DND Archive
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![Arms of Myth & Legend (5e) This pdf clocks in at 27 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, leaving us with 25 pages of content, so let’s take a look, shall we? This review was moved up in my reviewing queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. All right, so crafting in 5e is rudimentary at best – considering the time it takes to craft mundane items and the fact that magic items require infinitely more time, the system puts magic item creation, even that born out of epic moments and spontaneous infusions of power, firmly out of the grasp of adventuring characters – a single legendary item would require the majority […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/212134-115x115.jpg "Arms of Myth & Legend (5e)")
Arms of Myth & Legend (5e)
Posted on July 16, 2017 | No CommentsArms of Myth & Legend (5e) This pdf clocks in at 27 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, leaving us with 25 pages of content, so let’s take a look, shall we? This review was moved up in my reviewing queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. All right, so crafting in 5e is rudimentary at best – considering the time it takes to craft mundane items and the fact that magic items require infinitely more time, the system puts magic item creation, even that born out of epic moments and spontaneous infusions of power, firmly out of the grasp of adventuring characters – a single legendary item would require the majority […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Dwarven Dread (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/194989-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Dwarven Dread (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Dwarven Dread (5e)
Posted on July 15, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Dwarven Dread (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […] -
![Prepared! One-Shot Adventures for 5th Edition (5e) This compilation of side-trek modules for 5th edition clocks in at 26 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial/ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 22 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Wait, before we go any further, one important note: You need the Tome of Beasts, Kobold Press’ massive and gorgeous hardcover of 5e-monsters to properly use this supplement, as statblocks have not been reproduced herein. Structure-wise, these encounters/sidetreks are pretty easy to grasp: We get a background and then the different Adventure Elements that make up each sidetrek – usually, but not always, 2 – 4. These can basically be all combined […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/195159-115x115.png "Prepared! One-Shot Adventures for 5th Edition (5e)")
Prepared! One-Shot Adventures for 5th Edition (5e)
Posted on July 13, 2017 | No CommentsPrepared! One-Shot Adventures for 5th Edition (5e) This compilation of side-trek modules for 5th edition clocks in at 26 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial/ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 22 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Wait, before we go any further, one important note: You need the Tome of Beasts, Kobold Press’ massive and gorgeous hardcover of 5e-monsters to properly use this supplement, as statblocks have not been reproduced herein. Structure-wise, these encounters/sidetreks are pretty easy to grasp: We get a background and then the different Adventure Elements that make up each sidetrek – usually, but not always, 2 – 4. These can basically be all combined […] -
![Places of Power: Fraywrack (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! On a lonesome shore of rocky headland, known as the Harpy’s Head, there lies the wrecked ruin of an erstwhile powerful ship – and it conceals an alliance most peculiar: You see, a flight of harpies has lured the vessel ashore – but the wreck contains no signs of slaughter, but rather an impromptu war-camp, for the harpies thus forcefully recruited the crew of survivors as soldiers in their desperate fight against […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/209566-115x115.jpg "Places of Power: Fraywrack (5e)")
Places of Power: Fraywrack (5e)
Posted on July 12, 2017 | No CommentsPlaces of Power: Fraywrack (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! On a lonesome shore of rocky headland, known as the Harpy’s Head, there lies the wrecked ruin of an erstwhile powerful ship – and it conceals an alliance most peculiar: You see, a flight of harpies has lured the vessel ashore – but the wreck contains no signs of slaughter, but rather an impromptu war-camp, for the harpies thus forcefully recruited the crew of survivors as soldiers in their desperate fight against […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: The Burning Tree of Coilltean Grove (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/194987-1-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: The Burning Tree of Coilltean Grove (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: The Burning Tree of Coilltean Grove (5e)
Posted on July 7, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: The Burning Tree of Coilltean Grove (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […] -
![Encounters Series: The Tidus Tomb (5e) This module clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! The module does come with a high-res jpg of the map of the complex featured herein – while keys have been purged from it, the secret doors are still on the map. HOWEVER, I do applaud how they’re implemented – when cutting up a printed version of the map or partially concealing one in VTT, you don’t have the tell-tale “S” in the wall, but rather after it, making the map featured actually pretty player-friendly! Kudos! It should be […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/202098-115x115.jpg "Encounters Series: The Tidus Tomb (5e)")
Encounters Series: The Tidus Tomb (5e)
Posted on July 5, 2017 | No CommentsEncounters Series: The Tidus Tomb (5e) This module clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! The module does come with a high-res jpg of the map of the complex featured herein – while keys have been purged from it, the secret doors are still on the map. HOWEVER, I do applaud how they’re implemented – when cutting up a printed version of the map or partially concealing one in VTT, you don’t have the tell-tale “S” in the wall, but rather after it, making the map featured actually pretty player-friendly! Kudos! It should be […] -
![Tangible Taverns: The Bull & The Bear (5e) This installment of the Tangible Taverns-series clocks in at 14 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial,1 page foreword, 1 page SRD, 1 page of advertisement, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 8 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review is based on the revised version of the tavern and was designated as a prioritized review by my patreons. All right, so, the tavern does feature paraphernalia galore, representing the two eponymous animals, but just short of being cluttered. Patrons frequenting the establishment are scrutinized by two guards – Evie, a young human female, and Durgul, a similarly young half-orc – while flirtatious, they both […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/172226-115x115.png "Tangible Taverns: The Bull & The Bear (5e)")
Tangible Taverns: The Bull & The Bear (5e)
Posted on July 4, 2017 | No CommentsTangible Taverns: The Bull & The Bear (5e) This installment of the Tangible Taverns-series clocks in at 14 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial,1 page foreword, 1 page SRD, 1 page of advertisement, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 8 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review is based on the revised version of the tavern and was designated as a prioritized review by my patreons. All right, so, the tavern does feature paraphernalia galore, representing the two eponymous animals, but just short of being cluttered. Patrons frequenting the establishment are scrutinized by two guards – Evie, a young human female, and Durgul, a similarly young half-orc – while flirtatious, they both […] -
![Places of Power: Visionary’s Perch (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Amidst storm-tossed waters most dangerous, surrounded by pirate- and shark-infested waters of the Sapphire Sea, there rises a tower from a scraggy shore, one that houses an oracle most peculiar. As PCs with the required Intelligence check may find out, this seeress is actually an ancient cyclops, the last of a conquered people, watched over by the elves that elves that once destroyed her people. The style of dressing and […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/207612-115x115.jpg "Places of Power: Visionary’s Perch (5e)")
Places of Power: Visionary’s Perch (5e)
Posted on June 28, 2017 | No CommentsPlaces of Power: Visionary’s Perch (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Amidst storm-tossed waters most dangerous, surrounded by pirate- and shark-infested waters of the Sapphire Sea, there rises a tower from a scraggy shore, one that houses an oracle most peculiar. As PCs with the required Intelligence check may find out, this seeress is actually an ancient cyclops, the last of a conquered people, watched over by the elves that elves that once destroyed her people. The style of dressing and […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Throne of the Dweller in Dreams (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194984-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Throne of the Dweller in Dreams (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Throne of the Dweller in Dreams (5e)
Posted on June 28, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Throne of the Dweller in Dreams (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Kaltenheim (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish to […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194983-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Kaltenheim (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Kaltenheim (5e)
Posted on June 27, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Kaltenheim (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish to […] -
![Places of Power: Dragonmarch Keep (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! At the borders of three formerly warring nations, atop a craggy precipice at the edge of known civilization, there is a sturdy keep overlooking the surrounding landscape, a bulwark against raiders and the forces of darkness, steadfast clinging to civilization and providing solace for those nearby, a veritable keep in the borderlands, if you will, awaiting adventurers of stout hearts and valorous mien. This structure is dragonmarch keep, represented in a […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/203344-115x115.jpg "Places of Power: Dragonmarch Keep (5e)")
Places of Power: Dragonmarch Keep (5e)
Posted on June 21, 2017 | No CommentsPlaces of Power: Dragonmarch Keep (5e) This installment of the Places of Power-series clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page back cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look! At the borders of three formerly warring nations, atop a craggy precipice at the edge of known civilization, there is a sturdy keep overlooking the surrounding landscape, a bulwark against raiders and the forces of darkness, steadfast clinging to civilization and providing solace for those nearby, a veritable keep in the borderlands, if you will, awaiting adventurers of stout hearts and valorous mien. This structure is dragonmarch keep, represented in a […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Sanctuary of Exsanguination (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194982-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Sanctuary of Exsanguination (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Sanctuary of Exsanguination (5e)
Posted on June 21, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Sanctuary of Exsanguination (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may […] -
![What Lies Beyond Reason #3: From the Ashes (5e) The third installment of the What Lies Beyond Reason AP clocks in at 72 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 66 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy in exchange for a fair and honest review. First things first: As before, we receive scaling information, namely the required modifications to run this for 5th level characters instead of the 6th-level default. The pdf includes pregens. This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/186897-115x115.jpg "What Lies Beyond Reason #3: From the Ashes (5e)")
What Lies Beyond Reason #3: From the Ashes (5e)
Posted on June 20, 2017 | No CommentsWhat Lies Beyond Reason #3: From the Ashes (5e) The third installment of the What Lies Beyond Reason AP clocks in at 72 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 66 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy in exchange for a fair and honest review. First things first: As before, we receive scaling information, namely the required modifications to run this for 5th level characters instead of the 6th-level default. The pdf includes pregens. This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential […] -
![What Lies Beyond Reason #2: Ignorance is Bliss (5e) The second part of the What Lies Beyond Reason AP clocks in at 59 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 53 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Now, as always, we do receive pregens included in this adventure; furthermore, while intended for characters of 4th level, though scaling information for 5th level heroes are included – for more ideas regarding scaling/structure and sidetrek insertion, the great Campaign Guide has you covered there. The module also takes off the shackles of the AP – it represents the first free-form module […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/183553-115x115.jpg "What Lies Beyond Reason #2: Ignorance is Bliss (5e)")
What Lies Beyond Reason #2: Ignorance is Bliss (5e)
Posted on June 19, 2017 | No CommentsWhat Lies Beyond Reason #2: Ignorance is Bliss (5e) The second part of the What Lies Beyond Reason AP clocks in at 59 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 53 pages of content, so let’s take a look! Now, as always, we do receive pregens included in this adventure; furthermore, while intended for characters of 4th level, though scaling information for 5th level heroes are included – for more ideas regarding scaling/structure and sidetrek insertion, the great Campaign Guide has you covered there. The module also takes off the shackles of the AP – it represents the first free-form module […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: The Phase Spider Lair (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! It should be noted that this mini-dungeon was kinda first […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194973-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: The Phase Spider Lair (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: The Phase Spider Lair (5e)
Posted on June 19, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: The Phase Spider Lair (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! It should be noted that this mini-dungeon was kinda first […] -
![What Lies Beyond Reason #1: A Simple Job (5e) The first installment of the “What Lies Beyond Reason AP” (if you don’t count the optional prologue) clocks in at 61 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 55 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This has been moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy in exchange for a fair and unbiased review. All right, while intended for 2nd level, it should be noted that scaling information for level 3 are included; similarly, if you dislike magical airships/basic steamtech, the module does mention how to […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/179893-115x115.jpg "What Lies Beyond Reason #1: A Simple Job (5e)")
What Lies Beyond Reason #1: A Simple Job (5e)
Posted on June 16, 2017 | No CommentsWhat Lies Beyond Reason #1: A Simple Job (5e) The first installment of the “What Lies Beyond Reason AP” (if you don’t count the optional prologue) clocks in at 61 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 55 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This has been moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy in exchange for a fair and unbiased review. All right, while intended for 2nd level, it should be noted that scaling information for level 3 are included; similarly, if you dislike magical airships/basic steamtech, the module does mention how to […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: The Lapis Maiden of Serena Hortum (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194972-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: The Lapis Maiden of Serena Hortum (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: The Lapis Maiden of Serena Hortum (5e)
Posted on June 16, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: The Lapis Maiden of Serena Hortum (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeons: The Aura of Profit (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194971-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeons: The Aura of Profit (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeons: The Aura of Profit (5e)
Posted on June 16, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeons: The Aura of Profit (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players […] -
![What Lies Beyond Reason Campaign Guide (5e) This massive Campaign Guide/companion tome for the “What Lies Beyond Reason”-AP clocks in at an impressive 138 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page advertisement, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with a massive 131 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This book was moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy for the purpose of a far and unbiased review. Well, first of all, let us define what this book represents: This is basically a GM Guide, a deluxe-expansion edition for the AP that, while not strictly necessary, does greatly enhance the […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/196105-115x115.jpg "What Lies Beyond Reason Campaign Guide (5e)")
What Lies Beyond Reason Campaign Guide (5e)
Posted on June 9, 2017 | No CommentsWhat Lies Beyond Reason Campaign Guide (5e) This massive Campaign Guide/companion tome for the “What Lies Beyond Reason”-AP clocks in at an impressive 138 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page KS-thanks, 1 page ToC, 1 page advertisement, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with a massive 131 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This book was moved up in my review-queue due to me receiving a print copy for the purpose of a far and unbiased review. Well, first of all, let us define what this book represents: This is basically a GM Guide, a deluxe-expansion edition for the AP that, while not strictly necessary, does greatly enhance the […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Pleasure Den (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194970-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Pleasure Den (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Pleasure Den (5e)
Posted on June 8, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Pleasure Den (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Daenyr’s Return (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/194969-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Daenyr’s Return (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Daenyr’s Return (5e)
Posted on June 8, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Daenyr’s Return (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may wish […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: Sepulchre of the Witching Hour’s Sage (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/185484-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: Sepulchre of the Witching Hour’s Sage (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: Sepulchre of the Witching Hour’s Sage (5e)
Posted on June 7, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: Sepulchre of the Witching Hour’s Sage (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. […] -
![5E Mini-Dungeon: The Goblin Warren (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/185483-115x115.jpg "5E Mini-Dungeon: The Goblin Warren (5e)")
5E Mini-Dungeon: The Goblin Warren (5e)
Posted on June 6, 2017 | No Comments5E Mini-Dungeon: The Goblin Warren (5e) This pdf clocks in at 2 pages and is a mini-dungeon. This means we get 2 pages content, including a solid map and all item/monster-stats hyperlinked and thus, absent from the pdf, with only deviations from the statblocks being noted for the GM. Unlike most 5E Mini-Dungeons, this one does not come with VTT-maps or player-friendly iterations, which is a bit of a bummer. Since this product line’s goal is providing short diversions, side-quest dungeons etc., I will not expect mind-shattering revelations, massive plots or particularly smart or detailed depictions, instead tackling the line for what it is. Got that? Great! This being an adventure-review, the following contains SPOILERS. Potential players may […] -
![Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (revised edition) (5e) This brief sidetrek module by Pyromaniac Press, first of the Encounter-series-pdfs, clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my reviewing-queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. We begin this with a cliff-notes version of the dungeon-specifics – where to best place it regarding terrain, climate, etc., room height, doors and illumination and the pdf also includes hard stats for the doors featured herein. A variety of 3 different hooks provide nice lead-ins for the […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/199991-1-115x115.jpg "Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (revised edition) (5e)")
Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (revised edition) (5e)
Posted on June 6, 2017 | No CommentsEncounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (revised edition) (5e) This brief sidetrek module by Pyromaniac Press, first of the Encounter-series-pdfs, clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my reviewing-queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. We begin this with a cliff-notes version of the dungeon-specifics – where to best place it regarding terrain, climate, etc., room height, doors and illumination and the pdf also includes hard stats for the doors featured herein. A variety of 3 different hooks provide nice lead-ins for the […] -
![Village Backdrop: Woodridge (5e) This installment of RSP’s Village Backdrop-series is 11 pages long, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page editorial/ToC, 1 page SRD and 1 page back cover, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look at the settlement! Situated at the Eastern border of the duchy of Ashlar, the little backwater woodridge is ruled by the Lorsch family; people in this insular town ply their trade at their leisure and all seems idyllic; indeed, even the dressing and nomenclature of the local populace seems to indicate that this place indeed is a peaceful place. One look at the settlement demographics confirms this, though the magic item marketplace has been […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/207129-115x115.jpg "Village Backdrop: Woodridge (5e)")
Village Backdrop: Woodridge (5e)
Posted on June 5, 2017 | No CommentsVillage Backdrop: Woodridge (5e) This installment of RSP’s Village Backdrop-series is 11 pages long, 1 page front cover, 2 pages of advertisement, 1 page editorial/ToC, 1 page SRD and 1 page back cover, leaving us with 5 pages of content, so let’s take a look at the settlement! Situated at the Eastern border of the duchy of Ashlar, the little backwater woodridge is ruled by the Lorsch family; people in this insular town ply their trade at their leisure and all seems idyllic; indeed, even the dressing and nomenclature of the local populace seems to indicate that this place indeed is a peaceful place. One look at the settlement demographics confirms this, though the magic item marketplace has been […] -
![Deep Magic: Ley Lines (5e) This installment of the Deep Magic-series clocks in at 14 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page advertisement, leaving us with 10 pages, so let’s take a look! There are few magical concepts as established in popular culture and fiction as ley lines – these lines of power surging through the world, chaotic, changing and tied to the concept of an anima mundi, have always been a staple in fantastic literature, as it hearkens back to shamanistic traditions from which our more organized religions and conceptions arose. In a fact, the concept rings true to us due to the anthropomorphization of the world – the ley lines […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/196219-115x115.png "Deep Magic: Ley Lines (5e)")
Deep Magic: Ley Lines (5e)
Posted on June 2, 2017 | No CommentsDeep Magic: Ley Lines (5e) This installment of the Deep Magic-series clocks in at 14 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page advertisement, leaving us with 10 pages, so let’s take a look! There are few magical concepts as established in popular culture and fiction as ley lines – these lines of power surging through the world, chaotic, changing and tied to the concept of an anima mundi, have always been a staple in fantastic literature, as it hearkens back to shamanistic traditions from which our more organized religions and conceptions arose. In a fact, the concept rings true to us due to the anthropomorphization of the world – the ley lines […] -
![Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (5e) This brief sidetrek module by Pyromaniac Press, first of the Encounter-series-pdfs, clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my reviewing-queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. We begin this with a cliff-notes version of the dungeon-specifics – where to best place it regarding terrain, climate, etc., room height, doors and illumination and the pdf also includes hard stats for the doors featured herein. A variety of 3 different hooks provide nice lead-ins for the module. The […]](http://nerdtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/199991-115x115.jpg "Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (5e)")
Encounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (5e)
Posted on June 1, 2017 | No CommentsEncounters Series: Lair of the Lava Queen (5e) This brief sidetrek module by Pyromaniac Press, first of the Encounter-series-pdfs, clocks in at 11 pages, 1 page front cover, 1 page editorial, 1 page SRD, 1 page back cover, leaving us with 7 pages of content, so let’s take a look! This review was moved up in my reviewing-queue as a prioritized review at the request of my patreons. We begin this with a cliff-notes version of the dungeon-specifics – where to best place it regarding terrain, climate, etc., room height, doors and illumination and the pdf also includes hard stats for the doors featured herein. A variety of 3 different hooks provide nice lead-ins for the module. The […]
