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The Best Video Games Based on Tabletop RPGs

There are many video games based on tabletop RPGs since they are the basis for early and modern games. Either type is highly satisfying and demands more than the average gaming session. So, here are some of the best you should definitely …

RPG Tools Interview: Creator of Donjon

by Paul Bellow

I managed to peer behind the curtain at the wizard behind the great Donjon website that is chock full of great RPG tools. Enjoy the interview! > 1) Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? i exist at that point …

Interview with Jason Faller about Mythica: Stormbound

by Paul Bellow

I had the opportunity to talk with Jason Faller about the upcoming Mythica project, Stormbound. 1) Can you give us a quick rundown of Mythica: Stormbound project? Stormbound takes place about 17 years after the storyline of the original 5 films, in …

DND Avatar Maker with DALLE2 AI Coming Soon

by Paul Bellow

I’ve built a DND avatar maker powered by the DALLE2 API from OpenAI. Don’t worry. You don’t need to know anything technical to use it. You pick a style, character class, and DND race, and then press a button. Or use random …

The Best Ways to Make Gaming More Social

by Kenny Kings

People often think of gamers as recluses who don’t interact with other people much. But this stereotypical image couldn’t be further from the truth for most people. Some play with their friends or meet people online that they can have fun with. …

What You Need To Launch A Successful Board Game

by Paul Bellow

There is no instruction booklet when it comes to turning a board game into a successful product. Like any business, it requires a certain amount of creativity and intuition. However, there are some tips that can help to increase your chances of …

Critical Failure Chart for DND 5e: Melee + Ranged

by Paul Bellow

I’ve put together a couple of d20 lists of critical failures you can use in your game if your players are getting a little too powerful. You can pick and choose what is appropriate for your game. As usual, these are just …

5 Great Reasons To Read History Rather Than News

by Kenny Kings

Clarity is the most important thing for effectiveness, and the only way to improve clarity is to cut down on noise. That’s exactly why you should read more history and less news: history is much quieter than news. When you read history, …

Charlatan 5e DND: Fantasy Grifters Background Guide

by Paul Bellow

Embrace your inner trickster as a charlatan thief in DND 5e… Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of fantasy as a cunning and crafty grifter? In the realm of Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition, the charlatan …

Homebrew Bardic College Background Guide for DND 5e

by Paul Bellow

Hello! I’ve got a great article with a bardic college background (or two) you might not have heard of before. That’s right. I’ve got some homebrew for you all today. I’m not gonna insult you or anything; I’m not just making up …

Critical Fumble Charts for DND 5e (Melee and Ranged)

by Paul Bellow

I’ve got some critical fumble charts for DND 5e, including melee and ranged attacks that miss – by quite a lot. Critical Fumble Chart (Melee) Missed by a Mile: Your swing goes wide and you stumble 10 ft, opening yourself up for …

How to Play DND Like a Veteran Gamer: 12 Tips for New Players

by Paul Bellow

So, you want to know how to play DND so well it’s like you’ve playing for years, huh? Well, I want to show you how! In this article, I will explain how you can make a character, prepare for different types of …

Best Metal Dice for Dungeons & Dragons Fans

by Paul Bellow

Greetings! If you have a Dungeons & Dragons fan on your shopping list this year, just know that metal dice sets make some of the best gifts for D&D players. Here I will look at best metal dice for D&D fans and …

Elven Name Generator with GPT-3 AI for Elvish Fun

by Paul Bellow

I’ve built an elf name generator that I think you should check out. Using GPT-3 API from OpenAI, I built a custom elf name generator that can produce elven names based on Tolkien or other factors. I’ve even got an aquatic elf …

DND Stories: That one time I played D&D with my boss.

by Paul Bellow

Oh, boy. This is the craziest of the DND stories I’ve told so far… possibly. It all started back in college when I was delivering pizzas to make money on the side. I was living with a few friends just off campus …

3 Ways RPG Video Games Can Educate You

by Kenny Kings

For years, lovers of games have had to live with all the scrutiny from older generations. Especially if you’re an RPG fan, pouring hours every day into a fantastic story game. People just don’t get it, and they often say you’re wasting …

DND Stories: That one time I vanquished a fire giant…

by Paul Bellow

I once was in a summer DND campaign where an evil wizard was attempting to take over a city through a combination of magical and military conquest. The locals had managed to put up a good fight for several sessions, but the …

DND Stories: Warrior Heads to Mage’s Tower for Final Showdown…

by Paul Bellow

I’m back again with more DND stories to share. This time, I was playing Elric the Galant, a Cavalier build (basically) who had a rough childhood but was trying to do good. Beyond his backstory, I played him as a kooky guy, …

DND Stories: Magic Dice for Dungeons & Dragons…

by Paul Bellow

Okay, I guess it’s my turn to tell a DND story. No, the dice don’t always roll the way you want them to. In fact, they rarely do. I was playing a wizard once, tagging along with a group of first-level characters …

DND Stories: That One Time my Ranger Fought a Giant Badger…

by Kenny Kings

This one time (at D&D camp), I was playing my trusty ranger, Boondin. My friends and I were in the middle of a great battle, and I was doing my best to stay behind the lines and fire my arrows. Unfortunately, our …

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