Kathy Stone

Kathy Stone has been in love with words (and games) since she was a child. Kathy’s favorite books growing up were from the Sweet Valley High series, Nancy Drew, and the Goosebumps series. She loved playing the Nintendo and later the Super Nintendo. She is a mother of one and is living in Indianapolis, IN. Kathy loves a good book, a good laugh, and has been occasionally known to partake in a D&D session or three. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!

The Best Homebrew and Official Content to Add to Your D&D Game in 2025

by Kathy Stone

Illustration of a confident, hooded female character in a medieval-style outfit, standing on a dimly lit street with old-fashioned lamps. She wears a purple cape and leather armor, embodying the mystery and strength of a DND rogue with her sly smile.

Dungeons & Dragons keeps evolving, and 2025 promises a wealth of new content that could supercharge your tabletop adventures. Imagine exploring fresh worlds, clashing with reimagined monsters, and crafting stories around innovative mechanics! Whether you’re planning a grand new saga or looking …

Are Homebrew Rules Ruining Your D&D Game? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Kathy Stone

Illustration of two women at a table with D&D and Pathfinder RPG materials. One woman gestures excitedly while the other ponders a fantasy book. Posters and a lamp are in the background, with a 20-sided die central and drinks nearby.

Imagine this: A sprawling world of your own creation where the rules are set not just by a distant publisher but by you and your friends. Welcome to the thrilling, yet precarious world of homebrew rules in Dungeons & Dragons. Enthusiasts and …

One D&D Subclass Changes Have Players Furious – Here’s Why

by Kathy Stone

In the dimly lit tavern, a woman passionately shouted at a table covered with a D&D rulebook, dice, and papers. The intense atmosphere of this tabletop RPG scene captivated two men sitting nearby, absorbed in the unfolding drama.

In a sweeping move likely to set tongues wagging across the realms of tabletop gaming, the One D&D 2024 Player’s Handbook has introduced a controversial change that is dividing players worldwide. The new edition mandates that all subclass progressions for every class …

How to Build the Ultimate Giant Barbarian for Maximum Damage in D&D

by Kathy Stone

A fierce woman with glowing eyes charges through a dark, stone hallway, wearing tribal clothing and jewelry. Her face painted with red markings, she embodies the spirit of your favorite low-level encounter. A torch flickers on the wall, casting dramatic shadows as if inviting you to share your story in the comments.

In the thrilling world of Dungeons & Dragons, the Giant Barbarian build offers an exciting journey into the realm of colossal power and destruction. Imagine wielding immense strength alongside the mastery of gigantic form, each swing of your weapon leaving devastation in …

The Ultimate Guide to Making Players Cry in D&D: Mastering Emotional Storytelling

by Kathy Stone

A solemn elf with long hair sits in a dimly lit ruined chapel, wearing intricately detailed armor. As if from a scene in a tabletop RPG, she gazes at her hand, with light streaming through a broken window, casting an ethereal glow. Smoke rises from a candle on a nearby altar.

In the realm of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), where dragons soar and magic crackles through the air, storytelling holds an unyielding power. Imagine this: a group huddled around a table, eyes glistening as they collectively breathe life into a tapestry woven from …

Goonies D&D Trap Masterclass: Everything Dungeon Masters Need to Build Epic Encounters

by Kathy Stone

A surprised woman in a leather outfit lunges forward, holding a dagger. In the glow of the orange-lit tunnel, she navigates a rope bridge with chains hanging around her—a scene straight out of a DND campaign or Pathfinder RPG adventure.

Picture this: a ragtag group of adventurers stumbles upon an ancient, forgotten tunnel system. Every step drips with tension as traps of ingenuity and danger unfold. Sound familiar? That’s because it’s straight out of The Goonies! Those mischievous, booby-trap-laden scenes from the …

Everything You Need to Know to Build an Epic D&D Desert Campaign

by Kathy Stone

A rugged fantasy character with long hair stands in a desert landscape, wearing armor and a scarf blowing in the wind. Swords are visible at their side, evoking the spirit of a DND adventure. Towering rock formations rise under a partly cloudy sky.

There’s something undeniably captivating about venturing into the barren, windswept sands of a desert-themed Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Picture this: a vast expanse of rolling dunes, the relentless sun beating down, casting shadows that shift quicker than you can blink. Even the …

How to Use Floating Items to Enhance Puzzles, Rewards, and Mysteries in D&D

by Kathy Stone

Illustration of a woman in medieval armor with a confident smile, standing amidst ancient pillars. She holds a floating, glowing barrel in one hand. Swirling clouds surround her in a mystical atmosphere, reminiscent of an epic DND adventure.

Every corner of the world can brim with magic and mystery in the best D&D campaigns, and floating items present a tantalizing canvas for creativity. Imagine an artifact that hovers mid-air, shimmering with power, or an enchanted weapon that drifts serenely, waiting …

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