The kobold judges are readying themselves to start peering with glee at the art that we have received for the Kobold Artistry contest. In the meantime, we want to thank all those who submitted for their entries. We’ll start showcasing the pieces that cause our esteemed judges to grin most happily this month, and we […]
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“You hold in your hands a cut ruby as large as your clenched fist. The light shines on its surface, reflecting your face like a beautiful yet fractured mirror. Beams refract through its structure, causing it to seem to glow in your grasp, and it possesses an unexpected weight. Even in a gem of this
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Curses! Those dirty gnomes have staged their annual raid on our vaults, this time through a clever scheme involving ridiculous moustaches, a grappling hook, twenty pounds of cheese, and a windmill. While our kobold guards are off chasing the culprits, you can sneak in and download a FREE issue of Kobold Quarterly magazine. Go to
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This statuesque giant has tan skin. Its hair is braided into a ponytail, and jewelry made of bone adorns it. Ossein giants are sometimes referred to as bone giants. By using their mental abilities, these giants can manipulate their own body structure. When threatened, they use the ossify skin ability, but they find it much
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(Also Titled: The Ongoing Diary of Thppgrg, Goblin Minion) Dear Diary, Just got a new gig as a low-level dungeon guard for Dark Lord Torkelheim, which is all but guaranteed to end in tragedy. This will be my account of how I get killed by adventurers, by the spells of adventurers and/or my own boss,
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Kobold Quarterly #19 (which is still available if you want a copy!) presented an all new racial theme, which allowed PCs to take on the role of a legendary werewolf. The theme gives you a range of optional powers to choose from throughout the heroic tier. For those who want to focus more on a
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When Zubana made to leave the city of Lamakan, pursued by the sultan’s assassins, she thought back to the words spoken to her by the Witch of Nibraq. Because Zubana had lied to her, the witch replied with an evil truth: “The gods decree that Zubana shall lie dismembered on a street in Lamakan.” Zubana
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The Liber Libri Delapsus Angelus, or Codex of Fallen Angels, is a book that was created to document the true names of all angels who were banished from Heaven during the Great Revolt. According to lore about this tome, fueled by rage and blood lust, the angels’ rebellion brought Heaven to the brink of a massive devil
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Today the brand new expanded edition of the Zobeck Gazetteer is out for the Pathfinder Roleplaying Game! This invaluable reference for the Free City includes material collected from dozens of sources as well as all-new content that you’ve never seen before. Originally created by Wolfgang Baur for his own home D&D campaign and built out
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The greatest of the ooze magicians transform themselves into vast and horrible slimes and jellies. They do this to destroy their foes and commune with dark, unknowable intelligences deep within the earth. Here are two spells of great horror and power for your reading pleasure. Ooze shape III is a bonus spell for the ooze
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Fadin expertly judged the color of the steel as its hue gradually shifted from deep red, to orange, and then to a pale yellow in his forge. At a precisely timed moment, he removed it with a set of tongs and brought it over to his anvil. He nodded to his apprentice, who generously showered
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Master Pett’s Your Whispering Homunculus presents only the finest in British gaming. Indeed, you are not likely to find a more comprehensive assortment of miscellany anywhere. (So much more than just another bloke in a dress.) [previously] “…fly into the marketplace, Titus, and listen. Simply listen. Or you will be punished for extreme naughtiness!” “Snotling, are
Your Whispering Homunculus—100 Endings of Conversations Read More »
It was a requirement of the art contract for Kobold Quarterly #20 that the art be created to some rock music and that there be video evidence. Long time KQ cover designer Richard Clark did not disappoint! (Check it out after the jump or click here.) Are you an artist? Do you want to show
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Got Questions About RPG Design? Wolfgang Baur, Monte Cook, Ed Greenwood, Mike Stackpole, and other industry veterans have the answers you asked for…and the advice you need! The Complete Kobold Guide to Game Design offers 240 pages of in-depth essays on what makes RPGs tick. Get time-tested advice from the top designers in the industry. This
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In part 2 of Truename Rituals, David provides us with more rituals to use in our games. These rituals require the use of the Truename Divination ritual he presented in part 1. Affirmation of Vitality Level: 20; Component Cost: Special Category: Truename; Market Price: 35,000 gp Time: Standard Action; Key Skill: Arcana Duration: Instantaneous Prerequisite:
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In Kobold Quarterly issue #20, you’ll find quite a bit of archery-based fun awaiting you. One of the articles, “The Elven Archer” by John E. Ling, Jr., provides you with a Pathfinder-based archer. We’re going to take a look at both a player’s point of view for the class, as well as a GM’s take
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