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Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2021)

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Looking to expand our liquid core lineup of d20 dice... what do you think of green?

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New sticker on my Etsy! 🥰

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Lore: “Let’s stop trying to understand it…

…and just break it.”

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By Vinyl Idolz ( A Evil Corp ) The Joker 😳

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Life is shit, but my funko pop collection is fire

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Got my partner some more things for the Fallout collection for his birthday 💙💛

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Blade Runner: Black Lotus (2021)

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Finally... dice you can throw at your DM :) Checkout our awesome selection of squishy foam dnd dice. All colors in stock.

[demilldotart]

Shading really makes all the difference 😳

That being said, new stickers up on my Etsy to celebrate the year of the snake! 🐍

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So I was browsing my geek news this morning and saw the question "which Straw Hat is the most loyal?' and hubs and I had a discussion about it. I say Zoro - hands down...

Hear me out: Zoro was there from the beginning. He never leaves Luffy's side (unless he gets lost lol) and everything he does is to fulfill his promise to Luffy.

Of course I'm only 700 episodes in, so maybe he'll prove me wrong. But I doubt it... Zoro for life lol

What do you think? Who's the most loyal?

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“Back on Earth we call this Christmas…”

Part of our ongoing mission to make every holiday a Wholiday with our festive Doctor Who Christmas card. 

Featuring a cute, classy paper cut style Christmas tree jam packed with whovian quotes and references. 

It’s the ideal xmas gift for Doctor Who fans this holiday season!

Buy online here.

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Building a Legendary Dungeons and Dragons Campaign: A Guide to Worldbuilding and Adventure Writing

Creating a compelling and immersive world is a crucial part of playing Dungeons & Dragons. As the Dungeon Master, it's your job to bring your world to life and make it feel like a real place that your players can explore and interact with. Here are some tips for building a world that will captivate your players:

This may be quite a long list so we advise you to grab a pen and paper to jot down any information that you find relevant.

Start with a Concept

Start with a central conflict: A great way to create a compelling concept for your D&D world is to start with a central conflict. Think about the main struggle or tension that exists in your world, and how it affects different characters and factions. This conflict can be anything from a war between kingdoms to a struggle between good and evil.

Consider the scope of your world: Before you start creating your world, it's important to consider the scope of your project. Are you creating a small region or a vast continent? Are you focusing on a single city or exploring an entire world? Understanding the scope of your project can help you create a concept that is manageable and focused.

Incorporate player input: Your players are going to be the ones exploring and interacting with your world, so it's important to incorporate their input into your concept. Ask them what kind of world they want to explore and what themes and tone they are interested in. This can help you create a concept that is tailored to their interests and preferences.

Use inspiration from other media: If you're struggling to come up with a concept for your world, don't be afraid to draw inspiration from other media. Books, movies, and TV shows can provide great inspiration for your world, as can real-world history and mythology.

Focus on unique elements: Finally, when creating your concept, focus on unique elements that will set your world apart. Think about what makes your world different from other D&D settings, and incorporate those elements into your concept. This can help your world stand out and provide a fresh experience for your players.

Create A Map

Start with a basic outline: Begin by sketching a basic outline of your world. This can include continents, oceans, and major landforms.

Add details: Once you have a basic outline, start adding details such as mountain ranges, rivers, and forests. Think about how the geography of your world affects the climate and resources of each region.

Consider the cultures: Think about the different cultures and civilizations that exist in your world, and how they relate to each other. Consider their languages, religions, and customs.

Create landmarks: Create unique landmarks such as ancient ruins, magical towers, and important cities. These landmarks can serve as points of interest for your players to explore.

Add labels: Once you have created your map, add labels for different regions, cities, and landmarks. This will help your players navigate your world and understand its geography.

Populate Your World

Create different races and cultures: Populate your world with different races and cultures, each with their own unique customs, languages, and history. Think about how these races and cultures interact with each other and the impact they have on the world.

Develop unique characters: Populate your world with unique and interesting characters, both good and bad. Think about their personalities, motivations, and how they fit into the world.

Create organizations and factions: Create different organizations and factions that exist within your world, such as political parties, religious groups, and guilds. Think about their goals, methods, and how they interact with each other.

Add supernatural elements: D&D is a fantasy game, so don't be afraid to add supernatural elements to your world. This can include magic, mythical creatures, and powerful artifacts.

Create A History

Consider history and lore: Populate your world with a rich history and lore. Think about important events and figures from the past, and how they have shaped the world your players are exploring

Incorporate player backstories: Consider incorporating the backstories of your players' characters into the world. This can help make the world feel more personal and relevant to the players.

Start with a timeline: Begin by creating a timeline of major events in your world's history. Think about important battles, wars, and alliances, as well as significant cultural and technological developments.

Consider cause and effect: Think about how different events in your world's history have impacted the present. Consider cause and effect relationships, such as how a major war may have led to the rise of a new empire.

Incorporate mythology and legends: Incorporate mythical elements into your world's history. Create legends and myths that explain the origins of your world and its inhabitants.

Add complexity: Avoid creating a simple, black-and-white history for your world. Instead, add complexity and nuance by including different perspectives and motivations. This can make your world feel more realistic and interesting.

Create significant figures: Create significant figures from your world's history, such as legendary heroes, conquerors, or religious figures. Think about how their actions and beliefs have shaped your world's history.

Incorporate player backstories: Consider incorporating the backstories of your players' characters into your world's history. This can help make the world feel more personal and relevant to the players.

Use real-world history as inspiration: Draw inspiration from real-world history when creating your world's history. This can help make your world feel more grounded and believable.

Add Magic & Monsters

Create a magic system: When adding magic to your world, create a system that explains how magic works. Consider the limitations and costs of magic, and how different spells and abilities are learned and cast.

Add magical creatures: Populate your world with magical creatures such as dragons, unicorns, and griffins. Consider their origins, behavior, and how they fit into your world's ecology and mythology.

Consider the origins of magic: Think about where magic comes from in your world. Is it a natural force, or does it come from a specific deity or source?

Create magical artifacts: Create powerful magical artifacts for your players to discover and use. Consider their history, powers, and the consequences of using them.

Create magical locations: Create magical locations such as enchanted forests, ancient ruins, and hidden temples. Consider the history and purpose of these locations, and the dangers that may lurk within them.

Use existing lore and mythology: Draw inspiration from existing lore and mythology when creating magic and monsters for your world. This can help make your world feel more grounded and believable.

Write Adventures

Create clear objectives: When writing an adventure, create clear objectives for your players to achieve. Think about what the players need to do to complete the adventure and what obstacles they will face along the way.

Develop interesting NPCs: Populate your adventure with interesting non-player characters (NPCs) that your players can interact with. Consider their motivations, personalities, and how they fit into the story.

Include puzzles and challenges: Add puzzles and challenges to your adventure to keep your players engaged and interested. These can be riddles, traps, or obstacles that the players need to overcome.

Add twists and turns: Keep your players on their toes by adding unexpected twists and turns to your adventure. This can include betrayals, unexpected enemies, or sudden plot twists.

Create memorable moments: Create memorable moments that your players will remember long after the adventure is over. This can include dramatic battles, emotional scenes, or epic encounters with powerful monsters.

Consider player agency: Give your players agency in the adventure by allowing them to make meaningful choices that impact the story. This can include different paths to achieve objectives, or moral choices that impact the outcome of the adventure.

Keep it flexible: While it's important to have a clear objective for your adventure, be flexible in how the players achieve that objective. Allow the players to come up with creative solutions and don't be afraid to improvise if necessary.

Conclusion

In conclusion, worldbuilding and adventure writing are essential components of creating a memorable and engaging Dungeons and Dragons campaign. By taking the time to create a detailed world, populate it with interesting characters and creatures, and craft engaging adventures, you can create an immersive experience for your players that will keep them coming back for more.

Remember to be flexible and open to the unexpected, as player agency and creativity are key to a successful campaign. By following these tips and exploring more resources on our Tumblr blog, you can hone your skills as a Dungeon Master and create unforgettable gaming experiences.

And if you're looking for even more ways to express your love for Dungeons and Dragons, don't forget to check out our Etsy store "thatsgeeky" for a wide range of D&D-themed merch.

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