Isaac Hanson is the wizard behind the curtain when it comes to understanding and dissecting the complex magic systems of Dungeons & Dragons. With a background in mathematics and a love for all things arcane, Isaac has dedicated himself to exploring the mechanics of spellcasting, magical items, and mystical lore. (And rogues. But who doesn't love a thief!) I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!
At LitRPG Reads, Isaac's articles delve into the nuances of magical classes, spell optimization, magical theory, and much more when he's interested in the topic. His analytical approach brings a scientific edge to the fantastical world of D&D, helping players maximize their magical prowess and understand the underlying principles of their favorite spells.
Outside of his writing, Isaac is an avid gamer, both on the tabletop and online. He's also a member of various magic-themed communities and enjoys experimenting with homebrew magical systems. His mantra: "Magic is not just fantasy; it's a science waiting to be understood."
Welcome to the Forgotten Realms—where legends aren’t just told, they’re lived. In this high-fantasy playground, gods walk the streets, archmages reshape reality, and kingdoms rise or fall on the roll of a die. From the smoldering ruins of ancient empires to the …
There was a time when tabletop role-playing games lived almost entirely behind closed doors. A few friends, some snacks, a beat-up rulebook, and a pile of dice—that was the formula. Stories of warriors, wizards, and rogues played out in living rooms and …
Imagine stepping into a world where magic and machinery hum in perfect harmony, where the spark of invention fuels a society on the brink of wondrous possibilities. Enter Eberron, where the Artificer reigns supreme as the embodiment of arcane innovation. Bursting onto …
Ah, the brave new TTRPG world where elves might prefer street food over fine dining, and wizards could potentially be sweeping more than just the floor of a grand library. Welcome to the whimsical realm of random social status rolls in D&D …
In the bustling tavern of adventurers, Bob the Necromancer tapped his staff, summoning not doom, but a ghostly conga line. Who knew raising spirits could be this profitable—and fun? Guests danced, coins clinked, and even skeletons found their groove.
Ah, the mysteries of Dungeons & Dragons—a realm where the only thing thicker than a gelatinous cube is a good plot twist. The allure of mystery adventures in D&D lies not just in the thrill of the unknown, but in the joy …
In the grand chessboard of the Dungeons & Dragons universe, liches stand not as pawns or rooks, but as the calculating kings and queens orchestrating their moves with precision and foresight. Unlike creatures that rely solely on brute strength, a lich’s true …
When you’re smashing through a high-level Dungeons & Dragons game, regular foes just don’t cut it anymore. You’re looking for those epic monsters—those beasts that push you to the edge of your seat. High-level monsters bring that “wow” factor and test the …
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.