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  • Wither and Bloom: Heal Allies, Kill Enemies With One Spell
    Sep 15, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Are you a wizard or sorcerer in a tricky spot because all of your party members have been knocked out? Wither and bloom might just be the spell you need to get out of your fix.

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  • How to Run a Low Magic Campaign in D&D
    Sep 5, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Not every adventure needs to be bursting at the seams with magic to tell a compelling tale! Check out these tips for creating a more grounded low magic D&D setting.

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  • One-Shot Adventures: What They Are, Why We Love Them, and Recommendations
    Aug 23, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Whether you want to run a zany, shenanigan-filled adventure or a deadly, grindy dungeon crawl, one-shots are the perfect option for your game night!

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  • Set Sail for the Stars With Spelljammer: Adventures in Space
    Aug 16, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Are you ready for swashbuckling space escapades? Spelljammer: Adventures in Space will take your party across the cosmos on an intergalactic experience you won't forget! Available now on D&D Beyond!

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  • Welcome to Bral: A Primer on Spelljammer's Asteroid City
    Aug 11, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Disembark and explore the asteroid city of Bral. A hub for trade, quests, political intrigue, and old-fashioned troublemaking, Bral is a spelljamming adventurer's dream. Learn about the city here!

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  • The Spelljammer's Guide to Wildspace in Dungeons & Dragons
    Jul 29, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Looking to launch into Wildspace to find epic adventures, glory, and treasure beyond your wildest dreams? Our updated guide to Spelljammer will teach you everything you need to know before you take on the multiverse.

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  • Sneak Peek: Play as the Immortal Astral Elf From Spelljammer: Adventures in Space!
    Jul 22, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    The astral elf is a timeless creature with a deep connection to the Astral Sea. Click here for a preview of the new race offered by Spelljammer: Adventures in Space!

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  • How to Make Social Encounters More Than a Charisma Check
    Jul 7, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Have your social encounters been feeling a bit flat? In this article, we take a look at some mechanics to spice up social encounters!

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  • Devour Everything in Your Path With the Astral Dreadnought
    Jul 1, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    The apex predators of the Astral Plane, astral dreadnoughts have an insatiable appetite for just about anything...including your party!

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  • How to Create a Lost Civilization From the Radiant Citadel
    Jun 27, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    The mystery behind the 12 missing civilizations of the Radiant Citadel continues to confound scholars to this day. Learn how to create your own lost civilization and use it in your game!

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  • How the Radiant Citadel Reimagines Spirits in Dungeons & Dragons
    Jun 23, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    The mysterious Dawn Incarnates are repositories of knowledge for the founding civilizations of the Radiant Citadel. Learn more about how they can be used in your campaign here!

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  • How to Make Vecna the Big Bad of Your D&D Campaign
    Jun 10, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    You've got your copy of the Vecna Dossier, now it's time to bring the archlich to your campaign. Here's how to set up Vecna as the Big Bad!

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  • Free Level 20 D&D Adventure: Face Off Against Vecna in an Epic Battle in 'Don’t Say Vecna!'
    Jun 9, 2022 by Michael Galvis

    Venture to the chaotic realm of Limbo and explore a cursed tower in this level 20 D&D adventure featuring a showdown with the archlich Vecna!

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  • Spell Spotlight: Enlarge/Reduce
    Jun 3, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Enlarge/reduce is an amazingly versatile spell that is limited by the extent of your imagination! What crazy shenanigans will you pull with this devious transmutation spell?

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  • Top 10 Most Unique Cities in Dungeons & Dragons
    May 24, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Maybe you're searching for that perfect location for your next campaign or perhaps you're just looking for a unique vacation spot. Either way, we're breaking down the most interesting cities in fifth edition to get your creative juices flowing!

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  • Exploring the New Goblin, Hobgoblin, and Kobold Races in Monsters of the Multiverse
    May 13, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    With the release of Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse, we're taking a look at the new versions of some popular monstrous races!

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  • Get Ready to Blast Off! Spelljammer: Adventures in Space Is Coming August 16
    Apr 21, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    D&D sets its sights on the final frontier! Spelljammer: Adventures in Space takes characters across the Astral Sea as part of this spacefaring collection of books.

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  • Spell Spotlight: Animate Dead
    Apr 9, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Maybe you're a new necromancer looking to lead an army of undead minions, or perhaps you're just looking for a good friend to listen to your problems. Either way, animate dead is there for you.

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  • Monster Preview: Illuminate the Mysteries of Ruidus With the Consortium of the Vermilion Dream
    Mar 11, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Call of the Netherdeep introduces the Consortium of the Vermilion Dream, a mysterious faction obsessed with alien matters. Learn about them here. Players beware, spoilers lie ahead!

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  • Showcase Your Skills With Medals of Merit From Call of the Netherdeep
    Mar 10, 2022 by Mike Bernier

    Call of the Netherdeep introduces seven new common magic items to reward your party with. Learn more about the medals of merits here!

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