Tag Archives: dnd

Designing Your Own Campaign Setting

Posted on May 23, 2013 by

Well, in between filming for the new One Die Short web show, I’ve finally found some time to answer a question.  You can read a little more about the plan for the web show here, and keep an eye out … Continue reading →

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XP, Leveling and Homebrew Systems

Posted on January 15, 2013 by

Today we’re going to take a closer look at developing your own gaming system and how to handle the challenges of XP awards and leveling: Dear DM, I’ve been developing my own system for awhile now, and I’ve hit a … Continue reading →

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Variety is the Spice of Roleplaying

Posted on November 27, 2012 by

This week I offer some advice on adding variety to your campaigns: Hello, I am trying to make this setting, where my players will participate in some games, and right now I have NO clue what to make of them. … Continue reading →

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Fun Times With Wild Mages

Posted on August 28, 2012 by

Today we discuss 2nd edition and why it’s way better than 4th edition: Dear DM, Why do a lot of people seem to dislike the Wild Mage in Tome of Magic from AD&D 2nd edition? I am thinking about trying … Continue reading →

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A Kobold Called Norris

Posted on July 3, 2012 by

This week we have some fun with Feats: Dear DM, I was wondering if you have any ideas for the glorious feats of a Chuck Norrised Kobold named General Yipgrowl.  So far he has fought off 18 zombies single handedly, … Continue reading →

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Rolling for the very first time.

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

Well, it’s been a couple of weeks since I last posted, and still don’t have any questions, so I thought I would do something different today.  I wanted to ask you all a question instead.  This requires audience participation to … Continue reading →

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Total Party Kill For The Win!

Posted on June 12, 2012 by

This week we look at some fun ways to kill our players in what I like to call: TPKFTW! Dear Dungeon Master, I have had a game running for a few months, lots of fun and I am wondering which … Continue reading →

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Dungeons & Dragons Video

Posted on May 30, 2012 by

I didn’t receive any questions this week, so here’s a hilarious video I came across, which is probably really old, but if you haven’t figured it out already, I’m way behind the times. So, I found out that this is … Continue reading →

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Puzzles and Traps in Roleplaying Games

Posted on May 8, 2012 by

After a week off, I’m back with some good old-fashioned Dungeon Master advice: I’m a newer DM and I’ve really enjoyed your blog over the last few months as, along with other blogs I follow, you have given plenty of … Continue reading →

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This is not a post.

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

I’ve been ill and have work to catch up on, so my post for this week will be coming late, but do expect it before Friday.  In the mean time, enjoy this awesome WildSpace trailer from TSR that thankfully never … Continue reading →

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