Free D&D Character Creator
The most complete free D&D character builder. Levels 1-20, multiclassing, 300+ spells, equipment customization, and a fully interactive sheet. No account. No cost. No locked content.
Your species shapes your innate traits, speed, and special abilities. In 2024 rules, ability score increases come from your background.
Select your class, level (1-20), and optionally add a second class for multiclassing. Hover any level to preview all features.
Martial Beginner
Martial Beginner
Martial Moderate
Martial Moderate
Martial Moderate
Divine Moderate
Divine Moderate
Divine Complex
Arcane Moderate
Arcane Moderate
Arcane Complex
Arcane Complex
Levels marked in gold are milestone levels. Tap any level to see all features you'd have.
Multiclassing requires 13+ in the primary ability of both classes. Your total level is the sum of both.
Secondary ClassYour background grants ability score increases, skills, and starting equipment. Customize your gear after selecting it.
Generate your six ability scores. Your background bonus applies on top automatically.
Assign the six standard values to your stats. Each value can only be used once.
Stats start at 8, max at 15 before modifiers. 27 points to spend.
Name your character and choose an alignment that reflects how they move through the world.
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How the Character Forge Works
The Character Forge is the most complete free D&D character builder available. Built on the 2024 Player's Handbook, it walks you through every decision — species, class, background, ability scores, spells, and feats — and outputs a complete, printable character sheet in minutes.
No account. No subscription. No content gated behind a paywall. Every species, class, background, subclass, spell, and feat in the tool is completely free. Characters can be built from level 1 through level 5, covering the full first tier of play.
Share your complete character with a single URL. No sign-in required on either end. Copy a text summary for Discord or Roll20 with one click. The HP tracker and spell slot checkboxes on the sheet work right in your browser for mid-session use.
Built to Beat Every Other Free Tool.
Here is exactly what sets the Character Forge apart from every other free character builder.
Build characters at any level from 1 to 5. Features are calculated per level — subclass unlocks at 3, ASI or feat at 4, power spikes at 5. D&D Beyond limits level progression on the free tier.
Spellcasters actually pick their spells. Browse a filtered list by class and spell level, click to select, and your chosen spells appear on the sheet. No pre-loaded guesses.
At level 4, choose between an Ability Score Improvement or one of 18 feats — each with full description. Alert, Lucky, War Caster, Sentinel, and more.
Backgrounds grant ability score increases. Species traits reflect the 2024 PHB. All three score methods — Roll, Standard Array, and Point Buy — are supported and accurate.
The character sheet includes clickable HP boxes and spell slot trackers you can use right in your browser during a session. Hit Long Rest to reset everything.
Share your full character with one URL. Anyone who opens it sees your complete sheet with no login required. Copy a text summary for Discord or VTT paste-in with one click.
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