Delving into Dungeon Crawl Classics
A change of direction as my 5e Curse of Strahd campaign comes to an end and we look forward to a short Dungeon Crawl Classics interlude.
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: Dungeon Fog
Review of Dungeon Fog, an online, subscription based, mapping tool for role-playing games.
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.
Glowing Gold: 24 Hours of Gaming
Why I’m doing a 24 hour non-stop RPG marathon to raise money for Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity.
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.
Review: Basic Fantasy RPG
A review of Basic Fantasy Role Playing Game. Moldvay Edition D&D for the 21st Century.
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?
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.
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.
Back to Basics: Where My D&D Journey Began
I’ve been reading a fair bit of the core Dungeon World rulebook recently. I like the fact that it feels both old and new at the same time. As if … Continue Reading Back to Basics: Where My D&D Journey Began
Curse of Strahd – Pushing Myself
How running Curse of Strahd has pushed my DM skills to the limit.
