Ken Chan, a master of crafting thrilling adventures and bridging cultural gaps, brings an international perspective to the LitRPG Reads team. Born and raised in a diverse cultural environment, Ken infuses his D&D campaigns with rich traditions, folklore, and mythologies from around the world. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!
As an Adventure Designer, Ken creates immersive adventures that take players on journeys through uncharted lands, filled with unique challenges, mysteries, and treasures. His understanding of various cultures adds depth and authenticity to the settings and characters he develops.
Ken's work at LitRPG Reads also includes articles on cultural diversity in gaming, the adaptation of real-world myths into D&D, and tips for making campaigns more inclusive and representative.
In his leisure time, Ken enjoys traveling, learning new languages, and exploring different culinary traditions. His philosophy: "Every culture is a new world to explore, even at the gaming table."
From dimly lit basements to the dazzling stages of Twitch streams and YouTube channels, the rise of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is nothing short of a modern cultural marvel. Born in the 1970s as a pen-and-paper role-playing game, D&D was once the …
A Deep Dive into Game Design, Literature, and Cinematic Inspirations The craft of world-building is as ancient as storytelling itself. From the mythical landscapes of Homer’s “Odyssey” to the intricate realms of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, authors have long captivated audiences by crafting immersive …
In the grand tapestry of digital entertainment, mobile gaming has etched its undeniable mark, proving that it’s not merely a fleeting fad but a dominant force. Over the past decade, our smartphones and tablets have transformed from mere communication tools into powerful …
In the vast and very imaginative world of Dungeons & Dragons, goblins often find themselves typecast as mere cannon fodder for budding adventurers. Their mischievous grins, gleaming eyes, and tendency for mischief are familiar sights in many campaigns, often heralding a skirmish …
Do female dwarves have beards? Want the lowdown on bearded female dwarves? Pull up a chair… In the multifaceted world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), few topics have sparked as much curiosity and debate as the appearance of female dwarves. A particular …
Looking for the top tabletop RPG games in 2023? Keep reading, friend… Tabletop role-playing games (RPGs) have experienced a remarkable resurgence in recent years, with new and veteran players alike embracing the imaginative landscapes and strategic intricacies these games offer. From the …
Greetings, fellow adventurers! Today, I want to delve deep into the enigmatic item in “Baldur’s Gate 3” known as “The Necromancy of Thay.” This isn’t your ordinary book that you stumble upon while exploring the magical world of the game. Behind 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.
