Faith Refined: The 2014 vs. 2024 Cleric – A Mechanical Breakdown
The Cleric has always embodied divine authority in Dungeons & Dragons, serving as both protector and conduit of divine power. Whether you're turning the tide of battle with healing magic or channeling the wrath of your deity, the Cleric stands as a pillar of utility...
Mini Review: WizKids’ Mr. Potato Beholder – The Eye-Con of Tabletop Mayhem
When you stare into the void, sometimes the void stares back...
Into the Heart of the Forest: A Review of The Old Margreve by Kobold Press
When it comes to fantasy RPG settings, few manage to evoke the same sense of ancient mystery and primal danger as The Old Margreve. Originally a sleeper hit from Kobold Press, this updated edition is no mere reprint—it’s a verdant, living world that welcomes (and...
Welcome to Crystalia: Running a D&D Campaign in the Shimmering Bastion
Crystalia, the heart of the "Under the Dome" campaign setting, is a gleaming, chaotic-fearing metropolis that has stood firm for over a millennium. Encased beneath a magical dome that filters out wild magic and the worst of the monster hordes, this city is a multifaceted...
Voices of the Deep: A Little Mermaid–Inspired D&D Adventure
Whether you are a fan of the original or the live action remake this story has entertained many for decades. This is another story with magic and tragedy easily fitting into a D&D Story. Last week we ventured into the haunted castle and explored Beauty...
Planning the Perfect Score: GM Tips for High-Stakes Caper Sessions
Zoo Mafia Blog Series – Game Mastering the Underworld In the high-drama world of Zoo Mafia, few things are more thrilling—or more chaotic—than running a high-stakes heist. Whether your crew of criminal critters is knocking over a bank, hijacking a smuggler’s convoy, or infiltrating Owl Capone’s...
Rebellions in Color and Chord: Art as Resistance in the Sky Cities
How Creative Expression Becomes a Weapon Against Oppression in Aether Skies In a world where floating cities rise on towers of Aether and the surface festers with corruption and memory, art isn’t just decoration—it’s warfare. Across the skybound spires of the Aether Skies, culture is tightly controlled....
The Bard Rewritten: A Mechanical Breakdown of the 2014 vs. 2024 Core Bard
The Bard has always been the master of versatility—a jack-of-all-trades, a performer with magical flair, and a surprising battlefield contributor. But with the 2024 Player’s Handbook revision, this charismatic spellcaster has undergone some notable changes that refine its identity, streamline its power progression, and reframe...
Mind Over Madness:Introducing Psionics into Under the Dome
“The storms tear your flesh. The mages break your bones. But the mind? The mind survives. The mind bites back.”—Drassa Vo, Stormkin Dreamshaper With the release of the Psion class in Dungeons & Dragons playtest material, players and Dungeon Masters alike are looking for settings that...
The Thorncourt Curse: A Beauty and the Beast-Inspired D&D Adventure
Transformation, living constructs, magic spells, and an evil witch if I didn't tell you ahead of time it would sound like a D&D adventure in full swing. Magic is part of so many of these Mouse movies [caption id="attachment_41412" align="alignright" width="300"] Bet you thought zimwi was...