Of late, the Beloved Imperatrix tolerates much mischief and merriment in her court—a nod, perhaps, to the elf nation’s relation to the frivolity of the fey. So, it’s no surprise that among the most familiar faces at the Movable Feast these days are a clown soldier, a prized winemaker, and a philanderer of the forest. […]
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Let’s face it: sometimes you need a tank and you just don’t have one in the party. Whether you’re looking to hire a few meat shields or trying to ensure that you have a vital role covered in a smaller-than-average party, hirelings are a way to shore things up a bit. Hirelings are designed to
Hirelings in Peril: An Option for Your Fifth Edition D&D Game Read More »
It is that time again—time for another Kobold Press contest! And this time, we’re focusing on the latest edition of D&D. Using rules for the 5th edition of D&D, design a monster of any kind and send it to us for judging. The maximum length for entries is 600 words, and entries must be submitted on or
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That strongbox in the alchemist’s quarters is truly enticing. What’s in it? You can roll randomly for a result below, or use the handy number provided with each entry to figure out your result on a d12. You can also pick the one that works for the area in which your characters currently linger.
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Strength of Scale and Spear! The lizardfolk are an ancient people with a storied past and traditions untroubled by the passage of time. Their strength is hidden, their teeth and claws sheathed until the moment is right. Advanced Races: Lizardfolk is your essential guide to this ancient race of brutal warriors and cunning witches. Their mastery
Advanced Races: Lizardfolk Available Now for Pathfinder RPG Read More »
From the first time I sat down to play Dungeons & Dragons, I knew my love of the game would always stem from the roleplaying aspect, from the quirky dialogues to the less-than-stellar Stealth checks through an unsuspecting NPC’s home. For some, D&D is less about combat and more about what ridiculous fun or laughter
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Sometimes hacking and blasting a monster to pieces is unavoidable. If you have too much of this sort of thing, though, players can get caught in a rut; every challenge becomes a combat and they miss out on the fun of…not murdering things for loot. Kill him or help him, today’s Prepared! scene brings you
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Priceless is really just another word for extraordinarily valuable. If someone ever tries to tell you that money is no object, use the following table to add a little variety to your loot or let it serve as inspiration for a story hook. The value of the items can vary at the GM’s discretion but
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Editor’s note: The Southlands Kickstarter has ended and the team at Kobold Press is working hard to deliver the core setting book, the standalone bestiary, and the many additional rewards that our generous backers have unlocked. In the meantime, we invite you to enjoy periodic sneak peeks of Southlands’ content. This time, we provide a
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The Scorpion’s Sting! Demon Cults 3: The Cult of Selket compatible with Pathfinder RPG is available at DriveThruRPG and Paizo.com. The City of Scorpions lies ruined and forgotten in the burning wastes, its goddess Selket forsaken by civilized people. But “she who closes the throat” is still feared and revered by those who lead their lives
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Goblins end up with all sorts of random things, and some of them show up around their necks. You can roll randomly for a result below, or use the handy number provided with each entry to figure out your result on a d12. You can also pick the one that works for the area in
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For every successfully enchanted sword, there are a score of fizzled failures. A ring of great power must have unimpressive cousins—better suited to a smelter than a hero’s finger. Sometimes your adventurers deserve a reward that is heavily flavored but lightly powered. Today, Prepared! brings you two items from the catalogue of not-quite-right magical treasures
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Every season brings a fresh round of disputes the Imperial Court must entertain. Feel free to use them as scenarios for roleplaying-focused sessions or as seeds for adventures across the Grand Duchy. Here, then, are the petitions large and small brought to our Beloved Imperatrix, Regia Moonthorn Kalthania-Reln van Dorig. Rings to Rule Them All
The Grand Duchy: Intrigues from the Current Season at Court Read More »
Jala and her people live on the Five-and-One Islands. They are a proud race of raiders who have mastered the art of building magical ships from the reefs that surround and protect their islands. This has been the way of her people for the last two hundred years. But things are about to change. King
Book Review: Jala’s Mask by Mike and Rachel Grinti Read More »
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What could be more innocuous and innocent than a child’s rattle? Well, it depends on the rattle and the child. You can roll randomly for a result below, or use the handy number provided with each entry to figure out your result on a d12. You can also pick the one that works for the
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