To build a unique puzzle in Dungeons and Dragons 5e, consider these tricks and fundamentals: Why a puzzle? Make the puzzle have a purpose. The 3-step solution: numbers, patterns and letters Environmental puzzles: teamwork Door puzzles: passwords and locks Puzzle dungeons: treasure for the worthy …
When creating a mystery campaign for DnD 5e, consider the following elements: Vary investigations with Charisma, Wisdom and Intelligence rolls. Use puzzles to unlock secrets, rooms and clues. Treat clues like treasure. Murder mysteries—vary NPC personalities. Ghost stories—resolve the haunting. Castle Intrigue—espionage in fancy clothes. …
Consider environmental elements, classic genre tropes and ancient mythology when building a desert campaign: What kind of desert is being used? How does the arid environment affect monster selection? Consider survival—the lost oasis hook Celestial encounters—pull inspiration from ancient mythology Run temples using a McGuffin—including …
For Dungeons and Dragons 5e, Monk Way of Shadow characters should consider: A race with a Dexterity modifier and/or special feature Learn basic monk features using a short sword Use Way of Shadows abilities to enhance subterfuge Implement higher-level monk abilities with the character’s role …
An extension rule book and story catalogue, Tome of Mysteries adds extra dimensions to Monster of the Week that enhance the game. In my opinion, the bonus playbooks, expanded Weird abilities, corrected Investigation checks and eclectic story collection make this book worthwhile. Corrected Rules Some …
For the halfling rogue mastermind build, consider the following: Halfling racial traits Fundamental rogue abilities Mastermind special abilities Implement the halfling thief trope Halflings make notoriously fun rogues, especially rogues who fall under a charismatic umbrella. It might just be me, but the Mastermind archetype …
For a DnD 5e pirate campaign, remember these elements and character/story tropes: Know the rules of Renaissance era tech Consider the world build Create story beats of revenge, treasure hunting and/or exploration The Sword Fighter Treasure Hunter Tempest Sailor Ghost Pirate A pirate campaign has …