Handbook and explore premade character builds with D&D Beyond's character builder tool!

Peril in Pinebrook is a short adventure written with new and young D&D players in mind. Download this free PDF and jump into the adventure within minutes!

Today, we're taking a deep dive into how spellcasting works in D&D. If you're looking to learn more about everything from components to cantrips, keep reading!

What do you do when you or your players are rolling natural 1 after natural 1? Here are tips for when you're feeling down about rolls at the table and want to make the most of them.

Starting a game of D&D is easier than ever with one-click characters and ready-to-go campaigns!

Heard about Dungeons & Dragons but not sure what the fuss is all about? Click here for your introduction to the tabletop roleplaying game!

All the world's a stage when you're a bard! Learn the basics of this versatile class, get suggestions for your first spells, and more in this beginner's guide to the bard!

Local game stores in the U.S. and Canada are hosting D&D events where you can learn to play with a 30-minute demo adventure! You can also jump into the Prisoner 13 adventure from Keys from the Golden Vault!

The roleplaying aspect of Dungeons & Dragons can be intimidating, and sometimes, downright difficult. Here's how to jump into roleplay, along with a few key rules to memorize.

Whether you're making your first character or your hundredth, coming up with a backstory can be a daunting task. Here's how to use backgrounds to create one in a pinch.

If you're looking for advice on how to bring your Dungeons & Dragons game online, you've come to the right place! Whether you're just getting started or are looking for ways to enhance your online play, we've got you covered.

For the first time, you're in the Dungeon Master's seat. Not sure where to start? We're here to help with tips, videos, and other resources!

This guide covers the basics of Dungeons & Dragons and D&D Beyond, an official toolset for the game. Get instructions on creating your first character and your first campaign. Find the basic rules of the game and learn where to find people to play with! 

Looking for a D&D group? Here are a few steps to take to find your group, including resources offered by D&D Beyond.

If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, this primer will introduce you to the races found in the Player's Handbook. Learn about the prideful dragonborn, versatile half-elf, charming tiefling, and more here.

If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, you'll want to take a look at the various classes that are available to play. This primer serves as your introduction to the game's classes, and offers pros and cons for each one.

If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons or just looking to upgrade from the Basic Rules, here are four books to put on your wishlist.

New to D&D? Don't get lost in all of the terminology of the game. Here are common terms you'll encounter and what they mean. 

The best characters in fiction form meaningful relationships with each other, allowing these relationships to help them grow. That’s what separates a true character from a stock archetype. Now, how do you do that in D&D?

The best way to start a D&D campaign is to get everyone on the same page with a session 0. If you're looking to get some ideas for topics to cover during your session 0, check out our checklist!