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  • Barbarian 101: Path of the Totem Warrior
    Aug 30, 2019 by James Haeck

    It’s time to go beyond the Basic Rules. In this week’s Class 101, we examine the Path of the Totem Warrior, a barbarian subclass from the Player’s Handbook. 

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  • Wizard 101: School of Evocation
    Aug 23, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic School of Evocation, and use it to build an explosively powerful wizard!

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  • Warlock 101: The Fiend
    Aug 2, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic Fiend patron, and use it to build a devilishly charming warlock!

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  • Sorcerer 101: Draconic Bloodline
    Jul 26, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic Draconic Bloodline sorcerous origin, and use it to build a fearsome sorcerer!

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  • Rogue 101: Thief
    Jul 19, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic Thief archetype, and use it to build a talented and acrobatic rogue!

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  • Ranger 101: Hunter
    Jul 12, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic Hunter archetype, and use it to build a deadly ranger!

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  • Paladin 101: Oath of Devotion
    Jun 28, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we create a loyal paladin using the sacred Oath of Devotion.

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  • Monk 101: Way of the Open Hand
    Jun 21, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine the iconic Way of the Open Hand, and use it to build a mighty monk!

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  • Fighter 101: Champion
    Jun 14, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we build a fearsome fighter using the classic Champion archetype.

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  • Druid 101: Circle of the Land
    Jun 7, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we take a look at what it takes to build an iconic druid, using the classic Circle of the Land.

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  • Cleric 101: Life Domain
    May 31, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we take a look at what it takes to build an iconic healer, using the classic Life domain.

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  • Bard 101: College of Lore
    May 24, 2019 by James Haeck

    In this week’s class 101, we examine how to build the classic jack-of-all-trades, a dilettante bard who dabbles in spells, folk tales, and esoteric knowledge: the renowned College of Lore!

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  • Barbarian 101: Path of the Berserker
    May 10, 2019 by James Haeck

    Destroy your foes with unrelenting fury! Learn the ways of the berserker in the latest installment of Class 101.

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  • Warlock 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Eldritch Might
    Dec 17, 2018 by James Haeck

    Warlocks gain power by making pacts with supernatural entities. Whether they’re making a deal with the devil, bargaining with an archfey, or stealing the power of a slumbering old god, warlocks are always close to power. Sometimes too close.

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  • Ranger 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Wilderness
    Sep 26, 2018 by James Haeck

    Tracking and survivalist skills will serve you well whether you’re traveling throughout the wild Dessarin Valley or the streets of Waterdeep. Roam about the great outdoors with this guide to D&D’s most talked-about class: the ranger!

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  • Monk 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mystical Combat
    Jul 25, 2018 by James Haeck

    Monks are one of D&D's most unusual classes. Learn how to play a monk with grace and style in this 101 guide!

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  • Fighter 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Heroic Combat
    Apr 2, 2018 by James Haeck

    Playing a fighter may seem simple on the surface, but you can make your warrior even more powerful by learning some simple tactics.

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  • Is the Beast Master Broken?
    Mar 5, 2018 by James Haeck

    One of Dungeons & Dragons archetypes has been the subject of more internet debates and angry Facebook posts than any other. It’s one of the most polarizing topics of this edition of D&D, and the debate needs to be settled. Is the Beast Master broken?

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  • Changing Your Game with Social Interactions in Dungeons & Dragons
    Jan 25, 2018 by Todd Kenreck
    Changing Your Game with Social Interactions
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  • D&D's Rogue Inquisitive In Xanathar's Guide To Everything
    Sep 25, 2017 by Todd Kenreck

    Meet the Rogue Inquisitive

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