Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Système d20 à classes et niveaux avec options de caractéristiques (tirage/array/point-buy) et multiples sous-lignages/origines.
Core Mechanics
Uses a d20 roll-high system with bounded accuracy, advantage/disadvantage, and class-based progression.
Universe & Setting
A high-fantasy world of magic, monsters, and adventure, epitomized by settings like the Forgotten Realms.
Editions
Original D&D (0e) (1974)
The very first edition, a small box set that launched a hobby.
AD&D 1st Edition (1977)
The 'Advanced' version that codified many rules and created three core rulebooks.
D&D Basic Set (BECMI) (1983)
The famous red box that introduced millions to D&D, known for its clear progression from Basic to Immortal.
AD&D 2nd Edition (1989)
A major revision that streamlined rules, removed controversial elements, and introduced settings like Ravenloft and Planescape.
D&D 3rd Edition (2000)
The birth of the d20 System and the OGL, revolutionizing third-party publishing.
D&D 3.5 Edition (2003)
A major revision and rebalancing of the 3rd edition rules, considered by many to be the definitive version.
D&D 4th Edition (2008)
A controversial edition that drew heavily from tactical wargames and MMORPGs, focusing on balanced combat encounters.
D&D 5th Edition (2014)
The current edition, praised for its streamlined rules, accessibility, and focus on 'rulings over rules'.