LitRPG Reads: RPG + DnD + Books = LitRPG

The Digital Dice: Understanding DND Character Creator Tools + AI

A woman and a girl sit at a wooden table in a rustic room with bookshelves, delving into the world of tabletop RPGs. They focus intently on a large computer screen displaying a character sheet for their Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Dice and a wooden box are nearby, framed by parchment.

The world of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is one of magic, heroism, and boundless imagination. In the early days of the game, players would gather around tables, armed with pencils, graph paper, and a heap of creativity to invent their characters from …

Mastering In-Character Conflict: A Guide to Tabletop Drama Without Drama

by Amir Barakat

Two animated women, wearing glasses, expressively discuss their latest DND adventure over a tabletop role-playing game in a cozy, book-lined room. Miniature figures and dice are scattered on a hexagonal board. Warm lighting highlights their lively conversation.

Welcome to the thrilling world of in-character tension—a crucial tool for creating engaging narratives without causing real-life drama. This guide dives into the art of handling conflicts within your games, exploring various aspects such as tension management and storytelling enhancement. Imagine a …

Best DND Classes for Beginners: Your Path to Adventure

by Ajay Patel

A powerful warrior in fur and armor holds a large sword in a mountainous landscape reminiscent of a Pathfinder RPG adventure. She has long flowing hair, and snow-capped peaks rise in the background. The scene is depicted on an aged parchment.

Embarking on a Dungeons & Dragons adventure opens up a world of excitement and endless possibilities. One of the most thrilling aspects of this game is selecting a class for your character, a decision that shapes your journey and dictates how you …

How to Create Custom DND Races and Homebrew Options

by Rich Hunterson

A luminous, blue-skinned humanoid with intricate patterns stands in a surreal forest, reminiscent of a tabletop RPG scene. Giant, glowing mushrooms and floating islands surround the mystical figure in this fantastical landscape.

Creating your own race in Dungeons & Dragons can be an exciting journey into the realms of creativity and storytelling. Imagine crafting a race with unique traits, cultures, and abilities that can lend a whole new flavor to your campaign. The thrill …

Best Healing Builds for DND Clerics: Keeping Your Party Alive

by Ken Chan

A mystical figure with elf-like ears and white hair stands in an ornate robe, holding a staff. They exude a celestial aura amidst magical symbols, reminiscent of a Dungeons & Dragons character, with a glowing circle behind them set against a cloudy, ethereal backdrop.

From dungeon crawls to dragon fights, the difference between victory and TPK (Total Party Kill) often comes down to healing prowess. This comprehensive guide reveals the secrets of creating and playing the most effective healing-focused clerics, exploring everything from optimal domain choices …

Improvising Dialogue: Making Reactions Feel Natural in DND Roleplay

by Kiera Mensah

In a dimly lit tavern, a female elf with pointed ears and braided hair engages in deep conversation with a large green orc over rustic wooden table. The orc, mug at hand, listens intently. Its a scene straight out of a Dungeons & Dragons adventure, captured beneath the glow of a chandelier.

Every adventurer faces moments when the perfect response must roll off their tongue. Whether bantering with a sly merchant, negotiating with a dragon, or comforting a grieving ally, natural dialogue transforms routine encounters into memorable scenes. This guide will help you master …

How to Use Notion to Create a Character Journal for DND

by Kenny Kings

Artistic illustration of a woman with long hair focused at her desk, engrossed in Dungeons & Dragons character profiles on her laptop. The cozy workspace includes books, art supplies, and a steaming cup of coffee under warm lamp light.

Transform your D&D character tracking from scattered notes into a dynamic, interconnected digital journal using Notion’s powerful features. This comprehensive guide will show you how to create an immersive, organized, and visually appealing character journal that grows with your adventures. Whether you’re …

Embracing Satyr Mischief: Roleplay Ideas for Memorable DND Characters

by Kathy Stone

In a dark, snowy forest, a horned, mythical creature with a hairy body and long claws looms ominously. A crescent moon illuminates the clouds above, reminiscent of a fantasy tabletop RPG scene. Nearby, a small house with a lit window stands as the images edges appear worn and torn.

Step into the hooves of D&D’s most spirited race – the satyrs. More than just party-loving faun folk, satyrs embody a complex blend of hedonistic joy, clever wit, and primal magic. This guide explores how to bring these fascinating fey to life …

What is LitRPG Reads?

Simply put, LitRPG stories take place in a game (or gamelike) world with rpg-style progression. Basically, an RPG in narrative format. RPG + Books = LitRPG! The term LitRPG was originally coined by three Russian authors back around 2010. I cover a lot of Dungeons & Dragons and Tabletop RPG content here too!

About LitRPG Reads

Paul Bellow is a LitRPG author, decades-long gamer, RPG game developer, and publisher of several online communities. In other words, an old school webmaster.

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.

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