Could someone explain to a newbie how these feats actually work?
I googled it since I literally didn't know what they were, but the information that I found regarding 5e and feats doesn't make much sense to me who is new to DnD.
I mean, is it separate from the "tags" we get when choosing our character? If so, traditionally (since they don't appear in the EA?), when/how does one achieve these feats? Is it based on character leveling? Like reach level X and then you get to pick one appropriate feat for your current tags?
All classes get an ASI(Ability Score Improvement) every 4 levels except for LV20(comes at 19 instead), and fighter and rogue get extra ASI's at other levels.
An ASI let's you increase an attribute by 2 or two attributes by 1. You can forgo this boost to instead pick a feat from the feats list, which let's you specialize your character.
Feats are in the game, but in a very limited selection. If I remember correctly there are about 6, compared to the 40ish ones from the PHB.
When you hit level 4 you can choose from a few feats, but you will give up your ability to bump your main attribute from a +3 to a +4.
Personally, unless I think my character needs a specific feat to fit how I view them, I usually get main attribute to 20 ASAP so I can have a +5 to my attack rolls, damage rolls, and Spell Save DC. I'd advise playing around with them though and seeing what you think works best for you.
I honestly hadn't even noticed that I got the option to choose either stats or a feat at level 4 - I must be blind. >.<
