Avrae
Open sourceFree Discord bot for D&D 5e dice rolling and initiative tracking
Pricing
Free to use. Optional Patron support. Requires a Discord server.
Platforms
Web
Systems
D&D 5e
Launched
2018
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Overview
Avrae is a free Discord bot built specifically for D&D 5e that handles dice rolling, character sheet integration, initiative tracking, spell slot management, and basic combat automation in a Discord channel. It connects to D&D Beyond character sheets for automated stat lookups. Groups that play entirely via Discord text channels use Avrae as their rules engine.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Completely free and runs inside Discord
- D&D Beyond integration removes manual stat entry
- Powerful scripting system for advanced users
Cons
- D&D 5e only — no support for other systems
- Text-only interface — no visual maps or tokens
- Scripting can be complex to customise
Best for
D&D 5e groups playing primarily via Discord who want automated dice and rules without a full VTT.
Key features
- D&D 5e dice rolling in Discord
- D&D Beyond character sheet integration
- Initiative tracker
- Spell slot and resource tracking
- Custom alias and scripting system
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Frequently asked questions
Is Avrae free?
Yes — Avrae is completely free to use. You add it to your Discord server and it handles dice rolling and basic D&D 5e mechanics at no cost.
Does Avrae work with D&D Beyond?
Yes — Avrae can import your D&D Beyond character sheet to automate attack rolls, skill checks, and spell casting without manually entering stats.
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Last verified: 2026-06-13