Wizards of the Coast laid off a beloved community figure, D&D Beyond users flocked to the 2024 rules in big numbers, Amazon orders more Legend of Vox Machina, and Life is Strange dropped a free TTRPG.
While many people might first come to the table for the thrill of escaping reality or telling a story, they often leave with a sense of camaraderie they weren’t necessarily looking for.
The Discword TTRPG brings in the money, Chris Perkins steps back from DnD product lead position, DMG 2024 drops the 6-8 encounter day, and Dimension 20 announces a series of live shows.Â
This week, dungeon crawlers are now a dictionary phrase, 2024 DnD rules add magic item crafting, WotC seeks a product manager for IP collaboration, and Baldur's Gate 3 companions take figure form.
D&D Icons of the Realm: Baldur’s Gate 3 - Character Boxed Set contains pre-painted miniatures of Astarion, Karlach, Gale, Shadowheart, Wyll, Lae’zel, and Withers. The packaging shows that other unique characters like Minthara, Yurgir, and the Slayer of Bhaal are included.Â
Sergio is a lifelong gamer, part-time cosplay boyfriend, and on-again off-again cleric of Bahamut. That is, when he actually gets to be a D&D player. Like most forever DMs, he's constantly preparing the next session, usually in Eberron because airships. His favorite part of TTRPGs is creating a shared story, and he's always eager to discuss new ways to merge game mechanics and narrative into a unique experience.