A Return To The Table
A reflection on spending more time at the physical gaming table having spent the last few years as a digital DM.
Another Foray Into the DM’s Guild
I’ve launched another adventure on the DM’s Guild. This is the second adventure I’ve published there and this one is designed for use with only the freely downloadable Basic Rules. … Continue Reading Another Foray Into the DM’s Guild
To Ravenloft – An Adventure 36 Years In The Making
As my gaming group approach Castle Ravenloft for the beginning of the final chapter of Curse of Strahd, I look back at how the original Ravenloft adventure struck fear into me as a novice DM back in 1983.
The Problem With Tomb of Annihilation
Tomb of Annihilation is an exhilarating adventure set in the jungles of Chult, but this unique setting, and the hex crawl nature of the adventure isn’t without it’s problems.
Introducing Kids to RPGs: A Guide
I recently introduced the kids to Role-playing Games. We’ve been gaming as a family for a couple of years now, but mostly card and board games. Roleplaying games present a … Continue Reading Introducing Kids to RPGs: A Guide
Review: Horror at Havel’s Cross
A brief look at the Winghorn Press adventure “Horror at Havel’s Cross”, a one-shot adventure for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition.
One Page Dungeons: Small But Perfectly Formed
One page dungeons are a great way of creating quick adventures to run with your group. I look at what they are, how they came about, and the best way to approach writing one.
5 Tips That Will Make You A Better Dungeon Master
5 tips on becoming a better Dungeon Master. How to make your game more enjoyable for both your players, and yourself.
Getting The Best Players For Your Online Game
Finding good players for your online D&D game can be hit or miss. I explore some hints and tips for finding and sticking with a great party.
Milestone or Millstone: The Perils of Milestone Levelling
The commonly held view now seems to be that milestone levelling is the way to go during long campaigns. However, is milestone levelling really just a millstone round your neck?
In Defense of the Funhouse Dungeon
The “funhouse dungeon” is straight out of the old school and is much maligned but does it still have anything to offer the modern gamer?
200 Hours – The Time Served DM
I recently hit a major milestone in my return to DMing. 200 hours of games run. I reflect on the last 200 hours amd look forward to the next 200.
Curse of Strahd: “Mooking up” the Wizard of Wines Encounter
Some thoughts on speeding up the Wizard of Wines combat with the Twig Blights in Curse of Strahd.
Writing a back story for your D&D* character
How to write a character backstory that your DM might actually read.
Preparing for your D&D session
How to prepare for your upcoming D&D session as a Dungeon Master. Some tips to make sure the session flows smoothly.
New Year, New Dungeon Master
I reflect on the past year as a Dungeon Master and look forward to even more adventures in 2018.
