D&D Background Spotlight: The Charlatan
Lies, Masks, and the Art of Survival The Charlatan background is about more than scams and fake identities—it’s about reinvention. Charlatans survive by reading people, exploiting expectations, and staying one step ahead of consequences. In a fantasy world full of monsters and magic, a convincing lie...
The Cost of Being Seen (Zoo Mafia a Nior TTRPG)
Reputation, Rumors, and the Price of Visibility in Zoo Mafia In Zoo Mafia, our noir animal mafia tabletop RPG set in a 1920s crime zoo, power isn’t about how loud you are. It’s about who knows what you did—and who doesn’t. Every job leaves a shadow. Every success...
The Soundtrack of the Skies (Aether Skies D&D campaign setting)
Music, Noise, and Silence in a World of Engines and Storms In Aether Skies, silence is rare. Even at rest, the world hums—engines idling, aether lines vibrating, wind tearing at hull plating. The sky cities are never quiet. They can’t be. To fall silent is to signal...
Mimics & Doppelgangers: A Shared Heritage of Deceit in D&D
What if mimics and doppelgangers weren’t separate monsters at all—but distant relatives born from the same terrible origin? Both creatures are iconic Dungeons & Dragons shapeshifters. Both thrive on deception. Both weaponize trust. And both leave players permanently suspicious of doors, allies, and furniture. By linking mimics...
Pets & Companions in D&D: Why Every Party Needs Them (and How to Use Them Well)
Pets and companions have been part of Dungeons & Dragons since the earliest editions—familiars, animal companions, summoned creatures, loyal mounts, and even strange magical tag-alongs. Yet many tables still treat them as an afterthought or a mechanical hassle. That’s a mistake. [caption id="attachment_89367" align="alignright" width="281"] Players love...
The Cheshire Cat as a Powerful D&D Entity
Reimagining Iconic Tricksters as Fey Powers in Dungeons & Dragons The Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland isn’t frightening because it attacks.It’s frightening because it understands the game better than everyone else at the table. It appears when rules stop making sense.It answers questions without answering them.It...
Under the Dome: Beyond the Barrier (D&D – TTPRG)
D&D Adventure Ideas for a Post-Apocalyptic Fantasy Campaign Under the Dome is a post-apocalyptic fantasy campaign setting where civilization survives beneath massive arcane domes—barriers built to shield cities from chaos storms capable of rewriting reality itself. Most adventures take place inside those domes. This one doesn’t. This is an...
D&D Background Spotlight: The Acolyte
Faith, Duty, Doubt, and Divine Secrets The Acolyte background is one of the most deceptively rich options in Dungeons & Dragons 5e. On the surface, it represents a character devoted to a god, philosophy, or religious institution. Beneath that surface, however, is a web of obligations, expectations,...
Hiding in Plain Sight (A Zoo Mafia TTRPG adventure)
A Daylight Zoo Mafia Adventure About Not Getting Seen Most jobs in Zoo Mafia, our indie animal mafia tabletop RPG, happen at night—when the gates are locked, the humans are gone, and the zoo belongs to its real owners. This one doesn’t. “Hiding in Plain Sight” is a...
Picking Up the Pieces in Zoo Mafia (A go wild TTRPG)
How Societies Rebuild After Winter Chaos in Zoo Mafia Winter doesn’t just take lives. It reshuffles the board. In Zoo Mafia, our animal mafia tabletop RPG set in a 1920s-inspired zoo, the end of winter isn’t a victory lap. It’s an audit. By the time the ice melts and...
Arcane Evolution: Comparing the 2014 and 2024 Wizard Core Classes
Wizards have always been the quintessential spellcasters of Dungeons & Dragons—masters of arcane knowledge, with the broadest spell list and the deepest magical toolkit. In the 2014 Player’s Handbook, Wizards were powerful but complex, leaning on tradition and versatility. The 2024 revision doesn't reinvent the...
Pacts Reforged: Comparing the 2014 and 2024 Warlock Core Classes
The Warlock has always stood apart from other spellcasters—a charismatic wielder of eldritch powers, bound to otherworldly patrons. But in 2014, the Warlock’s unique spellcasting model made it both exciting and controversial. With the 2024 revision, Wizards of the Coast has restructured the class to...
Innate Arcana Refined: Comparing the 2014 and 2024 Sorcerer Core Classes
The Sorcerer is D&D’s innate spellcaster—the font of raw magic, born of ancient bloodlines or mysterious phenomena. In the 2014 version, Sorcerers offered a unique spellcasting experience centered around flexibility through Metamagic and Sorcery Points. But they were often criticized for feeling underwhelming next to...
Shadows Refined: Comparing the 2014 and 2024 Rogue Core Classes
The Rogue has long been a favorite among D&D players for its high skill versatility, surgical strikes, and stealthy edge. Unlike other classes that needed massive overhauls, the Rogue has always had a strong core identity. However, the 2024 revision still brings key refinements—smoothing out...
Into the Wilds: Comparing the 2014 and 2024 Ranger Core Class
The Ranger has long been a subject of intense debate within the D&D community. Often seen as a class with incredible fantasy appeal but inconsistent mechanics, the 2014 Ranger was lauded for flavor but critiqued for being underpowered, especially at low levels. With the 2024...
