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."
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 …
There is a new scent of brimstone in the air, and its source is the Illrigger—a class that storms onto the 2024 Dungeons & Dragons landscape with infernal ambition, martial precision, and darkly seductive magic. These knights of hell are weapon-wielding spellcasters …
When the May 2025 Unearthed Arcana dropped the Reanimator Artificer, shivers danced up the collective spine of the D&D community. Forget steampunk tinker gnomes spinning clockwork toys; this Artificer has bolts crackling and grim shapes twitching beneath greasy tarps. Imagine your workshop …
Let’s face it: players get the spotlight, the drama, the epic moments, the cheers when their cunning plans work or wild dice rolls deliver miracles. They weave deeply personal stories, agonize over backstories, and fall in love with their characters’ flaws. But …
There’s a peculiar electricity in the virtual air: the Sage Advice page has returned, refreshed at last for the 2024 Dungeons & Dragons rules overhaul. This isn’t just another rules update—it’s a moment eagerly awaited across dice-laden tables and bustling online forums. …
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 …
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.
