CHAINMAIL: 03.10.2023

Tucker's Kobolds - Dragon Magazine 127

Written by Roger E. Moore in 1987, "Tucker's Kobolds" have become infamous amongst DMs in the D&D community. The article explores a hilarious example of how weak enemies can remain a threat even at higher levels of play. Give it a read and learn how to make kobolds terrifying.

There's more than one way to use the number that comes up on a dice roll. This video breaks down those other ways. Add it to your DM tool belt. It'll make your games that much better.

The War of Art

Are you paralyzed with fear? That's a good sign...
Remember our rule of thumb: The more scared we are of a work or calling, the more sure we can be that we have to do it.

From time to time I'm going to drop resources in this newsletter that have less to do specifically with D&D, and more to do with the creative process as a whole. The War of Art is one of those resources. This book changed my life. No, seriously. If you feel like something is conspiring against your creative endeavors, that's because it's true. It's called "resistance". Let Steven Pressfield explain how to conquer it.

It's also not a long read, so no excuses.

I hope these resources inspire you! See you next week.