10/10/2025 The Shadowdark RPG wears its old-school roots proudly. Torches burn out after an hour, hit points are precious, and death lurks behind every flickering shadow. But… Read more “Translating OSR Elements: What Shadowdark Keeps, What It Fixes”
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Running Deadly Dungeons: How to Marshal Threats and Tension
09/19/2025 The Role of the GM in Deadly PlayDungeons should feel like more than just a collection of rooms and monsters. When players enter a dangerous delve,… Read more “Running Deadly Dungeons: How to Marshal Threats and Tension”
Shadowdark: Engaging Overland Travel Techniques
07/25/2025 In many fantasy tabletop RPGs, the most exciting parts of the game happen in dungeons, boss fights, or bustling cities. But what about the spaces between… Read more “Shadowdark: Engaging Overland Travel Techniques”
Why Shadowdark Is Drawing So Many Adventurers
06/27/2025 The tabletop RPG scene is no stranger to change. For decades, systems have come and gone, each offering a new take on fantasy storytelling. But in… Read more “Why Shadowdark Is Drawing So Many Adventurers”
Top 8 Tabletop RPGs You Should Try That Are Not D&D
02/14/2025 While Dungeons & Dragons is the most well-known tabletop RPG, it’s far from the only option. Many other games offer unique mechanics, settings, and playstyles that… Read more “Top 8 Tabletop RPGs You Should Try That Are Not D&D”
Using d666 Tables for RPG Encounter Generation
10/30/2024 I released Episode #3 on my YouTube channel today. This episode explains how to use a random table to generate an encounter that can be dropped… Read more “Using d666 Tables for RPG Encounter Generation”
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