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AskTheDM
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A Forever DM with ~27 years experience, tellin tales together. Also loves vidya games XD
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There’s nothing quite as soul destroying as applying for a dream role, for which you have 20+ years of experience, and a relevant degree, to never hear back. And then, a month later, the same company, reposts the same role… as a paid internship… only open to actively enrolled university students…
April 11, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Running a session in #ProjectSigil comes with interesting hiccups for now, while the bugs get ironed out. But boy howdy! I sure do continue to be blown away with the visuals :D Exciting times for #dnd and @dndbeyond.com #sigilcreator
March 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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No hate for other editions; loved them too 🤣
1. AD&D (2nd Edition)
2. AD&D (2nd edition)
3. 5E D&D
4. 5E D&D
5. 5E D&D
6. 5E D&D
7. 5E D&D

1. First #ttrpg you ever played?
2. First you ever ran?
3. Played the most?
4. Run the most?
5. Favorite?
6. Most recently played?
7. Most recently run
March 13, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Something about the stone "facing" in #projectsigil 's Crude Mine assets seemed like the trunk of a large tree to me. So we made a Druid Grove council chamber for #dnd #sigilcreator #sigilmaps
March 8, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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The devs over at @dndbeyond.com's #ProjectSigil gave us new roof assets recently. So, naturally... I made some boats. #dnd #sigilcreator #sigilmaps
March 8, 2025 at 5:46 AM
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Oh man! @laidbackdm.bsky.social gave us Heroic Inspiration with this Timelapse of a hand-drawn #dnd map. I could never be this good hand drawn, but #ProjectSigil gives me a whole new way to visit places built by others! #SigilCreator #SigilMaps The Collab potential with this tool is *chef's kiss*
March 7, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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Who would've guessed? It looks like those Will-O-Wisps were leading you to something in the forest after all. What lessons do we recon we can learn from this fella? #dnd #ProjectSigil #SigilCreator #SigilMaps
March 7, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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I love how, in #ProjectSigil you can build set pieces, like these magical altars, and save them off for later use. Being able to copy and Paste things between maps is a big win. #SigilCreator #dnd
March 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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In spite of the Alpha-state issues you can get with @dndbeyond.com's #ProjectSigil I'm still consistently blown away when I hit photo mode and swoop in for an up close perspective of an area. It can be truly stunning #dnd #SigilCreator
March 6, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Been a little dark on socials lately, it's because I've had Closed Early Access to @dndbeyond.com's #ProjectSigil. I'm very excited that we can now share stuff, and I think everyone that plays #dnd in a virtual setting should check it out. www.dndbeyond.com/sigil NOTE: full access does req paid sub
February 28, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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I saw this blueprint shared on another social feed, and heard it might make a good #dnd #battlemap So I took a stab at it. I'd say, the proportions make it tricky with some very narrow corridors, but it's a great inspo/starting point. Map is 12x15 with gridless and gridded versions 😀 #dndart
aerial view of a dnd battlemap designed based off of a modern day floor plan blueprint. This one is 12x15 but does not have the gridlines. This home seems to be in a temperate area, with a grassy yard, and a couple trees around it. The home is fully furnished, with four bedrooms, two baths, a living room, and a study. There's even a multi-car garage area that features a mining cart, wagon, and carriage with a horse looking like it's ready to take you to town. aerial view of a dnd battlemap designed based off of a modern day floor plan blueprint. This one is 12x15 with gridlines. This home seems to be in a temperate area, with a grassy yard, and a couple trees around it. The home is fully furnished, with four bedrooms, two baths, a living room, and a study. There's even a multi-car garage area that features a mining cart, wagon, and carriage with a horse looking like it's ready to take you to town. This is a modern floorplan, or blueprint, for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home. It includes a living room and study, as well as a multi-car garage. This image was the inspiration behind the the battlemaps attached to this post.
February 10, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Got to play #dnd in a winter themed one-shot where the characters were all "traditional toys." Designed a Moon Druid that was a Stick-Horse #dndart #dndminis made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social When they wild-shape the head changes into different animals 🤣 I'm honestly loving the 5E '24 Druid
[Frontal View Angle] A long staff with an elaborate bestial mask on top, meant to represent an animal that can be ridden like a horse. This one is decorated in green with red and gold highlights meant to evoke the spirit of Christmas, or other, similar, winter holidays. [Rear profile angle] A long staff with an elaborate bestial mask on top, meant to represent an animal that can be ridden like a horse. This one is decorated in green with red and gold highlights meant to evoke the spirit of Christmas, or other, similar, winter holidays. [frontal profile angle] A long staff with an elaborate bestial mask on top, meant to represent an animal that can be ridden like a horse. This one is decorated in green with red and gold highlights meant to evoke the spirit of Christmas, or other, similar, winter holidays.
January 26, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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Introducing "Viktor Smalls," A warlock and proprietor of a suspicious #dnd brothel in an out-of-the-way town. Be careful when making deals with this one #dndart #dndminis made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social
A well-muscled gentleman without a shirt shows off his abs while wearing black leather pants, a top hat, and an incredibly elaborate, long coat; adorned with purple and white fabric and a fringe of soft, white furs. In one hand he carries a snake, while the other holds a golden, gem encrusted staff. He's surrounded by gold and other treasures at his feet, suggesting that this man might be making his money through illicit means. A profile view of A well-muscled gentleman without a shirt shows off his abs while wearing black leather pants, a top hat, and an incredibly elaborate, long coat; adorned with purple and white fabric and a fringe of soft, white furs. In one hand he carries a snake, while the other holds a golden, gem encrusted staff. He's surrounded by gold and other treasures at his feet, suggesting that this man might be making his money through illicit means. A rear view of A well-muscled gentleman without a shirt shows off his abs while wearing black leather pants, a top hat, and an incredibly elaborate, long coat; adorned with purple and white fabric and a fringe of soft, white furs. In one hand he carries a snake, while the other holds a golden, gem encrusted staff. He's surrounded by gold and other treasures at his feet, suggesting that this man might be making his money through illicit means. Another profile view of A well-muscled gentleman without a shirt shows off his abs while wearing black leather pants, a top hat, and an incredibly elaborate, long coat; adorned with purple and white fabric and a fringe of soft, white furs. In one hand he carries a snake, while the other holds a golden, gem encrusted staff. He's surrounded by gold and other treasures at his feet, suggesting that this man might be making his money through illicit means.
January 22, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Meet "Relfis" a Goliath warrior for #dnd a little light on equipment, but he's just getting started on his adventures. #dndart #dndminis made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social I like the sleeveless armor cause it allows more color contrast. I'm not 100% on this helm choice though. Open to feedback 😅
A giant, caramel skinned warrior, wearing chain mail armor, and carrying a sword and shield, stands in a battle ready position, on a snowy embankment. He sword is tinged with scarlet, and his shield is not entirely whole, suggesting he has already known the woes of combat, though he appears to have emerged victorious. A giant, caramel skinned warrior, wearing chain mail armor, and carrying a sword and shield, stands in a battle ready position, on a snowy embankment. He sword is tinged with scarlet, and his shield is not entirely whole, suggesting he has already known the woes of combat, though he appears to have emerged victorious. Fresh bruises color his exposed arm, along with old battle scars, this is not his first battle. A giant, caramel skinned warrior, wearing chain mail armor, and carrying a sword and shield, stands in a battle ready position, on a snowy embankment. His back is to us, and we can see the old scars upon his muscled arms. He will charge in ahead of us, leaving the crimson and gold leaves crushed underfoot behind. A giant, caramel skinned warrior, wearing chain mail armor, and carrying a sword and shield, stands in a battle ready position, on a snowy embankment. He sword is tinged with scarlet, and his shield is not entirely whole, suggesting he has already known the woes of combat, though he appears to have emerged victorious.
January 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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It’s that wonderful time of year again! Where I get to show my support for the #girlscouts continuing to promote programs for empowering young women! 👍
Girl Scout cookies, caramel delights, against a backdrop of Diet Pepsi, and gaming dice.
January 18, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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Inspired by @dungeon-master-365.bsky.social on our "tiny spaces" challenge. here's a 4x4 Mausoleum on an 8x8 full grid for #dnd #battlemaps #dndart made with #dungeondraft I need to pickup some more assets for marble columns🤣Can also be a hidden entrance to something down below the sarcophagus 👍
a 4x4 Mausoleum Battlemap for dungeons and dragons. The sarcophagus features a carving resembling a woman in a long gown. There are white flowers all around, as well as shelves containing books and heirlooms. The entrance is flanked on both sides by small fonts of holy water, and there are four lights shining within the space. a 4x4 Mausoleum Battlemap (grid removed) for dungeons and dragons. The sarcophagus features a carving resembling a woman in a long gown. There are white flowers all around, as well as shelves containing books and heirlooms. The entrance is flanked on both sides by small fonts of holy water, and there are four lights shining within the space.
January 18, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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Big maps can be fun, but I did a small space challenge 5x7 (added a couple squares for image padding). This made for a cute little #dnd tavern #dndart #battlemaps made with #dungeondraft What are some other small spaces we could make? Or that you've created?
A small dnd tavern battlemap with the grid removed. The overall image fits normally on a 9x11 square grid, while the tavern itself is just 5x7. There's a small stage for bardic performances, a gaming table for poker, or other illicit games of chance and skill, and the barkeep has plenty of room to server guests and cook, while there's a small, darkened storage room in the back. A small dnd tavern battlemap. The overall image fits normally on a 9x11 square grid, while the tavern itself is just 5x7. There's a small stage for bardic performances, a gaming table for poker, or other illicit games of chance and skill, and the barkeep has plenty of room to server guests and cook, while there's a small, darkened storage room in the back.
January 16, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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I cannot speak highly enough about the kitbashing feature y’all. It’s a massive game changer for designing your characters! Absolutely worth the subscription 👍
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January 15, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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Meet "Silk," a yuan-ti pureblood that broke free of the cult of Sseth that raised her, thanks to the aid of her powerful #warlock patron. #dnd #dndart #dndminis made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social
A yuan-ti woman (humanoid snake person) with green skin and golden eyes, wearing a vibrant red dress with gold accents. she stands amidst a pile of trasure, as she appears to be placing a golden crown upon her own head. A yuan-ti woman (humanoid snake person) with green skin and golden eyes, wearing a vibrant red dress with gold accents. she stands amidst a pile of trasure, as she appears to be placing a golden crown upon her own head. From the side we can see she carries a few potions on her belt. A yuan-ti woman (humanoid snake person) with green skin and golden eyes, wearing a vibrant red dress with gold accents. she stands amidst a pile of trasure, as she appears to be placing a golden crown upon her own head. She's carrying a robust adventuring backpack on her back make with a dark brown leather, and crimson accents. A yuan-ti woman (humanoid snake person) with green skin and golden eyes, wearing a vibrant red dress with gold accents. she stands amidst a pile of trasure, as she appears to be placing a golden crown upon her own head. It appears she carries a small dagger on her side as well, easy to hide it, when necessary
January 14, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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I'm not able to get the spinning GIF to resize for Bluesky🤣so I thought I'd share a few angles on "Memento Mori," the warforged Paladin #dnd #dndart #dndminis made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social
A robotic humanoid paladin, in plate armor, adorned with a red and yellow plaid, carrying a sword and polearm. They carry a partial skeleton on their back, strapped on with ropes. A robotic humanoid paladin, in plate armor, adorned with a red and yellow plaid, carrying a sword and polearm. They carry a partial skeleton on their back, strapped on with ropes. A robotic humanoid paladin, in plate armor, adorned with a red and yellow plaid, carrying a sword and polearm. They carry a partial skeleton on their back, strapped on with ropes.
January 14, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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This warforged Paladin carries the bones of the saint that founded their order. Protecting them from thieves #dnd #dndart made with @heroforgeminis.bsky.social while this is an amazing backstory, is it wrong for me, the DM, to have a fae spirit possess the bones? #askingforafriend 😅
A rotating image showing a robotic humanoid paladin, in plate armor, adorned with a red and yellow plaid, carrying a sword and polearm. They carry a partial skeleton on their back, strapped on with ropes.
January 11, 2025 at 3:14 AM
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There might be something unusual going on in this root cellar. I love a hidden chamber behind a shelf in #dnd 9x16 gridless #battlemap #dndart made with #dungeondraft
A dark root cellar, with a single staircase entrance, hides a secret chamber behind a shelf. There appears to be some kind of occult ritual being performed in the secret chamber. There is an altar, and inverted pentagram inscribed on the floor.
January 9, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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If your player gives you a @heroforgeminis.bsky.social model for their #dnd character, you can make an unconscious version. And with @roll20.net Tables, you can make your character tokens "multi-sided." This is a fun visual for when they get Knocked Out! #dndart #dndminis 🤣
A Dwarven "Bardbarian" playing the bagpipes, with a great axe on their back. A snowy backdrop, and fur lined clothing, suggests this fella comes from a cold climate. The Dwarf "Bardbarian" is lying on the ground, seemingly unconscious. His equipment seems to have been stolen, even the boots off his feet.
January 8, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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Like the keel boat token I shared. This is the Long Ship for #dnd modeled after the Ghosts of the Saltmarsh adventure version, with piratical tweaks! This one is best suited to 8x20 gridless #battlemap #art which doesn't seem that much bigger than the keel boat until they're next to each other 🤣
An 8x20 wooden long ship, made to be a d&d token. there are 4 canons, two on the port and two on the starboard sides. There are also two harpoon ballistas on the front allowing for a much wider range of attack. The anchor crank is between the midship and the rear, while the wheel is in the rear of the ship. there is a grate covering a large entrance into the storage hold. This is a screenshot comparing the keel boat and the long ship, to illustrate the significant increase in size by adding 20 feet in length, and nearly doubling the crew capacity. The captains and pirate crews can be seen manning their stations aboard the two ships.
January 7, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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I like using ship tokens on my VTT of choice @roll20.net this is the #dnd "keel boat" token I made in #dungeondraft modeled after the one from Ghosts of the Saltmarsh. 6x14 gridless #art works well imo. I added canons for piratical shenanigans, and I'm enjoying it 🤣
Image represents the top-deck of a keel boat in Dungeons and Dragons. There is a front facing Harpoon launcher, and canons facing port and starboard. The image has a transparent background, and can be used on a virtual tabletop at 6x14 dimensions as a token to represent a ship on the water that can move around the battlefield.
January 6, 2025 at 11:48 PM