5E D&D’s Playtests – Which Was Better?
Comparing the 2014 and 2024 D&D 5E playtests reveals big differences in the goals and approach, with lessons applicable to future versions and other RPGs.
The Revised Player’s Handbook for 5E and its Future
In assessing the revised DMG and MM, I’ve overall been positive. Not so for the 2024 D&D Player’s Handbook.
Assessing the Revised DMG for D&D 5E
The 2014 DMG was criticized as a book DMs did not consult often, or even need to read. Does the revised 2024 DMG solve these problems and become the DM’s indispensable tome? What role should a DMG play?
Best and Worst of the Revised Monster Manual
A look at the best and worst aspects of the revised Dungeons & Dragons Monster Manual.
An Alternative to Removing Orcs and Drow from D&D’s Monster Manual
Orcs and drow have been removed from the Monster Manual, but this just hides our hobby’s issues.
Encounter Math, Bastions, New Acq Inc, and More!
Adventure Tools updates, new Acquisitions Inc supplement, new videos, and more! I’m back from Gamehole Con and energized!
Focusing a Campaign Through Themes and Truths
We can focus our campaign through themes and truths, delivering on player expectations and creating engaging play for us and our players.
ENnies Nomination – Vote Now!
I am so incredibly proud to be nominated for an ENnie award for Best Online Content!
The Campaign Our Players Want?
Our next RPG campaign will be more successful if we consider what will appeal to our players.
What Kind of DM Are You?
Many types of campaigns seem to appeal to us. But if we think more carefully, we may find certain types of campaigns appeal to us more than others!