What is your go to advice for new players? Zoltar 6 years ago Comment from discussion [AMA] Mike Mearls, 5th Edition D&D Lead Designer. Share this: AMA Mike Mearls, 5e D&D May 2017What’s your favorite class to play as? What is your favorite monster to throw at the players?There are two items that often seem to confuse new players: hit dice and spell slots