What is the Best Damage Type in D&D 5e? A look at Resistances and Immunities.

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Published on May 8, 2025 6:00:25 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDCeMcm1KTQ

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We look at each damage type and discuss in depth what the best and worst ones are for player characters to wield against their foes. This video is SPONSORED by One Shot Wonders! check it out here: https://rollandplaypress.com/products/one-shot-wonders?utm_source=YouTube.
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Here is the original post by Panoramic Panda: https://www.reddit.com/r/onednd/comments/1ij66fj/i_was_curious_of_the_overall_statistics_so_i_made/?ref=share

TIME STAMPS
00:00 - Intro
01:14 - Sponsor
03:05 - The Breakdown
04:45 - Monsters, Resistances & Immunities
09:02 - Bludgeoning, Piercing & Slashing
12:24 - Acid
13:29 - Cold
15:18 - Fire
18:43 - Force
20:47 - Lightning
22:36 - Necrotic
23:50 - Poison
27:44 - Psychic
29:16 - Radiant
34:02 - Thunder
36:39 - Spells to Overcome Resistance
37:59 - Final Thoughts


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