Tales and Tankards

Gather. Laugh. Roll

Tales and Tankards

Gather. Laugh. Roll

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A Haunting New Beginning

Dungeon Master
October 8, 2025

Adventurers approach the eerie Durst Manor during a Halloween-themed D&D one-shot

Every DM dreams of a seasonal adventure. This year, I finally found the perfect party to brave Death House—or as I prefer to call it, Durst Manor—and it all started with a spark of Halloween inspiration.

Campaigns, D&D, Death House, DM Diaries, DM's Corner, Dragon Heist, Running the Game

Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Monster Manual Review

Player
February 5, 2025

D&D 2024 Monster Manual cover

Our review of the D&D 2024 Monster Manual explores the new bestiary, updated classics and how this edition supports DMs of all experience levels.

DM Resources, Reviews, Tools & Resources

Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide Review

Dungeon Master
October 23, 2024

D&D 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide cover

Our review of the 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide breaks down what’s new, what works, and how this edition helps both new and experienced DMs run better stories.

DM Resources, DM's Corner, Reviews, Tools & Resources

Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Player’s Handbook Review

Player
September 11, 2024

D&D 2024 Player’s Handbook cover

Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Player’s Handbook Review

DM Resources, DM's Corner, Reviews, Tools & Resources