Abilities and Skills in D&D 5E (D&D Rules School: episode 2)

[@kenmacnabb2380]

This video reminds me of the “Rule of The Tomato.” Strength: your ability to crush a Tomato Dexterity: your ability to dodge a Tomato that is thrown at you Constitution: your ability to eat a rotten tomato without getting sick Intelligence: knowing a Tomato is a fruit Wisdom: knowing that tomato’s do not go in a fruit salad Charisma: your ability to convince someone to eat a Tomato Fruit Salad.

[@danielvicentecazorla5735]

pretty accurate

[@andrewdifederico4911]

I always thought a tomato fruit salad was just salsa

[@julianzhuang9552]

Still can't tell what the difference between intelligence and wisdom is tho.

[@humanthefinite8304]

@@julianzhuang9552 I'm not sure if this applies to d&d, but I would imagine that intelligence is a measurement of how well you retain knowledge or subjects of study and wisdom is being able to deduce cause and effect based off of personal experience. Idk, this might be nonsense but it makes sense to me lol.

[@julianzhuang9552]

@@humanthefinite8304I checked the dictionary, and the definition is almost the same as yours. Although I'm not sure how the game defines them, I think it is just like what you said basically. Thanks.

[@wendy4324]

I remember there were guards on the walls of this city. I decided to tell them a joke just to see what happened. I rolled a Nat 20. The guards couldn’t keep themselves together because of how hard they were laughing. The other players and I were coming up with this elaborate plan to get into the city. Since my joke roll was so successful, I decided to just ask the guards if we could go in. The DM told me to roll again and I got another Nat 20. Proudest moment of my life😂

[@meidalukosiute6511]

😂

[@travisdonaldstanley6420]

Hell yes!

[@zaimakis4333]

Wait why Nature???

[@jakeofalltrades111]

The guards were like “lol go on in man, you earned it🤣🤣🤣”

[@niftyskyblue]

@@zaimakis4333 Nat 20, or Natural 20, has nothing to do with a character’s nature stat. It is a dice roll that lands on 20, not including modifiers. Basically, they rolled the dice and it landed on the number 20. I hope I explained it clearly

[@illay3647]

I am a beginning DM and I just realized how wrong I was playing this game XD

[@WASD20]

Just remember -- if everyone is having fun, you're doing it right. :)

[@cosplaydiver]

@@WASD20 exactly.

[@vito6614]

Loll I am going to start being a DM soooo

[@ador7572]

str- how hard you can punch dex- how well you can punch cons- how many punches you can take int- knowing which body part to punch wis- knowing when to punch and when not to char- how well you can convince your opponent not to punch you.

[@samuelstarling9756]

This is the most useful thing for D and d I've seen, legit

[@WASD20]

Thanks! That means a lot, as it is definitely one of the most time consuming projects I’ve worked on. :)

[@akiraandtheangel7300]

I generally don't do "Alert Notificaitons," but you my dear fellow just changed my mind. Now stop reading this and put out more Rules of D&D videos.

[@michaelriggs9139]

I have been playing DnD off and on since 1980 it but a refresher of the basics is always worthwhile. I can see why you have chosen your real life profession. Solid, good work dude. Keep em coming.

[@WASD20]

Thanks!

[@arizonatea8801]

Not to trash on your older videos, (I mean hell, they're why Im subbed) but your new ones are leauges better. You've improved a ton and your channel feels really professional. 10/10, great video as always Nate!

[@jorunholm9060]

Nan will you not respond to this

[@jorunholm9060]

Nate i mean (?)

[@Yabuturtle]

Always love these teaching vids. Filters out the crap and leaves you with the important stuff and explained in a detailed way.

[@nikitajackson7347]

This video and all of your others have been so incredibly helpful! I recently gave in and bought a D&D starter kit and I'm loving it! I'm still very confused on the rules. And after watching so many other videos I'm so thankful on how well you explain rules compared to so many others. Thank you! I'll look forward to any add on videos to this series 😁

[@ceriuslawliet8766]

"Make an effort to know them" "Thats, why I'm here" Dw I liked the vid thanks for this great guide.

[@boopernator]

Getting back into D and D after about 30 years away from it. These videos have been a tremendous help, I like the idea that I can go to my LGS and just jump in. Things haven't changed a whole lot, it seem easier to play now. I seem to remember lots of tables to check. Anyway an episode 3 would be great, thank you for your content.

[@handoodlets]

Ooo! I absolutely love the information and format of these. Can't wait for part 3!

[@Lattrodon]

your videos are so much higher quality than they used to be

[@capri_bee]

I’m a brand new person to dnd. I’m also starting out right away as a GM. This is SAVING me.

[@JEDonnert]

These are great videos so far, thank you. I not new to D&D but haven't played since high school (13 years.) I've been playing Pathfinder for at least 3 years and just want to rekindle the differences between the two (And I played like 2e) because I want to start a LoZ Breath of the Wild campaign. And all of the races and such are already made for the picking for 5e D&D. I'm super excited for this campaign and my first DM'ing so I want to get it down right.

[@RomanyRedPoppy]

A really good rules series. I started playing about 9 months ago but still get stuck on the rules and class myself as a beginner. I started off by watching your other learn to play series with your son rolling the dice for you.

[@Shilobotomized]

Thank you for these videos! My girlfriend has been slowly getting me interested in D&D for the past month or so. We even made a character together, although I haven't decided on a name yet. We're going to do a few one-shots soon, and then if I like it, I can be introduced to the main cast that she's playing with once a week now. These videos make me think that I have enough understanding to have fun with the game now. I was always so scared of being outcasted by a group, because I wouldn't know what I was doing. Especially since everybody who mentions playing D&D are veterans. Again, thank you.

[@hiddendrake6283]

How are things going for you now?

[@Furretkun]

Thanks for these! I'm a new dm with new pretty much new players! These and all your videos, honestly, have been so helpful for me! Please keep it up. I am but your humble student! :D

[@WASD20]

Thanks so much for the kind words. :D I look forward to the day when you will be able to say, “now I am the master”.

[@JSandwich13]

Thank u for this. I played Dragon Quest as a kid but otherwise I'm super new to the D&D world. Your explanations are really helpful.

[@CarlosRodriguez-sv4wd]

wheres part threeeee!?!?!?!? please

[@WASD20]

Some day! :)

[@debernd82]

Need it too! :/

[@rubenvandroogenbroeck9849]

@@WASD20 Is this day to arrive anytime soon?

[@FrostyFyre]

Wisdom check on a “someday”?

[@f0k054]

I really need that part 3... hope is not like half life. @WASD20, this playlist is really helping aspiring DMs. hope you can revive it.

[@Mrniceguy9599]

Make more videos of D&D for beginners. Youe video are so easy to understand. Please and Thank you

[@christa-marieswanepoel8174]

This has helped soo much and thank you for the effort put in.. I don't know what you're working on atm,, but a part 3 will be really useful.. Thank you.. * ❤️

[@jameslawson7970]

I am completely putting my trust in you im trying to learn this thing from the beginning To be the Dm for a group i want to play so freaking badly I've tried roll20 but its not the same as in person

[@old_geeky_Michael]

Hah, the Lembas bread comment! Good stuff Nate, thanks. I am an old hand but still a noob with 5E, so learned some things here I didn't know (like Constitution adding to hit dice for recovery after a rest). Keep up the good work! (P.S. Animal Handling has a typo ;-) )

[@WASD20]

Thanks, Michael! Ugh. The “Animal Hanlding" skill. It hurts! :P Thanks for the heads up!

[@arcane_ironic]

How many did you eat? Four.

[@dronetrooper5841]

MAN THIS WAS A PERFECT TUTORIAL AND THERES NO PART 3?!?!?!?

[@koldwarSumpsing]

A year and still no part 3 :( your information is so helpful. I hope you make a 3rd video.

[@ronanstark3742]

These videos are so helpful thank you! I will be playing my first campaign soon and you helped me make a great character and at least know the basics of what I'm doing! Thanks!

[@se4s1ckart]

You are actually the best person to explain this stuff, I bought all the things needed for me and my friend to play, now I just need to learn how to play!

[@chaotickreg7024]

4:30 That was a really good Lembas Bread joke!

[@spencermagleby9336]

A combat video about spellcasting wood be awesome for new players! You are the best one out there for this kind of content!!

[@AsaNoGaijin]

I need more episodes of this series

[@pappinr]

Awesome video Nate! Thanks again. Can't wait to see what comes next! I am taking notes!

[@WASD20]

Make sure you study for the test! :P

[@megagunshot651]

You should make episode 3

[@WASD20]

I agree. :)

[@Serendipity_GamingX]

Just braught the 5e starter pack for 20 me and my friends always wanted to play but never have so were learning here lol your vids are the best so far so I'll sub!

[@WASD20]

Great, thanks! Have fun!

[@hellohaveagoodday]

Your videos are great for me! I've been wanting to learn how to play for about a year now and I've been putting it off because it seems so complicated and the rulebook is boring, but this is a great help! Hopefully the others help me understand fully as I don't think I'll be able to play anytime soon, I'll need to figure it out myself!

[@WASD20]

Thanks for the comment and happy gaming!

[@zoidindustries9807]

Can hardly wait for episode 3.

[@rabropes]

Look at that gorgeous Erenoth shirt!

[@Weather-more]

I was about to say that you can train to get more beer down your throat without blinking, but then remembered that strenght is also a skill you can practise.

[@kozmo7]

Great clear and concise video. Love the filigree in the background, simple but makes things look nice. Subbed !

[@WASD20]

Awesome, thank you!

[@thedeedoubleyou]

Still waiting for episode 3!! Love your videos.

[@johnpepper8196]

I really enjoyed these two videos. It's a shame you didn't continue the series but I am subscribing just in case you do.

[@WASD20]

I hope to

[@giacomobiagini9263]

Thank you man. Thanks for this videos! Absolutely gold. Dont stop

[@doyouknowsam]

I need moreeeee lol thanks for these guides they’re really great for newcomers like me

[@sheilamyers1217]

I'm about to play in my first campaign and these videos are so helpful, my character is an air genasi bard so I don't have to worry about that silly breathing 😂

[@MGlunky]

thank you Nate for doing this series and not having a thick European accent.

[@WASD20]

Thanks?

[@jakemaltz1780]

Man your videos are insanely helpful, kudos to you

[@milopaso2151]

Strenght Perception Endurance Charisma Inteligence Agility Luck

[@Sagatiaej]

We need an animated version of these videos for visual learners.

[@PandemoniumVice]

I tend to play characters that are more "what I wanna do"; only optimizing juuuust enough to survive and be useful. (Unless the thing I happen to want to play as happens to also be goddamn powerful!!)

[@funwithsylvia5766]

Another fantastic tutorial. Thank you!!!! Very well explained I did not get bored!

[@lightfighter4evr]

very helpful for us newbie DMs and players.

[@mads9545]

Perfect! Learning about d&d before my first campaign instead of studying for exams (,,,,,,, I know which I'd rather do but also which I should be doing 😂)

[@arcane_ironic]

8:32 the illustration for the perception check looks just like the guy talking

[@MrFuzzyscreen]

Love the ability description. Thanks!

[@carpediem3991]

7:28 "First off, animal HANLDING

[@liambird8180]

Another great vid me and my partner and her family are getting into these vidios are helping loads thank you

[@WASD20]

Great! Happy gaming!

[@Lucifael]

Part 3 please sir ♥

[@stwinkbug]

I crave for more episodes! @.@

[@MUETZE198]

Great videos sad to see that you did not continue the series

[@toxicwater1]

great series, but plz make the rest of it :)

[@PpAirO5]

Great class. Learned a lot.

[@JawaMech]

When are you making the next one? These would be great for my new players that seem shaky on the rules.

[@WASD20]

Not sure, but probably won’t be till late September at the earliest.

[@adiosk80]

Yes. I am new player. Very helpful. Is video of spells explaine exist? Am playing dwarven cleric.

[@PpAirO5]

"Everybody rise for the teacher" ! Nate: "Be seated."

[@aravindg2504]

Didn't know joe bastanich played D&D

[@Strigulino]

You’ve put Animal Hanlding... easily done! Great vid though.

[@frannyb99]

I have played before, a lot actually, but I know nothing about dming and my cousins want to start a campaign. I'm going to be dming for them, and I found this video really helpful! Anyone have any extra tips?

[@miguelmolina2156]

Make another episode

[@WASD20]

Sure. Will do.

[@xuxusito]

Are you planning on ever releasing part three?

[@lesliejarvis1128]

I’m getting d and d for Christmas I’m so excited

[@ThomasDonadei]

Hello Nate, I just wanted to note that the previous video doesn't appear on the suggested video on the right side. This video doesn't appear on the previous video's suggested videos neither. I don't know if I am making myself clear in what I am trying to explain. Basically if I want to see both videos in a row I would have to manually search for them on your channel.

[@WASD20]

Thanks for pointing that out! I’m not sure why that is, but maybe will just take time. If you click on the little i in the upper right corner of the video you’ll find a link to the first video, and I mentioned this in the intro. I did put this on a playlist with the first one, but maybe it hasn’t shown up yet. The videos on the right are KZbin suggestions, and I have no control over which videos KZbin chooses to suggest.

[@Stafarns]

this is how i remember each of them 1 strength how far i throw the tomato 2 dexterity how fast a dodge the tomato 3 constitution how many tomatoes i can handle 4 investigation how i know who thrown the tomato 5 wisdom oh thats a tomato 6 charisma how you stop people throwing tomatoes at you my favorite is the wisdom one hahaha

[@wlll1235]

I feel that, on the character sheets, the skills should have been listed by ability (order of the abilities on the left), then alphabetically. But the way that it is now is just fine, it's still kinda easy to find the skills.

[@SithLordBishop]

I just found this channel. Great content. I cant seem to find the rest of the videos in this series. :/

[@standardbrickproductions3328]

Rules school 3???¿¿¿???

[@suaveslav6047]

Nate: "For Dungeon Master it is handy to know the abilities." Nate: "For Players it is handy to know the abilities." Me: "Well I'm both, because I have no friends...."

[@Tomas-qk5fy]

I'm waiting for the combat info

[@Nexusofgeek]

Good explanation but I think skills were better in 3.5 because you got to choose from a wide range and advanced the ranks which made it more of a gradual process to increase skills, seems more realistic than in the new system. Also skill modifiers if I remember correctly in 3.5 are determined by your class not tied down to abilities exclusively.

[@l_day1245]

Episode 3?

[@themspaintwizard3584]

wheres part 3???

[@Simte]

Great.

[@pelican7235]

This helped a lot! It’s my first time playing so I need all the help I can get lol

[@JosephJohnsonvenomwithin]

Very informative!

[@survivethewasteland]

you are absolutely legendary.

[@xXchrisgodschildXx]

That was very useful information and very easy to follow thank you

[@AlexLM-y4z]

thank you for the information, excellent job, so when is going to come episode 3?

[@TheOctapodi]

Great video!

[@holyhellbird]

Another informoitve video. Thanks! 👍

[@TheWise1Knows]

I've never played and don't know anyone who does play but I wanna learn more on the combat. It's almost been a year now since this was uploaded, when is episode 3 coming?

[@WASD20]

I have no answer. Sorry. Some day, I hope.

[@arcane_ironic]

I know I just commented, but part three anyone?

[@altlaina2643]

Hi ep 3 pls thnx

[@mathurren1]

Make episode 3!

[@WASD20]

Okay.

[@Beanmachine91]

can rip cantrips, cant rip with trips!

[@dtrestonwaller]

Great video series. When is the next part coming out?

[@mawo3961]

Quality content.

[@alfredogarza290]

So whens part 3 coming?

[@demonicfiendchild92]

Animal Hanlding? i think you made a small typo there.

[@WASD20]

Indeed

[@mitchell7692]

where's episode 3? I am a new dm trying to figure this all out and this is super helpful

[@lilyfae7197]

It’s out now! :)