D&D Character Creation
How to Create Memorable NPCs for D&D
One of my favorite parts of running a D&D game is creating NPCs that feel real—characters who aren’t just static quest-givers or background filler, but who come alive and become memorable parts of your players’ journey. By definition, NPCs (non-player characters) are anyone the DM controls: allies, enemies, townsfolk, or that one rival the players…
Read MoreSelecting Your D&D Character’s Subclass
Selecting Your D&D Character’s Subclass Choosing a subclass for your D&D character is one of those moments that can really shape the rest of your game. It’s not just about adding new abilities—it’s about honing in on what kind of adventurer your character truly wants to be. I think of subclasses as a way of…
Read MoreChoosing Your D&D Character’s Class
Choosing Your D&D Character’s Class One of the most exciting parts of starting a new D&D game is figuring out your character’s class. It’s more than just picking what kind of weapon you’ll wield or which spells you’ll cast—it’s about deciding how your character approaches challenges, how they see the world, and what role they’ll play…
Read MoreCrafting Your D&D Character’s Backstory
Crafting Your D&D Character’s Backstory Creating a new D&D character is one of my favorite parts of the game. It’s a chance to bring someone to life—someone with their own past, motivations, and dreams. And for me, it all starts with the character’s backstory. I like to think of this as building a character prologue—a look…
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