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5 Tips for Playing D&D with Kids (Plus a Bonus Tip!)

If you’re a parent who loves rolling dice and spinning yarns, chances are you’re itching to share that passion with your kids. But keeping the little ones engaged in a game that can sometimes feel like a marathon isn’t always easy. Fear not! I’ve got five tips (plus a bonus one) to help you turn…

Tired of Strahd? Try These 10 Horror TTRPGs (Plus a Bonus Game!)
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Tired of Strahd? Try These 10 Horror TTRPGs (Plus a Bonus Game!)

Today is Halloween – the perfect time to dust off those spooky TTRPG campaigns. Buteven the Vampire Lord of Barovia needs a break sometimes. So, put away Curse of Strahd and get ready for 10 terrifying tabletop RPGs that’ll have your players sleeping with the lights on! Now, full disclosure: I haven’t played every single…

5 Mistakes That Are (Probably) Killing Your D&D Night
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5 Mistakes That Are (Probably) Killing Your D&D Night

If you’re a Dungeon Master, chances are you’re making one of these common mistakes that’s totally massacring your D&D night. Don’t worry, though – we’ve all been there. GMing takes practice, and nobody’s perfect (just ask my players!). But avoiding these pitfalls can really help your sessions feel more immersive and enjoyable for everyone at…

Call of Cthulhu Live Stream & Giveaway
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Call of Cthulhu Live Stream & Giveaway

Arkham, Massachusetts. Summer, 1923. Rupert Merriweather reveals a shocking deathbed confession: in his university years, he and his friends called forth a “djinn.” For decades this dark being has been bound to a farmhouse in the New England countryside, but soon it could be unleashed on the world… Oct. 29, 2024 at 2 p.m. Central,…

Setting the Scene: The Importance of Immersive Storytelling in TTRPGs
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Setting the Scene: The Importance of Immersive Storytelling in TTRPGs

Welcome, fellow storytellers, to the heart of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), where the magic of immersive storytelling unfolds. In the realm of TTRPGs, the power to transport players to fantastical worlds, elicit emotions, and create unforgettable experiences lies in the hands of the Dungeon Master or Game Master (GM). Today, let’s dive into the art…

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Building Your First Campaign: A Step-by-Step Guide for Game Masters

Embarking on the journey of becoming a Game Master (GM) is akin to stepping into the shoes of a master storyteller, weaving tales of heroism, danger, and intrigue. If you’ve felt the creative itch to guide your friends through epic adventures in the world of tabletop role-playing games (RPGs), then this guide is your key…

Tabletop 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started with TTRPGs
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Tabletop 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started with TTRPGs

Welcome, adventurer! If you’ve ever found yourself enchanted by fantastical tales of epic quests, daring heroes, and mythical creatures, then you’re in for a treat. Tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) offer an immersive and collaborative storytelling experience that transports players to worlds where the only limit is their imagination. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll embark on…

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Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG: 7 Reasons Why It Stole My Heart!

Today, we’re exploring the captivating world of Dungeon Crawl Classics, the game that has stolen my heart. Reason #7: Exceptional Artwork DCC RPG kicks off our list with its breathtaking artwork. Every page of the core rulebook and modules is a visual feast, channeling a heavy metal, retro sword and sorcery vibe. Bold linework, gritty…