Combat in D&D can be chaotic, deadly, and thrilling. This section provides the rules you need for your characters and monsters to engage in combat, whether it is a brief skirmish or an extended conflict in …

Apr 27, 2024 · From highest roll first to lowest roll last. Every turn in combat takes only 6 seconds. So, if it can’t reasonably be done in 6 seconds, it can’t be done on a turn in combat. From there, PCs can …

Jan 18, 2022 · In short: take away the fun and the challenge, rush through things, and be done with it. If you’re going to do that, why run the encounter at all? We’re not going that here. You’re going to run …

Mar 6, 2017 · On a 10 or less, they disengage and run for their lives. If they have nowhere to run, they surrender. What happens if the player characters start losing? Suggest to your players that running …

Aug 15, 2025 · We’re professional Dungeon Masters here at Young Dragonslayers, so we’ve run our fair share of D&D combat encounters and have learned a few tips, tricks, and best practices to run D&D …

This section builds on the combat rules in the Player’s Handbook and offers tips for keeping the game running smoothly when a fight breaks out.

A simple guide for new DMs on how to run D&D 5e combat. Learn about initiative, turns, actions, and how to resolve attacks in your first game.

Mar 22, 2023 · For me as a DM, one of the most challenging aspects of running a game can be managing combat. Keeping track of initiative, hit points, who is concentrating on spells, and multiple …

If you are trying to DM D&D 5e’s combat for the first time or just need a refresher on the basics, this article is for you. This stage only matters if someone (players, NPC, or villains) is sneaking. If no one …

Dec 7, 2020 · Instead of building a bunch of mechanics for running a big battle, keep the spotlight on the characters and their role in the battle. Let them hunt down lieutenants, plant explosives, uncover …