Running a Dark Fantasy Campaign – Defining the “Dark”

Running a Dark Fantasy Campaign – Defining the “Dark”

Welcome to the first of five blog posts dedicated to running your tabletop roleplaying games such as 5e within the iconic and deeply atmospheric worlds of dark fantasy. The idea of incorporating dark fantasy elements into your next (or first!) campaign may be naught...
The History of Halflings in a Realm of Giants

The History of Halflings in a Realm of Giants

In a grim world of fallen gods and fading hope, a halfling is a rare candle of good cheer. Not known for their might or ferocity, they are heroes of a different sort, quietly enduring and taking the best from every situation. Known for their food, scholarly pursuit,...
Navigating the Labyrinth – Environmental 5e Combat

Navigating the Labyrinth – Environmental 5e Combat

Here we are, at the final session of our series on using Classical mythology to strengthen your TTRPG encounters. From subconscious expectations inherited from ancient narrative conventions, to dynamic changes during combat, to the dramatic tension of narrowly...
For the Love of Adventure – A Valentine’s 5e Adventure

For the Love of Adventure – A Valentine’s 5e Adventure

5th Edition Game Masters looking to add a little adventure for date night this Valentine’s Day need only draw inspiration from the romantic tales made famous by the Brothers Grimm. Love stories come in all forms and whether it’s a duet-style adventure with one GM and...
Solving the Mystery – How to Run Mysteries in 5e

Solving the Mystery – How to Run Mysteries in 5e

During Episode 2 of Fables: Citadel of the Unseen Sun, the party must spend a night in an Ostoyan keep with a small group of knights. The keep is locked, the night is long, and one of the knights is a vampire. The party must determine who it is, lest they be picked...