Player's Handbook

The Player’s Handbook is the essential reference for every Dungeons & Dragons roleplayer. It contains rules for character creation and advancement, backgrounds and skills, exploration and combat, equipment, spells, and much more. Use this book to create exciting characters from among the most iconic D&D races and classes.

Dungeons & Dragons immerses you in a world of adventure. Explore ancient ruins and deadly dungeons. Battle monsters while searching for legendary treasures. Gain experience and power as you trek across uncharted lands with your companions.

The world needs heroes. Will you answer the call?

AWARDS

ENnie Awards:
The winners of the 2015 ENnie Awards, an annual fan-based celebration of excellence in tabletop roleplaying gaming, were announced at this year's Gen Con.

• Winner (Gold): Product of the Year: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)
• Winner (Gold): Best Game: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)
• Winner (Gold): Best Rules: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)
• Winner (Silver): Writing: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)
• Winner (Gold): Best Electronic Book: Dungeons & Dragons (Basic Rules)
• Winner (Gold): Free Product: Dungeons & Dragons (Basic Rules)
• Winner (Gold): Fan's Choice for Best Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Origins Awards:
The winners of the 2015 Origins Awards were selected by the Academy of Adventure Gaming Arts & Design, presented at the Origins Game Fair in Columbus, Ohio.

• Winner: Best Role Playing Game: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)
• Winner: Fan Favorites: Best Role Playing Game: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)

Golden Geek:
The winners of the 2014 Golden Geek Awards have been determined by the users of BoardGameGeek, RPGGeek, and VideoGameGeek.

• Winner: Game of the Year: Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition)
• Winner: Best Artwork and Presentation: Dungeons & Dragons (Player's Handbook)

Player's Handbook Errata