In Dungeons and Dragons 5e, mystery campaigns challenge players to piece clues together to resolve a story plot. These adventures contain investigations (both the skill check and more generally) and interactions with complex NPCs. Naturally, these campaigns rely less on combat and more on puzzles, …
Building ninja characters for DnD 5e can take many different forms, from the obvious rogue to the less obvious bard. These campaigns can be filled with intrigue, espionage and mystery, sprinkled with martial arts showdowns. Therefore, creating an entire party of ninjas can offer a …
Arctic campaigns in Dungeons and Dragons 5e offer survival-style adventures full of icy wonders. Dancing lights in the night sky, reflective white snow, ice caves and mossy tundra can all be found in arctic environments. However, for the sake of capturing a northern theme, I’ll …
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 …
Did you know laser guns are actual, usable items in Dungeons and Dragons 5e? To use laser guns in Dungeons and Dragons 5e, consider the following factors: Figuring Out Alien Technology What can laser guns do? Implementing laser pistols in a story In fact, a …
Build and run a horror campaign for Dungeons and Dragons 5e or any other tabletop RPG with these storytelling elements: Include horror, tension and scares Build empathy and connection to characters Use the uncanny and unknown as a tool for fear Develop a spooky setting …
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 …
Immersive world building comes down to one goal: bring the audience into the story, especially in genres like sci fi and fantasy. This means making the audience believe your characters are inhabiting a real world. Watch this video on YouTube Consider these elements while worldbuilding …
Being as Scooby Doo villains often use the media to their favor, this trend fits with reality. Tricksters have been pulling scams since the begging of civilization. Whether they take the form of double-talking oracles or pickpocketing fortune tellers, the otherworldly seems to be an …
The basics of building a Dungeons and Dragons 5e campaign are as follows: Understand the fundamentals of storytelling, but don’t plan for a linear storyline. Lead your players with achievable goals and treasure. Input your players’ backstories into the campaign. Practice the art of improv. …