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.

The 7 MOST Terrifying Underrated D&D Monsters

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A hooded female rogue in sleek armor sprints through a dimly lit dungeon, reminiscent of a DND adventure. She wields a sword with ease, potions clinking at her belt. Goblin-like creatures close in as a torch casts an eerie glow on the stone walls, evoking the thrill of fantasy quests.

In the vast menagerie of creatures that populate the realms of Dungeons & Dragons, certain monsters often find themselves overlooked, lurking in the shadowy corners of dusty sourcebooks, waiting for their moment to shine. These underrated monsters possess unconventional abilities, obscure lore, …

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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Fantasy artwork of a mystical woman with flowing hair and elaborate robes standing in a serene landscape. The scene, reminiscent of Dungeons & Dragons, features towers, clouds, and a starry sky, blending elements of magic and nature.

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 …