Tag: AD&D
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GaryCon XVIII (2026) Game Report
I’m happy to report back that GaryCon XVIII was a resounding success from my perspective. This is my fourth year in attendance, joined by two members of the RPGuild (a…
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A new model for classifying RPGs and Play Styles – Part 3
Jason makes the argument that RPG group styles fit into four general categories: Fixed Plot, Living Plot, Emergent Character, and Emergent World.
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A revision of my classification of RPG Systems and Playstyles
The Mad Cleric makes a redaction and revision of his classification of RPG Systems from 7/7/2025
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A new model for classifying RPGs and Play Styles – Part 1
Part 1, in which the Mad Cleric argues for a conceptual model into which different TTRPGs and play styles fall. This week, he describes the difference between games that emphasize…
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Mastering DMing: Focus on Fun
So you want to be a Dungeon Master? Or maybe you’ve been a DM for a while and feel frustrated? Or perhaps your DMing is better than it’s ever been,…
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Designing Your Dungeon
Last week, I wrote a lengthy treatise on the history of megadungeons–and what role they might play in your current TTRPG campaign. It’s my sense that Game Masters want most…
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Adventure Review: Rise of the Blood Olms
NOTE: Spoiler warning appears further down—this section is safe for players. “CAS-2: Rise of the Blood Olms” is… As with CAS-1, Yochai states that this dungeon could be used by new…
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So what’s the deal with Shadowdark?
If you’re into TTRPGs and haven’t heard someone talk about Shadowdark… I’m guessing you either only play 5e or you’re really new to the hobby. Because honestly? I can’t go…
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Growing Beyond Gygax
When fifth edition D&D was being playtested, I started to get curious about going back to the beginning. While I enjoyed 5e, many of my fellow players hearkened back to…
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My Game Report from GaryCon XVII (2025)
Part 5 (of 5) in my series on GaryCon XVII (Part one here; part two here; part three here; part four here) My last four posts were written for folks who know little…
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What is GaryCon?
Part 4 (of 5) in my series on GaryCon XVII (Part one here; part two here; part three here) Imagine sitting down with your favorite athlete as they reminisce about playing ball…
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What is a gaming convention?
What is a gaming convention? While they vary in scope, size, and audience, it’s people getting together with new friends and old to play new games and old!
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Review: A0 – Danger at Darkshelf Quarry
When Against the Cult of the Reptile God sparked ongoing interest with two of my players in AD&D, I decided to take a whack at an ongoing campaign in that region of…
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Darlene, Greyhawk, and the Rabbit Hole
Who knew that a map could stir the imagination so much? And yet the map released in the Greyhawk setting box has been the fundamental basis for my ongoing AD&D…
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The challenge and beauty of AD&D modules
After over a year of playing Advanced Dungeons & Dragons (first edition), I’ve had some really great gaming moments. But I’ve also had to deal with reality. Eventually nostalgia wears…