D&D Beyond
Guide to D&D Beyond, the official digital toolset for D&D 5e character creation, rules reference, and campaign management.
What is D&D Beyond?
D&D Beyond is the official digital platform for D&D 5e. It includes a character builder, digital rulebooks, encounter builder, and mobile app.
Free features include basic character creation (SRD content only). Purchasing sourcebooks unlocks full content for character options, spells, and monsters.
Key Features
Character Builder: Step-by-step creation with automated calculations
Digital Dice: Built-in dice roller with character sheet integration
Content Sharing: Campaigns allow DMs to share purchased content with players
Common Mistakes
Common Mistake
Not joining the DM's campaign to access shared content
Common Mistake
Buying books individually instead of using content sharing
Common Mistake
Forgetting to sync characters between devices
DM Tips
DM Tip
Use campaigns to share your purchased content with players
DM Tip
Encourage players to use D&D Beyond for easy character management
DM Tip
Utilize the encounter builder for combat tracking