D&D 2024 Character Registration
As of today you are be able to register characters for both the 2024 and the 2014 rules. There are three methods for making characters:
- Standard: This allows you to register new characters (using the 2024 rules) from scratch. You can roll for stats and pick any of the available options you like. Characters made using this method will not be playable until Feb 1st.
- From Template: This option is for newer player or people who just want to grab a character and go. You pick from a list of templates and a new 2024 character is created from it. Additionally, you will have access to a guide that includes character sheets for L1 - L5, tips for playing the character and detailed suggestions for levelling up. As of today there are only a few templates in there, but we will be adding more. Characters made using this method will not be playable until Feb 1st.
- Legacy (D&D 2014): This is the way we have been creating characters for a while now, nothing new here. Characters made using this method will not be playable after Feb 1st.
Converting 2014 Characters
In addition to new character registration options, you can also now convert any of your 5.0 characters into session credits. The credits you receive will be tied to the level of the sessions that were played. These credits are tied to your account and can be used for any new character you like.
To convert a character to session credits go to your list of characters. Open the action menu for the character (it's at the very right of the table) and select "Convert to Session Credits". The next screen will give you a list of the credits you will be receiving. Review to make sure everything seems correct, then click "Convert Character" and you are done!
Note that although your 2014 characters will not be playable as of Feb 1st, they will not disappear. You can melt them down for session credits at any time before or after the 1st.
D&D 2024 Feature Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Today | 2024 Characters may be registered. |
| Today | 2014 Characters may be converted to session credits. |
| Feb 1st | 2024 Characters (5.5) are now playable. |
| Feb 1st | 2014 Characters (5e) are no longer playable. |
| Feb 15th | Resurrection Services - Should the unthinkable happen you will now be able to bring your character back to life. The Necromancy guild will take the rewards you would have gotten for the session and perform all the necessary rites and/or rituals. |
| March 1st | Character Directory - This will be an opt-in directory of characters in the community. It will be browsable by any registered member of the site. You can include a full bio and journal entries. |
| TBD | Downtime Services - The goal is to introduce downtime as an additional reward that can be used to learn new languages, tool proficiencies and the like. More details to come... |
What's Next?
Once we have the new version features fully implemented and the kinks worked out we will be moving our focus to improving the overall experience at our events. This will include a membership drive via social media, a new and improved Storyline feature, and many smaller enhancements for players and GMs alike. I don't have too much to share on that topic now but will have more soon.
