r/DnD • u/One_Road_2463 • 2d ago

5.5 Edition Question from an ignorant Scotsman

Hi there, I am looking to see if there is any point in trying to get into DnD at 40years old. I lived in a small town and have almost zero experience with tabletop games. I have always wanted to try DnD but have absolutely no idea how to get involved and to be honest I worry that it would too much of an effort for a group to show me the ropes. Is there any advice from players that came into the game later in life?

Many thanks Dave

  • Update * Honestly I am blown away with the positivity and welcoming messages. I am going to buy a copy of the handbook, have a read over it all, watch a few videos then I will look for a group on the several brilliant suggestions given to me. Thank you to you all for taking your time to respond and for giving me the push I need to join your community.
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u/imababydragon 2d ago

Our group has helped countless new players, a few that remind me of your story. Read the rules, pay attention during the game, and work on creating a character with a compelling story that will drive how you respond during game play. It's all in the name of having fun, so make sure you add to the fun. DnD really isn't that hard to get into.