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  • Transcending Mortality: Playing as a Lich in D&D
    Apr 8, 2024 by Michael Galvis

    Want to become a lich? It's a perilous journey to lichdom, but we've scoured all the dark tomes to get you the information you need to become one of these iconic Undead!

     

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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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  • Sneak Peek: Meet the Giff, a Species of Gunslinging Hippo-Like Pirates
    Jul 21, 2022 by Michael Galvis

    What do you get when you cross a hippo with a space pirate? The Giff! The species comes to us from Spelljammer: Adventures in Space. Here's a preview of Giff lore and traits, and how we'd build one!

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  • Building Your Character to Survive Spelljammer Adventures
    Jul 14, 2022 by Michael Galvis

    A journey into the cosmos comes with unique challenges. When air is in short supply and enemy ships threaten to take your vessel, it pays to be prepared. Here are character tips for your journey into Wildspace!

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  • 5 Powerful D&D Combos to Destroy Your Enemies With
    Jan 24, 2022 by DeAngelo Murillo

    Tired of pulling punches? Here are five combos that will help you deal the most damage or cause the most havoc at your table. Just ask for your Dungeon Master's permission first! 

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  • D&D 101: Choosing a Race for Your Dungeons & Dragons Character
    Aug 31, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

    If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons, this primer will introduce you to the races found in the Player's Handbook. Learn about the prideful dragonborn, versatile half-elf, charming tiefling, and more here.

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  • Embracing Your Wild Side: Playing As a Lycanthrope in D&D
    Apr 26, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

    Werewolves and wereboars and werebears, oh my! Bring these iconic horror creatures to your kitchen table with these tips on playing as a lycanthrope and running them as NPCs. See the rules on lycanthropy and find out how you can raise the stakes for werecreatures in your game.

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  • An Ode to Heat Metal: The Greatest D&D Spell of All Time
    Apr 5, 2021 by Elliot Spilk

    Let's shine a light on one of the best (if not the best) low-level spells in the game, Heat Metal. This amazing piece of magic seems to have slipped under the radar of many adventurers since the beginning of Fifth Edition, and remains incredibly strong, overlooked, and exceptional...

     

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  • How to Multiclass in D&D for Beginners
    Mar 8, 2021 by Saige Ryan

    Welcome to your first steps into the wondrous world of multiclassing. Let’s get into the nitty-gritty and ask the key questions: What? Why? When? How? And most importantly: Bardbarian?

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