Kiera Mensah is a bright star in the gaming journalism universe. With a smile that disarms and a wit that charms, Kiera's reviews and articles for the latest RPGs are a treasure trove of clever insights and pro-gamer tips. Her passion for storytelling shines through every piece, engaging readers with her lively analysis and captivating narratives. Kiera's pen is her sword, her keyboard her shield, as she navigates the digital realms with ease. She champions the inclusive spirit of gaming, always ready to highlight indie gems or deep-dive into the cultural impact of the medium. Whether it's a nostalgic look back at classic 8-bit adventures or a critical take on the newest VR experience, Kiera's words resonate with gamers of all backgrounds. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!
Few choices in Dungeons & Dragons matter more—or carry more weight—than your character’s class. This decision doesn’t simply determine how you roll for damage or which spells you fling in combat; it fundamentally shapes how your hero acts, feels, and grows, both …
Few subclasses in the wizard’s sprawling legacy evoke—pun intended—the instinctive thrill of harnessing pure, eruptive magic as vividly as the Evoker, newly rechristened for clarity in the 2024 Player’s Handbook. The Evocation tradition is as old as Dungeons & Dragons itself, tracing …
LitRPG—short for “literary role-playing game”—occupies a rare crossroads where the pulse of video and tabletop mechanics meets narrative prose. It’s a genre that lures readers with the promise of familiar progression: stat sheets, level-ups, skills, and experience, all wrapped inside a living, …
There’s something quietly mesmerizing about the bond between a spellcaster and their familiar. To outsiders, these arcane companions might seem like little more than magical pets, summoned for utility and soon forgotten. But seasoned roleplayers and shrewd Dungeon Masters know the truth: …
The world of tabletop role-playing games is on the cusp of a thrilling evolution with the anticipated release of “Heroes of the Borderlands,” the new D&D Starter Set slated for September 16, 2025. This set deftly reimagines the legendary “The Keep on …
Imagine a scene where you and your friends gather around the table for a session of Dungeons & Dragons. But this time, something’s different. Instead of your usual living, breathing Dungeon Master, it’s an AI—powered by GPT-4 or another language model—guiding your …
When entering a D&D session, think of conditions as delightful surprises waiting to spice up your gaming experience. Imagine an encounter where everyone is engaged, but suddenly, someone gets hit with a spell that Paralyzes them mid-action. It’s in moments like these …
Magic: it’s the enchanting secret ingredient that transforms a standard RPG party into an unforgettable fantastical spectacle, one that deftly weaves itself into the fabric of players’ recollections, allowing them to reminisce and recount wild tales for weeks on end. Picture this: …
When it comes to Dungeons & Dragons (any edition of D&D), alignments serve as a compass for character behavior, delineating a spectrum where order clashes with chaos. This eternal struggle not only shapes individual actions and narratives but also provides fertile ground …
Once upon a time, there existed a magical carnival, a kaleidoscope of whimsy and wonder where every corner promised enchantment and every game whispered of delightful mischief. But as the fates would have it, this traveling spectacle has become a chaotic carnival …
Navigating romance in tabletop RPGs is like casting a love spell—beware the critical fails! Do: get consent and keep it lighthearted. Don’t: serenade the dragon or woo your DM for extra loot. Keep it fun, and maybe pack some emotional armor!
Imagine crafting an epic tableau of clashing armies and roaring dragons, where heroes dart through spears and arrows like shadows. Sounds thrilling, right? But here’s the challenge: running large-scale battles in Dungeons & Dragons can be a daunting task, a balancing act …
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.