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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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    • 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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    • 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 to Create Engaging Scenes for Your Players
      Jun 16, 2022 by Alyssa Visscher

      A glowing rune, a creaky board, a rattling crate. Whether you're describing a dusty basement or an abandoned temple, it's important to give the characters something to interact with. Follow these tips for creating encounters that lead to player action.

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    • How to Mashup D&D Sourcebooks for Versatile Storytelling
      May 26, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Mashing together published adventures can provide the versatility of homebrew, along with the time-saving benefits of a prewritten campaign. Learn more here!

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    • 12 Space Tropes to Bring to Your Spelljammer Campaign
      Apr 27, 2022 by Cameron Powell

      Countless stories have already been told about space, the next frontier for D&D. Here is some inspiration for adding cosmic adventure to your home game!

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    • What Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos Teaches Us About Good Storytelling
      Mar 25, 2022 by Alyssa Visscher

      Story seeding helps players follow a story from its first plot hook through to its climactic end. Here's what Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos teaches us about this important Dungeon Master skill.

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    • What's Your Dungeon Master Style?
      Mar 24, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      From the Rules Sage to the Beer Holder, these are the common types of Dungeon Masters out there. Which one are you?

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    • Building a Homebrew Setting? Your Players Have Already Created It
      Mar 17, 2022 by John Roy

      Looking to build a homebrew setting for your next game? Here's how to find inspiration in the characters your players build.

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    • Face Off Against Rival NPCs in Call of the Netherdeep!
      Feb 22, 2022 by Jeremy Blum

      Call of the Netherdeep introduces rival NPCs that will challenge the player characters as they adventure around Exandria. Learn about them here.

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    • How to Play Dungeons & Dragons Using D&D Beyond
      Feb 22, 2022 by Michael Galvis

      This guide covers the basics of Dungeons & Dragons and D&D Beyond, an official toolset for the game. Get instructions on creating your first character and your first campaign. Find the basic rules of the game and learn where to find people to play with! 

       

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    • Deborah Ann Woll Shares Tips for Incorporating Puzzles in your D&D Game
      Feb 18, 2022 by Mike Bernier

      D&D Beyond's Amy Dallen discusses incorporating puzzles in D&D with Deborah Ann Woll, who is known for playing Karen Page in Marvel's Daredevil. Read the interview highlights here.

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    • Exploring Romance in D&D—Without Making Others Uncomfortable
      Feb 14, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Ever thought to bring romance into your D&D game? You'll want to first ensure everyone at the table is comfortable with it. Follow these tips to get the conversation started.

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    • How to Bring Valentine's Day to Your D&D Campaign
      Feb 7, 2022 by Riley Silverman

      Valentine's Day is a time to show appreciation to your loved ones with gifts and festivities. Bring the joy of the holiday to your Dungeons & Dragons game with these quick tips!

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    • Bringing Auril the Frostmaiden to Life in Your Icewind Dale Campaign
      Dec 21, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

      For a bone-chilling adventure this winter, look no further than Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden. But before you dive in, check out these tips for fleshing out the titular character, Auril the Frostmaiden! 

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    • D&D Beyond App Update Adds Dice Rolling for Dungeon Masters
      Dec 13, 2021 by Davyd Barker

      Dungeon Masters can now freely roll dice in the D&D Beyond mobile app, whether privately or publicly. Learn about this new feature, as well as other ways the app makes running your Dungeons & Dragons game easier!

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    • Rent Out Magic Items! How to Implement a Magic Item Rental System in Dungeons & Dragons
      Nov 16, 2021 by Michael Galvis

      Whether your players are strapped for gold or just want to try out less commonly used magic items, here's an easy way to implement a magic item rental system. 

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    • Starting Strong at Your First Dungeons & Dragons Game as Dungeon Master
      Nov 11, 2021 by Michael Shea

      Are you a new Dungeon Master? Get helpful tips on running your first Dungeons & Dragons game here!

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    • Rethinking the Undead for Dia de los Muertos
      Nov 2, 2021 by DeAngelo Murillo

      In Dungeons & Dragons, spirits often return to torment the living. But during this holiday, you can honor the dead and help them find peace.

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    • 5 Tips for Running the Death House One-Shot From Curse of Strahd
      Oct 22, 2021 by Jeremy Blum

      Learn how to run the brutal Death House adventure from Curse of Strahd for Halloween while avoiding a TPK!

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