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Let's write a module part 1: Introduction

Oct 20, 2019 by [ "James R. Miller" ]
Categories: rpgs Tags: 5e dnd homebrew lets-write-a_module

I recently had dinner with a good friend, who was picking my brain on how I prepare adventures for 5E. He’s a veteran player but looking to dip his toe in the GM water. That gave me an idea to write, in blog form, how I brainstorm and prepare adventures for 5E.

Learn to play DND #2: How do I start?

May 16, 2019 by [ "James R. Miller" ]
Categories: rpgs Tags: 5e dnd learn-to-play

This is the second article of several to give some help and guidance to brand-new Dungeons and Dragons players. In my opinion, nothing is easier than rounding up some friends, buying a few sets of inexpensive dice, and purchasing the 5E Starter Set for around $20.00. It provides dice, rules, characters, and a great story. The only thing it doesn’t provide are friends and a place to play. I’m going to discuss below what you need at a bare minimum to play Dungeons & Dragons, and then return to the Starter Set.

Learn to play DND #1: What is DND?

May 15, 2019 by [ "James R. Miller" ]
Categories: rpgs Tags: 5e dnd learn-to-play

This is the first article of several to give some help and guidance to brand-new Dungeons and Dragons players.

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