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  • 2021 Anniversary Week Recap: Celebrating 4 Years With D&D Beyond!
    Aug 12, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    In August 2021, D&D Beyond celebrated its fourth anniversary with live events, a sale, and giveaways! Come watch the games we played with special guests to benefit Jasper's Game Day and Stack Up!

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  • Community Spotlight: 10 Homebrew Magic Items We Love
    Aug 4, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Don plate armor crafted from tableware, wield a longbow gifted by a dryad, and draw a spear inspired by beloved pop star Britney Spears. These truly unique — and sometimes hilarious — magic items made by D&D Beyond users will inspire you to test out some homebrew creations in your own games.

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  • The Commoner's Guide to Surviving Dragon Attacks
    Jul 20, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    So, you're being attacked by a dragon. Follow this simple guide to increase your marginal chances of survival. Best of luck, commoner! 

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  • What We Know About Gem Dragons Before Fizban's Treasury of Dragons Releases
    Jul 16, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Gem dragons make their official debut in fifth-edition Dungeons & Dragons with Fizban's Treasury of Dragons! Learn about these psionic and solitary creatures, their patron deity, Sardior, and the primordial First World, a place that existed before the multiverse!

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  • Strixhaven University: Which Magical College Will You Attend?
    Jul 16, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Strixhaven University is the most prestigious school for mages in Magic: The Gathering lore. It is comprised of five colleges, with each teaching students their own unique magic. Which college will you attend?

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  • Artificer 201: A Guide to Multiclassing
    Jul 9, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Multiclassing is all about making you better at what you're good at. And, oh boy, is the artificer good at things. Check out our comprehensive guide to multiclassing as an artificer. 

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  • How to Run Vampiric Mind Flayers From Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft
    May 28, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Vampiric mind flayers are the undead creation of a dying elder brain, and they have but one directive: drain humanoids of their cerebral fluids. Here's what you need to know about them — and how to bring them to your table.

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  • Gremishka: Terrify Spellcasters With These Tiny, Chaotic Monsters!
    May 18, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    What do you call monsters that explode when spells are cast nearby, or that deflect spells? A nightmare! In our final preview for Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft, we introduce the gremishka and swarm of gremishkas! 

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  • Carrionettes: Play Killer Toys From Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft
    May 11, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Toys come to life to slay in Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft! Get a sneak peek at carrionettes and their statistics, and find out how to bring these terrifyingly clever creatures to your game.

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  • Ditch the Tavern! 7 Other Settings to Kick Off Your First Session
    May 7, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    Taverns are an iconic place for player characters to meet one another and pick up their first quest together. But if a tavern doesn't work for your adventure — or you just want to shake things up — here are some alternative options to bring everyone together in game! 

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  • Greetings, Adventurers! My Name’s Michael, and I’m New Here
    Apr 29, 2021 by Michael Galvis

    I'm new to the D&D Beyond team and will be working alongside Joe Starr and Amy Dallen to bring you content on the regular. I'm excited to share with you how I started playing D&D, how I ended up here, and what my plans are moving forward. 

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