Sorta RPG Review: Heroes’ Feast
by If you’ve been reading the Charmstone blog for a while, you probably picked up that I love thinking about fantasy food. I’ve written on the …
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Cryptozoo: More like the Mari Lewd, am I right?
by The mood in the tavern is joyous, celebratory. Laughter and good-natured shouts echo through the rafters, mugs are filled with beer and mulled wine. Then, …
Sneak Peek of Ballyfos’ Magic Items
Just in time for the holidays, I’m extremely pleased to provide a sneak peek at something I’ve been working on. D&D 5e has extremely balanced …
Cryptozoo: Yule Cats Are Jerks
The hall is filled with laughter and the rich smells of roasted meats and freshly baked pies. A roaring fire keeps the winter cold at …
Cryptozoo: Krampus
You slither out of our bedroll and stretch, bracing against the cold morning air. You’re up first, so it’s up to you to start a …
Cryptozoo: Dire Turkey Food Fight
The table is set for an elaborate feast but the halls are quiet, eerily empty. You make your way slowly, quietly through the great hall, …
Polearmed and Dangerous
Your next 5th edition D&D character should use a polearm. I know it’s not a sexy choice, but hear me out. Despite all of the …
Cryptozoo: The Engineered Food Creature Also Gazes Into You
An alien city winds across the landscape, newly built roads and buildings spiraling out from the coastline. It looks unfinished, like these newcomers are only …
The Fun List
I first became aware of The Fun List around 2010. A friend had pulled it from a D&D blog and encouraged me to try it …