For an Epic Hero, What is the DC to Pick a Lock?
A level 20 hero finds a treasure chest in a D&D 5E game. What should the DC be to pick a lock? Let’s review two approaches and how to make them shine.
These Adventures Teach Us How to Offer Players Choices
Adventures that offer real choices? Let’s take a look at some from… get ready for this… 4E.
How to Grow Old in Tabletop RPGs
An article on aging in the RPG industry. How to do it well, in a world of constant change.
Is the WizKids “1 of Everything” Witchlight Box a Good Deal?
WizKids announced a “Collector’s Edition Miniatures Box” that provides one of every mini in the upcoming WitchLight set. Let’s find out if it’s a good deal!
Why Adventures with Flowcharts May Offer No Choices
Just like a classic “choose your own adventure” book, a flowchart may offer no actual choices. Here’s how to change that.
Join My Tables at GameHole Con!
Come join me at GameHole Con for games, panels, and live games!
Streaming Dragons and Arguing Canon
What does the future of D&D hold for dragons? And, what should D&D’s approach to canon be for 5E?
Reviewing Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft for Players and DMs: A Mastering Dungeons Index
We provide an index to our podcast coverage of the book Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft.
The D&D Fan’s Guide to Buying the New Magic the Gathering Forgotten Realms Set
Learn the options you have for getting your hands on the new Magic the Gathering set: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms!
Learn to Play the New Dune RPG with this Mini-Series!
Want to learn how to play the new Dune RPG by Modiphius Entertainment? Of course you do! And your time to do that starts today, June 6th, at 5:30 PM Pacific (8:30 PM Eastern)!
Special Reasons Why DMs Have Trouble Challenging Players
We review special reasons why a DM may have trouble achieving the right challenge level for their players.
How to Challenge Players? Just Add Damage!
Why adding damage works better than other options for resolving the problems with encounter challenge… with some important considerations.