In tabletop RPGs, the system is a language.
Essays
Scimitar
Pronunciation may not be at the front of the player’s mind as they slash through baddies, but it can prompt some interesting discussions.
The Feels
What happens when a horror story tries to manifest in the real world?
A Brief History of Dragons
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The Process
The Rulebook Tarantella
The mind behind Unearthed Arcana stumbled on a roleplaying publishing paradox: you need rulebooks to make money, but the more rulebooks you publish, the more unwieldy your game.
Dungeons & Dragons Is a Double-Edged Sword
Dungeons & Dragons is the gateway into tabletop roleplaying, but for many players, it is also the final destination.
The Shadow of Lovecraft
It’s time to retire the word “Lovecraftian.”