About half
a year ago, me and my friends started playing D&D, we actually love it and
can’t stop playing. So, I decided to do my presentation about it and maybe
encourage You to play this game.
D&D is
a fantasy tabletop RPG (role-playing game).
What is
tabletop RPG?
A tabletop
role-playing game is a game where all players incarnate a fictional character
which they created themselves. During the game players are responsible for
acting out their character which includes narration, decision making,
interaction with other characters (players) and actual acting as your
character. Every action and reaction that a character takes, and it’s result
either positive or negative is determined by game mechanics.
(photo
of our actual session)
A bit of
history
Game
Dungeons and Dragons was invented in United States in states of Minnesota and
Wisconsin by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson. It has evolved from the war game
called Chainmail. For the first time it was released in 1974 by Tactical
Studies Rules, nowadays game is published by Wizards of the Coast. Since then
there were about 10 editions of D&D and todays edition is called number 5.
There is a famous quote about game origins that I would like to show You.
“Once upon
a time, long ago, in a realm called Midwestern United States—specifically the
states of Minnesota and Wisconsin—a group of friends gathered together to
forever alter the history of gaming. It wasn’t their intent to do so. They were
tired of merely reading about worlds of magic, monsters and adventure. They
wanted to play in those worlds, rather than observe them.”
~ Mike Mearls,
May 2014
Game overview
Usually game take
place indoors and all players sit around the table. Each such meeting is called
session and usually lasts from 2 to 8 hours (can be longer of course). At the
first session everyone creates his/her own champion choosing its race,
personality, specialization, attributes and basic equipment and fills in
character sheet which later on determines his pros, cons and overall
performance. Players during the session kind of become their character and
everything the say, do or any decision they make are actions of this player’s
character. All of the players are described as adventurers “party” and everyone
have his/her own specialty, contributing into party’s success in a different
way. During campaign team encounter lots of NPCs (non-player character) which
are either hostile or friendly to the party and its players decision what to do
about such being. Results of every decision made by a party and overall story
line of the game are determined by DM (Dungeon Master) according to game
mechanics and his own interpretation of these rules. Also, his task is to
choose, describe and impersonate variety of encountered NPCs as well as surroundings
and aftermath of such encounter based on team’s choices. Basically, every
action and its success or failure is determined by dice roll. In D&D
players (and DM) uses 7 types of dices d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, d20 (where number
is number of dice walls). Default everyone uses d20 unless the rules says
differently.
Word of closure
Summarizing I strongly
recommend everyone of You just to try at least once in Your lifetime to take
part of RPG session, not necessarily D&D because there are hundreds of
different similar games so anyone can find something for themselves. RPGs are
cool way to train Your creativity, improvisation and interpersonal skills and
they are surprisingly good alternative for a computer games (trust me I am real
gamer). It is also great way to diversify casual meetings with friends and do
something new and different.
Questions
- Have You ever heard about Dungeons and Dragons before? Do You like it?
- Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
- What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
Bibliography
- Official Dungeons & Dragons Edition 5 player’s handbook (I own one).
- https://dnd.wizards.com
- https://www.etsy.com/shop/URWizards
- https://www.wikipedia.org/
- https://screenrant.com/dungeons-dragons-alignments-explained/
- https://www.rebel.pl/dnd/
Comments
Yes I heard about it in one of the TV show that i watch - Big bang theory. I have to say that I wasn't that encourages to try it out those types of games aren't really that appealing to me.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I enjoy them but not the board games types. I'd rather play a fantasy game on a PC or PS.
2. Unfortunetlly I have not played but for sure I would try it.
3. I love fantasy games and movies. Since I was little I loved fantasy world and everything related to it, for example movies, comics and every game, no matter if it was video game or board game.
2. I've never had a chance to play the D&D game but I would love to, unfortunately most of my friends are not very interested in this topic so it's hard to find someone willing to play.
3. Fantasy and science fiction worlds are one of my favorite genres in games and movies. I have always loved to dive into these worlds and their characters.
2. I have never tried any tabletop RPG, but I would like to try it. I like fantasy genre and cooperation with other people so I believe I would like it.
3. I'm a big fan of fantasy and science fiction books, so I also like to try it on different "platform". So yes, I like fantasy games, especially those which are set in the RPG genre.
We played RPG many times during camps and colonies, but it was a more verbal RPG with elements of nature around us. A very nice way to spend time and to get to know other people by spending time with them.
Hmm, fantasy games are better in my opinion than games in a realistic world. What's so cool about having a life in the everyday world of the game? It's better to play in an imaginary world, because you can cut yourself off from reality, which sometimes can be "gray".
I've heard about it while i was watching "Big bang theory" and "Stranger things" it looked really cool back then and i would most certainly give it a try.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I've never tried, but as I said, I would like to try :)
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
When I was younger i've played World of warcraft, that was a really cool experience as it was a "me time" during the day and i've enjoyed every minute spent with my friends in digital fantasy world.
2. No, I have never tried playing tabletop RPG, but I'd love to try it.
3. Of course I love fantasy games. I think that they educate and act on the imagination. We can imagine a lot. In addition, it is a great escape from reality and from time to time it is worth playing fantasy games.
Yes I've heard about it long ago and it sounds really fun. Though after learning about Mutant Year Zero i have no idea which one would I prefer to play first.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I have never play the true tabletop RPG though I've played many games with role playing in it like Stworze or Roll Player which I can recommend. I would love to play real session of D&D or other game, but sadly I don't have people for it.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I love games it is great option to run of soometimes especially after hard week and just become someone or something else for a moment or two.
Yes, I heard and read about it when me and my friends were searching for tabletop game. But we thought D&D too difficult for us. We've been playing a Manchkin. It was fun, we've even bought few versions of this game and mixed all cards. We have one big set of cards) In that time i was enjoying to play this game, it was much better than other things that we were doing.
2. As I said, we tried playing D&D but, in the end, preparations took more time than actual game due to loss of enthusiasm of some of our party members. Pity, but at least I still have my dices. I’d really like to play again but unfortunately my friends don’t share my love for tabletop games. There are some kind of clubs and cafes centering around playing tabletop games, maybe someday I will go there.
3. Fantasy is my favorite genre, regarding books, movies, games or music. There is a lot for me to tell about it but it wouldn’t classify as a commentary anymore but an essay.
2. I haven't played. I have a lot of gamer friends but they like more computer games. I would give it try if the ocasion apears.
3. Fantasy is one of my favorite genre. Although I prefer books instead of games. I play sometimes games, but not for escaping reality but because it is fun.
2. I've tried to play Minecraft once, but this kind of games is bot my cup of tea, because they are long and you do the same things again and again to complete a challenge. Moreover they requires to spend a lot of hours in order to level up your character.
3. It's depend on a plot. I think that good game should be gripping and engrossing. Moreover good gamę should give US opportunity to get stucked into this world and identify with our character.
1. Yes, I've heared about it, but I've not played it, so I can't easy whether I like it or not.
My experience with that was rather playing games based on the D&D system.
2. Yes, I have. It is kind of enjoyable, however, it is not entirely my type on entertainment. Played once in a time along with group of friends is fairly fun though.
3. I prefer fantasy games to the real world once for sure. There are many kinds of fantasy though and some are, to me, better than the others.
2. Once I tried with my friends during holidays. We finished playing after two, maybe three hours. It was really good, but still you need to have a lot of time to do it properly and still have a lot of fun.
3. I think it's my one of the favourite genres. I really like movies, books and games that are related to this. And the best of them - The Witcher! Every book, every game and now I'm waiting for series from Netflix. Can't wait!
Of course I've heard of this game. Unfortunately, I never had a chance to play it myself. However, I like the whole idea of board RPG games.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
Like I said, I've never had the chance. To play this game you need a group of enthusiasts and only then can it succeed. Maybe one day I will buy a game of this type and I will be able to persuade my friends :)
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
Fantasy world is one of my favorite topics in books and games. I think it's worth to get away from the grey reality and go to other unknown and fascinating worlds.
I have hard lots of time but unfortunately I have never had opportunity to play it, although I always wanted to.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I tried playing some simple ones a couple of times, but I can not remember their titles. I was quite fun and I would definitely do that again.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
Although I prefer to stay in realistic world I like doing something new which is beyond my daily interests.
2.No I didn't, as I said before I'm willing to try it.
3. I'm a horrible player and being bad in something usually stops me from enjoying it. In my opinion fantasy world is fantastic way to stop worrying about daily activites and troubles even for a few moments. It surely improves our imagination and makes some people smile, but for me in the end it's important to keep balance between real and fantasy world
I’ve heard of it, but I’ve never played that game. That’s why I don’t know if I like it. None of my friends play it, that’s why I’ve never had a chance to see if I enjoy playing this game.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
Yes, I have. I used to play them as a kid. Time flies very fast when you’re playing tabletop RPG with people you like and know. Especially because you probably have similar interests, which makes the game even more interesting. It’s also a great way to get to know them better.
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I like both fantasy games and the realistic ones. I think those kinds of games let your imagination run riot and thanks to them you can stop thinking about the reality and see what it's like 'living' in a different dimension.
2. Of course you do! I think that even the original RPG is like that! I would love to play as if a team had gathered.
3. I think that games in the fantasy universe are the most interesting and develop our creativity. An example could be
creating one's own character in D&D where our and Master's imagination is the most important.
I think rpg games such as D&D and board games integrate people very well :).
Playing RPG or board games with a friend gives me great joy
Yes, mostly from Western films, I always wanted to play that game, but I haven't had any opportunity yet.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
Yeah, I've played Munchkin, and It's a lot of fun
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I like fantasy genre and I like playing RPG game, and not only board ones, but mostly computer ones. They tell a lot of great stories and allows you to take a role of anyone you can imagine.
2. Yes, I used to play Warhammer 40,000. The game is also set in a fantasy world. In a nutshell - we are creating our army and our goal is to eliminate opponents.
3. I used to play various games very often. However, over time and with more work, I had to put them back on the shelf. Sometimes I miss them and I will probably be tempted by some small game soon.
I have heard about Dungeons and Dragons, mostly because of TV series and movies from the US. I haven’t heard about it from any of my friends. I don’t know if I like it because I have never tried playing, but I like the idea.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I haven’t tried playing tabletop RPG, but I would like to try it. I would probably suck at it but it sounds fun.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I’m not really a gamer, but I like fantasy games that I’ve played when I was younger. I mostly stay in realistic world but I like a good book or movie to have fun in the fantasy world.
I have never heard of it before and never played this game. I don't know if I like it, I would have to try. I feel It will be fine. However, none of my friends have played this before, so I never had the opportunity to see if I liked playing this game.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
Yes, I tried to play RPG on the table before. I played with my friends in junior high school. As with any play, time goes by very quickly when you play RPG with friends you like and know. Especially since you probably have similar interests, which makes the game even more interesting. It's also a great way to get to know them better.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I definitely prefer realistic games. However, sometimes I play fantasy games. They let you break away from reality and forget about problems, for example. However, I am more realistic and prefer to talk and play real games.
2. Yes, I did. We actually played a zombie scenario that happened in our hometown. With google maps it’s actually insanely fun and nostalgic.
3. I prefer sci-fi over the magic.
No, I enjoy playing RPG games sometimes, but I haven't heard about Dungeons and Dragons, probably because I seldom play tabletop RPG games.
2.Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
There was a time tabletop became famous in my city like 8 years ago, we usually go to play tabletop games for around 10 people, but the most we played were "Killer", "Werewolf" and so on, we seldom played tabletop RPG.
3.What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I enjoyed it when I was younger, now I am not addicted to the games that much, so I mostly stay in realistic world, and play games with friends when I need to relax.
I first heard about D&D, as most of us did I presume, while watching Netflix Original Series called Stranger Things where those young kids played it every evening after school or during summer. I am not a huge fan of fantasy but I think I would like to try and play it.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I played some board games and really enjoyed it. I once played “7 miracles of the world” with my friends and it was huge fun. I wouldn’t say that it’s an RPG game but I can really recommend it.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
As I said, I am not a huge fan of fantasy but if the game has a cool plot and it’s really engaging then I think fantasy world has nothing to do with it and everybody would like to play it if they are anyhow interested in board games and enjoy playing them.
No, I've never heard about this game before, although it seems I've seen something similar in a movie. And after reading your article on this game, I definitely wanted to play it. so yes, I like it.
Have you ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would you like to try?
Unfortunately I never played tabletop RPG but as I wrote above, your article made me interested in this kind of game so I would gladly try.
What do you think about fantasy games? Do you enjoy playing such games or do you prefer to stay in a realistic world?
Fantasy games open up a vast field of ideas for developers, but alas, I do not like these games because I like to play simulations of what I understand and I don't have to spend extra energy to understand how everything works in this fictional world. After all, the games are fictional in order to rest rather than create additional problems for the player. So I would prefer to stay in a realistic world
2. Yes, I tried with my friends who actualy play D&D. As I mentioned in previous answer, it's too time consuming to setup the beginning of the game which discourages me from playing it a little bit, but it's a good way to spend time with friends who like playing games together.
3.I personally like fantasy games, I do like playing RPG games, just not tabletop variation. I really enjoy playing them because it's stress relieving
2. At first I was very sceptical to play a game with pen and paper (and dice and books :p). If someone suggested it to me when I was a kid, I'd probably ridicule him. Yet, while I tried playing D&D for first time during high school, I have to admit, it was very enjoyable. Today I find D&D as one of the least enjoyable systems though and I think it's running more on its popularity than mechanics.
3. It depends. Whether it comes to books, movies or games I find most of things from fantasy genre really boring, but it's a whole another story, while it comes to dark fantasy which I find much more interesting and entertaining.
Who has not heard about Dungeons and Dragons before? But I only heard I never played this so it’s hard for me to tell you that I like or dislike this.
2. Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I never played tabletop RPG. I would like to try if there is a chance, but I doubt that I will have one.
3. What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I enjoy to playing fantasy games but only computer version preferable mmorpg sandbox with as much freedom as possible.
I heard about this game but I've never had the opportunity to play seems to be great entertainment but unfortunately none of my friends would rather be interested in this way of spending time.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
Unfortunately, I've never had the opportunity to play this type tabletop game, I only played popular board games like "monopoly". I would love to try and as soon as the opportunity arises I will not miss it.
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I love fantasy games this is my favorite game genre. Sometimes I like to escape to the world where is magic, mythical creatures and adventure. I love the ingenuity of fantasy game developers, they can create an unknown world that can only be limited by imagination.
2. I had the opportunity to play such a game, but I didn't like it. Such games are too complicated.
3. I like fantasy games, especially the RPG genre, but in a computer version.
Have You ever heard about Dungeons and Dragons before? Do You like it?
Yes I have, but I have never get the opportunity to play it so I cannot judge something thsat I dont know exactly.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I dont have this experience too, and honestly, i don't like these kinda games.
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
Fantasy games are good especially when playing online, but they are always being addicted so you gotta be careful tho.
No, I just heard about it. I also saw it in movies and fairy tales. I would love to try it one day, it looks very interesting.
2.Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
No, but as I wrote above, I would love to. I hope that one occasion will happen to me.
3.What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I think it can be great fun. I am amazed at the creativity that resulted from creating these games.
3. I like to escape from the real world, either I do it by reading a good book, watching a movie, playing a computer game or playing tabletop RPG. When you get to know all these different, incredible worlds it is difficult to find our dull, normal world stimulating, therefore it is a dangerous path you've walked into so be careful! ;]
Yes I had, but I never played and basically have no idea about it. If I have free time I will try it for sure!
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I'm not really interested in RPG, better I prefer strategies where you need some ability to control and influence.
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
The games like fantasy is quite popular nowadays and I would enjoy playing such games for sure. But I also believe that we should not be immersed in a fantasy world.
2. Yes, I enjoy playing tabletop RPGs. For the first time, my experience was not so good. My friends a bit narrow-minded to understand the beauty of such a complex games (if you think it is easy I recommend reading all redactions of D&D rules or to be a game master for a few sessions). I couldn't find any club where people play this game. So I spent a lot of time finding a good community for this game on the Internet. It was a long journey into this game, but it's worth it.
3. Fantasy games let us be in different worlds and be who you want and do whatever you want. I don't understand striving for realism in games. It's better to leave realism for real life and enjoy everything that will never happen in real life.
2. Unfortunately I only heard about these games, I have never played. I don't know anyone who is playing from my surroundings. I really want to try this game is some kind of legendary.
3. As I said before I'm big fan of fantasy worlds. I watch fantasy movies, play games in this universe and read books. I think I like it so much because I remember stories from childhood, told by my grandparents.
Yes I have heard of it of course and it brings up very nice memories !
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I have been playing when I was 18 y.o. and it was so much fun! We could spend days playing it! We hald a very nice and experienced storyteller so it was just magical. Still remember me playing as a monk healer elf:)
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
You always need some place to rest but you should realize what is real and what is not, and do it not as procrastination but as a pre-planned rest time
Yes, I have heard about D&D before. Firstly I heard about that game in "Big Bang Theory", and it seemed to be interesting. I like this game, especially the beginning of the game when creating characters.
Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I have only tried Dungeons and Dragons. Unfortunately, we didn't have enough of meetings to finish the quest.
What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I think that fantasy games are awesome! They make our imagination evolve. It is great to spend some time in your perfect world with magic, adventures and amazing creatures.
It's my first time with this topic but it looks good to me so in future I will probably try it.
2.Have You ever tried playing tabletop RPG? What were your experiences? If not, would You like to try?
I have tried it some time ago and I enjoyed it pretty much.
3.What do You think about fantasy games? Do You enjoy playing such games or do You prefer to stay in realistic world?
I prefer fantasy games because the only restriction you get is the one creator had in mind.
3. I have nothing against fantasy worlds. I love Star Wars and HarryPotter worlds. If I had to pick between realistic and fantasy worlds I'd definitely pick fantasy, because I believe that people sometimes should take a break in being real world, and give their mind something unexpected and new.
1. Yes, I have heard about it before. I watched a TV series named "Stranger Things". I find it very interesting, but I have never played it. But I would love to try. I have to encourage my friends to play with me. I like the fantasy so it would be fun.
2. I have never tried playing tabletop RPG for serious. Once, I gave it a chance, but it was a long time ago and we were playing like for 15 minutes. So, I don`t have an experience. As i said in the first question, I really want to try it. If I have a chance, I will do it.
3. I like fantasy books and games. Most of it were computer games, but I like magic, secrets and mysterious things. I feel this vibe, and easily I can go fully into some imagine world.