Dungeon Master Tips
From random character motivations to rules discussions, we delve into tips, tricks, stories, and musings about one of the most rewarding jobs: playing a Dungeon Master.
Ten Planar D&D Encounters
Hey everyone! It’s been a hectic few weeks for us: the holidays kept us busy, I turned my focus towards finishing the third Wild Beyond
Ten Festive D&D Encounters
‘Tis the season to play tons of TTRPGS! The weather outside might be frightful, but at least inside we have dice and good company (and
Quickie Map: Dungeon of Doubt
Things are quite busy in our neck of the woods! We just released the 2nd Chapter of our Wild Beyond the Witchlight map pack (more
10 Spooky D&D encounters
It’s been a bit, but I’m back! I’ve been hard at work on the newest map pack for Wild Beyond the Witchlight! I’ll talk a
D&D Hit Point Homebrew Rules
I’m always of two minds about homebrew rules for D&D. On the one hand, the designers had a specific playstyle in mind to showcase 5E’s
Ten Random D&D Encounter Ideas
There’s always a chance that a party makes a decision so unexpected that even experienced DMs need to stop to figure out what’ll happen next.
How to fix Dexterity and Wisdom in D&D
What are the most important stats in a game of D&D? While some might argue that it’s a matter of opinion and character creation, it’s
How to use tools in D&D crafting recipes
I tend to forget about tools and tool proficiencies whenever I play D&D, both as a player and as a DM. Rarely does a
Add some horror to your D&D session with these three free Gothic Lineage NPCs
As a DM, I often spend time writing up NPC “catalogues” that I can insert into just about any situation. Need a spoiled aristocrat?
Three free D&D NPCs: Dragonborn
Of all the races in the Player’s Handbook, I think I was most dissatisfied with the Dragonborn. While playing as humanoid dragons is pretty
Explore the Darkness with Wyrd’s From Nightmares: A first look at the newest Through the Breach Expansion
It’s a big day for fans of Malifaux: Through the Breach, as the newest expansion book From Nightmares released on Feb 26th! This book expands
Random Wilderness Encounters for Malifaux: Through the Breach
Malifaux is a pretty scary place, and that’s just in the city! Untold horrors lie in wait beyond the walls of civilization — out
How to add real world skills in RPGs
Sometimes simply rolling a d20 feels a little lackluster. Having your rogue effortlessly unlock a stuck door, a barbarian crashing through a barricade, or
Rime of the Frostmaiden Map Pack
It’s been a little while since I released anything on DM’s Guild, but with the recent publication of Icewind Dale – Rime of the
Want to give your players a challenge? Use Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything for D&D 5e Hard Mode
Are you wanting to change things up for your party and make things a little more challenging? Maybe you want to take a break from
How to Draw a Dungeon
Welcome back to our New DM’s Guide to Everything series! This week we’re talking about how to draw a dungeon using the topics we
How to Design a Dungeon
Welcome back to our New DM’s Guide to Everything series! Previously, we explored designing smart encounters to challenge and entertain your players. This week, we’re discussing how
D&D Duet Offers the Perfect D&D Date Night
What’s the perfect party size for your Dungeons & Dragons games? Do you like the standard amount of 4 or 5? How about large parties
TTRPG Encounters Part 2: Jungle encounter ideas
Jungles can be treacherous for the unwary, as many monsters and other denizens lurk deep in the shadows. Jungle encounter ideas are plentiful within the
New DM’s Guide to Everything: How to Design TTRPG Encounters
Welcome back to our New DM’s Guide to Everything series! Previously, we talked about worldbuilding and fleshing out your landscape with details. This week, we’re going to
Worldbuilding Part 2: Encounter ideas for your ttrpg world map
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New DM’s Guide to Everything: Worldbuilding for TTRPGs
Welcome back to our New DM’s Guide to Everything series! Previously, we talked about getting started and how to help your players stay comfortable. This week, we’re going
Tabletop RPGs can get uncomfortable. Here’s how to create a safe environment for your ttrpg players
Welcome to part two of our “New DM’s Guide to Everything” series: how to create a safe environment for your ttrpg players! We side-tracked a
New DM’s Guide to Everything
So you managed to wrangle some friends into playing D&D, but you’ve never played before. Or perhaps you’re inspired by the many live-play shows to
How to Draw a Resurrectionist Lab Map
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