Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is an immersive tabletop role-playing game that blends storytelling and imagination. While it shares some similarities with board games, D&D doesn’t require a physical board. Instead, it’s driven by a Dungeon Master (DM) who leads players through a dynamic adventure. Players make decisions, explore various narrative paths, and use polyhedral dice to shape the outcome of their journey.
At its core, D&D is a fantasy role-playing game, but its flexible structure allows for any genre of storytelling—whether it's medieval fantasy, space exploration, or even magical worlds like Harry Potter. D&D is enjoyed by people of all ages and is often hosted in community spaces like schools, libraries, after-school programs, and clubs. It’s widely recognized as a fun and enriching activity for children and adults alike, promoting creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Join Our D&D Group at the Old Town Public Library!
At the Old Town Public Library, we’ve established a fun, welcoming, and inclusive Dungeons & Dragons group for all levels of experience. Whether you’re a first-time adventurer or a seasoned player, we invite you to join our community for exciting quests, strategic gameplay, and collaborative storytelling. Our sessions are led by passionate Dungeon Masters who will guide you through thrilling campaigns and challenges. We are always looking for new players to join our group, so come roll the dice, make new friends, and explore the endless possibilities D&D has to offer. All you need is your imagination—don’t worry about having any previous experience or special materials, we’ve got you covered!
Here’s a list of helpful resources for both newcomers and experienced players to dive deeper into the world of Dungeons & Dragons:
For New Players:
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Dungeons & Dragons Official Website
- Learn the basics of D&D, get started with free rules, and discover resources for beginners.
Visit here
- Learn the basics of D&D, get started with free rules, and discover resources for beginners.
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D&D Starter Set
- The perfect introduction to D&D, this set includes everything you need to play, including a rulebook, adventure module, and dice.
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- The perfect introduction to D&D, this set includes everything you need to play, including a rulebook, adventure module, and dice.
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Roll20
- An online platform for playing D&D and other tabletop RPGs virtually. It’s a great tool for learning the game while playing with others.
Explore Roll20
- An online platform for playing D&D and other tabletop RPGs virtually. It’s a great tool for learning the game while playing with others.
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D&D Beyond
- A digital toolset that includes rulebooks, character creation guides, and more. Perfect for beginners who want to get into the game quickly.
Visit D&D Beyond
- A digital toolset that includes rulebooks, character creation guides, and more. Perfect for beginners who want to get into the game quickly.
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YouTube: D&D for Beginners
- Channels like Dungeons & Dragons and Geek & Sundry offer excellent beginner guides and “How to Play” videos.
Start watching on YouTube
- Channels like Dungeons & Dragons and Geek & Sundry offer excellent beginner guides and “How to Play” videos.
For Established Players:
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Dungeon Master's Guide
- The essential resource for Dungeon Masters, with rules and tips on creating adventures and running campaigns.
Check it out on D&D Beyond
- The essential resource for Dungeon Masters, with rules and tips on creating adventures and running campaigns.
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Critical Role
- Watch live-streamed campaigns by professional voice actors and DMs. It’s a great way to see D&D in action.
Visit Critical Role
- Watch live-streamed campaigns by professional voice actors and DMs. It’s a great way to see D&D in action.
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Tabletop Audio
- Enhance your gameplay with ambient sounds, music, and effects tailored for your D&D sessions.
Visit Tabletop Audio
- Enhance your gameplay with ambient sounds, music, and effects tailored for your D&D sessions.
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The Dungeon Master's Guild
- A marketplace for official D&D adventures and homebrew content created by other players. Perfect for DMs looking to expand their campaigns.
Explore the Dungeon Master’s Guild
- A marketplace for official D&D adventures and homebrew content created by other players. Perfect for DMs looking to expand their campaigns.
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D&D Wiki
- A community-driven website with an extensive library of homebrew content, including new character classes, races, spells, and more.
Visit D&D Wiki
- A community-driven website with an extensive library of homebrew content, including new character classes, races, spells, and more.
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YouTube: The Dungeon Dudes
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The Dungeon Dudes is a YouTube channel offering Dungeons & Dragons content, including character guides, campaign advice, and actual play sessions.
Check out their channel here: The Dungeon Dudes YouTube Channel
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For Everyone:
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DnDTools
- A collection of tools for character building, spell management, and more.
Explore DnDTools
- A collection of tools for character building, spell management, and more.
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D20 SRD
- A free resource for core D&D rules, including character creation, spells, monsters, and more.
Visit D20 SRD
- A free resource for core D&D rules, including character creation, spells, monsters, and more.
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Fantasy Grounds
- An online platform for virtual D&D play, with a wide range of features for both players and DMs.
Explore Fantasy Grounds
- An online platform for virtual D&D play, with a wide range of features for both players and DMs.
These resources will provide everything from learning the basics to expanding your game as a seasoned player. Whether you're just starting or looking for new ideas to enrich your adventures, these links will guide you through the D&D experience!