Necrotherian Were-Vultures: The Perfect Storm of Undeath and Predatory Instincts
Alright, adventurers and dungeon masters alike, let’s talk about a creature that’s not only terrifying but also ridiculously thematic: Necrotherian Were-Vultures. Just think about it—vultures are already creatures associated with death and decay, so combining them with the powers of a lycanthrope and the undead?...
Necrotherians: The Twisted Hybrid of Lycanthrope and Undead
Alright, folks, let’s talk about something truly bizarre and terrifying: Necrotherians. These creatures are an unholy combination of lycanthropes and undead, the worst of both worlds wrapped up into one horrific package. Imagine the raw primal fury of a werewolf paired with the relentless endurance...
Unveiling the Shadows of Nex Vita: Meet the Elders Who Shape Death into Power
Welcome, fellow adventurers and storytellers! Today, we’re diving into the enigmatic and chilling world of Nex Vita for use in your D&D game, a dark druidic circle where death is not just an end but a transformation into true power. Let’s pull back the veil...
Nexvita – a dark druid circle devoted to death and undeath
I recently got back from D&D in a Castle where I ran 24 hours of gaming over 3 days. It was a blast. This time around one of my players created a cool D&D organization that her character was a part of before leaving and...
New D&D Magic Items from D&D in a Castle
I recently was brought back for my fourth round of D&D in a Castle as a Dungeon Master. It is a thrilling whirlwind vacation jam packed with 24 hours of D&D over the course of 3 days. In addition to all this gaming there is...
The Flamekin: A D&D Take on The Fire Gang from Labyrinth
I recently decided to watch the movie Labyrinth again because I had not seen it in a while and it is still such a good movie. When it comes to creatures that are both whimsical and terrifying, the Fire Gang (or Fireys) from Jim Henson's...
Does Dungeons and Dragons need Fireworks?
Since I was a kid, I have always loved Fireworks. The colors the sounds, the oohs and aahs of the crowd. They are even slightly celebrated in the Lord of the rings movies. Fireworks in Dungeons & Dragons bring an exciting and dynamic element to...
The Curse on Kredgefur’s Belt – A Lycanthrope D&D Campaign
Greetings, brave adventurers! Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary Dungeons and Dragons journey where you harness the primal powers of lycanthropy? Welcome to Clawhaven, a secluded town where lycanthropes of all kinds – bears, bats, boars, foxes, rats, ravens, tigers, vultures, and wolves...
Dealing with and Making Deals with Baba Yaga
Baba Yaga. However you choose to pronounce it, you have to admit that this name should terrify any D&D character with proficiency in Arcana. Baba Yaga, in lore, is essentially an immortal creature. She is basically the mother of and inspiration for all hags ever...
50th Anniversary Even if it is a Bit Late
Celebrating 50th Anniversary of Dungeons and Dragons I know that this is a little late, but I had the idea and I just had to run with it. Dungeons & Dragons has celebrated 50 years. That's 50 years that the game of D&D has been used...
The Seven Swords: Crafting an Assassin’s Guild for D&D
From the echoing tales of Waterdeep to the legends of Faerûn, assassins are cloaked in shadows, generating both awe and terror. The allure of these figures isn’t confined to the Dungeons & Dragons world. Recall the original Star Wars trilogy, where bounty hunters, especially Boba...
Bring Blob Party to your next gathering or D&D Game!
"Blob Party" is a quick and easy board game perfect for small groups. You need at least four people to play, but the more, the merrier! The concept of the game is to think like your fellow players to form alliances. Cards are revealed with...
Trials of Tempus Board Game Review: Unique Miniatures, Dynamic Gameplay, and Perfect for D&D Fans
An Encounter with 'Trials of Tempus' At D&D in a Castle, I had the pleasure of meeting Thor Knai, the designer of the "Trials of Tempus" board game. It was a delight to experience a playthrough, and I must say, it was a lot of fun. H3:...
Spellbinding Steeds at Hero Forge ®
A warrior’s steed is much more than just a pet; they are an integral part of their life. A steed is an ally, a trusted companion, and a warrior in their own right, as a steed is trusted to charge into battle be it a...
Time to Run Your D&D Games Like a Kid’s Sitcom
As my kids grow up, they occasionally ask questions about cartoons and TV shows from my own childhood. A number of shows from the 80s had a singular villain that was defeated time and again. While a smart villain can easily have a number of...