Since its creation, Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) has been dogged by controversy. As the game reached broader audiences, those on the inside—the players—have often found themselves at odds with outsiders who do not play the game. Glimpsing into this seemingly strange world, some of them see D&D as a repository of ideas that glorify societal ills. One notable artifact of the 1980s-era D&D moral panic was Dark Dungeons, published by Chick Publications.

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.

People play Dungeons & Dragons and other RPGs to have fun, but sometimes — usually in stressful situations — emotions can run high. Players may say and do things around the gaming table that are not in the spirit of camaraderie. This can quickly shift the tone of the game from “fun” to “not fun.”

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 offers suggestions and tips for Dungeon Masters who are starting a new campaign for their D&D gaming group.

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