# Character Creation Create a Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition character for Forgotten Realms using a FREE [D&D Beyond](https://dndbeyond.com) account. ![[_assets/pc-builds/ddb-screenshots.png]] ## Link To My Campaign I will send you a link to join my campaign. From there, you can join with an existing character (see below) or begin creating your own character (see below) with access to my purchased game materials. * **For those familiar** with D&D Beyond's Character Builder, generate your character using the Standard Array Method for abilities and use the Starting Equipment packages. * **For those unfamiliar** with D&D Beyond's Character Builder and need more instructions, follow the character builder steps below. >**What if I've already made a character in D&D Beyond?** First, match the [[#Character Builder]] preferences below to your existing character. Also, ensure the *Character Privacy* option is set to "Public." Then, [send me](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpAs5Mt2Fk5ChW_Zr4yYQpQQEllDY7UhH2rleUg_X17N6ZXg/viewform) the browser link to your character for inspection. Once approved, I'll send you a link to join the campaign. >**What if I've already made a character using another method?** You'll have to convert your character to D&D Beyond. Follow the steps below for making a new character. You may have to tweak the character to match the requirements for this campaign. Ensure the *Character Privacy* option is set to "Public." Then, [send me](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpAs5Mt2Fk5ChW_Zr4yYQpQQEllDY7UhH2rleUg_X17N6ZXg/viewform) the browser link to your character for inspection. Once approved, I'll send you a link to join the campaign. ## Using Premade Characters You can view the full [[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/Character Creation#Premade Characters|Character Creation]] to get ideas for character builds -OR- use them as a template to create a character quickly. ## Character Creation Methods There are four methods used to create characters at D&D Beyond. The screenshot below shows your choices. If you're using the [D&D Beyond mobile app](https://www.dndbeyond.com/player-app), your choices are more limited. However, the app is great to use during gameplay to track hit points, conditions, spells, etc. **CLICK on the image below** to begin your character-building journey. [![[_assets/pc-builds/ddb-creation-method.png]]](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder) ## Character Builder **IMPORTANT:** Within the Character Builder, match your *Character Preferences* **EXACTLY** to the screenshot below. Be sure the *Character Privacy* option is set to "Public." ![[_assets/pc-builds/ddb-character-builder.png|DND Beyond Settings]] ## Character Builder Steps ![[_assets/pc-builds/ddb-character-builder-steps.png]] >**REMINDER:** Match your Character Builder Preferences to the screenshot above. 1. **RACE** Select a race and your racial features. Turn off "Legacy Content." 2. **CLASS** Select a class and your class features, including your initial spells (if any). Do not select more spells than your character can prepare in a day based on your chosen class. 3. **ABILITIES** Select the "Standard Array" method for ability scores. The system will modify everything for you automatically. 4. **DESCRIPTION** Under this section, choose your background from the provided list and any other details you wish to fill in at this point. Also, select your alignment; remember, evil is to be destroyed. 5. **EQUIPMENT** Choose the "Starting Equipment" option and click "Equipment," this will populate some additional options for you to choose from. Be sure to click "Add Equipment," or it will not be transferred to the character sheet. ### View Character Sheet Go to *"What's Next > View Character Sheet"* and double-check everything. To return to the Character Builder, click the *Hammer & Anvil* icon. ### Get Approved [Send me](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpAs5Mt2Fk5ChW_Zr4yYQpQQEllDY7UhH2rleUg_X17N6ZXg/viewform) the browser link to your completed character so I can approve it. Once I have approved your character, I'll send you a link to join my campaign. # Premade Characters In a hurry or not sure how to create your first character? The premade character sheets below let you skip the complicated stuff and start playing in minutes. Click on a character title to preview the premade character sheet. To create a character, login to D&D Beyond, then visit the [Character Builder](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/builder). Visit the character creation instructions above for more information. >**IMPORTANT:** If you're already logged into D&D Beyond, clicking on the titles below will begin the character creation process; simply "**Witch Tour**" when the site loads to claim the character, after which you may make any changes you need. You'll still need to adjust the [[#Character Builder|Character Creation]] accordingly. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-barbarian.png]] ## [Human **Barbarian**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95665831) Filled with animalistic fury, you charge headfirst into battle. When your rage takes over, you gain superhuman strength and resilience, coming alive in the chaos of combat. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/woodelf-ranger.png]] ## [Elf **Ranger**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95659495) You track down dangerous monsters with relentless focus, guarding the borderlands. Even in the harshest of conditions, you find a way to survive. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/halfelf-bard.png]] ## [Elf **Bard**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95668098) You’re the life of the party, inspiring your allies with magic and song. An entertainer at heart, your gift for storytelling is unmatched. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/tiefling-warlock.png]] ## [Tiefling **Warlock**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95613928) You made a pact with an otherworldly being and were fundamentally changed as a result. Your magic is stronger than ever… but at what cost? --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/dwarf-cleric.png]] ## [Dwarf **Cleric**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95592044) You answer to a divine purpose, calling upon the power of gods. Heal your party members, cast heavenly spells, and smite down evil with your trustworthy mace. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/highelf-wizard.png]] ## [Elf **Wizard**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95473369) Elegant and unearthly, you are a brilliant and formidable spellcaster. Entranced by the promise of power, your quest for magical knowledge never ends. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-druid.png]] ## [Human **Druid**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95656974) You possess a deep affinity with nature, loathing the unnatural and striving for harmony. Embody nature’s resilience and even shapeshift into an animal with wild, elemental magic. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/halfling-rogue.png]] ## [Halfling **Rogue**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95531915) Secretive and unassuming, you roam the city in search of unsuspecting targets. Despite your more… unsavory… motives, your stealth and skill are invaluable tools in any situation. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-fighter.png]] ## [Human **Fighter**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95473157) You may excel at combat, but you’re more than just a hooligan with a sword. Swords, axes, rapiers, bows – no matter the weapon, you’re a force to be reckoned with. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-fighter-2.png]] ## [Human **Fighter**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/95595276) You may excel at combat, but you’re more than just a hooligan with a sword. Swords, axes, rapiers, bows – no matter the weapon, you’re a force to be reckoned with. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/dragonborn-paladin.png]] ## [Dragonborn **Paladin**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/96083798) You’ve sworn an oath to stand against the forces of evil. Wield righteous magic to heal the sick, strike down your enemies, and defend your allies from harm. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/elf-rogue.png]] ## [Elf **Rogue**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107164636) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* Coquettish and carelessly cruel, Astarion has a taste for the finer things in life. But behind this high-elf rogue’s elegant smirk lurks power that will come to light in Baldur’s Gate 3. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-wizard.png]] ## [Human **Wizard**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107165979) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* Gale’s good nature and strong principles make him a pleasant companion in Baldur’s Gate 3. But this human wizard bears the blight of forbidden magic that threatens to destroy him. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/tiefling-barbarian.png]] ## [Tiefling **Barbarian**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107606626) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* Blunt yet sincere, Karlach treats others with genuine compassion in Baldur’s Gate 3. Afflicted with an infernal heart, this tiefling barbarian is cursed to burn anyone who gets too close. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/githyanki-fighter.png]] ## [Githyanki **Fighter**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107607297) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* In Baldur’s Gate 3, Lae’zel pursues her duty with uncompromising passion. To this Githyanki fighter, bloodshed and violence are marks of strength, to be admired rather than feared. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/halfelf-cleric.png]] ## [Half-Elf **Cleric**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107609898) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* A daughter of darkness, Shadowheart carries the weight of her faith and a strange, untamable magic in Baldur’s Gate 3. This half-elf cleric’s secrets – and enemies – are many. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-warlock.png]] ## [Human **Warlock**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/107693030) *A Baldur's Gate 3 Character Template* Renowned as the heroic Blade of Frontiers, Wyll has devoted his life to those in need in Baldur’s Gate 3. This human warlock seeks escape from a devil with a hellish hold over his soul. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/dwarf-cleric-sketch.png]] ## [Dwarf **Cleric**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/109960799) You answer to a divine purpose, calling upon the power of gods. Heal your party members, cast heavenly spells, and smite down evil with your trustworthy mace. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/elf-fighter-sketch.png]] ## [Elf **Fighter**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/109965870) You may excel at combat, but you’re more than just a hooligan with a sword. Swords, axes, rapiers, bows – no matter the weapon, you’re a force to be reckoned with. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/elf-wizard-sketch.png]] ## [Elf **Wizard**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/109960413) Elegant and unearthly, you are a brilliant and formidable spellcaster. Entranced by the promise of power, your quest for magical knowledge never ends. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/halfling-rogue-web.png]] ## [Halfling **Rogue**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/109963409) Secretive and unassuming, you roam the city in search of unsuspecting targets. Despite your more… unsavory… motives, your stealth and skill are invaluable tools in any situation. --- ![[D&D 5E Forgotten Realms/_assets/premade/human-paladin-sketch.png]] ## [Human **Paladin**](https://www.dndbeyond.com/characters/109967628) You’ve sworn an oath to stand against the forces of evil. Wield righteous magic to heal the sick, strike down your enemies, and defend your allies from harm.