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."
Great roleplay isn’t about funny voices, theatrical accents, or being a trained actor; it is about the precise control of emotion, pacing, and player psychology. While many Game Masters spend years practicing their Dwarven accents or writing encyclopedias of lore, expert DM …
Goodberry occupies a strange place in the Dungeons & Dragons fifth edition ecosystem. On the surface, it appears to be a humble first level transmutation spell, available primarily to Druids and Rangers, designed to provide a small amount of healing and sustenance. …
Most Dungeons & Dragons campaigns reach a point where gold becomes meaningless. By level five, the party usually has enough wealth to buy small kingdoms, yet they continue to raid dungeons for coins they will never spend. A “high-economy” campaign flips this …
A long time ago, in our own very real world, the Star Wars galaxy sprawled across countless planets, battling for coherence while its mythology expanded through hyperspace. When Disney acquired Lucasfilm and declared a streamlined, unified canon, fans believed the tangled web …
The 2025 Monster Manual is not just a bestiary—it’s a Pandora’s box of potential, teeming with more than stat blocks and special abilities. For the enterprising Dungeon Master, every new monster and mechanical tweak is an invitation to turn expectations upside down. …
Exciting news from the realm of tabletop role-playing games: D&D Beyond has introduced a brand-new base class, bringing Mage Hand Press’s Gunslinger into the fold. Set to debut in 2024, this marks a dynamic addition to D&D Beyond’s expansive digital toolkit, allowing …
Amid the ancient halls of stone and roaring forge-fires, the dwarven warband stands apart from the mighty clans. Where a clan traces bloodlines and holds, a warband is an elite subset—hand-picked squads formed for valor and duty. Far from mere extensions of …
What truly goes on behind the scrim of a veteran Dungeon Master’s screen? For decades, rumors have swirled among new recruits—whispers of cryptic “rules” never printed in any hardcover tome, ancient words slurred by candlelight in the musty back rooms of game …
There’s a secret alchemy that transforms a good Dungeons & Dragons campaign into an unforgettable adventure—one that lingers in memory long after dice are packed away. That alchemy is emotional depth. It shapes moments at the table into stories players carry with …
There’s an unmistakable chill that clings to the world of The Walking Dead: shambling corpses, ever-hungry, relentless, and—perhaps most terrifyingly—fueled by the infectious weight of despair they drag behind them. Translating the visceral horror of this iconic undead apocalypse into Dungeons & …
Echo Knight Subclass Is Secretly INSANE (D&D Hack) Fighters are often seen as straightforward—armored powerhouses who charge in swinging or stand firm as unbreakable shields. But the Echo Knight from Explorer’s Guide to Wildemount breaks that mold. This subclass blends martial skill …
If you’ve spent any time prowling goblin-infested corridors or clashing steel in darkened dungeons, odds are you’ve tangled with the concept of Flanking. In the 2014 edition of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, Flanking was a tantalizing tactical tool, hiding in 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.
