D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator

- May 11, 2025
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Create your character's ability scores using the point buy system from the Player's Handbook. You have 27 points to spend on your abilities, with scores ranging from 8 to 15 before racial modifiers.

Character Information

Ability Scores

Points Remaining: 27
Ability Base Score Cost Racial Bonus Final Score Modifier
Strength
STR
8
0 8 -1
Dexterity
DEX
8
0 8 -1
Constitution
CON
8
0 8 -1
Intelligence
INT
8
0 8 -1
Wisdom
WIS
8
0 8 -1
Charisma
CHA
8
0 8 -1
Total Points Spent: 0

Additional Options

Character Summary

Character
Custom Race

Ability Scores

8
-1
Strength
8
-1
Dexterity
8
-1
Constitution
8
-1
Intelligence
8
-1
Wisdom
8
-1
Charisma

Point Buy Summary

Total Points Spent: 0/27

Points Remaining: 27

Racial Bonuses

No racial bonuses applied

About the Point Buy System

The point buy system is a method for determining a character's ability scores in Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. It gives players a pool of points to spend on increasing their character's ability scores.

How It Works

In the standard point buy system, you have 27 points to spend on your six ability scores. All abilities start at 8 and can be increased to a maximum of 15 before applying racial bonuses.

The cost to increase an ability score is as follows:

Score Cost Modifier
80 points-1
91 point-1
102 points+0
113 points+0
124 points+1
135 points+1
147 points+2
159 points+2
Racial Ability Score Increases

After determining your base ability scores, you apply racial bonuses from your selected race. These typically provide +2 to one ability score and +1 to another, or other combinations depending on your chosen race.

Calculating Ability Modifiers

An ability modifier is calculated as: (Ability Score - 10) ÷ 2, rounded down. For example, a score of 15 gives a modifier of +2, while a score of 8 gives a modifier of -1.

Introducing the D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator

The D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator is a handy tool for players creating characters in Dungeons & Dragons. It allows players to allocate a set number of points to their abilities, making character creation straightforward and fun. With 27 points to spend, you can customise your character's strengths and weaknesses, leading to a more personalised gaming experience.

How the Point Buy System Works

The point buy method provides a structured way to build abilities. Each player starts with six ability scores, beginning at a base of 8. Players can increase these scores up to a maximum of 15 before considering any racial bonuses. Understanding the cost of raising each ability score is essential to making wise choices.

Understanding Ability Score Costs

Here's a quick overview of the costs associated with increasing ability scores:

  • 8: 0 points
  • 9: 1 point
  • 10: 2 points
  • 11: 3 points
  • 12: 4 points
  • 13: 5 points
  • 14: 7 points
  • 15: 9 points

Being smart about how you allocate your points can define your character's effectiveness in gameplay.

Select Your Character's Race

Choosing a race or lineage for your character is a key decision in D&D. Each race generally offers specific bonuses to ability scores. The calculator allows you to select from popular races such as Dragonborn, Elves, Dwarves, and more. These selections further enhance your character's abilities and can shape their role in the Game.

Customising Racial Bonuses

With the D&D 5e Point Buy Calculator, you also have the option to allow custom racial bonuses. This feature lets you manually assign bonuses using selectors for each ability. This flexibility can help you create a unique character that fits your vision, rather than being restricted by standard racial traits.

Tracking Points and Modifiers

As you adjust ability scores, the calculator keeps track of the points spent and those remaining. Additionally, it calculates ability modifiers, which are crucial in determining how well your character performs in various tasks. Understanding these modifiers can give you an edge in gameplay.

Saving and Resetting Character Information

You can easily save your character's information or reset it to start over if needed. This functionality allows you to experiment with different builds without losing progress. It’s great for players who want to try out various configurations before settling on their final character.

Summarising Your Character's Abilities

The calculator provides a summary of your character's abilities, including total points spent and remaining points. You also get a quick breakdown of ability scores and any racial bonuses applied. This summary makes it easy to see how your choices affect your character at a glance, ensuring you’re well-prepared for your next adventure.