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...
Making Pacts and Wielding Power: Adventures with an All-Warlock Party
In a world where mystery and magic go hand in hand, an all-Warlock party brings a unique flair to the table. The air is thick with intrigue, dark powers, and dangerous bargains. Each party member is bound to an otherworldly patron—be it a fey, a...
3 New Ways to Use Hobgoblins in a D&D Campaign
Hobgoblins are a staple of D&D campaigns, often serving as disciplined soldiers or ruthless warlords. However, their militaristic society and tactical brilliance hold untapped potential for storytelling [caption id="attachment_32612" align="alignright" width="254"] A hobgoblin as seen in the fifth edition Dungeons & Dragons Basic Rules. [Image courtesy...
Bowser as a Dragon Turtle in D&D: The King of Koopas in Your Campaign
The iconic Bowser, King of the Koopas from the Mario Bros. franchise, is one of the most recognizable villains in gaming history. But what if you could bring this spiky-shelled menace into your D&D game? By reimagining Bowser as a Dragon Turtle, you can inject...
The Froghemoth Swarm: A Swamp on the Brink
Last week I dropped that the Froghemoth Elder was being released. But what happens if you have more minis than just the one elder? If one Froghemoth Elder is terrifying, a swamp filled with these monstrosities and their offspring could spell doom for an entire...
Unleashing the Arcane: Adventures with an All-Sorcerer Party
Imagine a group of adventurers, each radiating raw magical power, their very bloodlines humming with arcane energy. That’s what you get when you bring together an all-sorcerer party. These characters are united not by a common cause or creed, but by an intrinsic connection to...
3 New Ways to Use Tabaxi in a D&D Campaign
Tabaxi, the feline-inspired adventurers, often make their mark as curious wanderers driven by an insatiable lust for stories and treasures. However, there's far more potential in these agile and [caption id="attachment_79415" align="alignright" width="300"] Bullywug, goblin and tabaxi spellcaster sidekicks as seen in the fifth edition Dungeons...
