INTRODUCCIÓN
Imagine a game where you can let your imagination run wild, creating whatever world you desire, and playing any character you can dream of – welcome to Dungeons & Dragons (D&D)! If that sounds awe-inspiring but also a tad overwhelming, fear not. This guide is ideal for complete beginners or those coming back to the game after a long break. We’ll break it down step-by-step, making sure everything is understandable even if you’ve never rolled a 20-sided die in your life. Let’s embark on an epic adventure into the fantastic world of Dungeons & Dragons!
WHAT IS DUNGEONS & DRAGONS?
Dungeons & Dragons, often abbreviated as D&D, is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game (RPG) initially designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. It was first published in 1974 by Tactical Studies Rules, Inc. (TSR). Millions of players around the world are drawn to D&D for its infinite possibilities, where the only limit is your imagination.
Within the game, players create characters and embark on adventures in a sprawling fantasy universe filled with magic, mythical creatures, and rich storylines. The game’s action is moderated and narrated by a Dungeon Master (DM), who crafts the world and its narratives while also playing the roles of the characters the players meet on their journey.
Similar to the interactive nature of a video game, D&D allows players to make choices that will influence the storyline, but unlike video games, there are no visual or digital constraints—the story can go anywhere your mind can conjure!
HOW IT WORKS/HOW TO START
The magic of D&D lies in its fluidity and the boundless creativity it allows. Let’s walk through the basic steps to setting up and playing a game of D&D:
1. Choose Your Version: First off, decide which version of D&D you’re going to play – the current version is D&D 5th Edition.
2. Gather Your Group: Find friends or an online community to play with. Typically, a group is made up of 3–6 players.
3. Assign the Dungeon Master: One player will take on the role of Dungeon Master, controlling NPCs (Non-Player Characters), setting the game’s stories and challenges.
4. Character Creation: Each player will create a character to role-play during the game, selecting race, class, background, and personality traits.
5. Play The Game: The DM will guide players through the adventure, setting the scene, and determining the outcomes of player decisions and actions. Players describe their characters’ actions, and sometimes they roll dice to see if their characters succeed.
LO QUE NECESITAS PARA JUGAR
To play D&D, you don’t need too many supplies. Here are the essentials:
1. The Player’s Handbook: This is your primary book and is crucial for creating your character and understanding the rules.
2. Dice: D&D uses a unique set of seven polyhedral dice, referred to by the number of sides they have: d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20.
3. A Character Sheet: This is where you’ll note down everything about your character.
4. The Dungeon Master’s Guide: If you’re the DM, you’ll want this book to help craft your campaign and the adventures within it.
CONSEJOS PARA PRINCIPIANTES
1. Don’t Get Overwhelmed: Start with the basics, and don’t feel the need to understand all the rules at once.
2. Participate: The more you contribute to the story, the more fun you’ll have. Be active, not passive.
3. Be Creative: Don’t be afraid to think outside the box when facing challenges.
4. Cooperate With Others: D&D is a group game. Support the team and work together.
5. Ask Questions: Don’t be shy about asking for help from the DM or fellow players.
RECURSOS ÚTILES
1. Wizards of the Coast’s Website: The publisher of D&D offers tons of resources.
2. YouTube: Plenty of tutorials, campaign examples, and advice videos.
3. D&D Beyond: A digital toolset for D&D, including character sheets and rule compendium.
4. Subreddits: Two popular ones include r/DnD and r/DnDBehindTheScreen.
GLOSARIO
1. Dungeon Master (DM): The narrator and referee of the D&D game.
2. Player Character (PC): The character controlled by the player in the D&D game.
3. Non-Player Character (NPC): Any character in the game controlled by the Dungeon Master.
4. Campaign: Ongoing storyline or set of adventures that a group of PCs traverse.
5. Hit Points (HP): The measure of how healthy a character is.
PRÓXIMOS PASOS
Now that you’re brimming with newfound knowledge, it’s time to don your wizard’s hat and start your D&D journey. Round up your fierce adventurers and dive into the vast, wonderful world of Dungeons & Dragons. Continue exploring, learning, and remembering that the realms of D&D are all about having fun and letting your creativity shine. May your adventures be epic, and your dice rolls be ever in your favor!
