Paul Bellow's Blog, page 24
March 2, 2025
How Dungeon Masters Can Help New Players Fall in Love with D&D
Imagine this: a table full of eager faces, pencils in hand, waiting to embark on their first-ever adventure in the mystical world of Dungeons & Dragons. For newcomers, the Dungeon ... Read more
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The Best Ways to Keep Your Players on Their Toes in Every D&D Game
Imagine you’re deep in the thick of a Dungeons & Dragons session. You’ve set up your character, conjured your spells, sharpened your swords, and drawn intricate maps. But the real ... Read more
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9 Common Mistakes Dungeon Masters Make That Ruin the Fun for Players
Being a Dungeon Master is a bit like being the ultimate storyteller, puppeteer, and referee all rolled into one. It’s not an easy gig. You’re in charge of sculpting fantastical ... Read more
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The Best Homebrew and Official Content to Add to Your D&D Game in 2025
Dungeons & Dragons keeps evolving, and 2025 promises a wealth of new content that could supercharge your tabletop adventures. Imagine exploring fresh worlds, clashing with reimagined monsters, and crafting stories ... Read more
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March 1, 2025
How to Create Heroic Moments Your D&D Players Will Never Forget
Imagine a Dungeons & Dragons campaign where every player emerges not just as a character in the game but as a genuine hero of their own tale. Creating such an ... Read more
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February 28, 2025
Are Homebrew Rules Ruining Your D&D Game? Here’s What You Need to Know
Imagine this: A sprawling world of your own creation where the rules are set not just by a distant publisher but by you and your friends. Welcome to the thrilling, ... Read more
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Classic Literature as D&D Campaigns: Adventure Ideas for Dungeon Masters
Classic literature is a vast and vibrant tapestry of human imagination, providing a treasure trove of inspiration for creating unforgettable Dungeons & Dragons campaigns. From the age-old epics of Homer ... Read more
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February 27, 2025
DND Story Ideas: How to Create an Unforgettable Mystery for Your TTRPG Campaign
Mysteries have always captured the human imagination. In Dungeons & Dragons, they offer a nuanced layer of storytelling that can elevate a campaign from the mundane to the truly epic. ... Read more
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February 26, 2025
Why Do Players Overthink Everything in D&D? A Deep Dive into Analysis Paralysis
There’s a certain magic to a game like Dungeons & Dragons, a world where imagination reigns supreme and the possibilities seem endless. Yet, this limitless potential can become a double-edged ... Read more
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One D&D Subclass Changes Have Players Furious – Here’s Why
In a sweeping move likely to set tongues wagging across the realms of tabletop gaming, the One D&D 2024 Player’s Handbook has introduced a controversial change that is dividing players ... Read more
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