Rich Hunterson, a seasoned Dungeon Master, has been weaving fantastical tales in the world of Dungeons & Dragons for over two decades. His passion for storytelling and deep understanding of game mechanics has made him a beloved figure in the D&D community. I am Spartacus! I am a wage slave! I am Paul Bellow!
Rich began his journey with a humble set of dice and a Player's Handbook, quickly falling in love with the endless possibilities that D&D offers. His campaigns are known for their intricate plots, memorable characters, and the perfect balance of challenge and reward.
As a writer for LitRPG Reads, Rich shares his expertise through engaging articles, guides, and tutorials. He aims to inspire both new and veteran players with creative ideas, DM tips, and insights into the ever-evolving world of tabletop RPGs.
When he's not crafting epic adventures or writing for the blog, Rich enjoys painting miniatures, exploring new game systems, and participating in community events. His motto: "The only limit is your imagination."
In recent years, a quiet revolution has swept through the halls of tabletop gaming: more and more adventurers are picking up their character sheets and venturing forth alone. The allure of solo D&D isn’t just for the friendless or housebound—it’s a satisfying, …
Salvage or Starve: Welcome to D&D’s Apocalypse There’s an electricity in the air when you toss aside the safety nets of high fantasy—when castles are crumbled, ley lines are severed, and dragons are just as desperate as the mortals they once terrorized. …
What is magic, if not the language of possibility? In Dungeons & Dragons, the core spell schools—Evocation, Illusion, Necromancy, and their kin—form the scaffolding of spellcraft. But as any daring adventurer knows, it is beyond the codified, within the overlooked margins, that …
Dungeons & Dragons is as much about crafting a hero as it is about rolling dice or delving dungeons. At the heart of every character’s journey are the 13 core classes, each a distinct template shaping not only abilities and powers, but …
Imagine two mystical realms, each a mirror, yet opposite, of the world we know. On one side lies the Feywild, vibrant with chaotic energy, a place where the boundaries of emotion and magic blur, creating a landscape of boundless beauty and perilous …
The Ranger, a cornerstone of wilderness adventure, emerges from the rugged terrain of Dungeons & Dragons 5e as a paragon of survival and mastery over nature. Imagine a character as at home in dense forests and expansive deserts as others might be …
Imagine the exhilarating rush as the Dungeon Master unveils the scenario: a lair teeming with treacherous traps, shadowy foes, and a formidable antagonist poised to unleash mayhem. Each player’s heart races as they strategize, eager to leverage their unique abilities while crafting …
In the ever-evolving realms of Dungeons & Dragons, where dice decide fate and imagination shapes reality, the notion of character backgrounds has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis with the introduction of One D&D in 2025. These backgrounds are not just story starters; they’re …
Imagine this: a group of adventurers poised on the brink of a great discovery, only to have the ground shift beneath their expectations with a twist they never saw coming. Plot twists are the lifeblood of any engaging Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) …
With the upcoming 2025 revision of Dungeons & Dragons, a fresh and exciting system called Bastions is being introduced. These aren’t just any ordinary add-ons—they’re personal strongholds where players can truly have a stake in the world beyond their quest-filled lives. The …
Being a Dungeon Master is a bit like being the ultimate storyteller, puppeteer, and referee all rolled into one. It’s not an easy gig. You’re in charge of sculpting fantastical realms and ensuring your players are genuinely having a blast as they …
Dungeons & Dragons, a realm of imagination where every dice roll could be the difference between glory and doom, has recently undergone a significant transformation in one of its core elements: the Monster Manual. The game, cherished by its myriad fans for …
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.
