As much as I adore Dungeons & Dragons, I know there is a cornucopia of amazing TTRPGs out there. There are several I am desperate to play, but recently I finally got to have a shot at one. Kids on Bikes. Inspired by Stranger Things, this RPG lets you create and play as a group... Continue Reading →
Before I begin, I want to dedicate this ramble to my best friend Shiloh since today is her birthday. Hope you are having a birthday as wonderful as you, Shiloh! Looking forward to celebrating with you tomorrow! I wanted to double-check to see if anyone would be interested in reading some of the exploits from... Continue Reading →
There are many ways we can interpret the word, fantasy. For example, we can talk about how a fantastical place could glorify what reality should be or the dangers of ideal expectations. Fantasy could also be seen as taking a “wild journey” or a “hallucination” and how that can affect our psyche and well-being. Fantasy... Continue Reading →
According to my dear Dungeon Master, Thomas, I have already made a terrible mistake as a DM. I have shown weakness by admitting I'm nervous about my role. However, now with three sessions under my belt, I feel like I'm starting to get a hand on the basics. I'm no Matt Mercer or Thomas (if... Continue Reading →
Two bards and two rouges walk into a tavern. On Friday I once again took on the role of Dungeon Master. Since this was not my first rodeo I knew more or less what I was getting into. Then again it was only my second round at the rodeo so I was still nervous. This... Continue Reading →
In the world of the online D&D community, I kept hearing about one show in particular over and over again. Critical Role. Critical Role is a real play Dungeons and Dragons show streamed on Twitch every Thursday and is also available as a podcast too. The show stars voice actors Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam... Continue Reading →
After two weeks in Cornwall, yesterday I returned home and tomorrow I turn 23. I have mentioned this before but I am a really pale girl and every year I get burnt on my holiday. This year was a new record as I ended up burning myself on the first full day! I'm still suffering... Continue Reading →
Of course the day I commission an artist to draw Autumn I end up ruining her hair in the session that day. Look, she was being hunted and thought if she cut her hair short and stain it with soot it would help her escape. However, she ends up cutting her hair diagonally so it... Continue Reading →
This ramble is dedicated to my friend and fellow OWLS blogger, Crimson. I have been playing Dungeons and Dragons for eight months now and while I am no expert by any stretch of the imagination I would like to offer some advice for fresh-faced adventurers. I might write a follow up taking more in-depth of... Continue Reading →
