Dreamscapes and Nightmares: Designing Memorable Dream Realms
I love diving into characters dreams when I play D&D and other tabletop RPGs. It is a clear way to bring out back story and work on those charcter goals and plot points. And at times it can even [caption id="attachment_59059" align="alignright" width="232"] The ogre magi...
3 New Ways to Use Genasi in a D&D Campaign
The Genasi, beings infused with the raw power of the elements, are often portrayed as outsiders or enigmatic wanderers. Their connection to air, earth, fire, and water makes them ripe for creative [caption id="attachment_25541" align="alignright" width="240"] An air genasi, as seen in the fifth edition Dungeons...
Running a D&D Adventure with War as a Backdrop
Sometimes it is amusing watching some old movies. But as you probably know me by now, if you are a fan of the channel that is, I am always looking to gain D&D inspiration from real life and the [caption id="attachment_89560" align="alignright" width="300"] What is looks...
3 New Ways to Use Warforged in a D&D Campaign
Warforged, the sentient constructs born from arcane experimentation, bring a wealth of narrative possibilities to any D&D setting. Their blend of mechanical precision and emotional depth makes them fascinating characters, NPCs, and cultural phenomena. Let’s dive into three innovative ways to incorporate Warforged into your...
The Karthid – The Tideforged of the Black Tides
If you have been following the channel for a bit you would know the direction of the things that Dave and I are working on. My big push right now is building out some great content for Under the Dome. This is a post apocalyptic...
The Game Master’s Book of Villains, Minions, and Their Tactics – A Review with Bonus Content
Every great story needs a great villain, and The Game Master’s Book of Villains, Minions, and Their Tactics delivers 25 of them, each with their own nefarious schemes, signature tactics, and a [caption id="attachment_33212" align="alignright" width="216"] Empusia, Curator of Souls is a legendary fiend whose Museum...
All Artificer Party: Masterminds of Innovation
So here we are—the last class in the series—and what better way to wrap it up than with the ingenious, gadget-wielding Artificer? An all-Artificer party is like assembling a team of magical inventors, each bringing a unique mix of tech-savvy ingenuity and arcane power to...
3 New Ways to Use Halflings in a D&D Campaign
Halflings often get pigeonholed as cheerful homebodies, content to live peaceful lives filled with food, music, and laughter. While that archetype is endearing, it’s far from the only way to portray [caption id="attachment_42727" align="alignright" width="300"] A halfling and a gnome as seen in the fifth edition...
Rolling the Dice: Luckhaven, the City of Chance
In a far-flung corner of your D&D world lies Luckhaven, a dazzling city built on the unpredictable tides of fortune. Here, dice and cards rule every interaction, from bartering goods to determining [caption id="attachment_77819" align="alignright" width="300"] Art from Dreams of Fire: An Illustrated Fantasy Novel by...
The Game Master’s Book of Legendary Dragons: A Review and Creative Expansion
If dragons are at the heart of your tabletop RPG adventures, The Game Master’s Book of Legendary Dragons is an invaluable resource. This book offers detailed lore, stat blocks, and creative storytelling hooks for a variety of unique dragons, each with distinct personalities and roles...
All Wizard Party: Masters of the Arcane Arts
So, you and your friends are thinking about running an all-Wizard campaign in D&D? Congratulations, you’ve just signed up for a cerebral, spell-slinging, book-hoarding, magical extravaganza. [caption id="attachment_79104" align="alignright" width="300"] Astride a unicorn, a telepathic bard inspires her wizard companion. [Image courtesy Wizards of the Coast][/caption]Playing...
3 New Ways to Use Gith in a D&D Campaign
The Gith, born of slavery to the illithids and divided into the astral-dwelling Githzerai and warlike Githyanki, are steeped in lore and intrigue. But their potential often goes untapped beyond the [caption id="attachment_41882" align="alignright" width="300"] A githyanki astride a red dragon confronts a githzerai as seen...
Shark Steel: The Electrifying Legacy of Stone Holme’s Dwarves
Deep within the rugged, mountainous heartlands of Stone Holme, the dwarves live among one of the most dangerous and unique challenges the natural world has to offer: bulettes, the infamous land sharks. These creatures, renowned for their ferocity and unmatched burrowing prowess, have become more...
Symbiotes in D&D: A New Twist on Magical Items
When it comes to creative storytelling and world-building, drawing inspiration from sources like Marvel Comics can breathe life into your D&D campaign. One particularly fascinating concept is the symbiote—an alien lifeform that bonds with a host to grant incredible powers, often at a significant cost....
The Game Master’s Book of Astonishing Random Tables: A Review and Creative Expansion
If you’re a Game Master (GM) looking to spice up your tabletop adventures with the unexpected, then The Game Master’s Book of Astonishing Random Tables is a must-have. This book is packed [caption id="attachment_51220" align="alignright" width="244"] A water weird as seen in the fifth edition Dungeons...
