Adventurers Wanted
Hey Scribblers! Just a quick update to tell you about the new D&D for Kids Resources page!! We now have a consolidated location for the Scriv's Scribbler's Character Sheets and the brand-new guide for the D&D Storytelling Workshop that started it all! Follow the link in The Library, or check it out here! In other… Continue reading Update Time: D&D for Kids Resources!
It's no secret (or surprise) that D&D is bigger now than it has ever been, reaching wider and more diverse audiences than ever before. Each week it seems as though I'm getting a new message from families who want to start playing this much loved pastime as a way to rekindle the joys of older… Continue reading D&D Workshops: Activities for Young Players
Ah yes, the One-Shot. The timed adventure that can so easily spiral into a second, third, sometimes even fourth session...or a new campaign all together! Now, my aversion to Railroading in D&D is pretty obvious, but even I must admit that there are times where you do want a bit more structure in your gameplay.… Continue reading Off the Tracks: Preserving Player Agency in a Timed Adventure
To introduce this topic, I'd like to first share the overview for Dungeons and Dragons from the Wizards of the Coast website: "The first Dungeons & Dragons game was played back when Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson chose to personalize the massive battles of their fantasy wargames with the exploits of individual heroes. This inspiration became the… Continue reading More than Fantasy: Going Beyond Genres
Hey Scribblers! If you haven't seen it yet on my Twitter feed, I'm going to be releasing one of the two Scene-By-Scene Adventures once we hit 250 followers...and it'll be free for the first 24hrs! This adventure is titled "Sing No More"...a bank heist murder mystery created by the young DMs in our D&D Storytelling… Continue reading Sing No More: A Sneak Peek
Introducing the second half of the Heroes of Iyastera! While both adventuring parties began in the same village of Garran, they have already begun to explore different timelines and find a story all their own! You've met Group One, now here are the adventurers of Group Two! Iaw, the Tiefling Sorcerer: One of the few… Continue reading Heroes of Iyastera: Group Two Introductions
One of my favorite things about writing a D&D adventure is the opportunity to create a plethora of NPCs for my players to interact with. They are the primary conduit for helping the party learn about the world around them and communicate vital story elements. NPCs are also a fantastic tool for introducing players (young… Continue reading Creating Diverse NPCs
“It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.” J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring A couple of months ago, two parties gathered to embark on a new adventure: children and their… Continue reading Heroes of Iyastera: Group One Introductions
DISCLAIMER: I am not partnered with or sponsored by All Rolled Up. This is just a shout out to the people who make some awesome products! I've never been the type to drool over jewelry or most fashion accessories (RPG, video game, and Studio Ghibli merch don't count, right??). No, the things that really grab… Continue reading All Rolled Up UK
Hey Scribblers! Time for another Update Post-- Holiday Edition! It's been quite an exciting year, full of new opportunities, new friends and long-time companions, and always thrilling adventures! It's that time of year to reflect upon the months past and think ahead for the future...so here are some things to look forward to for the… Continue reading Update Time: Holiday Edition!