Your character’s lineage is a cornerstone of deep roleplaying, not just a mechanism for gaining some bonuses you’d like to have. Elves, dwarves, smallfolk, and the crew aren’t just humans with pointy ears or lush beards. So let’s talk about dwarves.
Howling Tower: A Study of the Dwarf Read More »
These tables help you set up weird adventures on a battlefield. Roll 3d8, one for each column, and create as many interesting encounters as you need!
Random Scenes in the Demented Monarch’s Castle Read More »
This exploration of shops found in the Labyrinth closes with a variety of smaller establishments scattered across the world between worlds. Some may last only as long as a pixie’s wingbeat, while others endure the trials and tribulations of time. Each offers unique wares and services for the discerning customer.
Planar Boutiques, part 6: a smattering of shops for your planar campaign Read More »
If you or a GM you love is planning a Halloween one-shot, we’ve got some special monstery lineages, heritages, and backgrounds you can use to fill out your party.
Spooky lineages for your Tales of the Valiant Halloween games: the Skelling Read More »
Pilgrims cross rivers and mountains, brave war zones and bandit attacks to feel the touch of the divine. See why (and how!) worshippers of the Black Goat of the Woods worm out the secrets of hidden worship centers.
Midgard Monday: Pilgrimage to the Black Goat’s Sanctums Read More »
Join us for another Scouting Party this Friday, October at 12:00 pm EST! We’re taking a behind-the-scenes look at the content inside the current Kobold Press Kickstarter, Enter the Labyrinth. This week’s episode will provide a sneak peek into the factions featured in the Labyrinth Worldbook. In this episode, we join Labyrinth Worldbook writers Wolfgang
Scouting Party: Factions of the Labyrinth Read More »
While the lore for many undead speak to a certain craving, there are few mechanical implications for their hunger. By adding game mechanics to these undead, the Tales of the Valiant framework offers more nuanced foes to challenge the players—but all the more so, to tell more interesting tales for their valiant heroes.
Hungry Undead: order out from the Ghost Kitchen Read More »
While popular medieval pastimes like jousting and archery often feature in campaign settings and adventures, other organized sports barely rate a mention. It can be a fun change of pace to get PCs involved in a game within the game!
Sporting Goods: Climb a crazy pyramid in the genie-made sport of ashjirit! Read More »
Try these new figurines of wondrous power for your Tales of the Valiant or 5E game!
New Figurines of Wondrous Power: the bone mammoth, copper camel, and sandstone crab Read More »
If you or a GM you love is planning a Halloween one-shot, we’ve got some special monstery lineages, heritages, and backgrounds you can use to fill out your party.
Spooky lineages for your Tales of the Valiant Halloween games: the Broodling Read More »
The Seat of Mavros, the god of Might and Warfare, is a powerful site of pilgrimage, tucked deep in the Western Wastelands. It offers great power and gifts to warriors, pilgrims, and supplicants strong enough to survive the War God’s tests of worthiness, including crossing the Wastes themselves.
Terrifying Temples: The Seat of Mavros Read More »
Hey there, foodie adventurers and cosmic enthusiasts! Are you ready to embark on a delectable journey through the mysterious adventures of the Labyrinth?
What’s on the menu down in the Void? Read More »
In this series, we’ll explore the potential of these archetypal wizard’s tower, playing with or defying tropes, and making them feel magical again.
You Find Yourself in a Wizard’s Tower: Towerology 101 Read More »
The multiverse is a diverse and wonderful place. Why settle for stock stone temples and vaulting churches when your holy sites can be as varied as the planes themselves?
Havens of the Holy: The House of Kindred Spirits Read More »
The Tales of the Valiant Game Master’s Guide is on sale!
Tales of the Valiant Game Master’s Guide is on sale! Read More »
Pilgrims cross rivers and mountains, brave war zones and bandit attacks to feel the touch of the divine. See why (and how!) worshippers of the war god visit the storied Seat of Mavros!
Midgard Monday: Pilgrimages of Midgard visit the Seat of Mavros Read More »
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