This article explores the original sources that inspired one of the game's greatest antiheroes.

The inspiration for the module DUNGEON DELVE #2: Dungeons of the Dread Wyrm was simple: I wanted to craft a dragon adversary that was both challenging and unforgettable. In earlier editions of the game, this was no easy feat. Dragons were, frankly, underwhelming — especially when facing high-level adventurers. A typical encounter rarely lasted beyond a few rounds.

How long does ghoul paralysis last in 1st Edition Advanced Dungeons & Dragons? That depends on which book you look at.

In 1983, TSR updated its Advanced Dungeons & Dragons hardcover books with new cover art and the iconic orange-spine design. However, they did so for only four of the five books available at the time: Monster Manual, Player’s Handbook, Dungeon Master’s Guide, and Deities & Demigods (the latter of which was retitled Legends & Lore).

This essay examines the role of the Demon Queen of Spiders, Lolth, and the rival god-worshiping drow villains in the classic Advanced Dungeons & Dragons "Drow" module series.

This article takes an in-depth look at the attributes and resistances of undead in the 1st edition Advanced Dungeons & Dragons game.