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Animate Objects Offense and Defense Calculator

Calculators so you can tweak the stats for the number AC, HP, attack, and damage of the object classes in the Animate Objects spell. Results will show the balance of the object classes in terms of damage output, as well as how many turns the object(s) are expected to last against a standard CR9 f...

Podcast with Matthew Perkins: Familiars

Hi folks!

Coming to you today with something special. I sat down with DM Matthew Perkins to talk about familiars in 5th Edition D&D. Matt was kind enough to edit it for us.

Be sure to go check out Matt's channel on YouTube. He's awesome and deserves more followers. Like, comment, ...

Light and Vision Tables

Some confusion is understandable when managing dark environments in 5th Edition D&D. There's a few different rules you need to put together, and your roll can be affected differently depending on whether you're trying to see or attacking. Plus, it may not be the same for each player!

In...

Resting Rules Rewritten

Resting

Heroic though they might be, adventurers can't spend every moment in the thick of exploration, social interaction, and combat. They need rest — time to sleep and eat, tend their wounds, refresh their minds and spirits for spellcasting, and brace themselves for further adventure....

Proficiency Scaling: Rogue

Since Phantom Rogue's Wails from the Grave feature uses proficiency scaling, and Rogues get an extra ASI at level 10, I ran a chart just for them. 

Read the full article with the original chart here: https://t...

D&D's Latest Tech: Proficiency Scaling

Draconic Bloodline Sorcerer Spells

A supplement for the Draconic Bloodline Sorcerer that adds new spells based on the type of dragon you choose.

50% OFF Discount Code for Mythic Classes of the Odyssey

This code is good for a few months, so grab it now before you forget!

EDIT: For some reason, Patreon/DMsGuild is eating the portion of the link that gives the discount code. If you're having issues, here's the full URL for the discount:

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Cost of a Long Rest

A calculator that automatically adds the cost of lodging and meals based on how long of a rest you are taking.

Thanks to Twitter user @brian45tanner for the idea of tying rest benefits to lifestyle cost.

Expert Characters (Fixing a 5e Skill Issue)

5th Edition D&D has a skill problem. It lies in a feature called expertise.

Expertise allows you to add your proficiency bonus twice when using a skill:

The expertise mechanic is fine. The problem is that only Rogues and Bards get expertise. On the surface, this makes sense becaus...

Greek Subclasses Playtest

In anticipation of the upcoming D&D/Magic: the Gathering book, Mythic Odysseys of Theros, I prepared a supplement that I'll be releasing around the time the book comes out. Since the hardback doesn't release until June 2, 2020, I'm releasing the materials two months early for playtesting. I w...

D&D Tattoo Chart

Here's a google sheets page containing the information on tattoo options which you can customize to your own table. Feel free to add new tattoos or add columns for things like prices! Just go to "file > make a copy" to duplicate for editing.

D&D Tattoo Menu (Unearthed Arcana)

A quick at-a-glance summary of the new options in the March 26, 2020 Unearthed Arcana.

The new Magnify Gravity spell is BONKERS!

I was checking out the new Explorer's Guide to Wildemount when I came across an absolute gem: Magnify Gravity.

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Sandshifter (Sorcerer)

Here's the PDF for the Sandshifter, a sorcerous origin tied to the Elemental Plane of Earth.

Time Domain (Cleric) Build Notes

Build notes for the Time Domain Cleric.

Time Domain (Cleric)

Here's the PDF for the Time Domain Cleric, a subclass I made because I really wanted to make a d12 mechanic based around clocks. Time was a great fit for the Cleric subclass because I've really wanted to make a Cleric, but it's hard finding a niche with FOURTEEN published subclasses!

Circle of Spirits (Druid) Build Notes

There's no telling when inspiration will strike. I was recently watching the Indiana Jones trilogy (don't tell me otherwise) for the millionth time, when I was struck with an idea for a new subclass.

You know that scene at the end of Raiders of the Lost Ark where the nazis open the...

Circle of Spirits (Druid)

Here's the PDF for the Circle of Spirits Druid, a subclass based around that one scene at the end of Raiders of the Lost Ark where the nazis open the Ark of the Covenant and summarily melt their own faces/explode.

Path of the Impaler (Barbarian) PDF

Here is the PDF link to the Path of the Impaler Barbarian.

The Impaler (Barbarian)

A Barbarian subclass for 5th Edition D&D based on Vlad Tepes AKA Vlad the Impaler AKA Dracula.

That Broken GWM/SS "Fix"

The most notorious feats in 5th Edition D&D are Sharpshooter (SS) and Great Weapon Master (GWM). These feats are <...

Running the Numbers on a Common Sharpshooter "Fix"

Run the numbers to compare the RAW rules for Sharpshooter (-5 attack/+10 damage) to a common fix that scales on proficiency (-P attack/+2P damage).

Sunchaser (Ranger) Release

Use this link to download the subclass for free!

AoE Spells vs. Hordes

The best way to make a spellcaster feel powerful is to throw hordes of enemies that the caster can dispatch with a single blast. The problem is that actually running this math at the table can be an absolute chore. The time gap between rolling a ton of damage dice and actually narrating what happ...

AoE Spells vs. Mobs

This is a calculator I made for an upcoming article. It helps DMs adjudicate how many creatures die when you use an area of effect spell against a mob or horde. I've preloaded it with a certain number of low-CR creatures that you might typically see in a swarm/army. However, you can check any oth...

Starting Gold Calculator

Tinker with the sheet and you can recalculate the starting gold for various classes by changing the starting equipment loadout, changing the percentage of gold against average equipment value, and change the die size. 

MAKE A COPY OF THE SHEET TO CHANGE VALUES.

Recalibrating Starting Gold

Recalculating starting gold dice to match starting equipment value.

Concentration Save Calculator

Compare the War Caster and Resilient (CON) feats with respect to which gives you a higher chance to maintain concentration on a spell.

You can input level and CON score to see what your odds of saving would be with no feat, a simple CON ASI, War Caster, Resilient (CON), and both feats.

War Caster vs. Resilient (CON)

Comparing the War Caster and Resilient (CON) feats to determine which  one gives a bigger boost to maintaining concentration on a spell.