Heidi JiangHeidi Jiang

A native Hoosier her whole life, Heidi Jiang discovered her love of gaming at an early age. She’s a big fan of the Super Mario series ... and any book with a mushroom on the cover. In all seriousness, she loves reading and playing just about anything when she finds the time. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow! She currently resides in Indiana with her husband, a dog named Lucky, a cat named Oliver, and a couple children rapidly heading toward being teens. Over the years, Heidi Jiang has been a book reviewer, freelance copy editor, editor at a small publishing company, and executive editor at her school’s literary magazine.

What’s the PERFECT Cursed Item For Your D&D Alignment?

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A woman with purple hair and a red cloak holds a glowing vial, her expression surprised. Opposite her, a hooded figure with a sinister smile emerges from a magical, smoky aura reminiscent of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Bright, vivid colors and lightning effects surround them.

Welcome to the magical chaos that is cursed items in Dungeons & Dragons! These mischievous artifacts are not just a stumbling block for your adventurers—they’re a powerful storytelling tool. From making players scratch their heads in puzzlement to inciting bursts of laughter, …

DND Spells That Tell STORIES (Homebrew Magic Guide)

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A mystical figure stands amidst swirling blue and fiery orbs, surrounded by ancient pillars like a scene from a DND campaign. The sky is a blend of golden, blue, and fiery hues, evoking cosmic energy and ethereal magic straight out of a fantasy ttrpg.

Imagine a world where the very fabric of magic is as malleable as the storytellers who wield it. This is the extraordinary potential of homebrew spells in Dungeons & Dragons, where players and Dungeon Masters (DMs) alike can stretch the boundaries of …

The SECRET to Making D&D NPC Factions Work

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Illustration of a woman in dark, intricate armor with a red cape, holding a sword—a perfect character for your next DND or Pathfinder RPG adventure. She stands confidently before mist-veiled ruins, her flowing hair adorned with a pendant, creating a mystical and dramatic atmosphere.

Imagine this: your players are trekking through a bustling medieval city, where the tension between the Merchants’ Guild and the Thieves’ Syndicate hangs heavier than the morning fog. NPC factions provide such richness to campaigns, offering a world alive with intrigue and …

Customizing DND Character Creation with ChatGPT AI

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Imagine a world where your Dungeons and Dragons character is not only a hero on paper but a living, breathing entity full of quirks, backstories, and dreams. The joy of creating unique D&D characters often lies in the ability to weave intricate …

How to Deal with Difficult DND Players: A Guide for DMs

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A group of three people sits around a table playing Dungeons & Dragons. The room is filled with plants, shelves, and posters. Dice and game sheets are scattered across the table as sunlight streams through the window, setting the perfect ambiance for their epic quest.

Navigating the world of Dungeon Mastering is often a journey filled with creativity, unexpected plot twists, and a vibrant tapestry of characters. However, it can also present its share of challenges, primarily when managing difficult players. Often, DMs must balance the delicate …