The Dizzy Wizard's Scrolls
Musings, rants, and revelations about tabletop RPGs beyond the 5e paradigm.
Why I Stopped Running 5e After 500 Hours
After running Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition for over 500 hours across multiple campaigns, I made the difficult decision to stop entirely. This wasn't a sudden choice, but rather the culmination of years of growing frustrations with the system's limitations...
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5 Underrated RPG Systems You Should Try
The tabletop RPG world is vast and wonderful, yet many gamers never venture beyond the most popular systems. Here are five incredible RPGs that deserve more attention, each offering unique experiences you won't find in mainstream games...
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Blades in the Dark: A Masterclass in Game Design
John Harper's Blades in the Dark isn't just another RPG—it's a revelation in game design that fundamentally changed how I think about tabletop roleplaying. From its innovative flashback mechanics to its elegant stress system, Blades offers lessons that...
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The Tyranny of the d20: Why Binary Resolution Fails
The d20's dominance in RPG mechanics is more about tradition than good design. The binary pass/fail nature of most d20 systems creates frustrating gameplay experiences and limits narrative potential. Let's explore why...
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How to Convert Your 5e Group to Other Systems
Transitioning a dedicated 5e group to try new systems can be challenging, but it's incredibly rewarding. Here's my step-by-step guide to introducing your players to the wider world of RPGs without causing a mutiny...
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Tabletop RPG designer, critic, and professional troublemaker. On a mission to help you discover systems beyond 5e.
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