D
Below is every MMO & MMORPG term beginning with the letter D:
DAoC
Abbreviation for Dark Age of Camelot. An online game.
DD
Direct Damage. Used to refer to a class of spells and abilities that allow players to damage enemies from a distance. The firebolt is the archetypal DD.
Debuff
The opposite of a buff. An offensive spell cast on enemies that weakens an attribute or combat ability.
Dex
An important stat for rogues and archers. Dex usually relates to attack speed, dodge rate, and/or defense.
Dirt Nap
Slang for dead. Most corpses lie on the ground when killed.
DKP
Dragon kill points. A fairly elaborate score-keeping system used by guilds to fairly distribute loot based on participation and contribution to the guild.
DoT
Damage over time. Refers to a class of spells that deals damage over a period of time. These spells typically do more damage than DD spells overall.
DPS
Damage per second. Used when figuring out weapon speed and damage.
Druid
Hybrid class in D&D style games – part healer, part support, part fighter.