Starter Kit - D&D Edition | Part 2: Combat & Skill Checks

A mysterious map has brought the party to a foreboding dungeon, with danger lurking around every corner! Our players learn how to explore the ruin by performing skill checks, and then test their mettle in their very first combat encounter!
Even the greatest heroes had to start somewhere, and now it’s your turn! Starter Kit is your gateway to the world roleplaying games. Whether you’re new to them or just want to learn more, join host and Dungeon Master Jason Charles Miller and his guests Mike Phirman, Mixi Demner, Angela Webber, Hal Sparks, and Carmel Helene to learn the intricacies and strategy of roleplaying games in a manner that’s fun and easy to digest. Let’s get started!
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[@simearsov]

Light beer, haahha that guy is such a dad, I love him DM: WHO DARE ENTERS THIS DUNGEON AND ITS INHABITANCE???!?! *Mike in a squeaky voice*: i do

[@qmchale5130]

Low intimidation roll. 🤣

[@MrSpeakerCone]

"I'm lawful good, so I'm not mad, just disappointed." I now feel the intense need to play as a paladin mum.

[@flsnowbunnyy6751]

This is FANTASTIC! Im new to DnD and this is perfect to see a group of people learning to play, asking questions and getting explanations of everything!!! Thank u!!

[@slais_yt560]

Welcome

[@naomipoblano7312]

Same here and watching this made me not as nervous as I was

[@markfoster1520]

You can find this comradeship at most of the face-to-face game groups in your area! I know because...I just know...it's our people.

[@nohtopia]

i'm new too lol watching this is helping me understand it a lot more

[@Emerald.She-Ra]

I really want to start playing (I'm 38).

[@fatmoocow249]

Thanks for releasing the rest of the series on KZbin. IMO how they play really give new DMs and players what to expect on their first games.

[@seanturley4848]

my favorite line is when Jason says 'D&D came first man"

[@MrLuna098]

It’s nice to see a nice DM every once in a while. I tried making a long campaign with a branching story but the parties involved ended up killing each other in a 2nd expedition

[@SophiaAphrodite]

I think this is a great way to introduce new people to D&D as a role player and to have an idea of the flow of the game. But one should definitely not consider this a lesson on the rules themselves. Because there are too many liberties with the rules being taken. It is why playing with friends is important for brand new players.

[@briangallagher3106]

Sophia Bogard I’m really enjoying these videos, I’ve never played this game, I’m in my 30’s and I’m starting to wish I had people to play this with. There’s a shop in my city where I reckon they pay this but I think it would be a bit weird for me to walk in and be like can I join?

[@Plaxibo]

@@briangallagher3106 Ask them! What's the worst thing that can happen?

[@VoltisArt]

@@briangallagher3106 Tell them you have no personal experience but want to play. Most groups are very friendly and the shop owners are there because they love gaming. They are not getting rich in the gaming/comic industry and snobby reactions are really rare. Do be prepared for the gaming style to be very different at every table and with each different GM, and most games will be very different from the groups of voice actors who populate Geek & Sundry. The shop you go to might not have a game running that's appropriate for a new player at any given time, but they'll probably be very happy to have you watch, and may know where or when you can find a game to join.

[@dreamydood_]

I get Hal was tryna be helpful explaining stuff to the others, but he shouldn't have interrupted the DM like that so much.

[@thesilverbrow2382]

It was so frustrating.

[@pockykoinu7417]

Idk, it beats being disengaged and interjecting with of topic stuff

[@FrivolousOak]

i havent played D&D but these people are something else when it comes to common sense

[@cryptogames299]

Finally I've been waiting for part 2 of this for such a long time. Please continue this. I'm learning and its enjoyable.

[@the0morii]

i CANNOT get over the fact that Hal was in my favorite childhood show and i’m watching him play DND.

[@kenmolinaro]

24:00 There's a rule against peeking behind the screen. Release the beholders!!!!

[@nicholasspinicelli2911]

I would have been aggravated playing with the black shirt fighter dude on the left.

[@odinfineartcreations9898]

Right?! Constantly talking over people so rude

[@nicholasspinicelli2911]

@@odinfineartcreations9898 And people trying to be the leader when it just isn't workin' out. I'm going to play my first D&D game in a week, I'm hoping there aren't any clashing personality types.

[@markfoster1520]

He knows he's experienced...& thinks he's helping...ahh, he's good, right?

[@Nosfeast]

@@markfoster1520 Is he really experienced though?He really don't seem to know much more then the newbs do.

[@fletchb9816]

His name is Hal Sparks he’s an actor probably why he talks so much

[@jokertim777]

Attention New Players! This video contains rules and/or rulings by the DM that are NOT consistent with the Core D&D 5e rules found in the Player's Handbook. D&D is a game where individual groups can agree on "house rules" that they feel enhance the game experience. However, unless you will be playing exclusively with that group, knowing the rules as suggested by the game designers will be more helpful to you than learning one groups "interpretation" of the rules. "Starter Kit" the name, may give you the wrong impression that the rules presented here are either the official rules or a simplified version of those rules. What you are actually getting is Jason Charles Miller flavored D&D (which you may find delicious). Be advised that using these rules may conflict with those of another group or DM.

[@willik257]

Yeah its a lot missleading, and they even make it worse for S2 Starter Kit.....

[@Filthyy1]

I came to the comments just to state this as I was noticing many rules being done different to the PHB

[@daguds]

Can we get some examples?

[@jokertim777]

@@daguds , are you saying that like someone who feels entitled to examples, or someone who is politely asking for help (I can't tell from your comment)?

[@daguds]

@@jokertim777 im asking, ive never played.

[@blooppers1833]

HOLY SHOOT IS THAT WHO I THINK THAT IS? ITS MY FAVORITE CHARACTER FROM LAB RATZ SCREAMS

[@c.casper8672]

Wait, is it really?? I recognized him but couldn't place from where.

[@Jjmid04]

Courtney Casper it’s Mr. Davenport from Lab Rats:)

[@HaLucha0]

I used to watch that show alot when I was younger 🤩

[@ddisawesome3097]

Its Hal sparks , hes also a famous comedian

[@bqgin]

I wish I had someone to play with. But I live in the middle of nowhere and the closest town where someone would even know of this game's existence is over 300 miles away

[@markfoster1520]

OK...That's far away! ...and they probably think it's the Devil's tool!....But more on that later...as for now...You're in a Tavern.... Thank God, on line playing still survives any distance problems!

[@OneHippiesMusings]

There are online games of D&D you can join, as far as I know.

[@mattzart]

Look up Roll20 and Fantasy Grounds. There are always games going on online.

[@bqgin]

@@mattzart thanks but it's not the same online

[@mattzart]

@@bqgin true, true... Ask around in your town. You might be surprised to find someone plays or wants to play! Good luck!

[@DinosaurNick]

That combat was awesome. All the misses raised my confidence in playing cause it's chance what you roll so if I ever get to play I won't have to feel bad about missing or doing low damg

[@Ruzik888]

virtual cheers to the Light Beer :)

[@mikeh6177]

I am currently teaching two people who are new to DnD. Part of my process is to watch other DMs and how they guide newbies in a game, I'm a 40+ year player and want to stay current. I got maybe 15 mins into this second video and became so annoyed with that one guy on the bottom left i stopped watching. His interruptive behavior, and selfish actions were cringey. Then i thought, NO, this is the PERFECT example to let newbies know how to NOT act. Thank you for the video, going to look for more positive ones for example, you're a great DM and i dig your style. Between you and me? I'da found a way to weaken and silence him.❤😂

[@LambAE92]

Watching the series so far has given me an understanding of the game but not enough to play. I still don’t understand each ability fully but it helps to watch an adventure just to have an idea. I will actually have to play with experiences players to figure out the game.

[@DoomedKnight]

Yup or learn by getting the Players Handbook and dice or watch videos other on it.

[@Reach3DPrinters]

24:59 "Brave, brave brave Sir Robin... boldly ran away!" :)

[@mikejozefowicz888]

Excellent DM. I have not played in 20 years. I would love to play in this guys adventure.

[@TheDrewjameson]

I would so much rather play with a DM who uses the rules as guidelines and doesn't obsess over minutiae rather than a rules lawyer.

[@robertlong1733]

I agree.....the story and flow of the game is more important than strictly following the rules. It is up to the DM to keep the story rolling and everyone involved.

[@SophiaAphrodite]

It's why you should never play 3.5 EVER if you want to have fun.

[@argonwheatbelly637]

If you want to play rules lawyer, play ASL. Moving two men across the road takes longer than the OJ Simpson case, both in research, and presentation to the jury. Here's an easy start to a campaign: "The night is moist, so not wishing to invite a bad humor, you seek shelter at the local inn, but stop in at the adjoining pub. How would you care to proceed?" That's fluffy talk for: "You're in a bar. Whadya do?" "Sith though thou knowest welle thine owne audience, don't be a dick!" - Robert Recorde's Mother 1527.

[@kenmolinaro]

Not everyone sees D&D as an opportunity to LARP while sitting. Real D&D is about the strategy and rules and gaining advantage via knowledge of the minutia.

[@cubex2160]

@Drew Jameson indeed, my best game session ever was a one off where we threw the rulebook out completely and relied on the DM as basically an all knowing god and decider of outcomes. Using the Character sheets as guidelines and rolling k100. It was an interpretation of siege of Konstantinopol and we all died :)

[@banban8481]

I will be a new DM for my group, we are new to D&D and now I'm trying to learn how experience DM handle the game.

[@DarthSinistris]

Update?

[@mattontop]

How did the game go?

[@ayf449]

I feel ya.. I'll be in that same boat soon. ANd I am nervious..

[@terryroberts5309]

The part at 3:36 about perception is interesting and a good tip cheers

[@TheGood_Bro]

There’s a lot of details left out that I feel would truly help newbies I’m watching this and creating more questions then answers

[@kmcd6140]

Oh, JCM. I see you having the same issues I some times have.... Mixing up your editions. I've been playing since 1985. The occasional 1st edition rule still pops out. ;) 100% fine for home games, but teaching on the net.... Still doing a great job, Dude.

[@letsjam19795]

The rogue is a skillful teammate. Sneaky and lethal.

[@klonvomhaus]

You don't want players to think in numbers all the time. This is why Matt is such a genious, giving players a CONSTANT distraction from numbers. Of COURSE we still summarize how much HP certain monsters have (and they will be adjusted by Matt), but constantly talking about it and figuring out the mechanics of the game is counterproductive to immersion and roleplaying. If you want to see the numbers go up and kill big monsters, you can do this with DND, but you can also do this with any MMO(RPG) out there...

[@keetakitten]

This dude is a super-great DM! Kudos bro

[@Opry99er]

Thanks for posting these. Definitely cuts down the learning curve a bit!

[@ronberan7461]

I'm never gonna get over how much it looks like a green screen background

[@radsy5821]

Was waiting for "so how do you want to do it?" at the end there :( I don't think Matt would mind.

[@URKCEHinoSuu]

4:04 Man, that folded page towards the right, just where the tip of the dragons wings are folded, the mountain range makes it look like a blurry redheads face 🤣

[@Taidashar67]

well done Jason. Very good primer for new players.

[@LerRhann]

*all starts clapping* Good answer. Good answer. Me: this isn't family feud people. Haha.

[@seanpuello]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@markfoster1520]

That was the joke...I'm sure.

[@sincerely_lofi9570]

Bruh I literally said the same thing 😂😂

[@nebriis_4802]

I played DND last year as a monster bc the game was full of players already. So I have a bit of experience not much though. I’d love to play a lot more though! In fact I’m buying a board! My cousins and sister would play with me :)!

[@scottdotson4380]

Those center maps are huge.

[@sakidickerson]

theres nothing like new players discover the fun of D&D i could watch a thousand noobie games like this

[@ricardo.mazeto]

I like the way you guys handled the map. But I would print pieces of the map into several A4 sheets, cut them, and give the players the pieces as they explore the dungeon. That would be cool too.

[@narnianth4849]

31:53 - [The experienced adventurer] Thought bubble "This much effort to figure out 1 tick of damage? What have I gotten myself in to..."

[@MrGlies]

One correction though, according to the official rules a natural 20 does NOT necessarily mean a skill check automatically succeeds. The DC could theoretically be too high to succeed. Critical succes ONLY applies on attack rolls in which case they indicate a hit regardless of AC and usually apply double damage. Likewise Nat 1 only means an automatic failure on attack rolls - although the DM shouldn't be calling skill checks if even a nat 1 would pass the DC. The reason it's mentioned and used as in the video because critical rolls on skill checks/other d20 rolls is a VERY COMMON house rule. I even had to tell my DM (we play 3.5e together so 5e rules aren't his strong suit).

[@scottbeemer3191]

I really enjoy this story he made. Is there any popular adventures outside the (official d&d published) that people post online somewhere? It would be nice to find some new stories to check out other then always creating my own.

[@NuclearFallout1]

Never played D&D in my life as im far too shy and introverted but this is strangely scratching the itch that i could never bring myself to actually play the game haha. Has no one ever thought about developing a digital tabletop version of the game that you could play online?

[@IsaiahSenku]

There's online dnd groups that you can join... But idk about an online game

[@VGail85]

There are online games as well.

[@critter_core]

@@VGail85 like?

[@artemis5312]

Hal should stop talking over the DM, also I don’t understand why he makes everyones decisions and only explains things himself, the DM is there to guide them through the story, not Hal

[@cesarrosas1337]

Holy shit that guy on the left is vexing

[@kermittreason6222]

My inner chaotic good came out after the whole speech of “my god says it’ll be ok” when I just out loud went - “Helm you little lieing shit-“

[@NM-tl6pe]

I can't believe how into this I got.

[@goatsurgeon]

I played a game with a paladin once upon a time, that looted bodies, interrogated by torture, and peeped on bathing nymphs in the forest. We had a common chant during the spontaneous acts of immorality... "WORST PALADIN EVER!" And we'd throw our hands in the air. Lol He was always walking that edge where he'd lose power from his deity until he repented or whatever...

[@donaldevans4312]

DM should have said "Your god has banished you from his service for your vile nature. Never attempt to contact me again or suffer the consequences!" That way the player realizes that consequences are a thing. Nothing sends a message like a divine smite from the sky blasting your ass back to the stone ages.

[@richardmeade2287]

Love this series so much! just wondering which starter set you're using? I cant find a set with everything you have.

[@PaintedTurtle001]

Ur an excellent DM! Enjoyed watching the game.

[@Dios67]

Fun video series; nice job.

[@mattott4274]

Hal - kindly simmer down. The talking over the GM and fellow players is bad form.

[@Freeze014]

He was asked to be a sorta ringer in the game, but I guess he could do it a bit more low key ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6Cseo2Amrt6psU

[@jarnomikkola8438]

That's right. But it's not unheard of to do other things in a tabletop game that are not related to the game. Now, of course this is a show with microphones and live casting, which makes the game which has only one DM a bit chaotic and so especially at a start, as the gaming groups tempo is to be determined yet. They will get better after a few runs at it, I am sure of it. After all, this is how it's in any group game. Which might be the point of the show, too. Uuh.

[@mattott4274]

@@Freeze014 I just had ringers at my table for a key session last night. Not once did they assume to know more about the baddies / game / DM's intentions than the DM. I've watched a few sessions with Hal now, this is a common thing from him.

[@willik257]

@@Freeze014 no, its not excuse to behave like a douche and bully, thats the type of player you do not want at your table

[@sillysongs19]

pretty normal for Hal, he is 90% ego

[@leonwang4298]

Nice

[@denofearthundertheeverlast5138]

I'm a simple man, when I cant play...I watch others play

[@blazeesq2000]

Is Flanking in starter kit? if not flanking, then if one enemy is already engaged a second melee attacker has advantage on the attack.

[@thecommenter4372]

The new goblin slaying team

[@frankyquilavafireblast895]

I’ve been watching too much critical role, the first natural 20 rolled and I yelled out natural 20!

[@Kasino80]

In Travis' voice

[@samik7498]

Love love love this video set as I'm trying to learn to play with a friend of mine and the Essentials kit. But as much as I love Hal it really annoyed me to hear him try and explain things or direct things so much when these new players should be trying out new things. New players come to things with fresh eyes and the DM should be the one directing, not another character, no matter how many games he's played.

[@larrackell]

"It's a light beer!" (table groans)

[@nailingitwithcarnivore658]

Is this on Apple podcast?

[@Kris-fn7kr]

The woman with the white hair is a babe

[@m2karateman]

Roger that. Definitely the table eye candy.

[@dmwagner71]

FYI... she's the lead singer of the hard rock band Stitched Up Heart.

[@McSmacks]

She's a great singer too!

[@royhoughton443]

The other women is less skanky.

[@mystery8guy]

This just makes me want to play WoW

[@meganb0711]

Hal was in Lab Rats OMFG

[@lostmartyr6828]

Does the master make most of this up, or is there a written script with different reactions to what players do?

[@littlesherlock2313]

Script isn’t quite the right word. There’s a book with the map, the monsters, and the whole quest. The DM has liberty to edit any of this, and sometimes DMs make whole quests of their own design with monsters and treasure of their choosing. The DM tells what happens and makes judgement calls about how the quest is going based on the players’ actions and dice rolls. There is usually a description of each room to be read to the players and another description that is private to the DM and is only revealed to the players if they discover whatever it is through their actions. For example, the gold on that one gnome was not obvious so it wasn’t to be revealed unless the players actively sought it out.

[@lostmartyr6828]

Thanks man thats cool to know. I played first time at 12 and I think the other kids werent playing right, if they did I would have been playing all this time.

[@elkinbobelkin]

Love it.

[@sethraelthebard5459]

Haldor killed one of the Goblins. I wonder if he just forgot that they were facing only two when he rolled the third goblin attack?

[@zeebzeebo]

God, Hal Sparks is just the worst. Everyone else is pretty awesome, though

[@JesusPerez-pe8vk]

I'm only 10 mins in what's big D done ?

[@CorvusCorone68]

i mean, sometimes half-elves face persecution, and may adopt an arrogant persona as a sort of psychological armor; maybe he's just RPing? hehe

[@Shark58]

OMG Hal Sparks!!

[@orlondok]

I am strictly a 3.5 player ... which ver. lets casters cast cantrips at will ? (unlimited number of times / day)

[@yinge101]

5e does

[@gnashgoulash]

when i switched from 3.5 to 5e as a caster i was.... thrilled

[@thulsa_doom]

I feel the classes are well balanced on 5e. Wizards are a lot more overpowered on 3.0

[@thewargodaries]

7:56 The best object on which to cast a light spell is...

[@Skele_Rat]

A torch.

[@JohnFleshman]

So would it be too meta to cast a light cantrip on an unlit torch? lol!

[@antonioballve9779]

I do not like that the GM is not very descriptive during combat. He goes like "yeah you miss" or "you hit" "he is down". Give me some imagery pls it makes the game so much more immersive that way

[@Nolego]

everyone has their own style of GMing, especially since the series is called "Starter Kit" I think he's probably just helping the players (and viewers) get used to the game mechanics.

[@prettywild3564]

The roleplaying comes once everyone is comfotable with the group. The players make the action happen for their own characters. It would be pretty lame of him to describe what a character under the players control does. Also yes, he is getting the new players and viewers comfortable with combat mechanics before getting into the nitty gritty dnd shenanigans.

[@JayTac1]

I think his main goal here is just teaching them how the game works.

[@The_Court_Poet]

I agree as long as he isn't excessive with the description. If it's too detailed then it takes too long.

[@Jas0nXXV0rh33s]

I don't agree with the people above saying the 'roleplaying' comes in when everyone's comfortable. My DM describes everything ' Oh you got a natural 1 ? you go to strike with your blade but your muscle twitches and it causes you to miss' 'Oh you hit? (depending on damage) you jab your sword into his shoulder and now there's blood everywhere. or sometimes on my rogue i've literally cut peoples head off with a nat 20 ;)

[@fakerussianname5808]

The bloke who reference Monty python props mate.

[@JesusPerez-pe8vk]

EY ITS BIG D!!

[@whamaster6735]

Every fantasy video game was based on D&D in sone way!

[@MaenAbuGhazaleh]

can i ask why are they helping each other with perception checks??

[@08Yoru]

I thought that a halfling got a reroll? Race characteristic as being lucky or something

[@galacticreaper5368]

Brave brave Sir Robin turned around and fleed! 》》》》》》lol

[@galacticreaper5368]

You probably dont get it do you

[@raimundoalvarez-nededog6024]

This DM is great. Patient and a really great teacher. Hal on the other hand is beyond annoying. He really needs to stop talking. Geez.

[@adam551982]

I want that dungeon Model template. Looks awesome. Anyone know where I can find it?

[@j.s.5170]

Wasn’t the player with earnings on that Disney show lab rats or something like that

[@nazull829]

Question the map you have covered up at the start looks great, is there any play i can buy this from, I am looking to get some new players into the game and useing my models on this kind of map will help them visulise the action.

[@VoltisArt]

Sixgun Symphony shared that it was from ​Module B1: In Search of the Unknown (1977 Basic D&D rules set). There are images online with the layout, but the physical map at the size in the video was probably hand-made by the DM or Geek & Sundry staff.

[@l0ves2j1zz]

Anyone know where I can find the background music played in this episode?

[@mrdarkfiend]

No bonus actions and some stuff shouldn't result in attack of opportunity according to 5e.

[@Diabolik771]

In Search of the Unknown

[@subtle0savage]

Having DM'd a lot, I'd have played the rolling of a '1' on initiative (by the Cleric especially with her -1 modifier) differently. Initiative is somewhat akin to reaction, in my view at least. A roll of 20 is always awesome and implies special performance which the player can enjoy. A roll of 1 is exactly reverse. Personally I'd have (possibly depending on my rolls) had the Cleric drop whatever is in her hand(s) and run away in fright, getting her to roll a d20 again to see how extreme her reaction (ie distance/mental breakdown) might be. A 1 is bad. Character trips on something, drops weapon, snags weapon, pees themselves, etc etc. Such things can make for a great laugh amongst the team and reinforce the idea that everyone, now and again, will suffer the fate of the Gods when playing, for good or worse.

[@neldrion3531]

brilliant :)

[@TheBestGoblinKing]

I love it

[@AdonisGaming93]

i need to make new friends who would do this and play D&D

[@aaronmeeks8820]

Try finding an adventurers league near you might be able to find some people interested in setting up a game outside of the league or just play with the adventurers league

[@ethanh2096]

Do you need a map to play d&d PS I like the vid

[@Nehzzie]

Although I'm still very, VERY new to D&D, you don't need a map to play from the sources I've seen. My DM doesn't use one either. It does help tremendously though.

[@ethanh2096]

Thanks we’re do you live can I join your party

[@Nehzzie]

@@ethanh2096 All the way down in Canada. Besides, we already have a big group so even if you could join I don't know if we could fit you in. Sorry mate.

[@ethanh2096]

It’s ok I’m in Australia PS have you seen stranger things

[@Nehzzie]

@@ethanh2096 No I haven't, sorry.

[@enogaminganddancingweebfre6049]

I wish this guy would teach me how to play dnd 😪

[@VoltisArt]

That's why it's being shared in a public space. :)

[@FilthySoapCore]

This is so much fun to watch

[@alcahuetasanonymous]

“I’m Lawful Good so I’m not mad, just disappointed” >>>>>>

[@ethan8338]

Señor Uhl? Is that you

[@CorvusCorone68]

classic mom line, she did say she would be the mom for the group

[@hikarikurai3849]

@@ethan8338 iuc

[@hikarikurai3849]

@@CorvusCorone68 so ta($ thanks my

[@TheJMattH]

“Cast light on something. Oh my beer. Now it’s a light beer” 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeffheun5258]

I'm not sure why people hate puns, they're hilarious.

[@lostmartyr6828]

I didn’t even get it until you said it.

[@zakjackson2610]

That dude is hilarious. When he called the gnome "gnomeboy" I lost my shit! 😆

[@thequalityinherent5261]

hey, got any lite ale in that handbag of holding

[@jnaz602]

That guy is actually a comedian

[@concepcion29]

props to the DM for being so patient while they kept talking over him

[@steveh88]

Especially the guy in black. Yeah, we know you've played before. Still, zip it and let the DM run the show

[@sceplecture2382]

@@steveh88 dont roast my man mr daven port

[@Lavoye]

I would love to have a player like that at my table. It makes the game more lively. Being the DM is not being a god that everyone has to bow down to. You're just one of the guys playing D&D. The players are the kings.

[@martinawolf2983]

Statues: We spell doom for you! Party: We're in the right place :)

[@LoxagosSnake]

I ran my first game as DM yesterday (second overall) with a group of 4 friends, with my own homebrew short campaign specifically tailored to teach both them and me the basics of the game with the help of online resources. Being a total beginner and having to do this for the first time made me super stressed because I wanted my friends to enjoy it - and not turn them away of the game. In the end, I ended up with a game where everyone's phone had been voluntarily put away, I could see the enthusiasm in their eyes when we wrapped up the first session and now they can't wait for more. I have Jason to thank for this, for being the paradigm of DM I emulated. He is so patient, explanatory and adaptive it's ridiculous. He rarely forbids them to do something and always goes with their flow.

[@MrFrikkenfrakken]

Bravo! The players will love you until the first fireball trap - happy DMing!

[@Kasino80]

I've dm'ed a couple of games now based on the starter kit. Last night I presented my first homebrew 1 on 1 one shot for my son. I was SOOO nervous. I could feel the first couple of paragraphs were really shaky, until I got into it. It was an AWESOME experience. My kid LOVED it.

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

Nice! It's been a few years, have you continued to play?

[@maxium0839]

DO NOT INTERRUPT THE DM

[@redwing1766]

Lol

[@MrAnonymous1515]

Playing with noobs

[@maxium0839]

@@MrAnonymous1515 I don't even remember when I posted this comment, yet I got a notification that someone had just replied to a comment I made that was posted 1 year ago.

[@MrAnonymous1515]

@@maxium0839 the internet, saving memories for us since 1998

[@cet-ki]

Happy Aug 2020

[@not_an_undercover_cop]

Hal, if I want to hear you talk nonstop, I’ll just watch old episodes of Talk Soup.

[@error0351]

Dude I've been thinking the same thing ffs, he's killing me, such a huge betacuck.

[@beardedbehr4105]

Oddly, you can tell he knows he should shut up when he deflects with an awkward chuckle.