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We publish adventures for use with classic-style fantasy role-playing games.


Origins of the Drow in Dungeons & Dragons
This article explores the original sources that inspired one of the game's greatest antiheroes.

R. Nelson Bailey
Nov 30, 201917 min read


The Making of a Module: DD2 Dungeons of the Dread Wyrm
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.

R. Nelson Bailey
Oct 27, 20192 min read


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

R. Nelson Bailey
Oct 19, 20192 min read


The Mystery of the Missing Fiend Folio Cover
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).

R. Nelson Bailey
May 19, 20192 min read


Lolth vs the Renegade Drow
This essay takes a look at the role of the Demon Queen of Spiders, Lolth, and the rival god-worshiping drow villains in the classic D&D "Dro

R. Nelson Bailey
Apr 20, 20196 min read


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

R. Nelson Bailey
Apr 10, 201914 min read
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