Handbooker Helper: Leveling Up
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- Опубліковано 2 лип 2024
- Dungeon Master Matthew Mercer discusses character advancement in 5th Edition D&D on the latest installment of our Player's Handbook tutorial series: Handbooker Helper!
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he has a 20 charisma
Nah, he has a CHR score of *INFINITE*. Only other creature on this planet to have this score is The Rock.
You can get a Charisma score above 20, just not be leveling up and I am sure Matt has achieved this.
@@joshyboy1983 I'd say Terry Crews is up there too, to be honest.
Mercer is definitely more of a God than a Player Character. He's not limited to the 20 maximum, his is more like 30-Cha
It's the charisma equivalent of a barbarian with 20 str that becomes 24 at level 20 and then reads a manual and equips something that gives +4 str like the gauntlets from campaign 1. And expertise in persuasion of course.
"I have killed a score of living creatures, infiltrated a tomb and learned a small part of the bleak secret history of this land."
"And now you are level 2."
"Sweet."
A score? In 5E? More like 3 or 4 to hit level 2, with no tombs or research. Just punch 4 random people in the face and BAM... you're level two. ;)
@@Linerunner99 Ah, same as in real life then.
Pretty much. Luckily, for Critical Role, Matt doesn't bother with the experience point system at all and simply awards level ups at appropriate times in the story. So more like was posted.
@@Linerunner99 that's what my dm does, we just went threw an intense battle where an army of 200+ Goblin 100+ orcs and 2 ogres attacked the town we've been staying in. I ended up solo killing the 2 ogres and a bunch of goblins, my other 2 party members kicked butt as well, in the end me and our druid got captured while, of course our rogue escapes even after I tell him I'm gonna try to finish off the big orc warlock leading the army 😆. Anyway I was going through the 5e guide app and realized that we had not even a 4th of what we needed to level up! But he gave us all a level anyway, makeing us all level 5. It was a 6 hour session, so it would have really sucked if we didn't get any rewards from it! Lol
@@cryogenicwaif4688 has your DM been watching goblin slayer?? XD
Honestly, because it's Matt, I just sort of assume he already knows exactly which page of the PHB all of this information is on and is just rattling them off from memory for us.
Well to be honest, even tho Matt Mercer is the godsent saint of all dmhood, any half-decent dm who plays on a regular basis and takes his job seriously can tell you roughly which pages you have to look at to find what you seek. especially things regarding feats, magic items and equipment and such.
True, there are essential pages you just memorize. I get my players to learn and watch them thumb through a bit before I just give them the page number. Maybe not exact but I'll get you in a page or two range. This is where being a book holder beats DnD Beyond. . . learning.
@@ThaBobKin i disafuckingree, and im the chump who made the system i use from scratch.
@@bytheburnside7539 well either you made it to complex, didn't use it for long enough or didn't play much yet. Its just as above mentioned. Over time you learn the essentials by looking it up regularly.
René I disagree. Chapter yes. Neighboring sections absolutely. But I don't think many DMs or Players really pay attention to page numbers when reading over feats for the 18th time this month
Important note: When playing a Fighter you'll get Ability Score Improvements more often from level 4 onwards than other members of your party. That Character chart is super important to keep an eye on.
And that is almost the only thing on that chart. Fighters are incredibly universal concept, and they get most of their distinct features from their Martial archeotype, fighting style and feats. The only universal things across fighters are proficiencies, extra attacks, action surge and indomitable.
This actually applies to Wizards too. Taking Wizard levels for a Fighter is almost interchangeable to being Eldritch knight
Rogues also get an extra one at 10th level. I don't think a lot of people know that.
Lvl 20 fighter human variant “I have like 6 feats and a 20 in 2 stats who can stop me?”
@@Vol7ar oh wow. I really did not know that. No wonder it felt like they were missing a class feature.
Important note about feats: Talk to your DM! Feats are optional rules, and some are superior to others (e.g. Lucky, which is banned at many tables).
I will never understand why Lucky is banned so widely. Yes it's good, but it's not that insane.
@@ljaquos Some DMs think it slows down the game. But then some DMs can't handle Bards and ban that class from their games.
@@ljaquos it's the same with great weapon master and sharpshooter. Their so good you have to take them and they out shine things like actor or healer
@@ljaquos it's usually because it's incorrectly used. It's not that op. Combine it with a portent wizard? Now that player is slightly lucky 😁
@@XblacklightZ but...why? that sounds so dumb to me, every feat takes away from being able to increase ability(s) score(s) and some have drawbacks if they are very powerful, what's the point of further limiting the players?
I came, I saw Matt, I liked.
Some other people on the internet would say, I came, I saw Matt Mercer, I came... But that's beside the point
(this is not ment to offend anyone or anything, please understand that I've been spending too much time on certain subreddits and am therefore spoiled)
@@MrYoneta1 and guys
I saw Matt, I liked, I came.... All over my pants
I saw Matt, I came, I liked.
Yes, another video with God as the host.
Mercer is Taldoreis god. Seperate from actual god, that will always be Freeman.
Don't insult Mercer he isn't a measly god He's the DM he commands even the gods and the very fabric of reality.
Just waiting for the church of mercer.
The One Above All.
God does not know how to tell a story as well as matthew
Anyone else in the late stages of Critical R withdrawal? :c Love y'all!
Yehehehessss!
Oh God I'm shaking
Only just over a week to go. We can make it! We can make it! (I'm not gonna make it, send help.)
8 days, 5 hours and 57 minutes to go.
@@Deiwos0 oh no it's not this week? Hecking heck.
I love that since Matt was doing this one when they drew the DM it was Satinee.
wait.... that bit about the constitution bump is insane! I had no idea!
And now you know! Isn't that awesome? Have fun with your new information!
Yep about to do some calculations to see if I ever bumped my CON in the last two years. Lol
The Tough feat gives you 2 hit points for each of your levels, also retroactively. So if a level 12 druid took Tough she'd instantly get an additional 24 hit points.
Yup! When you increase your Con mod, the boost to HP/level is retroactive :)
Seems like you didn't know how to play, so Mercer showed you the way...
Handbook, handbook, handbook-er Helper.
Handbooker helper. (Ding.)
But in all seriousness. It is a pretty cool thing.
I love the fact this one has a Santine doodle for the DM!
Yes. Very cool.
This is so helpful, levelling up is one of the things I've been struggling to get the hang of. I had no idea about the increase in con modifier adding to your HP for each level!
Same. Been DMing 5e for a long time now and I'm very familiar with most of the rules but I had never heard this before.
really?? its says in the book + you can ask your dm right?
also take note that the feat tough gives the same context for retroactive levels and future ones
@@dicedoom7162 I'll admit I'm still at the stage where I feel awkward asking my DM too many questions because I don't want to be a nuisance, but I don't seem to be the only person who missed that. It's a LOT to take in especially when you learn more by playing than by just reading it!
@@RBIllustration Never be afraid to ask something to your DM. I doubt they will refuse to help, nor i believe they'll find you a nuisance (it's part of their "job", even more if there are new or unexperienced players at the table). Remember, everybody can forget stuff or need clarifications.
I seriously didnt know that when your con mod increases you get a hitpoint for every lvl, and I've been playing for a while now so thanks!
Ryder Igo Neither did I! I love this series. :3
Absolutely not what my DM allows. Your HP is indicative of what you were at the time. Con bonuses are a “go forward” addition. I don’t like what he said about that in particular. It seems a little “min-max”y to me.
@@RyanCoke1001 thats literally the rules
@@RyanCoke1001 to increase your health with your con
Thats the whole point of putting into con
To give those much needed health points
@@kylestroup3077 To do so at the time of HP rolling. Not to retroactively add HP to past rolls. It seems flawed to me. And my DM has the last say in all rules. If he doesn't like it, it goes.
Wait... was that bardbarian?
Rock'n'Roll Grog or rather Rock 'n' Rage Grog?
Yes, at 3:25
Lionel Gayheart / Chod as he is known
It was an Bardbarian
that was totally a bardbarian
Is it bad I've once made a warlock with matt as their patron
The only bad part I could see is your DM not doing him justice in his portrayal as a patron
I've seen multiple other UA-camrs use him as their example Cleric or Warlock patron.
witch pacy was it? Archfey?
@@danielribeiro1433 old one
Drawing of Grog with Cloud's hair and buster sword is glorious
Can someone get Matt a telephone book? I could listen to him read it for hours ... and hours ... and hours.
... and hours
This was one of the few things that I didn't pick up on just by watching crit role. Everything else clicks after a while, but since we don't have insight into this process it's kinda hard to learn by just watching the show
Yeah, I know they like to do all of the leveling mostly behind the scenes, but I wouldn't mind one episode of them going through it all on camera.
i believe they rolled for hp on screen when they hit level 4, which i think was c2e13-ish
[God has joined the server]
Todd, the Anti-Christ, draws a knife and enters the Critical Role Studio
Edit: "Who's laughin' now? Hehe."
Matt Mercer = Dnd Jesus
Jesus saves and takes half damage.
also best boi in P5
Empyreans: Are we jokes to you?
"Remember us fondly at level 20."
Pretty sure the total amount of groups that ever made it to level 20 are below 1000....
My group never makes it past lvl 3 and its infuriating
In 5th edition? I doubt that. It's easier than ever to hit 20.... less than 400k exp and monsters give a LOT.
@@Linerunner99 True, but unless your DM is creating the adventure of their own, most books really only reach level 17. Reaching the bounds of 20 is usually DM discretion.
If you're stuck with a DM who's going to limit your campaign to 17 because his book ran out of stuff to do you need a new DM. Even less experienced DMs can usually blend enough unique material with modules etc to provide their players with plenty to do. And even 20 shouldn't be the end, but going beyond that is usually a thing only more experienced DMs attempt. Every group should do at least one "fast track" campaign where every attempt is made to pace things to allow the players to experience high level play.
@@Linerunner99 I know, all i'm saying is it's mostly DM discretion. I bring all my players to 20 as well
Mercer-ful Heavens!! A new episode of Handbooker Helper!!
Matt looks absolutely glorious this episode
A nice video on gaining levels.
Whoever thought of adding in the pages section with relevance to classes is a genius.
Great job guys.
I don't ever want to miss out on goodies from leveling up, so one of the things I do is jot down abilities that my character would get from races (or anything outside of the contents of the main class and subclass) in the notes section of my character sheet. Otherwise, for example, I may forget that my Dark Elf would gain a single use of Faerie Fire at 3rd level and Darkness at 5th. Also... there are times that I may "look ahead" to what I want my character to get when they reach a certain level and jot those ideas down in the "notes" section of my character sheet so I can remember them when they reach that level... Hmm... sounds like I have a memory issue. It's possible. I don't remember if I do or not.
I used to have memory problems, I think...
I just write down racial features in the same section as my class features, I mean they are all features, I don't really see the need to separate them.
I also like to plan my character out a few levels ahead. It especially helps if your DM decides to have you level up mid-session.
You are effing amazeballs. I have had such a hard time working this out. Everybody else takes too long to get to the point and I get distracted by it. But you rock. I can't wait to see what else you have. Thnaks.
I had no idea that a con buff increases your HP by that much. Thanks for the info!
This was such a nice gift for the New Year! I didn't expect to see anything new from the Critical Role camp until next week. Very uplifting energy to start the year off with! =)
Best update I've had all day!
This is so helpful I love that you marked the book pages!!!
Honestly just love watching HH for the CR crew😄
With all the possibilities, having Matt do this was excellent and he was very detailed in all the options yet remained well organized. Very well done mate.
how can a man be so beautiful?
Dude You helper me out a lot ! I feel super positive
Mercer, you are the reason I've gotten into D&D. You make it so much easier for my short attention span to learn this stuff. Thank you.
"Remember us fondly"
I already do
"At level 20"
3 more to go! Jokes aside, Matt is a treat
So funny, yesterday me and my Dm adapted my character sheet and were confused with some things that were explained in this video! It's super helpful! Thank you guys for this series!
This one has confused me suprisingly for awhile, Thanks guys for provide this video!
As someone who has played D&D in (almost) every edition since ADnD, I still love this video because it explains things so well. I'm definitely going to send this to any new players I play with or DM for in the future.
Thanks so much for making this video! As a starting DM this helped out a lot!
Thank god for this video. I always forget how to level up properly or I mess it up. Great job guys! Most useful vid yet!
Been playing since I was 6 years old, love these though. Plus, I could listen to his voice all day
These videos are honestly so helpful. I'm a noob and watch all these and it helps make it easier
Starting the year off right, with Matt on Handbooker Helper :D
Fuck I wish this was longer. I could listen to Matt go on and on about D&D mechanics for days
It's amazing that you make this stuff sound so cool. I have tried and failed.
Praise Lord Mercer for bestowing his knowledge upon the world.
"His" knowledge?
He's literally just summarising the info in the PHB.
Just got myself the player's handbook.
I'm gonna enjoy looking at all the possible combination for characters.
I like the Stabby Tabby at 0:43
Starting my 1st ever campaign next Thursday, I can't wait 🤩
I must say, when I saw that Mat Mercer was doing this handbooker helper I was even more excited than usual. Leveling up was something that was difficult for me to pick up when I started reading for this edition. Thank you, DM!
I just love listening to Matt talk.
I can not wait until the Multi Class episode. I’ve been playing for about 4 years now and I’ve always been afraid to do it because I want to make sure I’m doing it right.
This was so useful and easy to understand :0
It's worth mentioning that while I've yet to play at a 5e table that didn't use them, Feats are technically an optional rule and are incorporated at the DM's discretion, so talking with your DM and group about your character design goals is always a good idea, to make sure everyone is on the same page. :)
Nicely done Matthew.
thank you this is really helpful. somehow i got really confused during my level up. you are all life savers!!!
I SO love the jingle.
I'm still not over the little 'ding!' at the end of the jingle. So good :D
Omg this is awesome for a new dm and new players!
I really appreciate this video, I decided to learn how to DM so this is very helpful thank you!!
Satine Phoenix drawn as the DM, I love it
The video is perfect since Earth just leveled up and should take some cool perk to make future adventures better! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Whoever the editor is on this video y’all should hire him full time
When you watch these videos even though don't play D&D, you play pathfinder, but just to listen top Matt Mercer talking....
I'm a pretty experienced player, but I still watch these videos
Matt does a little shoulder shimmy when he brings his hands back together and I can’t stop noticing it
Its been so long since I heard that beautiful voice. :D 8 more days I cant handle this :D
I love the music in this because Matt is that magical. xD
I know I'm late for all this but thank God I discovered this through a friend, getting ready to DM my first game tonight and im a bit nervous
Satine DM Doodle was the cutest one I've seen yet, and then I saw Final Fantasy Grog and had to instantly change my ranking.
I've known all this stuff (in it's varying editions) for almost 30 years. I just watch these videos for the fun of it. They're so entertaining, in the 'oh, how cute' way.
Omg I was so confused of how the hit points worked. Thank You T.T
I like that end quote.
Thank you!
Thanks Matt! :D
I love this
I'm literally my friend group's forever DM and I still watch these avidly
Matt Mercer is one of my favorite people.
My personal tactic is to plan a few levelups ahead for what I want to do with the character, but leave room for change. My paladin started with two handed weapons, switched to spear and shield when he found a magic spear, and is now gonna take the dual wielder feat after also finding a magic longsword. Had i planned for this?no. Am i excited for the new direction he is going in? Absolutely
I will always remember you, even at LVL 20, Matt.
THANK YOU
Thank you Matt very cool.
Thank you! This video kept me from leveling up Wrong with Too Few Hit Points when I bumped my constitution modifier.
Ya know I only watched this cause I love watching these guys do stuff, and thought it would be some ggofy cute short, but I actually learned something and it was a really good explanation of the topic.
Really nice explanation.
Fancy seeing you here...
Your intro is fantastic
As a complete newbie at dnd this helped a lot. I’ve had a lot of levelling up but honestly didn’t know what I could improve on, aside from adding new spells. Also looks like I’m gonna need to get the players handbook 😅
“Not bad huh?” That voice was so GOOD
That Cloud Strife Grog cracked me up but good xD
I love you Matthew.
He's such a theater kid and I love it
First episode I see. Sams Intro is genious. XD
While I love these videos and want more, I'd love to see one for multiclassing two caster classes. That one still throws me for a loop.
this is perfectly timed, my players literally just hit 2nd lvl at the end of last weeks session, its perfect for my 3 newbies in the group :D
I love this game so fucking much
We just reached level 8! I'm so stoked to max out wisdom :D
Thanks Mcree
I assume this was recorded before the break, but anyway
I hope ya'll are having a great time