Handbooker Helper: Spellcasting Basics
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- Dani Carr holds the key to understanding the basics of spellcasting in 5th Edition D&D. Learn for yourself on the latest episode of Handbooker Helper!
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"Like loading a spell bullet into your gun"
That is the simplest explanation that makes the most sense. Why have I never heard this before?!
because its a gun with the potential to gain 10 barrels, and one of the barrels can fire infinite bullets, and the other barrels can only only fit certain size bullets in, and you load the bullet whenever you want in the moment, not at the moment you 'prepare spells', depending on how many times youve already used that barrel (?????????????????)
i like it in spirit but its a vastly incomplete picture!
Wild magic is Russian roulette
because it may lead to what i've had to argue where a player thinks they have to assign their spell slots to which spell they want to cast when they prepare them
My dm explained to one of our new players a bit different, for example cantrips are basically tattoos you have so that's why you can always cast, and preparing its a meditation needed, if you don't have time to meditate you don't prepare spells
My DM took this too literally and gave our caster a literal arcane gun.
*Sees the title*
Heck yeah, I needed this!
*We aren’t gonna cover Warlocks*
...stop toying with my feelings.
Same!!! Someone shared this in my DND group, assumingly at me since I'm the only beginner that is a spell caster (our druid is a veteran)...... I'm a warlock......
SplitGoose the fuck....
Well there is a separate episode for warlocks.
@@SplitGoose gross dude
Just wonderful, I been tryin to find out about "how to do spells in real life" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Qenacob Spell Freakynerum - (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my buddy got amazing success with it.
That was some impressive pronunciation of Prestidigitation. I can't even spell that shit without cheating.
This is glorious, I have been researching "i want to learn magic" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Qenacob Spell Freakynerum - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my cousin got great success with it.
*In the process of building a warlock for the first time*
"Oh look a new handbooker helper for spellcasting, great! I could use a little help right now this warlock spell thing sure is different"
Dani: Nope
"Well....shit...."
Deuteronomy 18:10-15
Watch this
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@@tasmarkou5681 huh?
I just had that same experience
Thank you for this video in particular, since my ability to comprehend the wording in the book has failed me.
This one is probably the most useful episode yet. When I started playing 5e, I for some reason couldn’t figure out how spells worked. I wish this video was around when I started playing.
2:30 like a 9th level counterspell?
* sobs excessively *
OOF.
Liek if you cri evrytiem
Not cool 😭😭😭😭😭😭
My heart...it hurts
She rolled an 18 on charisma for sure.
But now has a 20 base stat CHA
+5 mofos! XD
rolled nat 20 for vocal fry
Confirmed warlock.
Has a pact with taliesin.
She's a 12 or 13, maybe.
"Spellcasting Basics (Part 2): Components" please!
Components are really simple. They would only take a part of a video, not a whole video.
For the most part, you don't need to worry about them too much. A Component Pouch or an Arcane Focus either provides them automatically or substitutes them.
The only ones you need to worry about are the components with a price tag. With some, the spell consumes them. With others, the spell doesn't consume them. The spell will say which components are consumed. If the spell doesn't say, then they're not consumed.
Does sorcerer with innate magical abilities also need consumable components to cast?
@@IceFireSam The big thing that could use clarification is casting when your hands are full. Somatic and Material components are a nightmare to explain. It more so comes up when someone is multiclassing, but Eldritch Knights and Arcane Tricksters suffer from this as well. Also, say a cleric is holding a mace and shield. They can cast a spell that requires both material and somatic components because the shield meets the material components and the shield hand can do the somatic. However, if a spell requires only somatic components, the cleric can not cast it without doffing the shield or stowing/dropping the mace, as a spell with somatic components and no material components must be performed with an empty hand.
@@CMLT. If the spell requires it in the material components, then yes. Sorcerers being gifted with "innate" magic has zero mechanical functionality.
Thank you :)
Dani is a gift and we all do not deserve her. Great job!!! ❤️❤️❤️
I do deserve her, if she wanna xD
I also agree. She seems to be an absolute joy to be around!!!😍 what dnd games has she done? I want to see her in action.
too bad theres no return information for this gift
Dani looking GORGEOUS! :D
There is only one word that Dani is the embodiment of: PRECIOUS
What's important here isn't the content (though, yes!! finally can show this to some of my players!) but how we all love Dani!!!
This is the best summation I've ever seen of the modern CR fandom
Deuteronomy 18:10-15
Watch this
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dani's outfit has me shook
So.
When is she going to be a guest player on CR? Hm?! I hope soon!
Gorgeous: Nat 20. Critical hit. Sneak attack. Radiant dmg.
Fanta-bulous!!
I played a lot of 3rd and 3.5 edition in my youth. This video was super helpful understanding 5th. Cleared quite a bit of confusion for me. Thx Dani!
Thanks playing a wizard in my friends campaign and haven’t played magic casters a whole lot so this helps a lot
For everyone wondering how Warlock spells work, let me sum it up easily. Whenever you level up, your spells level up with you, all the way to 5th level. If you cast a 1st spell that does 1d10 damage per spell level, it does the damage of a 5th level spell. You can also cast spells of 6th level or above, but those stay the same unless you choose to cast them at higher levels.
Dang it. I'm starting a new campaign in two weeks where I will be playing a warlock for the first time!
Also, Dani is great. I'm so glad #freedani was a success. ❤️
Two words, eldritch blast. Pick it, buff it as ya level, have fun ;3
You prepare your spells, but you get two spell slots that recharge on a short rest.
Eldritch blast is also your friend.
I know this is kinda shallow, but OMG Dani, you look so dang beautiful and absolutely adorable here! In addition to that, the info about spellcasting was great. I usually play fighters or rogues because spellcasting feels intimidating to me, but this made it all seem a bit more manageable.
Wait a minute this isnt Poo-matt
I think RUclips gets delayed uploads, he said this week is all things Pumat *on twitch*
Like why is she so cute.....
Charisma is the primary stat for a Sorceress......
It's something in the way she holds herself and speaks. It's just so god damn lovable.
FAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACTS
she made a deal with the great and powerful Taliesin
for everyone who thinks she's cute, her cuteness increases
@@Fyreflier my god....
This has been a great series to help new players get started. Lots of great, fast tips with entertaining presentations. Keep up the great work, CR!
She's so awesome. Glad to see her doing so much stuff.
Yeah, but why cant we have the animated tiberius
its 1:30 in the morning . first session is tmrw. i was struggling figuring out spell slots . . . . . dani u've just saved my life i hope u kno i love u . . . . .
this series is unbelievably helpful, the only thing that puts me off, in the intro, handbook is said 4 times, but floats on the screen 5 times, its like its toying with my brain
As these videos on spellcasting continue, pleeeeeaaaase make sure foci are thoroughly explained. The PHB is extremely confusing on the matter if you don't already understand the mechanic.
Also you can cast up to 3 spells a round. Either spell of that cast 1 Action that isn't a cantrip along with a reaction spell such as shield or couterspell..... a Cantrip, a spell with a casting time your Bonus Action and your reactionary spell.
@@JM-oo5ko " up to 3 spells a turn " please explain ? I just started playing this awesome game and our group of newbies are still struggling guite alot. Like we just learned today that you dont die after 3 succesfull death saving throws.. kinda good to know. But how can i cast a cantrip and a spell that takes an action ? Doesnt a cantrip like Fire Bolt take an action ? So my lvl 2 wizard can cast Firebolt cantrip and Magic missile in a single turn ?
He failed to explain bonus actions and reactionary actions do not always apply. But yeah technically he is correct 3 spells in a turn is possible..if all conditions come together for it.
@@njflyersfan74 But why did he spesify cantrips ? what are so special about those? And does the 3 spells a turn mean like Cure wounds as an action, Healing word as bonus action.. or does either of the actions need to be a cantrip in this case ? And if our bard somehow got Hellish Rebuke for the reaction, so 3 spells in a turn ?
Let me rephrase. You can cast up to 3 spells a round. Spells have different casting times such as an Action, a Bonus Action, 1 minute, 10 minutes, or your reaction. In one round you have the a thing called Action Economy. You get a free action which is something simple like drawing a weapon or dropping an item. You get a move which you can use to move your movement speed, drop prone, or stand up. An action which you can use to attack, dash, disengage, Dodge, help, cast a spell with a casting time of 1 action, hide, or perform some complicated thing which the DM decides only takes 1 action.
Some things let you use a Bonus action such as a rogues cunning hands or spells like healing word, Misty step, or spiritual weapon. But if you use these spells, you can only cast another spell if it is a cantrip with a casting time of 1 action.
Finally you can cast can use your reaction to cast spells with an action time of reaction such as counter spell, shield, or absorb elements.
1:50 pike is baltazar
“Like loading a spell bullet into your gun”
*magic gun*
Playing at Dani's table would be alot of fun.
You're fun to listen to. I enjoyed your narration. ❤️
2:33 Well, let's be glad Beau isn't a spellcaster then. Since she is always a fan of going down...
Only against the ladies, though. She has no problems going up against the likes of Lorenzo.
Hahaha! I loved that part. All due to what Matt’s face did right after.
"9 being the most powerful" yeah, Karssus would like to have a word with you lol
Great choice to lead with preparation. I have often started explanations with Spell Slots, but it makes way more sense to do it in this order.
I hate that I can't help but sing along with the intro. Goddamn you Sam for making catchy shit.
I really appreciate Shek spells and charms, when it comes to spells he's the best.
Me, sobbing: Dani,,, good
Man these people are great at explaining! I have recently started DM'ing, and this has been a godsend for me!
Very well done Dani!!!
We demand more content that includes the beautiful Dani Carr!!
Thank you Handbooker helper *ding*
A wild Dani appears! Dani used 'tutorial'! It is super effective!
It's a critical hit
I finally understand it now thank you
So how many spells can a druid have prepared at the beginning of a day?
I've never played D&D using actual pen & paper (I play exclusively through Roll20). Still, I got a neat little method noting spell slot consumption I hadn't though about. Knowledge acquired :D
I honestly don't know where to put a single finger on this episode. It's flawless.
Also, Dani is just a delight.
Good episode as an intro, but it completely left out timing and components. Maybe there will be a follow-up.
@@JM-db8ez When I consider the length of the episode and the fact that it is called basics, I would have included exactly what was included here and prioritized the other topics of spellcasting for a follow up. Components are easier to address alongside the topic of arcane focuses. This episode basically just focused on spell slots AKA the bookkeeping of spellcasting. We haven't even begin to touch stuff that usually comes up whenever you cast a spell such as casting time, concentration and the often forgotten targeting.
Maybe the video should be renamed to "Basics and Spell Slots"
@@oOPPHOo I know what the video says, it's just incomplete which is why I said maybe there will be a follow-up. I mentioned components and timing, yes.
@@JM-db8ez If you know what the video says then you don't need to think _maybe_ there'll be a follow-up :)
There _will_ be a follow-up
@@oOPPHOo Oh really? I don't work for G&S so I don't have this type of insider information. I hope there is a follow-up but I don't know this will, in fact, happen. This video doesn't say "Part 1" or anything. so who knows what the future will bring. I don't assume there will be. It was a good video regardless, just not complete, even at "the basics" level.
Trying to live healthy, trying to live healthy, trying to live healthy, but Hamburger Helper sounds SOOOO good right now!
Also you can cast up to 3 spells a round. Either spell of that cast 1 Action that isn't a cantrip along with a reaction spell such as shield or couterspell..... a Cantrip, a spell with a casting time your Bonus Action and your reactionary spell.
I've made a spell slot tracker for my players. Believe it makes experience of play on casters much easier 🧙
1:41 You know what to do.
Dani is a treasure
Would you please do a video on Cantrips and their bonus action ability. PLEASE!!!! there are many arguments online abut this and both of my groups disagree on the correct way to use a cantrip (with 1 action) as a bonus action along with your main action (examples: Attacking with a sword and casting firebolt) or casting dancing lights in the distance then casting magic missile. or a "Druid and Shillelagh as an example. To get the attack action after casting Shillelagh as a BA."
Dani is just the best!
We seriously need Danny at the gaming table as a cast member!
This was all explained so well. My players understood what they needed to know.
Queen Dani's make up is on point!!!!! Slay girl slay!!! Or In this case...Cast, Girl. CAST!
This isn't the spellcasting basics I'm looking for...
Can I just say what we're all thinking: God damn Dani you fine af.
Right?!?😂😂
I'd marry her right now.
I really live Dani’s enthusiasm
Dani! I love you so much and your make up is distractingly on point. Also thanks for the spell casting breakdown!
Thanks for the help! I didn't know this, so I treated my spells like normal attack rolls
Edit) Zee Bashew also has a pretty helpful. ideo on the topic of spell slots/levels
I just found it
Was looking for what dice finish and spell modifiers . Can't seem to find a video that goes into these details. Nice though. Good basic explanation.
This has been the most useful HBH episode. Thank you CR.
Was really looking forward for this one, thanks for providing answers to many of my questions
Dani’s makeup game ALWAYS on point 😩
I'm saving this for my players
Fine. Ya got me. Shes pretty great.
I know that Travis plays a warlock in the second campaign so he's probably gonna do the quick build episode on it, but I would love if they got Mary E. McGlynn to do it since she was Zahra in the first campaign.
Your personality is everything
There are no words for the awesomeness of Dani, except maybe. . . Damn
well... its a start. what about learning spells, casting requirements, components, scrolls vs spell books, spell focus items, what die rolls are made and why... oh the exhaustive list that wasn't touched. not to mention Warlocks!!! (which were only mentioned)
It'd be great to get a somewhat in-depth video about concentration. From my experience, many, MANY people, even those considered veterans, could use some reminders about the actual rules of concentration. Why? Well...
Most people think that concentration can be broken by 3 things:
- Damage;
- Going unconscious;
- Spells that specifically trigger a concentration check (like sleet storm or earthquake).
Which is barely scratching the surface. You also lose concentration when you're INCAPACITATED, and that effect is induced by an awful lot of stuff... Just a few examples:
- Paralyze (yep, for some reason you lose mental concentration when your muscles are stiff);
- Stun (you're basically semi-unconscious, so makes sense);
- Tasha's Hideous Laughter;
- Petrification (although that's basically death, so yeah, no grudge here);
- Banishment (even the temporary one).
And suddenly the 9th level Wizard's spell "Invulnerability" (10 minutes of taking absolutely no damage, requires concentration) becomes far less appealing and more situational, doesn't it?
That's why I think the "only 1 concentration spell" rule is somewhat of an overkill, given how easy it is to break the concentration.
I was with you until the end. Concentration spells are (usually) the more powerful spells. Getting more than 1 or, -- Holy Pelor's Balls -- more than 2, then getting Constitution Resilient and War Caster feats stacked with, say, an Amulet of Health... Unless you take massive damage while you Divine Soul Sorcerer some Blur, Shield of Faith, Haste, and Witch Bolt while you #Bless yourself and Bane your enemies...
Do you see where I'm coming from?
@@RJeremyHoward RUclips didn't notify me of your response, so mine will be mighty late, but perhaps you'll still read it.
Multiple concentration spells is a touchy subject, yes, but I don't think you've fully read, or thought over my post. War caster and Constitution are only good if you make a concentration check as a result of *damage* and not any other of the stuff I've listed.
Damage is the most common thing that'll poke at your concentration, but it sure as hell isn't the only way. Any and all effects that induce "incapacitated" status will terminate your concentration (refer to the list from my post above). There are many spells and effects that require Wisdom or even Charisma save, which casters are often proficient in, yes, but War Caster doesn't apply there, and the DC is often higher than a common damage source, since it's based on the caster's spell save DC.
A simple houseruling of multiple concentration would be to:
- If you lose concentration, you lose it on ALL your spells at once.
- Concentrating on more than one spell at once forces you to make a Concentration check at the start of your every turn. DC equals 8 + the sum of spell levels you're concentrating on.
That combination would turn concentration into a high-risk high-reward scenario for any caster, at the same time making it far less binary than it is now.
Dani & Brian Wayne Foster, double guest on the campaign soon please.
This was great :). I always find spells the hardest to explain to new players. this is very useful, thank you :)
omg thank you so much, i did not understand spell slots but this vid explained it so well
Cast like the wind!!... all over the place and hitting everything!
This is the most helpful one yet! Thanks, Dani!
omg, this is exactly what i was looking for. thank you for the information :o
Dani's smoky eye is killing me. On point.
Dani is a treasure, we love Dani. She's the best.
*casts explosion*
Mage: Alright guys, I’m tuckered our from that. You got this right?
*party that just watch me hit nothing*
Party leader: all in favor of operation meat-shield say ‘I’.”
If I could have any spell that I wanted, I would opt to have the ability to induce aneurysms in other people simply by focusing on them.
*Main villain appears*
Player: I cast Power Word Ki-
DM: They are immune to Power Words.
Player: I quit, that was my only purpose
Me: how did i get here!?
My brain: bruh you saw that smile
Best episode yet.
Thank you so much!
I'm a huge spell slot
my old dm use to have us have a long reast between sessions. that way i knew to spend all my spells depending on how much time we had left.
When it comes to spell magic I believe in FATHER ADURA he is a Father Indeed....
Thanks for Insights.
Shout out to my fellow Warlocks who decided the regular spellcasting rules are for losers! :)
Oh yeah they are!
I'm a Witch with Warlock tendencies... this video isn't up to much. Although Warlocks tend to just create illusions not actual creations. We can all summon illusions in her head without wands surely?
"Spellcasting Basics (Part 2): The Warlock!" PLEASE!!
If you want, I can explain it to you in a couple sentences.
Omg thank you this perfectly explained spells with ease for me
Thanks to *doctor dashira* for his great service now I'm financial strong and buoyant
"but they have them prepared at all times"
that makes it seem like there is an upside to being a known caster. Prepared Casters like the wizard also have the spells that they prepared at long rest, prepared until they switch them. They also always have them prepared. The only difference between The wizard vs Sorcerer when talking about spellcasting is: sorcerer Can't switch their spells during long rest, only A SINGLE ONE during a level up, and a wizard can have up to 25 Spells Prepared at all times, while sorcerer only gets 15.
Don't make it seem like there is an actual upside to Known casting.
Awesome video. It really puts it in simple terms.
I love how positive all these comments are :) glad to be part of this community!
ELI5: if you can cast cantrips any time you want as many times as you want then what mechanically stops you from casting eldritch blast 1 million times?
Nothing
Eldritch blast isnt going to magically solve your every problem(despite what warlocks would have u think
Technically also its not like u can fire 1 million times in one second. U only get one action per round
Are we on the internet?
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