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October 8, 2021

D&D Minotaur Backstory Ideas

Need some D&D minotaur backstory ideas? I’ve put together several on this page. They were all generated with LitRPG Adventures, a set of advanced RPG generators created with GPT-3 API from OpenAI. Check out the backstories below then head over to the workshop to create your own. Members also get access to our growing libary of thousands of already generated monsters, items, characters, cities, governments, and more.

D&D Minotaur Backstory Examples

Here’s some D&D minotaur backstories for y...

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Published on October 08, 2021 17:13

My D&D Random Content Generator w/GPT-3

Are you looking for a next generation D&D random content generator? Check out LitRPG Adventures today! The workshop is open and has over two dozen advanced RPG generators currently available with more to come. Additionally, members of the site get access to a plethora of already generated content. There’s literally thousands of items, backstories, towns, shops, and more. In this article, I’m going to go over some of the various generators already available and give you a sneak peek at some of th...

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Published on October 08, 2021 15:27

October 7, 2021

100 D&D Random Drug Effects

Here’s a list of 100 D&D random drug effects for your fantasy tabletop RPG. If you like what you see, head over to LitRPG Adventures to generate your own quality content. We’ve also got a library of thousands of already generated items, backstories, places, governments, and much more. Stop by today and give it a whirl. If you’re a DM, you’re going to find it very useful.

D&D Random Drug Effects

Feel free to change these as you see fit.

1) Goranza: This strange substance ia a foamy green...

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Published on October 07, 2021 13:49

Five D&D Bard Backstory Ideas

Are you looking for D&D bard backstory ideas? If so, you’ve come to the right place. On this page, I’m going to share some examples created with LitRPG Adventures workshop, a set of advanced RPG generators created with GPT-3 from OpenAI. Read these great bard backstories and feel free to use them in your tabletop campaign or head over to LitRPG Adventures to create your own backstories and a whole lot more.

D&D Bard Backstory Ideas

Here’s just a few ideas for bard backstories.

Hobert Do...
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Published on October 07, 2021 10:57

October 6, 2021

The Return of Spelljammer to D&D in 2022?

Are the rumors of new Spelljammer content true? Word is that we’ll be getting something from Spelljammer and another classic D&D world in 2022.

Hot off the wires…

During last month’s D&D Celebration, D&D lead story designer Chris Perkins shared early concept art of an upcoming alternate cover created by Hydro74, the artist whose work appears on many of the alternate covers. The artwork shows the miniature giant space hamster Boo standing in front of a stylized beholder. Boo, of course, is ...

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Published on October 06, 2021 16:11

Dungeons & Dragons Movie Delayed: Is This Good News?

Is the additional delay of the new Dungeons & Dragons movie painful but possibly good?


The Dungeons & Dragons movie’s new release date following the delay is now set for March 3, 2023, making it the second delay to hit the film since it was first announced. The first delay pushed the movie’s release from November 19, 2021, to May 27, 2022, but COVID-related issues and the uncertainty surrounding the film industry’s future forced plans to change.


Liana Ruppert at Game Informer

Here’s the thi...

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Published on October 06, 2021 14:49

D&D 5e Review Roundup: Minsc and Boo’s Journal of Villainy

Wizards of the Coast dropped a new 150+ page supplement by the designer of the original Baldur’s Gate. Minsc and Boo’s Journal of Villainy (5e) is described thusly.


From the Journal of the Legendary Ranger and his Pet Hamster


A century has passed since the Bhaalspawn fought over the legacy of their father — Bhaal, the Lord of Murder. Two heroes witnessed the epic struggle firsthand — the ranger Minsc and his faithful companion, Boo.


Minsc and Boo were able to track down old friends and hated en...


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Published on October 06, 2021 00:27

October 5, 2021

Barbarian Character Ideas and Hooks

In this article, we will…

Discuss the character building process for creating a barbarian character.Look at some of the things that work well for barbarian characters.Look at the things that don’t work well for barbarian characters.Discuss some of the hooks that can make your barbarian character more interesting to the DM.Discuss possible campaign ideas for barbarian characters.Barbarian Character Building Process

Before you build your Barbarian character, you need to ask yourself this...

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Published on October 05, 2021 20:12

D&D 5e: What is my DND background?

What is my DND background? Great question! The answer is that it’s up to you! While this can be daunting if you’re new to tabletop gaming (or even if you’ve been a gamer a while), it doesn’t need to be. There’s quite a few great online generators that will help you come up with player hooks, details, descriptions, and more. In this article, we’re going to take a look at six crucial things you need to consider when you’re starting a new D&D character. Don’t worry. We’ll be sure to give you plenty...

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Published on October 05, 2021 18:08

Why Cool Parents Play D&D With Their Kids

Are you a cool parent? These days, a question like that just might depend on what was once known as a “geeky” or “nerdy” hobby. Yes, I’m talking about Dungeons and Dragons. These days, children enjoy playing D&D with their Dads and Moms and it’s considered cool. With that in mind, we’re going to take a look at eleven reasons that playing a tabletop RPG with your children is good for them and you.

Reason #1: Time

When I was a kid, playing a tabletop RPG was an all-day affair because you nee...

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Published on October 05, 2021 15:19