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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
History books are filled with tales of heroic and inspiring men...but what about the women who helped shape our stories and legends? Some names have survived the ages-- the Amazons, Joan of Arc, Mulan, Boudicca-- but there are many that you may not have heard of. Things like comic books and Disney movies will feature… Continue reading Warrior Women of Lore
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
Welcome to our first "Behind the Screen" interview, featuring the Scribbler behind The Dirigible of Dreams, Alice Platander (@alizarinessence)! What first inspired you to play DnD or other RPGs? Actually, I'm not sure of when or where I heard about DnD, but I actually got into it about a year and a half ago… Continue reading Behind The Screen: Getting to know Alizarinessence!
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
"Abominable! Can you believe that? Do I look abominable to you? Why can't they call me the Adorable Snowman or...or the Agreeable Snowman, for crying out loud? I'm a nice guy!" ~ The Yeti, Monsters Inc. Historically thought to be fearsome, dangerous, and well...abominable, the Yeti is one of the more misinterpreted creatures of folklore.… Continue reading “Welcome to the Himalayas!”: Discovering the Abominable Snowman
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!
You've done your worldbuilding, whipped up the perfect antagonist, and helped your players through their backstory elements...now you're a week away from your session and you have to determine what is, to some, the most crucial part of any D&D game: The Story Hook! Having compelling Story Hooks is key for campaigns and one-shots alike.… Continue reading 5 Things To Remember When Crafting RPG Story Hooks