Dungeons and Dragons for Beginners: Step-By-Step Character Creation (2024 Rules)
Equip your learner with everything they need to craft their first hero, making this the perfect starting point for your D&D adventure!
Guild of Imagination - DnD | VR | Video Games
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What's included
10 pre-recorded lessons
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. Our Game Master assigns tasks to be completed for every lesson. These tasks are needed to complete the character sheet your learner is working on.Assessment
Our Game Master will review your learner's character sheet upon completion. they will provide feedback and ensure that everything is completed correctly.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 12
Beginner Level
DESCRIPTION Creating a character can be one of the most fun and rewarding parts of Dungeons & Dragons, and for new players it can also be one of the most daunting things to complete. In this self-paced class you'll create the D&D character you've been dreaming of! By the end of this class you'll have an understanding of how to get your ideas out and onto the character sheet! MISSION Guild of Imagination’s mission is to empower learners to explore their creativity, embrace diverse perspectives, and foster lifelong curiosity through immersive storytelling experiences. OUR VALUES 1. Inclusivity: We embrace diversity and create a safe, inclusive space where learners from all backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered to explore their creative potential. 2. Empathy: We cultivate empathy and understanding, fostering a culture of compassion and support, where learners can freely express themselves and connect with others on meaningful storytelling journeys. 3. Creativity: We ignite and nurture the spark of creativity within each learner, cultivating an environment that encourages imaginative thinking, innovation, and the development of unique storytelling voices. 4. Community: We build a strong sense of community, where learners come together, collaborate, and form lasting friendships, creating a network of support and shared storytelling experiences. 5. Growth: We promote continuous learning and growth, providing opportunities for learners to expand their storytelling skills, build confidence, and unlock their full creative potential, laying the foundation for lifelong learning.
Learning Goals
Learners will create their own D&D character and gain an understanding of the character sheet!
Syllabus
5 Units
10 Lessons
over 1 WeekUnit 1: Getting Started!
Lesson 1:
Introduction
Welcome to Step-by-Step Character Creation! To get started you'll need a D&D Beyond account. We'll make sure you get all set up! Lesson 2:
D&D Beyond
In this video we'll show you around the D&D Beyond character sheet so you're comfortable as we move forward! Unit 2: Classes
Lesson 3:
Melee Classes
In this lesson we'll cover all of the hand-to-hand combat classes such as fighters. Don't worry, if magic is your thing spellcasters are next! 8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Magic Classes
This lesson is all about spellcasting classes like the wizard! If hand-to-hand combat is your thing then check out lesson 3! 10 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class uses D&D Beyond to create a character. Instructions on how to set up D&D Beyond are included in the class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree from Lindenwood University
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh- Online Division
Bachelor's Degree from Otterbein University (ne. College)
Bachelor's Degree in Music from University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Full Sail University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Science from Sanford-Brown College
𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐱𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐛, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐧, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠.
𝗜𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗜𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁… 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲
You’ve tried everything — sports, clubs, limiting screen time — but your child still feels left out or stuck on the sidelines. They’re spending more time alone, and you’re running out of ideas. It’s frustrating. And it’s heartbreaking.
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗧𝗼:
💬 Make lasting friends who “get” them
🌱 Grow in confidence and leadership
🧠 Use their imagination and voice
💻 Enjoy screen time that actually benefits them
𝗔 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀
Guild of Imagination offers online gaming clubs that are safe, small-group, and led by professional Game Masters. Whether your child is into Dungeons & Dragons, Virtual Reality, or Video Games, we help them connect, express themselves, and thrive.
𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 (𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁)
In every weekly session, your child will:
🧑🤝🧑 Join a welcoming group of 1–9 peers
🎮 Play, collaborate, solve problems, and create together
🌟 Develop confidence, communication, and leadership naturally
𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
We’ve guided 3,000+ families through this journey — helping kids find community, grow emotionally, and look forward to showing up each week.
✅ 3,000+ families served
✅ 40+ trained Game Masters
✅ Hundreds of 5-star reviews
✅ Clubs in 6+ time zones
You don’t have to watch your child struggle anymore. With the right group, the right guide, and a little imagination, they can thrive — and you made that happen.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱
It’s easy to give your child connection, confidence, and community:
1. Choose Your Club – D&D, VR, or Video Gaming
2. Pick a Day and Time – Fit it into your weekly schedule
3. Start the Adventure – Watch them build friendships and come aliveReviews
Self-Paced Course
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for all content10 pre-recorded lessons
1 week of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 13 learners
Ages: 8-17
