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.

DnD 5e Backgrounds: Building Rich Character Histories

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Welcome to the realm where your Dungeons & Dragons character transcends mere statistics and abilities to become a living, breathing entity with a past that’s as compelling as their quest. In D&D 5th Edition (D&D 5e), the character background isn’t just a …

DnD Unarmed Strike 5e Rules Finally Explained

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In the grand theater of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, where swords clash and spells whirl, there lies an often underestimated art: the unarmed strike. This fundamental aspect of combat, seemingly straightforward with its punches, kicks, and headbutts, is anything but simplistic. …

LitRPG Adventures: RPG Storytelling with DALLE3 + GPT-4 AI

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In the ever-evolving world of role-playing games, where the canvas of imagination knows no bounds, LitRPG Adventures stands as a testament to the marriage of creativity and technology. Spearheaded by Paul Bellow, this platform marks a significant milestone in the integration of …

DnD LitRPG: A Synergy of Storytelling and Tabletop RPG

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In the vast realm of fantasy and adventure, two mediums stand out for their unique approach to storytelling: Literary Role-Playing Games (LitRPG) and Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs). While LitRPG, a genre where narratives intertwine with game mechanics, captivates readers with its blend …

Susprina Arkenneld: Elminster’s Apprentice Unveiled

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After years of shrouded mystery and eager anticipation from devoted fans, a classic Dungeons & Dragons character has finally stepped into the spotlight, free from the constraints of a non-disclosure agreement. Susprina Arkenneld, a figure once glimpsed in the pages of a …

What is the Deck of Many Things in DnD?

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For seasoned adventurers and newcomers to the world of Dungeons and Dragons alike, the Deck of Many Things represents both unparalleled power and unparalleled peril. This storied artifact is known to grant fortunes, condemn souls, and drastically alter the course of an …