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Roleplaying on Stage! The Twenty-Sided Tavern
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Roleplaying on Stage! The Twenty-Sided Tavern

The newest interactive theatrical adventure experience is THE TWENTY-SIDED TAVERN!

The Chicago Tribune says it’s “A new family-friendly franchise that celebrates fantasy gaming. The audience has a total blast. Clearly authentic and fun.”

As a huge roleplaying fan, it’s not surprising that I enjoy a bit of good theater. This is perfect, as my wife is a fan too. So what if, someone combined both roleplaying games and live theater entertainment? You get an unbelievable show called Twenty-Sided Tavern. What is Twenty-Sided Tavern? I’m so glad you asked!

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Big Changes coming to 5e Character Origins | One D&D
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Big Changes coming to 5e Character Origins | One D&D

Wizard’s has announced the next evolution of Dungeons and Dragons, and it isn’t a new Edition! Today we discuss the first of many pieces of playtest material for the 2024 update for the Player’s Handbook for the world’s greatest roleplaying game, Character Origins.

There are many big changes in the new Character Origins. Origins are comprised of several core aspects; Race, Background, and Language. Each of these is used to help you flesh out your character after deciding on the core class they will be.

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How to Run Monster Hordes in D&D
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How to Run Monster Hordes in D&D

Looking to overrun your characters with a nearly endless supply of an undead horde? How about pitting them against the creatures of hell flooding in through a rift? Well, today we teach you how to do just that. Join us as we share How to Run Monster Hordes in Dungeons & Dragons.

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Solasta Crown of the Magister | How does it compare to 5e Tabletop?
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Solasta Crown of the Magister | How does it compare to 5e Tabletop?

Looking to scratch that Dungeons and Dragons itch while you wait for your next session? Well, Solasta: Crown of Magister is here to relieve that uncomfortable irritation. We are going to delve into the game and how it compares to its tabletop counterpart, as well as what it doesn’t do quite well.

Solasta, what is it?

Solasta: Crown of the Magister is a tactical Turn-Based RPG developed and published by Tactical Adventures. Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location, and the verticality of the battlefield in a game that is based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. Solasta: Crown of the Magister brings back the thrill, tactics, and deep storytelling of tabletop games. As you play, you'll feel yourself reaching for your dice and miniatures. It's time to dive into the world of Solasta. Roll for initiative!

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