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Emily Thorne Emily Thorne

Emily Thorne, heralded in the gaming communities as "Lore Weaver," is a beacon of creativity and insight. Her sunny disposition is as infectious as her enthusiasm for RPG lore and the intricate worlds within tabletop campaigns. With a keen eye for detail and a narrative flair, Emily crafts engaging content that brings game worlds to life. Her blog is a go-to source for those seeking both a deep understanding of game mechanics and the narrative threads that make each campaign uniquely enthralling. Emily's approachable style and clear, concise explanations make her pieces invaluable to both novices and seasoned veterans. As she explores the realms of high fantasy and the intricate depths of the newest RPGs, her writing illuminates the path for fellow adventurers. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!

A Complete History of Video Game Graphics: From Pixel Art to Photorealism

by Emily Thorne

From the cryptic glow of arcade screens to the dazzling fidelity of modern blockbusters, the visual history of video games is nothing short of mesmerizing. Graphics aren’t just an ornamental side dish—they’re often the very identity of a game, the first handshake …

How to Use a D&D Rogue to Drop an Unforgettable Plot Twist In Your Campaign

by Emily Thorne

The Rogue—just the name conjures images of velvet shadows and swift, silent precision. In the classic Dungeons & Dragons tapestry, the Rogue often slinks into the role of thief or assassin: picking pockets, disarming traps, whispering secrets from the back alleys. From …

Complete Urban Ranger Guide for D&D 5e in 2025 (Concrete Jungle Build Tips)

by Emily Thorne

The urban ranger is a captivating rebellion against the genre’s leafy expectations—proof that not every guardian of the wild needs a mossy cloak or a wolf at their heel. Instead, picture boots splashed with rainwater in a midnight alley, a watchful gaze …

Comprehensive Guide to DnD 2024 Epic Boons for Players and DMs

by Emily Thorne

Epic Boons—those elusive, legendary gifts bestowed upon the highest-tier adventurers—have been a part of Dungeons & Dragons lore for years, shimmering on the horizon as the ultimate badge of a hero’s journey. In DnD 2024, these Boons receive both a mechanical and …

Exploring the New Human Species in DnD 2024: Abilities and Lore

by Emily Thorne

For decades, the Human in Dungeons & Dragons was the canvas overlooked—a default choice for the indecisive, suited best for when you couldn’t decide on horns, fangs, or pointy ears. In the upcoming 2024 Player’s Handbook, Humans are getting more than a …

DnD 2025 Purple Dragon Knight Subclass Guide: Features, Changes, and Strategy

by Emily Thorne

Beneath the spires of Cormyr, the legend of the Purple Dragon Knight once evoked images of hardy war leaders rallying their banner-men on battered battlefields. But as January 2025’s Unearthed Arcana revealed, Wizards of the Coast is about to breathe new—decidedly psionic—life …

Is The Completionist Chronicles Worth Reading? Honest Review of Dakota Krout’s LitRPG Hit

by Emily Thorne

Dakota Krout is a name synonymous with the modern LitRPG movement, where dice rolls, level-ups, and stat sheets are as crucial as swords and sorcery. A computer engineer turned bestseller, Krout brings both a gamer’s insight and an author’s wit to the …

How to Create Balanced and Fun Homebrew Bard Mechanics for Your D&D Campaigns in 2025

by Emily Thorne
A woman in medieval-style clothing sits at a wooden table in a rustic tavern, holding a lute—perfect inspiration for D&D campaigns or homebrew bard mechanics. Several mugs and a jug are on the table, lit by a single candle in the background.

Bards have always been the shapechangers of Dungeons and Dragons—masters of both magical arts and social nuance, slipping between musical spells and clever wordplay with a grin. Yet, for all their official versatility, there’s something almost irresistible about customizing bardic mechanics further, …

Complete Guide to Every Critical Role Cast Member and Their Iconic Characters from Vox Machina to Bells Hells

by Emily Thorne
A hooded figure in medieval attire reads an open book, standing in the foreground. Behind, a group of adventurers inspired by the Critical Role cast gather with weapons, set against a parchment-like background.

Some stories begin in dusty basements or cramped living rooms, shared quietly among friends. Critical Role exploded from those humble roots—an unassuming home Dungeons & Dragons campaign—into a cultural juggernaut that’s rewritten the rules of online entertainment. It’s a phenomenon powered as …

How to Create Flawed D&D Villains Your Players Will Never Forget

by Emily Thorne
A dark-skinned woman with glowing purple eyes and jewelry laughs triumphantly, surrounded by swirling cosmic energy in vibrant purples, pinks, and blues. She wears layered necklaces, rings, and a dramatic purple cloak.

In the grand tapestry of storytelling, especially at the gaming table, there’s something intrinsically captivating about a villain who bleeds, falters, and hides shadows in their heart. The mustache-twirling scoundrel who exists solely to thwart the heroes has its place, but it’s …

Is AI-Generated Art Destroying Gaming Creativity? The Community Debate Explained

by Emily Thorne
A person stands amid an art exhibition split into two zones: Human Created Artwork on the left, featuring artists sketching fantasy scenes, and AI-Generated Art on the right, showcasing AI-crafted images. This display sparks community debate about gaming creativity versus AI innovation.

In the fast-paced world of gaming, where trends shift quicker than a speedrunner skips cutscenes, a new debate has dropped—and it’s got everyone talking. The rise of AI-generated D&D art is stirring things up in a big way. For years, tech has …

Pathfinder Breaks Free: How the ORC License Revolution Changes RPGs Forever

by Emily Thorne
A group of five fantasy warriors stands ready for battle against a dramatic sky. The central figure, reminiscent of a Pathfinder hero, is framed by the sun. Two women and two men in various warrior garb flank him, with birds and mountains enhancing this epic RPG scene.

In a landscape where the roar of the dragon tingles the air, and the shuffle of dice calls forth worlds upon the tabletop, a new chapter unfolds for Pathfinder. This is not just another edition—a recalibration of mechanics and lore—but rather a …

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He also developed and runs LitRPG Adventures, a set of advanced RPG generators powered by GPT-3 AI. Here at LitRPG Reads, he publishes articles about LitRPG books, tabletop RPG books, and all sorts of DND content that's free to use in your personal tabletop campaign - i.e. non-commercial use.

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