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Moving your in-person game online

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In recent months, it has simply not been possible for most to run their usual table-top game in person. So your left with a couple of options, wither wait in out until you can next play again or switch to remote play online. This transition can be tricky for some, swapping miniatures and boards for […]

Posted byNathan Canwood07/07/202007/07/2020Posted inTips & AdviceTags: d&d

Running Encounters in D&d

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Calling for your players to roll initiative and begin an encounter can be one of the most hectic parts of playing Dungeons and Dragons. Without good planning and quick thinking, it’s all too easy for combat to become a complete slog.

Posted byNathan Canwood31/08/201929/08/2019Posted inTips & AdviceTags: #dnd, encounters, initiative trackerLeave a comment on Running Encounters in D&d

Taking notes between D&D sessions

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Taking notes in D&D is vital for any game with a story worth keeping track of. For players characters, it’s on a personal preference for what you jot down, but in this post, we will figure out how to keep track of your adventure from the point of view of a dungeon master.

Posted byNathan Canwood29/08/201929/08/2019Posted inTips & AdviceTags: dnd, notesLeave a comment on Taking notes between D&D sessions

Building Cities & Towns in D&D

Building an entire city town or village for your fantasy game can seem very daunting at first, but can also be one of the most fulfilling parts of your worldbuilding adventure. This is where the people of your story live and where your players will first explore. It’s where the lore and storytelling take shape […]

Posted byNathan Canwood21/08/201929/08/2019Posted inWorldbuildingTags: #cities, #dnd, #mapsLeave a comment on Building Cities & Towns in D&D

Creating a World Map for D&D

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Creating a world map can seem very daunting at first, but there are many different paths you can take depending on many factors. Before you move forward, take some time to figure out what you want from it and how much of your time and personal skill set you want to apply to it.

Posted byNathan Canwood16/08/201929/08/2019Posted inWorldbuildingTags: #dnd, #worldmapLeave a comment on Creating a World Map for D&D

Worldbuilding from beginning to end

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How to create a campaign setting for D&D and similar systems. Ever since I ran my first D&d 5e campaign I’ve aspired to create my own world with deep lore with a slew of locations and NPC’s with enough depth to withstand any adventure thrown at it. I went straight into the deep end with […]

Posted byNathan Canwood14/08/201915/08/2019Posted inWorldbuildingTags: d&d, dungeons & dragons, worldbuildingLeave a comment on Worldbuilding from beginning to end

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  • Moving your in-person game online
  • Running Encounters in D&d
  • Taking notes between D&D sessions
  • Building Cities & Towns in D&D
  • Creating a World Map for D&D
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