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How to Boost Your Party’s Magic in Any RPG (Simple Incantations That WORK)

A lone armored warrior woman in a hooded cloak stands defiantly, wielding a book of incantations and a sword, against the backdrop of a medieval battlefield. This black and white RPG illustration captures the mystic energy of magic, with soldiers and flags in the midst.

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: …

D&D 5e Wizard Build Guide: From Level 1 to FULL POWER (Become the Party’s Gandalf)

by Ajay Patel

Amidst a battlefield, an epic wizard warrior in silver armor and a blue cape stands with a staff. Smoke billows from the burning ruins as the cloudy sky hangs overhead. Scattered armored bodies lie on the ground, while ruined structures loom in the distance, echoing Zero to Gandalf legends.

Ah, the life of a wizard—can you feel the magic in the air already? From the crackling of spells to the wisdom-infused mutterings that hint at secrets long forgotten, becoming a wizard is perhaps the ultimate fantasy experience. Who hasn’t daydreamed about …

How Hiding in D&D Actually Works (And Why Your DM Hates It)

by Amir Barakat

A woman in armor clutches a torch in a dimly lit stone hallway, embodying the spirit of D&D adventure. She looks alert and focused, like shes poised for a game of perilous Hide and Seek. In the distance, an armored figures silhouette approaches, casting an ominous shadow on the wall.

The classic game of hide and seek in my Dungeons & Dragons sessions offers a refreshing shift from the typical focus on combat, much to the delight of many adventurers. While numerous players thrive in the exhilaration of battle, the elements of …

D&D 5e Fighter Build Guide: High Damage, Unkillable Defense, and INSANE Power Combos

by Ajay Patel

A fearless elf warrior in ornate armor stands confidently, embodying durability as light glows from behind, highlighting muscular features, delicate elven ears, and a large sword ready for damage. Stormy clouds frame the scene with an aura of impending battle.

In the fascinating realm of combat sports and martial arts, the journey of a fighter serves as a profound testament to resilience, strategy, and an unwavering ambition that pushes one beyond their limits. Each fighter embodies a distinct set of attributes and …

100 Bizarre Potions With Side Effects So Crazy They Might Just Ruin DND Forever

by Heidi Jiang

In a medieval apothecary, a woman with a scarf and vest holds bizarre potions, her actions mirrored by a glowing ethereal figure. Shelves packed with bottles and pottery bask in the light from large windows, revealing the side effects of her DND-inspired concoctions.

In the whimsical world of tabletop RPGs, where the line between reality and fantasy blurs like a Van Gogh painting in a rainstorm, potions are the spice of life—or, at the very least, the spice of your campaign. Within this enchanting chaos, …

From Bones to Bank: A Playful Guide to Making Necromancy Profitable and Fun in D&D

by Isaac Hanson

In this lively fantasy tavern scene, the cheerful half-orc bartender expertly serves drinks to animated skeleton patrons. Two skeletons raise their mugs amidst lively chatter. The rustic setting, reminiscent of a D&D 5e campaign, is enhanced by kegs and barrels dotting the cozy ambiance.

In the bustling tavern of adventurers, Bob the Necromancer tapped his staff, summoning not doom, but a ghostly conga line. Who knew raising spirits could be this profitable—and fun? Guests danced, coins clinked, and even skeletons found their groove.

Divine Smite and Dad Jokes: A Hilarious Deep Dive into the Life of a Lawful Good DND Paladin

by Ken Chan

A woman in gleaming medieval armor, much like a DND Paladin, joyfully holds up a glowing, faceted orb in one hand and a sword in the other. She appears triumphant, with a radiant smile worthy of divine smite, while shadowy figures linger in the background.

In “Holy Smokes,” paladins bumble through battles with more faith than finesse. Picture knights in shining armor, except their armor’s caught on a doorknob. Divine interventions have never been so side-splitting!

Dungeon Master Essentials: Building Engaging NPCs for D&D

by Ajay Patel

A knight in shining armor and a red cape rides a white horse, holding up a glowing sword. As if summoned by a Dungeon Master, the villagers cheer, with children and an elderly couple looking on. Engaging NPCs populate the scene amid quaint cottages under a vibrant sunset sky.

Crafting NPCs for D&D? Give them quirks! Perhaps a goblin bard with a fear of music or a scholarly dragon who’s allergic to dusty tomes. Remember, the weirder the NPC, the grander the adventure!

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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