Dungeons and Dragons

How Reading Books and Watching Old Movies Can Make You a Better Game Master

Want to level up as a Game Master? Discover how books, old movies, and classic storytelling structures can inspire better worlds, richer characters, and unforgettable campaigns.

Why Balanced Dice Matter in Dungeons & Dragons (and Every TTRPG)

Not all dice are created equal. In Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop RPGs, balanced dice ensure fairness and fun. This guide explores how imbalance happens, how to test your gaming dice, an...

How to Be a Better GM: Lessons from a High School English Teacher

As the title may suggest, I'm a high school English teacher who also happens to GM a weekly D&D game. Unfortunately for me, I'm friends with the nerds who run Ebonwood and have been coerced int...

What Is a Daggerheart Dice Set?

What Is a Daggerheart Dice Set? If you've been exploring the world of tabletop roleplaying games, you may have heard the buzz around Daggerheart—a brand-new fantasy RPG system from Darrington Press...

What is Daggerheart? A Beginner’s Guide to Critical Role’s New TTRPG

Daggerheart is a brand-new tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) developed by Darrington Press, the publishing arm of Critical Role. Officially revealed in 2023 and now rolling out in 2025, Daggerhear...

How Polyhedral Dice Are Made: Sharp vs. Rounded Edges

Learn how polyhedral dice are made—exploring the differences between sharp-edged resin dice and rounded acrylic sets. Which is better for your game?

What Are Hit Dice in DnD?

Hit dice are essential for surviving between battles in Dungeons & Dragons. Learn what hit dice are, how they work, and how to use them effectively during short rests.

What Are the Different DnD Dice Used For?

If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons (DnD), the variety of dice can seem overwhelming at first. D4? D20? D%? What does it all mean? In this guide, we’ll answer the question: What are the differe...

What Dice Do You Need for DnD?

If you're new to Dungeons & Dragons (DnD), one of the first things you’ll need to start playing is a set of dice. But with all the different shapes and names, it’s easy to wonder: What dice do ...

How Many Dice Are in a DnD Set?

If you're just getting started with Dungeons & Dragons (DnD), one of the first questions you'll run into is simple: How many dice are in a DnD set? The short answer: A standard DnD set includes...