James Griffin

Wild Magic Support Sorcerer Build Guide: Making Chaos Work for Your Party So you want to play a Wild Magic Sorcerer Build that can turn any combat into an unpredictable adventure while actually helping your team? The Wild Magic Sorcerer Build, focused on support, is absolutely worth trying. This Wild Magic Sorcerer Build is all about using your Wild Magic Surge feature to create controlled chaos and support your teammates, plus you get some really useful spells and abilities to manage the battlefield.

Wild Magic Support Sorcerer Build Guide: Making Chaos Work for Your Party

So you want to play a Wild Magic Sorcerer Build that can turn any combat into an unpredictable adventure while actually helping your team? The Wild Magic Sorcerer Build, focused on support, is absolutely worth trying. This…

Homebrew Rule: The MVP Award in Dungeons & Dragons Introduction Let me ask you something: you're in the middle of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. There's a huge dragon in front of you, and you and your group are fighting for your lives. One of your companions made a clever move, another inspired the group with their words, and someone else made a joke that made everyone burst into laughter.

Homebrew Rule: The MVP Award in Dungeons & Dragons

Introduction Let me ask you something: you're in the middle of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign. There's a huge dragon in front of you, and you and your group are fighting for your lives. One of your companions made a clever move, another inspired…

D&D Monster Monday: The Banshee In this weekly series, I talk about some of my favourite D&D monsters, both official and homebrew. This week, we take a look at one of my new favourite monsters, the banshee. My players had been exploring the catacombs of an ancient high elf city that had been destroyed in a disaster. Throughout their exploration, they found many undead foes that they had to slay.

D&D Monster Monday: The Banshee

In this weekly series, I talk about some of my favourite D&D monsters, both official and homebrew. This week, we take a look at one of my new favourite monsters, the banshee. My players had been exploring the catacombs of an ancient high elf city that had been…

How to Balance Your D&D Encounters with Kobold Fight Club Becoming the Dungeon Master for D&D is a great choice! If you're new to the game, though, you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. After all, being a DM means you're responsible for more than just narrating the story. You're the architect of the world, the creator of NPCs (non-playable characters), and, most importantly, the one in charge of crafting engaging, challenging, and memorable encounters.

How to Balance Your D&D Encounters with Kobold Fight Club

Becoming the Dungeon Master for D&D is a great choice! If you're new to the game, though, you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. After all, being a DM means you're responsible for more than just narrating the story. You're the architect…

Rolling the Dice: A Beginner’s Guide to RPG Math Introduction If you're new to role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), you may have heard people talk about dice rolls and how they decide what happens in the game. When you roll the dice, the number you get is often what determines whether your character succeeds or fails. But what if you could predict what kind of number you're likely to get?

Rolling the Dice: A Beginner’s Guide to RPG Math

Introduction If you're new to role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), you may have heard people talk about dice rolls and how they decide what happens in the game. When you roll the dice, the number you get is often what determines whether…

How to Use Dynamic Lighting in Roll20 (It’s Easier Than You Think). You're setting up a D&D session on Roll20. Great, you've come to the right place. You've probably got your maps looking nice, and your tokens for all the heroes and monsters are ready to go, but something feels flat. Everyone can see the whole dungeon, even the parts their characters haven't discovered yet. It takes away some of the mystery and fun.

How to Use Dynamic Lighting in Roll20 (It’s Easier Than You Think).

You're setting up a D&D session on Roll20. Great, you've come to the right place. You've probably got your maps looking nice, and your tokens for all the heroes and monsters are ready to go, but something feels flat. Everyone can…

The Great Weapon Master and Sharpshooter 5e House Rule So, you're giving D&D a try? You'll love it. It might seem like a lot if you're new to the game. You've got character sheets, spells, combat rules, and let's not forget the dice! All these things can make the game feel pretty overwhelming at first. But trust me, once you get the hang of it, it's one of the most fun, creative experiences you can have.

The Great Weapon Master and Sharpshooter 5e House Rule

So, you're giving D&D a try? You'll love it. It might seem like a lot if you're new to the game. You've got character sheets, spells, combat rules, and let's not forget the dice! All these things can make the game feel pretty overwhelming at…

Using Music to Describe Your RPG’s Setting: The Ultimate Game-Changer Ever wonder why movies feel so much more intense with a good soundtrack? The same principle can work for your tabletop RPG sessions, but it's not as simple as just hitting play on Spotify. Music can definitely make your games more immersive, but it also comes with challenges that many guides don't mention. Let's talk about what actually works, what doesn't, and how to avoid the common mistakes that can make music more distracting than helpful.

Using Music to Describe Your RPG’s Setting: The Ultimate Game-Changer

Ever wonder why movies feel so much more intense with a good soundtrack? The same principle can work for your tabletop RPG sessions, but it's not as simple as just hitting play on Spotify. Music can definitely make your games…

Distributing Magical Items in D&D: A Guide to Rarity I'll never forget that moment in my campaign. We had just taken down this massive monster, and there was this perfect, tense silence before the loot was pulled, the curtain was pulled back on. Right there in the rubble, a glowing sword. I mean, it was just pulsing with magic. The kind of sword that could turn an entire battle around…

Distributing Magical Items in D&D: A Guide to Rarity

I'll never forget that moment in my campaign. We had just taken down this massive monster, and there was this perfect, tense silence before the loot was pulled, the curtain was pulled back on. Right there in the rubble, a glowing sword. I mean,…

I Fact-Checked This Popular D&D Villain Guide – Here’s What Every DM Needs to Know As a Dungeon Master who's been running campaigns for over 15 years, I've created my share of forgettable villains. You know the type, generic dark lords who want to destroy the world because... reasons. So when I stumbled across this viral villain creation blog post that's been making rounds in the D&D community, promising to create "memorable villains that players will talk about for years," I was immediately intrigued.

I Fact-Checked This Popular D&D Villain Guide – Here’s What Every DM Needs to Know

As a Dungeon Master who's been running campaigns for over 15 years, I've created my share of forgettable villains. You know the type, generic dark lords who want to destroy the world because... reasons. So when I…

Why the War Caster Feat Makes Life Easier for Spellcasters in D&D 5e If you play a wizard, cleric, or anyone who uses magic in D&D, you know it can be tricky to keep your spells going during a fight. All it takes is one bad roll, and your magic fades. That’s where the War Caster feat comes in. It doesn’t make your spells stronger, but it helps you keep them active when it really counts.

Why the War Caster Feat Makes Life Easier for Spellcasters in D&D 5e

If you play a wizard, cleric, or anyone who uses magic in D&D, you know it can be tricky to keep your spells going during a fight. All it takes is one bad roll, and your magic fades. That’s where the War Caster feat comes in. It…

What Happens in a D&D Encounter? Let’s Break It Down Hello Everyone! So, you’ve decided to give this Dungeons & Dragons thing a try. Maybe your friends are talking about it, or your grandkid wants you to play with them. That’s really great! I remember when I first started. I heard all these words being thrown around, and I just nodded along, pretending I knew what was going on. One of the biggest words was “encounter.” It sounded so serious!

What Happens in a D&D Encounter? Let’s Break It Down

Hello Everyone! So, you’ve decided to give this Dungeons & Dragons thing a try. Maybe your friends are talking about it, or your grandkid wants you to play with them. That’s really great! I remember when I first started. I heard all these words…

Character Build: Bounty Hunter Ranger : My Take on it If you've ever had the chance to sit down at a Dungeons & Dragons table, you know that one of the most exciting parts is the character creation. You're about to step into the shoes of someone who's completely different from yourself. But when I decided to make a Bounty Hunter Ranger, something just clicked. It felt like the perfect combination of everything I love: adventure, survival, and the thrill of the chase.

Character Build: Bounty Hunter Ranger : My Take on it

If you've ever had the chance to sit down at a Dungeons & Dragons table, you know that one of the most exciting parts is the character creation. You're about to step into the shoes of someone who's completely different from yourself. But when I…

Your Friendly Guide to Seeing if You Hit the Monster in D&D Hello there! Come on in and get comfortable. I want to talk to you about something that might seem a little confusing at first when you play Dungeons & Dragons. You've got your character sheet, you've got your dice, and your friend who is running the game describes a big, scary monster. Everyone looks at you and says, "What do you do?"

Your Friendly Guide to Seeing if You Hit the Monster in D&D

Hello there! Come on in and get comfortable. I want to talk to you about something that might seem a little confusing at first when you play Dungeons & Dragons. You've got your character sheet, you've got your dice, and your friend who is…

Homebrew Rule: Lightfoot Halfling Rogues and Ranged Sneak Attack So, you're starting to dig the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) world? That's great! The best part is that everyone, no matter their experience level, can bring something unique and fun to the table. Homebrew rules are a great way to customise your experience and make the game feel more personal to your group. A specific homebrew rule that's often discussed in D&D circles spins around Lightfoot Halfling Rogues and their ability to use Sneak Attack with ranged weapons.

Homebrew Rule: Lightfoot Halfling Rogues and Ranged Sneak Attack

So, you're starting to dig the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) world? That's great! The best part is that everyone, no matter their experience level, can bring something unique and fun to the table. Homebrew rules are a great way to…

An exciting and scary spell: Hunger of Hadar Magic in D&D isn’t always about flashy fireballs or bright lights. Sometimes, it’s about making things weird and scary. Hunger of Hadar is one of those spells. It’s like opening a patch of pure, freezing darkness that messes with everything inside. You cast it, and suddenly there’s this black spot where you can’t see anything. It’s cold, it’s quiet except for creepy whispers and slimy tentacles reaching out.

An exciting and scary spell: Hunger of Hadar

Magic in D&D isn’t always about flashy fireballs or bright lights. Sometimes, it’s about making things weird and scary. Hunger of Hadar is one of those spells. It’s like opening a patch of pure, freezing darkness that messes with everything inside. You…

Get a Grip on Adventure With the Mighty Piton! Hear me, adventurers! If you're thinking about climbing up a mountain, scaling some rocky cliffs, or even pretending to be a superhero climbing skyscrapers (we won't tell anyone), you'll need some super cool gear. And one of the most important tools for climbers is the piton. You might have never heard of it before, but don't worry, it's about to become your new best friend.

Get a Grip on Adventure With the Mighty Piton!

Hear me, adventurers! If you're thinking about climbing up a mountain, scaling some rocky cliffs, or even pretending to be a superhero climbing skyscrapers (we won't tell anyone), you'll need some super cool gear. And one of the most important tools…

Tiefling Tails in D&D: Rules, Myths, and Table Chaos Introduction When you look at fantasy characters in Dungeons & Dragons, few stand out as much as tieflings. Their horns and oddly colored eyes make them hard to miss, but what really grabs attention is the tail that flicks and curls behind them. If you read forums or talk to players, you’ll see that tiefling tails stir up a lot of debate and confusion.

Tiefling Tails in D&D: Rules, Myths, and Table Chaos

Introduction When you look at fantasy characters in Dungeons & Dragons, few stand out as much as tieflings. Their horns and oddly colored eyes make them hard to miss, but what really grabs attention is the tail that flicks and curls behind them.…

Everything You Need to Know About Delayed Blast Fireball in D&D 5e

Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a game where magic is real, monsters roam, and heroes rise to do impossible things. Among the many spells that a wizard can cast, one stands out for its potential to change the entire battlefield with…

Point Buy or Trust the Dice? A Simple Guide for New D&D Players You're about to play a game where you build a character. You know you need to give them some basic abilities, but it's tough figuring out which ones to boost. Should you micromanage with Point Buy? Slam the Standard Array on the table? Or roll a handful of dice like it’s the lottery? It’s a surprisingly big deal. How you get your numbers shapes who you play, how reliable you are in a fight, and even how much fun everyone has.

Point Buy or Trust the Dice? A Simple Guide for New D&D Players

You're about to play a game where you build a character. You know you need to give them some basic abilities, but it's tough figuring out which ones to boost. Should you micromanage with Point Buy? Slam the Standard Array on the…

Unpacking the Magic: What Exactly Are Bracers of Defense? Hi folks! So happy you're here. Time to step away from the dragons and spells for a moment and talk about something a lot less exciting. Something miniature. Something that almost certainly won't explode. Today we're shining the spotlight on the Bracers of Defense. I know what you're thinking: "Why would I care about arm bands that don't shoot lightning or summon bears?" Fair question.

Unpacking the Magic: What Exactly Are Bracers of Defense?

Hi folks! So happy you're here. Time to step away from the dragons and spells for a moment and talk about something a lot less exciting. Something miniature. Something that almost certainly won't explode. Today we're shining the spotlight…

Rogue 5e: The Complete Guide to Mastering Stealth, Strategy, and Sneak Attack Rogues in Dungeons & Dragons 5e are iconic. They’re the thieves, assassins, spies, scouts, and swashbucklers of the fantasy world. Whether you imagine slipping into a dragon’s hoard without being noticed, darting through the battlefield with rapier in hand, or delivering a perfectly timed crossbow shot that drops a cultist leader before they can finish their summoning ritual — the Rogue is your class.

Rogue 5e: The Complete Guide to Mastering Stealth, Strategy, and Sneak Attack

Rogues in Dungeons & Dragons 5e are iconic. They’re the thieves, assassins, spies, scouts, and swashbucklers of the fantasy world. Whether you imagine slipping into a dragon’s hoard without being noticed, darting through…

Change Into a Hero of the Wild with Guardian of Nature! Introduction Every campaign has a moment when the druid/ranger player asks, "Can I finally feel like the wilderness's chosen champion?" Guardian of Nature is the part of the rulebook that says, "Go for it!" when it comes to being a force for good. Think about a special magic that lets you do something extra in your turn. You pick if you want to be like a wild predator or an ancient tree.

Change Into a Hero of the Wild with Guardian of Nature!

Introduction Every campaign has a moment when the druid/ranger player asks, "Can I finally feel like the wilderness's chosen champion?" Guardian of Nature is the part of the rulebook that says, "Go for it!" when it comes to being a force for…

Zephyr Strike in D&D 5e: What It Does and How to Use It Hi everyone, welcome to our new blog post. Today, we're going to talk about a Dungeons & Dragons spell called Zephyr Strike. It's a spell that makes you faster, lets you avoid attacks, and gives you a strong hit during battle. It’s not flashy, but it’s very handy. We’ll go over what the spell is, how it works when it helps most, and who should use it.

Zephyr Strike in D&D 5e: What It Does and How to Use It

Hi everyone, welcome to our new blog post. Today, we're going to talk about a Dungeons & Dragons spell called Zephyr Strike. It's a spell that makes you faster, lets you avoid attacks, and gives you a strong hit during battle. It’s not…

How Conjure Barrage Works in D&D 5e We've all seen action movies where the hero sprays bullets everywhere and never hits a teammate. D&D isn't that forgiving. Conjure Barrage will tag your pals if they're in the wrong spot. Good news: the rules give you several outs, creative angles, vertical spacing, and even tactical sacrifices. Coming up, I'll lay out those options in plain English so you can unleash your inner action hero without turning your cleric into Swiss cheese.

How Conjure Barrage Works in D&D 5e

We've all seen action movies where the hero sprays bullets everywhere and never hits a teammate. D&D isn't that forgiving. Conjure Barrage will tag your pals if they're in the wrong spot. Good news: the rules give you several outs, creative angles, vertical…

Into the Shadows: The Potion of Invisibility in 5e

Welcome to our look at one of the most mysterious and thrilling items in all of Dungeons and Dragons, the Potion of Invisibility. I’m glad you’re here because this isn’t just about learning rules or tossing around ideas. This blog post is about…

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Necrotic Flesh Color Primer Spray Paint – 400ml Acrylic Undercoat for Miniature Painting – Perfect for Plastic Models

UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY - Elevate your miniature painting game with our Necrotic Flesh Color Primer Spray Paint, designed specifically for hobbyists and gamers who demand the best…

Your Guide to Becoming a Strixhaven Initiate in D&D 5E Introduction Hey there! Welcome to our new blog post. If you’ve been playing Dungeons & Dragons, or even if you’ve just started, you’ve probably noticed there are many fun ways to build your character. Some people like using swords. Others like casting spells. But what if you want to do both? That’s where Strixhaven Initiate comes in. This special feature, called a 

Your Guide to Becoming a Strixhaven Initiate in D&D 5E

Introduction Hey there! Welcome to our new blog post. If you’ve been playing Dungeons & Dragons, or even if you’ve just started, you’ve probably noticed there are many fun ways to build your character. Some people like using swords. Others…

Discovering the Undercommon Language in Dungeons & Dragons Today, we’re exploring something not many people talk about in Dungeons & Dragons Undercommon. It’s the secret language used by creatures in the Underdark, a dark and dangerous world beneath the surface. Even though it’s not well-known, it’s super useful for trading and communicating down there! Today, we're dipping into something that doesn't usually get much attention in Dungeons & Dragons, but it can seriously change how your game grows.

Discovering the Undercommon Language in Dungeons & Dragons

Today, we’re exploring something not many people talk about in Dungeons & Dragons Undercommon. It’s the secret language used by creatures in the Underdark, a dark and dangerous world beneath the surface. Even though it’s not well-known,…

Roaring Adventure with the Green Dragon Hey everyone, welcome! It’s really nice to have you all here. Today, we’re going to talk about something pretty special: the Ancient Green Dragon in Dungeons & Dragons. This dragon is big, but it’s also very smart and sneaky. It can talk to you, it can trick you, and it can make you feel nervous even if you can’t see it right away.

Roaring Adventure with the Green Dragon

Hey everyone, welcome! It’s really nice to have you all here. Today, we’re going to talk about something pretty special: the Ancient Green Dragon in Dungeons & Dragons. This dragon is big, but it’s also very smart and sneaky. It can talk to you, it can trick…