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5e Starting Equipment Generator
Generates a complete Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition starting equipment list based on character class and background, including item descriptions and gold values.
Configure Your 5e Starting Equipment Generator
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Why Use This Tool?
Accurate 5e Lists
Ensure your character starts with the precise equipment and gold dictated by D&D 5e rules, eliminating guesswork.
Save Time Character Building
Instantly generate complete equipment lists, allowing you to focus more on your character's personality and less on inventory management.
Comprehensive Equipment Details
Receive a well-organized list including weapons, armor, adventuring gear, and gold, with optional gold values for each item.
How It Works
Select Character Class
Choose your D&D 5e character's class from the dropdown menu, such as Fighter, Rogue, or Wizard.
Choose Background
Select your character's background, like Acolyte, Folk Hero, or Noble, which provides additional starting items.
Specify Gold Values
Optionally toggle to include the individual gold piece (gp) value for each item in your generated equipment list.
Generate Your Equipment
Click 'Generate' to instantly receive a complete, rules-accurate starting equipment list for your 5e character.
Tips to Get the Most Out of 5e starting equipment
Combine with Custom Choices
Use the generated list as a baseline and then customize it further by selling certain items to buy others, as allowed by your DM.
Utilize Additional Notes
If you have specific preferences or house rules for starting gear, use the 'Additional Notes' field to guide the generation.
Review for Accuracy
While the tool aims for accuracy, always do a quick review to ensure the equipment aligns with your specific character concept and DM's rulings.