Eric Heim's Blog, page 8
March 2, 2025
What is Index Card RPG
The Index card RPG (ICRPG) system is a streamlined gameplay of DnD that tabletop fans can use for many other games. It allows for simple character creation, movement, combat, or…
The post What is Index Card RPG appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 26, 2025
What is Dice Fudging, and When to Use It?
Dice fudging in DnD and, generally, has been a controversial topic since the dawn of time. Well, since the dawn of dice-based board games. In short, it describes when someone…
The post What is Dice Fudging, and When to Use It? appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 23, 2025
Call of Cthulhu RPG Review
The Call of Cthulhu RPG is designed to be a simple introduction to the H.P. Lovecraft-inspired tabletop role-playing system’s sometimes opaque and complex ruleset, and Chaosium is releasing an updated…
The post Call of Cthulhu RPG Review appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 22, 2025
D&D in Urban Settings
When working creatively, it’s common to pull inspiration from the world around you. After all, that reality is what we know best. It can be observed on a daily basis,…
The post D&D in Urban Settings appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 19, 2025
What Is Metagaming?
Metagaming in D&D: What it is, why players do it, and how to handle it. Learn the risks, types, and ways to keep your game fair and fun.
The post What Is Metagaming? appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 16, 2025
Best Video Games like Dungeons & Dragons (D&D)
No other tabletop roleplaying game has brought as much amusement, stress, humor, and amazing tales as D&D. This 50-year-old game has entrapped generations into its mystic world of power and…
The post Best Video Games like Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 15, 2025
How to Play Tortle in D&D 5e
The Tortle D&D race offers players a unique character option inspired by humanoid turtles. With a base armor class of 17 and capabilities for unarmed strikes, Tortles excel as strong barbarians or paladins. They embody a lawful good alignment, emphasizing order, and have a spiritual connection to nature. An ideal build features a Tortle Barbarian like Grok, who balances a tough exterior with a gentle, poetic nature.
The post How to Play Tortle in D&D 5e appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 14, 2025
Dungeons & Dragons Series Coming to Netflix
Dungeons & Dragons Netflix series? Explore what to expect from the Forgotten Realms live-action series, its creators, and dream casting.
The post Dungeons & Dragons Series Coming to Netflix appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 12, 2025
Proper Manners for a New D&D Player
Good manners make great games! Learn how to be a respectful, attentive, and fair TTRPG player with these tips for better group play.
The post Proper Manners for a New D&D Player appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
February 9, 2025
Cyberpunk Red TTRPG Review
Anyone who has seen Blade Runner or read anything by William Gibson knows that the Cyberpunk setting has been pushing boundaries and conjuring up new ideas for over three decades.…
The post Cyberpunk Red TTRPG Review appeared first on Advanced RPGs.
