Hit points (HP) are a central mechanic in Dungeons and Dragons fifth edition (D&D 5e). They determine your character’s mental and physical durability. That’s why it’s crucial to understand how hit points work. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of HP in D&D, including what they are, how you can calculate them, and how…
Many factors can go into Armor Class. It can be incredibly complicated for some characters, incorporating class, race, and other features on top of your type of armor. For others, it can be as simple as 10 + Dex modifier. Armor Class is important in combat because it determines whether you succeed or fail in…
Passive Perception is a valuable tool for Players and DMs alike. It allows you to make Perception checks without the need for Players to roll it every time. Officially, passive Perception is called passive Wisdom (Perception) in books like The Player’s Handbook. The Player’s Handbook also talks about passive checks (p. 175) though only ever…
Welcome to this guide on rolling stats for D&D 5e! Whether you’re a veteran player looking to shake things up or a newcomer trying to figure out where to start, this guide covers you. I’ll explain everything you’d want to know before you start rolling and how to roll for your character’s Ability Scores. If…
In this guide, I’ll show you how to calculate Challenge Rating (CR) in Dungeons & Dragons 5e. CR is a tool used to determine the difficulty of an encounter. A proper CR helps make the combat more balanced and exciting We’ll explore how to determine and adjust the CR of an encounter. Understanding CR is…
Multiclassing your monk in DnD can be a bit of a difficult call. In a nutshell, monks work best as a bonafide 100% monky monk. But where is the fun in that? Using This Guide Everything in this monk multiclass DnD guide has an emoji, ranking how useful or fun the monk multiclass is. ✅…
Magic items can be found in the most unexpected places. You might be searching through a dragon’s hoard, or you may be drawn to a mysterious item that an old peddler has among his wares. Regardless of where you find them, the fact remains that some are more useful than others. As a Druid, you…
Traditionally, Druids are passive people. They are the keepers of balance and the protectors of nature. However, there comes a time when even the most peaceful among us will need to take up arms and fight. For Druids who choose the life of the adventurer, this has never been truer. In order to remain as…
“Brother Deathkrog, Sister Greenfeather, welcome welcome. My name is Farrowsee Blumblepot, the custodian of this monastery, and I bid you welcome” What Should I Name My Monk in DnD? What’s in a name? You’ve rolled your stats and built your monk. You may have even thought about which monk subclass you’ll be taking at level…
You might have built your Bard, given them a name, and planned an elaborate backstory for them, but the hard part is yet to come. You now have to choose your subclass, the path you plan to follow, and the role you want to take in the group. Bard archetypes 5e are exciting and versatile,…
Spells and cantrips are an essential part of building your Bard. You’ll want a solid set of spells behind you for heading out on adventures, and the fact that you need to learn them as opposed to preparing them each day means you have to be extra careful. The good news is that you can…
The Bard is criminally underrated, and we forget just how much this incredible class has to offer. They are so often represented as the suave lover, the flirt, and while all of that can be true they are also exceptionally powerful and versatile. There’s nothing wrong with being the Jaskier of the group (a Bard…
Creating the perfect D&D character can be a tricky thing. Sometimes you need the inspiration to make that perfect character. Luckily, there are D&D tropes and character archetypes that can easily be translated into a D&D character. Today, we’re looking at the different character classes in D&D and getting inspired by looking at D&D character…
Dungeons & Dragons is all about getting lost in a fantasy world. What makes D&D so special are the characters and the stories that come from a shared imagination. Today, we’re looking at fantasy novels that have incredible characters that will inspire you to create your next unique D&D character. Hopefully, they’ll survive past the…
The Way of the Open Hand Monk subclass is technically the most vanilla of all the monk subclasses. A run-of-the-mill, straight-down-the-middle martial arts expert. Yet not boring. Perfect for those of you who have never played a Monk before in Dungeons and Dragons. It’s also the best Monk subclass that can be explored through story,…
“It’s just you and us, Monk.” The Dwarven ruffian spits as he and his band of disheveled mercenaries reach for their weapons. The monk says nothing. She pulls out an old set of dirty pan pipes and blows a low sequence of notes. Suddenly, from behind the gang, a faint tip-tapping of scurrying begins to…
The Way of the Cobalt Soul monk subclass was devised by Critical Role’s Matt Mercer for his D&D world, Exandria. Made famous by Marisha Ray’s monk character, Beauregard “Beau” Lionett. The Way of the Cobalt Soul monk subclass uses the study and knowledge of their enemy’s physical and mental abilities against them in combat. After…
First introduced in Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything, the Circle of Stars is one of my favorite Druid subclasses, and not just because it’s a powerful choice. It appeals to Druid veterans who want to create a complex build and allows those new to the class to dip their toes in and explore. The Circle of…
The Circle of Wildfire was introduced with Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything and certainly provided a whole new perspective for the Druid class. While Druids are often seen as a gentle and peaceful class, this Circle gives them the opportunity to explore who they are and how they fight their battles. Fire is not inherently destructive,…
The Circle of the Shepherd made its debut in Xanathar’s Guide to Everything, and it really takes us back to the roots of the Druid and their peaceful lifestyle. Their connection to animals and plants is what gives this Circle the nickname the Radagast Subclass, and it’s easy to see why as you delve in…
The Circle of Land is one of the original Circles introduced in the Player’s Handbook, making it a classic D&D 5e subclass. They seek to guide others towards a life of balance with nature, and are often advisors warning leaders of what angers nature. They are keepers of tradition. Land Druids are exactly what you…