Frequently Asked Questions
What is point buy in D&D 5e?
An alternative to rolling. Each ability starts at 8 and you spend up to 27 points to raise scores, with costs from the Player's Handbook (1 point per +1 up to 13, then 2 points per +1 to 14 and 15).
Why do 14 and 15 cost extra?
To discourage dumping into a single super-stat. The cost jump nudges balanced builds and protects single ability scores from being maxed for free.
Do racial modifiers apply before or after?
After. Point-buy values are pre-racial. Then add the race's ability score increases (and possibly feats).
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