Mechanics Discussion
How to Use the Help Action in D&D 5e
The Help action in D&D 5e is one of the most dynamic actions any character can use. In fact, it should be the default action […]
Month: December 2018
Dungeons and Dragons
What is Character Optimization in D&D 5e?
Last week I wrote an article about min-maxing and how it’s not nearly as damning of a playstyle as many make it out to be. […]
Monster Monday
D&D Monster Monday: Frost Giant Everlasting One
A chorus of roars echoes throughout the valley. Your blood turns to ice as you stand there petrified. Soon after, an audible crash and crunch […]
Dungeons and Dragons
How to Play D&D 5e with a Min-Maxer
Being frustrated with the group’s min-maxer is a D&D cliché that I’d put up there with not being able to find a time/group to play […]
Dungeons and Dragons
Creating a Short Adventure for D&D 5e
One-shots are an excellent choice for a small pick up game of D&D 5e. A short adventure is a subset of one-shots that last one […]
Mechanics Discussion
How to Use the Ready Action in D&D 5e
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of how combat works in D&D 5e. There are so many powerful and meaningful decisions to make […]
Monster Monday
D&D Monster Monday: Hydra
You’re making quick work of this vicious beast. Two heads down, three to go. You turn to cheer at your companions but are met by […]
Homebrew
Homebrew for Whips in D&D 5e
It’s been a while since my last homebrew post on here, so I figured for my birthday and the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate […]
News and Reviews
Beastmaster’s Daughter – D&D 5e Module Review
Beastmaster’s Daughter is a D&D 5e one-shot module written by Dave B. Stevens recommended for a party of 3-6 3rd level characters. The party responds […]